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New Buffalo police officers save lives from capsized boat PAGE 3 Pros and cons of recreational marijuana weighed at Three Oaks marijuana committee meeting PAGE 4 New Buffalo middle/ high school and elementary school to receive generators, partial parking lot project slated for middle/high school PAGE 9

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New Buffalo police officers save lives from capsized boat

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ity of New Buffalo Police officers played a role in possibly saving lives when a boat capsized after Lake Michigan suddenly turned dangerously choppy.

Officers Russell Tillery and Zach Penniman responded Saturday, July 20, to an area between the public beach and Union Pier in the New Buffalo Police Department marine unit.

City of New Buffalo Police Chief Rich Killips said as many as six people from the capsized 17-foot boat were in the water without life jackets on.

Some of the people were pulled onto private boats nearby before officers Tillery and Penniman responding to the emergency call arrived and retrieved the others from the water.

Killips said there were just a couple of minor injuries but the outcome could have been tragic if not for the efforts of the people on the private boats and his officers.

“It was great that we had our marine unit available so they could go out and provide the necessary life saving measures that were needed in this situation,’’ Killips said.

Killips said the relatively calm lake began producing four- to six-foot waves after a storm moved in.

According to the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office, one of the victims reported the boat capsized when hit head-on by one of the large waves.

Bob Stratton, owner of Service 1 Marine outside New Buffalo, said the rescue is another example of why boaters should check the weather forecast before deciding whether to venture out on Lake Michigan.

Owners of smaller watercraft especially should go to an inland lake if conditions on Lake Michigan are forecast to become unfavorable or if existing conditions are extremely choppy.

He said waves pushed down the length of Lake Michigan are much larger and pack more of a punch than what’s produced on an inland body of water.

“Lake Michigan builds and builds and the waves can capsize a 17-foot boat very easily. That lake can turn pretty quickly on you,’’ Stratton said.

That same evening, a woman at Warren Dunes was also rescued after the lake, which was churned up by the storm, carried the boogie board she was on at least a quarter mile from the shoreline.

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Pros and cons of recreational marijuana weighed at Three Oaks marijuana committee meeting

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imilar to communities throughout Michigan, the Village of Three Oaks is still deciding how to navigate the state’s move to legalize recreational marijuana.

Marijuana became legalized in December 2018 following a state vote.

At that time the village, like almost 400 Michigan municipalities, opted out of allowing recreational businesses until they could more thoroughly explore the matter.

Three Oaks Planning Commission Marijuana Committee members have been researching the possibility of creating ordinances to allow marijuana-related businesses within the village. Members have had several committee meetings on the matter and sought the opinion of business owners; however, their Tuesday, July 16, meeting was the first one seeking public input on the matter and a majority of residents who spoke expressed support for such ordinances.

The crowd attending the meeting filled the room and overflowed into the hallway.

Most residents who voiced opposition to allowing cannabis-based businesses pointed out marijuana is still prohibited by federal law. A shared concern was that allowing sales in town would create access for minors.

Resident Tom Perkel said he had supported the medicinal marijuana bill but did not think recreation sales would be good for the village. He pointed out there had been two opioid overdoses in the village this year.

Attendees in favor of businesses pointed out legalized sales would be heavily regulated, prohibiting sales to anyone under 21, and pushing out illegal sellers.

Resident Tyler Ream cited a study recently released by Boston College stating marijuana use among teens in legalized states has dropped, and decreases the longer the bill has been in effect.

Some pointed out alcohol sales are permitted despite the chance of abuse.

Others in favor of allowing sales pointed to the opportunity for revenue generated from taxes and visitors drawn to town. Some residents said they had seen shops and dispensaries in other legalized states and found them to be clean, well-run businesses.

Mark Smith, owner of The Green Door, a dispensary located in Bangor, Michigan, said his business has donated more than $30,000 back to the community since opening in late 2017. In addition to the possible financial benefit, Smith said there were safety factors to consider: State regulations would require businesses to scan IDs and only sell a limited amount to each person per month. He also said dispensaries’ product must meet strict state standards, which he said many home growers and caregivers cannot meet.

Smith said more than 100 registered medicinal marijuana patients from the Three Oaks area drive to his dispensary in Bangor because there is currently no closer source for them.

So far, no decisions have been made on which types of cannabis-related businesses, if any, could be allowed.

Planning Commission Chairman Gene Svebakken said the committee is next scheduled to meet with law enforcement representatives to consider enforcement and regulation matters. The next public meeting is Tuesday, Aug. 20, in Village Hall. Information on the Committee’s research, meeting minutes and council reports can be found at www.tiny.cc/marijuana.

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Drop off your metal recyclable items and they will be recycled and the funds will be used to provide a Thanksgiving food box for the families of children receiving Blessings in a Backpack throughout the school year.

Water’s Edge UMC and Blessings in a Backpack send food home for the weekends with New Buffalo Elementary School children that might not have enough food available to them at home.

In 2018, Blessings in a Backpack and Donation Station’s “Metal2Meals” sent home 21 Thanksgiving food boxes to local families.

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ewey Cannon Park in Three Oaks was alive with music Saturday, July 20, when the School of American Music (SAM) held its first concert there.

Musicians from the school performed from late morning until late afternoon. True to the school’s name, their setlists included everything from colonial ballads to 1940s big band tunes to jazz standards and rock favorites. Six groups took to Spring Creek Stage, which is located off the back of the school’s arts and education building and faces the park.

Music lovers of all ages sat in the shade to listen.

SAM offered shady spots and water to help beat the summer heat. While many audience members opted for seats in the shade, others got up to dance in the grass for a few numbers.

SAM offers classes in a wide range of musical subjects, including instrument lessons, voice, musical theory and composition. Students perform recitals and at community events throughout the year.

On Sunday, July 28, the SAM-affiliated Harbor Country Singers will perform a free concert on Spring Creek Stage as part of Three Oaks’ Civil War Days activities, which will take July 27-28.

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uly 24, 1915 was meant to be a perfect day. In the early morning, thousands of Western Electric employees, their families and friends collected on the Chicago River’s Clark Street bridge. A lavish picnic awaited them across the lake in Michigan City … a day of food, sporting events and parades in Michigan City’s Washington Park.

The women’s white summer dresses blew lazily in the temperate air, children in their Sunday best and men in bowler hats waited to board a luxury steamship dubbed “The Greyhound of the great lakes,” for the high speeds it could attain.

