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Fire destroys centennial home PAGE 4 Parking priorities discussed at DDA meeting PAGE 4 School spirit and street signage discussed at Chikaming meeting PAGE 9

Local and national artists celebrated at Elsie Earl’s Studio PAGE 9

Cool cars enjoyed at monthly Car Cruise-in PAGE 11

Holistic lifestyle store opens quietly PAGE 13 LRSB sends SAC notifications PAGE 16

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A DAUGHTER AND HER FATHER… There is no superhero as strong as, no warrior as brave as, and no king as grand as her father.

Last weekend was free fishing day on the Galien River, and I so wished I could have thrown my hook in the water one more time with my father. It’s those special days that I always remember: going for a picnic and a swim at the Bevier Lake created from coal mining of the land, waiting for him to come out of the fields on a hot sunny day so the family could have dinner together.

My sister and I were so blessed to grow up in a “Tom Sawyer” type of world. In fact, our father and mother would take us to Hannibal every summer to explore the caves that Tom ventured. We helped Dad milk the cows (or rather, we got in his way; however, we were good at feeding the barn cats fresh milk every day).

My dad could do anything.

Harbor Country is a special place, where so many daughter and dad memories can be made. From spending an afternoon fishing, biking and kayaking on the Galien River (Outpost Sports can help you with all your outdoor needs), to exploring the beautiful Berrien County parks, to camping and enjoying s’mores, to spending the day in wine country, to enjoying $1 rides on the trains at Hesston Steam Museum (who doesn’t love the coolest train ride in Harbor Country?), to enjoying a day of golf at Whittaker Woods (a beautiful public golf course) or horseback riding at one of the many stables, there are so many choices. Pick up a Harbor Country Guide at retail shops and restaurants to plan a special weekend for your hero.

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FIRE DESTROYS CENTENNIAL HOME

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fire completely destroyed an historic farm house outside of Three Oaks, Michigan, the afternoon of Monday, June 5.

Located at 7253 West Kruger Road, the home had been in the same family for more than 100 years. Homeowners Norman and Joyce Herring were not injured during the fire. Norman was home alone when he noticed that the garage didn’t look right.

After discovering that flames were shooting up, he called 911. By the time firefighters arrived on the scene, the garage had collapsed and the home was engulfed in flames. For more than three hours, three fire departments battled the blaze. Three Oaks, Chikaming and Weesaw townships’ fire departments responded to the fire. No injuries were reported.

The home was built by Joyce’s uncle, Fred Gluth, who ordered the home from the mail-order, Modern Homes program, which was offered by Sears, Roebuck and Company from 1908 through 1940. — LINDA HENDERSON

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ounty Commissioner Ezra Scott (9th District) will hold an open information session on the Light House Creek Drain District apportionment schedules at New Buffalo Township Hall Thursday, June 15, from 4:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m.

The information will be available for residents of both New Buffalo Township and City of New Buffalo. This will give those who were unable to attend the meeting at the Berrien County Drain Commission office Wednesday, June 14, the opportunity to review their assessment for the upcoming Light House Drain project. There are two options for payment of assessments: the assessment may be paid in full within two weeks of the apportionment meeting or the assessment will go onto the property tax bill for residents in the drainage district.

The assessment schedule will be available at the Berrien County Drain Commission office located at the County Administration Building at 701 Main Street in St. Joseph Wednesday, June 14, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. — LINDA HENDERSON

Parking priorities discussed at DDA meeting

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ith the busy summer season almost in full swing, parking continues to be a high priority for New Buffalo’s Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Board of Directors.

At their Thursday, June 8, meeting, Board members learned that the City’s parking plan for the summer was nearly complete. According to New Buffalo Business Association Executive Director Cathi Rogers, who has been creating a parking map, they are still anticipating news on the possible usage of a land located on the corner of Whittaker and Buffalo streets that used to be the location of the former Joe Jackson’s Michigan Fruit Stand.

City Manager Dave Richards explained that they were nearly finished getting the communication agreement with one party involved with the property and getting the actual lease agreement with the other. He said they are still working through the indemnification language, as one party has requested what Richards said he perceives to be more “robust indemnification than is normal.”

If no agreement on the insurance language has been reached, he said he would take it to the City Council, asking them if they wanted to enter into the agreement based on their requests for the above normal indemnification.

Richards said the property would be able to fit about 90 parking spaces.

He added that while they weren’t making any major improvements to the lot, although they would be placing gravel in its center where the business used to be located to level it out. He said that there were several City crews lower 3-hour parking limit signs lanes for parking, and that they would from North Whittaker Street be lining those to help identify the parking areas. Along Buffalo Street, Richards said there’s a large area of the sidewalk that’s higher than the parking area, and that they would paint it with orange paint.

“It’s lent itself really well to additional parking,” he said of the property.

Parking enforcement within the downtown was also discussed. Currently, signs stating the hours for parking line North Whittaker Street; however, it has been discussed that they be lowered to make them easier to see. Richards said he believes that an effort has been made to lower the signs. DDA Chair Robert Kemper pointed out that switching to parallel parking would make it easier to decipher the signs, which was difficult to do with the current head-in parking.

Richards added that, in addition to enforcement, they would also be tackling the current “traffic flow problem” at the beach.

“It will alleviate a lot of problems having us attempt to do them both,” he said.

Also at the meeting, design/visual impact (DVI) subcommittee chair Ellie Mullins said that members of the DVI would resume meeting shortly for work sessions. She said that representatives from Abonmarche, the engineering firm that was hired to do the reconstruction of North Whittaker Street, wouldn’t be present at the sessions like in the past, but would instead be communicating with them via email. Kemper reminded them that there was a cost to having Abonmarche present at every meeting, and that it would be more beneficial to not have them there if they weren’t needed.

Discussions at each session would center around amenities for the downtown, such as what type of benches and trash cans should be used. Last month, the DDA recommended a site plan pertaining to sidewalks and parking to the City Council as well as the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission has not tabled the matter and not officially approved of the plan as of yet. They will meet at a Special meeting on Tuesday, June 13 to discuss the matter further.

