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DDA makes North Whittaker Street site plan recommendation PAGE 4

Dredging to commence this week, dunewalk rebuilding planned PAGE 5

Fallen troopers honored with Red Arrow signs PAGE 9

New Buffalo Farmers Market open for the season PAGE 10

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Jade graduated from New Buffalo High School in 2014. She threw the javelin 47.68 meters, which qualified her for national championships and made her one of the top 24 female throwers in the nation.

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ACCIDENT CLAIMS LIFE ON US 20

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n the morning of Tuesday, May 30, at approximately 5 a.m., a South Bend, Indiana, man was killed near 300 East on U.S. 20.

Police reported that 54-yearold Paul Bokowski was traveling westbound on U.S. 20 when his blue Dodge Avenger crossed over the center line and into oncoming traffic. A Ford F-150 pickup truck, which was driven by 51-year-old off-duty Pokagon Tribal Police Officer Joel Lewis, was heading eastbound. He attempted to avoid the car; however, the two vehicles hit head on.

Lewis was treated for chest pains following the collision.

Emergency crews pronounced Borkowski dead at the scene.

Both drivers tested negative for alcohol. The accident remains under investigation. — LINDA

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STABBING IN NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP

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42-year-old woman has been hospitalized following a stabbing incident in New Buffalo Township Sunday, June 4.

Police report that a 20-year-old woman stabbed her roommate with a knife during an argument just after 7 p.m. The attack took place in the 12000 block of Wilson Road. The victim was transported to St. Anthony’s Hospital in Michigan City, Indiana, with non-life threatening wounds.

The suspect’s name has been withheld pending her arraignment Monday, June 5.

She is facing a charge of assault with a dangerous weapon. The suspect’s name will be released after her arraignment; however, this may not be prior to press time. — LINDA HENDERSON

DDA makes North Whittaker Street site plan recommendation

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embers of New Buffalo’s Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Board of Directors reacted positively to a site plan for the future of downtown New Buffalo at a Special Meeting Thursday, May 25.

As explained by Mike Morphey, Senior Project Engineer and Project Manager for Abonmarche, the engineering firm for the North Whittaker Street Redevelopment Project, discussions have taken place with city staff as well as the police and fire departments and individual stakeholders to try and address any issues with regards to the plan. In addition, members of the DDA’s design/visual impact subcommittee have been meeting for the last few months to discuss and make decisions with regards to the plan.

So far, Morphey said responses have been positive from all groups.

“We’ve reached a point where we have a site plan that works for everyone,” he said.

The plan is part of the Redevelopment Project’s Phase Two, which is scheduled to commence after Labor Day and includes the redesign of North Whittaker Street (from Buffalo to Mechanic streets). Phase One, which involved the reconstruction of Barton and Mechanic streets, has just been completed.

Problems that Morphey said they’ve tried to address within the site plan have been to minimize exposed aggregate areas and increase planting green areas. Included in the site plan was the introduction of a couple spots for rain gardens, which would help contain water in those locations. Morphey said the rain gardens would resemble a planter. Other changes, Morphey said, have included incorporating a small ramp at Rosie’s Restaurant.

At last month’s meeting, Board members discussed a possible one-way on Merchant Street. The one-way would last for one block before resuming its current use of four-way stops on its corners. One-way traffic on Merchant Street would diverge away from North Whittaker Street in both directions As explained by DDA Chairman Robert Kemper at a previous meeting, the one-way would help protect the landscaping done by the business owners on West Merchant Street, a six to eight-foot sidewalk on the north side of West Merchant Street and also allow for some parking on the street. The current configuration on West Merchant Street is angle parking on the north side and parallel parking on the south. Morphey said that they’ve since talked with stakeholders as well as City staff, and that most are accepting of the one-way. He added that they’ve also discussed it with the fire and police departments, who foresaw no safety issues with the proposal.

Maria Campbell, who owns Brewster’s Italian Café located on West Merchant Street, did note that some of the landscaping included in the site plan may potentially cover up her sign for the restaurant. She said that, should the plan be approved, she was requesting that she gain the DDA’s support in allowing the City to let her “modify” the sign, such as by making it bigger. She also requested that she receive additional signage indicating that Brewster’s parking lot isn’t a City lot, as some visitors believed. Campbell said she was concerned about this especially in light of the proposed one-way.

Parking continued to be a concern for New Buffalo residents. Morphey confirmed that, with Phase One, Barton and Mechanic streets would be getting a net increase of 68 spaces from what was on those streets before the project started. He added that there would be a loss of 34 spaces within the project limits during Phase Two. Overall, there would be a net gain of 34 spaces for the whole project, although Morphey said those numbers would be “tweaked here and there.”

At the end of the presentation, DDA members approved making a formal recommendation to the Planning Commission and the City Council to approve the site plan.

Morphey reminded board members that the site design for North Whittaker Street needs to be approved by early June, so that it can be put out for bidding by June or July and open bids can be accepted by Aug. 8. Approval would be sought for just the site plan review, as street furnishings, lamp poles and other amenities would be decided upon later in work sessions.

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Township purchases approved at Special Meeting The New Buffalo Township Board approved seven items, with a unanimous vote on each matter, at a special meeting on the morning of Thursday, June 1.

A quote for lawn repair to a sink hole in Memorial Park was approved, with Burkholder Excavating repairing the damage for a price of $3,500.

Board members authorized $13,430 for a high speed tabulator and a cart for the election judges.

Clerk Judy Zabicki stated that the high speed tabulator would save many hours in processing ballots, allowing judges to finish counting the ballots and leave the polls at 10 p.m. instead of 2 a.m. in the morning following an election. She said that the cost may be covered by the state grant that’s supplying new election equipment; however, if not, the Township Board voted to approve the purchase.

The purchase of five picnic tables for Glassman Park in the amount of $5,414.60 and two concrete picnic tables for the Township Hall patio in the amount of $2,449.21 was approved, as well as four Mission System Controls for the Township sewer lift stations in the amount of $10,800. All of the Township lift stations will have the new controls, in compliance with the Galien River Sanitary District (GRSD) requirement. Ninety percent of the cost will be reimbursed by the SAW grant (Storm water, Asset Management and Wastewater grant); however, the Township must purchase them and submit the invoice for reimbursement.

Board members approved one floating holiday for full time Township employees. The floating holiday is to be added to the holiday schedule to be used for July 3, 2017, as a paid holiday for full time employees. This is a one-time holiday approval.

All of the approved purchases will be funded from the Local Revenue Sharing Board (LRSB) Discretionary Account.

The hiring of Anna Bardusk as a seasonal park department employee, pending a physical, was approved. Bardusk will fill one of three seasonal positions. The Board previously approved hiring Sara Ball to fill the third slot; however, she accepted a position with the City of New Buffalo Parks Department.

Budget amendments for the 20162017 budget were approved.

The next regular meeting of the New Buffalo Township Board is Monday, June 19, at 7 p.m. at Township Hall. — LINDA HENDERSON

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Dredging to commence this week

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DUNEWALK REBUILDING PLANNED LINDA HENDERSON IN NEW BUFFALO

t their Thursday, June 1, meeting, the New Buffalo Harbor Commission learned that the dredging operation will begin this week in the New Buffalo federal channel and offshore.

White Lake Dock and Dredge, Inc. barges, tug boats and crews arrived over the Memorial Day holiday weekend; however, all of the necessary equipment was not on hand. The missing equipment was being shipped to the site, with the dredging beginning the first of the week. The operation will include dredging an area outside of the mouth of the harbor, the harbor entrance and the federal channel. The dredging will take seven good weather days to remove an estimated 6,900 cubic yards of spoils (sand), which will be placed on the beaches south of the harbor to provide much needed beach nourishment.

