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Three Oaks Village Council continues to seek water treatment solution PAGE 3 New Buffalo City Council, residents debate proposed shortterm rental ordinance; approves grant applications PAGES 4 & 10 Chikaming Township’s second try at expanding Cherry Beach has officially begun PAGE 5 DDA board recommends Pedal Pub, EV charging solution to the city PAGE 6 New Buffalo Township approves state grant submissions for local Marquette Greenway portion PAGE 9

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Three Oaks Village Council continues to seek water treatment solution

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BY THERESE DONNELLY

he Three Oaks Village Council continues to search for the best solution for the village water treatment system.

Following a presentation from consultants Moore and Bruggink, the council decided to wait for more information before deciding on their next step at its Wednesday, March 13, meeting.

While testing has identified source of intrusions, not all sources have been identified. While upgrades need to be done, councilmember John Pappa said without more information “I don’t feel justified spending $1.6 million of people’s money.” He asked if it would be possible for the village to inspect businesses to identify sources of waste intrusions.

One question is whether the system will need to accommodate product waste from Journeyman Distillery. Even if the distillery were to choose not to discharge into the village sewer system, Three Oaks needs to perform upgrades and create an Industrial Pretreatment Program approved by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, according to Village President David Grosse.

Other members of the council shared Pappa’s reticence and agreed not to take any action on the IPP until more information is available.

Grosse said he hopes to iron out more details in a meeting with Journeyman later this month.

The village received a favorable audit report from the state. Derek Hall of the Department of the Treasury presented the 2017-2018 fiscal year audit showing good overall review. Hall also complimented the village administrative staff on the work to help prepare the audit.

Street projects for the year will go to Welch and Kelly. Village Manager Michael Greene reported bids were lower than expected for the paving, but due to construction demands, the work will be completed by the end of August, rather than April as originally planned.

The council approved a bid of $10,718 for renovations to the police department, including new flooring, countertops and cabinets.

The council approved going out for bids for repairs to pump station valves that are failing at the highway lift station and lagoons.

The Three Oaks farmers market received permission to close Oak Street between US 12 and Linden Street on market days from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The council passed a resolution concerning the return of delinquent taxes, allowing the village to collect late payments, rather than requiring property owners to travel to St. Joseph to make payments at the county building.

Plans for improvements to Chamberlain Path are proceeding as the council passed a resolution to authorize an application to the USDA Rural Business Development grant for funding. Plans for the path, which is located alongside village hall, include improved accessibility, lighting and landscaping while connecting businesses on Generation Drive to the downtown.

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Meeting are held in March through November. The March 28 selection is “The Marsh King’s Daughter” by Karen Dionne. The selection for the April 25 meeting, which will be held at 4 p.m., is “The Water Will Come: Rising Seas, Sinking Cities, and the Remaking of the Civilized World.”

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Although Kassal will discuss iPhone photography primarily, many of the principles he will cover also apply to Android phones.

Space at this workshop is limited and you must register in advance at the library front desk with a $10 deposit in order to attend. All attendees will be refunded their deposit at the workshop.

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City Council, residents debate proposed short-term rental ordinance

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

eginning this summer, short term rentals may be regulated within the city of New Buffalo.

The City Council heard concerns from residents and those who work in the industry about the draft short term rental ordinance at a standing-room only meeting Thursday, March 14.

The draft ordinance contains several proposed provisions, including that the “number of occupants in a dwelling unit during a short-term rental shall not exceed the lesser of: 14 total occupants; two occupants per bedroom plus two additional occupants per finished story” and that an owner or local agent can apply for permission to have maximum occupancy increase above 16 total occupants “to the lesser of 20 occupants and two occupants per bedroom plus two additional occupants per finished story.”

City of New Buffalo Mayor Lou O’Donnell IV explained that the city has been working on the draft rental ordinance for the last couple of years with those who are in the industry and those who “despise” it. The city’s attorney, who had helped draft ordinances in several of the communities, was also involved in the process.

The city will hire a full-time enforcement officer at City Hall, who will serve as a direct point of contact should residents experience problems with rentals.

Renters will be required to fill out a form. According to the draft ordinance, “all dwelling units used for short term rentals must be registered with and have a shortterm rental unit permit issued by the city.” The form will ask for the address of the rental, the number of bedrooms in each short-term rental unit and other pertinent information. Permits must be renewed annually.

O’Donnell stressed that the city can always amend the ordinance at a later date; right now, it was important that something was in place before the summer season.

“We want to keep this as basic as possible - see what our community needs and see what we need to do to keep moving forward,” he said, adding that the ordinance will regulate who’s renting to whom.

O’Donnell said that rather than eliminate rentals, an ordinance will regulate them so that the community is safe.

“Many want us to ban rentals entirely as a city, we can’t financially do that,” he added, and said that property values within the city would “plummet.”

Viki Gudas, president of the Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce, said that short term rentals can increase the community’s growth, as talks with realtors have revealed that many who rent first later move to the area. She added that short-term rentals provide flexible housekeeping jobs for area mothers.

“I encourage the city to take the time to work with the community, both industry professionals and residents, to come up with a final ordinance that improves the quality of life for residents, provides a great experience for

visitors and, most importantly, is enforceable,” she said.

City resident John Humphrey, who resides on Mayhew Street in a residential neighborhood, said a house located at 226 S. Mayhew recently became a short-term rental with a 16-person occupancy. Calling the property an “unregulated transient hotel,” he said that he’s seen an inordinate amount of cars parked on the property, including on his lawn and his neighbor’s lawn. Websites such as Airbnb are putting visitors and residents “head to head” by not respecting city ordinances, he said.

John Natsis, who’s been in the vacation rental industry, and Jason Milovich of Bluefish Vacation Rentals, implored the council to form a committee that includes those who work in the vacation rental industry to help the city compose an ordinance that will work for everyone.

City resident Ron Morales said that the city should consider doing what Chikaming Township has done, which is to put together a rental registry. This way, the city will know who to address should there be a problem at a short term rental and renters will have some “accountability.”

Blagica Bottigliero, who rents out a cottage to visitors on Merchant Street, echoed and said that she also cares about the city residents’ safety and she often drives by the property to check on it. She also advised the city and New Buffalo Township to collaborate with Chikaming Township so that there exists “uniformity” on the area’s rental regulations.

