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Warm weather causes delay of Three Oaks’ sewer system inspection PAGE 3

New Buffalo City Council ‘split’ on trial road diet, discusses city beach improvements PAGE 4 Chikaming Township board approves 2020 road plan PAGE 5

Major Red Arrow Highway/Union Pier Corridor project to commence this spring PAGE 6

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Warm weather causes delay of Three Oaks’ sewer system inspection

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BY THERESE DONNELLY

he unusually warm weather has delayed work on the Village of Three Oaks’ sewage system.

At the village council’s Wednesday, Feb. 12, meeting, Water and Sewer Superintendent Quentin Clark said the ground remains too soft to support equipment needed to inspect the sewer lines.

The inspection is intended to identify possible infiltration into the system. Clark said that winter rains and snow have put extra water into the system, but there is also likely infiltration in the fields leading to the lagoons and on the west side of the village. From October 2018 to October 2019, he said, 45 million gallons of water were pumped at the water plant, while 73 million gallons were pumped at the lagoons. An emergency discharge may soon be necessary.

Clark said a push camera could be moved from one manhole to the next in the village to inspect those lines. Clark and his crew have been unable to locate long buried manhole covers in the fields, limiting access to inspect the line. Once the cameras locate the covers, Clark said the village will be able to raise them to prevent infiltration.

The council discussed hiring a different firm that uses lighter equipment, noting the higher cost would be lower than potential Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) fines for discharging. Village attorney Charles Hilmer said the current contract will have to be reviewed before any change. The council Village President Dave Grosse, who has been acting village manager following Mike Greene’s resignation in December, to negotiate with the second firm.

Prior to voting on the consent agenda, councilmember John Pappa asked to remove the invoice from Moore & Bruggink, the consulting engineers for the lagoon upgrades. Pappa noted some items on the invoice were dated for 2018 and voiced concerns that the firm had billed $50,000 so far and the project has not even begun.

Looking ahead to the summer, the council voted to authorize the Flag Day Committee to close North Elm Street and various side streets for the annual Flag Day parade Sunday, June 14. They also extended the noise ordinance until 1 a.m. for the June 13 fireworks, pending the approval of Police Chief Dennis Buller.

Wetlands Excavating and Tree Art trimmed trees along Elm Street prior to the February meeting. While the need for trimming was discussed at previous meetings, councilmembers said they were surprised to see the work already being performed.

Village President Pro Tem Steve Graziano noted the cost of the work was under $5,000, allowing it to be approved by the village manager. (Grosse was unable to attend the meeting.)

Near the end of the meeting, the council voted to set the second Wednesday of every month for their regular meetings. A typo in an early draft of the schedule had the wrong date for the December meeting, which Graziano confirmed will be Dec. 9.

The council also set Saturday, Oct. 31, for this year’s trick or treating in the village.

Plans for upgrades to Watkins Park are being created by Abonmarche, councilmember Becky Thomas told the council. She said plans will be prepared for the April 1 grant application deadline, but may change before work begins.

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CITY OF NEW BUFFALO CITY COUNCIL Meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30PM DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (DDA) MEETING Meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 8AM CITY OF NEW BUFFALO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS Meets on the first 1st Tuesday Quarterly at 7PM NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP BOARD Meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:30PM CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP BOARD Meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30PM CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Meets on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 6:30PM THREE OAKS THREE OAKS TOWNSHIP BOARD Meets on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7PM VILLAGE OF THREE OAKS BOARD Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7PM GRAND BEACH VILLAGE OF GRAND BEACH COUNCIL Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7:30PM MICHIANA VILLAGE OF MICHIANA COUNCIL Meets on the 2nd Friday of each month at 1PM

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New Buffalo City Council ‘split’ on trial road diet, discusses city beach improvements

BY THERESE DONNELLY

lans to update and improve the City of New Buffalo’s waterfront are moving along.

Representatives from Abonmarche presented the latest phase to the New Buffalo City Council during their Tuesday, Feb. 18, meeting.

Representatives explained the planning process included several surveys and public meetings to get input from the residents and visitors on needs and wants for the city beach, boat launch and adjacent parkland. Using the survey results and feedback from a steering committee, Abonmarche came up with three possible plans that addressed concerns, including traffic flow, accessibility and adequate facilities.

Later in the meeting the council approved a bid by E.I. Construction to paint and repair the restrooms at the transient marina. Parks Supervisor Kristen D’Amico explained old, leaking plumbing fixtures had caused mold to grow.

Mayor Lou O’Donnell suggested the council also begin seeking bids to paint the transient docks, noting work will need to begin soon so it can be completed before summer.

City Manager David Richards recommended tree planters currently at the city beach parking lot be relocated. He told the council high water was threatening to damage the trees. The council approved moving the trees across Whittaker Street to Lions Park.

While some residents spoke against fencing off the breakwater, O’Donnell clarified that no decision has been made on the matter.

William Geisler, Jr. pointed out there are already caution signs and a fence may cause visitors to choose other beaches. City of New Buffalo Downtown Development Authority Chair Robert Kemper told the council he feels a fence will harm the natural beauty of the area. Kemper also suggested regularly cleaning debris from the beach, noting there are currently pieces of lumber with nails washed up on the shore.

Opinions on plans for the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) to initiate a “road diet,” reducing sections of U.S. Highway 12 from four lanes to two with a center turning lane, continue to vary. In January, the council discussed having a trial diet over the summer, with the possibility of reverting back to four lanes during a planned resurfacing project.

At the February meeting, the council split on Resolution 20.02, which would have allowed for a trial run. While O’Donnell supported the resolution and pointed out MDOT’s plans still allow for four lanes between Mayhew and Kenzie streets, councilmember Mark Robertson said the reduced lanes will increase congestion, which will increase drive time for vehicles, including first responders.

He agreed that there’s an issue with safety but disagreed with MDOT’s plan.

“A road diet, to me, is not the answer,” he said.

With councilmember Liz Ennis absent, the remaining council split 2-2 on Robertson’s motion to not approve the resolution, and again 2-2 on O’Donnell’s motion to approve it.

Resident Russ Dusek asked the council to consider permitting disabled veterans to park for free at the city beach.