As they climbed aboard the magnificent Eastland, the vessel rolled back and forth, from starboard to port.

At 7:25 am, the rocking became more severe. Still the crowd’s festive mood was not dimmed by the speed queen’s lurches.

Until the streamlined beauty rolled loose from its moorings on the South bank of the river. And then the mighty Eastland slowly rolled onto its side.

This lopsided catastrophe happened just a few feet from the bridge, where a crowd of onlookers watched as 844 people lost their lives, including 22 entire families. And in only in 20 feet of water.

Originally, it was thought the deaths were due to drowning. But historians agree that it is more likely the funloving passengers were crushed to death, shroaded below deck, under the heaps of people and debris that fell on top of them - leaving no air for anyone.

So in effect they did not drown, they suffocated.

The Eastland disaster killed more passengers than the Titanic and the Lusitania. When it comes to accidents on the Great Lakes, the Eastland disaster was by far the worst. The sinking of the Lady Elgin in 1860, in which 279 people perished, is a distant second. So why is the Eastland such an enigma? Why do so few know about it?

And what caused it?

Twenty years of litigation decreed that top heavy ballast tanks were the culprit. Also to blame were the maritime laws that changed after the

Titanic. These laws wrongly forced the Eastland to carry too many lifeboats. Also, just before the picnic, the Eastland began allowing too many passengers to enjoy its speedy luxury.

The summer had seen lessened loads and this was a way to energize the till.

The result? The boat was perilously top-heavy.

There were two lawsuits resulting from the Eastland disaster. The first was a criminal trial which was held shortly after the accident. This verdict was handed down: All parties were found to be not guilty. None of the crew served any prison time or paid any fine.

But the civil lawsuit, twenty years A later, compounded the tragedy. s Nothing was paid to the families. The t value of the Eastland’s hull, around s $50,000, was the pot of money to be w dispersed. But before any was doled W to victims’ families, Eastland’s owners c had other claims to adjudicate. p Roughly, $35,000 went to raise T the Eastland. What was left, about h $15,000, was allotted to other vendors b with their hands out. You do the math! p There was nary a cent left to pay any of d the victims’ families. l The only reparation the victim’s families received was from the Western o Electric Company, the City of Chicago ( and the Red Cross. fi Here’s an interesting footnote: s George Halas, founder, owner and heado coach of the Chicago Bears, had worked r at Western Electric that summer and f was planning to attend the Western w Electric picnic that morning. Lucky l for him, George was late in arriving, t so he never had any contact with the p Eastland at all. r In 2015, the Old Lighthouse Museum s in Michigan City created an Eastland Disaster Memorial Centennial. It t resides on Michigan City’s waterfront s to honor those lost in this tragedy. a An anchor chain, made of 844 links, e winds its way to the Trail Creek wharf where the SS Eastland was to have F arrived that Saturday morning, July 24, U 1915. Two cast bronze plaques remind C visitors of the Eastland’s demise. f Postscript: The Eastland itself was y renamed the Wilmette in 1920 and T refitted as a naval training vessel until t she was broken up for scrap in 1947. M

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eeing as how it’s now the end of July, students more.

New Buffalo Area Schools is already “He’s looking forward to working with the gearing up for the 2019-2020 school younger kids in the elementary school,” he said. year.

A mini awards ceremony also took place when At the Monday, July 22, New Buffalo Max Gotcher, an incoming sixth grader, was Area School Board of Education meeting, presented with a complimentary community superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Leslie said that pass bearing his design on it after winning the two new generators, one for the elementary NBAS Community Pass Contest. school and one for the secondary school, The community pass began a couple years ago, will be delivered on when Leslie wanted to Wednesday. Two ensure that those who concrete pads were manned the gates at poured last Friday. athletic events knew The generators will who was a resident hopefully serve as a in the district. Passes backup in case of a can be used for free admittance to games as power outage, which the district had issues with well theater events. last school year.

Leslie said this is Leslie said one half the second contest the of the west parking lot district had opened to students to design the (closer to the baseball Max Gotcher (front) poses with his design pass. field) at the secondary and community pass with Dr. Jeff Leslie The son of Rex and school, which is full and board president Chuck Heit Tina Gotcher and big of potholes, will be brother of Owen, Max replaced. Workers had designed the pass with athletic symbols as from Shembarger Asphalt will come in this well as ones representing the arts. week and mill and fill in the section of parking lot, a process that should take a week. In the meantime, Leslie said that parents who he purchase/sale agreement and pick up their children at day camp will be bid from Alan Palmer and William required to drive around the fire lane near the Lindblom in the amount of $308,000 superintendent’s office. for the high school Building and Board members approved the employment of Trades class’ house located at 17670 two new staff members, Caroline Fortunato as Summerhill Lane in New Buffalo was approved. secondary social studies teacher and Rob Hauch Leslie said the minimum bid for the house as instructional assistant paraprofessional, was $291,000. He said at the last meeting that effective Aug. 26. the district received two bids on the house. The Secondary principal Wayne Butler said that house is the third one that the students have Fortunato received her bachelor of arts from the built at Summerhill, as the district purchased University of Michigan and her master’s from five lots in 2016.

Columbia University in New York. She hails Board members approved the following from Grand Haven, New Jersey, and has five coaching positions for 2019-2020: Vance Price, years’ teaching experience. She will be replacing boys varsity cross country; Ed Fidler, middle Tracy Ripley, who left her job as social studies school cross country; Matthew Johnson, varsity teacher to become principal at Eau Claire football; Paul Keller, varsity football assistant Middle/High School in Eau Claire, Michigan. coach; John Visel, varsity football assistant Hauch is the longtime coach for the high coach; Jeffrey Olson, middle school football; school robotics team, Bionic Bison, as well as Erik Beers, head boys varsity soccer coach; a substitute teacher. He will be replacing Beth Nicholas Talbott, assistant boys varsity soccer coach; Pano Arvanitis, middle school co-ed Arvantis, who left the position to become the soccer; Natalie Walter, middle school co-ed new middle school secretary after Barb Coffman soccer; Amy Ingle, varsity boys tennis; Kevin retired.

Labaj, varsity head volleyball coach; Kelsie Leslie, who said that the district received four Shutz, junior varsity volleyball; Karla Madison, applications for the position, said that he was seventh grade volleyball; and Luis Sanchez, sixth disappointed to be losing another substitute grade volleyball. teacher but happy to see Hauch be with the

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looked at the thermometer on Saturday and was not too surprised to see that it was “are you kidding me?” degrees. Most of you probably don’t remember, but way back in the 1950’s, many people didn’t have air conditioners.