Jorge Alvarez, also a renter, said that there’s a “misconception” on Airbnb, as it merely serves as a platform for people to advertise their vacation rentals. He added that, as a renter, he’s not looking to “trash the town or do anything to hurt the town” and that most renters are merely trying to make a living. He urged the council to form a committee with renters who “understand vacation rentals.”

“This unilateral process you’re taking isn’t working have more people involved who actually understand what we’re dealing with,” he said.

Councilmember Elizabeth Ennis added that the council was listening to the community and ensuring the ordinance benefited everyone.

“Our point is to make it safe - I fear the day a fire destroys a rental house and we have no sound ordinance in place and we’d look like fools,” she said, adding that it’s a “shame” that the issue wasn’t addressed when rentals first started creeping up into the area long ago.

Councilmembers approved a motion to meet with representatives from rental companies as well as two individual renters who utilize Airbnb only to gain some input before the ordinance’s second reading, The first reading will take place at the Monday, March 18, City Council meeting. Two readings of the ordinance are required before it can be successfully passed.

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Chikaming Township’s second try at expanding Cherry Beach has officially begun

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

embers of the Chikaming Township Board officially reembarked on the journey to expand the township’s public beach frontage after approving a resolution to re-apply for a Michigan Department of Natural Resources Trust Fund (MDNRTF) grant at their Thursday, March 14, meeting.

The township applied for the grant, which would’ve covered 75 percent of the township’s estimated $4.4 million acquisition cost of the Beidler Trust property that is adjacent to Cherry Beach, last year. The Cherry Beach Committee raised more than the required 25 percent match amount. Due to last year’s smaller funding pool, the project didn’t score enough points to receive the grant. This time, the township will be providing a 40 percent match and applying for 60 percent funding from the state. By applying for fewer funds, Cherry Beach Committee members hope that there will be an increase in the project’s overall score.

According to the official resolution on the grant application for the “Lake Michigan Forest and Public Beach Expansion” (or the Cherry Beach Project), the township will be applying for the grant in the amount of $2.5 million. Total project costs are estimated at $4.1 million. A local match of $1.6 million will be provided.

Chikaming Township is pledging $250,000 toward the project’s matching funds. Altogether, $650,000 will be pledged from the following sources: The Reed Beidler Trust ($150,000); Preserve the Dunes ($5,000); Deer Creek Association ($10,000); the Cherry Beach Committee ($35,000) and 2018 financial pledges ($450,000). Additionally, $910,000 in grants will be pursued.

Cherry Beach Committee member Sue Phalen said that they will be contacting those who pledged money last year to recommit to their pledges.

Fundraising efforts will start up again this spring. The township will learn of the grant application’s status in mid-December.

After a public hearing on the township’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2019-2020, board members approved the Resolution on 2019-20 Annual Appropriations Act. Estimated revenues for the 2019-2020 fiscal year are as follows: General Fund, $947,180; Maintenance Fund, $615,200; Public Safety, $887; Building Fund, $183,500; Water Funds, $1.4 million; and Sewer Fund, $640,650.

A resolution approving submission of a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Business Development Grant to help fund the engineering and project costs associated with the Union Pier Road and Red Arrow Highway Redevelopment Project, which will involve redevelopment, streetscape and safety improvements at the intersection of Union Pier Road and Red Arrow Highway, was approved.

Approximately 20 percent ($25,000) of the project cost will be a local match split between Chikaming Township and New Buffalo Township (each municipality will provide a match amount of $12,500). Approximately 80 percent (or $99,500) of the project cost will be funded through the USDA Rural Business Development Grant program. Estimated project cost is $124,500.

Board members approved the Park Board budget amendments.

A total of $151,000 from line items within the Park Board budget will be transferred to park construction (also in the Park Board budget). Bunte said a good portion of the funds will go toward putting a fountain in the Harbert Park lagoon.

Currently, 272 rental properties have been registered in the township.

Those who have rental properties are required to be registered by Feb. 28, although Township Supervisor David Bunte said that a grace period would be offered through the end of March.

Trustee Rich Sullivan, who serves on a committee that’s updating the township’s zoning ordinance, said that committee members have been meeting since Feb. 4. He said anyone with suggestions can contact them on the township’s website, https://www.chikamingtownship.org. Sullivan said he’s guessing it might take them another four to six weeks to complete the process.

Board members approved to extend the Farmland and Open Space Preservation Program for the Mike Jasper Trust.

A payment to John Doberteen in the amount of $30,000 was approved.

Doberteen was the township’s building inspector before it contracted with SafeBuilt last October.

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DDA board recommends Pedal Pub, EV charging solution to the city

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

embers of the New Buffalo Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Board of Directors heard of a possible new timeline regarding the construction of the Whittaker Street bridge connecting the downtown with the city’s waterfront at their Thursday, March 14, meeting.

Chris Cook, president of Abonmarche, said that the lowest bid, which concerns the mobilization of the barges and what needs to be done to protect the waterway as well as the delivery of equipment, came in at a larger amount than was estimated.

Cook said the city could choose to accept the bid so that work could commence by April 1. Currently, Phase One is scheduled to be completed by Memorial Day, while Phase Two will be tackled after Labor Day. Another option would be lumping Phase One, Two and Three together and rebidding them as one project.

If the city decided on the latter option, Cook said the project would commence after Labor Day. Since fall weekends were still busy in the region, Cook said that work could begin sometime around the third weekend in October.

“This will give us the ability to work through the winter into next spring and plenty of time to be completed before (next) Memorial Day,” he said.

DDA Chair Robert Kemper agreed that mid-October would be best, as large events like the Apple Cider Century and the city’s Harvest and Wine Fest took place at an earlier date.

Also at the meeting, board members approved the City Council or Planning Commission moving forward with making a decision on Pedal Pub Michiana.

Called the “North American bike with a barrel” on https://www. pedalpubpartybikes.com, Pedal Pub provides pilot-driven pedal tours in more than 50 cities across North America. Julie McGinnis and Shellie Kermin of Pedal Pub Michiana said it would provide a “vehicular experience” as well as an eco-friendly way for visitors to enjoy the best of the bars, restaurants and shops in New Buffalo.

Kermin and McGinnis said that only one bike would be in New Buffalo for the first season, which would be driven by either one of them or one of their husbands.

If it grows, they’d hire pilots, who would undergo a screening process as well as an annual bike certification and alcohol certification.

Each bike seats a maximum of 15 riders. Riders can book a private tour with a group of 10 to 12 people or a public tour with other riders. The bike has 10 pedaling seats and five non-pedaling seats.

