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Arrest in Chikaming burglary spree, armed robbery still unsolved PAGE 3

Grand Beach Village Council members discuss dire pump house situation, approve nonmotorized path bid PAGE 4

Stork arrives at Washington Park Zoo PAGE 5

Hesston Steam Museum to unveil newly restored steam locomotive PAGE 8 School of Choice discussion dominates New Buffalo Area Schools meeting PAGE 8

Berrien County Parks and Recreation Commission seeks input on five-year plan PAGE 12

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Arrest in Chikaming burglary spree, armed robbery still unsolved

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olice remained very active in their quest to solve an armed robbery following an arrest for a rash of residential burglaries in Chikaming Township.

Chikaming Township Police reported Monday a suspect was being held for the burglaries and confessed to the crimes.

Sensing restlessness in the community, Chikaming Township Police Chief Todd Taylor on Monday asked for patience just hours prior to the arrest.

“Please understand investigations take time. Despite what people see on television, real world police work takes a great deal of time to put the pieces of the puzzle together,” Taylor said.

Taylor also revealed his department has teamed up with another law enforcement agency in the investigation of the robbery Friday at Whistle Stop Grocery at 15700 Red Arrow Highway at Union Pier.

Before 8 a.m., police said a man wearing a black bottom jaw mask pointed a gun at a store clerk behind the register.

The clerk handed over an undisclosed amount of cash and the suspect fled in an older model navy or dark blue Chrysler 300, police said.

Police described the suspect as white, 5’8” to 5’11” and very thin with dark hair and black eyes.

The man wore a dark hoodie, camouflage pants and black gloves.

Anyone who might know the whereabouts of the robbery suspect and getaway vehicle was asked to contact Chikaming Township Police at (269) 469-3245.

One of the recent burglaries happened sometime overnight Saturday or Sunday at Milda’s Corner Market at 9901 Town Line Rd., also in Union Pier.

So far, Taylor said no evidence has turned up to link the burglary suspect to the commercial break-in.

Taylor said further details about the crimes were not released to avoid the potential of jeopardizing the still ongoing investigations but will be at a later time.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2019

HARBOR COUNTRY HIKERS’ SEPTEMBER HIKE TO FOCUS ON WETLANDS, DRAINAGE

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embers of the Harbor Country Hikers will be given an expert’s view of wetlands and drainage when they visit Hoadley Nature Trail in Three Oaks’ Watkins Park at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept.

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Berrien County Drain Commissioner Christopher Quattrin will explain the benefits of using constructed wetlands versus traditional methods of storm water management during the hike around Schwark Drain and through the adjacent nature trails. The site offers a first-hand demonstration of why wetlands and proper drainage are an important part of maintaining an area’s biodiversity.

The trails will cover a little more than a mile of moderate to easy hiking and are found behind Harding’s Grocery on U.S. Highway 12 at Nels Drive and Locust Street in Three Oaks.

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Nightmare on Elm Street – The JFK Assassination” will be the topic of the Community Forum sponsored by the Friends of New Buffalo Library at 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 9.

With an emphasis on Lee Harvey Oswald and his alleged role in the assassination, speaker Tim Smith will lead an evening of talk and discussion of the data surrounding the assassination of President John Kennedy. The talk also will examine the sequence of shots and what forces may have been behind the assassination.

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Grand Beach Village Council members discuss dire pump house situation, approve nonmotorized path bid

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

alling it a “desperate situation,” Grand Beach Village Council member and Golf and Pro Shop Commissioner Blake O’Halloran said that the village council will do everything it can to obtain a permit to protect the pump house at the council’s Wednesday, Aug. 21, meeting.

The village applied to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (formerly the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality) for permits to install armour stone in front of the pump house to protect it from falling victim to the ongoing erosion problem happening on the beach last September.

O’Halloran said that a golf course has two important components that keep it running: golfers and irrigation. The pump house currently provides irrigation for the village’s golf course.

A survey that the village was requested to do with regards to “whose property is whose” was completed in June, O’Halloran said.

Furthermore, other residents who put in permits got approved and are currently getting actual stone put out by their residences.

O’Halloran said he doesn’t think the pump house will survive another winter with very high lake levels.

“Pressure needs to be put on the EGLE to issue the permit – the EGLE needs to understand it can’t hold a village hostage. Whose fault will it be if we lose our house and we don’t have irrigation for the golf course?” he said.

“So, I’m throwing it out there: We’ll do what we can as a village to write letters and put emphasis on this thing,” O’Halloran added.

Once the village receives the permit, a time to install the stone (which O’Halloran said probably require a barge) would need to be set up with a contractor, which would need to be done before Nov. 1.

Grand Beach Village Council President Deborah Lindley said that a meeting that was set up for Aug. 5 to meet with Ben Zima from the EGLE was cancelled so the “whole month of August was lost to us.” She added that the village has been in constant “review” with its contractor Abonmarche and Zima.

The village has recently been seeking a secondary irrigation source for the golf course.

O’Halloran said that if the armour stone can’t be put down, then an actual well on the course may be a solution. Currently, the village was waiting on proposals from companies that actually do test wells to see if that would be the best course of action.

Lindley announced that the village still needs to collect an additional $50,692 in matching funds, which is $800,000 or 25% of the 42 Acres’ acquisition’s estimated $3.2 million cost.

The village has received a $2.4 million Michigan Department of Natural Resources Trust Fund (MDNRTF) grant for the property, which includes the driving range, pond and wooded area.

The state is currently reviewing the village’s project agreement. Project consultant Mario McKenna of McKenna and Associates will be getting a 40-year title search completed. Another appraisal on the land (two previous appraisals include one that was conducted by the owners of

the property, Grand Beach Land Development, and one from the village) will be conducted by a state-approved appraiser. Lindley said that the village will contact representatives from GBLD to ensure they’d be present.