The USACE recommends that the harbor mouth be 10 feet in depth and the channel be eight feet deep. Currently, there are areas that are more shallow than recommended, especially near the port, or returning, side of the harbor entrance, and shoaling has been reported outside of the harbor mouth.

White Lake Dock and Dredge, Inc. of Montague, Michigan, bid $165,150, the lowest bid for the project. Earlier this year, the Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) provided the City with an estimate for the dredging costs at $250,000. The bidding process and the engineering oversight is being managed for the City by Wightman and Associates of Benton Harbor, Michigan.

The 2017 dredging will be paid for with the Emergency Dredging Fund (EDF), which a special volunteer contribution fund set aside for dredging. In past years, dredging in the New Buffalo federal channel has been accomplished from funds set aside in the City’s EDF, from Pokagon Fund grants and from Hurricane Sandy Recovery Funds. Since 1999, there has been no money allocated or available from the Federal Government (U.S. Army Corp of Engineers) for small draft recreational harbor maintenance, which is the designation for New Buffalo’s federal channel.

Chair Nancy Smith reported that after an initial payment of $5,500 to Whightman and Associates for sediment testing, design and bid administration, the balance in the EDF is $407,225.53. Nine harbor entities contribute

annually to the EDF: Dunewood Condominium Association, Harbor Point Shores and Harbor Landings Condo Associations, Lake Michigan Yacht Club, Oselka Marina, Pleasure Isle Marina, South Cove Condo Association, The Moorings Condo Association and The Peninsula Home Owners Association and the City of New Buffalo.

In other business, Park and Street Supervisor Tony Ashbaugh told the Board that bids for the repair of the William Deputy Dunewalk at the beach have been received, with the lowest and only bidder being Oatsvall Construction of Galien, Michigan. In previous years, Oatsvall has rebuilt the first two sections of the dunewalk’s walkway.

Once City Council approves the contract, the rebuilding is expected to take place in late June or or early July. Plans call for Oatsvall to rebuild a total of 44 feet of the dunewalk, including four steps, a landing and handrails.

The City will contribute $15,000 from the City Parks millage fund to the $7,500 grant awarded by the Berrien Community Foundation from the William Deputy Fund. Through grants, the foundation has awarded the City more than $32,500 during the past three years to help with the restoration and reconstruction of the popular dunewalk. Being more than 40 years old, the dunewalk has long needed upgrading and replacement; however, the total cost was prohibitive for the City to complete in one project. As a result, the project is being done in manageable sections.

Last September, a bronze plaque was installed on the walkway dedicating the dunewalk in memory of philanthropist and friend, William (Bill) Deputy. Deputy, who passed away in 2008, was a longtime advocate for the lakefront and for safe boating in Harbor Country. He served as a Harbor Commissioner, an early Port Authority member and Commodore of the New Buffalo Yacht Club.

In other business, Ashbaugh reported that Transient Marina bathrooms have been repainted for the season, and the sidewalks and picnic tables are scheduled to be power washed. He said he is waiting to receive quotes to upgrade the power supplies for the larger slips near the pump station, an upgrade which the Harbor Commission had recommended to the Council.

The next meeting of the Harbor Commission is Thursday, July 6, at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.

CITY AUTHORIZES RESIDENTIAL DEMOLITION

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he New Buffalo City Council held a special meeting Monday, June 5, to determine the fate of a home located at 106 West Washington Street.

Councilmembers heard from City Manager Dave Richards that the home had been foreclosed on by the Berrien County Treasurer for non-payment of real estate taxes for over a three-year period. The City had an option to acquire the property, which included a dwelling, a garage and an adjacent vacant lot, or they could authorize the county to demolish both structures and then sell the property at the county tax sale.

City Building Inspector Ed Carpenter and Richards advised them to approve the demolition. The City had a Tuesday, June 6, deadline to file their response to the county.

The four councilmembers present, Mayor Lou O’Donnell, Bobby Spirito, Mark Robertson and Liz Ennis, voted unanimously to authorize the demolition of the abandoned parcels; Mark Kroll was excused.

The demolition will be paid for from the county foreclosure funds. The demolition cost will be added to the minimum accepted bid price for the property.

— LINDA HENDERSON

THREE OAKS LIBRARY ANNOUNCES SUMMER HOURS

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ecently, the Three Oaks Township Public Library Board announced its new 2017 summer hours.

According to the Board, the Library is now open at 10 a.m. from Monday through Saturday. Official summer library hours are: Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The library will remain closed Sundays. — STAFF REPORTS

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PARKING LOTS TO BE PAVED; N. WHITTAKER PHASE I – BARTON & MECHANIC ST.; WEEK FOURTEEN WORK CONTINUES

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he Whittaker Street Phase 1 project is nearing completion with all of the streets, N. Barton and East and West Mechanic opened to traffic and parking over the Memorial Day weekend.

The week of May 31 crews completed concrete sidewalk and curb work on N. Barton and W. Mechanic Street.

The week of June 5 the East Mechanic parking areas and the N. Barton Street parking lot are scheduled for paving, weather permitting.

Restoration, landscaping and punch list work continues to be completed.

The North Whittaker Street Redevelopment Phase I is the beginning of a $4 million investment project in New Buffalo’s downtown; planning for the project has been overseen by the City staff, the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and Abonmarche and Associates.

Planning for the redevelopment has been underway for the past 14 years.

This project was made possible, in part, due to a generous $1.6 million grant from The Pokagon Fund. Phase 1 of the project was substantially completed

by May 23, 2017, as planned.

Phase I began construction on Monday, February 27, 2017.

— LINDA HENDERSON

New mountain bike trail celebrated at Chikaming Township Park and Preserve

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

evoted cyclists welcomed Harbor Country’s Heirman said did an “unbelievable job” laying out the trails premiere mountain bike trail at Chikaming Park in the preserve, as well as Chris Thompson, former Park and Preserve Saturday, June 3.

Board member and Chikaming Open Lands (COL) Executive In honor of the completion of the trail’s first Director who passed away a year ago that day. One of the 1.5-mile loop, the small crowd of residents (as park’s trails that Thompson was known to frequent was well as a few dogs) and Chikaming Township Board and dedicated in his honor, the Park Board officials gathered Overlook Trail. The Southwest at the entrance to the park for Michigan Association of Realtors a special ribbon-cutting. Later, was also given special thanks, a red oak tree was planted in as Heirman said they awarded the park by Christian Siewert, them a $1500 grant for bike trail owner of C & A Arborists, which signage. Vivian’s Café in Harbert, was followed by a walk through Michigan, and Whistle Stop in the preserve’s prairie trails and Union Pier, Michigan, were also woods led by Harbor Country thanked for providing food and Hikers President Pat Fisher coffee to volunteers, and Sawyer and Indiana Dunes National Hardware and Lumber and C Lakeshore Burn Specialist Buffy & A Arborists were credited for Cutting the ribbon for Chikaming’s mountain bike trail Dunham. donating bridge material. In Park Board Chairman EnRico addition, Schrader said that the Hierman thanked all those who Northern Indiana Mountain Bike put in volunteer hours to make Association (NIMBA) donated the creation of the trail possible. four trail tools and loaned them According to Kirk Schrader, who some other tools for the trail. first had the idea for the trail, the Heirman also gave a special entire effort was completely run thanks to the “foresight” of by volunteers. Currently, he said people who have served on that they’ve put in 312 volunteer boards in the past for making the hours. creation of the park and preserve, Heirman said that it was where the mountain bike trail Schrader who first approached is located, possible. The park Christian Siewart gives a tree planting presentation the Park Board with regards to officially opened in November a possible trail. The trail was 2002. More than 250 area approved by the Chikaming residents made donations toward Township Park Board last the purchase of the 266-acre December. Also instrumental in park, which is located on Warren the trail’s creation were Outpost Woods Road near Interstate 94.