The idea was first presented to the DDA’s entrepreneurial/business development subcommittee, who supported it being recommended to the City Council.

Subcommittee chair Doug Roch said that he feels that it’s great for the DDA’s mission to support local businesses.

McGinnis and Kermin said that they’re aware of the heavy downtown traffic in the summer and that the bike travels at five to eight miles per hour with riders on it.

Pilots have a mirror that lets them have a 180-degree view of everything that’s going on behind them, including passengers and sidewalk traffic. If there’s more than two cars behind the bike, pilots can try to pull over and let traffic go by.

Kemper introduced to board members a plan for restructuring the DDA’s current subcommittees, which include the EBD, the Design/Visual Impact, and the Communications subcommittees. He was proposing that there be an operations committee to support the city with activities within the downtown district; an economic development committee to work with new businesses and other future activities; a community outreach committee to encourage more community involvement at the committee level and feedback; and the communications committee that would continue to spread the word about the DDA and city decisions.

Board members approved the EBD’s recommendation to the city to use Chargepoint as a service for electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. EBD subcommittee members are recommending two Charge Point dual-port stations for a three-year term with a $5,500 annual fee.

Roch said that there would be no large capital outlay to get started and no hidden costs or additional expenses. With technology changing so rapidly, Roch said it wouldn’t be wise to purchase something that would quickly become obsolete.

Potential locations for the stations could be the city-owned lot on Mechanic and Barton streets and the and the overflow section of the boat parking lot.

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any events take place in one’s life that bring back memories. Perhaps a song you hear, a person you see who reminds you of someone from your past, or any number of circumstances that bring you back to a certain time, person, or place. There are any number of theories as to why these things happen. Some call it deja vu, some believe we are reliving experiences from a past life, and some just believe some things trigger our memories. Whatever you believe, I’m relatively sure we all have experienced the feelings I’m talking about.

Last week, while working my part-time job as an Uber driver, I picked up a young lady. When you ride with me, the topic often turns to sports, and this ride was no different. We were near Wrigleyville, so I asked her if she was a baseball fan and she proceeded to tell me a delightful story that brought tears to my eyes and flooded me with memories of my father. The young lady, Kathy, grew up in Boston and was a big Red Sox fan. She has two sisters but no brothers, and she ended up being the tomboy of the family. Her dad had season tickets to the Red Sox games, and Kathy often accompanied him. She told me that the only time she ever saw her father cry was when the Red Sox won the World Series. Those tears of joy brought me back to the tears I shed when the Cubs won their first championship in more than 100 years.

Her story was just beginning, and she shared the fact that she and her dad had a plan to visit every ballpark in America, a plan that was interrupted by her father’s illness.

Unfortunately, cancer took his life when they were six ballparks short. After Kathy composed herself, she told me that this summer, she was going to visit the final six parks and finish their mission, to honor her father.

After dropping Kathy off at her destination, my mind went into overdrive. I had to take a break to gather myself as memories came flooding back. My father took me to Cubs games many times during my youth, particularly opening day. He would insist that I go to school in the morning, then take care of my responsibility as a patrol boy, and only then would we take off from the south side to head off to Wrigley field.

Even though the Cubs weren’t good, the pace of the game would allow us to bond like nothing else could. One year, we got snowed out, so instead of going to Wrigley, we went to a bowling alley. Nothing was going to get in the way of our day. I was so happy to be able to relive these memories when my son came down from Minnesota with his sons and I got to accompany them to Wrigley to continue the tradition. While baseball may be slower moving than other sports, it take up the most space in my heart.

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New Buffalo Township approves state grant submissions for local Marquette Greenway portion

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

ew Buffalo Township Board members again approved a resolution supporting the submission of an application to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) Trust Fund for the development of a 3.8 mile portion of the Marquette Greenway that will go from the Indiana/Michigan state line to New Buffalo at their Monday, March 18, meeting.

The township had applied for the grant last year. The 58-mile, non-motorized trail will start in Calumet Park in Chicago and end in New Buffalo. Currently, 28 miles of the trail have already been built or funded.

New Buffalo Township will again be providing a local match in the amount of $150,000 and a donated amount of up to $300,000 will again be provided by The Pokagon Fund.

Board members also approved a resolution supporting the submission of an application to the Land and Water Conservation Fund for the development of the Marquette Greenway Project. The township will also be providing a local match amount of $150,000 and up to $300,000 from the Fund will be provided.

Marcy Hamilton from the Southwest Michigan Planning Commission explained that the plan remains for the route to come along Grand Beach Road and then cross over onto U.S. Highway 12 into the city of New Buffalo between the railroad tracks and U.S. 12.

Hamilton added that she felt that applying for the Land and Water Conservation grant would increase the chance of getting the needed funds. The grant can sometimes be less competitive, as it usually requires a 50 percent local match; however, since the township has the $150 match and the Fund is providing up to $300,000, Hamiliton said the township should be able to meet the required match.

Board members approved a resolution for submission of a USDA Rural Business Development Grant (RBDG) to go toward the Red Arrow Highway and Union Pier Road Redevelopment Project, which will involve redevelopment, streetscape and safety improvements at the intersection of Union Pier Road and Red Arrow Highway.

Approximately 20 percent ($25,000) of the project cost will be a local match split between Chikaming Township and New Buffalo Township (each municipality will provide a match amount of $12,500). Approximately 80 percent (or $99,500) of the cost will be funded through the USDA RBDG program. Estimated project cost is $124,500.

A resolution approving submission of a USDA Grant for the township’s Exit 1 and Exit 4 Corridor Improvement project in the amount of $99,500 (the project’s total estimated cost) was approved. Township Supervisor Michelle Heit said that the grant could be used toward wayfinding and some streetscape off Exit 1. She hoped the work that’s being done on the bridge could be the grant’s local match.

Board members adopted a resolution to expand the township Corridor Improvement Authority (CIA) development area to include the dual rail property located at the edge of the CIA district. A public hearing will be held to incorporate the parcel of land in the district.

The payment of $31,710 to Payjay Inc. as the eighth payment to the Michigan Shores Water Project was approved.

The sixth change order to the Michigan Shores Water Project was approved.

Wightman & Associates civil engineer Ashley Brendel said that the project is wrapping up and that there are two services left to be connected. A little restoration work still needs to be completed. Brendel said that street restoration won’t start until after April 15, when the asphalt plants open.