Central air didn’t come along in force until the 1970’s.

I remember getting dropped off at the movies with my buddies at least once most every summer on particularly hot days because the movie theater was about the only place that had air conditioning. I’m really thankful that Willis Carrier, in 1902, created the modern idea of air conditioning.

Basketball and hockey are about done with their drafts, free agent acquisitions and trades, so Chicago’s sports focus is squarely on baseball, and if you can believe it, football. The Cubs have started to play well since the all star break, while the White Sox have struggled. Javier Baez continues to amaze me with his play both in the field and at bat. The tag he made in the ninth inning of Saturday’s game was something to behold.The Sox have had a successful season due to the emergence of several of their young players.

They have become much more fun to watch and while I feel that Steve Stone still harbors some resentment towards the Cubs, I’m really enjoying their play-byplay announcer Jason Benetti. Recently, I found out that Jason is from the south suburbs, having attended Homewood-Flossmoor High School. Even though Jason has cerebral palsy, he hasn’t allowed it to define him.

Jason is a good announcer and another reason to follow the White Sox. Thank goodness football practice didn’t start last week or half the team would probably have gotten heat exhaustion. It’s hard to believe, but training camps in the NFL begin this week. In about six weeks, the regular season will begin and Bears fans everywhere are extremely optimistic. The season opener is Thursday, September 5, against the Green Bay Packers.

The Bears seem poised to return to the Super Bowl this season and while I usually believe the football season is too long, this year I can’t wait for it to start. My optimism for the Bears is carrying over to the fantasy football season. Our fantasy commissioner passed away last year so this season is going to be a memorial to Jim, a great friend, commissioner, and most of all a great man. He will be missed this season but by the same token, he will be thought of every week. So, between the Bears and Big Thunder (my fantasy team) it is going to be an amazing season.

Albert Camus said, “In the depth of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer.” Be kind to one another. Keep smiling. Stay cool. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

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LIGHT IT UP... n a beautiful summer night on June 24, we projected colorful artwork onto Sweetwater’s wall, next to Brewster’s parking lot in downtown New Buffalo. The art was created by students from Mr. Raney’s class at New Buffalo Elementary.

Lots of thanks to the parents and students who joined in, and to the TPC tech guys, Joe Barron and Gordon Reay. And a big shoutout to the Southwestern Michigan REALTORS Association for providing the seed money.

I designed this light show, “You gotta have heart!”, to start a conversation about doing other projections in downtown New Buffalo.

Now I want to hear from you: 1. Is this something you, as a resident of our community, would like to continue to do?

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

Surfer in heavy chop attracts rescuers

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illage of Grand Beach Council members agreed to table a decision on moving ahead with work on a test well for golf course irrigation at their Wednesday, July 17, meeting.

Currently, the pump house on the beach supplies the water for the golf course’s irrigation; however, it has been greatly affected by the erosion going on at the beach. Council members are searching for a secondary water source for the golf course.

While the matter is urgent, Blake O’Halloran, village president protem (president Deborah Lindley was absent) said that the village shouldn’t spend $18,440 to $25,160 right now on the well with the upcoming purchase of the 42 acres. The $25,160 cost will include filling in the well if it doesn’t work or won’t provide enough water, while $18,440 would be the cost to drill the well and if it works, that will be the cost just for the well.

O’Halloran said he particularly wanted to see how much money was raised from a fundraiser held Saturday, July 20, regarding the 42 acres the village is trying to acquire.

O’Halloran said the village still hasn’t secured permits from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) for work on the pump house and a contractor to put Armour stone around it to protect it. He called the situation “very serious” if the pump house takes a direct hit from the erosion.

O’Halloran added that he said the same thing last year regarding receiving permits for pump house work.

“I don’t think it (the well) can wait another winter,” he said.

Council members approved tabling a motion on the Royal Avenue nonmotorized path until the next meeting.

The village received three bids on the path, but O’Halloran said he felt that there was too much of a swing in the bids. Council member Paul Leonard Jr. said that three bids are usually within 10% to 15% of each other, which tells him that the companies aren’t working on the same page regarding the project’s scope.

Superintendent Bob Dabbs will send out a scope sheet to the three vendors to let them review their quotes again.

Council members approved a resolution to amend the village’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) guidelines and procedures.

The resolution states that a “request from a person, other than an individual who qualifies as indigent under section 4(2)(a), must include the requesting person’s complete name, address, and contact information, and, if the request is made by a person other than an individual, the complete name, address, and contact information of the person’s agent who is an individual. Contact information “must include a valid telephone number or electronic mail address.” A fee may also be charged for the “labor cost of copying/duplication.” If a person is given a quote for filing the request and they don’t pay it within 45 days, the request will be abandoned and the clerk doesn’t have to fulfill it.

Police chief Dan Schroeder still has 85 hours of sick time and 228.5 hours of vacation time left and he uses approximately 20 hours of sick pay every two weeks.

Council members agreed to continue the decision made at a special Feb. 20, 2019 council meeting regarding Schroeder and to continue his sick vacation insurance and reevaluate it next month.

Council members approved a $2860 bid from Liquid Engineering to clean the water tower.

Council members approved paying $2000 for the purchase of a new golf cart from LanCam Inc. Council members approved entering into two contracts with Michigan Indiana Power with regards to having the village’s existing mercury and sodium vapor lights be replaced with new LED lights.

Council member Paul Leonard Jr. explained that the state of Michigan is requiring the MIP to replace all the conventional lights with LED ones at no cost to each municipality. MIP is spending $4 million to replace the lights throughout the state.

Leonard said that the village is getting charged a different tariff rate depending on its current lighting system. The village has two contracts because it has two different tariffs.

Should the village choose not to participate, it wouldn’t have all the lights replaced at once; however, IMP would replace a light once it had burned out with a new LED one.

Leonard added that the new lights will provide better illumination on the streets and less light pollution onto the neighborhood properties.

Clerk Mary Robertson said that IMP will be in the area this month to replace the lights.