Sports owner JV Peacock, The Michigan National Resources who put together a group pf Trust Fund came up with 76 volunteers, and Bruce Jones, who percent of the cost, and COL helped create the Andrews Trails also helped raise the funds. In located near Andrews University 2002, the land was valued by the in Berrien Springs, Michigan. Up state at about $2,050,000, and until now, the Andrews Trails the owner of the land had made Pat Fisher (center) leads the hike were the only place for mountain a land donation of $350,000. biking in the area.

Roughly around $50,000 worth Heirman thanked Schrader for of taxpayer money was spent for the piece of property. all the energy he put into the project, calling him the “engine Once the official ribbon was cut, residents hopped on their that could.” bikes and got ready to make the first tracks on the new trail.

“He’s an unsung hero,” he said.

“I don’t know what more to say than trail on,” said Other people who were thanked included Fisher, who Schrader.

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And there's good reason for that - because it is strange. The owner's strange, the shop's strange. But there's good strange and there's bad strange; this is all good strange.

After adoring it for 12 years, Jackie Tito finally acquired a vintage gas station last year for her new little shop.

She has managed to fill it to capacity with what she likes to call adorable, hand-painted “rubbish.” (Of course, it's much more than that.) Tito has this unique capability for turning the most unexpected object (or junk) into a brightly painted object d' art. She is brilliant at capturing the discarded and uncared for objects and making them into objects of delight.

Kate Tito Tito makes no apologies for being “whimsical.” She is the Picasso of whimsy, and patrons need only visit her studio once to be convinced of this. Whether they're looking for a shower, birthday or anniversary gift, she's got what “puts the frosting on the cake” for gift-giving. Price points range from $15 and up.

The official ribbon-cutting for The Pink Lemon Studio was held Friday, May 19, with the Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce officiating. Homemade pastries, pink frosted cookies, cupcakes and plain or spiked pink lemonade were served along with the iconic Garret's blend of popcorn from Chicago.

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Land acquisition calls for a “Party On the Preserve”

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ew Buffalo residents gathered on Lubke Road in New Buffalo Township, as well as in the back gazebo of New Buffalo Elementary School, to celebrate what Chikaming Open Lands (COL) Executive Director Ryan Postema called a “community effort” during their Party On the Preserve event Saturday, June 3.

Residents were celebrating the dedication of Turtle Creek Preserve, COL’s newest land acquisition. Located on 12 acres of woodland adjacent to the elementary school, the property is COL’s 11th nature preserve.

Standing by the sign at the entrance of the preserve, COL Executive Director Ryan Postema first gave thanks to Chris Thompson, former COL Executive Director, who passed away a year ago that day. According to Postema, they had started the process to acquire the property right before he passed away.

He added that Thompson was driven to protect its wild life habitat and the natural area, opening it COL Executive Driector Ryan Postema up so that the community introduces the preserve could enjoy it. Seeing as how it’s located right by the elementary school, Thompson particularly wanted to open the property to area students for COL’s Mighty Acorns program, which Postema said they planned on implementing at the school in the fall.

“He was really excited about this property,” Postema said.

Jaime and Ellen Frankle unveil the sign bearing the name Postema thanked Ellen of the late Larry Frankle by the preserve’s entrance Frankle, the landowner of the property, who offered COL the property at a price that was “far below the market value.”

“The property met all the criteria we have for community conservation efforts as a nature preserve,” he said.

The preserve is dedicated to Ellen’s late husband, Larry. Ellen’s daughter, Jaime Frankle, said that their family had “been involved” with the property with a variety of partners for almost 30 years. She added that her father, Larry, enjoyed basking in the natural beauty of Harbor Country, whether he was at the beach or on the golf course.

Jaime said her father would’ve been especially pleased at the opportunity for elementary students to utilize the preserve, as he continued to give donations to NBES long after she moved on to middle school.

“I know he’d be happy and proud that Turtle Creek would be open to all, especially to students of New Buffalo for outdoor education,” she said.

Postema said the land acquisition was especially made possible through the efforts of community members, who came together in just five months to raise nearly $60,000. Also making the acquisition possible were The Pokagon Fund and a variety of donors, as COL used funds previously raised for land acquisitions from a combination of The Fund and more than 45 donors, which included several area business owners, for the remainder of the purchase price. In addition, Postema also gave thanks to The Turtle Creek Homeowners Association for their support.

Later in the summer, Postema said they planned on doing more “stewardship,” and will be installing educational signs and trail markers throughout the preserve.

The preserve features a hardwood forest, seasonal wetlands and Turtle Creek.

The creek runs through the preserve and connects with Lighthouse Creek, which eventually empties into Lake Michigan. Plans are in the works to build a trail network suitable for hiking, birdwatching, snowshoeing or cross-country skiing.

Residents got their first, up close view of the preserve during a nature hike led

by Pat Fisher, president of the newly formed Harbor Country Hikers, as well as enjoyed appetizers provided by David’s Deli in New Buffalo in the elementary school’s gazebo.

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errien County and Township officials, along with law enforcement officers from Southwest Michigan communities, gathered Friday, June 2, as county Road Commission crews installed two signs on Red Arrow Highway honoring fallen Michigan State Troopers Gary Rampy and Charles Stark, who were killed by a gunman Dec. 31, 1971.

The signs were installed near the intersection of U.S. 12 and Red Arrow Highway in New Buffalo Township and in Union Pier, west of the flashing light. County Commissioner Ezra Scott (District 9) spearheaded the campaign to remember the officers who gave their lives in the line of duty. A two-and-a-half-mile stretch of Red Arrow Highway, which was where the tragic incident occurred, has been dedicated in their memory.

“I felt it was important to honor them. I knew both of them. They worked out of the New Buffalo State Police Post and they were really, really nice guys. It was something that needed to be done. Since I am a County commissioner, I was able to do that, with the approval of the County Board and the Road Commission,” Scott said.

While this is the first county road to be dedicated to a law enforcement officer, the state has dedicated a number of roadways to officers who gave their lives in the line of duty.

The Jan. 6, 1972 edition of the New Buffalo Times reported on the incident, stating, “What promised to be a happy new year for two exemplary young families in these communities turned into stark tragedy early last Friday, Dec. 31, when the head of each household was killed by a wanton slayer.”

At the time of the shooting, 27-year-old Rampy lived in Grand Beach, Indiana.

He left behind a wife, two children and immediate family members. Trooper Stark of Lakeside was 32 years old and left behind a wife and two children, along with many family members. Both troopers were shot to death following what was thought to be a routine traffic stop on Red Arrow Highway north of the intersection of Lake Shore Road. The armed shooter, 26-year-old Johnnie William Croxton, was killed after an early morning chase by fellow troopers Robert DenHouten and David Hettinga, who responded to the shooting scene.

A passenger in the vehicle, 39-year-old Dorothy Pearl Broz of Detroit, was later found not guilty of being part of the shooting deaths.

The Berrien County Commissioners will hold their monthly meeting Thursday, July 13, at New Buffalo Township Hall, where duplicate memorial signs will be presented to 10 family members of the officers and a portion of the highway will be formally dedicated to Rampy and Stark.

Red Arrow Highway will remain named after the 1917 World War I National Guard units from Michigan and Wisconsin, who fought side-by-side on the battlefields of France in the 32nd Division during the “War to End All Wars.” The insignia of the 32nd Division was the Red Arrow, which they carried into battle.

Present for the sign installation were Berrien County Road Commissioner August Zielke, Scott, New Buffalo Township Supervisor Michelle Heit and New Buffalo Township Clerk Judy Zabicki. Representing area laws enforcement agencies were Michigan State Trooper Mindy Logan, New Buffalo Township/ Berrien County Sheriff Deputy Jason Haskins, New Buffalo City Police Chief Larry Pitchford, Chikaming Police Chief Todd Taylor and Michiana Police Chief Ryan Layman.