Board members approved sending a Letter of Inquiry for a Pokagon Fund grant that would cover one third of the purchase price of property on U.S. Highway 12 adjacent to Fire Station 2, where a new fire station will be built. The overall purchase cost is $380,000.

A proposal in the amount of $12,750 from Antero Group for work at the Fire Station 2 site was approved.

The hiring of Dan Mandalis as new township fire inspector was approved.

Heit said that Mandalis will work 20 hours per week and be compensated $20 per hour.

Board members approved a speed study resolution for Lubke Road.

Board members approved awarding a bid to Burkholder Excavating in the amount of $71,908.75 for the Roma Sewer project, which will extend the sewer at Roma’s Pizza.

A quote from Dinges Fire Company in the amount of $6,039.50 for two sets of turnout gear for the fire department was approved.

Board members approved John Conlin attending firefighter training March 23 and 24 in Berrien Springs.

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he Box Factory for the arts hosted a student art show Saturday, March 9. More than 30 students from New Buffalo were part of the show, and several New Buffalo students won awards.

The Stevens family award winners were: the 2D winner was Emma Golba from Brown school, and the winner for 3D was Kyle Vanhook from New Buffalo.

Winners of the 3D overall were: 1st, Nicole Semenchak from New Buffalo; 2nd, Sofia Baghelai from Brookview; and 3rd, Carmen Segundo from River school.

The Berrien RESA Scholarship award went to New Buffalo’s Lydia Denham.

Congratulations to the students and their art teacher, Matt Raney. — PHOTOS SUBMITTED BY MATT RANEY

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BY THERESE DONNELLY

ew Buffalo City Council members had the first reading of a proposed ordinance to regulate short-term rentals in the city at their Monday, March 18, meeting.

Residents had an opportunity to voice their opinions in a special meeting last week. Mayor Lou O’Donnell said following that meeting, the city attorney, Nick Curcio, was to come up with the draft of Ordinance 237, which is currently available on the city’s website.

During Monday’s meeting, residents had another chance to speak during the public comment portion. Residents expressed concerns that short-term rentals disrupted the character of residential neighborhoods and brought problems due to parking, excessive noise and garbage. Residents also expressed concern that using properties as short-term rentals made it difficult for people to afford full-time housing.

The proposed ordinance would require properties to be registered with the city and subject to inspection by the city. Curcio told the council many municipalities have had to address short-term rentals in recent years and while some cases have gone to court, there are no definitive answers The council also had the final reading on Ordinance 236, which addresses property maintenance. The council passed the ordinance unanimously. During public comment, Grand Beach resident Michael Lindley said parts of the ordinance were “very broad” and would be hard to enforce and could lead to litigation. He encouraged the council to work with those who would be affected by the ordinance, including business owner Roger Lijewski.

Following a closed session, the council voted to direct City Manager David Richards and Curcio to take appropriate action to work with Lijewski regarding zoning ordinances related to his towing and auto repair business on South Whittaker Street.

Three applications got the council’s ok. The first, for a Recreation Passport Grant, would help fund the New Buffalo portion of the Marquette Greenway Trail connecting Chicago and New Buffalo. The second, for a Water Conservation Fund, would help rehabilitate the dune walk stairway and add an ADA accessible path. Another possible grant, from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Development grant program, could be used for the city’s waterfront development.

Later in the meeting, the council also approved the $10,593 purchase of additional beach walk from the loading area of the parking lot to the existing boardwalk. Parks Department Supervisor Kristen D’Amico said the new walk would be PVC and aluminum, requiring little

maintenance.

This year’s street projects, estimated to total $688,159, have been selected and will go out for bid. O’Donnell noted the city had “substantially more money” for the project than originally expected thanks to the bid process for the downtown project.

Bids for the Whittaker Street bridge exceeded Abonmarche’s engineer estimates, so the consulting company suggested restructuring the project and scheduling all work after Labor Day. The original plan was to split work before Memorial Day and after Labor Day to avoid interfering with summer beach traffic.

In light of the numerous projects, Abonmarche recommended the city enter a professional services agreement from May until October to help coordinate work between the city and contractors. The contract will run from May until October, and the city will pay $1,600 a month with the ability to terminate with 30 days’ notice.

The council passed the Act 51 Map Revision Resolution, which is an annual requirement by the state. This year’s map added Merchant Street between Berrien and Chicago streets.

The section of street had been vacated for safety reasons but was reopened after St. Mary of the Lake Catholic School closed.

As part of the routine equipment replacement program, the council approved the purchase of two self-contained breathing apparatuses for the fire department totaling $14,748.

The street department received approval to purchase two salt boxes to fit in department trucks for salting streets. The current boxes are 15 years old and require repairs that delay work.

Versaw Earth won the bid to remove an estimated 90 truckloads of collected yard waste from the street department yard. Richards said only two bids came in and the other company’s bid was nearly 10 times more than Versaw’s $8550 bid.

Both the police and parks departments will purchase and use a utility building to be placed at the boat launch. Police Chief Rich Killips said the existing shed is unsecured and too small to hold all necessary equipment. He also said the new, larger building will allow police to store ATVs used in beach rescues. The ATVs are currently stored at the police station, which Killips said causes delays in response time.

Third Coast Surf Shop received another twoyear contract for kayak rentals.

Oselka Park’s sprinkler system is in need of upgrades. D’Amico said the current control box is more than 10 years old and has become obsolete, which has caused some sprinkler zones to become inoperable. The council approved $7,991 for a new box.

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laiming that he carries around a “wee bit” of Irish ancestry in his blood, Andrew Shennan said that David’s Delicatessen and Coffee in New Buffalo was certainly the place for him to be on St. Patrick’s Day last Sunday, March 17.

“I love drinking and having a good time here—this is the day of the year (for me),” he said.

The delicatessen was hosting its ninth annual Corned Beef-off.

For a $15 fee, guests could enjoy unlimited samples of corned beef entries from 17 purveyors across the country, including Chicago, Detroit and Indianapolis. Closer to home was an entry from Bare Bones, a gastropub that owners of Burn ’Em Brewing in Michigan City will soon be debuting in LaPorte and Curry-ous George in New Buffalo. Among the three vegan options was one from the Black Currant Bakehouse in Union Pier.