Dusek also asked the council to consider creating a memorial for long-time crossing guard Paul Baxter, who he noted helped four generations of children cross Buffalo

Street safely.

Two residents addressed the council regarding water issues at their respective properties.

Jerome Wiener told the council his August/September water bill is substantially higher than the previous and following bills, with a discrepancy of several thousand gallons. Wiener said during the billing cycle the house had been unoccupied and the water shut off, with a caretaker checking every two weeks. O’Donnell said Richardson and the water department will look into the matter.

Township resident Steven Cimino said construction on two city lots along Walden Way, adjacent to his property, has redirected runoff onto his property and a berm was preventing the water from draining. He said he had previously asked for a property inspection and that there is no storm drain at the subdivision.

The city’s own water issues are still winding down.

Richards told the council a proposed settlement with the Galien River Sanitary District for overpayment of water will include the GRSD waiving erroneous surcharges, paying engineering costs and for a third party to monitor invoices until the city is satisfied billing is accurate. The proposal also calls for new water meters. Both parties agreed to reduce the city’s balance from $1.8 million to $350,000, due in two installments by March 31, 2020.

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he council approved a request from Friends of New Buffalo Library to install a “Little Free Library” on the corner of Merchant and Whittaker streets. Speaking for the group, Kate Mell said the Friends will maintain the stand.

She said similar sites have gone up in Three Oaks and Union Pier. The proposal was brought to the most recent DDA meeting, but there was a lack of a quorum to vote on it. Kemper told the council he supports it.

A site plan for Ozinga Energy’s proposed natural gas facility at their South Whittaker Street property was tabled. O’Donnell said an adjacent property owner had raised concerns that the station would violate zoning ordinances and the council has not had time to exam the claim.

The council passed several resolutions, including a 2019/2020 budget amendment, the annual poverty exemption for property taxes and alternate dates for the December and July Board of Review hearings. Resident Jack Kennedy reminded the council that board members should be appointed prior to the March board meeting.

The council will set a special meeting for appointments.

Under Resolution 20.06, the westernmost portion of Shore Drive, identified as private property, has been removed from the ACT 51 Map, which is how MDOT determines transportation revenues.

Resolution 20.07 allows the city treasurer to apply tax overpayments of $5 or less to administrative fees, while underpayments of up to $5 will not require a second payment.

The final resolution on the agenda, Resolution 20.09, allows MDOT access to the highway right of way to work on utilities as needed.

A change order to the street resurfacing project reduced costs by $70,323.63, leaving Reith Riley’s second payment request at $378,119.73.

Dan Petersen, the new executive director of The Pokagon Fund, briefly introduced himself to the council.

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Chikaming Township board approves 2020 road plan

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

his year will prove to be another busy one in terms of improving Chikaming Township’s local roads.

Members of the Chikmaing Township Board of Trustees approved a 2020 road plan at their Thursday, Feb. 13, meeting.

Chikaming Township Supervisor David Bunte said that the master project schedule has been received from the Berrien County Road Department for the township showing roads that will be worked on this year. The schedule is in line with the eight-year Road Assessment Management Plan that the township put together three years ago, Bunte said.

The estimated cost for this year’s road plan is $638,302. About eight miles of road will be completed.

Roads that will be completed are Lakeshore Road from Berrien Street to Pier Street (this is the second section and will be done in the fall), East and North Wolcott Street, Flynn Road from Harbert Road to Sawyer, Peck Avenue from Sawyer Road to Flynn Road, South Prairie Road from Youngren Road to Greenbush Road, West Youngren Road (Bunte chip and sealing or top coat will be put on the end of Youngren Road from Three Oaks Road to Prairie Road, which has been gravel and dirt since he could remember), and South Prairie Road from the pavement to West Youngren Road.

In 2017, township residents approved a six-year, one mill road millage to pay for the maintenance, upkeep and construction of township local roads.

A request from the township’s zoning administrator for three fee schedule modifications was approved.

Board members approved assigning a fee of $280 for the application for a modification that doesn’t change the nature of the use to an existing special land use permit and a fee of $750 for an application for modification that does change the nature of the use to an existing special use permit; a $150 fee to an application for minor modification to a site plan review and $350 to a modification not deemed minor to an approved site plan; and a fee of $200 for an application for a conceptual site plan review by the Planning Commission.

Board members approved charging a $50 fee for any requested inspection of a parcel that’s under the rental ordinance.

Bunte explained that when the township’s rental ordinance was implemented three years ago, the plan was for the code enforcement officer to do spot inspections where necessary or when requested. The township hadn’t anticipated the larger companies requesting their units be inspected, which is what is occurring.

Board members approved the following budget amendments to the 2019/2020 fiscal year budget: the addition of $28,600 to the cemetery budget and general operations to accommodate the subcontracting that was needed throughout 2019 with regards to the cemetery’s mowing and snow removal; in the Building Department, Bunte said he moved all of the plumbing, electrical, building, and mechanical inspection costs and that there’s a line item for a building services contract (since the township no longer pays those costs independently but pays them through the township’s contract with SafeBuilt); the addition of $18,000 to clerical wages under assessing to accommodate the subcontracting the township approved last fall for additional field work for the township’s assessor; a reduction in the grant dollars that are available in the Recreation Passport grant for 2018 for the Park Board (it was revealed that the outstanding remaining amount is only at $4790 when it was originally recorded at $11,150); and the addition of $56,000 to a new vehicle fund in the Public Safety budget to “help reduce two patrol car purchases in one fiscal year,” Bunte said.

Board members passed a resolution authorizing the sale of the Three Oaks Road property and that Bunte and Paula Dudiak, township clerk, be cosigners on the contract to close the transaction. Bunte said that the closing schedule has been delayed and the sale of the property should occur in March.

As requested by the county, board members passed a resolution on tax over or under payment.

Liz Rettig, township treasurer, said that when the township receives a payment that’s short of $5 or less, the county doesn’t want them to “leave it on the books” for them to collect, as they don’t want anything under $5 due to it amounting to too much paperwork nor do they want anything that’s more than $5 “to give refunds.”

Per the resolution, Rettig said that anytime she receives something short of $.26 or $.32, she has a “way to override that problem.”