Kemper said now was the time to form a sculptural public art committee to work with an artist on bringing a large public art piece to the downtown. The committee would consist of a City Council member, a DDA member and a member of the Pokagon Fund. DDA member JV Peacock volunteered to represent the DDA on the committee. Rogers suggested that they consider contacting Pokagon Band artist Jason Quigno to be their artist.

Independence Day Big Smiles 5K Race Two and a half weeks remain until the fifth annual Big Smiles 5K Run/Walk Sunday, July 2.

The race will start at 8 a.m. from the New Buffalo Beach parking lot, running a course through Sunset Shores before returning to the beach. Interested runners should register in advance online or in person and can pick up a race packet Friday, June 30, from noon until 6 p.m. at Equilibrium Fitness, which is located at 705 West Buffalo Street in New Buffalo or on race day from 6 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. (EDT) in the Lions Park Pavilion located across from the beach parking lot. There is free parking until 9 a.m. at the beach parking lot.

This is a run or walk event, so those pushing baby strollers are welcome to join.

The course is certified through the USATF and RRCA, and has prizes and trophies for the overall winners, males and females, in both the less than 50 and more than 50 age divisions. The age divisions are: 8 and under, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+. The top three male and female finishers in each division will get a medal.

There will be post-race entertainment, snacks, refreshments and an awards ceremony in the park by Lions Pavilion around 9:30 a.m. (ET).

Ticket prices for the event, which have been reduced from last year, are $25 for adults (13 years old and older) and $15 for children 12 years old and younger. Custom 2017 Big Smile 5K T-shirts are available at www.booster. com/big-smiles-5K-runwalk-2017.

The Big Smiles 5K Run/Walk was established in honor of Kristen Heimbach, who was tragically killed in a car accident in 2008. Heimbach was a Special Education teacher in New Buffalo and Michigan City, Indiana. All proceeds are donated to The Dreaming Big Foundation and the Logan Center in South Bend, Indiana, to help children with special needs, especially those with autism.

Additional race information can be found at www.hcfitseries.com, and by liking them on Facebook. — COMPILED

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he “Letters from Home” performance by Courtney Groves and Erinn Diaz at the Three Oaks American Legion Post 204 pavilion was the perfect wrap-up for a successful 65th Flag Day celebration in Three Oaks last weekend.

The singing, tap dancing and awe inspiring duo rocked the house with their ‘40s inspired USO show the evening of Sunday, June 11. The ladies won the hearts of all present with their audience interactions, especially for those lucky enough to receive a bright red lipstick kiss on the cheek. The duo honored all branches of the military, asking those that served in each branch to stand and be recognized. A tribute song was then sung to each branch, which included the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard.

The show featured Americana favorites which were performed during World War II being brought back through the songs of today. Songs by Frank Sinatra, the Andrews Sisters, Marilyn Monroe, Bing Crosby and the legendary Bob Hope were included in the performance. Almost everyone joined in when Groves and Erinn sang “Proud to Be an American,” and there was hardly a dry eye in the shelter. The song also brought silence to the pavilion, as all hats were removed and heads were bowed when the party took a moment of silence for those who have sacrificed their lives for our freedom.

Erinn said they find good times and good tidings wherever they go around the country.

“This is the best country in the world,” she said, as cheers erupted from the audience.

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School spirit and street signage discussed at Chikaming meeting

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tudents in the River Valley School District requested that street signage reflect their school spirit at the Chikaming Township Board’s Thursday, June 8 meeting.

Some River Valley High School students presented to Board members during the meeting, saying that they were requesting that the green street signs located on Three Oaks and Sawyer roads be switched to River Valley High School’s colors of navy and white. The students said that involving the community with their school was pertinent to the school district thriving, and that the change would encourage “unity.”

River Valley High School assistant principal/athletic director Jim Wisely added that students would merely be taking the existing green signs and switching them to navy, a move that he believed would identify “school Some River Valley High boundaries” within the Township. In School students presented to addition, he said the project would Board members during the meeting, saying that they encourage community service if were requesting that the students took “ownership” of the green street signs located project and volunteered their time to on Three Oaks and Sawyer help switch the signs. roads be switched to River Recently, Wisely said that he had Valley High School’s colors talked to the Village of Three Oaks, of navy and white. The who had agreed to display banners students said that involving along its main street of student the community with their athletes and band members as a way to school was pertinent to the promote the school. school district thriving, Treasurer Liz Rettig pointed out and that the change would that green signs signify Berrien encourage “unity.”

Road Commission roads and blue signs signify private roads within their township, and she felt that this might pose a problem with their plan.

She suggested that Wisely present the plan to the Berrien County Road Commission and see if it was feasible first before returning to them for approval. Rettig said should they receive approval from the Road Commission, the Township Board could look into writing a grant to The Pokagon Fund to fund the project.

“They’ll be the determining force,” she said of the Road Commission.

Trustee Rich Sullivan echoed Rettig’s suggestion to discuss the matter with the Road Commission, adding that they should also consider talking to neighboring Weesaw Township.

Also at the meeting, Board members approved an ordinance establishing a Township parking violations bureau and schedule of violations and fines.

Township Supervisor David Bunte said he and Police Chief Todd Taylor had met with Township Attorney Charles Hilmer and made some changes to the ordinance, which was first proposed to the Board at last month’s meeting.

Changes were made in the sections pertaining to violations within the park areas as well as in the section pertaining to crosswalk parking.

Board members approved a request from the Zoning Administrator to increase the fee for a Special Land Use permit from $400 to $750 as a result of an increase in publication and preparation costs. Bunte explained that they were barley covering costs, and that the publication cost was currently in the $250 to $300 range.

Board members approved the 2017 tax rate millage.

Board members approved amending the 2017-2018 budget to include the following changes: a $1,500 grant from the Southwest Michigan Association of Realtors to the Park Board for bike trail signage for the new mountain bike trail at Chikaming Township Park and Preserve; a $3,000 grant from The Pokagon Fund for the Celebrate Chikaming event Saturday, July 22 and revenue of $2,800 for power line maintenance tree removal on property that is adjacent to Township Hall.

