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Recall denied for Mayor O’Donnell IV, Mayor Pro Tem Peterson; Second recall petition filed for O’Donnell, Peterson PAGE 5

Donnelly appointed Park Director at New Buffalo Township PAGE 6

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WOW—THERE WERE PEOPLE ON THE STREETS OF NEW BUFFALO ON A THURSDAY NIGHT! There was a line to get into the first Thursday Farmers Market Thursday, June 2. The weather was perfect, and the first shoppers even got a beautiful Market Bag. As a shop owner, seeing visitors and locals strolling up and down North Whittaker Street was a welcome sight. Mark your calendars, as this is going to happen every Thursday night this summer. Oh yes – and thank you to Bartletts food truck for sending one of their famous lobster rolls down Whittaker Street for Lois Lane and me.

This week was the annual Bike and Brunch Ride, a favorite fundraiser for Radio Harbor Country WRHC. After a ride through the fruitful countryside, a brunch was enjoyed by all before finishing a 45-mile loop.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2016

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New ATV fire vehicle displayed at Harbor Commission meeting LINDA HENDERSON IN NEW BUFFALO

ew Buffalo Fire Chief Chris Huston and Assistant Chief Jack Kennedy brought the new firefighting ATV vehicle to City Hall for he railroad crossing at Bell Harbor Commissioners to view prior to their Avenue and Clay Street regular meeting Thursday, June 2. in New Buffalo is under The shiny red ATV was a much-needed addition to the construction and closed for a short City Fire Department’s firefighting equipment. Huston period of time. said the ATV is capable of fighting fires on all of the This project is being done by dock fairways in the harbor as well as aiding in fighting the railroad and no information grass fires off the lakefront. The ATV is equipped with was provided to the City regarding an onboard water pump capable of pumping water from this closing. People attempting the harbor or the lake into two, 1 ½-inch hoses or a 2 to visit Sari Asher Dog Park are 1/2-inch hose. advised to turn off Route 12, onto Previously, the firefighters had to hook fire hoses to Behner Road to Old M 60 (the hydrants along the banks of the harbor area or from turn off to the Hellenic Center) and roadways and drag the hoses down the piers or across continue west to Biddle Street and lakefront property to the dunes. In addition to the vehicle, turn left, and proceed to the park. a small trailer will transport the hoses and other safety — LINDA HENDERSON equipment directly to the scene of the fire, saving time and property. The front of the ATV is also equipped with a winch system. City Manager Rob Anderson said that the street-legal vehicle was a budgeted item.

“With so many unique spaces in the City, this vehicle can serve multiple purposes when fighting fires—it can save property and save lives in the future; I was a City of Chicago Mayor, strong advocate Rahm Emanuel was seen in of the equipment acquisition,” he Three Oaks Elm Street Bistro said. enjoying time, conversation The fear of a and Dinner with his Daughters. disastrous fire in Rahm Emanuel has long ties the harbor has long been a concern to political strategist and of neighboring Lake Michigan friends David property owners Axelrod, The Daleys, President and boaters. With Obama, and the Clintons. the density of boats and the close Former Illinois Governor, proximity of the Jim Thompson was spotted boats to structures, there has long celebrating his 80th Birthday been a fear of with Family and Friends unknown, 30 N Whittaker • Open Dailythe at Elm Street St Bistro in as owners have Three Oaks, Michigan. questioned if fire — PAGETWO@NEWBUFFALOTIMES.COM trucks could not reach a fire should one begin to rage.

In the past, it was proven that the fairways in the marina could not support the weight of the big fire trucks, leaving the firemen to carry hoses and other equipment to the source. In winter 2014, two boats that were left in the slips on bubblers caught fire and the firemen had to drag the hoses down the icy docks from the hydrant located off the Harbor Grand parking lot, which was quite a distance to the fire itself. Both of the boats were destroyed in that incident, but with no other boats in the water, the fire was limited to two loses. In the future, the firemen will have this valuable asset to provide faster response time.

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done until the end of April; if dredging was needed that late date makes the job difficult to complete for the opening of the boating season. Dredging is not permitted during fish spawning in May and prior to dredging, bids must be let before hiring a dredging firm, which moves the dredging even further out into the summer. It was suggested that the City be more proactive and budget to hire a firm to take the soundings earlier in the season.

The current sounding report is posted on the City website, www.cityofnewbuffalo.org, but Chair Nancy Smith stated that based on the measurement table used by the USACE, boaters needed to add 2.7 feet to all of the figures shown on the chart, as the water is actually deeper than indicated. The website also has a live web feed of the harbor and lake conditions available, thanks to the new web camera located at the Municipal Marina.

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ith the loss of five trees in the Municipal Marina park area, the commissioners made a recommendation to have table umbrellas available to the boaters for shade. The dedication of the beach dunewalk was discussed, but no date has been set. Smith shared the cast bronze plaque commemorating the dunewalk for former Harbor Commissioner and Port Authority member, William Deputy, whose endowment funded the latest phase of the reconstruction of the stairs. The William Deputy Foundation, through the Berrien County Foundation, [above] awarded the City a Chief Chris $17,500 grant for Huston shows off the repair work and ATV; [left] the City budgeted Bill Deputy $15,000 for their plaque contribution to the ongoing project. Phase II reconstruction included the repair of three sections of the stairs and a landing. The 7.5” x 5” plaque reads: “Bill Deputy Dunewalk.

Always a champion for our harbor, on the Port Authority and then on the Harbor Commission. 2016.” The plaque and dunewalk will be dedicated, with Deputy’s family members present, this summer.

There was not a current report for the Emergency Dredging Fund; however, no money has been spent on dredging for the past two years. As of April 2016, the EDF had a balance of $341,065.44. Eight entities located in the harbor make voluntary contributions to the dredging fund each year: Dunewood Condominium Association, Harbor Point Shores and Harbor Landings Condo Associations, Lake Michigan Yacht Club, Oselka Marina, Pleasure Isle Marina, South Cove Condo Association and The Moorings Condo Association.

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Recall denied for Mayor O’Donnell IV, Mayor Pro Tem Peterson

ELECTION COMMISSIONS DOES NOT FIND FACT OR CLARITY

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ayor Lou O’Donnell IV and Mayor Pro Tem John Peterson prevailed at the factual clarity hearing for their proposed recall Thursday, June 2 at 2 p.m. at the Berrien County Court House. The Berrien County Election Commission judges were Berrien County Clerk Sharon Tyler, Berrien County Treasurer Bret Witkowski and Berrien County Circuit Judge Hon. Gary J. Bruce. They heard testimony from both of the City of New Buffalo elected officials and voted unanimously to deny the recall based on the facts stated and the clarity of the statement in the petitions submitted May 18, 2016 by Raimundas V. Kirkus for their recall.

The reason for the filing of the recall and the language submitted on each of the petitions for O’Donnell and Peterson read as follows: “for failing to hold the City manager accountable for his erroneous legal actions against the planning commission resulting in over $100,000.00 in legal fees to be paid by city taxpayers.”

Mayor O’Donnell addressed the panel and raised objections to the language and the statement submitted for his recall. He challenged three points in the petition. He first stated that there was no proof that the legal expenses for the lawsuit, City of New Buffalo vs. The City Planning Commission, Home Town Pharmacy and Grand Valley Trading, regarding the New Buffalo Pharmacy drive-through window, were funded by the taxpayers. O’Donnell stated that the city receives revenue from sources other than the taxpayers and there was no proof that only the taxpayers were paying the legal expenses. He then questioned the

word, “erroneous,” saying that the word was “ambiguous” and did not define a specific action. He further stated that the City Manager acted with the support of the City Council, who voted four yeas to one nay to proceed with the lawsuit in a Council meeting held December 15, 2015. When questioned, it was stated that City Manager Rob Anderson did not have the authority to proceed with a lawsuit without the approval of the council. O’Donnell went on to address the issue that the council did not hold the City Manager accountable. He said that following a closed session annual personnel review meeting May 4, the council adopted a resolution for a 120-day performance improvement plan for the City Manager. He offered a copy of the minutes from that meeting to the Election Commission panel, but he did not read them aloud, as they related to a confidential personnel matter.

Following O’Donnell’s testimony, Kirkus addressed the panel. He stated that the word “erroneous” was the word used by Berrien County Trial Judge John M. Donohue in his ruling on the drive-thru lawsuit. He offered no other comments.

County Clerk Sharon Tyler made the motion to deny the recall, stating that the petition was not clear or factual; her motion was supported by Witkowski and the three members voted unanimously to deny the recall petition.