The contract for the 2020 budget for Medic 1 was approved. Bunte said that the budget included a 3% increase in services for the township for the 2020 season.

Board members approved the annual requests from River Valley, Berrien RESA and Lake Michigan College to collect 100% and New Buffalo to collect 50% of summer taxes for local schools.

Board members approved buying back a Riverside Cemetery plot for $112.50.

The IRS mandated mileage rate, which was reduced from .58 to .575, for 2020 was approved.

Board members approved Bunte to send letters of support for St. Joseph Township to receive grants from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Trust Fund and other resources to fund various projects throughout the township.

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Major Red Arrow Highway/Union Pier Corridor project to commence this spring

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eemed “not a simple road project” by Pier will be shut down and traffic will be detoured “bluebell”- and “grass”-themed lakeside benches, Kevin Stack, Berrien County Road from four to five weeks. stamped concrete with glass accents, and Sternberg Department engineering supervisor, The goal is to have the sewer project completed light posts, as well as a variety of bushes and trees. the Red Arrow Highway/Union Pier

by Memorial Day or to at least have “some type of The road project will begin after July 4 and move Corridor Improvements Project was laid passable means for the public” by then, Stack said. northbound as the project progresses. The plan is After the completion of the intersection, the sewer to have the asphalt in place and all the curb and out for all to see by more than 70 attendees at New project will move further north down Red Arrow, gutter and underground work done by the end of Buffalo Township Hall Wednesday, Feb. 12. with one lane of traffic existing each way once the the year. Next spring, concrete work, plantings, the “We knew from the beginning it was going to be road project kicks off. While the sewer project will be nonmotorized path and “other little things” may need very tedious in how we designed it and very taking place the same time as the road project, Stack to be completed. impacting on how we designed it as well,” Stack said. said that they’re “two different projects.”

The goal is to have the entire project completed by The project is being managed by the Berrien The road project will begin on the southeast side Memorial Day 2021.

County Road Department. The project’s chosen down Community Hall Road and will progress north, Stack reiterated that one lane of traffic in each engineer is full-service consulting firm, Wightman he said. direction will always be maintained throughout the and Associates. New Buffalo and Chikaming road project. The townships are furthest outside collaborating on southbound the project.

Planning for the lane will be for project began in southbound the fall of 2018. traffic and Stack said the the inside project grew from southbound a few factors: the lane will be for road department’s northbound five-year effort traffic. to tackle the Regarding “main tract” Townline, of Red Arrow Stack said that Highway; the the road will need to improve be one way only and that Townline Road Blagica Bottigliero, New Buffalo Business Association president, Kevin Stack, road department engineering supervisor, discusses the plan with Melanie Stanage of Wightman presents the plan at township hall will be one way in Union Pier, to get out of which eventually Road during the led to a bigger project. Signs project (Townline will be posted was paved and on how cars can striped two years ago); a “growing get into the road. community” in No parking will the Union Pier exist on Townline area and letters to throughout the the department construction, asking for a although New traffic signal at Buffalo Township the intersection is currently in of Red Arrow the process of Highway and purchasing the Townline/Union empty RSVP lot Pier Road in for parking.

Residents view the plans laid out on boards through township hall Chikaming Township Supervisor David Bunte discusses the plans Union Pier (where Stack separated the project limits into two there’s currently a blinking yellow light). ightman has created a website The project limits are Berrien Street to Community sections: the urban area and the rural area. The that is specifically for the project Hall Road in Union Pier and a section of Townline urban area will feature streetscape components, such and will be linked through the Road (Stack described it as being “the downtown as sidewalks and lights, as well as curb and gutter.

Chikaming Township and New area, normally from the railroad tracks west to right The rural area—which is Red Arrow Highway north Buffalo Township websites where the bike lane picks up just past the urban area of Frankie’s and south of the strip mall in downtown at www.chikamingtownship.org and www. downtown”).

Union Pier—won’t have any of these amenities. newbuffalotownship.org. Residents are encouraged Stack said that a planned sanitary sewer project Stack said that where the project “loses the curb to check for project updates through this website. (which will be handled by Prein and Newhof) by the New Buffalo Township Supervisor Michelle Heit and gutter,” the road will go down to a three-lane Galien River Sanitary District Sewer Authority will thanked Wightman, the road department and with asphalt with “just a gravel shoulder and ditch almost be more costly and “impactful” than the road The Pokagon Fund, which has already awarded on one side” and a nonmotorized path moving along project itself. The current sewer line “shoots back $1,050,000 in funding to the project. (Grants and the the lakeside of Red Arrow Highway. into the neighborhood” from Berrien Street and Red county’s use of federal aid funding will help with the Four pedestrian activated signals that will allow Arrow Highway, “comes back down, comes back out project’s funding.) pedestrians to press a button so that the intersection to Townline and then comes back down Red Arrow;” “I just want to thank you for all your input over last will be lit up by constant yellow strobe lights will The sewer project will extend the current sewer line two years—I know that safety was your main concern ensure safe crossing across Red Arrow Highway. The with the installation of a 48-inch line from Berrien and it’s kind of grew from there,” she said to the pressing of one button will activate all four signals.

Street onto Red Arrow to Union Pier Road 20 feet crowd.

The nonmotorized path will be asphalt and 10 feet underground.

Chikaming Township Supervisor David Bunte wide to allow for two-way traffic.

One lane of traffic will always be maintained commended the project’s collaborative aspect.

Streetscape elements were the result of the throughout the project; however, beginning from “It’s nice to work together with a neighboring townships’ collaboration and input from the public. the planned March/early April start of the sewer line community to make something happen in Berrien Wightman put all the input together and created a extension, the intersection of Red Arrow and Union County it doesn’t happen a lot,” he said. potential streetscape, which includes a bike garden,

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his week the NBA brought their all-star weekend to Chicago.

Stars, league dignitaries, and fans from all over the world descended on our fair city to participate, observe, and have fun.

I’ve probably mentioned at one time or another that I drive for Uber on a part time basis. I have a lot of fun moving people from one location to another and last week was no exception. My first rider on Thursday, the last day I drove, was in town for the festivities from New Jersey. A few riders later I drove a young lady from Texas to Navy Pier where she was going to attend a party and check out the interactive activities that were going on. The whole city was abuzz about the upcoming game and all the fun leading up to it.

