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Indiana Dunes celebrates 50th birthday PAGE 3 Sox Park to be named Guaranteed Rate Field; has ties to New Buffalo PAGE 4

New Buffalo Sail Fleet featured on WNIT’s Our Town PAGE 6

Dave Knoebber honors life through watercolor PAGE 14

Hey Nei g hbor Sustainable Vertical Farming New Buffalo, Michigan

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PHOTO OF EDIBLE MICHIANA’S VICTORIA BRENNEMAN AND PAULA BARTHOLOME

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I WONDER IF THE WHITE SOX ARE GOING TO USE THE HOLE IN DOWNTOWN NEW BUFFALO FOR THIER OFF SITE STADIUM. The founder of Garuanteed Rate Mortgage (the new name on the White Sox Stadium) is the same person as the owner of the hole also known as Fountain Square. Victor Ciardelli has built a company from a start-up to what is recognized as one of the most respected and award winning companies in Chicago, and one of the 10 largest home loan lenders in America.

The business owners in downtown New Buffalo are grateful for the nice fence that was erected around his property this summer to help beautify our tiny town—it does not go unnoticed. The residents look forward to knowing the future of Fountain Square which will add so much to the revitalization of our town, the Gateway to Michigan. See page 4 for the details.

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Downtown Development Authority sub-committees are meeting every two weeks in order to keep the project moving forward. The Economic/Business committee, the Visual Design committee and the Communication committee will be in constant meeting mode, keeping things on a roll. The public is encouraged to attend any or all of the meetings, these meetings are posted on the city website.

As I have spoken to many of the business owners, it has been a great summer as more and more neighbors come to Harbor Country for their mini vacations and day trips. Thanks to organizations like the Harbor Country Chamber, the New Buffalo Business Association, and the Village and City leaders for the work they have done to keep making Harbor Country a wonderful place to visit and an even better place to live.

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s a part of the Indiana Dunes’ 50th anniversary, a program was held in New Buffalo Township Library’s Pokagon Room Tuesday, Aug. 23. A National Park Ranger came out to speak to the crowd about the national park, as well as to share fun trivia about it and other ones around the country. The Indiana Dunes are located at 1600 North 25 in Chesterton, Indiana. For more information about visiting it, go to www.in.gov/dnr/parklake.

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

31ST ANNUAL KEEBOON-MEIN-KAA POW WOW TO TAKE PLACE ON LABOR DAY WEEKEND

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he Pokagon Band of Potawatomi invites the public to its 31st Annual Kee-Boon-Mein-Kaa Pow Wow, the annual celebration of traditional singing, dancing, and culture Saturday September 3 and Sunday September 4. The Pokagon Band’s pow wow arena is located on its Rodgers Lake campus at 58620 Sink Road, Dowagiac, Michigan. Parking and admission are free.

Kee-boon-mein-kaa in the Potawatomi language refers to the end of the huckleberry harvest, a traditional time of celebration for the Potawatomi people. The pow wow draws dancers and drummers of all ages from the Great Lakes and beyond to compete for prize money in several categories.

This year, organizers have added several new dance contests to attract more contestants including the All Around, where each dancer who competes must dance in all three styles of dance, and a Chicken Dance, which is a vibrant and exciting style that originates from the Plains. Vendors will be selling native artwork, jewelry, crafts, and goods, as well as traditional food. The Pokagon Youth Council is sponsoring a youth dance on Saturday night from 9:30 p.m. to midnight.

To kick off the weekend, a group of Pokagon women have organized the ninth annual Women’s Water Walk on Friday, September 2. Protecting the water is a traditional responsibility for women in Nishnabe culture. Following a sunrise ceremony, women and their supporters will walk 15 miles from a tribal lake to the tribal campus at Rodgers Lake.

This ceremony and act of walking honors and prays for the waters of the Pokagon Band homelands, and passes on these teachings to others.

The Grand Entries for the pow wow, which are the formal start of the dancing and songs, are at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday and noon on Sunday. On both mornings, the vendors and cultural presenters will set up before the dancing starts; the gates to the pow wow grounds open at 10 a.m. For more details, visit the pow wow’s website at www.pokagonpowwow.com.