In a four to one vote (Jim Bracewell was the dissenting vote), council members approved a bid for $29,544.98 from Dennis Duetscher Construction to put a nonmotorized path in from the arch along the left side of Royal Avenue to Station Road.

Work on the path will begin sometime after Labor Day. The path will be used for walking only. Council member Paul Leonard Jr. said that there was an understanding that the project wouldn’t disturb landscaping on homeowners’ property and that it would all take place on the village’s easement.

Bracewell said he wanted to investigate the project more. Village of Grand Beach Superintendent Bob Dabbs said he’d show him the project site.

Lindley reiterated that the Village is required to spend 1% a year or 10% over 10 years of the ACT 51 street funding on non-motorized facilities such as this path.

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ouncil members approved in a four to one vote (with Bracewell as the dissenting vote) a budget amendment in the amount of $29,544.98 in the 2018-2019 Major Street Fund for a non-motorized facility.

Council members discussed a needs analysis.

Lindley presented to everyone two lists posted on a board at Village Hall, with one consisting of the village’s “wants” and one consisting of its “needs.” If there was a millage or assessment in the village in the future, then Lindley said that the council would need to be specific on how they’d use the funds.

Included in the needs list are golf course irrigation, the pump house, drainage on the golf course, water meter remotes (which the village will pay for upfront but will be reimbursed by residents over six to seven years), and a water tower. Lindley said that the village has been saving for a tower, which will need to be replaced in 2030.

The wants list includes a handicapped stair lift for the village hall, a skid steer and a salt building.

Council members approved making a 6.41% MERS (Municipal Employees’ Retirement System) contribution starting Nov. 1, 2019, so the village remains in good standing with that fund.

Council members approved transferring $20,000 that was set aside for the parks board and $20,000 that was set aside for beaches in the budget to the capital projects fund so that the funds can be carried over from year to year for future use.

Council members accepted the resignation of Amy Hanley from the Parks and Recreation Committee.

Council members approved the reappointment of Frank Giglio to the planning commission for a term ending Aug. 31, 2022, and James Bracewell as ex officio member to the planning commission for a term ending Aug. 31, 2020.

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Stork arrives at Washington Park Zoo

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BY STAN MADDUX

stork has landed at Washington Park Zoo but this bird, unlike the one depicted in fairytales, did not arrive with a baby.

Carrie O’Bringer of Michigan City expected the stork to be taller and white like the baby delivering birds she grew up seeing in cartoons and TV commercials for Vlasic Pickles.

The belly on this one is white but the rest of the stork is mostly black and maroon with touches of blue, red and grey on its face, legs and feet.

“It’s very beautiful. I like how it’s got that iridescent look to it. It’s like shiny,” said O’Bringer, who took her eight-year old daughter, Lily, and her seven-year old friend, Amelia, to Michigan City’s lakefront zoo on Saturday.

Assistant Zoo Director Elizabeth Emerick said this bird is an Abdim’s Stork, one of the smallest of the species.

She said the 16-year old male stork native to Africa is 29 inches tall.

In comparison, the white stork depicted in mythology as carrying a baby wrapped in cloth from its large beak in mid-flight can reach close to four feet in height and a seven foot wing span.

Emerick said the stork was donated from a zoo in Knoxville, Tennessee replacing an exhibit of animals native to Africa.

The stork was added to the 30 or so other exotic birds in the natural habitat of the zoo’s Free Flight Aviary.

One of them is an African crowned crane named “Bob,” popular for strutting up to onlookers and, occasionally, dancing.

Wood ducks, roosters, pigeons and sacred ibis are among the other birds in the aviary up the hill from the zoo’s main entranceway.

“With it being free and being so colorful we thought it would be a good addition to our aviary,’’ Emerick said.

Tasha Schramm didn’t recognize the bird as a stork but her husband, Rob, did because of its long legs and beak.

“All of the storks you see are kind of cartoonish,” she said.

The Schramm’s and their children, Adia, 5, and Ronan, 20 months, were on vacation from Cincinnati, Ohio.

“That’s a beautiful bird. It’s wonderful to see all of the birds together,’’ she said.

The Abrim’s stork may not be as famous as the white stork but is highly regarded in Africa as a symbol of good luck and rain being on the way.

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It’s chic to be Greek

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reek Fest is an Olympian delight not to be missed. A full array of festivities—from scrumptious traditional Greek eatables to one-of-akind cultural experiences—is set to commence. Opening on Friday, August 30, 2019 (3 – 9 pm); continuing on Saturday, August 31 (3 – 9 pm); and wrapping up on Sunday, September 1st (3 – 9 pm) EST, the acclaimed gathering is an occasion to partake in authentic Greek flavors, lively music and folk dancing this Labor-Day weekend.

Perennial favorites, such as the revered gyros topped with a dollop of tzatziki, roast lamb, souvlaki (pork-tenderloin shish kebob), flavor-packed baked pastichio (pasta, spiced meat topped with a golden béchamel), spanikopita (spinach pie) and roast chicken are on the bill de fare. Greeks love mezédes (starters), such as Horiatiki salad (kalamata olives, red onion, cucumber, tomatoes, feta) and Avgolemono soup for a good reason. They are chock-full of nutrients and flavor.

Tony Mamouzellos of Formal Fork will prepare the ultimate in Greek comfort foods.

Apart from the sounds of Greek music and the aroma of appetizing sustenance that fill the air, a centerpiece of sweet delectable treasures crafted by The Berrien County Orthodox Women’s Group will be unveiled. Greek pastries are hard to come by in this area. This year’s line up includes baklava, cream-filled galaktoboureko, amygdalota (almond macaroons), loukoumades (donut puffs), honey-dipped melomakarona, powdered-sugar kourambiethes and koulouria (Greek butter cookies).