Of course, when most people are having a good time with something, certain people like to rain on their parade, and such is the case this weekend. I read that the city of Chicago should be embarrassed because the Bulls are not currently relevant. Because the Bulls will fall short of making the playoffs again this year and they had no representation on the all star team, this writer chose to jump on the bandwagon and blame the entire Bulls management team for the sorry state of basketball in Chicago.

I would like to come to the defense of one member of that management team in particular, John Paxson. Pax was a good role player during the Bulls championship seasons, hitting the jump shot that won the Bulls third championship. After that he became assistant coach under Phil Jackson, for a couple of seasons, before moving into the broadcast booth. Pax was excellent in these jobs and when he was hired to be the GM in 2003, most of Chicago’s basketball fans were thrilled. While the results haven’t been good in his tenure as GM, there have been plenty of extenuating circumstances, most importantly the injury to Derrick Rose. I don’t want to be an apologist for Pax, but he’s a good man and certainly not an embarrassment to our fair city.

The All-Star game itself was more exciting than usual. Team LeBron won the game 157-156, with a new format honoring Kobe Bryant. Chicago did indeed put its best foot forward all weekend.

Scores of fans were entertained by the players, former president Barack Obama, and others.

Jennifer Hudson sang a stirring tribute to Kobe Bryant. Common and Chance the Rapper added to the entertainment. Kanye West brought his church service to Northerly Island to the delight of many. Before the game, a video was played, and Michael Jordan, Obama, Common, Chance the Rapper, Dwayne Wade, Buddy Guy, and many other Chicagoans praising the City. While it certainly has its warts, I love Chicago. During the pregame video, Michael Jordan said it best when he said being from Chicago is like a tattoo, you can’t get rid of it. So one of the stars of the game was the City, my city, Chicago. One day in the not too distant future, the Bulls will return to prominence and the nay sayers will still be complaining about something. Let’s choose to look for the good right now.

The Blues Brothers said, “It’s 106 miles to Chicago, we’ve got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes; it’s dark and we’re wearing sunglasses.

HIT IT!” Be kind to one another. Keep smiling. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

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he New Buffalo girls’ basketball team improved to 13-4 on the season by easily defeating Lawrence during a home game Thursday, Feb. 13.

The final score was 62 to 21.

While the Lady Bison struggled at first, they caught fire thanks to buckets off steals by junior Abby Vitale midway through the first quarter A flurry of buckets from Vitale and sophomore Aaron James during the second quarter helped give the Lady Bison a 31 to 11 lead at halftime.

Senior Clare Workman finished the scoring for the Bison with two buckets, including one from beyond the three-point line late in the fourth quarter.

The players blamed the slow start on still being somewhat drained by their upset victory over conference arch rivals Michigan Lutheran the previous week.

“We needed to get back in the groove of it but once the game got started, we all got in it and started cheering each other on,” Vitale said. ‘’We just kind of played our game and got comfortable on the court,” said senior Mary Mayer.

James led the Lady Bison attack with 18 points, while Vitale and junior Nadia Collins contributed 10 points each.

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ven though the Bison gave it their all, it wasn’t enough against the size and speed of Bridgman during an away game Saturday, Feb. 15, in boys’ high school basketball.

The final score was 55-35.

New Buffalo, which was down 18-5 going into the second quarter, stormed back.

Sophomore guard Kayden Parmley triggered the comeback with three quick buckets, including two consecutive dazzling lay-ups, while driving past Bridgman defenders in the paint.

Parmley next passed the ball the length of the court to senior Tucker Morse, who in mid-stride went to the rim for a spectacular bucket.

While driving the lane, Morse then sank a 10foot jump shot off the backboard. Off a shooting foul, Parmley then added a free-throw to pull the Bison within six points at halftime.

The Bees took control in the third quarter; however, New Buffalo cut the lead to nine points on a driving lay-up from sophomore Mark Shaw.

Bridgman, though, wore down the Bison, who were down by 20 points four minutes into the final period.

Coming off three consecutive victories, New Buffalo lost to Bridgman 55-20 at home earlier in the season.

Head coach Nate Tripp said his players showed the type of improvement and fight against Bridgman that should put the Bison in a position to repeat as district tournament champions.

“We played our hearts out. We couldn’t sit back and just let them win without fighting,” he said.

The loss put the Bison at 8-6 on the season.

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River Valley loses unbeaten conference match

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BY STAN MADDUX

iver Valley and Brandywine, both undefeated in conference play this season, went at it during a Monday, Feb. 17, game; however, it was the Mustangs who ended up on the losing sides of things.

Playing before a packed home crowd, the Mustangs looked outmatched by the athleticism and shooting of Brandywine.

The final score was 73 to 41.

Two slam dunks by Brandywine senior Shane Brown was an example of things to come for River Valley, who went quickly down 11 to 2.

A bucket off an offense rebound by River Valley senior Davyd Bronson offered a glimpse of hope for the Mustangs, who were fighting to stay in the game.

Brandywine kept pouring it on with several buckets off turnovers from a pressure defense the Mustangs had difficulty handling at times.

The Mustangs, who were down 40 to 19 at halftime, came out strong in the third quarter, with three quick buckets by junior Lennon Lange and Bronson nailing a shot in the paint.

Brandywine, though, slowly extended their lead in the fourth quarter before coasting to victory.

Lange led the Mustangs attack with 13 points, while Bronson and senior Will Corbell each contributed seven points.

River Valley is now 13-3 overall for the season.

LaLumiere boys’ basketball team aims for National Championship Tournament spot

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BY STAN MADDUX

he LaLumiere High School boys’ basketball team keeps building a case for an invitation back to the GEICO National Championship Tournament.

The Lakers defeated Andrews Academy 95-27 at home Monday, Feb. 17, and beat Gary Roosevelt 98-28 Tuesday, Feb. 11.

LaLumiere (19-3) is ranked 12th in the nation.

Only eight teams get invited to the tournament.

The Lakers finished second in the tournament last year and won it in 2017.