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Sox Park to be named Guaranteed Rate Field LINDA HENDERSON IN NEW BUFFALO

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Chicago businessman with ties to New Buffalo has acquired the naming rights to White Sox Park (formerly known as U.S. Cellular Field), as the Chicago White Sox announced Wednesday that U.S. Cellular Field will be renamed Guaranteed Rate Field beginning Nov. 1.

The CEO of Guaranteed Rate, Victor Ciardelli is also the owner of the property located in the heart of downtown New Buffalo formerly known as Village Square/ Fountain Square and Michigan Thyme. He also owns the fenced in parking lot in the 100 block of East Mechanic Street that is unavailable for anyone to park in.

The White Sox recently signed the 13-year naming rights agreement with Guaranteed Rate, the Chicago-based national mortgage lender.

The original White Sox Park on Chicago’s south side was named Comiskey Park after its founding father Charles A. Comiskey. When the new park was built across 35th Street, it, too, was called Comiskey Park from 1991 until 2002, when the naming rights were sold and the ballpark name was changed in 2003 to US Cellular Field. Many fans referred to the park as “The Cell” or they simply continued to call it Comiskey.

Ciardelli threw the first pitch out at Wednesday night’s game, later speculating about a new nickname - the “Rate Field,” “The Rate,” “Go Rate” or “The G.” He added that he would let the fans decide on the nickname.

Ciardelli founded the privately held company, Guaranteed Rate, in 2000 and it is now one of the largest home lenders in the United States. They reported funding $18 billion in loans last year. The company has grown to more than 3,200 employees nationally, including more than 700 employees at its headquarters on the north side of Chicago.

People have a way of liking nicknames; Sox fans are speculating online about what the park will be called now that it’s not going to be “The Cell.” Will it be “The Rate,” as some speculate, or will it remain Comiskey Park for the diehards? In New Buffalo, many have nicknamed the former Village Square/Fountain Square project “Slab Harbor.” Everyone has hoped for an improved development in the heart of the downtown, but with no information forthcoming from the investors, only time will tell what the future name will be for New Buffalo’s downtown eyesore.

The Chicago White Sox haven’t disclosed how much Guaranteed Rate paid for the naming rights. However, U.S. Cellular paid $68 million for its 20-year naming rights deal in 2003, but ironically, U.S. Cellular no longer provides service in the Chicagoland area.

On Wednesday, IFSA (Illinois Sports Facilities Authority) Chairman Manny Sanchez said that the deal could generate $6.4 million annually of revenue for the facility. The Chicago Tribune reported that, although no figures were disclosed, they heard reports that it could be in the neighborhood of $88 million. Whenever the final number is revealed, it is guaranteed to be an impressive one.

Meanwhile, stay tuned for any development news in downtown New Buffalo.

Evening of Friday, Sept. 2, the opening party for the “Harbert We Own” 21st annual Outsiders Outside Art Fair will take place at Judith Racht Gallery, with the fair continuing throughout the weekend.

The Outsiders Outside Art Fair celebrates untrained visionary and folk art from all over the country. The art work will be on display under the big top and available for purchase.

The Opening Night Preview Party takes place Friday evening from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., with Jim Fastiggi performing on guitar and Willie Cherry’s gospel music offering a sing-a-long. The entry fee is $25 and includes the party and the first look at everything, plus a full weekend pass. Food will be available

by Hernandez Family Tocorea on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Favorites such as Ellison Art Studio, Paul Hart, The Pardee Collection, and Harvey’s Art and Antiques are slated to participate, along with a number of exciting exhibitors including: Scott Covert of New Buffalo, Jeff Matejovsky of Niles and Mike Heavner and Carrie Kirby, both of Crown Point, Indiana.

The fair is open on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Admission is $10 per day. Children under 12 are free with an adult. If coming from the south, follow the Red Arrow Detours signs, which come out onto Red Arrow Highway at the Gallery. Judith Racht Gallery is located at 13707 Prairie Road in Harbert.

For information, call 269-469-1080 or visit www.judithrachtgallery.com.