Guests lined up alongside the deli’s main counter, where plates heaped with corned beef samples were on display. David’s coproprietor Joe Lindsay (who co-owns the delicatessen with his wife, Emma Brewster) was meandering through the horde of hungry guests while balancing a plate with heaping slices of fresh-out-ofthe-oven corned beef, with wisps of steam rising from each slice. In addition to the corned beef, guests could also enjoy a full-on Irish meal of cabbage, potatoes and rye bread and mustard. Meals could be washed down with a wide variety of Irish beer, wine and whiskey that was for sale by The False Front, David’s after-hours pop-up bar featuring wine, beer and cocktails that opened last summer and is located in the same building as the delicatessen.

Before gobbling up the last slice of corned beef and calling it a day, guests cast a ballot for their favorite purveyor. This year’s declared winner was Blake Murray of Bare Bones and Jesse Ives of Black Currant Bakehouse.

Among the crowd were first-time guests as well as some old timers. Blagica Bottigliero, who’d donned a green wig for the occasion, said she was having a “blast” at her first ever Corned Beefoff. (Her favorite entry: Manny’s, which is located in Chicago.)

All proceeds from this year’s event went to the Friends of Harbor Country Trails’ efforts to finish the Marquette Greenway, a 58-mile non-motorized trail that will begin in Calumet Park in Chicago and end in downtown New Buffalo. While 28 miles of the trail have already been built or funded, 3.8 miles in Michigan, from the Indiana/Michigan state line to New Buffalo, still need funding.

Caroline Ramsey, who is part of the local Marquette Greenway committee, said that everyone’s support for the proposed trail make her “proud to be part of the community.”

“We’re really grateful to Dave’s and Joe and Emma and also for David’s doing a magnificent auction,” she said.

Items that were up for auction included special cheeses, a carving set, a take-home brisket and a dinner for 10 package that includes David’s preparing a corned beef dinner with all the fixings.

Donations to the Marquette Greenway can be made online at harborcountrytrails.org or mailed to Friends of Harbor Country Trails, PO Box 371, New Buffalo, MI 49117.

(front) Anne Kurze with (back) Patty Shennan, Nancy McDermott and 4-month-old Kira

Jack Lindsay pours some brews

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Blagica Bottigliero and Clare McDermott with Dylan Young

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LMC brings musical, “Sister Act,” to Mendel Center Mainstage

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he Lake Michigan College Performing Arts Department will present its spring production, “Sister Act,” the feel-good musical comedy smash featuring original music by Tony-and-eight-time Oscar winner, Alan Menken, at 8 p.m. Friday, March 22 and Saturday, March 23, and 3 p.m. Sunday, March 24, on The Mendel Center Mainstage on the Benton Harbor campus.

“Catholics never had so much fun!” LMC Theatre Coordinator and Stage Director Paul Mow said. “After growing up and being educated by a few nuns myself in the St. Joseph Catholic schools K-6 in Watervliet, this hilarious musical hits home for me on many levels. It’s not only hilarious, but poignant and timely as it deals with terrific themes of diversity, inclusion and strong sisterhood.”

With lyrics by Glenn Slater and book by Cheri Steinkellner and Bill Steinkellner, “Sister Act” is based on the 1992 hit film starring Whoopi Goldberg. When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the police are sure she won’t be found – a convent.

Disguised as a nun, she suddenly finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and the uptight Mother Superior. Using her dance moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. As the gang gives chase, they soon realize they are not only going up against Deloris but the power of her newly found sisterhood.

The cast features Roketta Moore as Deloris Van Cartier; Lorie Kraus as Mother Superior; Mariah Rifenberg as Sister Mary Robert; Kacie Colleen Mercer as Sister Mary Patrick; Donna G Nelli-Metz as Sister Mary Lazarus, the head of the choir; Pierre Cooks as Eddie; Alexander Scott Novitzke as Monsignor O’Hara; Meredith Best George as Sister Mary Martin-of-Tours; Connie Weaver as Sister Mary Theresa; and Martel Dominique Burton as the notorious gangster, Curtis.

Additional cast members are CJ Hampton, Cristian Marquez, and Zach Wilkeson as the trio of thugs, TJ, Joey and Pablo; Maya Falls, Jasmine MooreKyle and Tamika Seawood as Deloris’s backup singers; and Landon Horne as Ernie/Cab Driver/Policeman. The ensemble includes Marcheta Baxter; Adrienne Glisson; Aaliyah Louis; Kady Roberts; Ayriel Smith; Leiah Seawood; Tiara Smith; Erin Turner; Liam Galbraith; Braden Spohn; as well as a cameo appearance by Paul Stortz.

“I couldn’t be prouder of this group of talented students and community members,” Mow said. “We are ecstatic to be able to bring such a wonderful and hard-working group of performers to The Mendel Center Mainstage.”

The production also features music direction from Kristopher Zook, original choreography from Liz Coulston, costume design from Julie Smiy and set design and construction from Larie Underwood and Andrew Sawyer. Cooks is assistant director and choreographer, Hans Chelesvig is the stage manager, Erica Roberts is projection artist, Garrylee McCormick is wigmaster, and Joshua Goines is the rehearsal accompanist.

“This production of ‘Sister Act’ is fantastic,” said Zook, LMC’s music director.

“This show has it all – a great cast, a fun story, catchy music, energetic dancing, amazing set design, and all the razzle-dazzle that a bunch of comical nuns can bring to musical theatre here at LMC.” Tickets are $18 for adults, $12 for seniors, and free for LMC faculty, staff and students. Tickets also are free for all students age 18 and younger with a valid school ID. Students can reserve their free tickets by calling the LMC Box Office at (269) 927-8700, and pick up their tickets by showing their ID at will call.

“Sister Act” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. For more information, visit www.lakemichigancollege.edu/sisteract.

Contact the Lake Michigan College Performing Arts Department at (269) 927-8876 or visit www.lakemichigancollege.edu/arts to learn more about the college’s performing and visual arts programs.

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BY LAWRENCE VON EBELER

he Peasant’s Pantry, the new breakfast and brunch café, has stunned its patrons with the impeccable standards that it sets in a beautifully renovated building that once had a desultory reputation; however, The Peasant’s Pantry has brought an allnew life to this once tired and dated building.

Michael Faltum, the esoteric owner, has ultra-pleased his customers with his fresh, all-new Peasant’s Pantry located next door to Mesa Luna, the fivestar restaurant that’s also located at the light at Sawyer Road and Red Arrow Highway.