The cheerful repartee and live music continues at 5 pm and 7 pm EST on Saturday and Sunday, as a high-profile dance troupe performs traditional dances in genuine costumes. Remarkably central to the Greek way of life is the concept of philoxenia (φιλοξενία)—extending kindness, compassion and hospitality to strangers. The social affair not only preserves customs within the Greek-American populace, but also imparts a feeling of oneness and big-heartedness to the broader community.

Complete with kids activities and colorful arts and crafts for sale, the three-day indoor and outdoor fête has been running since the 1930s. The Berrien County Greek Orthodox Community incorporated in 1948, and in 1949 The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church was built in Benton Harbor, Michigan. The church and congregation relocated to New Buffalo, Michigan in 1996. Vital to the Festival’s significance is the leadership of Ms. Lillian Casten and Mrs. Marina Sheerin who serve as planning co-chairpersons. The gracious and generous support of patrons and volunteers alike “keep the candles glowing.”

The American Hellenic Center is located at 17760 Behner Road, U.S. Route 12 in New Buffalo, Michigan (Off I-94, Exit 4B). “History of Greece” author and exhibit curator, Elaine Thomopoulos, Ph.D. will lead tours of the beautiful Byzantinestyled Annunciation and Agia Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Church and the Greek Museum of Berrien County. For an in-depth account of Greek-American heritage in Berrien County, contact Thomop@msn.com. From the ambrosial refreshments and vibrant frolic to the tavérna serving beer, wine and Greek coffee, the soirée pledges an exceptional time for all. Admission and parking to the festive celebration are free.

Gyros sliced off vertical rotisseries at epic eatery in Hydra, Greece

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HESSTON STEAM MUSEUM TO UNVEIL NEWLY RESTORED STEAM LOCOMOTIVE AT STEAM AND POWER SHOW THIS WEEKEND

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he 1911 #2 Porter to make its debut at the Labor Day Steam & Power Show.

According to a press release, the Porter steam locomotive #2 will carry guests around the scenic grounds of the Hesston Steam Museum at the annual Labor Day Steam & Power Show, which runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. CDT Friday, Aug. 30, through Monday, Sept. 2, for the first time since 1985.

The #2 Porter was built in 1911 by H.K. Porter Inc. of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and operated in Guatemala for several years before returning to the US and eventually finding a home at the Hesston Steam Museum. The engine was severely damaged in the 1985 engine house fire and has not run since, the press release said.

Ted Rita, general manager at the Hesston Steam Museum, spearheaded the efforts to restore the locomotive. Rita, dedicated volunteers, enthusiasts and Ramsy’s Sheet Metal of Laporte and Midwest Metal Products of Michigan City contributed countless hours, materials and services to bring this locomotive back to life in this elevenyear restoration.

“With Porter #2 being fully operational, we have finally shaken off the last vestiges of the engine house fire. Every piece of affected equipment has now been restored. The infamous fire no longer defines our museum.

We can now fully focus on our mission of presenting and preserving vintage steam equipment. We look forward to thrilling our guests with a stable of amazing steam locomotives, tractors and large-scale equipment,” Rita said in the press release.

The annual Hesston Steam & Power Show is a four-day event and will run over Labor Day Weekend. Three railroads featuring full-scale narrow gauge, medium size and one-eighth scale, with many trains on each, will be running the entire weekend. Guests can also look forward to static displays featuring an electric light plant as well as a working sawmill, steam traction engines, threshing machine demonstrations, Manitowoc Crawler Crane lifting demonstration, a noon whistle and the Parade of Power at 3 p.m. CDT. Gate fees to the Steam and Power Show are $5 for adults. Children under 13 are free. Train ride tickets are available online at hesston.org or at the depot ticket office. Outdoor festival food vendors, a flea market and family activity area will also be featured.

The Hesston Steam Museum is operated by the LaPorte County Historical Steam Society, an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) not-for-profit. It is located at 1201 E. 1000 N., Hesston, Indiana. — STAFF REPORTS

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School of Choice discussion dominates New Buffalo Area Schools meeting

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

embers of the New Buffalo Area School Board of Education became engaged in the ongoing discussion of finding the ideal classroom size at their Monday, Aug. 26, meeting.

The discussion was initiated by board trustee Patricia Newton, who said that she thought she should bring up the subject due to a “board brief” that was sent to board members. The brief contained articles pertaining to class size as well as mention of adding a “third section” to a grade.

A discussion of classroom sizes prompted a discussion of the number of the district’s School of Choice students. For its April School of Choice “window of opportunity,” the board recommended that the district have 10 openings for kindergarten students for the 2019-2020 school year.

Newton asked New Buffalo Area Schools Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Leslie how many students are currently enrolled in each class for the upcoming school year. Leslie responded that he won’t have that data until after the first week of school. The first day of school is Tuesday, Sept. 3.

New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education President Chuck Heit said that it’s in the district’s contract that, if a classroom size exceeds 23 students, then a paraprofessional must be provided to the teacher. Speaking on School of Choice openings, he said that he would rather review the number of students that the district chooses to accept rather than split a class into three sections. This was done one year in the past, although Heit said that was due to the large number of students in that particular class.

Currently, New Buffalo Elementary School has two sections per classroom.

Werner added that it was important that the district “err on the side of caution” when it comes to how many School of Choice students the district chooses to accept, particularly if more affordable housing is being encouraged. She doesn’t agree that the district should “jump the gun” and add a third section.

“We have to talk it (classroom size) over with the teachers, not unilaterally from the top down,” she said.

Newton said that teachers have always taken great pride in the district’s smaller classroom sizes.

“I’m not saying hire a teacher right now, I just wanted to bring this issue into the light,” she said.

Leslie added that enrollment appears to only be going down at the high school level.