Following O’Donnell’s hearing, Mayor Pro Tem John Peterson was heard. He stated that his objections to the petition language were the same as O’Donnell’s. The threemember panel unanimously voted to deny the recall for Peterson.

Second recall petition filed for O’Donnell, Peterson

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ollowing the Thursday, June 2, clarity hearing, which resulted in the dismissal of the recall for Mayor Lou O’Donnell IV and Mayor Pro Tem John Peterson, City of New Buffalo Planning Commission Vice Chair Ray Kirkus filed a second recall petition with the Berrien County Clerk’s office for the recall of the two elected City officials.

The recall was signed in Berrien County Thursday, June 2, by Kirkus, who resides at 1421 East Indiana Street in New Buffalo, and was delivered to City Clerk Allyson Holm Friday morning, June 3.

The reason for the recall and the language submitted on each of the new petitions for O’Donnell and Peterson is as follows: “For voting to allow the City Manager to bring suit against the Planning Commission resulting in over $100,000 in legal fees.”

According to the 2012 state recall law, the process for establishing a recall to be placed on the election ballot requires a number of specific steps, within a specific timeframe, going forward. The first step going forward will be a factual clarity hearing Monday, June 13, at 11:30 a.m. at the Berrien County Courthouse. The clarity hearing will determine whether each reason for the recall is factual and of sufficient clarity. Following the hearing, those being recalled have 10 days to appeal the ruling in Berrien County Circuit Court. A recall petition is not valid for circulation until determination is made

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by the Circuit Court or until 40 days after the date of the appeal, whichever comes sooner. If the recall language is approved and valid for circulation for 180 days after either approval by the Commission or approved by the Circuit Court or 40 days after appeal. If the County Election Commission approves a recall petition after the above process, the petition sponsors are free to circulate their petition following all of the Secretary of State guidelines. The signatures on a recall petition dated more than 60 days before the filing are invalid.

All those signing the petition must live within the City and be registered to vote. The number of signatures needed to trigger a recall election is 25 percent of the votes cast in the officer’s district for all candidates for the office of governor in the last gubernatorial general election. All signatures will be validated by the County Clerk’s office and then forwarded to the City Clerk for validation. After a lengthy validation process is completed, if approved, the County Clerk calls for a special election to be conducted on the next regular election date, conforming to state law.

The election will be held at least 95 days after the date the recall petition was filed and be held on the next regular May or November election date, whichever comes first.

The cost for holding a special recall election is the responsibility of the City and, ultimately, the taxpayers.

In the past two recall elections, the city has spent between $3,000 and $5,000 on each election.

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The Pokagon Fund Awards $50,000 in scholarships to River Valley, New Buffalo High School students The Pokagon Fund is pleased to announce the award by the Fund’s Board of Directors of $50,000 to support college scholarships for six local high school graduates in Harbor Country.

“The Pokagon Fund scholarship winners have not only proven their academic prowess, but they have also shown commitment to service in their rural communities. We congratulate all of our awardees, and wish them well in their future careers,” said Chuck Heit, Vice Chairman of the Fund’s board.

“We hope that the scholarships make a lasting impression of community support and pride for our students.”

Since its 2007 inception, funding of educational programming has been a significant focus of The Pokagon Fund’s grant-making portfolio, representing more than $4.2 million in awards throughout Harbor Country, Dowagiac, Hartford, and South Bend, Indiana.

Scholarships were awarded to the following recipients: • $10,000 awarded to Hannah Henrichsen of Sawyer to attend Grand Valley State University.

• $10,000 awarded to Gregory Palen of Three Oaks to attend Grand Valley State University.

• $7,000 awarded to Mariah Artz of New Buffalo to attend Michigan State University.

• $5,000 awarded to Rebekah Folino of Three Oaks to attend Central Michigan University.

• $8,000 awarded to Jarek Hotwagner of New Buffalo to attend Concordia University.

• $10,000 awarded to Destiny Mitchell of Union Pier to attend Ferris State University.

The Pokagon Fund is a nonprofit private foundation located in New Buffalo, Michigan. It is funded by revenue from The Four Winds Casino Resort. Grants are awarded to nonprofit and governmental organizations in Southwest Michigan, as well as Hartford and Dowagiac, Michigan and South Bend, Indian. Since its inception, the Fund has provided more than $22 million in grant awards and scholarships to enhance the lives of families in their service area. — STAFF REPORTS

Happiness depends upon ourselves.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2016

Donnelly appointed Park Director at New Buffalo Township

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ormer Director of the City of New Buffalo Parks Department Patrick Donnelly was appointed Director of the New Buffalo Township Parks at a special Township board meeting Wednesday, June 1.

Donnelly resigned from the City the previous day after serving three years as its parks director. The Board accepted, with regret, the resignation of their past Park Director, Scott Nykamp, at the May 9 Board meeting.

Also at the meeting, the Board reviewed and approved a joint project with the Galien River Sanitary District (GRSD), which will begin in the fall. The GRSB is relining 1,300 feet of trunk sewage pipe from U.S. 12 to the GRSD plant on Kruger Road. At the corner of U.S. 12 and Red Arrow Highway, the Township has a manhole in need of replacement and a short section of concrete pipe, a Force Main Discharge pipe, which is deteriorating. The Board approved moving ahead with the replacement while the GRSD contractors are working on the system.

Engineer Mark Prein of Prein & Newhof in Grand Rapids was on hand to answer questions and offer advice. Prein is also working with the GRSD on the project, which is estimated at $400,000, although the Township’s contribution will be only a small portion of the total project costs. The Township’s portion of the approximate 20 feet of 12-inch concrete pipe has an estimated of approximately $40,000, with a design life expectancy of 50 years. Pete Rahm stated, “Now is the time to replace the pipe, it will only be more expensive later. It is better to fix it right the first time.”

The Board considered relining the pipe instead of replacing it, but concerns arose regarding how long that remedy would last, in addition to the fact that relining the pipe did not address replacing the manhole, which is disintegrating. The Board voted unanimously to participate with the GRSD project and replace the pipe as part of their project, with a shared cost for engineering. Because the Township agreed to participate in the project, the GRSD will replace the manhole as a part of the GRSD project.

The Board also agreed to purchase eight 1 terabyte back-up hard drives for the office computers at a cost of $640 each.

Treasure Jack Rogers stated that the computers have had issues with lost information and he felt that the back-up drives were necessary to provide security for the Township’s data.

The Board approved the purchase and installation of window darkening film for the eight, high placed windows in the Board meeting room. It was stated that the bright sun streaming in through the high windows makes it difficult to conduct daytime meetings in the room. The estimated cost for the film was $574.

The next regular meeting of the Township Board is Monday, June 20, at 7 p.m. at Township Hall.

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hikaming Township has a new, parttime Building and Zoning Administrator.

At a Special Meeting Tuesday, May 31, the Chikaming Township Board of Directors approved the hiring of Richard R. Kubsch to take over the position on a temporary basis. They also approved putting off hiring Williams & Works, a professional planning group consulting on site plan reviews, and that a Request for Proposal (RFP) will be put out for other companies to apply.

The Building and Zoning Administrator position needed to be filled due to the former Administrator, Teresa Priest, leaving the position.

Township Supervisor Wayne Warner explained that important tasks were piling up and not getting done as a result of no one filling the position. He said that there were things that weren’t happening that “needed to happen,” as contractors were requesting permits from the Township.

Kubsch was brought in for an introduction, as well as a question and answer session from residents. He said he’d been working as a Zoning Administrator for the last four years in Oronoko Township in Berrien Springs, Michigan.

He said he’s taken the zoning administrator course offered

by Michigan State University, which is a weeklong process, as well as both the citizen planner and master citizen planner course, which makes him a master citizen planner.

In addition, Kubsch said he’s also certified in formbased code, which he said is something that one wouldn’t find “too many people doing” that in his profession.

During the Public Comments portion of the meeting, residents spoke of their concerns for transparency as well as the timing of the hiring of Kubsch. Resident Jill Underhill asked what the rush was to hire Kubsch, as they could wait another week.

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if we don’t do this tonight,” she said.

Warner reiterated that things that “need to happen aren’t happening within the department now,” and that it was imperative that they got someone in the position right away.

The process with how Kubsch was hired was also a concern, with resident Scott Rappe asking why anyone from the Zoning Board of Appeals or the Planning Commission was involved with not interviewing Kubsch. Warner explained that they didn’t mean to exclude anyone and that the Township Board did participate in three to four hours of interviews with the candidate at “separate points,” and that they felt he was the best one for the job.