A motion to consolidate board members’ insurance policies and switch from Lincoln Financial to Kansas City Life for all Township employees was approved. Bunte explained that it would be less “labor intensive” with regards to paperwork to have everyone consolidated under one policy.

Board members approved filing for a grant in the amount of $7,500 to the Berrien County Community Foundation to help fund the Township’s recycling program. Rettig had originally suggested the idea to apply, as the board had been turned down for a grant by The Pokagon Fund.

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Local and national artists celebrated at Elsie Earl’s Studio

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rtwork from the surrounding area as well as from across the country is now under one roof at Elsie Earl Studios, Harbor Country’s newest art gallery and painting studio.

According to owner Loretta Friend, the 4,000 square foot gallery’s 16 artists include a photographer from Colorado who works for National Geographic, an artist from Maryland who specializes in folk art, and artists from Indiana and Michigan. Artists paint in a variety of mediums, from watercolors to colored pencils and pastels. In addition to paintings, there is also a range of photography and pottery. More than 150 pieces of art are displayed throughout the gallery.

“It’s a really good mix of styles and prices,” Friend said of the artwork.

The gallery/studio will be hosting an opening reception this Saturday, June 17, from 3 to 6 p.m. Guests can stroll the rooms in the studio, sipping wine and enjoying live entertainment. Musical guests will include: George Matthew, lead singer and guitarist for the band Midwest Hype; Ariel Buck, a singing jazz and musical theater musician who will be accompanied

by Mona Coalter, staff accompanist at the University of Norte Dame as well as one of Elsie Earl Studios’ artists, and Jane Pellouchoud, a jazz and blues singer and guitarist.

Also featured Loretta Friend stands in a room full of plaster sculptures at the reception will be an extra special guest, Ron Ferguson. A 1962 New Buffalo High School graduate, Ferguson was the first art teacher at the school. After graduating from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Ferguson went on to teach in Michigan City, Indiana, before settling at New Buffalo High School for the next 35 years.

A large swath of the white wall in one of the gallery’s rooms is devoted to Ferguson’s paintings, which includes representational and abstract watercolor, pastel, acrylic paintings and color pencil drawings. Some of his pictures were inspired during his time abroad, when Ferguson visited Italy.

“There are lots of different ways to do artwork – it’s unbelievable,” he said.

As an art teacher, Fergueson was always trying to engage his students in creative projects. This included encouraging them to “decorate this school up,” as well as helping them see every project from a different perspective.

“I would throw pictures on the floor and look at them from a distance,” he said, adding that the students would mimic his actions.

Ferguson thanked Friend for offering a venue for his work, calling her the “impetus” of the whole gallery. Friend said she started her career in the media world, first working for Ann Arbor News (when they still did cut and paste, she said), and then moving on to a radio station after catching the “radio bug.” Friend worked for Michigan Radio in Detroit before eventually moving on to a sales job at Detroit Public Television. Soon, Friend decided the time had come to “recreate” herself, and she started an arts and crafts studio in Ann Arbor, Michigan. There, she offered plaster sculpture painting (“3D Painting”), dollhouse workshops, Indie book club meetings, senior craft mornings and adult painting classes.

After vacationing in the area for 25 years, Friend said she and her husband finally decided to buy a house and move to New Buffalo. Once in New Buffalo, Friend proceded to open her current studio. The space also includes a painting studio, where children and adults can paint plaster sculptures for birthday parties, girls’ night outings and scout and homeschool activities. Furguson said he may also be teaching some painting classes.

Friend said she also plans on bringing plaster to senior living centers, a tradition that began in Ann Arbor.

“It’s like coloring – it’s very relaxing,” she said.

Elsie Earl Studios is located in Frohne Hall adjacent to St. John’s United Church of Christ at 200 West Buffalo Street, which is right next door to New Buffalo City Hall. Springtime hours are 3 to 6 p.m. Friday through Sunday and 1 to 5 p.m., starting in mid-June. For more information, contact loretta@elsieearlstudios. com, 734-646-6633 or visit www.elsieearlstudios.com. “Like” the studio on Facebook at www.facebook.com/LorettasArttoGo. Visitors can also stop by the Elsie Earl Studios booth at the New Buffalo Farmer’s Market on Merchant Street Thursdays from 4-8 p.m.

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From the Bleachers COLUMN BY KURT MARGGRAF IN CHICAGO

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ne never knows where their inspiration will come from.

Sunday, because of the heat, I decided to plop down in front of the television for a little while. Amazingly, I was treated to some knowledge that had previously escaped my attention. Most people who enjoy baseball know that Abner Doubleday invented the game. Way back when, Abner decided that it should be 60 feet six inches from the mound to home plate. Abner also decided that the distance between bases should be 90 feet. When people started playing the game, those numbers appeared to be just right, but as the years went by and people became bigger, stronger, and faster, how could Abner have predicted that those distances would hold up? I, for one, have no idea, but each time a fast runner hits a ground ball and the infielder picks it up cleanly, it’s always a close play at first, and the batter is always out. If Mr. Doubleday had decided to make the bases 80 or 100 feet apart, the game today would be completely different. If he had decided the mound should be 50 feet away from the plate, almost everyone would be striking out and if he had decided the distance should be 70 feet, the scoring would probably be astronomical.

I got slightly off track, but the information I gathered today was about softball.

Sixteen-inch softball is a game I played myself for years. If you visit almost any park in Chicago, you will find kids of all ages enjoying the sport, male or females, eight years old to 80 years old, the people of Chicago love it. Some play it extremely competitively and some just for the camaraderie, but I dare say, most Chicagoans have participated in the sport. I can fondly recall my father having an epic battle with my son during a family picnic. My girl’s dad coached her and her friends when they were young girls, and they played to win. It’s enjoyable when I meet one of these no-longer-quite-so-young ladies, and some of their fondest memories are of “Herm” coaching their softball team. Bars throughout the city have co-ed teams, and more than a few romances have started, and ended, on the field.