When he purchased the building, its condition was almost overwhelmingly in disrepair for Faltum’s standards, making renovations a particular challenge. He had to replace the floors, the roof, the wiring, and the Michael Faltum kitchen—but he did it. A Chicago native, Faltum is a retired executive who also did catering for private parties. where his standards of good food and exceptional presentations were created. They came with him to Peasant’s Pantry. It is a fabulous new choice for breakfast and brunching. Open at 7:30 a.m. every day except Monday and Tuesday, Peasant’s Pantry now serves spirits beginning at 10 a.m. (A Bloody Mary never tasted better.)

Faltum introduced all of his standards in design and he has now added full table service and, most importantly, fantastic food. The offerings change often. His “Waffle Flight” is served on a great, long, rectangular dish with four waffles and four toppings of maple bacon, blueberry, and lemon curd, classic strawberry, and banana Nutella. It can also be served with your choice of bacon, ham, or sausage for only $10. A “Chorizo Hash” is served in a steel bowl with sweet potatoes cooked with chorizo, red onions and pablano peppers and is topped with a sunny-side up egg for $11.

Other added choices on the menu are the “Frittata of the Day,” which contains all fresh ingredients and is served with a side of potato gratin, waffle fries, mixed greens, or fresh fruit for $9. You can also choose the “Build Your Own Egg Sandwich,” which is served on an English muffin with a side of potato gratin, waffle fries, or fresh fruit for $9. Also, they have two eggs any style, chorizo hash, vegetable hash, blueberry pancakes and biscuits and gravy, all for $11 and under.

Faltum’s creative luncheon menu includes beef giardiniera Sandwiches, chicken schnitzel, corned beef, turkey, tuna, chicken and grilled cheese sandwiches from $8. On weekdays, the restaurant offers half sandwiches and a cup of soup for $9 (cocktails optional).

There are also salads from $9, and a kid’s menu that is equally inventive, with items starting at $4.

The deli in the rear is delightful too, as it offers a myriad of classic Chicago deli choices in meats and cuisine and an array of options for carry out. The Peasant’s Pantry doesn’t miss a beat for big-city expectations, but with a local sense of warmth and welcome.

All of these standards did not happen easily or without great expense and physical effort. Faltum has invested a fortune in blood, sweat, and tears, and he arrives at 3:30 a.m., to begin his prep work for the day’s menu. He is the quintessential entrepreneur who has chosen Harbor Country to share his sophistication and taste level. The grand road sign, the high design renovations to the dated building, his innate taste level for the furniture and casework, the interior color palette and his décor choices make the once boring cafe a case study in upgrading a space. Most of all, there’s the “entrance experience,” with a friendly “hello!” and a genuine “welcome!”

by Faltum and his warm staff for all who enter this newest of cafes to grace Harbor Country.

The Peasant’s Pantry is located at 12856 Red Arrow Hwy., Sawyer, Michigan. They can be reached at 269-405-1284. Hours of operation are Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The restaurant is closed Monday and Tuesday. While reservations are not currently being taken, they may soon become necessary.

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NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP OF BERRIEN COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Addition of a Parcel of Real Property to the New Buffalo Township Corridor Improvement District

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township Board of New Buffalo Township, Berrien County, Michigan, shall conduct a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. on April 15, 2019, at the Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Highway, New Buffalo, Michigan 49117, to hear and consider expanding the development area of the New Buffalo Township Corridor Improvement Authority (the “Authority”) to include the following described parcel located in the Township of New Buffalo, County of Berrien, Michigan and legally described as follows:

THAT PT OF W1/2 OF SW1/4 SEC 1 & THAT PT OF E1/2 OF SE1/4 SEC 2 T8S R21W THAT LIES SELY OF C&O RR R/W & NLY OF NYC RR R/W & NWLY OF R/W HWY I-94 PPN: 11-13-0002-0001-04-9 The public hearing will be conducted in accordance with Act 57 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 2018. A citizen, taxpayer or property owner of New Buffalo Township, or an official from a taxing jurisdiction with millage that would be subject to capture, has the right to be heard in regard to the proposed expansion of the development area of the Authority.

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Syrup makers wait for sap pumps frozen by cold to kick back on

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BY STAN MADDUX

aple syrup lovers can rest easy now that sap has begun flowing after unseasonably cold temperatures dried up the taps.

Once worried makers of the socalled liquid gold are hoping to collect enough sap during the remainder of the season to at least equal last year’s production.

Casey Struecker of Chikaming Open Lands said a public viewing of maple syrup making that her group hosts annually at a farm near Sawyer was pushed back from March 2; the bitter cold had stopped the sap flows.

Sap was oozing from the 50 tapped trees at the farm last Saturday, though, during the event attended by more than 30 people. ‘’It’s all starting to come out,’’ she said.

Tom Cook, another maple syrup maker with taps in his 20-acre woods near Niles, also reported very good sap yields once high temperatures rose above freezing and dipped below freezing at night.

Such temperature fluctuations are what turn on mother nature’s sap pumps in the trees.

Strong flows were also reported in northern Indiana where output from maple trees had also stopped during the arctic-like blast. ‘’For what the weather was like, it was pretty good really,’’ said John Loucks, who taps 30 acres between New Paris and Wakarusa.

He collected 1,700 gallons of sap or

enough to make about 40 gallons of syrup during the weekend of March 9, when temperatures started becoming ideal.

Normally, Loucks is able to make about 500 gallons of syrup annually, but his 3,000 taps yielded only enough sap to produce eight gallons of syrup before the weather became more seasonal.

He’s optimistic about reaching his normal level of production.

Loucks said, while growing up helping his father collect and boil down sap from the trees, most syrup was made in March.

It’s only been in recent years that February started yielding a lot of sap because of milder late winter temperatures.

“We always got our biggest runs about the middle of March. So, this is just normal for us,” Loucks said.

Rick Matthys, who makes about 100 gallons during a typical season near Westville, also likes the odds of hitting his normal production mark. ‘’If we can get a nice 40 degrees through the whole month of March then we should have a normal year,’’ Matthys said.

According to USDA, Michigan was the seventh leading producer of maple syrup in the nation from 2016-2018.

Indiana and Connecticut were tied for 10th.

Vermont was the top producing state, churning out nearly one-half of all the maple syrup in the nation.

New York and Maine were second and third in production.

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Children that will be four years old by September 1, 2019, and are residents of the New Buffalo School District are welcome attend Pre-Kindergarten Registration. This program offers great benefits to those children who are not quite old enough to enter kindergarten.

The Berrien County Health Department will be here at New Buffalo Elementary, on April 11th from 11:00am – 3:30pm during our registration, for free Hearing/ Vision Checks.