“We felt we needed to get this person onboard before the possibility of not getting them,” he said.

Warner added that they did advertise for the position in the local newspapers as well as on the MTA website and other places; however, they only received two responses.

He said that the other person wasn’t qualified.

The hiring of Williams & Works was also a concern, as resident Jerry Kohn wanted to know why they were now hiring an outside firm to handle site plan review.

“If you hire someone strong enough to do the job, you don’t need someone else in the mix,” he said, and added that there has never been a need before Trustee Rich Sullivan echoed residents’ concerns, asking Warner why they didn’t involve the Planning Commission or ZBA in the interview process. From the get-go, Sullivan said, there should’ve been a committee for interviewing candidates, something he said he stated to Warner previously.

“We need to win back the community’s trust,” he said, saying he had a problem with the process.

In addition to not involving the Planning Commission and ZBA, Sullivan said he also had a problem with he himself not being included in the process.

He said that he was called by Warner to meet with Kubsch

after Warner and Clerk Paula Dudiak had already met with him, and that neither he nor Trustee Bill Marske or Treasurer Liz Rettig had met with him beforehand.

Sullivan went on to say that, while he had no problem hiring a Building and Zoning Administrator for a parttime position, he did have a problem with having just made a budget to the public that told the public that they were going to have a fulltime Building and Zoning Administrator. It was revealed

by Warner that Priest is still performing clerical work as well as being a greeter in the office, although Sullivan said he’d been under the impression that she was removed from the position. It was also revealed that Priest was still handling building permits. Sullivan said he wanted to know where the money was coming from to hire Kubsch, as they were already spending that money on Priest being reassigned as a clerk and greeter.

“We had money budgeted that was supposed to be for the Building and Zoning Adminsitrator, and now we’re using it for someone who’s a greeter and phone answerer. Now, we want to hire someone part-time as Building and Zoning Administrator,” he said.

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ullivan questioned why someone who had caused problems within a department was now still performing work in that department, and that if it was the Board’s job to hire Priest, then why did it never come before the Board to reassign her. He said he met with Utility Coordinator Julie Schroeder, who informed him that she was told it was “her call” to remove the Zoning Administrator and reassign her.

Board members agreed to hire Kubsch on a temporary basis, and that they would reevaluate him in three to six months. This way, Warner said, they could have leeway to hire someone else should they be more qualified for the position. It would also give Kubsch a chance to meet with all the Township boards.

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e/MAX and Chikaming Open Lands collaborated to offer a balloon ride as an auction item at their annual Barn Party fundraising event in September.

Eileen and Rich Kochanny gave the top bid in a field of not-so-brave bidders, all of whom dropped out at the first hint of winning. Rich and Eileen got their pay back with Re/Max last Thursday on a slightly balmy, windy day that required them to move the launch from Buchanan to Berrien Springs.

A convoy of onlookers and helpers followed the balloon truck in wild anticipation of the launch. Wine cocktails and hors d’ oeuvres eased the tension slightly. Eileen and Rich abstained as well as Devon Cook, the pilot from the Re/Max Team Flight.

The balloon was wrestled out of the huge bag and stretched out on the football practice field. The 175- pound basket was unloaded from the truck and seemed amazingly heavy for a balloon to carry. The gas burner and fan were placed strategically for inflating the balloon. All hands were used for stretching out the balloon fabric, and the fan and burner fire began. Stretched out, the balloon took shape and revealed its 50-foot Re/Max logo. Upon reaching the critical point of inflation, the pilot prompted Eileen and Rich to leap into the basket with him, and their take-off began.

They flew about five miles, over Lake Chapin, and landed in a newly planted field that did not make the owner happy.

Cook explained to the man that they had little choice, as the surroundings would have been dangerous (he got over it). It was an amazing sight and an experience that Rich and Eileen will never forget, nor the rest of the witnesses on the ground as we saw that beautiful creature floating away into the skyline.

The balloon event ended at Greenbush Brewery where two birthdays were celebrated: John Natsis’ and Maureen Culp’s. She and husband Vaughn had just returned from a 16-day trip through the Baltic, which was a piece of geography that was integral to Vaughn’s three volume book series called “The Legacy of Broken Oaths,” under his pen name, Vaughn Roycroft.

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Shots fired on Silver Beach on Memorial Day

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Hinduism lesson at the library

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n Monday night at the New Buffalo Township library David Tidwell from Lake Michigan College spoke to a packed room of people in the Pokagon room. He talked about the different Hindu gods, beliefs, and stages of Hindu life. If anyone wanted to read and find out more about the Hindu Faith Tidwell suggested for people to check out the Ramayana or the Veda.

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hat if no one, absolutely no one, runs for City Council in the next election?

If you ask me, it would be the perfect way for the citizens of New Buffalo to show our leaders they’ve had enough of the petty bickering and arguing that has brought this city to a standstill, not to mention widespread ridicule.

Seriously, who would volunteer for this mess if they know they will be drummed out of office in a year or two (by the other side) no matter what they do or don’t do?

If Planning Commissioner Ray Kirkus is successful in getting enough signatures to put his effort to dump New Buffalo City Council members Lou O’Donnell and John Peterson on the ballot, our little corner of Southwest Michigan will soon be dragged through its third recall in the last two-plus years.

In May of 2014, Mayor Migs Murray and councilman Ray Lawson were successfully recalled by the voters.

In May of 2015, it was now former Mayor Pete Weber’s turn. Weber easily survived the recall, only to recently resign because of health issues.

Maybe O’Donnell and Peterson are wrong for not firing city manager Rob Anderson for running up legal bills.

Maybe not. But there’s a bigger picture here: The fact that every new recall delays meaningful progress in this town, which needs it badly.

Soon, the only thing New Buffalo will be able to boast about is that it

leads the nation in recall elections since 2014. And, by the way, bullheadedness, shortsightedness and incompetency (depending on which side you’re on) by its elected and non-elected (city managers) officials.

While other nearby towns innovate and renovate (Exhibit A: Michigan City), what New Buffalo does best is recall its politicians, file lawsuits, tear down buildings, lose population and argue, argue, argue.

The goal of Team New Buffalo was to get our officials, building owners and landlords to stop all this bickering and work for positive change. My wife and I now realize how tremendously naïve we were to attend the National Michigan Main Street Conference in Detroit at our own expense in the hope that our group could help bring in outside talent to mend this broken city. The response we got from New Buffalo officials ranged from outright hostility to total indifference. We’ve got this, we were told. We know what we’re doing.

How is that plan working so far?

As our downtown business district continues to deteriorate and the discord shows no sign of abating I feel sorry for the people of New Buffalo. For this I blame all the officials past and present who have decided that they and only they have the answer to our problems. Never mind what the other side wants. For this, I blame the officials who’d rather file a lawsuit or drum up another recall than sit down and work things out together—like adults.

— GARY REINMUTH NEW BUFFALO

Democracy is when the indigent, and not the men of property, are the rulers.

—Aristotle

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ollowing the firing of multiple shots over Memorial Day weekend at Silver Beach in St. Joseph, Michigan, Berrien County officials announced that they plan to step up security at the popular destination.

On the evening of Monday, May 30, at approximately 9 p.m., multiple shots rang out at the north end of the beach near the restroom area.

Hundreds of people were still on the beach enjoying the holiday weekend when the trouble began. Earlier in the evening, police had been called to the scene because of an alleged argument between a group of people from Benton Harbor and two Elkhart residents, Velver Robinson and Deontae Harris. Once the situation was thought to be under control, the officers left. The police officer assigned to the beach had also completed his shift at 8 p.m. and left for the day.

Reportedly 10 to 15 shots were fired from a handgun by Robinson, who allegedly shot into the crowd. No one was hit or injured. Robinson was arrested at the scene and later charged with alleged assault with a dangerous weapon and being a felon in possession of a firearm, both of which are felonies. He was also charged with reckless discharge of a firearm, a misdemeanor. The assault charge carries a possible fouryear prison sentence and the possession charge has a maximum two-year prison sentence. Berrien County Trial Judge Dennis Wiley set bond at $100,000 cash at his arraignment Tuesday, May 31.

The second man involved in the incident, Harris, was also arrested and charged with two counts of allegedly carrying a concealed weapon, which stemmed from deputies discovering two illegal handguns in his car. Judge Wiley set Harris’s bond at $50,000 cash at his arraignment, also on Tuesday.

Wiley scheduled preliminary hearings for both men and also set 24-hour curfews confining them to their residence, except to travel to and from work and court, if they posted bond and were released from the county jail.