— LINDA HENDERSON

‘It’s Greek to Me’: Folk Dancing, Music and Nosh

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BY ALEXANDER FATOUROS

he Labor Day Weekend Greek Festival in New Buffalo, Michigan is a special delight not to be missed. The annual social affair pledges to uplift your spirits. A full array of festivities—from scrumptious Greek fare and pastries to lively music and folk dancing await the flavor seeker. “Authentic Greek food will be prepared by Tony Mamouzellos of the Formal Fork, and the sights and sounds of Greece promise a memorable adventure. [We will] have a marketplace with Greek gifts and souvenirs and children’s entertainment,” expressed Lillian Casten.

The Hellenic Center is located at 17760 Behner Road on US 12, just off I-94, Exit 4B. The gracious and generous support of

patrons and volunteers alike “keep the candles glowing,” expounded Lillian Casten. Father Paul Martin will lead tours of the Byzantine-styled Annunciation and Agia Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Church and the Greek Museum of Berrien County, which are located on the festival grounds.

The occasion to partake in the scents and merriment of the time-honored traditions of the Greek-American community is at hand this weekend. The celebration begins on Friday, September 2nd from 5 pm – 11 pm, continues on Saturday, September 3rd noon – 11 pm, and wraps up on Sunday, September 4th noon – 11 pm EST. Admission and parking are free. For more information about the Parish drop by http:// www.aapgoc. mi.goarch.org/.

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

SWINGING FOR SAMMY SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT, BENEFIT

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riends of John Spiekhout are hosting a weekend of fun and fundraising at the first Swinging for Sammy Softball Tournament at the Three Oaks American Legion Post 204 Friday through Sunday, Sept. 9, 10 and 11.

The softball tournament and party will benefit John’s two-andhalf year-old son, Sammy, who will be the beneficiary of the event. Teams will compete in a softball tournament and there will be food trucks all day Saturday, along with live bands, a corn bag tournament and a silent auction.

Bands performing in the beer tent on Saturday evening will be Bone Naked from 5p.m. to 8 p.m. and Fusion from 9 p.m. until midnight.

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by John’s friends following his untimely death July 12, 2016.

John was a U.S. Army veteran earning the rank of Sergeant.

He served six tours of duty for his country, including a tour in Afghanistan. His friends wanted to give back and help lend continued support to his family, which includes son Sammy and fiancé Katie Tierney. There is also a Go Fund Me account on Facebook under the name of Katie and Sam. The event will begin Friday at 5 p.m. until midnight, Saturday will be 11 a.m. until midnight and Sunday will be 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the American Legion Post, 204 Linden in Three Oaks.

For information, email Jeff Gearhart at militarybrats16@ gmail.com. — LINDA HENDERSON

Sand Pirate, a.k.a. Janet Moore Schrader, of Great Lakes Sand Sculpting has joined the “Pokemonenon” and has created a sand sculpture of Pikachu as well as the new sand castle, Palossand. They can be seen at her sandbox across from the Harbert Community Park in Harbert at 13416 Red Arrow Highway. The sandbox is where she offers a “Bottomless Bucket Class.” Visit www.sandpirate.net to learn more about classes and events.

New Buffalo Sail Fleet featured on WNIT’s Our Town

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he New Buffalo Sail Fleet held sail boat races offshore of New Buffalo beach for the benefit of the WNIT South Bend, Indiana, television crew Saturday, Aug. 8.

The Public Broadcasting Station was creating a documentary about Harbor Country for their Our Town series and wanted footage of sailing activity on Lake Michigan.

Dana Hybl, Rear Commodore of Sail for New Buffalo Yacht Club and the organizer of the New Buffalo Sail Fleet, was more than happy to organize a group of sailing enthusiast for an early morning sail. A half dozen boats and crews took part in the filming.

The following Monday, the documentary crews conducted many interviews with local people at the New Buffalo Yacht Club. On Monday, they interviewed Harbor Country Radio (WRHC 106.7fm) personalities Dave Repetto and Gail Issacson, along Papillion crew with host and watercolorist Dave Knoebber, Rum Cake officianados Nana Dee and Peanut Batchelder, HCPAI board members Arnie Fienberg and Angela Reichert, historian Harriett Sitron and our own New Buffalo greeter, George Smith. Many other personalities throughout the area were featured and videotaped at their places of businesses or their places of interest.