As a result of the student shortage, some high school teachers have taught classes at the middle school.

In other business, Leslie said that he and Heit attended the New Buffalo City Council meeting last Tuesday to discuss the city transferring two parcels back to the school district.

A request was made from the school district to vacate portions of Franklin, Farmer, and Virginia streets and transfer use of city property. According to the Thursday, Aug. 22, issue of the New Buffalo Times, it was stated at the Monday, Aug. 20, meeting by Tony McGhee of Abonmarche that plan will include “keeping the land currently used as a skate park in perpetuity for community recreational purposes.”

Leslie said that McGhee said he doesn’t foresee any issues with the city turning the property back over to the district. City councilmembers will be holding a public hearing on the request at their September meeting.

The property transfer is part of New Buffalo Area School’s proposal to build a Science, Technology, Arts, Engineering, and Math building.

Board members approved the employment of Marietta Meuli in the position of noon hour aide for the 2019-2020 school year.

Board members accepted the resignation letter from Kristen Sheldon in the position of paraprofessional, effective immediately. Leslie said that the district has five applicants for thepostion.

Board members approved the employment of Patricia Daniel in the position of high school cheer coach for the 2019-2020 school year.

After a second reading, board members adopted the following board policies: 0100— Definitions, 0167.2— Closed Session, 1422.01—Drug-Free Workplace, 2210—Curriculum Development, 2414—Reproductive Health and Family Planning, 3120—Employment of Professional Staff, 3120.04—Employment of Substitutes, 5113.02—Schools of Choice Options Provided by Federal Law, 5200—Attendance, 6321—New School Construction/ Renovation, 6605—Crowdfunding, 8400—School Safety Information, 8402 -Emergency Operations Plan, 8500—Food Services, 8640—Transportation for Field and Other District Sponsored Trips

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Berrien County Parks Director Brian Bailey talks with New Buffalo Township Clerk Judy Zabicki and Gary Wood

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Chikaming Township Park Board member Janet Schrader talks with Derek Pelc, park manager at Love Creek County Park

Mary Margol writes comments while Brenda Whittington looks on at the open house

Berrien County Parks and Recreation Commission seeks input on five-year plan

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

o improve the parks of Berrien County, Berrien County Parks Director Brian Bailey said, the Berrien County Parks and Recreation Commission, first needs a “vision.”

“Without a concept, you’ll never get there,” he said.

Crafting a vision involves fielding comments from residents, which was exactly what was accomplished when New Buffalo Township hosted an open house at New Buffalo Township Hall on the Berrien County Parks’ five-year plan Wednesday, Aug. 21.

Bailey said that the plan will cover 2020-2024. The purpose of the open house was to get an idea of how county residents wanted the county’s park to look in the near future.

“We’re collecting input from the public as far as what do they want to see done to county parks over the next five years,” he said.

A map of the master plan for each respective county park was set up near a list of its potential improvements. Those who attended the open house were invited to share their ideas for each park on sticky notes.

The county’s last five-year plan ran from 20152019 and expires at the end of this year. In order for the county to be eligible for state and federal grants, it needs to have an updated plan in place, Bailey said.

Seven facilities make up the Berrien County parks system: Paw Paw County Park, Rocky Gap County Park, Madeline Bertrand County Park, Galien River County Park, Silver Beach County Park, Love Creek County Park, and Historic Courthouse Square County Park.

Input was also collected on a potential Berrien County Linear Park. Currently, a linear park is being proposed that would include an off-road route along Red Arrow Highway that would stretch from south of Bridgman to U.S. 12 near the Galien River County Park in New Buffalo Township.

Bailey said that 10-20 years down the road, it

would be nice to have the linear trail throughout the county – a project that was referred to as being the “vision” of the “Figure 8” linear trail that would connect all seven county parks on the park’s project list.

At a meeting held in Chikaming Township last fall with residents and representatives from neighboring municipalities, a possible conversion of Red Arrow Highway from being four lanes to three lanes (with two traffic lanes going each way on both sides of a center turning lane) was discussed, although Bailey said that any decision to convert Red Arrow Highway lies in the hands of the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and the Berrien County Road Department, with the ultimate decision coming from the county board. Traffic counts, traffic safety and reduction of crashes are factors that would be taken into consideration in making the decision.

Bailey said he would also like to see improvements at Galien River County Park, such as new vault toilets or regular restrooms as opposed to the PortA-Johns that were there now. Site preparation for expanded parking (an estimated cost of $200,000) and a nature center (an estimated cost of $2 million) were also the proposed projects that were on the Galien River County Park list.

Bailey said two “big ticket items” are being desired for Silver Beach County Park: a new concession stand and a new playground.

“As far as department goals, I think the county’s behind me - we need to do something with that concession building sooner than later,” he said.

The playground at Silver Beach is going to be 30 years old and has aged within the last five years.

Bailey said that the new concession building is estimated to cost around $400-$500,000 and the playground equipment is estimated at $250,000.

Funding will come from fees, tax dollars, grants, and some private dollars to make any future improvements. What projects would be tackled first would depend on what funds are available.

New Buffalo Township Supervisor Michelle Heit talks with David Heit and Timothy Iverson, Villiage of Michiana council president

Open house guests mingle at New Buffalo Township Hall

“It’s just depends on the concept of funding and where the dollars come from,” Bailey said.

Derek Pelc, park manager at Love Creek County Park, said that one of his proposed projects for the park includes a tree-house style playground for children. The playground wouldn’t be a “run-of-themill,” plastic one, he said, and would be incorporated into the surrounding forest and offer younger visitors a “different opportunity for them to play.”

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ecently, Love Creek has received a donation of mountain bikes from Whirlpool Corporation, which adults and children can rent.

“That’s something we’ve been pushing for more this summer - family oriented biking,” Pelc said.