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ood, crafts and a little bit of history were sprinkled throughout the first New Buffalo Farmers Market of the season, which took place the evening of Thursday, June 1.

Local businesses and artisans stood behind the booths that lined East Merchant Street, part of Thompson Street and the New Buffalo Savings Bank parking lot, touting their handmade jewelry, handbags, rustic décor, soaps and other creations as well as their homemade honey, pies, seafood, cheeses and other cuisine. According to New Buffalo Business Association Executive Director Cathi Rogers, the market currently has 62 vendors; however, it’s expected to grow to about 75 vendors by mid-summer.

“I’m very pleased,” she said, adding that they have some “great vendors” this year.

As was requested by marketgoers last summer, Rogers added that there’s been an increase in food vendors this year. Also new this year is free popcorn made fresh in an 1893 Steam Popcorn Wagon from Hesston Steam Museum in LaPorte, Indiana. Built by inventors C. Cretors & Company, Hesston General Manager Ted Rita said it’s the oldest popcorn wagon known to exist. Rogers said that Rita will try to be at the market as many weeks as possible, handing out the popular buttery treat for visitors to enjoy as they browse the booths.

Those who were early birds on the opening day of the market received a special gift, as Rogers Amy Schilla stands beside Hesston Steam Museum General Manager Ted Rita serves popcorn from the said they distributed market some of her rustic decor Musuem’s 1893 steam popcorn wagon bags sponsored by the Harbor Grand and Marina Grand Resort, both in New Buffalo, to the first 150 people to stop by the NBBA information booth on the corner of Whittaker and Merchant streets. In July, bags will be sponsored by the newly launched New Buffalo Explored, with New Buffalo Bill’s being the designated sponsor for August.

Visitors and residents can stop by the New Buffalo Farmers Market in downtown New Buffalo every Thursday from 4 p.m. to 8 Vida Klucko of Art and Science Works dips her brush in paint while Dalia Zygas (right) looks on Matthew Bailey provided the entertainment p.m. until Sept. 7.

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ome out for a homemade spaghetti dinner with all the fixins’ and support the newly formed New Buffalo Traveling Basketball Team Wednesday, June 14.

Hosted by the New Buffalo Yacht Club, the dinner will be open to the public.

While dining in the harbor-side club, you will have a chance to meet with and talk to the young boys and girls playing for the local team, which was formed this year. The teams are made up of seventh and eighth grade students. The boy’s team is coached by Nat Tripp and the girl’s team is coached by Wayne Butler, Sr. and Jessica Conrad. The teams are comprised of players who are dedicated to the game and to teamwork. The teams travel across the state and into Indiana from October through June, often leaving home at 6 a.m.

In addition to playing basketball, the team members enjoy a variety of social activities and events throughout the year.

The dinner is being held to help the 501 (C) 3 organization raise capital for a shooting coach and for team camp in June.

Heather (Lijewski) Black said anyone who would like to donate to the organization or sponsor the monthly fee for a player can contact her and that donations are “always welcome.”

“This is a group of kids who are choosing to do the right thing, because it’s the right thing to do. They are making the right decisions, making good grades and behaving in positive ways in school and learning team building skills,” she added.

The team fundraiser dinner is being offered from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. for $12 per person and includes a salad, spaghetti and garlic bread. Soft and hard drinks will be available for purchase.

The NBYC is located at 500 West Water Street in New Buffalo. — LINDA HENDERSON

BLESSING IN A BACKPACK FOOD DRIVE NEXT WEEKEND

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o prepare for next school year, Water’s Edge United Methodist Church will be holding a food drive at Barney’s Market in New Buffalo Friday, June 16, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday, June 17, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. to collect food to be distributed through the Blessings in a Backpack program at New Buffalo Elementary School.

In September, Water’s Edge will begin the seventh year of Blessings in a Backpack at New Buffalo Elementary School. Currently, the program provides food for the weekends during the school year for 51 children.

Blessings in a Backpack provides food for elementary children across America who may otherwise have little or no food to eat on the weekends during the school year. The food included in the backpack is intended to supplement what is available to them at home. Blessings in a Backpack helps provide food for more than 92,000 children in 1,064 schools in 47 states with the help of many, many volunteers and generous donations. Better test scores, improved reading skills, positive behavior, improved health and increased attendance have all been attributed to the success of this program nationwide.

Those who shop at Barney’s next weekend will be able to purchase a grocery bag filled with items for the backpacks for only $8.92, or purchase individual specific items. Monetary donations will be accepted. For those who would like to sponsor a child’s backpack for $100 for the next school year, donations will be accepted at the food drive. Interested sponsors can also contact Water’s Edge UMC at (269) 469-1250 to make a donation. — STAFF REPORTS

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he New Buffalo Lions Club will host their annual golf outing Wednesday, June 21, at Whittaker Woods Golf Course.

The outing begins at 8:30 a.m., with a four-man scramble, shotgun start.

Following golf, there will be a luncheon, with door prizes and awards for best flight winners, skins, closest to hole and longest putt.

Proceeds raised at the outing will stay in the Harbor Country community.

The outing is $75 per player. Pete Rahm, who’s chair of the event, said they are “asking local golfers to help support our community vision program.”

“The vision assistance program helps to provide eye exams and glass for Harbor Country residents that don’t qualify for The Pokagon Fund Vision Grant.

This year, we have already helped several individuals in the community. Without the Lions Club’s assistants, they would have been unable to afford glasses; with our assistance, they are able to continue to drive and continue to be employed,” he said.

For reservations and information, call Rahm at 219-61-0654. Whittaker Woods Golf Course is located at 12578 Wilson Road in New Buffalo.

— LINDA HENDERSON

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nother baseball legend passed away this week.

Love him or hate him, Jimmy Piersall was one of a kind, first as a ball player and later as a broadcaster. He began his playing career in Boston in 1950 and finished with the California Angels in 1967. Jimmy was a two time all-star and a two-time gold glove winner, but he was a whole lot more than that. He got into fights (most memorably with Billy Martin), he got suspended often and he yelled at the opposition, umpires, fans, and even teammates. He once got so frustrated at a game against the White Sox that when he caught the last out in center field, he turned around and fired the ball at the scoreboard.

During one of his suspensions, he was evaluated by a psychiatrist and was diagnosed to be bipolar. They made a movie about his life, Fear Strikes Out, and he attempted to distance himself from the movie because of the blame placed on his father. I may be wrong, but I believe I once heard him say he didn’t like the movie because he was portrayed by Tony Perkins, an actor who was not much of an athlete.

Jimmy’s most famous stunt happened when he hit his 100th homer. He desperately wanted attention for his feat, so he ran around the bases backwards.

Eventually, Piersall transitioned into broadcasting, and what a transition it was. Bill Veeck hired Piersall to team up with Harry Caray in 1977 and for the next five years, all hell broke out in the broadcast booth. Jimmy always, always said what was on his mind. Harry would goad him on and Jimmy would deliver. Was he fair? Occasionally.

Was he right? Sometimes. Was he fun to listen to? Always. Some people loved the honesty, while others believed the negativity coming out of the broadcast booth affected the team. When Jerry Reinsdorf purchased the team, they had plans to go to pay television. Caray wanted no part of that, so he moved to the north side. Piersall hung around doing various jobs for the new regime, but that ended rather quickly. Most famously, White Sox manager Tony LaRussa and a couple of his coaches drove out to the radio station and confronted Jimmy. The bad blood continued, and Piersall called La Russia “bush.”

Jimmy was fired on the second day of the 1983 season, and Reinsdorf said his biggest mistake was not firing Caray and Piersall before the first game of the 1981 season.