O’Halloran said Jaimie Flick, interim police chief, received a letter from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) in response to his letter addressing concerns about the state’s proposed “road diet.” The diet would begin at the state line and go into the City of New Buffalo, reducing the current four lanes on U.S. Highway 12 to three lanes. One lane would go west and another lane would go east, with a turning lane in the middle. The letter explained that MDOT was planning on the completion of its road resurfacing project on the same stretch of Highway 12 in 2021. In addition to the planned project, a road diet was also being considered.

An open house-style meeting was being planned for the fall at MDOT’s Coloma Business Office.

A surfer in an extremely heavy Lake Michigan chop drew a response from rescuers Monday night.

As it turned out, though, it appears the Chicago area man, simply out for a little adventure, was never in any distress.

He was safely on the shore by the time Chikaming Township firefighters made it out on a rescue boat.

According to the Chikaming Township Police report, a man at Town Line Beach in Union Pier called 911 when he saw a man paddling on a surf board about a quarter mile off shore at sunset.

The caller reported the man appeared to be struggling to get back.

Chikaming Township Fire Chief Mike Davidson said firefighters from his department and other jurisdictions launched separate boats and began making their way through the six to seven feet high waves.

The surfer who appeared to be in his 40’s safely made it back to shore prior to rescuers in boats arriving.

“He was fine. Everything was good,’’ said Chikaming Township Police Chief Todd Taylor.

Taylor said the man explained he has surfed for years and gave no indication he was ever in any trouble.

The man was wearing a floatable wet suit, he said.

Davidson said the caller used good judgement in making the emergency call given the rough conditions and number of drownings and rescues recently along the southern tip of the lake.

He did question the decision by the surfer, despite his experience, to venture out.

“We’ve had many instances where people they just kind of test fate.

They’re adventuresome and just go out. The people on the shoreline in many cases do not know the capabilities of the individuals out in the water and they try to be good citizens and make a phone call,’’ Davidson said. — STAN MADDUX

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American cuisine served up with Latin twist at The Grove

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

duardo Pesantez has been cooking professionally for “half of his life,” he said.

“Which is a really long time,” Dr. Robert Flood, his associate (or “silent partner,” as he puts it), who helps Pesantez with book work and finances, joked.

The executive chef at The Grove (which is located where the former Timothy’s Restaurant was at Gordon Beach Inn in Union Pier), Pesantez, along with The Grove owner Maira Pinargote, Flood, and the rest of the staff, welcomed everyone to the restaurant at a Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting Thursday, July 18.

Pinargote said she’s grateful to have the support of community members, as several of them were present the day of the ribbon-cutting to sample the cuisine.

“She’s extremely happy for the opportunity to show everyone what she loves most, which is her culture and delicious food they have in Ecuador, and bring it to this beautiful area,” Gypsy Martinez, general manager of The Grove, said.

According to an official press release, The Grove features “unique American fare with a Latin flair.” Land, sea, pasta and vegan dinner features have a South American twist, including a selection of three paella dishes. There’s the Signature Paella, which is brimming with mussels, clams, shrimp, chorizo sausage and fresh veggies. Fried plantains are part of the varied side dish menu along with soups and salads.

Originally from Cuenca, Ecuador, Pesantez received his culinary training at the Culinary Institute of America in New York. There, he picked up on recipes and cooking methods from several chefs. He also gained experience from working at a well-known Benton Harbor, Michigan,

restaurant.

Zach Zitske, who’s owned Gordon Of course, Pesantez also drew Beach Inn and nearby Lakeside Inn with inspiration from his Ecuadorian roots, as his mother (his uncle was the previous he’s collected recipes from his sisters. owner) for the past four years, said that “The idea of this restaurant is to he was excited that the restaurant was have something different than the ones offering “Latin kind of cuisine and other around here,” Pesantez said of American offerings you don’t find around here.” and Latin “We’re flavors just really happily excited… the coexisting cuisine he’s at every bringing to meal. the area is “This top quality, area really he’s been needs this a chef for a type of long time quality food around here – people in and we’re Michigan very excited City and for a new New beginning Buffalo will here,” Zitske really enjoy said. it,” Flood For years, added.

Pesantez Guests has run a are invited catering to stop in business, and enjoy Cravings the hors Catering, d’oeuvres, and has followed done events Dan Carrick (right), district director for state by a hearty at the Sen. Kim LaSata, presents a certificate to Eduardo dinner if Lakeside Pesantez (center) and Mason Moore (left) they so Inn, choose. including The Grove will also have a happy running Cravings Breakfast at the hour tradition, “Tapas & Sangria Lakeside Inn. Pesantez said he can do at Wednesdays,” from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., least 500 people for his catering events, with a tapas flight and sangria bar for which have included ones for Whirlpool patrons to customize their own dining VIPs. experience at a special price.

Pinargote said she’s also extremely “People who get off the beach can come happy with the restaurant’s personnel. in if they want to drink a little bit,” Flood The Grove is teeming with dedicated said staff members: Pesantez; Martinez; and

A view of the back screened-in deck at The Grove

Mason Moore, the bar manager.

Also supporting the new restaurant at the ribbon-cutting were Renaee Gardner, the catering manager at Cravings Catering; and Sam Darrigrand, manager of Gordon Beach Inn and Lakeside Inn. Dan Carrick, district director for state Sen. Kim Lasata (R-St. Joseph), was also on hand to present the business with a certificate.

Moore said the bar, which is located by one of the screened decks on the side of the building (a longer one is located in the back), features drinks, from craft beer to higher end liquor to typical mixed drinks or shots to a wide selection of wines, that should cater to a variety of tastes.

Moore emphasized that the youngest diners are welcome at The Grove.

Plans are in the works to have a space for children to play outside as well as scavenger hunts and other activities. A children’s menu features kid-friendly cuisine (like the perennial childhood favorite, macaroni and cheese).

“We’re very family friendly, even though we have white tablecloth dining,” he said.

Martinez, who was at first overwhelmed by the “boxes and boxes” that were piled up in the restaurant (“I had to learn how to decorate,” she said), has been pleased by how The Grove has developed such a quick following.

“This location is very welcoming, and our guests have said nothing but great things about the food,” she said.

The Grove will be open year-round within Gordon Beach Inn at 16220 Lakeshore Rd., Union Pier. Summer hours are Sunday through Thursday from 5 to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 5 to 11 p.m. Reservations are highly suggested. For more information, call 269-934-9700 or visit the Facebook page.