So, as I was watching a documentary about Chicago Sunday, I was delighted to discover how the game of softball began. Apparently, some college students from Harvard and Yale were in Chicago for summer break when one student threw a boxing glove at another student. That student picked up a broom and swung at the glove and the idea was formulated. Two years later, these young people played the first game of softball and the rest is history. I wonder how the next big sport will come about.

On behalf of the people of Harbor Country, I wish to congratulate Jade Madison.

Jade, who earned 12 varsity letters while competing for New Buffalo High School, reached the collegiate finals in the javelin throw this week in Eugene, Oregon.

Congratulations young lady!

Vince Lombardi said, “Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.” Be careful out there. Make good choices. Keep smiling.

Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

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A 1929 Ford Model-A on display

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A 1963 Mercury Marauder on display

Cool cars enjoyed at monthly Car Cruise-in

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

Vintage and newer cars line North Whittaker

ides old and new were on full display at New Buffalo’s first Car Cruise-in of the season, which took place on North Whittaker Street the evening of Wednesday, June 7.

Automobile enthusiasts browsed the row of cars, with some even hopping inside and checking out the interiors. They also chatted with the respective owners, during which they learned that each car’s story was as unique as the car itself. Bert Wellman of Michigan City, Indiana, said he retrieved his 1963 Mercury Murauder from a junkyard three years ago. Jeanne Gumm said she and her husband, Ken, often field compliments from people on their Dodge Challenger Hellcat, which she said has a 707 horsepower engine. Jim Witowski, also of Michigan City, revealed that his 2005 Pontiac GTO was no longer manufactured. Originally built by Pontiac from the early 1960s to the early 1970s, he explained that the automobile was briefly brought back by GM’s subsidiary Holden in Australia from 2004 to 2006.

“They only brought it back for three years – then they quit making them,” Witowski, who said he collects old and new Pontiacs, said.

George Boa of Burns Harbor, Indiana, said his 1959 Ford Galaxie Sunliner had hailed all the way from a farm in North Platte, Nebraska. Boa said the farm’s owner’s grandchildren had sold the farm in an estate sale, taking the money from the sale and leaving everything else – including the car – behind.

“This was in the barn,” he said of his car, calling it a “walkaway.”

Sponsored by the New Buffalo Business Association, the Car Cruiseins will take place the first Wednesdays of the month through midOctober, with another batch of cars scheduled to come cruising into town Wednesday, July 5.

A 2005 Pontiac GTO on display

Joanie Binz and Curt Bohnstadt sit beside a 1934 Graham

(back, left to right) Natalie, Elizabeth and Katarina and (front, left to right) Sean and Pierce McGuckin test out a 1959 Ford Galaxie Sunliner

Jeanne Gumm relxes in her 2016 Dodge Challenger Hellcat

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Old Glory flies high

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t was a picture perfect day and weekend in Three Oaks for the 65th Flag Day Parade and celebration. The annual parade opened with remarks from Village President David Grosse, American Legion Post 204 Commander Mike Shannon and the raising of the colors by the color guard at the Brownie Memorial Flag pole in front of Village Hall. A World War II military fighter jet flew over Elm Street “stepping-off” the World’s Largest Flag Day Parade on Sunday afternoon, June 11. Crowds lined the streets with chairs and blankets as families and friends gathered for the annual celebration.

Following over a dozen police units, The Three Oaks American Legion Post 204, proudly representing all those who have served, marched in formation down Elm Street followed by over a hundred units who marched and entertained the crowds; there were John Deere Tractors, Military units, Blossomtime and Community Royalty floats, softball and baseball teams, vintage cars, marching bands, Kiltie Bands, clowns, the New Buffalo Bison, area police and fire department units and the always exciting MidAmerican Cowgirls Rodeo Drill Team and the jumpin’, jivin’ Michigan City Drill Team, all displaying and honoring the American Flag in the grandest tradition that this iconic parade has been exhibiting for six decades.

Two-days of activities including, bands, food and fun took place in Carver Park, Dewey Cannon Park and the Randall Couchman American Legion Post 204 provided live music and food daily in the beer tent. There was Art in the Park, a pet parade, a pedal pull, a Talent Show at the Three Oaks Arts & Education Center outdoor stage and the very competitive weekend-long soft ball and baseball tournaments. The Brownie Memorial Poker Run, motorcycle ride was held on Saturday with cyclists riding throughout Harbor Country in honor of their fallen friend, Michael J. Brown.

Three cheers for Parade Chair Britany DeRuitter and her committee of volunteers and sponsors for keeping the parade and weekend activities rockin’ for over six decades. Following the parade the party continued at the American Legion where Letters From Home entertained and kept everyone celebrating a great day in the U.S.A.

Bob McCarty with Jessica McGarty Aydan Dettman and Grim

Flag Day Princess and Prince

Village Pres. Dave Grosse welcomes everyone to 65th Flag Day Parade

Abe Lincoln makes an appearance

Color Guard at attention for flag raising

Honoring Brownie

Post Commander Mike Shannan addresses crowd

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Salute to Our Veterans coming this Saturday

ay tribute to veterans with Breaking Down Barriers: Salute to Our Veterans, a special police-escorted motorcycle ride, veterans’ vendor fair and dinner taking place Saturday, June 17.

Proceeds from the event, which is being held in cooperation with The Guardian Riders, will benefit Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) programs from Porter-Starke Services, Combat Bikesaver, Empowering Patriots, LaPorte County Veterans Treatment Court and Housing Opportunities.

Tickets are $15 for the dinner and an additional $5 for the police-escorted motorcycle ride or $30 for a double ride and dinner. They can be purchased by credit card at ticketmaster.com, in person at The Gift Box in the Blue Chip Casino pavilion or at participating VFWs in La Porte, Lake and Porter counties in Indiana. Souvenir ride T-shirts and sponsorship are available.

To participate in the ride, motorcyclists must be 18 years old or older with a valid state or government issued photo ID. Riders will meet at noon in the parking lot of The Orleans Ballroom at the Blue Chip Casino. Kickstands will be up at 1:30 p.m. The police escort will stop at the Danny Bruce Memorial, near the Coast Guard Station at Washington Park. A vendor’s fair will be held from noon until 4 p.m. Dinner will be held from 3 p.m. until 4 p.m. The Agencies will speak from 4 until 5 p.m. and guest speaker and Army Veteran Bryan Adams will speak at 5 p.m.