The 90-minute broadcast features many of the high points of Harbor Country, from its outstanding arts and entertainment venues and culture to its many interesting and accomplished people.

Our Town premiered on WNIT the evening of Monday, Aug. 22, and was aired again the evening of Sunday, Aug. 28. Watch for rebroadcasts of the program or contact the station for a DVD of the show at www.nwnit.org.

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Charter Lake Michigan, ride the waters

The New Buffalo harbor and Lake Michigan offer a multitude of activities for the adventurous, as a number of charters and tours are available right off the shores of New Buffalo.

If a boat ride is something you’ve wanted to experience, there are a number of options available in New Buffalo.

For sailing enthusiasts, New Buffalo Sailing Excursions offers two-hour charters throughout the day and Captain Steve Adney also offers a sunset cruise aboard his 31-foot sail boat. He says he can customize your sail for a day sail, business meeting, marriage proposal, sunset cruise or night sail. Adney has a USCG Masters 100 ton license with a sailing and towing endorsement. He also is a licensed American Sailing Association sailing instructor. He has a passion for water and loves to see people have fun. Call 219-746-9252 or visit newbuffalosailing.com.

For a faster boating experience, contact Oselka Marina for a ride aboard Yacht Cruises, a Sea Ray 400 Express Cruiser that accommodates up to 12 passengers. Experience Lake Michigan with your very own captain at the helm for a two-hour ride or inquire about one-hour tours; full day trips are also available. Oselka Marina also offers Jet Ski rentals and small boat rentals. They are located at 514 Water Street in New Buffalo.

Contact them at 268-460-2600 ext. 3 for reservations and information.

Harbor Country Adventures offers rides aboard their Go-fast Sea Rocket boat. The boat accommodates up to 10 people and tour prices are $30 per person. The 40-minute tour leaves throughout the day from Oselka Marina from the Marina Grand Resort dock area. Call for information at 269-231 5867 or www. harborcountryadventures.com.

If fishing is something you would like to experience, contact the Salmon Hunter, Capt. Tony Hofstetter.

Hofstetter is known to catch limits and catch the big ones. He is also located on the Oselka Marina docks, north of the Marina Grand Resort. For information, reservations and a sure catch, call him at 219- 861-3681.

All of the charter boats mentioned have licensed captains at the helm.

For a slower paced, hands-on experience, rent a paddle board or kayak at the New Buffalo beach or along the Galien River off Red Arrow Highway from Third Coast Surf Shop or contact Outpost Sports for small watercraft rentals in New Buffalo.

Third Coast Surf Shop can be reached at 269-932-4575 or on the web at www.thirdcoastsurfshop.com. Outpost Sports can be reached at 269-4694210 or www.outpostsports.com.

— LINDA HENDERSON

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amie Elizabeth Johnson of Three Oaks, MI and Arūnas Juozas Balčiauskas of Galien, MI were married Saturday, July 23rd, four o’clock in the afternoon at St. Agnes Catholic Church, Sawyer, MI. Father Brian Stanley of Benton Harbor officiated.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Larry & Linda Johnson of Buchanan, MI. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Mindaugas & Ramutė Balčiauskas, of Darien, IL. The bride is a graduate of Tusculum College in Greeneville, TN where she played 4 years on a volleyball scholarship and studied biology. She works for O’Mara & Associates Inc. in New Buffalo and also owns her own photography/ jewelry businesses call iMEJs. The groom is a graduate of Loyola University in Chicago, where he also studied biology. He then went on to earn a Doctorate in Pharmacy from Midwestern University College of Pharmacy. He works for CVS in New Carlisle.

The couple will Honeymoon in Tahiti.

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t the August New Buffalo city council meeting, City Manager Rob Anderson laid the blame for the Department of Natural Resource’s denial of a concession stand and dune walk grant on the inexperience of the park manager and volunteer grant writer because they were unaware of the need for a public hearing and site plan review. Mayor Lou O’ Donnell must know that he and the city manager are the responsible parties for law compliance.