Head coach Patrick Holmes said this year’s team, which features several new players, is getting better and likes their odds of receiving an invitation to the New York City tournament April 2-4 if they win the remainder of their games.

“We still have to finish the season strong. We can’t have any more slip ups. I like our chances,” he said.

In late January and early February, Holmes said the team showed what they’re capable of by winning three consecutive games against stiff competition in the Bob Kirk Invitational tournament in Maryland.

One area he would like to see more improvement on is putting teams away instead of letting them creep back into the game in the fourth quarter.

“We still have some moments where we’re inconsistent but when we’re moving the ball, playing together and being connected, we’re a really, really tough team to beat and we’re really fun to watch,” he said.

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he School of American Music (SAM) will present “Dreams and Visions,” an oboe, viola and piano program featuring Oboist Jennet Ingle, at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28, at Converge Community Church in New Buffalo.

The concert, which is part of SAM’s Free Family Concert Series, will feature the world premiere of a trio, also titled “Dreams and Visions,” by Marjorie Rusche.

The program is a collaboration between SAM and the Michigan City Chamber Music Festival (MCCMF) and will be presented a second time at 3 p.m. CST Sunday, March 1, at the First Presbyterian Church in Michigan City as part of MCCMF’s Cookies, Coffee and Classics Series.

Ingle is principal oboist with the South Bend Symphony and the Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra, and oboe instructor at Valparaiso University. Other members of her trio include Rachel Goff on viola and Mariah Boucher on piano. Goff is violist with the South Bend Symphony Orchestra and Boucher is a collaborative pianist on the faculty of Indiana University South Bend and vocal coach at the University of Notre Dame.

Both concerts are free, but attendees are encouraged to pick up tickets in advance for the New Buffalo performance. Tickets are available at SAM’s website, www.schoolofamericanmusic. com, under the “Tickets & Merchandise” tab.

Converge Community Church is located at 601 W. Buffalo Street, New Buffalo. The First Presbyterian Church is at 121 9th St., Michigan City. SAM and MCCMF have scheduled additional collaborative programs for April and May. SAM’s Free Family Concerts are paid for by a grant from the Pokagon Fund. MCCMF programs are underwritten through grants, corporate sponsors, donors and friends of MCCMF. The group also sponsors a summer music education program for primary through secondary students and a week-long Chamber Music Festival. — STAFF REPORTS

New Buffalo Township board approves drone mapping proposal

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embers of the New Buffalo Township Board may have a new way to more closely investigate the ongoing erosion issues occurring down at the township’s shoreline.

Board members approved a proposal at their Tuesday, Feb. 18 (rescheduled from Monday), from Skyview 3-D for $6,435 to do drone work along the township’s six miles of shoreline to track the progression of erosion along the lakeshore.

Nathan Oman from Skyview said that the drone will be able to take measurements from the foundation of a home to the shoreline, or bluff. It will also allow the township to do volume measurements, measuring the amounts of sand that has washed away from certain areas so that a side-by-side comparison can be made of different times of how the area has physically changed.

While the township can purchase a subscription to software to go along with the drone, Oman said that its current GIS system can be incorporated into the process.

The approved cost is only for the initial setup, which New Buffalo Township Supervisor Michelle Heit said will “establish a baseline.” After the initial mapping has been completed, a determination can be made of which areas of the shoreline are more high risk and if the drone needs to reassess those areas.

“We need some sort of baseline to know what the situation is—now, we have no way of knowing what’s going on out there unless a homeowner comes to us, we can’t get down there and see,” Heit said.

Board members heard about a new two-year Pilot Program being run by Berrien Bus that will expand public transportation services to New Buffalo City and Township.

Evan Smith, Berrien County transportation and planning coordinator, said that Berrien Bus has a service area that includes the entire county outside of the other transit agency service areas (Niles/Niles Township; Buchanan/Buchanan Township and the St. Joseph/Benton Harbor urban area that includes St. Joseph Township and St. Joseph, Benton Harbor Township all the way down to the Stevensville/Bridgman area).

The service area does include New Buffalo City and Township, Smith said.

There will be a triangle of “flex route” options for Tuesdays and Thursdays in New Buffalo, Smith said. Routes will run between New Buffalo and Niles, New Buffalo and Benton Harbor and Niles and Benton Harbor.

The demand response, or dial-a-ride option, is a curb-to-curb service that picks up residents at their homes.

Fares for the flex route service are $2.50 one way or $1.25 for senior citizens or those with disabilities. Dial-a-ride fares are $5 one way and $2.50 for senior citizens and people with disabilities.

Flex routes begin at New Buffalo Township Library and Barney’s.

Those who would like more information should call 269-471-1100.

Board members adopted a resolution to publish Notice of Intents to issue bonds to help pay for the township’s new public safety and fire station building and to approve certain reimbursements.

Board members approved an Assistance to Firefighters Grant—Memo of Understanding. Fire chief Jamie Flick said that he’s been working with the fire chief at Berrien Springs on a new radio grant from FEMA, which would get the entire county all new 800-megahertz radios and mobiles. He said that he believes the grant is due at the end of the month and that it won’t be until a year when hear anything about its progress.

A proposal from Baker Tilly in the amount of $12,500 for a sewer rate study was approved.

A proposal from HydroCorp—Cross Connection Control Program in the amount of $88,398 to conduct inspections of residential cross connections was approved.

Heit explained that this will be a three-year process and is required by the state.

All of the work will be handled by HydroCorp.

Board members approved the township’s water/sewer manager attending the Michigan Rural Water Conference March 18-20 for $406.98 for meal cost and the deputy clerk and treasurer attending the Michigan Township Association annual conference April 27-30 for $353 each for registration and $300 each for hotel costs.

The township writing a Pokagon Fund grant for $2,900 for another public safety day and school supplies giveaway was approved.

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‘Fundamentals of Real Estate’ being offered next month The Southwestern Michigan Association of Realtors will be offering a “Fundamentals of Real Estate” (40-hour pre-license) course Monday through Friday, March 16-20, at the Association’s office located at 3123 Lake Shore Dr. in St. Joseph.