Berrien County Sheriff Paul Bailey stated after the shooting: “I went there, when I was responding to where the shots were coming from I thought I would probably find someone was shot. There were a lot of people down on the beach. I would say several hundred. So you had a lot of people yelling and screaming and running after the shots were fired.”

On Tuesday, County Administrator Bill Wolfe and Sheriff Paul Bailey, Parks Director Brian Bailey and other St. Joseph officials met to discuss a new strategy for park security. They pledged increased patrols by both Berrien County Sherriff Deputies and St. Joseph Police at the popular beachfront park, which drew more than 30,000 out-of-county visitors last summer.

Bailey said of the planned increased security, “We’re going to come up with a game plan…yes, I think, to put additional people down there. This is a beautiful beach in downtown St. Joseph. It’s just mind-boggling that people want to come here and create problems.”

This incident is not the first one of bad behavior at the beach. Last July 4, five people were arrested after a crowd became unruly at the fireworks, reportedly throwing beer bottles across the beach and disturbing the peace. Silver Beach Park is an alcohol-free park and officers are authorized to search any coolers for alcohol.

Officers responding to the scene of the shooting were Berrien Count Sherriff Department, St. Joseph Police Department and St. Joseph Township and Lincoln Township Police. Medic 1 ambulance was on standby at the scene of the incident.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Department at 269-983-7111 ext. 7224. — COMPILED BY LINDA HENDERSON

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C & A Arborist to present Oak Wilt Program

& A Arborists, Inc. will be presenting a presentation on Oak Wilt at the Three Oaks Library Friday, June 10, between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m.

All community members are welcome. The presentation will explain what oak wilt is, how to diagnosis it, how it spreads and prevention and treatment.

C & A Arborists, Inc. is located at 19271 South Lakeside Road in New Buffalo. They can be reached at 269-756-9172. — STAFF REPORTS

Free food for low income residents of Chikaming, New Buffalo and Three Oaks Townships The Episcopal Church of the Mediator will be hosting Feeding America West Michigan’s mobile pantry truck on Tuesday June 14th. The address is 14280 Red Arrow Highway, Harbert, MI 49115. The distribution starts at 3 p.m. and is sponsored by The Pokagon Fund.

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t’s not often that an opening can be as dramatic as the one for the new Alchemy Gallery, which was held Saturday, June 4.

Located in the Horizon Bank building in Harbert, the gallery was purchased by Brandon Nelson, who also owns Trilogy in Three Oaks. Wood is also the former owner/operator of Ipso Facto antiques, and he has retained ownership of that building as well. He is not timid when it comes to expanding his businesses, as he has since leased that space to Mazett from Lakeside.

Lovely as the Horizon Bank building was, Nelson was not satisfied with its interior space. Working with his wife for four months, he redesigned it. There was no question about the success of all of this Herculean effort on Saturday night, when hundreds swooped into the magnificent building and the fabulous collections inside.

Collaborating with him in the space are Freeman Braswell and Laura Soskin, both of whom are seasoned designers with one-of-akind antique collections that are a part of Alchemy’s merchandise presentation.

“We think we had 350 people here,” said Soskin, who was overwhelmed by the crowds, which were all a result of “word of mouth.”

A phalanx of servers delivered hors d’ oeuvres throughout the evening. An extraordinary thing then happened: A van rolled up with complimentary fish tacos for the still hungry guests. Shots of Kettle One in tiny glasses were poured over berries.

Alchemy is located at 13696 Red Arrow Highway in Harbert, next to the Swedish Bakery and Luisa’s Cafe. Call 269-426-0108 for more information. Current hours of operation are: Friday, noon to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Laura Soskin Design appointments can be made by calling 847-525-9955.

Freeman Braswell is also available by appointment at 312-636-4399.

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New Ruffled Feather caters to the eclectic

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ccording to owner Alisha Reitz, stepping into The Ruffled Feather is like stepping into one’s own living room.

Upon first entering the retail and consignment shop, guests will notice that all items and furniture are placed strategically around the front room, as Reitz said she tried to “stage” everything so that it mirrored how it looked in her own home.

“I love doing this – setting things up,” she said, and added that she’s always rotating furniture around at home. “It’s not just putting stuff in a room.”

In addition to arranging items, Reitz also said she loves collecting unique and vintage finds. It’s a passion that led her to open her new shop.

“I thought, I need to turn my hobby into a profession,” said Reitz.

The shop features an array of eclectic items, such as furniture and home items, paintings, antiques and children’s consignment clothing. Browsing the front and back rooms of the shop, guests could find anything, from a vintage German clock to a Dr. Pepper crate to Alisha Reitz stands in the front room an antique floor lamp. Kitchen items, of her new store, The Ruffle Feather such as wine goblets and tea kettles, are located in the front of the shop.

A children’s corner is located in the back and features the two long racks of consignment clothing.

Handmade items are also scattered throughout the shop. A mother who homeschools, Reitz pointed out the rooster pillows she made with her children. There’s also handmade custom jewelry by Amber Smith of Amber Smith’s Designs, Happy Cloud Healing Jewelry by Kara and Grace Gessler, as well as tooth fairy pillows by graphic designer Sandra Martin of smdesigns.

Reitz said she accepts a variety of itmes from people; however, what she usually accepts is based on what is “needed at the time.” Most importantly, she’s on the hunt for items that can’t be A vintage lamp sits near a window found anywhere else. in The Ruffled Feather “One of my greatest compliments was when I heard someone in here say, ‘Every time I turn around, I see something I haven’t seen before,’” said Reitz.

The Ruffled Feather is located at 18853 West US 12 in New Buffalo Township.

It’s open Thursday, Friday and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. or by appointment. For more information, call 269-929-6240.

WEDNESDAY PIPE ORGAN CONCERT SERIES WEDNESDAY PIPE ORGAN CONCERT SERIES Regional musical artists will be Regional musical artists will be featured organists at featured organists at the noon the noon Wednesday PipeWednesday Organ Concert Series Pipe Organ Concertat Series at the First Congregational the First Congregational Church of Michigan City, Church of Michigan City, Indiana.

Indiana. The Church is home to an 1891 Roosevelt The Church is home to an 1891 tracker pipe organ. The church is tracker located 531 Roosevelt pipeatorgan.

The church is located at 531at Washington Street. The noon concerts begin Washington Street. The noon 12:15 pm central time. concerts begin at 12:15 pm central time.

The 15th season concert series runs June 8 through The 15th season concert series Aug. 24, 2016. Performing organists Ann24, 2016. runs June 8 include through Aug. Performing include Taylor Dobie, Stephen Schnurr, Markorganists Sudeith, CarolAnn Taylor Dobie, Stephen Schnurr, Mark Sudeith, Carol Garrett, Kent Jager, Br. Matt Ben Garrett, Kent Jager, Br. Ben Basile, Derek Nickels, Wolfgang Rubsam, Basile, Derek Nickels, Wolfgang Rubsam, Matt Gerhard, Gerhard, Carey Scheck, Steven Lee Meyer guests.and guests.

CareyBuzard, Scheck, Steven Buzard,and Lee Meyer The portrait of Ann Dobie was painted by Michigan City artist Connie Kassal.

The portrait of Ann Dobie was painted by Michigan City artist Connie Kassal.

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From the Bleachers COLUMN BY KURT MARGGRAF IN CHICAGO

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Muhammad Ali passed away last Friday at the age of 74.

Possibly the most famous athlete of his generation, he won an Olympic gold medal in 1960 and became heavyweight champion of the world in 1964. He was born Cassius Clay in Louisville, Kentucky and changed his name to Muhammad Ali when he joined the Nation of Islam. His legend began when he was a kid and someone stole his bike. The story goes that he ran into a policeman who asked him where he was going. Cassius replied that he was going to beat up the kid that stole his bike and the cop told him he should learn how to fight before going after anyone. The policeman, who owned a gym, had young Cassius come to the gym and learn to box and the rest is history.

I had a similar personal experience but it didn’t turn out the same way. When I was in sixth grade, an acquaintance did something that embarrassed me. I got really mad and chased him, but couldn’t catch him. I was so angry that I continued to chase him, every time I saw him, for a couple of years. By the time I finally caught him, my anger was long gone but his was at a peak. He was completely tired of being chased so he finally stood up for himself and proceeded to kick my butt. Some of the best lessons in life are more painful than others.