Although Anderson had plenty of time to contract for a $4,950 rendering of a concession stand that exceeded grant requirements, he didn’t bother with the actual legal planning and zoning requirements.

Ultimately, it is the city council members’ legal responsibility to refuse to vote on grant applications unless the legal requirement of a site review and public hearing by the planning commission is first completed. Instead of wasting $4,950 then blaming two innocent individuals, had the councilmen followed the law, we would have a new concession stand and dune walk.

If the mayor and council members can’t depend on the city manager to know and follow laws governing public hearings, they need to educate themselves on legal protocols. Anderson will be hard pressed to provide a copy of a public hearing for the Whittaker Street parking plan developed

by the Downtown Development Authority because there isn’t any although the DDA is also bound to the same planning laws. The chair of the Planning Commission wanted to hold a public hearing for the parking plan but he was rebuffed by Anderson while the mayor and council members deviated from law by allowing a vote before conducting a public hearing. The parking grant request to the Michigan Department of Transportation will be denied for the same reasons as the beach grants.

There were at least five times since Anderson was hired that the city did not follow the correct legal process concerning site reviews and public hearings. Through example, Anderson is training new employees, volunteers, DDA members, and even council members to disregard laws and policies. Hiring a full time attorney to defend Anderson’s reckless behavior is not a prudent response to a city manager who disrespects due process.

O’Donnell, Spirito, and Kroll are all up for November elections so at the September meeting, they should publicly state if they intend to continue to disregard laws or follow them. At the same meeting, instead of voting to change zoning ordinances, they should pledge to follow them. The council needs to regain public trust and put our city back on track for funding that will be essential for the improvements needed in the city.

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PUBLIC NOTICES USED ITEMS FOR SALE New Buffalo Township is accepting bids for various items and contents in our storage pod.

Items are sold as is, with no refunds, and are located at the storage pod at the New Buffalo Township Water/ Fire Station, located at 17655 East Clay St. Items include but are not limited to microwaves, office chairs, filing cabinets and tack boards. Items may be sold individually or by the lot.

The storage pod will be open for viewing on Monday, September 12, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sealed bids must be received by noon on Friday, September 16, 2016 at the New Buffalo Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Hwy., New Buffalo, MI, 49117. Bids submitted

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NEW BUFFALO CITY COUNCIL MEETING SYNOPSIS Regular meeting of the City Council was held on Tuesday, August 16, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.

Accepted $7,500 check from the William J. Deputy Endowment Fund for dune walk repair.

Approved first reading of ordinance 217 Special Land Uses Application Process.

Approved first reading of ordinance 218 Planned Unit Development Application Process.

Approved first reading of ordinance 219 Site Plan Review Process.

Approved the purchase of an F-250 Pickup truck at a cost of $28,112 for the Water Department.

Denied Hawking and Peddling Permit applications to Taylor Marketing Group and Michiana Patriot Walk.

NEW BUFFALO JOINT CITY COUNCIL/ PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING SYNOPSIS

Closed Session to discuss Closed Session minutes of July 19, 2016 and consider an attorney-client privileged communication.

Special joint meeting of the City Council and Planning Commission was held on Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall.

Authorized the City Attorney to move forward as recommended regarding illegal tree cutting.

Resolution by Council to move forward with presenting ordinances 217, 218 and 219 for the first reading at the next City Council Meeting.

Accepted Council Member and Mayor Pro Tem John Peterson’s resignation from the City Council effective immediately.

Summary contains only City Council action. Discussion items by Council and citizens are not included.

Details of Council meetings may be obtained from the City Clerk’s office (269) 469-1500, on the city’s website or the Council Meeting may be viewed on the city’s website at cityofnewbuffalo.org.

Summary contains only City Council action. Discussion items by Council and citizens are not included.

Details of Council meetings may be obtained from the City Clerk’s office (269) 469-1500, on the city’s website or the Council Meeting may be viewed on the city’s website at cityofnewbuffalo.org.

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From the Bleachers COLUMN BY KURT MARGGRAF IN CHICAGO

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usings from a muddled mind....