New Buffalo Township Supervisor Michelle Heit said that she was excited about the potential connectivity between the Galien River County Park (which is located right across from New Buffalo Township Hall on Red Arrow Highway) and the other county parks.

Eventually, Heit said she hoped that a linear park would connect with the Marquette Greenway, a 58-mile trail that would connect Chicago to New Buffalo, with the remaining four miles of the trail coming into New Buffalo.

“It’s nice to have people be able to move around, whether on foot or bike, and be off the road - a lot of people who are driving don’t want to be driving next to a lbike anyway…this way, (the bikes) can have their own spot,” Heit said of a potential linear park.

Bailey said the parks commission will have a public meeting and draft of the document available in October. The final document will be presented to the county board in early December or the early part of next year so it can be sent to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources by Feb. 1, 2020 for final approval.

Residents were invited to leave their comments beside master plans of the county parks

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PUBLIC NOTICES be made by the Mayor with the consent of the majority of the City Council, but shall be made within 60 days of the date such vacancy occurs.

CITY OF NEW BUFFALO BERRIEN COUNTY, MICHIGAN ORDINANCE NO. 242 OF 2019 AN ORDINANCE TO add a new Article XIII to chapter 2 of the city of new buffalo code of ordinances, and to amend Chapter 7, article I and Chapter 14, Article II in order to provide for a newly created “Park and Harbor Commission” The City of New Buffalo ordains: Section 1. Addition. A new Article XIII, entitled “Park and Harbor Commission,” is added to Chapter 2 the City of New Buffalo Code of Ordinances to read as follows: Article XIII Park and Harbor Commission Section 2-101. Created; successor to disestablished boards.

There is hereby created a City administrative board known as the Park and Harbor Commission. The Park and Harbor Commission is a successor entity to the disestablished boards formerly known as the Park and Recreation Board and the Harbor Commission.

Section 2-102. Composition; appointment and terms of members; filling vacancies.

Composition. The Park and Harbor Commission shall consist of five members, who shall be resident electors of the City. The following individuals are ineligible to serve as members: City Council members, the City Manager, Department of Public Works Director, or any other elected official and/or employee of the City.

Appointments. Initial appointments made to the Park and Harbor Commission shall provide for staggered terms of office. Appointments to fill expired positions on such commission shall be for a period of 3 years, and shall be made by the Mayor with the consent of the majority of the City Council at the regular organizational meeting of the City Council following the regular City election.

Alternate members. The Mayor with the consent of the majority of the City Council may appoint up to 2 alternate members, who shall have the same membership requirements as regular commission members. Alternate members have voice and vote on the commission in the event a regular member is absent. At the time of appointment of alternate members, the City Council shall designate one alternate to serve first in the event of an absence during a meeting, with the other alternate member serving if the first alternate member is unavailable, or in the event of a second absence during a meeting.

Filling vacancies. Appointments to fill vacancies on the commission shall be for a period of time equivalent to the unexpired term of that office.

Appointments to fill such vacancies shall

Section 2-103. Compensation of members; members not to be employees of City.

Members of the Park and Harbor Commission shall serve without compensation and shall not be employees of the City.

Section 2-104. Organization; officers; quorum.

The members of the Park and Harbor Commission shall within 20 days after their appointment in the first instance, and thereafter annually within 20 days following the regular organizational, meeting of the City Council following the regular City election, organize and elect one of their members chairperson, one of their members vice-chairperson, and one of their members secretary.

The commission may elect such other officers as it may deem advisable and expedient. A majority of the commission shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business.

Section 2-105. Meetings; rules of procedure.

The Park and Harbor Commission shall establish by general rule the time and place for holding all regular and special meetings of such commission and the manner of giving notice thereof.

The commission is also authorized to establish by general rule procedures for the transaction of the business of such commission.

Section 2-106. Removal of members.

The City Council shall have the power and authority to remove any member of the Park and Harbor Commission for malfeasance, misfeasance, misconduct or neglect of duty after having given such member notice and an opportunity to be heard.

Section 2-107. Powers and duties.

Making of Policies and Recommendations.

The Park and Harbor Commission shall study and make recommendations to the City Council concerning policies, rules, regulations, and ordinances dealing with: The management, government, maintenance, operation, improvement, and use of City parks, recreational areas, and playgrounds.

The management, government, maintenance, operation, improvement, and use of the harbor, waterways, channels, municipal docks, or other navigational facilities which are under the control of the City.

City Council Review. The reasonableness and necessity of any such policy, rule or regulations pertaining to any City park, recreational area, playground, recreation program, harbor, waterway, channel, municipal dock, or other navigational facility shall be determined by the City Council after a review of the recommendation of the Park and Harbor Commission.

Other Duties. The Park and Harbor Commission shall also carry out all other duties assigned to it in this Code, as well as all duties assigned to its predecessor

boards (i.e., the Parks and Recreation Board and the Harbor Commission).

Section 2-108. Powers and duties.

The Park and Harbor Commission is hereby empowered and authorized to solicit, receive and acquire gifts, appropriations, bequests, donations or endowments of money, funds or property from any person, which shall be immediately turned over to the City Council and shall be used for the creation, improvement, maintenance and operations of the City parks, recreation programs, harbors, waterways, channels, municipal docks, or other navigations facilities.

Section 2-109. Budget.

The Park and Harbor Commission shall annually submit to the City Manager, at a date of the City Manager’s choosing, a proposed budget showing in detail the amount of money which, according to the judgment of the commission, may be necessary for navigational, park, or other recreational purposes, and the supervision, maintenance and operation thereof during the ensuing fiscal year, which fiscal year shall correspond to that of the City. The proposed budget submitted and recommended by the Park and Recreation Board may be increased, modified or adopted by the City Council in its sole discretion, as the City Council may deem advisable and expedient.