As one ages, it seems there is a constant stream of whom people you admired pass away. Friends, relatives, musicians, athletes, etc. Two other baseball players have passed on recently, and I came across each of them while researching this article. Jim Bunning once hit Piersall with a pitch and Piersall charged the mound. Dallas Green was the pitcher when Piersall hit his 100th homer. Bunning is the only major league ball player to be elected to the hall of fame and the U.S. Senate while Green was the general manager of the Cubs in 1984 when the team reached the post season for the first time in 39 years.

May all of you gentlemen rest in peace.

Rodney Dangerfield said, “My psychiatrist told me I was crazy and I said I want a second opinion. He said okay, you’re ugly too.” Be careful out there. Make good choices. Keep smiling. Talk to you next week.

Peace, love, and happiness.

From lightest words sometimes the direst quarrel springs.

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ollow your dreams” was a main refrain that was sung throughout New Buffalo High School’s Class of 2017 graduation, which took place in the high school gymnasium Sunday, June 4, at the high school gym.

Standing in front of the 54 graduates, as well as their parents, teachers and friends, New Buffalo Area Schools Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Leslie revealed that, originally, he had gone to college to study engineering. It was when he found himself thinking about basketball instead of circuits in a sophomore engineering class at Purdue University, though, when he came to the realization that he was headed down the wrong career path. Leslie then sat down and made a decision of what he really wanted to do: get into teaching.

“During that sophomore year at Purdue, I was thinking, someday, I’m going to be in a retirement home, and I don’t want to have any regrets on I should’ve done this or I should’ve done that,” he said.

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realization that he was also advising students to listen to their own hearts when making their own life decisions.

“Follow your dreams and may all your dreams come true,” he said.

This year, there were 11 Senior Scholars: Allyson White, Oliver McNeil, Sydney Moore, Andrew Keller, Alyssa Mulligan, Kristen Kozel, Al­lison Nash, Samantha Hatfield, Darius Sv­abas, Maeve Smith and Elizabeth Ramsey. To qualify for Senior Scholar, a student must achieve a 3.5 accumulative GPA or higher that has been calculated after second trimester grades have been finalized and an SAT score of 1130 or higher.

In addition to their academic achievements, Leslie said he also places importance on other lessons he hopes the students have learned through their high school careers, such as how to treat people who may be perceived as being “different” from them, knowing how to ask for help when needed, b and having a good work ethic.

“To me, these traits are just as important as what’s on your transcript,” he said.

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Senior Class Co-President Oliver McNeil hands the totem pole to junior class co-presidents Emily Keller and Sophia Giannetti

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Information on wetlands, how to enroll in the Wetland Reserve Easement Program, wetland restoration and the Ag Assistance Program will all be discussed.

Information for farmers in the Ox Creek and St. Joseph River Watersheds on available USDA programs will be presented, along with information on the Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program. Invasive species of special concern will also be covered. Dinner will be included.

The event will be eligible for three Restricted Use Pesticide Credits and MAEAP Phase I. The event is free and the public is invited; however, reservations are required.

Please RSVP before Friday, June 16, by calling the Berrien Conservation District at 269471-9111 x3 or emailing nancy. carpenter@macd.org. Early reservations are encouraged.

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HOG ROAST FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT LOCAL COMMUNITY

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he Three Oaks Masonic Lodge #239 will be holding their ninth annual “All You Can Eat Hog Roast” fundraiser from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 24, in the Featherbone Restaurant patio area.

The cost for admission is $20 and includes an all you can eat hog roast dinner, beer, wine and soft drinks. The food and drinks for the fundraiser will be provided in the patio area only. There will also be a silent auction and various prize drawings.

All proceeds from the event will go to the Three Oaks Masonic Lodge Benevolence Fund. Monies from this fund are provided back to the local community through community charitable donations, as well scholarships awarded to local graduating high school seniors and college undergraduates. For more information, please call 269-4261101. Featherbone Restaurant is located at 6741 West US Highway 12 in Three Oaks, MI. — STAFF

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Toast the Coast at 12th Annual Michigan Shores Wine Festival he Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail will celebrate the 12th anniversary

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of the Lake Michigan Shore Wine Festival Saturday, June 17, from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. at picturesque Weko Beach. Enjoy a beautiful summer solstice with countless award-winning Michigan wines, fantastic live entertainment, dazzling beach views and much more. The muchanticipated annual event commemorates Southwest Michigan’s award-winning wineries, incredible shorelines and charming resort towns.

Toast the Coast is presented by The Greater Bridgman Area Chamber of Commerce and Growth Alliance, the Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail (which is in its 15th year) and Traffic PR & Marketing.

As a result of high demand and a possible sell-out, tickets are available only in advance for $20 (plus service fee) through Friday, June 16, at www. brownpapertickets.com, with online sales ending at noon. If available, admission tickets at the door will be $25. There will be no refunds given. All attendees will receive a souvenir wine glass upon entrance. Wine tasting tickets cost $1 per ticket (one to two tickets per tasting and six to 10 tickets per glass of wine). Food booths are cash only. No outside coolers will be allowed.

The following is a schedule of the eclectic musical line-up: 8:15-10 p.m. The Rock Show; 6:15-7:45 p.m. Joanna Connor; 4:15-5:45 p.m. Top Secret Band; 2:303:45 p.m. The Empty Pockets and 1-2:15 p.m. Rebecca Anne Band.

Free parking and shuttle buses will be available at designated lots in Bridgman.

Check the website for participating local hotels for lodging and shuttle transportation. This is a rain or shine event. Food booths are cash only. An ATM machine will be available. Please call 269-925-6301 for more info. No pets or smoking will be allowed.

Weko Beach is located off of I-94 at Exit 16 in Southwest Michigan. It can be reached by driving on Red Arrow Highway to the stoplight in Bridgman, then turning west on Lake Street. For additional information, visit www. lakemichiganwinefest.com, www.swmichigan.org or call 269-925-6301. “Like” Lake Michigan Shore Wine Festival on Facebook and follow Instagram and Twitter channels for current news and updates. — STAFF REPORTS

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almon Hunter Charter Captain Tony Hofstetter is reporting record fishing days and catching limits in Lake Michigan off of New Buffalo harbor.

On Thursday, June 1, Capt. Tony took four generations of the same family out for a memorable day of fishing on the big lake. The five members of the Indianapolis, Indiana, family ranged in age from the patriarch and grandfather at 96 years young to the youngest fisherman, a six-year-old.

“A 90-year span represented from one family is pretty amazing,” said Hofstetter.

The elder served as turret gunner during WWII, and Hofstetter said he had amazing stories to share while fishing.

Hofstetter said they caught their limits, which were 24 Coho Salmon, about 12 miles offshore, fishing in 150 to 200 feet of water.

Deep water is where area fishermen are reporting the salmon are to be found.

To book a fishing outing, call Hofstetter at Salmon Hunter Charters at 219-861-3681. Charters are offered for six or eight hours and accommodate one to six people. Fish for Coho, Chinook (King) Salmon, Brown Trout, Steelhead and Lake Trout.

The charter fishing vessel is moored on Oselka Marina docks in the west end of Snug Harbor in New Buffalo.

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Forum to address county’s public schools The public is invited to attend the Berrien County Forum on Public Education, which will be held Wednesday, June 14, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Bridgman High School Performance Center.

Berrien County School superintendents and board members will review what residents need to know about pending state and national legislation, as well as the urgent changes facing Berrien County students. Sponsored by the Berrien County Democratic Party, the free forum will aim to answer the question: “Will our Berrien County public schools survive?”

For more information, call 269325-1785. Bridgman High School Performance Center is located at 9964 Gast Road in Bridgman, MI. — STAFF REPORTS

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hanks to all for the Memorial Day Service at New Buffalo Pine Grove Cemetery and Lakeside.