Let’s begin with the little league World Series. I didn’t realize that the tournament began with 7500 teams. To reach the championship game, teams have to be consistently outstanding, with great pitching, hitting, and fielding. All of these things were on display as the team from New York battled the team from South Korea for the championship last Sunday. Little league baseball has been around since 1939 with all 50 states and more than 80 countries participating. Personally, I enjoyed my greatest athletic accomplishments in my little league days. I was lucky enough to throw a no hitter and a one hitter in back to back starts when I was 12 years of age. My dreams of pitching for the Cubs were dashed when I was 13 and I hurt my arm throwing curveballs from the outfield to second base.

As a father, I was able to coach my son’s team, and was delighted to see them win their leagues championship. My love affair with the little league continues as my son is coaching his boys to great success. All of these thoughts were going through my mind as I watched the team from New York defeat South Korea for the championship. It was a well-played game played by a bunch of kids who exhibited great sportsmanship.

Professional athletes could learn a thing or two from these kids.

Congratulations to both teams, and to every kid who participated and every adult who taught them.

The Cubs continued their winning ways last week, winning five out of nine on their road trip. They lost the last game of the trip to the Dodgers, 1-0, because of a mental error but they still hold a 14 game lead over the Cardinals with 33 games remaining. It’s difficult for this Cub fan to comprehend, but it’s still August and people are talking about the team’s “magic number” ( it’s 19). The Cubs’ manager, Joe Maddon’s, response to the end of the road trip was to have his team put on their onesies for the flight back to Chicago. Joe is one of a kind and I believe he gives the Cubs a great chance to finally become champions.

Watching the Bears’ third exhibition game against the Chiefs was difficult for Bears fans. There’s only two weeks before the regular season begins and as of now, it looks like it may be a long season. I know that exhibition games aren’t necessarily indicative of how things will go during the regular season, but the injuries are really piling up. Hopefully, many of the walking wounded will be healed in time for the opener. The uncertainty of the Bears season gives my fantasy football season even more importance. A few of our league members got together last week to determine the order of our leagues draft. We expanded the league to 12 teams this year, and my draft position is eighth. I’m looking forward to our draft in a couple of weeks to see who is available. Fantasy football is really a lot of fun, especially when your favorite real team isn’t expected to be very good.

“Just imagine becoming the way you used to be as a very young child, before you understood the meaning of any word, before opinions took over your mind. The real you is loving, joyful, and free. The real you is just like a flower, just like the wind, just like the ocean, just like the sun” - Don Miguel Ruiz. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

Truth is so obscure in these times, and falsehood so established, that, unless we love the truth, we cannot know it.

— Blaise Pascal

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2016 Meals on Wheels President Mike Pregont and Execuative Director Linda Strohl

Steven Skinner from Blacktree Studio Pottery in New Carlisle, Indiana

Edible Michiana hosts fall release party NATALIE CACIOPPO IN THREE OAKS

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dible Michiana held their fall issue release party at Journeyman Distillery in Three Oaks, Michigan, along with their Michiana Artisan Products Showcase, Friday, Aug. 26.

The showcase featured three artisans from different parts of Michigan and Indiana, and the guests were able to talk with and purchase their products.

Guests were treated to pizza and appetizers provided by Journeyman, along with cocktails. Bendix Coffee featured some of their coffee that they sell, and also had samplings of their cold brew.

Karen Haun and Jill DeLucia are the co-owners and their shop is based in South Bend, Indiana. Jake’s Country Meats had samples of some of the various meats they have to offer, which is all from pasture- raised animals.

Daryn Pobanz is the sales representative for Jake’s Country meats and they are based out of Cassopolis, Michigan. Both David’s Deli and Local in New Buffalo carry the meat.

Blacktree Studio featured some of their contemporary sculpted stoneware. Steven Skinner is the owner of Blacktree Studio Pottery based out of New Carlisle, Indiana.

A portion of the proceeds from the evening went to Meals on Wheels of Southwest Michigan. They will be holding an event at Nido Bianco Saturday, Oct. 1, the Art of Living Well, which will help fund a program to deliver meals to people who can’t afford food.