Section 3. Amendment. Chapter 7, Article I, which is currently entitled “Harbor Commission,” shall be renamed “Park and Harbor Commission,” and shall consist in its entirety of a Section 7-1 that shall read as follows. Sections 7-2 through 7-8 are hereby repealed.

Article II Park and Harbor Commission Section 7-1. Park and Harbor Commission The City’s Park and Harbor Commission shall serve as an advisory board for City’s harbors, waterways, channels, municipal docks, and other navigational facilities as described in Chapter 2, Article XIII of this Code.

Section 3. Amendment. Chapter 14, Article II, which is currently entitled “Park and Recreation Board,” shall be renamed “Park and Harbor Commission,” and shall consist in its entirety of a Section 14-21 that shall read as follows. Sections 14-22 through 14-29 are hereby repealed.

Article II Park and Harbor Commission Section 14-21. Park and Harbor Commission The City’s Park and Harbor Commission shall serve as an advisory board for the park system as described in Chapter 2, Article XIII of this Code.

Section 4. Disestablishment of Predecessor Boards. The boards currently known as the Park and Recreation Board and the Harbor Commission are hereby disestablished.

Section 5. Publication and Effective Date. The City Clerk shall cause this ordinance to be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the City, and the ordinance shall be effective 20 days after publication.

YEAS: Robertson, Ennis, Spirito, Kroll, Mayor O’Donnell NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None CERTIFICATION This is a true and complete copy of Ordinance No. 242 adopted at a regular meeting of the New Buffalo City Council held on August 19, 2019.

LOU O’DONNELL IV, MAYOR LORI K. VANDER CLAY, CLERK Adopted: August 19, 2019 Published: August 29, 2019 Effective: September 17, 2019

CITY OF NEW BUFFALO BERRIEN COUNTY, MICHIGAN ORDINANCE NO. 243 OF 2019 ORDINANCE TO amend section 2-12 of the new buffalo city code of ordinances to provide for a 5-member Planning Commission The City of New Buffalo Ordains Section 1. Amendment. Section 2-12 of the New Buffalo City Code is amended to read as follows: Sec. 2-12. Composition; appointment, qualifications; terms, and compensation of members; filling vacancies; removal The Planning Commission shall consist of five members, who shall represent, insofar as possible, different professions or occupations. Members of the Planning Commission are appointed by the Mayor subject to approval by a majority vote of the City Council. City Council members, the City Manager, and other elected officials and employees of the City shall not be members of the Planning Commission. Members of the Planning Commission may be compensated at a rate as may be set from time to time by resolution of the City Council. One member of the Planning Commission may also be a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals.

The term of each member shall be three years, but a member may continue serving until the member’s successor assumes office. A member may, after public hearing, be removed by the City Council for malfeasance, misfeasance, and nonfeasance in office. Being absent from three consecutive regular meetings shall constitute nonfeasance and shall be grounds for removal unless the City Council determines to excuse one or more of such absences.

Section 2. Transitional Provisions.

The two members of the Planning Commission whose current terms have expired shall cease serving on the Planning Commission as of the effective date of this ordinance. The five remaining members will continue serving for the remainder of their appointed terms.

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PUBLIC NOTICES Section 3. Publication and Effective Date. The City Clerk shall cause this ordinance to be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the City, and the ordinance shall be effective 20 days after publication.

YEAS: Robertson, Ennis, Spirito, Kroll, Mayor O’Donnell NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None CERTIFICATION This is a true and complete copy of Ordinance No. 243 adopted at a regular meeting of the New Buffalo City Council held on August 19, 2019.

LOU O’DONNELL IV, MAYOR LORI K. VANDER CLAY, CLERK Approved: August 19, 2019 Published: August 29, 2019 Effective: September 17, 2019

TOWNSHIP OF NEW BUFFALO, BERRIEN COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF FIRE PREVENTION CODE ORDINANCE To the residents and property owners of the Township of New Buffalo, Berrien County, Michigan and any other interested persons: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the following ordinance was adopted by the New Buffalo Township Board at a regular meeting held on August 19, 2019.

An ordinance to adopt by reference the National Fire Prevention (NFPA), Fire Code 2018 Edition 1; National Fire Prevention (NFPA) Life Safety Code 101, 2018 Edition; and International Fire Code (IFC), 2018 Edition thereby establishing the minimum regulations governing the safeguarding of life and property from the hazards of fire.

SECTION 1. TITLE This ordinance shall be known and cited as the New Buffalo Township Fire Prevention Code.

SECTION 2. PURPOSE The purpose of the ordinance is to establish minimum requirements consistent with the nationally recognized good practice for providing a reasonable level of life, safety and property protection from the hazards of fire, explosion, or dangerous conditions in new and existing buildings, structures and premises.

SECTION 3. ADOPTION OF FIRE PREVENTION CODE That a certain document, three (3) copies of which are on file in the Office of the Clerk of the Township of New Buffalo, being marked and designated as the National Fire Prevention (NFPA) Fire Code 1, 2018 Edition; National Fire Prevention (NFPA) Life Safety Code 101, 2018 Edition; and International Fire Code (IFC), 2018 Edition be and is

hereby adopted as the Fire Prevention Code of the Township of New Buffalo in the State of Michigan; for the control of buildings, structures and premises as herein provided; and each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions, and terms of said National Fire Prevention (NFPA) Fire Code 1, 2018 Edition; National Fire Prevention (NFPA) Life Safety Code 101, 2018 Edition; and International Fire Code (IFC), 2018 Edition are hereby referred to, and adopted and made a part hereof as if fully set out in this ordinance, with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes, and all of its amendments as the Fire Prevention Code.