Staff members cut the ribbon on The Grove

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THURSDAY, JULY 25, 2019 Mandy Henson and Brittney Sherrill pose by a vintage car on a road at White Pine

Stephany Petsch admires a blue vintage model at White Pine

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The hot rods and cool pin-up girls of summer

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

nce again, those famous hot rods and cool pin-up calendar girls took center stage during the eighth annual Full Throttle Throwdown, which took place at U.S. 12 Speed and Custom Saturday,

July 20.

From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., the public could view a variety of sweet vintage rides (such as a 1972 VW Bug and a 1934 Lincoln Pickup) that were on display in the shop’s parking lot. Later in the afternoon, the cars sped away in a dramatic fashion down U.S. 12, drawing cheers and applause from those who were standing outside when a car left clouds of smoke in its wake (the more smoke, the better).

Girls in fashionable pin-up attire could be seen strolling among the crowds of people throughout

the day. Later, the girls were treated to a special photo shoot session by photographer Anji Monique for U.S. 12 Speed and Custom’s 2020 pin-up calendar at nearby White Pine New Buffalo, located at 13369 Wilson Rd. Other attractions included live entertainment from Left Lane Cruiser, a beer garden and food vendor area, a kid’s pedal car race and a jet car demo by Chicago’s Best Hot Blade Dragster.

According to its Facebook page, U.S 12 Speed and Custom is “your one stop-shop for everything to make your ride go fast and look good.” Services offered include work on street cars and race cars, custom sheet metal work, custom built cages, custom headers and exhaust, custom paint and graphics, and custom body work. They are located at 19015 U.S. Hwy. 12 in New Buffalo.

A Roma Pizza car was on display at the car show

A variety of cars were on display at U.S. 12 Speed and Custom

Sydney Snyder poses beside a vintage car at White Pine in New Buffalo

Carrie Bryk poses alongside her husband’s vintage set of wheels at White Pine

Kala Renbarger poses with a parasol at White Pine

Maddie Grzywacz and Angelina Bryk race in cars at U.S. 12 Speed and Custom

Pin-up calendar girls Lacey Peters and Lindsay Ennesser pose by a vintage car at White Pine

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Rotary Club pig roast beats the heat and rain

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t was a good night for the hard-working volunteers and guests of the Harbor Country Rotary Club’s pig roast, which was held again on the beautiful E.K. Warren estate of Gene and Carol Svebakken Saturday, July 20.

At first, it seemed it would be insufferably hot; then, it rained a little, which made the atmosphere quite pleasant. It was to the great relief of one and all, and especially the volunteers and club members (not to mention the esteemed VIP guests), who had been working much of the day in the hot sun.

Two bands, the Peter and Dan Show and The Erly, played all night, with some of the guests dancing on the lawn. Generous portions of pulled pork was prepared

by New Buffalo Bill’s in New Buffalo. In addition to the great barbecued pork, huge divided dishes were filled generously with Cole slaw, potato salad and dinner rolls.

Everything was enjoyed in the near perfect temperature and atmosphere of the short, light rain. It was just enough to make things perfectly pleasant. Few bothered to even put up their umbrellas or go to the tents. It was that refreshing, a lovely, light rain and so unexpected.

It seemed that everyone was dressed for this outdoor occasion. Lil’ Lewis wore a long, ankle-length linen dress of aqua-marine green (with her flaming red hair, she made quite a statement). Her always distinguished husband Steve wore an ensemble in his favored shades of taupe and browns. Terry and Lorraine Hanover, the omnipresent supporters of philanthropic events and sponsors of many charity events through their Center of the World custom furniture studio and show room in Harbert, were both wearing Bermuda shorts and bright, printed cotton shirts. Larry Shawver, founder of this remarkable and now historic chapter of the Rotary Club (initially called the Region of Three Oaks Rotary Club), was dancing with Lynn Kean in her two-piece white linen outfit. (Larry complimented her with his Polo blue checkered shirt and his blue Polo hat.)

There was a fundraising tent serving mixed drinks, wine and sodas, and the five volunteer bar tenders were busy pouring cold drinks all evening. There was also a tent for homemade pies made by volunteers, where Darlene Heemstra was in charge (like every year).

The two bands performed under one of several tents on the lawn in front of the beautiful Warren estate, which is exclusively maintained by owner Gene Svebakken, an earlier president of the club. He and his wife, Carol, are the perennial host and hostess to this main fundraiser for the Harbor Country Rotary Club. They also host the annual Harbor Country Rotary Club’s Christmas party.

Ongoing community Rotary projects include the donation of “birthday books” for students in preschool through the fifth grade; supplying materials for Chikaming Open Lands’ “Mighty Acorn” program and volunteering for field trips; and doing an “Adopt a Highway” cleanup every year. Rotary members have also cleaned up and provided signage for Hoadley Trail as well as provided guard patrol volunteers for the road crossings at the Apple Cider Century bike ride. They also create beautiful Christmas food baskets, as well as donate hats and mittens to students, and man the Mobile Food Pantry. The club donated all the room providers as part of renovations for the River Valley Senior Center and raised funds for adult exercise equipment at New Buffalo Township Park (more than $47 000).

The pig roast was just one more means for the Harbor Country Rotary Club to continue its volunteer efforts for the benefit of the Harbor Country community.

The club meets every Friday at 7:30 a.m. for a breakfast meeting at Lakeside Methodist Church.

Visitors are welcome. Interested parties should email harborcountryrotary.org.

Members of The Erly get everyone hopping at the pig roast

Guests enjoy the pig roast with the historical E.K. Warren house in the background

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Terry and Lorraine Hanover

Lil Lewis and Steve Shimek

Brian Thompson, pit master at New Buffalo Bill’s, and Phil Wingo, grill the 220 pound pig from Jake’s Country Meats

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ANOTHER NEAR DROWNING DESPITE RED FLAGS POSTED

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nother person drowned in Lake Michigan despite the posting of red flags advising not to enter the dangerous waters.

The latest drowning was less than two weeks after the body of a missing teenager swimming with red flags posted was recovered close to Union Pier.

Christian Rosete, 25, of Michigan City died Sunday night at Franciscan Health, according to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.

He was swimming with his family at Washington Park beach in Michigan City about 24 hours prior to his death when overcome by high waves, IDNR said.

Rosete after being pulled from the water by firefighters and good Samaritans was transported to the hospital.

The lake was also very choppy when Rahem Mason, 17, of South Bend drowned July 6 at the same beach.

His body was located five days later in Michigan on a beach at Victor Ave. in Union Pier, Michigan.