The “Fundamentals of Real Estate” will be taught by Joe Schmitt with Acme Institute. Classes will run from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each day. Upon completion of the class and passing the final class exam, attendees will be ready to take the state exam for their real estate license.

Cost of the class is $285.00.

Register online at the Acme Institute website at https://app.formassembly. com/forms/view/8644.

This class is also approved for 40 hours credit for Broker Preparation toward obtaining a Broker’s License in Michigan.

For more information, contact Kathy Pallas at the Association’s Office at 269-983-6375 or kpallas@swmar.org.

The Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®, Inc. is a professional trade association for real estate licensees who are members of the National Association of REALTORS®and ancillary service providers for the real estate industry in Allegan, Berrien, Cass and Van Buren counties. — STAFF REPORTS

League of Women Voters to hold voting rights town hall

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he League of Women Voters of Berrien and Cass Counties will hold a “Making Democracy Work” town hall-style meeting from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Feb 27, at the Berrien RESA Administrative Conference Center, 711 Saint Joseph Ave., in Berrien Springs.

After Proposal 3 was passed in 2018, the Michigan Constitution was amended. The League of Women Voters is pleased to share educational information about how the proposal is being implemented. The presentation will allow voters to learn more about Michigan’s new Voting Rights, early voting and expanded voter registration.

The town hall is free and open to the public and is made possible by a grant from the League of Women Voters Education Fund. — STAFF REPORTS

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Fast food, Wrigley Field on bucket list for Marley

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ride in a fire truck and trip to storied Wrigley Field are just a few of the items on a bucket list developed for a newly adopted dog with terminal cancer.

The mission is making “Marley,” a 14-year old pit bull, feel loved unlike other stray or abandoned pets on their way out.

He’s already been treated to a hamburger from Burger King and cup of Starbucks whipped cream.

Videos of his end of life happenings are being posted by his new owners, Jordan and Jen Chapman, on Facebook.

“To be able to give him that home and experience things and do things as simple as a nap on the couch is not something every dog gets to do,” Jordan Chapman said.

Last month, the Chapman’s from Kankakee, Illinois came across a social media post of a dog given six months to live up for adoption at Michiana Humane Society.

Despite the grim prognosis, Jordan said she was hooked by how playful and well behaved he was during their visit to the shelter in Michigan City and wanted his life to end feeling extra special.

“He was bopping around like he’s a puppy. I was like, oh my gosh, he’s our dog,” Jen said.

They brought Marley home Saturday and he’s made the adjustment with flying colors.

“He hops up on the couch and just lays down and takes a nap like he’s a golden child to be honest. He’s such a good boy,” Jordan Chapman

said.

The Chapman’s seem like perfect end of life caregivers.

Jordan is director of an animal shelter, the Kankakee County Humane Foundation while Jen a massage therapist for hospice patients.

Other bucket list items include going for a walk on the beach and ice cream cone.

Johanna Humbert, executive director of Michiana Humane Society, said Marley was running loose when picked up before the New Year.

The legions on his skin initially believed from mange were diagnosed as cancer.

Humbert said the unclaimed dog showing no signs of suffering and his personality were factors in trying find him a “hospice home.”

“Marley is a sweet, sweet boy. He loves people.

He loves attention and being near people. So, we thought he would do well,” Humbert said.

Jordan said another reason for doing this is for her and the couple’s three-year old son, Alex, to experience how life for an abandoned or sick animal doesn’t have to end so tragically.

Part of her job at the shelter is deciding when it’s time for a dog or cat to be euthanized.

“It just gives me personally a broader spectrum and view of this is what it looks like when a loved dog passes versus a dog in a shelter that half the world didn’t know about. It’s a total bigger picture situation I think,” she said.

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hen the cold March wind whips off Lake Michigan, there will be no better way to beat the winter blues than donning green, gathering for a huge Irish parade and then raising a pint of Guinness with community friends and family.

Join the City of New Buffalo, owners of Dooley’s Lakehouse Pub and The New Buffalo Beach Club as they present the first New Buffalo St. Patrick’s Parade and After Party, which will take place Saturday, March 7, in downtown New Buffalo.

As a nod to our friends in the Windy City, the parade will kick off with an iconic dying of the (Galien) River green at 9:30 a.m., followed by a traditional St. Patrick’s parade of more than 20 floats, marching bands, bagpipers, dancers, custom choppers, classic cars, street performers and more beginning at 11 a.m.

The parade will launch at the Whittaker Street Bridge and proceed through downtown. The grand marshal for this event will be President of Notre Dame Alumni Association Dolly Duffy.

After the parade revelry, head over to the “Shamrock Shenanigans After Party,” which will feature fantastic regional live music programming, a dance floor, traditional Irish bagpipers, Irish fare, and drink specials under a heated, big top tent in Dooley’s parking lot. Admission will be $10 per person.

In March 2019, Dooley’s Lakehouse Pub owners, husband and wife team John and Colleen Dooley, realized there was a lack of celebration for one of their favorite holidays, St. Patrick’s Day, in the area.

They decided to throw a party in honor of the festive day. By noon of last St. Patrick’s Day, the restaurant was wall-to-wall with revel rousers raising a collective pint to the Motherland of Ireland. Community members as well as city heads were in attendance.

What was hatched next at that party was a grand idea to bring a St. Patrick’s Annual Parade and Party to the city for years to come.

The following is the event lineup for the parade and after party: 9:30 a.m. - dying of the Galien River, 11 a.m. - parade and Dooley’s party kick-off, 12:30 p.m. - New Element - Celtic Rock Band at Dooley’s, 3:30 p.m. - bag pipers at Dooley’s, 4 p.m. - Ginger and Her Baked Goods Band at Dooleys, 7:30 p.m. - MG Bailey - One Man Band at Dooley’s, and 9 p.m. - Red Deluxe Band at Dooley’s Parade parking will be available at the city lot at the corner of North Whittaker and Buffalo streets and Oselka Drive near the Amtrak Station at The Moorings. Public parking throughout the city of New Buffalo (look for signage).

For more information, contact Colleen Ryan at 773-791-1809 or cryan@trafficpr.net and www. newbuffalostpatricksparade.com.