SECTION 4. REPEAL Ordinance No. 990816, New Buffalo Township Fire Prevention Code is hereby repeal as well as all ordinances or part of ordinances in conflict herewith.

homes, hotels or motels with daily rental units, all of which shall be exempt from registration and licensing under this section.

RESIDENTIAL SHORT TERM RENTAL – Any building, structure, room, enclosure, or mobile home including the real property upon which it is located and which surrounds it, which is rented or offered for rent as living quarters for a period of less than 30 consecutive days.

Residential short term rental property does not mean nursing homes, hotels or motels with daily rental units, all of which shall be exempt from registration and licensing under this section.

PERSON – An individual, firm, corporation, association, partnership, limited liability company, or other legal entity.

SECTION 5. EFFECTIVE DATE This ordinance shall take effect the 31st day after publication.

ENFORCEMENT OFFICER – Any person designated by the Township to perform inspections and determine compliance with the applicable rules, standards, statues, and ordinances.

TOWNSHIP OF NEW BUFFALO, BERRIEN COUNTY, MICHIGAN

Section 3. Purpose The purpose of the ordinance is to create an organized inspection program of residential rental and short term rental units within New Buffalo Township in order to establish an enforcement minimum standard for rental units to meet Township and State of Michigan, health, fire, and zoning codes and to provide a more efficient system to ensure that rental property is properly maintained.

The Township recognizes that the most efficient system to provide for rental inspections is the creation of a program requiring the registration and license of all residential rental and short term rental units within New Buffalo Township so that orderly inspections can be undertaken.

NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF RESIDENTIAL RENTAL AND SHORT TERM RENTAL LICENSING ORDINANCE To the residents and property owners of the Township of New Buffalo, Berrien County, Michigan and any other interested persons: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the following ordinance was adopted by the New Buffalo Township Board at a regular meeting held on August 19, 2019.

An ordinance to provide for the annual licensing of residential rental and short term rental property within New Buffalo Township and to create a procedure for the procurement of such licenses; to create certain conditions for the issuance of the licensing relating to its duration, to create restrictions on the transfer of the license, to the revocation of the license for noncompliance with this ordinance; to exempt nursing homes, hotels or motels with daily rentals from registration and licensing under this ordinance; to provide penalties for the violation thereof and to repeal all ordinance or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith.

Section 1. Title This Ordinance shall be known and cited as the New Buffalo Township Residential Rental and Short Term Rental Licensing Ordinance.

Section 2. Definitions RESIDENTIAL RENTAL - Any building, structure, room, enclosure, or mobile home including the real property upon which it is located and which surrounds it, which is rented or offered for rent as living quarters for a period of 30 consecutive days or more. Residential rental property does not mean nursing

Section 4. License Requirements No person may commence or continue a rental, as herein defined, within the Township without having first obtained a Township license therefore as hereinafter provided and without maintaining such licensing in current effect during any business operation or activity.

Section 5. Procurement Procedure for License No license to commence or continue a residential rental or short term rental shall be issued until the owner or operator thereof shall have first submitted an application to the licensing agent of the Township on a form provided by the licensing agent for such purposes. A fee as established by the Township shall accompany the application. Upon filing of the properly completed application and payment of the fee, the licensing agent shall review the application and schedule the required inspection of the residential rental or short term rental to determine whether there is compliance with all applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations relating to health sanitation, building, zoning, fire code and all other applicable regulations and requirements of the Township and State of Michigan at the site. Upon final approval of the inspection the Township will issue a license to the person to commence or continue the rental designated in said application if the rental premises complies with the terms of this ordinance.

Section 6. Conditions of License The license issued under this ordinance

shall be effective from the date of approval for a period of 36 months.

No license may be transferred by the holder to any other person except upon prior approval of the Township.

The licensing agent shall have right of inspection of the rental premises to assure compliance with this ordinance.

In the event of any noncompliance with the provisions of this ordinance after a license has been issued, the same may be revoked by order of the licensing agent until the noncompliance has been corrected as determined by said agent.

Section 7. Exemptions No license shall be required of nursing homes, hotels or motels with daily rentals.

Section 8. Penalty Clause Any person who disobeys, neglects or refuses to comply with any provision of this ordinance or who causes, allows or consents to any of the same shall be deemed to be responsible for the violation of this ordinance. A violation of this ordinance is deemed to be a nuisance per se.

A violation of this ordinance is a municipal civil infraction, for which the fines shall not be less than $100 nor more than $500, in the discretion of the Court. The foregoing sanctions shall be in addition to the rights of the Township to proceed at law or equity with the appropriate and proper remedies.

Additionally, the violator shall pay costs which may include all expenses, direct and indirect, which the Township incurs in connection with the municipal civil infraction pursuant to MCL 600.8727.

Each day during which any violation continues shall be deemed a separate offense.

In addition, the Township may seek injunctive relief against persons alleged to be in violation of this ordinance, and such other relief as may be provided by law.

This ordinance shall be administered and enforced by the Ordinance Enforcement Officer of the Township or by such other person(s) as designated by the Township Board from time to time.

Section 9. Severability Clause The provisions of this ordinance are hereby declared to be severable. If any clause, sentence, word, section or provision is hereafter declared void or enforceable for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, it shall not affect the remainder of such ordinance which shall continue in full force and effect.

Section 10. Repeal All ordinance or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

Section 11. Effective Date This Ordinance shall take effect the 31st day after publication.

Section 12. Publication, Recordation This ordinance or a summary shall be published as required by law in a newspaper of general circulation in the Township, promptly after its adoption, and shall be recorded in the Ordinance Book of the Township and such recording authenticated by the signatures of the Township Supervisor and Township Clerk.