Please call and schedule an appointment for your child’s Hearing / Vision check at (269) 469-6060 or (269) 469-6069. Once your Hearing / Vison check has been completed, registration information will be provided. Students will have the opportunity to meet their teacher and other students.

Please bring the following documents with you to the registration on April 11th.

Parents Drivers License or State ID Official Birth Certificate (no copies or hospital certificates) Immunization Records You will also be required to verify your residency within the New Buffalo Area Schools District. Residency will be verified at the District Office located at the Middle / High School building. Items needed for proof of residency are listed below.

Residency Verification (must supply 2 of the following) Michigan Drivers license / State ID. Utility Bill or proof of Utility Deposit Deed to Home / Escrow Papers / Lease Agreement.

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MAKING THE DIFFERENCE IN HARBOR COUNTRY Scratch just beneath the surface, and you will find local Realtors who love their communities and who are diligently working to make it a better place to live, work and play for all of us throughout our region. Many of you may think that all Realtors do is list and sell properties, well please look again!

“Being engaged in the communities that we serve and working to improve them, is a major focus of our members”, stated Alan Jeffries, Association Executive of the Southwestern Michigan Association of Realtors (SWMAR), which encompasses four-counties: Berrien, Cass, Van Buren and a portion of Allegan County. According to Jeffries, “our Realtors and affiliate members are tasked to reaching out to our communities, to improve our neighborhoods and to give back at all levels. This is important because this is our brand, it is our vision, it is what we do because Realtors do make the difference right here in Michigan’s Great Southwest!”

The Southwestern Michigan Association of Realtors has various committees dedicated to the mission of giving back and making the difference right here in Southwest Michigan. For example, the Public Relations committee is comprised of 20 volunteer members and their sole focus is to improve the quality of life for individuals that live, work and play in the communities through various funding raising events, placemaking grants, foster care charities, annual beach cleanups, and even lending a hand to our veteran homeowners with maintaining their homes.

Did you know, just in Harbor Country area alone, the members of the Southwestern Michigan Association of Realtors were key

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SWMAR also provided grants for improvements at Chikaming Open Lands, Jens Jensen and Turtle Creek preserves, as well as the bike trail at the Chikaming Township Park.

During 2019, 11 placemaking grants will be chosen and completed within our communities by SWMAR. Over the past 7-years the Ronald McDonald house has received over $70,000 from Associate Broker Kurt Hauseman through his annual Hausefest event in October at the Acorn Theater in Three Oaks. Also, the Michiana Humane Society has benefited with donations of over $170,000 in the past 9-years from Associate Broker Will Schauble through his annual fundraising event held at his personal home in New Buffalo.

Associate Broker George Lucas, also from the Harbor Country market, was honored by Realtor Magazine as a national finalist for his work in strategic planning and leadership as the President of Chikaming Open Lands, resulting in

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In 2016, the SWMAR Realtor community was recognized for their strong level of support and partnership with local land trust Chikaming Open Lands in a feature article in ‘Saving Land Magazine’, the national magazine for the Land Trust Alliance.

SWMAR founded a non-profit foundation in 2014 that is known as the “REAL Help Foundation” that is driven by volunteers throughout the real estate industry. The REAL Help Foundation’s sole purpose is providing financial assistance to residents. When tragedy strikes our neighbor’s, Realtors do make the difference! Year-to-date the foundation has provided $67,000 in financial assistance to 22 families in the board’s four-county area.

“Suitcases for Kids” has been the charity of choice since 2006 for SWMAR and has raised over $52,000 in funds plus materials for protective social services. Suitcases for Kids is a charity that benefits children whom are placed in foster care, many times without time to have their personal

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Realtors are also a strong voice of advocacy for homeownership rights at the federal, state and local government levels. Our professional members lobby on behalf of issues regarding home ownership, property rights, land usage, the creation of a tax-free first-time home buyers savings accounts, and other legislation that influences your real estate investments.

In addition to community service, our members are champions for homeowner platforms - because Realtors are also your neighbors! You probably know many of them from their leadership on school boards, local government or perhaps through their coaching of your children.

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The vision is clear. The results are real. Realtors Do Make The Difference right here in Harbor Country and through our region.

Our members are honored to serve the real estate needs of our neighbors, friends, families, and visitors by making the difference right here at home.

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SOUTH SHORE LINE EXPANDS KIDS RIDE FREE PROGRAM FOR AFFORDABLE SPRING BREAK

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ith spring break right around the corner, the South Shore Line (SSL) is expanding its Kids Ride Free program from March 23 through April 6.

SSL has selected this promotional time frame to cover an average portion of scheduled spring breaks across the four-county area.

The Kids Ride Free Program allows up to three children 13 years of age and under to ride free with a paying adult on off-peak and weekend trains.

However, in an effort to help families enjoy spring break, the program will be available on all trains during the promotion.

“Spring break doesn’t have to mean traveling far from home. Our goal is to make travel more affordable and see more families taking advantage of this family-friendly offer. There are so many exciting places, events, and attractions to explore along the SSL. We hope that families create great memories right here in Northwest Indiana, Chicago and South Bend,” said Nicole Barker, director of Capital Investment and Implementation.

To make your spring break planning easy, visit mysouthshoreline.com for a list of great spring break play-cation adventures throughout South Bend, Northwest Indiana and Chicago.

This spring break promotion is part of the SSL’s ongoing efforts to provide affordable and convenient transportation to and from communities throughout North Central and Northwest Indiana and Chicago.

For more information on train schedules, discounts and to plan a spring break trip, visit mysouthshoreline.comor download the SSL app (available for iPhone and Android). — STAFF REPORTS

Indian survival tips topic for Harbor Country Hikers hike

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orgotten skills used by the Indians generations ago to survive Michigan winters will be imagined by the Harbor Country Hikers as they hike through the same forests at Warren Dunes State Park in Bridgman at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 30.

The two-hour, two-mile hike will be of moderate difficulty with a good chance of dunes along the way. A brief presentation will be given by Harbor Country Hikers Vice President Stacey LaRocco and President Pat Fisher.

Warren Dunes is one of Michigan’s busiest parks with an average of more than 1 million visitors per year.

The route will be chosen depending on the weather from the park’s six miles of hiking trails through its 1,952 acres and three miles of Lake

Michigan shoreline.

From the main entrance on Red Arrow Highway, take the first right after the gate. Cars without a Michigan Recreation Passport license plate are required to visit the Pass Kiosk in the round-a-bout left of the gate. Those with a pass are encouraged to share a ride.