Back in those days boxing was huge. My father and I used to go to our neighbor’s to watch the Friday night fights on one of the few television sets in the neighborhood. When there was a heavyweight championship fight, I would listen on the radio and the descriptions were so vivid that I felt like I was there. I remember listening to Rocky Marciano defeat Archie Moore and Ingemar Johansson upset Floyd Patterson. A few years later, in 1965, I went with some friends to the Capital Theater in Chicago to watch a closed circuit broadcast of Sonny Liston versus Muhammad Ali in their rematch for the championship. I’m pretty sure the cost of the ticket was $3.25. The fight ended quickly, and not without controversy, with Ali knocking out Liston with a “phantom” punch less than two minutes into the fight.

Ali’s life was filled with controversy, from joining the Nation of Islam to refusing to join the Army after being drafted to taunting his opponents, Ali was a master at stirring people’s emotions. He lived with Parkinson’s for the final thirty years of his life. He was a great and charismatic champion.

He “floated like a butterfly and stung like a bee.” He fought in some of the most famous fights of all time, the “Rumble in the Jungle” and the “Thrilla in Manilla.” He made a difference.

Ali said “ Friendship....is not something you learn in school. But if you haven’t learned the meaning of friendship, you really haven’t learned anything.” Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

River Valley softball wins PHOTOS BY NATALIE CACIOPPO

Madi Whitlow pitches in the Regional Championship game on June 4.

The Mustangs won 15-0 against Michigan Lutheran taking the title.

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Jarek Hotwagner pitches in the Regional championship game on June 4. The Bison lost 2-0 against Lake Michigan Catholic

Bison lose district title game in nailbiter

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fter shutting out Eau Claire in Saturday’s district tournament, the Bison baseball team lost a nail biter to Lake Michigan Catholic in the championship game. The score was 2-0.

A couple of fielding miscues by the Bison in the fourth inning opened the door for the only runs to score in what turned out to be a

pitching duel.

The two hits for the Bison were from Travis Maddux and Tyler Maddux.

New Buffalo tried rallying in the 6th inning when Ryan Butler and Rylee Fournier drew walks, but the inning ended with a ground out to shortstop and a pop up to first base.

LMC never made a fielding error and Jarek Hotwagner pitched three shutout innings for the Bison, who had advanced to the title game with a 10-0 victory over Eau Claire.

Tyler Maddux gave up one hit and had seven strikeouts during his four innings on the mound while Travis Maddux closed out the game with one shutout inning.

Among the highlights on offense was a triple to the left field fence by Isaiah Ripley and RBI’s singles by Fournier and Nick Bowen in the first inning.

Masun McGreehan and Travis Maddux also had two singles for the Bison also helped on offense with a single from Seth Margaritis.

Travis Maddux pitches in the The Bison, much improved from Regional championship game early in the season, notched five on June 4. The Bison lost 2-0 consecutive victories before the tough against Lake Michigan Catholic. loss to LMC.

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Class of 2016 lauded for perseverance, academic achievements at graduation

Guest speaker, superintendent Mark Westerburg, gives his words of encouragement during the ceremony

Graduates prepare to take the traditional graduation march

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA IN NEW BUFFALO

hen New Buffalo Area Schools Superintendent Mark Westerburg first arrived at New Buffalo, the New Buffalo High School Class of 2016 was just embarking on their middle school careers.

“You were sixth-graders when I got here seven years ago,” said Westerburg at their graduation ceremony, which took place in the high school gym Sunday, June 5.

Westerburg, who will be leaving the school district in a few weeks for a superintendent position at the Willits School District in Willits, California, and was chosen as this year’s guest speaker, recounted how much the class has accomplished since they first entered through the doors of the conjoined middle/high school building.

“They interact, they know how to behave, they take care of each other, they support each other,” he said. “These are fine examples of young adults, and they’re going out to set their course.”

Westerburg said the entire class, which numbers 60 students, has completed 700 college credits.

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Tori Mchugh shakes the hands of New Buffalo Area Schools Board members

Emily Lord hugs Superintendent Mark Westerburg

Ashley Yuan receieves her diploma

Senior class officers Lillian Arp and Hana Bradbury during the traditional handing over the totem pole

Senior boys sit on one half of the of the floor of the gym

Mariah Artz embraces teacher Tracy Ripley while teacher Amy Ingle looks on

The high school band performs With Quiet Courage

Diploma in hand, Calla Beers steps down from the stage

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Anna Bardusk embraces Superintendent Mark Westerburg

Mariah Scissom shakes the hands of New Buffalo Area Schools Board members

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High School Principal Guy Reece speaks during the ceremony

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colleges in 17 states, such as Washington, Indiana, Ohio and Alaska, as well as “every other college in Michigan,” including the Upper Peninsula.

T Daniel Balich and Rachael Kellerstrass look back on freshman year

Junior class co-president Andrew Keller speaks during the traditional handing over of the totem pole

Cody Looney steps down from the stage after recieving his diploma

Isiah Ripley and Leah Walters reflect on senior year

Nina Gropp steps down from the stage after recieving her diploma

Liam Armstrong embraces teacher Tracy Ripley

Senior scholars are introduced

his year, there were 21 Senior Scholars.

They are: Lillian Arp, Calla Beers, Leonard Artz, Marques Artz, David Armstrong, Emily Lord, Mariah Scissom, Hana Bradbury, Nina Gropp, Daniel Balich, Ashley Yuan, Tori McHugh, Ylana Padgett, Nicholas Bowen, Hannah Dryden, Jenna Brickheimer, Leah Walters, Rebekah Folino, Rachael Kellerstrass, China Bendiner and Masun McGreehan.

Most importantly, Westerburg said the class has never given up in reaching their goals.

“The important thing is, you persevered,” he said.

“You did what you had “You were sixthto do to get here.” graders when I got Members of the here seven years class of 2016 are: ago,” said Westerburg Kenneth Adams at their graduation III, Zachary Andre, ceremony, which David Armstrong, took place in the Lillian Arp, Leonard high school gym Artz, Mariah Artz, Sunday, June 5...

Marques Artz, Daniel Most importantly, Balich, Anna Bardusk, Westerburg said Maria Baughman, the class has never Calla Beers, China given up in reaching Bendiner, Benjamin their goals...“The Borucki, Nicholas important thing is, Bowen, Hana you persevered,” he Bradbury, Jenna said. “You did what Brickheimer, Lauren you had to do to get Cawley, Jordin here.”

Drewes, Hannah Dryden, Xochitl Eudave, Cameron Evans, Samantha Farmer, Rebekah Folino, Rylee Fournier, Hunter Geisler, Miranda Geisler, William Geisler, Shelby Goldman, Brendan Grilec, Nina Gropp, Cameron Hoch, Jarek Hotwagner, Noe Huizar, Rachael Kellerstrass, Theodore Kissman, Qiana Lomax, Cody Looney, Emily Lord, Monica Lowery, Travis Maddux, Tyler Maddux, Jared Maniscalco, Rebecca Manolovits, Masun Mc-Greehan, Tori McHugh, Destiny Mitchell, Eve O’Halloran, Avery Owens, Ylana Padgett, Ashley Penny, Brian Rettig, Isaiah Ripley, Mariah Scissom, Eric Selby, Christian Smith, Summer Stark, Leah Walters, Amber Weers, Collin White, Megan Wilkinson, Chelsea Williams, Len Williams and Ashley Yuan.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2016 Booths line Merchant and Thompson streets

Locals, visitors enjoy first New Buffalo Farmers Market

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arm temperatures and blue skies reigned during the first New Buffalo Farmers Market of the season, which took place Thursday, June 2.

Vendors with a variety of products lined Merchant and Thompson streets in downtown New Buffalo, from produce to meats and seafood to baked goods/ desserts to crafts and clothing.

Live entertainment was provided

by Keith Scott, who strummed his guitar as people browsed the booths. As a special treat, the first 100 people to gain entrance to the market received a “market bag” to carry with them while shopping.

According to New Buffalo Business Association Executive Director Cathi Rogers, the 48-vendor market is still growing, as she said she plans on having 5055 vendors a week. In addition, she said that the entertainment will vary from week to week, and that she also plans on having activities for children.

“Vendors had a great day – and it can only get better,” she said.

Rogers said she was particularly pleased to see the downtown area bustling with people on a weekday night.

“I’m really pleased to see the community come out and enjoy this on a Thursday night,” she added.

The Farmers Market will take place every Thursday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. through Sept. 8.