Karen Haun and Jill DeLucia from Bendix Coffee in South Bend

Edible Michiana Co-Publishers Victoria Brenneman and Paula Bartholome

Daryn Pobanz from Jake’s Country Meats in Cassopolis, Michigan

Food provided by Journeyman

Dan and Deb Waldstein, Lynn Pregont with Pat and Greg Johnson

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HONORING LIFE THROUGH WATERCOLOR

mid multiple watercolors of salient detail, stands Dave Knoebber, a painter with a growing international reputation for his distinctive artwork. The characteristic hallmarks of his subject matter—botanical to wildlife—are everywhere evident. “When I was 16 my dad gave me this little watercolor kit that he carried through World War I in 1918 in France. He would send little letters back to his mom and he would do little paintings on the border,” said Knoebber. In the spirit of co-creation, he and his son, a Walt Disney Co. artist, continue the tradition by collaborating on contemporary themes.

The eastern shores of Lake Michigan have long been a stimulating environment to explore art making.

The comprehension of place is integral to understanding artistic process. On a farm off Wilson Road in New Buffalo, Michigan, Knoebber’s lively art loft studio takes center stage. “This year for the first time I’m having my work shown internationally in London,” expressed, Knoebber. Knoebber accounts for his inventiveness: “first of all, I get my inspiration because I live here in Harbor Country and as I said many times the light and the environment is such that it energizes me and I start to paint. It has been an adventure. Each painting is different from the other. I use floral a lot because I have gardens right near me. I do a lot of landscapes and rural scenes because that’s near me.

So, like many artists, the environment influences me a lot. Also, my goal is hopefully to continue painting and having each painting become an experience and so, when you get in your eighties you don’t know. It might be the last act in the play, but you may want four or five encores,” said Knoebber.

Nature is often regarded as the most enduring and effective artistic element.

Knoebber observes and listens to the environment around him and explains how these choices direct meaning. “My father’s mother was a gardener and we have flowers in our garden—Dahlias that are in bud form—there is a strain in there that she brought in 1871 from Germany in an overnight suitcase,” said Knoebber. His work is represented in collections far and wide. “I’ve sold to people throughout the Midwest.

However, I have people who have come from California, Montana, Nebraska and the far Western states. I have a doctor who lives in Des Plaines, Illinois who owns 47 of my watercolors and he has them all exhibited on one wall. He likes to look at that on days he knows he’s going to be stressed out because it has an element of calming him.” Knoebber clearly has a knack for transforming materials into contemplative experiences of light and color.

The basic ingredients to the visual art

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experience are decoded as Knoebber said Knoebber. The artists would ask tells of a unique aesthetic and grants him to fetch coffee and donuts from the us a fleeting glimpse on creative local restaurant. “So they would take process. ”What it really is that I have the money and put it in handkerchief learned through the years to see things and tied it real tight…[the artists] asked through probably a different lens than me whether I wanted to watercolor the average person and the reason for that is because of all my training. I taught for 50 years. I have a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Wisconsin and a Masters in visual education from Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago, which is the important one. They taught me to really start to look at things differently, and to teach differently than I ever did from the old Bauhaus School of Design there. It was wonderful. It opened up a lot [above] Dave Knoebber, watercolor kit his dad carried of new doors through WWI; [below left and right] Garden flowers for me and I and Sunflowers watercolors by Knoebber. was able to see things in different lenses, different lights and just enjoy seeing things other than just passing by a flower. I’m looking at its color, its texture, its line, and its composition. I have a method by taking watercolor where I drop it on the paper in its full pigment and upon my return. And, that’s how it all wash the brush out and then with a started,” expounded Knoebber. Since clean brush of water I can pull that then, Knoebber has assisted students pigment down so I can get a whole in their exploration of expressive range of value of that one particular possibilities. “I’ve taught everything hue,” explained Knoebber. from kindergarten ‘til death. I started Knoebber explains how he got his elementary 10 years. Then I went 28 start in art: “I am from a small town in years in secondary, and then I added the northwestern part of Illinois called another 20 some years teaching at Galena. It is very historical because of Columbia College in Chicago. So, there has been all these little pages or chapters the hills and old buildings; it is very that have opened up to me. I always picturesque, and during World War II, tell my students that if an opportunity a long time ago, Chicago artists would introduces itself to you and the door is come out there to ‘plein air’ paint on the open a little bit, put your toe in there weekend. I was about 11 years old then; and open up the door more, and go in I would go up there and sit to watch KNOEBBER CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 them paint. It was very magical to me,”

www.newbuffalotimes.com question, why do humans create art?