Dooley’s Lakehouse Pub is located at 310 W. Buffalo Street in New Buffalo and can be reached at (269) 469-2247, www.dooleyslakehouse.com or on Facebook and Instagram. — STAFF REPORTS

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PUBLIC NOTICES reasonable auxiliary aids and services, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon seven-(7) days notice to New Buffalo Township.

Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact New Buffalo Township by writing or calling.

2020 CITY OF NEW BUFFALO BOARD OF REVIEW

JUDITH H. ZABICKI NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP CLERK

The City of New Buffalo Board of Review will hold its Organizational Meeting on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. This meeting will be held at the New Buffalo City Hall, 224 West Buffalo, New Buffalo. This is not a meeting to protest the assessments for the 2020 tax year.

SHALICE R NORTHROP ASSESSOR

NOTICE OF PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST OF VOTING EQUIPMENT To the qualified electors of the City of New Buffalo, County of Berrien, State of Michigan:

NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP 2020 NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Review will meet at the New Buffalo Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Highway., New Buffalo, Michigan 49117, to examine and review the 2020 assessment roll. The board will convene on the following dates for the hearing of appeals of assessments or taxable values, property exemptions, parcel classification appeals and/ or current year qualified agricultural denials:

Notice is hereby given that a Public Accuracy Test for the electronic equipment that will be used for the March 10, 2020 Presidential Primary Election is schedule for: Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at 12:45 p.m.

New Buffalo City Hall 224 W. Buffalo Street New Buffalo, MI 49117 The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to demonstrate that the computer programming used to tabulate the votes cast at the election meets the requirements of Michigan election law.

AMY FIDLER, CITY CLERK CITY OF NEW BUFFALO

Tuesday, March 3, 2020 3:00 pm Organizational Meeting Monday, March 9, 2020 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm Monday, March 16, 2020 9:00 am to 3:00 pm and on such additional days as required to hear all persons who have given notice of the desire to be heard until assessment rolls have been revised, corrected and approved.

APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUESTED; letter appeals will be accepted and must be received no later than noon on March 16, 2020.

MICHELLE HEIT, SUPERVISOR NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP SHALICE NORTHROP, ASSESSOR NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP New Buffalo Township Board Meetings are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or disability.

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Head Start now accepting students for the fall

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ri-County Head Start is now enrolling children for the fall of 2020 in Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties.

The program provides comprehensive services to the entire family and a classroom experience that supports children educationally, socially, and emotionally. Tri-County Head Start serves 908 children from birth to age five and pregnant women in both Home-Based and Center-Based programs throughout Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties.

Tri-County Head Start is a high-quality, academically-focused preschool that focuses on getting children and their families ready for academic success in literacy, language, science, mathematics, and social-emotional development. They also receive medical and dental services, and meals and snacks are provided.

Call 269-657-2851 or visit www.tricountyhs.org to begin the application process today.

Tri-County Head Start has served more than 40,000 children and families in Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties since 1972. They serve both the children and their families by providing a preschool program for children to be able to begin kindergarten school ready but also connect families with needed resources, educational and leadership opportunities. Services are free for eligible families.

For more information, visit www.tricountyhs.org. — STAFF REPORTS

Blossomtime pageants tickets going on sale next week

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ickets for the 2020 Miss Blossomtime and Mr. Blossomtime pageants will be open for public sale beginning at 9 a.m. Monday, Feb. 24.

This year, the public can get up close to the action with premium seats. Limited Premier Seating tickets will be available for both Sunday and Monday night pageants.

This year’s theme, “Blossomtime Presents the Greatest Show,” has inspired two wonderful evenings of entertainment, music, and glamour. The Mr. Blossomtime and Showcase of Queens Pageant will be at 6:30 p p.m. Sunday, March 15. The Miss Blossomtime Pageant will be the following evening at 7 p.m. Monday, March 16. Tickets for both pageants are $20.

Limited Premier Seating tickets are available for both nights for $35 each and the program price will be $5. The pageants will be held both nights at the Mendel Center Mainstage and are guaranteed to be wonderful evenings full of talented young ladies and gentlemen as well as the coronation of the 2020 Blossomtime Royalty.

Please call the Blossomtime office at 269-982-8016 or stop by at 2330 S. Cleveland Avenue in St. Joseph to purchase tickets in advance. Availability is limited.

The Mendel Center is located at 2755 E. Napier Avenue in Benton Harbor.

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2020 CITY OF NEW BUFFALO BOARD OF REVIEW The City of New Buffalo Board of Review will meet Tuesday, March 17, 2018, 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. and Wednesday, March 18, 2020, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the New Buffalo City Hall, 224 West Buffalo, New Buffalo, Michigan. The Board of Review will meet to hear protests of the 2020 assessments. If you are unable to appear in person to protest, letters of protest will be accepted if received by noon on Wednesday, March 18th, 2020. If you have any questions, you can call 269469-1500 or 269-587-0208.

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2020

HOROSCOPE FEBRUARY 20-26, 2020

AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 There will be a lot on your plate this week and even though you will have extra responsibilities or timeconsuming commitments to fulfill, it’s important you make time for yourself to recharge. Engage in activities that quiet the mind, yet activate and strengthen in the body, like running or yoga.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 You can expect to feel a renewed sense of purpose at work or with those you employ. There is an opportunity to make more money, when you stay focused on where you’re at. Don’t jump ahead. On another note, embrace your power and tell people what you’re feeling and thinking.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20 There is a need to move out of your comfort zone and into reality this week.

Embrace your desire to explore and experience freedom from oppressive relationships or mindsets. Let go of the past and pursue life with the purpose of balancing polarities and centering extremes.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 There may be somethings said at work that needn’t be repeated or pursued.

Avoid workplace gossip and intrigue which may be difficult when dealing with provocative or juicy details. Focus on the business at home and create some intrigue by doing some spring cleaning.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 Whether you like it or not you will be moving into a more public space, where you will be working closely with others and will have to deal with some differing personalities.