Keith Scott provides the entertainment for the evening

Dawn Stump at Pam’s Pantry booth

Aylamethyst Soap’s Ayla Batton with mom Jody Froelich

Don and Cheryl Plomann of Best Buddies Pantry

Emma Bertsche browses the racks of the Boho Pretty Mobile Boutique

Emily Beck gets some help with her dessert from the Mother Wilma’s Marshmellow Factory booth

Vince Spina and Andrea Georgion of The Rolling Stonebaker

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Cathy O’s booth at the market

Celebrate the red, white and blue during Flag Day weekend

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he Village of Three Oaks will host their 64th annual Flag Day celebration the weekend of June 10-12. The parade steps off on North Elm Street Sunday at 3 p.m. Billed as the largest in the United States, the parade will feature floats, tractors, motorcycles, festive characters, marching bands and much more.

In addition to the parade, the weekend is filled with family-friendly activities.

Saturday is a fun day for the kids, with a pet parade at 11 a.m. at Dewey Canon Park and a peddle pull at 1 p.m. on Saturday is a fun day for the Maple Street near Dewey Canon kids, with a pet parade at 11 Park. Pets of all types will be judged a.m. at Dewey Canon Park and on good grooming, their personality, a peddle pull at 1 p.m. on Maple the condition of their coats, if they’re Street near Dewey Canon disciplined as well as if they can perform Park. Pets of all types will be any special tricks. Costumes are not judged on good grooming, encouraged. Small priced entertainment their personality, the condition for kids will be Saturday from 12 p.m. of their coats, if they’re to 8 p.m. and on Sunday from 12 p.m. disciplined as well as if they to 6.p.m. at St. Mary’s Field. The Three can perform any special tricks.

Oaks Talent Show will take place at 3:30 Costumes are not encouraged. p.m. at the School of American Music Outdoor Theater in Dewey Canon Park.

Art in the Park will be held Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. in Carver Park, which is located at the stoplight in downtown Three Oaks. Enjoy fireworks Saturday beginning at 10 p.m. from St. Mary’s field.

There will be three days of live entertainment at the Three Oaks Flag Day Entertainment Tent at the Three Oaks American Legion Post 204 located at 204 West Linden Street. Bands that will be performing are: Crowhaven from 8 p.m. to midnight Friday; Hired Hands from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Saturday and High Noon from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m., Saturday. Cap off the weekend on Sunday with the music of Ol’ Style Band from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. There is a $5 cover charge at the tent, on Friday and Saturday. — COMPILED BY LINDA HENDERSON

Three Oaks Farmers Market now open

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hoppers and visitors can find fresh produce, flowers, gourmet food items, and hand crafted treasures at the Three Oaks Farmers Market. Open rain or shine, the market can be found at the corner of Central and Elm streets in downtown Three Oaks. It is open May through October, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

St. Mary of the Assumption rummage sale

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t. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Three Oaks will hold a rummage sale Flag Day weekend Friday, June 10 and Saturday, June 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shoppers will find quilting materials, kitchenware, household goods, clothing and much more. St Mary’s is located at 28 West Ash Street in Three Oaks. — STAFF REPORTS

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rtist, be part of Acorn Theater’s version of American Idol! and join the competition. The Acorn Theater is hosting its annual Singer Songwriter contest on Thursday, July 14; the submission deadline to participate is Thursday, June 23 at 11:59 p.m.

Ten finalist will be chosen from the pool of submissions. Those ten finalist will perform before an always enthusiastic audience and three judges, all of whom will choose the final winner. The three guest judges will help narrow down the 10 finalists to the top three. The audience will vote for the winner and runnerup. Cash prizes, sponsored by a private donor, totaling $1,100, will be awarded, plus performers will receive a professional-level recording of their performance that night, the top three will also be considered for other shows at the Acorn and at other surrounding events.

The submission fees are: two songs, $20, three songs $27 and four songs are $32. Entrants may have up to three people perform in their group. To learn more about the contest and to get full entry details, please send an inquiry email to singersongwriter2016@acorntheater.com or click on the Singer Songwriter tab at the top of the website, www.acorntheater.com. — COMPILED BY LINDA HENDERSON

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Patrick Donnelly, Isaiah Ripley, Mary Donnelly, Calla Beers and Mark Donnelly Carlene Patzka of Carlene’s Creations at her booth in the farmers market

First Friday in the Uptown Arts District

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riday, June 3, marked the first Friday of the month and the monthly art walk at the Uptown Arts District in Michigan City, Indiana. There were musicians performing on the street, a farmers’ market, an art gallery displaying work, live music, shops and boutiques that were open late and gorgeous weather. Families, tourists and art lovers filled the streets to enjoy an evening of art, music, and shopping. The Uptown Artist Lofts featured a gallery with work by the residents, and Canterbury Theatre had an open mic night for anyone who wanted to perform. For more information about the Uptown Arts District and future first Friday events, visit www.theuptownartsdistrict.com.

Beers, Ripley recipients of first Donnelly scholarship

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ew Buffalo High School Seniors Calla Beers and Isaiah Ripley were the first recipients of the Dan Donnelly Memorial Scholarship.

Beers and Ripley officially received the scholarship during the Saturday, May 25, New Buffalo High School Awards Night, with Mary Donnelly and former principal Ron Hart presenting.

There will be a softball tournament fundraiser for the scholarship in September.

12th annual “Revive Your Retreat” takes place

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n Saturday, June 4, Fredman Design Group in Union Pier held “Revive Your Retreat,” a full day of various workshops to help people create or revamp their homes.

There was also a book signing with author Marc Sievers, an in home accessory program introduction and an ultimate cottage garden demonstration by Chicago designer and landscape architect Jack Kreitinger.

For more information, visit www.fredmandesigngroup.com. Visit their Union Pier location at 15998 Red Arrow Highway in Union Pier.

People checking out the gallery at Artspace

Musicians playing live music on the sidewalk Jack Kreitinger speaking to the audience

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OBITUARIES David Wilson Springer 1917-2016

avid Wilson Springer, 99, of Lakeside, Michigan passed away peacefully, Friday afternoon, June 3, 2016 in the presence and comfort of his family in East Lake Nursing and Rehabilitation in Elkhart, Indiana.

David was born March 1, 1917 in Geraldine, Montana to William and Rosella (Cranfill) Springer. He married Dorothy Jean Riggs October 6, 1946 in Berrien County, Michigan. Together they were “two hearts that beat in three quarter time.” She preceded him in death in 2005. He was also preceded by two sons, Dean “Butch” Springer, Douglas Springer; sisters, Ethel, Gladys; four brothers, Walter, Jr., Clarence, John and LeRoy. David retired in 1984 as a Machinist at Whirlpool Corporation after thirtyfour years of service. He was a member of Michigan City Moose, Lodge #935, and was a Life Member of the National Rifle Association.

David will be greatly missed by family and friends. He is survived by one son, David W. Springer, of Fort Gibson, Oklahoma; one daughter and son in law Dianna and Bill Harris of Elkhart, Indiana; nine grandchildren, Brandi, Ricki, David, William III, Carley, Deana, Dana, Megan, Becky; numerous great grandchildren; one daughter in law, Danelle (Layman) Springer; one sister, Violet Dunkel; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Family and friends gathered Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. at the graveside for a brief service in Lakeside Cemetery, 5095 Lakeside Road, in Lakeside. Mr. Springer was laid to rest beside his beloved wife, Dorothy.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, Three Oaks, Michigan 49128. Please share a memory or a message online at www.wagnercares.com.

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Christopher A. Thompson 1960-2016

hristopher Arthur Thompson, age 56, late of Three Oaks, Michigan, and formerly of Joliet, Illinois passed away suddenly, Friday, June 3, 2016 from natural causes.

Born January 27, 1960 in Joliet, he was the son of Arthur and Marilyn (Smith) Thompson. He married his beloved wife, Jennifer Sara Thompson, in 2015.

She survives along with two daughters, Alexandra and Margaret; his mother, Marilyn Thompson of Joliet; two brothers, Jeff (Nancy) Thompson of Joliet, and David (Carla) Thompson of Coal City; one sister, Marianne (Joe) Haake of Joliet; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded by his father, Arthur Thompson, in 1996.

Chris was employed as the Executive Director of the Chikaming Open Lands Conservancy in Sawyer, Michigan for the last five years.

For 18 years while living in the Chicago area, Chris owned Event Management. He offered many jobs to local youth who helped him with the Food and Beverage at the Taste of Chicago. Those were challenging, but very fun times He was a graduate of St. Paul the Apostle Grade School and was the center for the Green Giants. He attended Joliet Catholic High School where he was the starting tight end for the 1977 and 1978 state champion football teams. He later received his undergraduate degree in Art and Anthropology, and Masters of Fine Arts degree from Northwestern University. While at Northwestern as a freshman Chris played football. He met Bill Draznik from Joliet on the football field freshman year and Bill introduced him to the ATO fraternity. Chris eventually became President of ATO and developed many lifelong friends through the fraternity.