Harbor Country Hikers is a 501c3 organization formed as a recreation and learning resource to complement the area’s parks and preserves.

Although membership is encouraged, the events are open to all and children are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Membership is $20 for individuals or $30 for families. For further information about HCH or to request a membership form, visit harborcountryhikers.com. — STAFF REPORTS

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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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AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 Reconnect with yourself and open up to sharing your talents and gifts with people.

This is the time to embrace what distinguishes you from others and embrace it as a gift rather than something you need to keep hidden.

Harness your power and use it to further your financial standings.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 This is a great week to get more involved in your relationships. Whether you get engaged or just take that next step towards exclusivity, be sure to be very clear about where you want the relationship to end up or what goals you would like to accomplish together. Share your hopes and dreams.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20 A lot is shifting for Taurus and the things you identify with or feel are important to your life may undergo some revisions. It’s important to be flexible and open, and release attachments to physical items. Some of your fundamental likes and dislikes will be modified. Be prepared to change.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 You may be a bit stubborn or bull headed this week and will not want to bend on issues surrounding the home or family, but it’s time to embrace a new approach to domestic issues. Tough habits and long-standing routines may be hard to break but you can forge a new and more efficient path now.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 This is a good week to go inward and get in touch with your goals and desires.

Any modifications you can make that will align your inner desires with your career will increase your productivity and relationships with coworkers. The real happiness happens when you’re true to yourself.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 This is a good week to reconnect with family and deepen emotional connections with them. It’s important you stay true to your uniqueness and are open with others about your feelings and opinions. By being honest about your observations you will maintain your individuality.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 Even though work and household obligations are beckoning, you will be feeling the need to explore or get away from rigid routines this week. Make a commitment with yourself to be with friends and get out more, or get together to discuss unusual topics or study historical happenings.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 Things could get very dramatic now and you could be part of the mix of craziness but there is real value in the things you are saying or doing. By being more direct or confrontational you will definitely rock the boat, but you will also clear the air and get everything out in the open.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 Your perceptions and gut instincts will be very accurate and even though you will be feeling very secretive, there is a need to be more forthcoming with others. Take the initiative to balance the power dimensions in your dealings with others. Take more control and avoid being passive.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 You will feel much more at ease with your living situation or familial surroundings now. It’s like you finally found where you fit into the picture or where to draw the boundaries for a more comfortable experience when dealing with family. Any issues with siblings can be healed.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 You will be bringing a lot out into the open now and exposing others to the truth, which may not be very comfortable for them but necessary for the changes that are coming in. You will have a strong ability to pinpoint where weaknesses are and what can be done to strengthen or modify them.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 The situation this week will not only bring you more confidence and security but will also make you more sensitive and aware of the effect you have on others. There may be some things about yourself you were not aware of or were in denial about but you will feel strengthened by it.

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EVERY MONDAY

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

Teacher is Marie Crist. $7 per class.

Contribute Collect Matthew Kirkus

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

All are welcome.

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.

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

KARAOKE NIGHT 7-11PM. Dooley’s Lake House Pub. 310 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo. 269-469-2247. www.dooleyslakehouse.com.

Kids and adults are welcome!

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.

EVERY 2ND & 3RD SATURDAY NEW TROY FLEA MARKET 9AM-3PM. New Troy Community Center.

13372 California Rd. New Troy.

Admission is free.

FRIDAY, MARCH 22

MARDI GRAS CHILI COOK-OFF & RAFFLE 6:30-8:30PM. New Buffalo Elementary School. 12291 Lubke Rd. New Buffalo.

Presented by the New Buffalo Elementary School PTO. Admission is $5 and will include chili tasting and a hot dog dinner with drinks and a cookie. There will also be kids activities. Items and gifts will be raffled off.

FUN FAIR 7-9PM. Sawyer Highlands Church.

13100 Red Arrow Hwy. Sawyer.

Sponsored by Sawyer Highlands Church and Converge Community Church. The event will feature games, food and prizes for children of all ages.

IN THE VALLEY BELOW WITH OPENER FRAGILE SOUL 8PM. Acorn Theater. 107 Generation Dr. Three Oaks. www.acornlive.org.

The Grand Rapids, Michigan-based duo, In the Valley Below, are coming to the Acorn.

General Seating tickets are $25.

SATURDAY, MARCH 23

FUNDRAISER FOR NEW BUFFALO’S COMMUNITY BLOSSOMTIME FLOAT 5-8PM. Converge Community Church.

601 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo.

Food for authentic Mexican dinner plates will be prepared by Angelica Perez and donated

by Jackie’s Cafe. Pre-sale tickets can be purchased from 2019 Miss New Buffalo Court members or Tracy Tanksley at 269-470-9772.

Tickets are $10 each.

SUNDAY, MARCH 24

FROM RAGTIME TO ROCK ‘N ROLL 2PM. Acorn Theater.

The event will feature a mixture of original music and Dr. Larry Schanker’s eclectic arrangements of pop and jazz tunes and some ragtime rock ‘n roll. General Seating tickets are $25.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, MARCH 29-31

GRAND OPENING: TWISTED FROZEN YOGURT & TREATS NOON-9PM. Twisted Frozen Yogurt & Treats.

122 N Whittaker St. New Buffalo.

Owners Lisa Gawron and Jessica Conrad invite guests to check out the new store as well as enter into a raffle and win prizes.

SATURDAY, MARCH 30

WAKE UP THE GARDENS 10AM-2PM CDT. Friendship Botanic Gardens. 2055 E US HWY 12.

Michigan City.

Volunteers are being sought to clean up the gardens for the 2019 season.

Refreshments will be served. To RSVP, info@ friendshipgardens.org or 219-878-9885.

MONDAY, APRIL 1

CHEF NIGHT: PIEROGIES WITH MILDA 6PM. Elsie Earl Studios. 200 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo.

Milda of Milda’s Corner Market will prep pierogies using traditional Lithuanian fillings.

A demonstration and tasting will take place.

Cost is $20 per person and $40 per couple.

All proceeds will benefit the Friends of the New Buffalo Library. Sign up at the library front desk, call 269-469-2933 or email nbtlcreate@gmail.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 13

NEW BUFFALO SAVINGS BANK ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT 2PM. Harbert Community Park.

13535 Red Arrow Hwy. Harbert.

Participants should bring their own Easter basket for egg-gathering and be prepared to take a picture with the Easter Bunny.

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