Michigan City Park Department Superintendent Jeremy Kienitz said red flags are posted at the lifeguard tower and park entrance whenever dangerous water conditions exist.

Warnings are also reflected on digital signage just recently installed and beachgoers are educated throughout the day by walking patrols initiated whenever the water becomes dangerous, he said.

“Unfortunately, many visitors do not adhere to these warnings and still decide to enter the water,’’ Kienitz said.

Former Indiana state senator Jim Arnold of La Porte presented legislation several years ago to ticket red flag violators when he was in office.

His proposal died after met by an outcry of opposition from people like wind surfers driving long distances sometimes to enjoy the lake.

Arnold said the idea was to protect not just swimmers but life guards and other emergency responders having to enter turbulent waters to try and reach someone ignoring the advisories.

“All we were saying is we need some enforcement to protect people from their own poor judgement,’’ he said. — STAN MADDUX

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Singers to reveal Broadway favorites at ‘Broadway Bucket List’

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

efore Robert Swan planned his latest summer show, he asked everyone to toss their favorite Broadway tunes into one big bucket.

“Everyone,” meaning, the performers themselves.

“It’s a bucket list of people onstage and, hopefully, a bucket list of the people coming (to the performance),” he said by phone from his home in Rolling Prairie, Indiana.

The result is “Broadway Bucket List,” which will take place at the Acorn Theater at 8 p.m. this Saturday, July 27.

The show’s lineup of singers is tenor John Concepcion, soprano Susan Nelson, a mezzo-soprano Holly Schroeder. Instrumentalists will include Paul Hamilton, who will be playing the piano and Dick Bunn, who will be on bass.

The singers have chosen a diverse list of songs, ranging from the well-known (“The Man That Got Away” from “A Star is Born,” sung by Schroeder) to some surprises (“Dream with Me,” from “Peter Pan,” sung by Nelson). Songs from “My Fair Lady,” “Gypsy,” and “Guys and Dolls” will also be making an appearance.

The show will be presented by Swan and Harbor Country Opera (formerly Opera at the Acorn), of whom Swan is the founder.

Having traveled the country himself performing opera, bringing opera to the local stage seemed like a natural fit for Swan. His acting credits include “Hoosiers,” “Rudy” and an appearance on “All My Children.”

Harbor Country Opera has done Broadway in the past. One summer, a show was put on at the Acorn featuring selections from “Phantom of the Opera” and “Les Miserable.”

Swan said that opera and Broadway has more in common than people may think. In the past, the Metropolitan Opera House often had singers who sang on the Broadway stage.

Opera singers have a distinct way of performing, Swan said. Often, audience members will fall in love with the “intrinsic beauty of the voice.”

“It’s a style of singing called ‘belting…’ Some people really like that,” Swan said.

For 15 years, Swan has been putting on shows within the community. While he’s mainly done operas, he’s occasionally “delved” into Broadway, he said. Past operas have included “The Magic Flute,” “Carmen,” “La Traviata,” “Pagliacci,” “Madama Butterfly,” and “La Boheme.” Each December, guests have also been treated to the ever-popular “Christmas at the Acorn” the last Saturday before Christmas.

And audience members keep coming back for more. Swan said that, when he first conceived the idea to do an opera at the Acorn, the original owners didn’t think it would sell. Years later, Swan said that the shows are consistently sellouts.

Seeing a world-class opera by experienced performers without even having to stray outside of Harbor Country, much less trek across the country to New York, for the reasonable price of $25 is appealing for a lot of people.

Swan said it’s the support from local residents, as well as businesses and, most especially, The Pokagon Fund, that have made the productions successful and affordable to everyone.

“There’s a real desire for classical music out here,” he said.

As for Swan, he’ll keep putting on classic and affordable shows so long as they keep him busy and happy.

“It’s a part of my plan to keep me out of trouble while I’m out here,” he said.

Tickets for Broadway Bucket List are $30 general admission. Call 269-756-3879 or visit www.acornlive.org.

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Warren Dunes to debut new release in New Buffalo Seattle indie band Warren Dunes (featuring Julia Massey) will be playing two local shows supporting their recent release, “Welcome to Warren Dunes.”

The first will be at the New Buffalo Township Public Library Friday, July 26, and the second will be at Music in the Park at New Buffalo Township Park & Pavilion Wednesday, Aug. 7.

In “Warren Dunes,” brothers Jared and Dominic Cortese, along with Julia Massey, chart new realms of musical fantasy with contagious joy. Featuring post-modern beach music from the Pacific Northwest, “Welcome to Warren Dunes” weaves threads of indie pop, artrock, psych, and Tropicalia into a complex yet easygoing whole. A cohesive statement, unique yet instantly recognizable, “Welcome to Warren Dunes” slides seamlessly from delicate post-punk explorations to anthemic, sing-along pop built on a foundation of arenaworthy choruses.

The album can be previewed at www.soundcloud.com/user106122558/sets/warren-dunesfeat-julia-massey-2019-ep/s-RWkpz.

Warren Dunes has been described a “slinking piece of Caribbean funk-pop with big choruses and groovy rhythms” by Under the Radar magazine. — STAFF REPORTS

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OBITUARIES J Local Artist Brian Kissman comes home to share “Sculpture Hat Series”

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eople milled about the False Front on Whittaker St. Sunday evening, July 21, enjoying time with artist Brian Kissman at the opening of his current show; a series of 10 large scale oil on canvas paintings, “Sculpture Hat Series.”

Kissman’s general joie de vivre is contagious, a vibrant personality reflected in his equally vibrant work. Feeling that it’s his “best work” to date, Kissman spoke of his state of mind achieved while creating this work; rich in color and full of expression, he was able to focus while painting with virtually no distraction while working in Hyderabad, India from July 2017 to May 2019.

Kissman has been described as “first and foremost a fauve expressionist, feeling the balance of color, form, and line to stir undefined emotions.” He has always had a fascination with hats... His work shows a genre, yet each piece is highly original and exceptionally creative, one different from the next.”

His work has been showcased in galleries in Chicago, Detroit, and Phoenix. Kissman has been painting for over 40 Years.

David’s Deli and The False Front will have Kissman’s Sculpture Hat Series on display through August 31.

David’s Deli is open daily from 7:30AM – 4:00PM (2PM Tuesdays) and The False Front is open 6:00PM – 12 Midnight (closed Tuesday and Wednesday).