Saying thank you for participating, New Buffalo City Police, fire, parks and Mayor Lou O’Donnell and the City Council, NB Township Supervisor Michelle Heit, and board members, and the Township Fire Department, New Buffalo High School Band under Christina Baumann’s direction, Miss New Buffalo Loren Aroney, Mr. New Buffalo Andrew Keller and the Junior courts and to Diana Selir, pageant coordinator. Vic and Kurt for having American flags on all of the veterans graves at Pine Grove and Lakeside cemeteries, Cub Scouts, Harbor Country Singers, Bill Lambert, who put it all together, American Legion Post 169, SAL & Ladies Auxiliary. New Buffalo High School radio station for airing the broadcast for those who could not be here. George Smith singing the National Anthem. And anybody I missed, especially the patriots who attended. God Bless.

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Rachel Collins

Jamie “Can Head” Keeton with Joey DiMaggio at Stray Dog

NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP BERRIEN COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED 2017-2018 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET The Township of New Buffalo will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2017-2018 fiscal year budget and the proposed millage rate for 2017 on Monday, June 19, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. at the New Buffalo Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Hwy., New Buffalo, MI 49117.

THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. The proposed budget will be adopted at a regular meeting of the New Buffalo Township Board immediately following the public hearing. Action on the 2017 millage will also be taken at that meeting.

A copy of the proposed budget is available for public inspection at the New Buffalo Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Hwy., New Buffalo, MI 49117.

This notice is posted in compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Public Act 267 of 1976, as amended, (MCL 41.72a(2)(3)) and the Americans With Disabilities Act.

American Music fundraiser a bright spot on a gloomy day PHOTOS AND WORDS BY LAWRENCE VON EBELER

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espite the cold, damp weather, there was a sold-out crowd for the Great Lakes Surf and Turf fundraising event held for the School of American Music at Flagship Specialty Foods in Lakeside, Michigan.

A crisp white tent was erected for dining. Another one was added for Garth Taylor’s School of American Music’s artists, who, much to the listening pleasure of their enthusiastic guests, provided the entertainment. The food was fantastic, and the Iris floral arrangements in carved tree branch receptacles designed by Hearthwood Custom Furnishings were outstanding.

Flag Ship Specialty Foods Chef and Proprietor Rachel Collins was the cohost for the event, along with Edible Michiana Editor Paula Bartholome. Collins was also the chef of the sturgeon with citrus mustard vinaigrette and the whole roasted Michigan Mangalitsa hog from Meadowbrook Farms. Both entrees were in the huge steel barbecue fires, which were onsite and adjacent to the bacchanalian, 20-foot long buffet table. Salads from Green Spirit Farms, creamy Cole slaw, cowboy beans from New Buffalo Bills, grilled Michigan asparagus, Flagship’s Belgian-style French fries, and baguettes and butter were spread out on the table. In addition to the buffet, vendors were offering Greenbush Beer, wine by Twelve Corners Vineyards and nonalcoholic drinks by Fruit Belt Tonic.

The New Buffalo Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon five days notice to the New Buffalo Township Board.

Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the New Buffalo Township Board by writing or calling the following: New Buffalo Township Clerk, 17425 Red Arrow Highway, New Buffalo, Michigan, 49117, 269-4691011.

The taxing unit publishing this notice and identified below has complete authority to establish the number of mills to be levied from within its authorized millage rate

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amie Keeton, aka Can Head, surprised Stray Dog and Casey’s patrons Sunday, June 4, when he appeared with two beer cans and a can of peanuts stuck to his head.

Known as the human suction cup, Keeton recently traveled to Beijing, China, where he set the Guinness World record for the most cans stuck to a human body with eight cans.

He said that his all-time high was 14 cans. In addition to cans, he can stick cell phones, bottles and other objects to his head and to his body. He said he can hold up to 25 pounds on his head at one time.

Keeton claims he has a mysterious skin condition, which turns his pores into human suction cups. He also has a rare blood type RHA, which he calls “blood of the gods” or “of the aliens.” He said he is one of only four people in the world that possesses this power. At 100 degrees, his body temperature is higher than most, and his wounds heal faster and he gets sick less often. He also said he is expected to age slower than most and live longer. Keeton has appeared on the Ellen DeGeneres Show and has met celebrities such as Adam Sandler and George Clooneey, both of whom were both amazed at his condition.

Keeton has turned his suction ability into a business by promoting products and entertaining at local bars and concerts.

“I just like to have fun and make people laugh,” he said.

There is no success without hardship.

— Sophocles

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Annual Flag Day celebration coming this weekend

STEWARDSHIP DAY AT ROBINSON WOODS

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hikaming Open Lands (COL) is asking for help to expand the trails at Robinson Woods Preserve in Lakeside, Michigan.

The first part of the trails was done by the Mighty Acorn students. They invite all to come out and see all their hard work and lend a hand Saturday, June 10, from 10 a.m. until noon when volunteers will be expanding the nature trails and continuing to build the trail system.

As stated on the COL website: “Robinson Woods is an 80-acre forested nature preserve on East Road in Chikaming Township.

The preserve consists of mature forest dominated by beech, maple and oak trees. Multiple streams flow through steep ravines cutting through the preserve. Several rare and statelisted threatened species thrive at Robinson Woods, including migratory birds and plant species.”

Currently, Robinson Woods features a 1.25-mile loop trail through the woodland, appropriate for hikers of all fitness levels To let COL know if you plan to attend and for directions and information on where to meet, please contact Casey Struecker at cstruecker@ chikamingopenlands.org or 269-405-1006. Robinson Woods Preserve is located on East Road in Lakeside, just west of I-94.

— STAFF REPORTS

HISTORY CENTER SEEKING DONATIONS

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errien Springs’ annual sidewalk sale is set to take place Thursday, June 22, through Sunday, June 25, and the History Center at Courthouse Square is looking for the public’s help.

The Center will accept donations of books, vases, dishware, decorative items and more for their fundraising sale.

Donations can be dropped off at the Center Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. until Tuesday, June 20.

Volunteers are also welcome to sign up to work a shift during the sale.

For more information, call the History Center at 269-471-1202 or visit www.berrienhistory.org.

— STAFF REPORTS

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Organic Trek: Granor Farm Stand Opens

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BY ALEXANDER FATOUROS

ocated 7 miles east of Red Arrow Highway on Warren Woods Road, the Granor Farm farmers market in Three Oaks, Michigan is now open every weekend from Memorial Day to Thanksgiving. With over seventy certified organic vegetables, herbs, flowers and fruits to select from, Granor Farm is an agricultural wonder not to be overlooked.

The local flavors of the nutritious variety are perfect for dreaming up delectable specialty dishes sure to gratify. The Granor Farm stewards are “strong believers in feeding the soil, not just the plant.” Both historical and contemporary practices are employed to “enhance our land’s ecology.” Seasoned chefs and household epicureans alike searching for a way to bolster their culinary craft ought to consider the Farm’s Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. The sustainable farming partnership unites farmers and members throughout the region.

To partake in the bounty by stocking up on local produce and to delight in a self-guided farm tour complete with chickens and ducks, simply put the pedal to the metal and plant yourself in the country this weekend. Founded in 2008

by Rob Buono and Liz Ciccheli, Granor Farm is USDA certified organic through the Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association and is Environmentally Verified through the Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP).

Get to know the farmers who grow your food. Situated at 3480 Warren Woods Road and managed by farmer Katie Burdett, Granor Farm cultivates authentic and healthful nutriment like no other. Open Fridays 1-5 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m. through 5 p.m. (ET) Closed Sundays after Labor Day.

The 65th Flag Day celebration weekend, which will be held in Three Oaks, Michigan, will be packed with events for everyone in the family, including the four-legged members.