“Human jukebox” Lou Gramm, founding member of legendary rock band Foreigner, will perform in the Stardust Event Center Saturday at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale now starting at $35.

Live music will also be happening in It’s Vegas Baby! and Rocks lounge. The Dusters will perform Saturday, June 17, at It’s Vegas Baby! There will be a $5 cover charge for Saturday shows. On Friday nights, It’s Vegas Baby! features DJ Night starting at 10 p.m. Rocks Lounge also offers live entertainment throughout the week. The Niche will perform at noon and Hoosier Highway will play at 5 p.m. Sunday, June 18.

For more information on events, spa specials, a delicious buffet for Father’s Day and other offerings, visit www.bluechip.com. Guests must be 21 years or older with a valid state or government issued photo ID to enter the casino. — COMPILED BY LINDA HENDERSON

Jade Madison NCAA Honorable Mention All American

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ou throw like a girl.” Yes....yes she does! That is the ultimate compliment for Jade Madison, 2014 New Buffalo High School graduate and Michigan State University junior. Jade traveled to the NCAA Division I Track and Field Championships June 8-10 at the University of Oregon›s Historic Hayward Field in Eugene to represent MSU in the women›s javelin throw. Jade qualified for the national championship when she threw the javelin 47.86 meters at the NCAA East Regional Championships at the University of Kentucky in May, becoming one of 24 collegiate women to qualify to compete in the javelin throw at nationals on June 8.

On the second of 3 attempts on Thursday night in Eugene, Jade threw a PR (personal record) throw of 49.20 meters. Entering the competition Jade was seeded 23rd and finished 19th at her first national championship, garnering her Honorable Mention All American honors. Older sister Lena Madison, who was also a thrower at the University of Notre Dame, and mom Karla Madison made a hectic 48 hour trip to Oregon to watch Jade.

They felt like they were bringing all the love and support from everyone in New Buffalo. There truly is nothing as strong as the backing of a small town.

This writer and mom would like to say a heartfelt thank you to all who sent positive thoughts and vibes to Jade.

At press time, Jade is on on her way to Florida to start a summer long internship at an advertising and public relations agency there. She still has one more year at Michigan State and is looking forward to more personal best throws and hopefully a return trip senior year to Eugene as a Spartan.

Jade is majoring in Advertising Management and Media with a minor in Public Relations at Michigan State University and is on the Dean’s List.

— KARLA MADISON

Jade Madison at the Track & Field Championships

Holistic lifestyle store opens quietly

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WORDS AND PHOTOS BY LAWRENCE VON EBELER

he owners of Union Pier, Michigan’s, new holistic lifestyle store didn’t expect that their doors would be knocked open, or that the crowds would be instant.

Their store is an anomaly in retail (if you can even call this new shop a retail entity). There are a myriad of jars filling the walls, with herbs and potions that can heal you both spiritually as well as physically.

Owners Rhonda Walling and Mary Hartman specialize in complimentary professions. Walling is a Master Herbalist, while Hartman is a Shaman and Doctor of Metaphysical Sciences in Spiritual Counseling. For the novice in these sciences, it’s a mouthful; however, listening to them speak about their professions is both mind boggling and impressive.

Walling is a 30-year veteran in the holistic medicine world. She is confident that she can successfully effect people’s lives Rhonda Walling and Mary Hartman with her knowledge of apothecary offerings, which range from herbs, to exotic teas, to healing salves, to crafted soaps and herbal body salts, to white sage sticks. Her three-decade history in the use of the products and their implementation has given her a legion of satisfied, very happy clients.

Hartman is the Metaphysical and Shaman specialist. She conducts trauma and crisis sessions, hour and a half cleansing and strengthening sessions or 30 minutes for releasing trapped emotions, and half hour cleanse detoxes and Chakra Cleansings.

She also conducts sessions to heal generational and family energy constellation. If this sounds too deep for you, then you should talk to Hartman, who has a great open mind for all of these exotic sounding treatments that she conducts from her private studio located at the shop’s rear. She, too, has a legion of satisfied, ecstatic clients.

Ask about Walling’s and Hartman’s fun, informative classes as well. You will enjoy whatever you choose with these two.

For more information, email holisticlifestyle.net@gmail.com or call 574-341-9087. Hours of operation are every day except Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The shop is open by appointment only Tuesdays. They are located at 15980 Red Arrow Highway in Union Pier, Michigan.

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Mixer toasts the new streets

Sharyn O’Mara and Maureen Shanley

Deb Wagner, Trinka, and Christa Eackles

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t was a beautiful evening in New Buffalo for the year-end Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce Mixer with a Twist, which took place Thursday, June 8.

Guests congregated in the tented and open air parking lot adjacent to Customs Imports to toast the completion of the North Whittaker Street Redevelopment Project’s Phase One and socialize with fellow business owners and friends.

The final mixer was a kick-off to the summer season in Harbor Country.

The mixer was hosted by Dee Dee Duhn of Customs Imports, Dave and Dawn Workman of Lake Shore Disposal and Villa Nova Pizza and Abonmarche, the City’s consulting and engineering firm for the Redevelopment Project. Guests were treated to a variety of Villa Nova pizzas and cake pops by Karla Madison, along with light snack food and other sweets treats and libations. Pianist Travis Forker set the upbeat mood for the party on his acoustic piano.

Executive Director Vicki Gudas told Chamber members that 187 Harbor Country promotional spots will run on Chicago radio station WBEZ until the end of the year. Sponsored by area businesses, the spots will reach 750,000 listeners. She welcomed new staff member Debra Salon and new business members…., Duhn thanked the City, New Buffalo Downtown Development Authority (DDA) committees and Abonmarche for the completion of the beautiful new streets, sidewalks and infrastructure on East and West Mechanic and Barton streets, all of which were a part of Phase One. She also praised the work of the Chamber in promoting tourism in Harbor Country.