You can contact the artist, Brian Kissman at bkissman@ learnonpoint.com. — KRISTIN FATOUROS

James Dry 1922-2019

ames Dry, age 97, of Long Beach, Indiana passed away on Friday, July 19, 2019 at his home. He was born at home in Michigan City, Indiana on January 24, 1922 to Joseph and Ethel Williamson Dry, who preceded him in death. Upon returning home from the service, Jim married Janis Norris Dry in Michigan City, IN. She also preceded him in death.

Jim is survived by his children: Jo-Ann (Kevin) Wurz & Tim Dry; grandchildren: Laura (Richard) Wurz Rubio and Sarah Wurz; greatgranddaughter: Catalina Rubio. Jim joins his wife, mother, father, sister, Ruth Carpenter, many family members and dogs.

Jim was President of his Junior Class, an outstanding athlete, and avid outdoorsman. Continuing on he played basketball and ran track at Valparaiso University until being drafted into the Army Air Force, serving through the duration of WWII at a small airfield in Cold Bay Harbor in the Aleutian Chain of Alaska as a flight controller.

Jim was a teacher; qualified to teach all Business Classes, Physical Education & Sciences with a Masters Degree from Indiana University and further studies from Kalamazoo College, Western & Eastern Michigan Universities. He also worked at his father’s auto dealership, Long Beach baseball, Long Beach Fire Dept., Police Dept. & at the Marina in New Buffalo, Michigan. He was also a Free Mason, Shriner, Scottish Rite member, and a member of the VFW & DAV. Jim and family travelled often. He returned to Newaygo, Michigan where he had his first teaching position. He had many cottages around Newaygo.

Jim was an avid dry fly fisherman and upland bird hunter.

Memorial Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 28, 2019 at Long Beach Community Center, 2501 Oriole Trail, Michigan City, Indiana from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM with a Masonic Service at 4:30 PM. Memorials in James’s name may be given to Dunes Hospice, 4711 Evans, Valparaiso, IN 46383 or Newaygo High School, 200 East St., Newaygo, MI 49337.

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larence Heemstra, 82, of Three Oaks, died peacefully, Sunday, July 14, 2019 in his residence in the presence of his family.

Clarence was born November 15, 1936 in Chicago, Illinois to Clarence and Theresa (Evenhuis) Heemstra. He married Darlene Kuiper July 17, 1959 in Byron Center, Michigan. Clarence lived a full life of many adventures and tales; held many unique jobs, moved often, and traveled the world.

Clarence will be greatly missed by family and friends.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Darlene Heemstra of Three Oaks; two daughters, Debbie (Tom) Novak, Sharon (Brian Conklin) Stone; four grandchildren, Terry Novak, Wade (Tara Gerlak) Novak, Andy (Sara Baciak) Novak, Nick (Jessica Penn) Stone and a host of nieces and nephews. Clarence was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Frank (Delores) Heemstra.

Family and friends will gather August 2, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. with a Celebration of Life at 7:00 p.m. in Three Oaks Social Club, 8 Maple Street, Three Oaks, Michigan 49128. The family prefers contributions be made in memory of Clarence to Rotary Club of Harbor Country, Post Office Box 12, Three Oaks, Michigan 49128.

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

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NEW BUFFALO Year Around Rental. Large 2 and 3 bedroom apartments.Will be available in September/October. Quiet Living, no pets. $750-$925 per month.

For more information call 269-469-1364.

HELP WANTED LOVE WORKING OUTDOORS AND IN THE TREES? Then C & A is for you. Local tree care company looking for ground crew help. We train. Must be 18 years or older and have a valid driver’s license.

Heavy lifting involved. 269-756-2571 or jamietreephilosophy@gmail.com.

3 TO 5 DAYS/WEEK Summer employment 3 to 5 days per week. Looking for Friendly, Mature, person with good math skills to work in sales at Lakeside Antiques. Please call 269-469-0341 to schedule an interview.

FULL TIME COOK POSITION IN LA PORTE 1 Year Experience. Call Oak Woods Manor for more details.

219-362-6600.

HOUSEHOLD HELP NEEDED Looking for someone who is happy to help in a joyfully chaotic home.

Mornings preferred, days flexible. Text 269-405-0705.

NEIGHBOR BY NEIGHBOR (NBYN) seeks a full-time MSW community practice social worker for a case manager position in southwest Berrien County. NbyN assists lowincome residents access resources and services, as well as addresses barriers to improving their lives. Pay commensurate with experience.

Receiving resumes and references at Neighbor by Neighbor, c/o Harbertchurch@gmail.com.

SERVICES FISH FOR STOCKING Most Varieties Pond Lakes.

Laggis Fish Farm 269-628-2056 Days, 269-624-6215 Eve. HOME CLEAN HOME Affordable, reliable and ready to serve all of your cleaning needs! Residential, rentals, and business services-serving NWI/New Buffalo and surrounding areas. 219-393-

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SERVICE DIRECTORY

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Professionals in all of your tree care needs “Opening Doors To Affordable Housing”

We Build Modular Homes Year Round Located On The Corner of Fail Road & Highway #2 Over 5 Model Homes On Display

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Mac and PC Upgrades and Repairs Small Business Professionals

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HOROSCOPE JULY 25-31, 2019

AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 Enjoy the nice boost of confidence and purpose the stars will be giving you this week. So, avoid escapist tendencies and face adversities. There may be some adjustments or new regulations you will have to deal with in your career but you will be happy with the changes it brings you financially.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 You will make friends easily now and may even feel like you should promote a cause or support changes for the people around you.

The problem is you may have to make some financial changes that require more paperwork or further research. Not a smooth week but rewarding.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20 When it comes to your home and security this week you will lean towards the more militaristic side. Don’t play with fire, my friend. Do your best to secure good relations but don’t go out of your way to engage with people who are unreasonable or problematic. Retreat and regroup.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 You may need to protect your reputation this week. Don’t be afraid to set the record straight and clarify issues for people. You need to be the one who is staying on top of paperwork and deadlines. Authority figures or people who are suppose to handle legal matters may drop the ball.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 Your communications could get a little erratic. One on one conversations may go smoothly but once you try to reach a larger audience you may be met with some adversity. There may be some drastic changes that need to be made before you can experience some solitude or feel refreshed.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 You will have an added intensity and drive this week; that divine spark that makes you want to contribute to society or your community. The problem is you may have to deal with some sudden changes at work or with a coworker, which could affect your schedule.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 Financial crises seems to be looming but the reality is you are in a much stronger position than you think. Your talents or skills are being sought after but the offers won’t be coming in overnight. The drastic changes are happening on the social level not the personal. Relax and check those messages.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 There is a lot of transformative energy focused on you this week and it may make you feel under pressure to make changes that you may not be ready for.