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AUGUST 29-SEPTEMBER 4, 2019 AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT

ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 Face those inner demons and take charge of your life because there is a stabilizing force coming your way. This is an excellent time to implement changes to your daily routines. You will have much more strength and will power. So, use it to its fullest by taking better care of yourself.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 This is a great week for letting go of the past and opening yourself up to new possibilities. Embrace new dreams and new connections. This is also a very intuitive time so, pay close attention to your dreams. When faced with communication breakdowns, trust your gut.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20 You will be driven to get creative or put your own spin on things. Make your life your own. You are the captain of the ship. So, take charge and don’t let negative people throw you off course. It’s important you surround yourself with people who are bringing love and light into your life.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 Get back on track with your social life. It’s important you get out and meet new people or get back into the groove with your posse.

Even if that’s just you walking the dogs, get out into the world. New connections that are made now will be very supportive and heartfelt.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 It’s time to settle in and get comfortable. Embrace your feminine power by being more receptive, magnetic and dedicated to right action. It’s all about magnetism and authenticity. When you are in the flow, you literally draw in positive people and good energy. Manifestation time!

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 You will be very influential this week and will reach people in power or people who can make a difference.

Your voice will be heard and there will be many positive changes made now. You will feel situations stabilize over the next couple of weeks. Really go for it, Archer.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 There will be some very positive improvements made in your neighborhood that will build bridges and foster lasting friendships.

Express anger or disappointments with words rather than acting out. Also, don’t let words hurt you or make you feel stuck.

Constructive communications here.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 There may be some things you don’t want to move on from but you will sense it’s time to start fresh and will. You will feel more secure with your abilities and more solid in who you are; giving you the ability to let go of the things that aren’t serving you.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 This is the time for planting new financial seeds.

Embrace the fresh start that is coming your way by implementing changes to your spending habits. Things will go much smoother now with creditors. So, if you have outstanding debt, now is when you will get things settled.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 You are entering a very transformative time, where you will see a lot of positive changes made to your homelife and emotional wellbeing. The vibes coming at you will help strengthen your reactivity to negative stimuli and power up your resonance so, you can manifest you wishes.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 Be true to yourself in all situations this week. Trust in your abilities and make a fresh start where ever one is needed. Tend to the things you set in motion back in the spring.

Your seeds are sprouting but they need your direction. There are a lot of opportunities to grow and expand now.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 Any relationships started during this week, will have the propensity to bring a lot of positive changes to your life. That doesn’t mean it will always be smooth sailing but it will be enlightening. Embrace in depth discussions and listen to those long histories. There’s good information there.

You have to expect things of yourself before you can do them.

— Michael Jordan

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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 instagram.com/ mattsartbill Contribute Collect Matthew Kirkus

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.

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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.

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

All are welcome.

New Buffalo Times

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.

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. 269469-2247. 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.

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.

FRIDAY-MONDAY, AUGUST 30-SEPTEMBER 2

63RD ANNUAL STEAM & POWER SHOW 10AM-5PM CT. Hesston Steam Museum.

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

The event will feature big machines that are entertaining to watch as they operate, showing many tasks of bygone days became easier and more efficient. Admission to the grounds is $5 for adults. Children ages 12 and under admitted for free. Train fares are $5 for adults and $3 for kids ages 3 - 12 (Ages 2 and under ride for free).

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, AUGUST 30-SEPTEMBER 1

LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

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

GREEK FEST—NEW BUFFALO 3-9PM. American Hellenic Center. 17760 Behner Rd. New Buffalo. 269-313-6122.

The three-day festival will feature authentic Greek food and pastries, folk dancing and more. Free admission and parking.

EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY

SATURDAY, AUGUST 31

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.

WHERE’S THE BEACH? 10AM. New Buffalo High School.

1112 E Clay St. New Buffalo. www.newbuffaloshorelinealliance.org.

Presented by the New Buffalo Shoreline Alliance. The community meeting will focus on how the community is working to restore

the beaches south of the New Buffalo harbor.

BRASS FROM THE PAST—A TRIBUTE TO THE LEGENDS OF ROCK AND SOUL 8PM. Acorn Theater.

Brass from the Past performs the music of your soul and brings you back to the ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s - a playlist no other band can touch. Tickets are $30.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

LABOR DAZE 11:30AM-10PM CT. Burn ‘Em Brewing. 718 Freyer Rd. Michigan City. 219-210-3784.

The fourth annual Labor Daze event will feature five live bands, a tap list with brandnew draft and bottle releases, wine, cider, and local food. Pre-sale tickets are $10 and $15 at the door. Children 12 and under are free.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7-8

APPLE FEST ARTS AND CRAFTS SHOW 9AM-4PM CT. Garwood Orchard.

5911 W 50 S. LaPorte.

Featuring more than 20 crafters with a large variety of crafts for your shopping pleasure.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7

23RD ANNUAL HARVEST FESTIVAL NOON-6 PM. Lemon Creek Winery.

533 E Lemon Creek Rd. Berrien Springs.

This event is family friendly and will feature dancing to live music, hayrides, a farmer’s market, craft vendors, and catered food.

ROUND BARN AUTO SHOW 11AM-7PM. Round Barn Winery, Distillery & Brewery. 10983 Hills Rd. Baroda. 269-422-1617.

Cars of all makes, models, and years will be showcased with the Rusted Knuckles Car & Truck Club, along with entertainment and libations. Cost is $5. To learn about how you can put your hot ride in the show, contact Ryan from Rusted Knuckles Auto Club at rustedknucklesmaingarage@yahoo. com or call 219-477-9720.

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.

We are shaped and fashioned by what we love.

— Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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Labor Day

BLOWOUT sale going on now!

• All summer clothing 50% off • All beach toys 50% off • JGR beach chairs 50% off • Telescope beach chairs 40% off • $200 off all in-stock kayaks and paddleboards • $150 off inflatable paddleboards

Still renting kayaks & paddleboards

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