Chris was an accomplished artist and to this day has many paintings hung from Chicago to the east coast.

He was the recipient of the Scholastic Gold Key Award, a Scholastic National Gold Medal for painting, the Rotary International Scholarship for Art, the Ford Foundation Arts Fellowship, the Quita Brodhead Memorial Award from the Wayne Art Center, and the Squirrel Gallery Award of Excellence.

Chris will be remembered for his dedication to preserving the natural beauty of Southwest Michigan and his appreciation for the arts. He was a wonderful husband, father, son, brother, athlete and most of all friend. His zest for life was unequalled. To him, a great restaurant, brew pub or backyard barbeque with friends was all he wanted. He loved to travel and he and his wife just recently returned from enjoying a safari honeymoon in Africa. He was in many ways a Renaissance Man. A brilliant thinker, he had a great head for business, and was a gifted artist. He was a loving and caring person who lit up every room he entered. His passion and enthusiasm for life and his chosen profession knew no bounds. He will long be remembered and sadly missed.

Visitation for Christopher Thompson was held on Tuesday, June 7, 2016 from 4- 8 p.m. at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet. A private memorial service for family will follow. Cremation rites will be accorded following services. Memorials in his name may be directed to the Chikaming Open Lands Conservancy. For information please call (815) 741-5500 or visit his Book of Memories at www.fredcdames.com.

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REMEMBERING CHRIS THOMPSON, CHIKAMING OPEN LANDS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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he popular Chris Thompson, Executive Director of the Chikaming Open Lands Conservancy, passed away unexpectedly Friday morning, June 3, from a massive heart attack.

Selected five years ago to be the new Executive Director of the Chikaming Open Lands Conservancy, Thompson hailed from Philadelphia, where he was with the Willis Ton Land Trust.

He directly credited with acquiring hundreds of new acreage for the preservation of precious farmland Chris Thompson with wife, Jennifer and forests in Southwest Michigan. He was known for patiently acquiring these new lands for the program. Recently, he was able to bring in the largest piece of land at 300 acres.

“His skills at land assessment and his ability to assess it in terms of its natural features with native plants and animals was but one of his outstanding skills,” said Board Member Jean Smith.

Thompson was affable, as well as a brilliant negotiator and excellent communicator for the Open Lands’ mission. He worked from the Open Lands offices in Sawyer (which he parlayed as a gift from The Pokagon Fund from the cramped Lakeside offices).

He also worked on the Chikaming Park Board and excelled in community relations. Additionally, he was additionally an accomplished artist, with works across the country in various collections.

Besides his wife Jennifer, Thompson is survived by his two daughters, Alexandra and Margaret, his mother Marilyn Thompson, two brothers Jeff and Bill, and a sister Joe. A visitation was held in Joliet, Illinois, at the Fred C. Dames funeral home Tuesday, June 7, from 4 to 8 p.m.

Local memorial services will be held at a future date.

“Chris Thompson’s contributions to the land that he loved will not soon go unforgotten and the trees and acres he acquired for the Chikaming Open Lands Conservancy will stand in his memory in perpetuity,” said George Lucas, former president of Chikaming Open Lands. — LAWRENCE VON EBELER

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Household Chemical Waste & Electronics Recycling Collection ACCEPTED ITEMS HOUSEHOLD CHEMICALS, ETC. Home, Garden, & Garage Chemicals from Berrien County residents only, no business waste - used motor oil & filters, gasoline, antifreeze, oil-based paint, stain, varnish, household & car batteries, cleaners, yard chemicals, paint thinner, outdated medicine, medical sharps, mercury items, compact fluorescent light bulbs & fluorescent tubes 8 ft. & shorter, photo chemicals, pool chemicals, adhesives, driveway sealer, poisons & more.

Donations are accepted to help defray chemical waste collection costs.

June 18, 2016 Saturday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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ELECTRONICS All consumer electronics; anything with a cord or runs on batteries. Recycling fee of $10/computer monitor; $20/television. No recycling fee on other electronics.

Materials collected and recycled by Green Earth Electronics Recycling, 3621 Tennis Court, St. Joseph, 269-326-1232.

ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED Gas grill propane tanks, fireworks, ammo, and latex paint. Latex paint can be dried out and placed with OTHER 2016 COLLECTION EVENTS regular household trash, leave lid off paint can. Tips for quickly drying latex paint at the website below, click • August 17, Wednesday, 3 - 7 p.m.: Love Creek Nature Center, 9292 Huckleberry “Paint”.

Rd., Berrien Center • September 24, Saturday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Silver Beach County Park, 101 Broad MORE INFORMATION St., below the bluff, St. Joseph Call Berrien County Parks Dept. 269-983-7111 x8234, • October 15, Saturday, 8 a.m. - 12 Noon: S.E. Berrien County Landfill Recycle Center, 3200 Chamberlain Rd., Buchanan or go to www.berriencounty.org/recycle

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CASEY’S INVITES TRIVIA NIGHT CHALLENGERS, TEAM FML WINS THREE-PEAT

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uesday’s Trivia Nerd Night at Casey’s in New Buffalo is providing some fun competition among the various and changing teams of players.

For the past three weeks, Team FML has dominated the games and proudly holds the bragging rights as the number one team. Other teams have put up a challenge and come within points of taking the win, but team FML has prevailed. FML’s core players are Sammy Cushway and Catherine Davis, with different people joining them each week; Catherine’s mom, Diane Davis, provided insightful answers this week and aided in the Three-peat.

Catherine and Diane Davis The trivia teams may have up with Sammy Cushway to five players each. Host Joseph Horak reads a series of nine questions during the eight-game challenge.

Categories included in each of the eight games are: General Knowledge, Sports, History, Geography, Pop ‘80s and Photo Identifications. No cell phones, googling or phone-a-friend are allowed, as players rack their brains for what are sometimes very challenging answers. As the night progresses, each team focuses on the win: a $20 Casey’s gift card and bragging rights.

The games began at 9 p.m. All are welcome to join the competition.

— LINDA HENDERSON

Clean Sweep to help rid individuals of unwanted pesticides

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ichigan farmers, greenhouse operators, golf courses, pesticide retailers, and individuals can safely dispose of unwanted pesticides for free on Wednesday, June 29.

The registration deadline is June 15, two weeks prior to the event. Registration forms and more information about the local event can be obtained at www.berriencounty.org/recycle by clicking on “Clean Sweep Pesticide Collections” or by calling Jill Adams, Berrien County Environmental Property Manager, at 269-983-7111 x8234. Forms are also at Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren County MSU-Extension and Conservation District offices.

Accepted items are pesticides which include all the classes of “- cides” fungicides, herbicides, insecticides, and rodenticides. Fertilizers are not accepted as part of Clean Sweep unless they are a component of a pesticide formulation.

This collection is not for empty pesticide container recycling.

The Clean Sweep Program is funded by a Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development grant. The June 29 collection will take place in Benton Harbor. Upon registration, participants will be given directions to the event location and an appointment time to drop off pesticides.

For more information about the MDARD Clean Sweep Program, visit www. michigan.gov and search for “Clean Sweep Program.”

The other Clean Sweep drop-off site in the region is located in Kalamazoo at the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center. The Kalamazoo HHW Center is open year round. For more information, visit www.kalcounty.com/hhw or call 269-373-5211. — STAFF REPORTS

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NEW BUFFALO TOWNHOME AND BOAT SLIP Recently updated, 2 Bedroom, 1.5 bath, Roof Top deck, 1 car garage and a 50 Ft. Boat Slip adjacent to the unit. Located on the harbor, within a gated community. Asking $283,000, available immediately.

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LOOKING TO RENT NEW BUFFALO ON A PERMANENT BASIS Studio or one bedroom apt.

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FISH FOR STOCKING Most Varieties For Pond Lakes Call Laggis’ Fish Farm 269-628-2056 DAYS 269-624-6215 EVENINGS.

HELP WANTED

ACCOUNTING HELP WANTED Accounting. Quick Books online Phone/text 269-876-7452.

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.

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.

AD SALES PERSON WANTED Outdoor Advertising Markets: New Buffalo, La Porte, Michigan City, Bridgman, St. Joseph, MI Phone/text 269-876-7452.

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.

UNION PIER Divisible 3,200 square feet Coffee/ Bakery/Office /Commercial Phone or Text 269-876-7452.