Guard against making drastic changes until you have had time to think and explore alternative options. Good week to stay home.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 It might feel like all eyes are on you with a huge amount of expectation but the fact is, you may be your worst critic. Even if you experience some drastic changes to your career or public image, it will ultimately be for the better. It will free you from obligations and unwanted drama.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 You may experience some controversy this week and it’s important you don’t give away your power. Public opinion may be important to you now but don’t compromise your principles to maintain the status quo. There could be a sense of restlessness if you don’t act. Be still, this will pass.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 It’s important that you keep things private this week.

There is a sense of needing to relax and be out of the hustle and bustle of the crowd. Even if partners or friends try to get you out on the town, you’ll be much better company when you’re one on one. Quiet evenings at home are in order.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 There is a lot of hard work on your plate this week.

The good news is you are mentally and physically prepared to face difficult tasks and won’t be afraid to put in the long hours. Also, you will be well compensated this time around and will get the recognition you didn’t get before.

Ask yourself whether the dream of heaven and greatness should be waiting for us in our graves - or whether it should be ours here and now and on this earth.

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

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

DAILY EVENTS

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

EVERY MONDAY

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

Teacher is Marie Crist. $7 per class.

EVERY WEDNESDAY

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

CREATIVE EDITORIAL MARKETING

DESIGN

CALL TODAY! WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

219-331-9230

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

All are welcome.

MUSIC IN THE PARK 7-9PM. New Buffalo Township Park. 17425 Red Arrow Hwy. New Buffalo.

Listen to a live band every week and enjoy food from a local dining establishment.

EVERY THURSDAY

NEW BUFFALO FARMERS MARKET 4-8PM. N Whittaker Street. New Buffalo.

The market features local goods from farmers/growers, businesses and local artisans.

TRIVIA NIGHT AT DOOLEY’S 7-9PM. 310 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo.

269-469-2247. www.dooleyslakehouse. com.

EVERY THURSDAY & SUNDAY

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

10487 Kruger Rd. New Buffalo.

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

LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

HARBOR COUNTRY BOOK CLUB 6:30PM. New Buffalo Township Library.

EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY LIVE MUSIC AT NIGHT AT DOOLEY’S 8PM. Dooley’s Lake House Pub.

EVERY SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

GENIUS NIGHT AND OPEN MIC 6:30-9:30PM. Elsie Earl Studios.

200 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo. www.elsieearlstudios.com.

The night will feature local and area literary performance and visual artists sharing their unique talents before an audience. Coffee, tea, and snacks will be provided. The cost is $5.

EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY

SKIP’S OPEN-AIR EUROPEAN FARMERS MARKET 9AM-3PM. 16710 Lake Shore Rd. New Buffalo.

Featuring a wide array of food, crafts, produce and other items from local vendors.

EVERY SATURDAY

YOGA AT THE PARK 9AM. New Buffalo Township.

THREE OAKS FARMERS MARKET 9AM-3PM. Carver Park. Three Oaks.

The market takes place every Saturday, and features produce, flowers, jewelry, plants, crafts, eggs with music.

THROUGH SUNDAY, AUGUST 4 18 ARTISTS OPENING Elsie Earl Studios. 200 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo. www.elsieearlstudios.com.

NW Indiana & Chicago artists on Sunday, July 7, 1-4PM. Oil, watercolor, & acrylic paintings, photography, and sculpture.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, JULY 26-28

CIVIL WAR DAYS IN THREE OAKS Dewey Cannon Park, Three Oaks. www.civilwardaysthreeoaks.jimdo.com.

1-5PM Friday Kids Camp. 10AM Saturday and Sunday festivities begin.

SATURDAY, JULY 27

15TH ANNUAL ART, WINE AND MUSIC FESTIVAL AT DOMAINE BERRIEN CELLARS 11AM-7PM. Domaine Berrien Cellars. 398 E Lemon Creek Rd. Berrien Springs. 269473-9463. www.domaineberrien.com.

The free event is a celebration of local art, great wine, and live music in southwest Michigan.

COCKTAILS AT THE GRAND COTTAGE 5-9PM. New Buffalo. 219-872-4499. www.michianahumanesociety.org.

Michiana Humane Society benefit. Enjoy light hors ’doeuvres, an open bar, a raffle drawing, and a silent and live auction in a lakefront setting. Tickets are $125 per person. Reservations required.

GATSBY AT THE GARDENS 6-9PM CT. Friendship Botanic Gardens.

2055 E US Hwy. 12. Michigan City. 219878-9885. www.friendshipgardens.org.

Advanced tickets are $45 each and $55 day of the event.

HARBOR COUNTRY OPERA PRESENTS: BROADWAY BUCKET LIST 8PM. Acorn Theater. 107 Generation Dr. Three Oaks. 269-756-3879. www.acornlive.org.

Tickets are $30.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 3

CORN AND SAUSAGE ROAST 1PM-MIDNIGHT. New Buffalo Yacht Club. 500 W Water St. New Buffalo. 269-469-9808.

Live music by Red Deluxe and the Point ‘N Fingers Band at 3PM. Featuring corn, Italian and Polish sausage, side dishes, and beer, wine and spirits. Children’s activities from 2-4PM. ICE CREAM SOCIAL AND AUCTION 5-7PM. Lakeside Park. Lakeside Rd. and Red Arrow Hwy. Lakeside. www.thelakesideassociation.com.

Ice cream, cake, cookies and more. The best-decorated cakes will be auctioned off at 6:30PM, with proceeds going to the Lakeside Association Scholarship Fund.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 4

AMERICAN FAMILY DAY CELEBRATION 11AM-5PM CT. Hesston Steam Museum.

1201 E 1000 N. Hesston. www.hesston.org.

Any family (up to five members) can buy a special three-ride ticket for just $25 – and all family members ride on that ticket. This special American Family Day value ticket will be valid only on Sunday, August 4.

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.

Why not be happy after a while? You get to a certain age where you prepare yourself for happiness. Sometimes you never remember to get happy.

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8 PM ET Sat., July 27 at Acorn Theater