It’s important to honor obligations even if changes aren’t happening overnight; this could be a long ride.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 Let a more peaceful vibe settle in this week. Home is where the heart is and sometimes you need to invest in that; having a place that is secure and safe. Embrace a different value system when things feel chaotic or out of your control. Don’t let money override your heart system.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 The bigger picture will be coming into view this week and it’s important you prepare to work more closely with others; that means you may have to open your heart and let go of the past. Release and pursue your dreams. Don’t let ego-based visions interfere with getting more involved.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 Get ready for some new developments in your neighborhood or social group. There is a good chance some feathers will get ruffled but it’s important you stay neutral and don’t overreact. Situations are in a state of change and it’s better to wait things out before committing to anything.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 The plot thickens this week and even though you lean towards drama and extremes, this is not the time to go out on a limb.

It’s okay to have your emotions out front but don’t act on emotions alone. Take time to gather facts and talk to people. Always get a second opinion.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 There may not be a lot of forward motion this week but there will be a lot of time spent contemplating and planning. This is the time to lay foundations for the future by writing ideas down. Get things worked out on paper before you start. It will save you time and money later.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 The vibe coming your way this week will freshen up dull relationships or boring tasks. Use this energy to its fullest by letting conversations flow naturally and by letting projects develop spontaneously. Don’t get too caught up in formalities. Experiment and remain open to all possibilities.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 There is a vivacious vibe coming your way this week.

You will feel it most in your social sector, helping you feel more comfortable around people. Use it to its fullest by talking to people and sharing your outlook on life. You just may find some kindred spirits that will help you achieve your goals.

Old age comes on suddenly, and not gradually as is thought.

— Emily Dickinson

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SUDOKU To solve the Sudoku puzzle, your challenge is to fill each empty cell with a number 1 through 9, so that each row across, each column down, and each 3x3 box contains all the numbers 1 through 9 with no repeats. Good luck solving!

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EVENTS Reach 5,000 + unique Event goers each week. Please send your Event you wish to publish including the number of times in Advance of your Event that you wish to Advertise to Media@NewBuffaloTimes.com Additionally, please mail $28 for each time you wish your Event published to New Buffalo Times P.O. Box 369 New Buffalo, Michigan 49117 Thank You Reaching 5,000 + unique Event goers each week.

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DAILY EVENTS

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

773-803-9773.

Hosted by New Troy Flea Market and the Friends of New Troy, the market lasts until April.

EVERY WEDNESDAY

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21

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

KNITTING AT THE DELI 2-4PM. David’s Deli.

All are welcome.

EVERY THURSDAY

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TRIVIA NIGHT At dooley’s 7-9PM. Dooley’s Lake House Pub. 310 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo. 269-469-2247. www.dooleyslakehouse.com.

EVERY THURSDAY & 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.

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 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

YOGA AT THE PARK 9AM. New Buffalo Township.

SECOND AND THIRD SATURDAY OF THE MONTH

NEW TROY INDOOR FLEA MARKET 9AM-3PM. New Troy Community Center.

13372 California Rd. New Troy.

MARDI GRAS AT THE BISTRO 4-10PM CST. Bistro on the Greens. 299 W Johnson Rd. LaPorte. 219-575-7272.

We are offering several of authentic Louisiana dishes with traditional New Orleans cocktails, and desserts paired to match. PT & The Crusers are performing from 6-10PM CST. To make a reservation, call the above number.

EMPTY BOWLS DINNER 5-7PM. New Buffalo High School.

The dinner will be sponsored by the student senate and New Buffalo High School Class of 2021. For a suggested $10 donation, guests will receive a ceramic bowl and a dinner of bowl of soup or chili and crackers, a dessert and beverage. Proceeds will benefit Blessings in a Backpack.

and Youth Motivational Speaker Tom Thelen in New Buffalo High School Performing Arts Center. New Buffalo High School.

Chilis will be judged by chefs from local area restaurants. Admission is $5 per person at the door and includes chili tasting, dinner, kid’s activities and a raffle ticket. Admission is $4 per person if purchased in advance.

Those only coming to listen to the speaker won’t be charged.

CORKY SIEGEL & ERNIE WATTS WITH KAYLAN PATHAK 8PM. Acorn Theater.

Two-time Grammy winner and internationally renowned jazz saxophone icon Ernie Watts, (Rolling Stones, Frank Zappa, Buddy Rich, Pat Metheny, Tonight Show Band) joins Chicago Blues Hall of fame legend, Corky Siegel. Reserved seating is $60 and general seating tickets are $35.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 29

MARDI GRAS 6PM-MIDNIGHT. Three Oaks American Legion Post 204. 204 W Linden St. Three Oaks.

The event will feature entertainment from Red Deluxe, a silent auction, music, and food. The cost is $20. Proceeds to benefit local veterans and youth scholarship program.

WINTER DELIGHTS FESTIVAL AT THE MENDEL CENTER 1-10PM. The Mendel Center at Lake Michigan College. 2755 E Napier Avenue.

Benton Harbor. 269-927-8700. www.themendelcenter.com.

Winter Delights Festival returns with a bigger schedule of events, more food, more regionally made beverages, a Makers Market, and a new focus on music with two stages—all indoors at The Mendel Center.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, MARCH 7-8

NEW BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTO CHILI COOK-OFF AND GUEST SPEAKER 6-7PM. Chili tasting and hot dog dinner in high school cafeteria.7-8PM. Anti-Bullying

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

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

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22

HICKORY CREEK WINEMAKER DINNER 6-8PM. Froehlich’s Kitchen and Pantry.

19 N Elm St. Three Oaks. www.shopforehlichs.com.

The event will feature unforgettable dining and imbibing with host Adam McBride, owner of Hickory Creek Winery. Featuring a three-course dinner and four award-winning wines right from our backyard, a threecourse dinner and four award-winning wines right from our backyard. Tickets are $60.

Reservations required.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE AND AFTER PARTY 11AM-MIDNIGHT. Downtown New Buffalo and Dooley’s Lake House Pub. www.newbuffalostpatricksparade.com.

Enjoy a parade in the downtown and a “Shamrock Shenanigans” After-Party with fantastic regional live music programming, Irish fare, drink specials - all under a heated, big top tent in Dooley’s parking lot.

The elusive nature of love...it can be such a fleeting thing.

You see it there and it’s just fluttering and it’s gone.

— Mick Jagger

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