The festivities kick off on Friday, June 9, and run through Sunday, June 11. Two days of activities, bands, food and fun are being planned in Carver Park, Dewey Cannon Park. The Randall Couchman American Legion Post 204 will provide live music daily in the beer tent Friday through Sunday. The largest parade in the country (so the claim goes) will step off on South Elm Street Sunday at 3 p.m.

The website states, “The parade strives to honor the American Flag, Veterans, Service Men and Women, the United States of America and its National Freedom! Today, the parade averages over 100 units of Veterans, Color Guards, Musical Marching Units, Clowns, Equestrian Groups, Drill Teams, Antique Cars and Trucks, Drum and Bugle Corps and Antique Tractors all displaying and honoring the American Flag in the grandest tradition that only this iconic parade has been exhibiting for six decades.”

The following is the American Legion Post 204 beer tent’s live music schedule: Friday at 8 p.m., Fusion will perform; Saturday at 2 p.m., Pontin’ Fingers Band will perform and at 8 p.m. Mysteria will take the stage and Sunday at 6 p.m., the not-to-be-missed, nostalgic 1940s review show, Letters From Home, will invite audience members to hear oldtime favorite songs sung by Amanda Newman and Erinn Diaz.

Other activities set to take place throughout the weekend include a coed softball tournament in the fields behind the American Legion Post Friday through Sunday, Art in the Park all day Saturday and Sunday, a pet parade for canine, bovine, feline and any other house pet at 10:30 a.m. Saturday and a pedal pull at 12:30 a.m. Saturday.

The Three Oaks Flag Day Talent Show will take place at 3:30 p.m.

Sunday at the Three Oaks Arts and Education Center outdoor stage at the north end of Dewey Cannon Park, where cash prizes will be awarded in three age categories.

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FOR RENT

STORAGE BARN 20 Ft. x 60 Ft. Storage Unit. Pull Thru Bay, 2 – 14 Ft. doors, insulated, renter can heat. $575 per month. State Road 39 Storage. Available July 10.

219-362-8817 NEW BUFFALO Apt. Large 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 2nd floor, water incl.

No Smoking, no pets $575/mo.

Contact 269-612-2889.

NEW BUFFALO House 3 bedroom, 1 bath completely remodeled, all appliances and central air. No smoking. No pets. $875/mo.

Contact 269-612-2889.

4 bedroom home 2 bath. Available until May 13. $1500 with utilities.

269-470-5838.

NEW BUFFALO Three bedroom apartment now available. This second floor updated, 1,000 sq. ft. is a must see.

For Information call 269-469-1364.

HELP WANTED

CARING DRIVERS WANTED Transport people to pre-scheduled medical appointments in Berrien County and beyond. Must have reliable 4-door vehicle, cell phone and access to internet or fax. Great way to supplement social security, disability or a pension income.

(989) 871-2289 GROUNDSKEEPER Garden, lawn, equipment maintenance, supervise crew, security, other duties.

40 hr week April-October. Wages negotiable, paid bi-weekly. Mail resume to Friendship Gardens, PO Box 8834, Michigan City, IN 46361 or email internationalfriendshipgardens @yahoo.com. No phone calls please.

NEW BUFFALO 5 bedroom 2 bath home on large wooded lot. Walkable to town and beach. Detached 2 car garage and storage shed. Central heat and air conditioning $1275 + utilities.

Call Diane 312-480-9530

FULL/PART-TIME MASSAGE THERAPISTS We are looking for full/part-time massage therapists and nail technicians.

Please call 269-469-9111 if you are interested.

NEW BUFFALO TOWNHOME AND BOAT SLIP Recently updated, 2 Bedroom. 1.5 bath, Roof Top Deck, attch. 1 car garage and a 50 Ft. Boat Slip adjacent to the unit. Located on the harbor, with a gated community, with a community swimming pool. Price Reduced to $273,000. Available immediately.

For information or to schedule a showing call 219-796-5514

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LAKESIDE HOUSEKEEPER Seeking an experienced housekeeper one full day per week. Please have local references and be willing to do dishes, laundry, organization etc.

Text or call 574-849-7383.

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tell, but aren’t sure where to begin, the Three Oaks Arts and Education Center will be offering a Thursday evening writing class, “Write Now,” from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. June 8 through July 6.

The five week, non-fiction writing class will be led by Holly Shulman, who will show participants how to write from prompts and participate in exercises to access the stories within them. Classes will be intimate, supportive and interactive. Participants will be encouraged to share their own narratives out loud, as well as to listen and give guided, positive feedback to their classmates’ stories. Since the program is designed to help participants write freely and in the moment, there will be no critiquing and no review of work written outside of the class. At the end of the five weeks, participants will have a portfolio of new pieces that can be polished for publishing and performance, or developed into larger bodies of work.

For information, contact Shulman at ideadance.holly@gmail.com or call 269-612-0338. The course fee is $185 for five sessions. For other program 30offerings, N Whittaker St • Open Daily visit www.schoolofamericanmusic.com.

The school is located at 14 Maple Street in Three Oaks, Michigan. Their phone number is 269-4091191. — STAFF REPORTS

ROOFING AND CONSTRUCTION COMPANY SEEKING FULL TIME ROOFING AND SIDING INSTALLERS AND LABORERS Three years experience and valid drivers license required. Qualifying applicants.

Call Sarah at 219-363-6151.

UNION PIER Furnished 3 Br 2 Bath apartment.

Updated, hardwood floors, fireplace, central heat and air conditioning. 2 blocks to beach access. New Buffalo Schools $1150 + Utilities Call Diane 312-480-9530

NEW BUFFALO FURNISHED APARTMENT Brand new on market intimate, peaceful, in downtown New Buffalo putting you in walking distance to the lake, harbor, shops, restaurants and New Buffalo activities. Must see to appreciate the calming beach colors, accents, and retro modern ambiance.

Has queen size bedroom for you and full size sleeper sofa in living room for guests. Has Smart TV with Comcast, DVD, blue ray and streaming capabilities, plus high speed internet.

Has central heat and air conditioning for your comfort and off street private parking for your convenience (2 vehicles). No smoking, no pets. Weekly rate $1,500, monthly and full summer season negotiable.

For information, please call 405-420-2000.

Workshop for aspiring writers at Arts and Education Center or those who have something to say and personal stories to

FULL TIME PAINTER WANTED 10 years minimum experience required.

Starting Salary $14.00 per hour.

Call Eddie at 269-462-1122.

SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Responsible, compassionate lady looking for caregiver positon.

Please call 269-479-5833.

SERVICES

FISH FOR STOCKING Most Varieties For Pond Lakes Call Laggis’ Fish Farm 269-628-2056 DAYS 269-624-6215 EVENINGS. BRIAN’S DETAILING Have a dirty car? Why not have someone come to you. Have your car vacuumed washed and waxed for a shiny sparkling car every time!

Call Brian at 219-841-2620

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A background check will be required.

For information, call Dana 219-847-7777.

NEW BUFFALO Lawn Service crew openings.

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HOROSCOPE JUNE 8-14, 2017

AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 Take some time to review your finances. You may be spending more than you realize. There is a part of you that feels the need to hold back on purchasing items you don’t necessarily need, but you understand the value of having extra in case family or friends need to use them.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 As much as you like to keep things all Even Steven, there are some things that always seem unfair. You cannot make everybody happy, and you cannot be the peace maker if others prefer to fight. Take the higher road by staying out of it. Expand beyond the situation by turning the balancing act inward.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20 Release your unwanted possessions, and get rid of outdated clothing. Clear out clutter, and create a space that you can be productive in. Once you start going through things, and you start releasing items that have kept you emotionally tied to the past, your energy levels will return.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 You will realize that you and another are connected in a way that is mutually beneficial. You may think that you are just coworkers, but ultimately the two of you create a team, that needs cooperation to succeed. Know that when the team succeeds, you benefit. Give more, get more.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 You will be feeling very introverted, and more retrospective this week.