CAREGIVERS Seeking experienced, responsible caregivers in your area. Based in St. Joseph, Home Helpers provides in-home, non-medical care for families throughout Berrien County.

Call 269-983-4800 or email 57554@ homehelpershomecare.com.

LAWN CARE SERVICE PERSONNEL For information, call 269-469-2340.

UNION PIER Divisible 8,000 square feet retail/office/commercial Phone or Text 269-876-7452.

MASSAGE THERAPIST Must have MI license and insurance.

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STUMP GINDING Pat’s Tree Service offers stump grinding for small and large stumps.

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NEW BUFFALO Skills needed: Climbing, Patience, Flexible Schedule, Part Time, Outdoor work, Excellent Pay. Please call 269-469-8453 ARTIST Established gallery in downtown Sawyer,MI has exhibition space available. This is an opportunity to exhibit and sell your artwork in this unique space, originally a vaudeville theater. Spaces start at $100 a month and there is no gallery commission for work sold.

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FURNITURE FOR SALE

Solid Wood Dining Set: table/chairs, hutch and server $350.00. Solid wood bunk bed set w/ trundle desk and book shelf $300, Ping Pong tble w/acces $75, 6 outdr chairs/cushions $75. call/ txt 708-648-5019 or spetersfam@ sbcglobal.net

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HOROSCOPE JUNE 9-15, 2016

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 29-JUNE 4, 2016 MAY 29 Medic 1/Assist Other Agency (x2) Poss. Of Marijuana OUID MIPI Open Intox.

Private Property Damage Accident NB City Fire/Assist Other Agency Retail Fraud Welfare Check Larceny in Building False Alarm OUIL MAY 30 Medic 1/Assist Other Agency (x2) OWI Pokagon Tribal Police/Assist Other agency General Assist Dept. Public Works/Assist Other Agency Boating under the Influence Welfare Check/Dog in Car Welfare Check Belated MDOP MAY 31 General Assist Medic 1/Assist Other Agency (x2) Ordinance Violation/Dog at Large Property Damage Accident Pokagon Tribal Police/Assist Other Agency JUNE 1 Belated Private Property Damage Accident General Assist/Council Packet Delivery NB City Fire/Assist Other Agency VCSA Welfare Check/Dog in Car JUNE 2 Medic 1/Assist Other Agency Suspicious Situation False Alarm MIPI Furnishing liquor to a Minor NB Township PD/Assist Other Agency Chikaming Township PD/Assist Other Agency JUNE 3 Larceny Consuming Liquor where Prohibited Boat Inspection Motorist Assist JUNE 4 OUIL/High BAC Trespass Ordinance Violation/Loud Music

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6PM warmup followed by game. Ultimate Frisbee on a small field; High school age or older, for info txt 206-465-5875.

EVERY WEDNESDAY

PIPE ORGAN CONCERTS NOON (CST). First Congregational Church Building. 531 Washington St. Michigan City.

Enjoy the National treasure 1891 Roosevelt tracker pipe organ.

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

All are welcome.

MUSIC IN THE PARK 6PM. Township Memorial Park. New Buffalo.

No Pets or alcohol, please. Music begins at 7PM. June 15 Ol’ Style Band.

EVERY THURSDAY

NEW BUFFALO FARMERS MARKET 4-8PM. Merchant St off of Whittaker St. 888-660-6222. www.newbuffalo.org.

Kid and pet friendly. Live music while you shop.

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

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

EVERY FRIDAY

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

MUSIC IN THE PARK—THREE OAKS 6:30PM. Dewey Cannon Park. Downtown Three Oaks. www.harborarts.com.

June 11 is South Shore Concert Band.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, JUNE 10-14

64TH FLAG DAY WEEKEND, FIREWORKS & PARADE SAT 11PM Pet Parade. 1PM Peddle Pull in Dewey Canon Park. 3:30PM Talent Show at American Music Stage in Dewey Canon Park. 10PM Fireworks at St. Mary’s Field.

SUN 3PM World’s Largest Flag Day Parade in downtown Three Oaks. www.threeoaksflagday.com

FRIDAY, JUNE 10

OAK WILT PROGRAM

BY C. &. A. ARBORISTS 5:30-7:30PM. Three Oaks Library.

N Elm St. Three Oaks. 269-756-9172.

What is Oak wilt, how to diagnosis it, how it spreads, and prevention and treatment.

SATURDAY, JUNE 11

NATIONAL GET OUTDOORS DAY CELEBRATION 11AM-3PM CST. Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore campus @ the Dunes Learning Center. 700 Howe Rd. Porter, IN. 219395-9555. www.duneslearningcenter.org.

Experience nature and enjoy live music by the German Band. Guests encouraged to bring a gently used backpack donation to support the Center’s year-round education programs. All ages welcome. Advance registration is required. Admission is free.

HEARTLAND ALLIANCE HOME AND GARDEN TOUR 10AM-5PM. Begins in Lakeside. 312660-1344. www.homeandgardentour.com

EVERY 1ST & 3RD FRIDAY

FISH FRY 5-9PM. American Legion Post #169.

New Buffalo.

BREW AT THE ZOO 6-9PM CST. Washington Park Zoo. 115 Lake Shore. Michigan City. 219873-1510. www.washingtonparkzoo.com.

Beer, wine and food from regional breweries, wineries and restaurants. This is a 21 and over event.

EVERY SATURDAY-SUNDAY

SUNDAY, JUNE 12

STORYBOOK TRAILS New Buffalo Township Memorial Park.

Walk along trails a read stories with your children. Co-sponsored with New Buffalo Township Library.

SKIP’S OPEN-AIR EUROPEAN FARMERS’ MARKET 9AM-3PM. At the corner of Red Arrow Hwy & Lakeshore Rd. New Buffalo.

269-469-3341

EVERY SATURDAY

THREE OAKS’ FARMERS MARKET 9AM-2PM. Corner of Central & Elm. Downtown Three Oaks. www.threeoaksfarmersmarket.com.

YOGA CLASSES AT TOWNSHIP HALL 9:30-10:30AM. Township Hall.

17425 Red Arrow Hwy. New Buffalo Session are $10 per week.

SATURDAY NIGHTS ALIVE 6-8PM Corner of N. Whitaker and Merchant Streets. New Buffalo.

Enjoy jazz, country, reggae and more.

SECOND SUNDAY CONCERT 4PM. Fernwood Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve. 13988 Range Line Rd. Niles. 269-695-6491. www.fernwoodbotanical.org.

Vocalists The Three Divas perform.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JUNE 18 & 19

FATHER’S DAY WEEKEND AT HESSTON STEAM MUSEUM NOON-5PM CST. 1201 E 1000 North.

La Porte. IN

SUNDAY, JUNE 19

32ND ANNUAL FATHER DAY FESTIVAL NOON-6 PM. Lemon Creek Winery. 533 E Lemon Creek Rd. Berrien Springs. 269471-1321. www.lemoncreekwinery.com.

The information for these events is correct, as of the Tuesday before publication date. Please contact the events listed with any questions.

And please send us any events at events@ newbuffalotimes.com. Deadlines are the Fridays before the following week’s publication.

EVENTS

JUNE 2016 THURSDAY, JUNE 9

OPEN MIC NIGHT WITH HOST CHRIS KANG 8PM

FRIDAY, JUNE 10

FRANCES LUKE ACCORD OPENER CHRIS DUPONT 8PM

SUNDAY, JUNE 12

MICHELLE MALONE 7PM

TUESDAY, JUNE 21

DEVON ALLMAN BAND 8PM

THURSDAY, JUNE 23

LEE DEWYZE OPENER ANNA ROSE 8PM

THURSDAY, JUNE 23

SINGER SONGWRITER CONTEST 2016 SUBMISSION DEADLINE!, ALL SUBMISSIONS NEED TO BE IN BY 11:59PM

FRIDAY, JUNE 24

AN EVENING OF CHAPIN MUSIC FEATURING THE STEVE CHAPIN BAND 8PM

SUNDAY, JUNE 26

EMERGING ARTIST SERIES W/ MIDWEST HYPE AND ANDRE & THE GIANTS 5PM

ACORN THEATER 107 Generations Drive Three Oaks, Michigan WWW.ACORNTHEATER.COM

www.newbuffalotimes.com

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THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2016

Hobie Kayak and Eclipse Paddle board DEMO

June 16-4:00-7:00 michigan time

THE DOCK- East End of Eagle Lake Edwardsburg-Michigan Call 269-469-4210 for details