President and CEO of Abonmarche Chris Cook praised everyone involved in what he described as being “the community driven redevelopment project.” He said that during construction of the $1.2 million Phase One, the cooperation of City staff and elected officials, street and water departments, the Galien River Sanitary District (GRSD), the New Buffalo Business Association (NBBA), the DDA, residents and business owners and Paul Oselka of PayJay Construction was stellar.

Two drawings were held, during which Rob Gow and Chris Pfauser of Berkshire Hathaway and Sherri Waddle of St. Julian Winery each received a member feature on the Chamber’s website and Kathy Sellers of New Buffalo Saving Bank won a $100 gift certificate from Customs Imports. Janine Adamski, Advertising Representative for the New Buffalo Times, offered everyone an incentive package for their summer ad purchases.

Pristine Pools will host the next Chamber Mixer, which will be in September.

Chris Cook

Dave and Dawn Workman

Travis Forker

Janine Adamski, Dave Richards, Dee Dee Duhn with Tony Ashbaugh and Susan Margarete

Kurt Hauseman with Eileen and Rich Kohanny

Mark Kroll and David Aakers with Kathy Hanley

Migs and Kevin Murray with Mary Jane Evans and Juli Westergren

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ROOSEVELT PIPE ORGAN CONCERT SERIES STARTS UP FOR THE SUMMER

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n its 60th season, the Roosevelt Pipe Organ Concert series is offered free of charge Wednesdays at noon (CST) and presented by the First Congregational Church in Michigan City, Indiana.

The series will feature nationally acclaimed organists performing weekly on the National Treasure, the historic 1891 Roosevelt opus 506 Tracker. Stephen Schnarr will play Wednesday, June 14.

The organ was built by the renowned firm of Hilborne and Frank Roosevelt. After being restored in 1999, it was in search of a new home. The Organ Historical Society has recognized it as being an historically significant instrument, a National Treasure. Both the organ and the church building have been entered into the National Register of Historic Places.

New Buffalo residents Ann and George Dobie are the trustees, and invite all to come and enjoy the concerts series.

Christ Church is located at 531 Washington Street, at 6th Street, in Michigan City, Indiana.

— LINDA HENDERSON

BOWEN NAMED TO DEAN’S LIST

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icholas Bowen has been named to the Dean’s List for this past semester at Ohio Northern University by the Dean of the The James F. Dicke College of Business Administration.

Dean John Navin, Ph.D., said in a letter to Bowen, “I wish to extend my personal congratulations to you on being named to the Dean’s List for your academic performance for the past semester. To be named to this list, you must have attained a minimum of a 3.5 grade point average based on being enrolled for a minimum of 12 graded semester hours of course work. You met or exceeded that standard and this is simply outstanding performance.”

“I wish to encourage your continued excellence in your academic performance. It pays big dividends when it comes to gaining entry into a quality graduate program and landing that first professional job.”

“Again, congratulations on to you on making the Dean’s List.”

— STAFF REPORTS

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LRSB sends SAC notifications

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LINDA HENDERSON IN NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP

he Pokagon-New Buffalo Area Local Revenue Sharing Board met for s short meeting Tuesday, June 13 for the purpose of publically noticing the Specific Actual Costs Requests (SAC) will be due from the municipalities by August 1, 2017.

Those municipalities or governmental bodies entitled to apply for reimbursement of funds for costs specifically related to the support of the New Buffalo Four Winds Casino will receive distribution packets this week. If they have costs, which can be documented, according to LRSB bylaws, their applications must be submitted for consideration by the Board,

by August 1, 2017.

THE BALANCE IS DISTRIBUTED The Board will ACCORDING TO A FORMULA SET BY THE review the requests COMPACT AGREEMENT: at the August and Local Unit of Government Distribution September meetings, Berrien County 7% with fund distribution usually occurring in New Buffalo Township 40% early October. In order City of New Buffalo 20% to receive approval, the requests must be Chikaming Township 10% supported by all five of Three Oaks Township 10% the Board members.

According to the State Village of Three Oaks 5% Compact Agreement Village of Grand Beach 2% with the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi (the Village of Michiana 2% “Tribe”), “The Tribe will 1% make payments of 2% of New Buffalo Area Schools the annual net winnings New Buffalo Public Library 1% derived from all Class Berrien County RESA 1% III electronic games of chance, to the local Lake Michigan College 1% units of government that are located in the immediate vicinity of the tribal casino site or that are otherwise directly affected by the operation of the casino.” The New Buffalo Four Winds Casino operation distributes the funds to the LRSB each year, following their audit, which is usually at the end of September. Last year the New Buffalo Four Winds contributed $4,570,168.84 to the LRSB fund.

The first order of distribution is the SAC requests, following the fulfillment and administrative set-asides, the Board distributes 65% of the balance of the Tribal payments to the municipalities which are entitled to receive Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT). The remaining balance is allocated to the Discretionary Fund.

The next meeting of the LRSB is Tuesday, August 8 at 8:30 a.m. at the New Buffalo Township Hall.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

CITY OF NEW BUFFALO COLLECTION OF 2017 SUMMER TAXES Tax bills will be mailed out by July 1, 2017 by the Berrien County Treasurer and due by October 2, 2017.

Payments can be made in person, placed in the City drop box, by credit card (fees apply) or mailed to City Hall, 224 W. Buffalo, New Buffalo MI 49117. Postmarks will NOT be accepted after the due date of October 2, 2017.

A 4% penalty will be assessed if unpaid after October 2, 2017.

Due to multiple checks being received, incorrectly, please make checks payable to City of New Buffalo. Also, the written amount and the numerical amount must match.

If you are not in receipt of a tax bill, please contact City Hall at (269) 469-1500.

Additional payment and tax information is available on the City of New Buffalo website www.cityofnewbuffalo.org.

Build a Better World is the Summer Reading Program’s Theme

t is the most wonderful time of the year: New Buffalo Township Library’s Summer Reading Program begins June 15.

New Buffalo Library’s Youth Services Summer Reading Program is a popular, summer-long event for ages 0-18. Its purpose is to promote the love of reading and literacy through fun and educational programming.