There are things you may have been boisterous about in the past, but now you are keeping a tight lid on your situation. You are ready to do any heavy lifting on your own, and will make your own way, using your inner strength.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 Certain aspects of your home life could be inhibiting you from getting closer to that someone special. Don’t let your daily routines interfere with taking time to connect with others.

Perhaps you can let some chores slide in order to have more one on one time with loved ones.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 Turn that nurturing inward.

Schedule a massage, or a day at the spa, and get recharged. It’s okay to take a day for grooming and pampering. Cancer forgets how important that down time is. They stay so busy, they forget to take a night off. Get out of those work cloths and put your feet up.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 You will be filled with a lot of vigor and creative energy now. You will be blowing through the chore list like you’re working with seven clones. Wether you are moving furniture, painting, or just doing basic cleaning, once you get started, you will be amazed by how fast and how efficient you are.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 It is important to get some friend time in this week.

Family life has been very demanding this year for Leo, and your professional life has taken up any extra time you have managed to find. Now you’re going to have the opportunity to reconnect with friends and catch up on all the latest. Party on.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 Get creative with financial situations. Don’t get stuck thinking there is only one way to organize your documents or payment methods. You are entering a very beneficial time monetarily but you have to go after it, and work with it in ways that seem unconventional. Change is good.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 Taking the lead, and speaking up is not always easy for Virgo, but you are going to have to set things straight and keep the boundaries reinforced. People often overlook details you never miss. Be up front about the things you notice. It just may secure you that raise or promotion you want.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 When it comes to living arrangements it’s all about chemistry, and getting into a flow of things. Don’t let other people dominate your negotiating, or interfere with your opportunity to move things in a new direction. This is the time to cut ties, and move into a space or environment that inspires you.

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POLICE BLOTTER MAY 30-JUNE 5, 2017

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

MAY 30 OUIL No Ops VCSA Suspicious Situation MAY 31 Medic 1/Assist Other Agency Found property General Assist JUNE 1 Missing Child/General Assist OWI No Ops Medic 1/Assist Other Agency (x2) JUNE 2 General Assist NB Fire/Assist Other Agency MSP/Assist Other Agency Ordinance Violation/Noise Complaint JUNE 3 General Assist Pokagon Tribal Police/Assist Other Agency NB Township PD/Assist Other Agency Found Property JUNE 4 OWI/High BAC Medic 1/Assist Other Agency JUNE 5 Funeral Assist Suspicious Vehicle VIN Inspection

DAILY EVENTS

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

EVERY WEDNESDAY AND SUNDAY

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

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

EVERY WEDNESDAY KNITTING AT THE DELI 4-6PM. David’s Deli.

All are welcome.

WEDNESDAY NIGHTS IN THE PARK 6-9PM. New Buffalo Township Park. 17425 Red Arrow Hwy. New Buffalo. 269-4691011.www.newbuffalotownship.org.

Enjoy live music and food in Memorial Park band shell. Alcohol, smoke and pet free.

Food served at 6:30, cash only. Limited parking/car pool suggested. June 14: Blue Ice (Chi-Blues and Det-boogie). Food provided by Villa Nova.

EVERY THURSDAY

NEW BUFFALO’S FARMERS MARKET 5-8PM. East Merchant St. Downtown New Buffalo.

EVERY FRIDAY

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

EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY SKIP’S OPEN-AIR EUROPEAN FARMER’S MARKET 9AM-3PM. 16710 Lakeshore Rd. New Buffalo. 269-469-3341.

EVERY SATURDAY

SATURDAY NIGHTS ALIVE 6-8PM. Corner of Whittaker and Merchant Sts. New Buffalo.

Live music on the corner. Enjoy jazz country, reggae and more through Labor Day. Presented by the New Buffalo Business Association.

SECOND SUNDAYS OF THE MONTH

SECOND SUNDAY CONCERTS 4-5PM Fernwood Botanical Garden. 13988 Range Line Road. Niles. 269-695-6491 www.fernwoodbotanical.org.

The Three Divas (vocalist) will perform.

Admission is free after 3:30PM.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, JUNE 9-11

THREE OAKS 65TH ANNUAL FLAG DAY www.threeoaksflagday.com.

Events throughout the weekend. The parade is scheduled to step off on South Elm Street at 3 p.m. on Sunday June 11.

SATURDAY, JUNE 10

HEARTLAND ALLIANCE HOME TOUR The Annual Heartland Alliance Home & Garden Tour showcases some of Harbor Country’s most exquisite homes and gardens. Grab a friend and make a day of it!

THREE OAKS FLAG DAY TALENT SHOW 3:30PM. Three Oaks Arts & Education Center. Outdoor Stage. Dewey Canon Park.

14 Maple St. Three Oaks. 269-409-1191. www.schoolofamericanmusic.com.

IRISH DUO BYRNE AND KELLY —CELTIC THUNDER 7:30PM. Acorn Theater.

6:30PM. Meet & Greet. Tickets $35.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 14

TRAVELING BASKETBALL FUNDRAISER— SPAGHETTI DINNER 5-9PM. New Buffalo Yacht Club.

500 W Water St. New Buffalo.

Support local girls and boys basketball teams. Open to the Public. Tickets are $12.

SATURDAY, JUNE 17

LAKE MICHIGAN WINE FEST TOAST THE COAST 1-10PM. Weko Beach. 5239 Lake St. Bridgman. www.lakemichiganwinefest.com.

Wine, Music, Food. On the shores of Lake Michigan. Advance Ticket sales $20 at www.brownpapertickets.com. Kids under 12 free. No pets, No smoking allowed.

AMERICA SINGS 8PM. Acorn Theater.

Robert Swan and Harbor Country Opera Celebrates the 150th Flag Day Parade in Three Oaks as only we can. With your favorite singers singing some of the classic, iconic songs of American Patriotism. You’ll find yourself singing and humming along with everyone--before and after this show.

Tickets $25. Bistro seating $35.

SUNDAY, JUNE 18 FERNWOOD GARDEN PARTY Fernwood Botanical Garden.

A cool summer evening under the stars.

Enjoy an evening of food prepared by Chef Tim Carrigan, and live and silent auctions.

Tickets are available for tables or individuals.

33RD FATHER’S DAY FESTIVAL NOON-6PM. Lemon Creek Winery. 533 E. Lemon Creek Road. Berrien Springs. 269471-1321. www.lemoncreekwinery.com Live music by Libido Funk Circus, a classic Corvette car show, kid’s games, hayrides & more.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21 LIONS CLUB GOLF OUTING 8:30AM. Whittaker Woods Golf Course.

12578 Wilson Rd. New Buffalo.

219-617-0654 4-Man Scramble, Shot-gun start. Call Pete Rahm.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, JUNE 23-25 BLUE MOON VINTAGE MARKET 10AM-5PM. 16860 Three Oaks Rd. Three Oaks. 219-851-0900. www.facebook.com/ bluemoonvintagemarket.

Free admission.

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Explore the

beach!

Make your day an adventure on a paddleboard or kayak.

Outpost Sports has a new fleet of rental boards and sit-in or sit-on-top kayaks waiting for you at our New Buffalo Store.

Rent by the hour, day(s) or week.

Groups of up to 40 people welcome.

Reservations accepted.

Lessons available.

We can deliver rental kayaks, paddleboards and bikes to your door for a delivery charge.

Or call, 269.469.4210.

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Visit our beach stores in New Buffalo and South Haven and our year-round store in Mishawaka to shop a great selection of bikes, boards, kayaks and beach gear and attire.

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