Children and Teens who read the designated amount of books are rewarded with prizes. In addition, weekly entertainment in the Pokagon Room makes for an exciting, summer-learning environment! How do you join? Stop by the library to fill out and return the sign-up form to Youth Services and you will be given a weekly tracking sheet to monitor reading. At the end of each week bring your tracking sheet in to choose one of the many prizes on display!

Join New Buffalo Township Library’s Youth Services in teaching our youth to build a more caring, innovative world! This year’s theme, Build a Better World, is full of engaging programs spanning science and engineering to exploring and creating awareness for our community and the world. The 8 programs are designed to have your children start thinking of how they can be smart about helping others, their own community and their world! — STAFF REPORTS

NOTICE TO CITY OF NEW BUFFALO WATER CUSTOMERS The 2016 Annual Drinking Water Quality Reports are now available.

Copies may be obtained at City Hall, Located at 224 West Buffalo Street, New Buffalo, MI 49117 during regular business hours or by contacting Ken Anderson, Water Superintendent at (269) 4690381.

This report may also be viewed or downloaded from the City’s website at www.cityofnewbuffalo. org/waterdept.asp.

This report will not be mailed out.

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New Buffalo Times can now accept online payments with a credit card or paypal.

Go to our website, www.newbuffalotimes.com, and submit $10 per week for a classified ad of up to 160 characters. Deadline is Friday 5PM before the following week’s publication.

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.

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 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 UNION PIER 2 bedroom Cottage, unfurnished $975 per month, plus utilities Call 219 - 898 - 7512 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.

FOR SALE

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.

Home theater, $2500 for set or can split. 4 Palliser Pacifico brown leather reclining seats. Carada 98” screen.

Epson 8350 projector <900 hours on bulb. masseje@yahoo.com

Brown leather Marshall Fields sleeper sofa, $750. 82” x 35” tall x 36” deep.

Email for photos. masseje@yahoo.com

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.

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.

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.

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.

FULL TIME PAINTER WANTED 10 years minimum experience required.

Starting Salary $14.00 per hour.

Call Eddie at 269-462-1122.

Housekeeper Wanted New Buffalo home, 3 days a week, 4 hours per day, $10 per hour. Assume all household responsibilities. A background check will be required.

For information, call Dana 219-847-7777.

NEW BUFFALO Lawn Service crew openings.

CALL 269-469-2340

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

OBITUARIES Marilyn Miller

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arilyn Miller, age 66, of Three Oaks, passed away peacefully, Sunday, June 11, 2017 in St Joseph, Michigan, in the presence and comfort of her

family.

Marilyn was born May 19, 1951 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Anthony and Ann (Koscielniak) Nagel. She married Randy September 11, 1971 in Chicago, Illinois. Together, Marilyn and Randy raised three children in Chicago before relocating to Three Oaks, Michigan in 1993. Marilyn loved listening and dancing to the Oldies music. Marilyn will always be remembered as the crossing guard on the corner of US 12 and Oak Street for the Village of Three Oaks Police, where she served the community for 15 years. Marilyn also enjoyed her full time position at the Four Winds Casino as a lead cook in the employee dining room.

Marilyn will be greatly missed by family and friends. She is survived by her beloved husband Randy; her children: Randy (Marnelle) Miller, Ryan (Jennifer) Miller, Melissa Miller; her grandchildren: Alexander, Nolan, Kailyn; her brothers Thomas Nagel and Anthony (Janice) Nagel; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Marilyn is preceded in death by her parents, her brother Donald Nagel and her sister Lucille (Nagel) Dawson.

Family and friends will gather Thursday, June 15, 2017 from 4 - 9 p.m. at Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, 106 Ash Street East, Three Oaks, Michigan. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, June 16, 2017 at 11 a.m. at St Mary of the Lake Church, 718 West Buffalo Street, New Buffalo, Michigan. Celebrant will be The Reverend Patrick Craig.

Marilyn will be laid to rest in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Three Oaks Township, Michigan.

The family prefers memorial contributions be made in Marilyn’s memory to the donor’s choice.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, 106 Ash Street East, Three Oaks, MI 49128.

Please share a memory or a message online at: wagnercares.com. You will find Marilyn’s obituary on the website as well as directions to the funeral home.

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

City, Indiana. The ChurchChurch is home to an 1891 The Church is home to an 1891 Roosevelt tracker pipe organ.

Thetracker church isorgan. located Roosevelt pipe church is located at 531 at 531 Washington Street.The The noon concerts Washington Street. The noon begin at 12:15 pm centralconcerts time. begin at 12:15 pm central time.

The 16th season concert series runs June 7 through The 15th season concert series Aug. 30, 2017. 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. Ben Garrett, Kent Jager, Derek Nickels, Matt Gerhard, Lee Meyer, Basile, Derek Nickels, Wolfgang Rubsam, Matt Gerhard, Stephen Buzard, Jeremy Kiolbassa and Steven guests.Buzard, Lee Meyer and guests.

Carey Scheck, 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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HOROSCOPE JUNE 15-21, 2017

AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 Clashes may arise between you and those things you hold dear, like children, pets, and even partners, this week.

Don’t take criticism to heart.

Instead, seek shelter by diving into household or creative projects. These storms should pass by next week, giving you plenty of time to get some things done.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 As you try to balance the good with the bad this week you are going to hit a few bumps.

Some good and some not great. Issues a sibling or friend is having will be of major concern and may overshadow the good things you are feeling this week. Take their problems seriously and don’t hesitate so you can move on.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20 Take some time this week to go over budgets with an eye for cutting costs, or streamlining services to save money. Approach partners with ideas that can save both of you time and money. If you feel you have taken the brunt of the financial responsibilities, now is the time to renegotiate and even things out.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 Don’t let lack of funds get you down. See if you can establish a line of credit or get an advancement before diving off the deep end. Know that this lack is very short-lived and maybe you can eek by for a few days with the help of friends. Abundance is coming soon and the summer will be ripe with opportunity.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 Break-ups or losses in the relationship department might get you a little down this week. Avoid letting a pessimistic attitude dominate your ideas about love and relationships now.

Use this unwelcoming vibe to push you to find greater happiness and love, rather than tare you down or apart from your partner.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 Issues surrounding a parting or dividing of items, especially financial or high priced items, will be a source of agitation for you.

Others may not be as generous as they had appeared to be in the past. Be sure you can locate any paperwork or proof of what you are owed if going into any kind of mediation.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 Don’t get discouraged if you are faced with a problem or person you dealt with before arises. Seek comfort in knowing that you are well informed and have handled this before and can handle it now. Once you decide to act you will overcome this. Go big and go hard; that shell is good for taking hits.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 There is a good possibility that some covert family happening or health issue will keep you from working this week. An issue at home may be a welcomed distraction from the drama at work right now anyway. This is not a major bump in the road, just a bit of a surprise, or a twist of fate that brings you closer together.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 You may feel a little beat down or deflated with relationship issues. This is not the time to broach new issues or bring up new ideas. Better to let things blow over for now. Perhaps a midafternoon nap, or a doze in the evening sun will keep you from exchanging pleasantries. Avoid any kind of debates or challenges.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 An offhanded comment from a partner or close friend may offend you this week. You may feel that they shared some confidential information or acted in a way that makes you look bad.

Try to avoid taking things so seriously, or at least making a big deal right away. The right time to say something will come.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 Property or domestic matters will be taking up a lot of your attention and time this week.

Work or career projects may have to be put on hold while you devote time to settling these assets or property lines. There could be a bit of push and pull between work responsibilities and the domestic must do’s.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 Rip currents happen when two strong currents collide, and that is precisely what will take place this week. You are the mature water sign that can conjure up some massive waves, and when you run into another strong-willed force, there can be undercurrents. Passivity can be a strong force, it’s called passive aggressive.

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JUNE 6 Property Damage Accident Suspicious Situation General Assist False Alarm JUNE 7 General Assist Welfare Check/Subjects sleeping in Car 911 Hang Up/Welfare Check Medic 1/Assist Other Agency NB Township PD/Assist Other Agency JUNE 8 Medic 1/Assist Other Agency Ordinance Violation/Barking Dog JUNE 9 Medical Alarm General Assist/Downed Telephone Line Property Damage Accident Vehicle B & E Disorderly Person Parking Complaint False Alarm JUNE 10 NB Township PD/Assist Other Agency (x2) Medic 1/Assist Other Agency JUNE 11 NB Township/Assist Other Agency General Assist/Threats Complaint Suspicious Situation Cruelty to Animals General Assist

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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 PIPE ORGAN CONCERT SERIES NOON CST. First Congregational Church.

531 Washington Street. Michigan City.

Concerts performed by National organist on an 1891 Roosevelt tracker pipe organ.

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 21: Jackson Band (Classics) Food provided by Rios.

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.

THREE OAKS FARMERS’ MARKET 9AM-PM. 4 N Elm St. Three Oaks.

Small farmers offering fresh produce, fresh flowers, plants and many other things. Rain or Shine.

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 & SATURDAY, JUNE 16 & 17

BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK 5-9PM Fri. 10AM-8PM Sat. Barney’s Market. 10 N Thompson. New Buffalo.

269-469-1250.

Water’s Edge United Methodist Church will be holding a food drive to collect food to be distributed through the Blessings in a Backpack program at New Buffalo Elementary School.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JUNE 17 & 18

FATHER’S DAY @ HESSTON 9AM CST. Hesston Steam Museum. 1201 E 1000N. Hesston. www.hesston.org.

All you can eat pancakes on Sunday at Doc’s. Trains roll at Noon. Dad’s ride for $1 with paid child. Sunday offers an Antique Truck Show. Admission to the grounds is free. Ride costs on the three trains vary.

SATURDAY, JUNE 17

THE SYMPHONY LEAGUE OF SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN PRESENTS SURREALIST GARDEN TOUR 11AM-4 PM. 2217 W Wagner Rd. Buchanan. 269-982-4030. www.smso.org.

Enjoy Magritte inspired gardens. Artist painting in the garden courtesy of the Buchanan Arts Center. Live jazz and classical music courtesy of the Lake Michigan Youth Orchestra and the School of American Music. Tickets: $10 for adults, $1 for children. Available at the gate or www. smso.org.

SALUTE TO OUR VETERANS NOON-6PM. Blue Chip Casino 777 Blue Chip Drive. Michigan City. 888-879-7711. www.bluechipcasino.com.

Pay tribute to our veterans with a special police-escorted motorcycle ride, veterans’ vendor fair and dinner. Proceeds from Salute to our Veterans, held in cooperation with The Guardian Riders, will benefit Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) programs from Porter-Starke Services, Combat Bikesaver, Empowering Patriots, LaPorte County Veterans Treatment Court and Housing Opportunities. Tickets are $15 for the dinner and an additional $5 for the police-escorted motorcycle ride or $30 for a double ride and dinner.

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.

OPENING RECEPTION WITH RON FURGUSON 3-6PM. Elsie Earl Studios. 200 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo. 734-646-6633.

Reception featuring the drawings and paintings of local artist, Ron Ferguson.

Live music: George Matthew, lead singer/ guitarist for the band Midwest Hype, Ariel Buck singing jazz and musical theater accompanied by Mona Coalter, staff

accompanist at Norte Dame University; also one of Elsie Earl Studios artist and Jane Pellouchoud, singer/guitarist-jazz/blues.

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.

FRIDAY, JUNE 23 GRIFFIN HOUSE WITH OPENER KEN YATES 8PM. Acorn Theater. 107 Generation Dr. Three Oaks.

Tickets $30-$35.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JUNE 24 & 25 CIVIL WAR TRAIN RAIDS 9AM CST. Hesston Steam Museum.

The battle for Hesston Junction Hesston Steam Museum. 9AM-11AM Breakfast at Doc’s. Museum depot and gift shop open at 11:30. Trains roll at Noon. Your train transporting the Union Army gold will be raided with a spectacular gun fight. Cannons, horses, and soldiers all joining in the fight while you are caught in the crossfire. Admission to the grounds is free. Ride costs on the three trains vary.

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

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

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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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