“Why man creates that’s probably the most important question. Somewhere in all of us—even though a lot of ecognition of chance as people come to me and say they can’t an artistic resource is a draw a straight line—they really valuable consideration. can. Everybody has an innate gene Knoebber explains inside of him or her somewhere that how to take a wider can be explored and pulled out. We look at the way we experiment with develop as we mature and we get more art by incorporating impulses and expectations of what our stuff will spontaneity. “First of all, I think the look like. We get embarrassed by say most exciting part to me is going a critique whether good or bad. You down a new road with watercolor in just have to divorce yourself from that. particular. You never know how things You are expressing yourself through are going to turn out. And, once I whatever media it is. The media will get into a new technique or maybe a determine the rules and regulations,” technique that’s been around for years explains Knoebber. that I think I discovered and it has An artist’s activity and presence is always been there it just accidentally cherished as a source of cultural vitality. happens. And that’s true for anyone Knoebber recounts of art goers who have visited the studio in recent years. who tries to create something. There “They are always is always that surprised. The fooling around extra benefit [to period before visiting the farm] is you come up that they can come with something. here and they can Sometimes you have failures and walk the grounds sometimes you and they can paint have success. and photograph.

But, I enjoy the I’ve had people fooling around come here and part of it. When I even write a score experiment with for a symphony,” new papers, new said Knoebber. kinds of paints Knoebber and things at communicates that time—that’s in a style that is where I get the as accessible as excitement of it is meaningful doing the painting and shares his in itself,” said creative vision and Dave Knoebber and his idea board Knoebber. technical expertise with students of all ages. “Well, I still Altered states of consciousness teach with my seminars in the summer are often associated with artistic here and I have two classes of water expression. Knoebber finds meditative color at my place in Naples, Florida. serenity essential. ”Since 1972, I was And, I have a couple people there who taught how to meditate and I do that are in their late nineties; they still come maybe twice a day and I don’t have any out and we meet out for eight weeks, scheduled time [for it]. When there’s twice during the week,” said Knoebber. a brief moment in time when you Knoebber’s passion for the arts extends are working on something. [That’s] to the airwaves. By hosting the popular when you start the meditation. My “Harbor Country Art Scene” on Radio meditation is to clear my head and to WRHC 106.7fm, Knoebber continues breathe in such a way where I inhale to develop a community of reflective and exhale deeply. It has to be quiet,” practitioners. said Knoebber.

The true meaning of art has long Knoebber elaborates on meditation been contemplated. One thing for as a means to gaining a better sure is that both art and meditation understanding and perspective on his stimulate our senses and can help us art. “I have time to sit by my gazebo by move beyond the reality we are in to the pool and listen to the wind blow connect with our multidimensional through the different leaves. I can selves. When we are able to quickly look and sit by my garden and look create peace and quiet, we begin to through various vistas of the garden stabilize the inner world and activate to see my palette of gardening. So it our imagination to unleash our own is a whole variety—it is a wonderful unique artistic flair. symphony as a look over my gardens To view the gardens, gallery or studio when I’m meditating. I look at some of and to explore your creative potential the flowers that are soft and thin—they drop by www.dknoebberartloftstudio. are the violins in that symphony. Some com and www.facebook.com/dave. of the darker heavier flowers become knoebber. To enrich your collection of the percussion and with the wind important artwork or to inquire about a blowing—and I know it sounds silly— painting or a commission contact Dave there’s a symphony that is created, and Knoebber at 630-441-8976 or write Art I love that,” expressed Knoebber.

Loft Studio, P.O. Box #2, New Buffalo, Simply going through the process of MI 49117 to arrange an appointment. finding out what to express raises the KNOEBBER CONTINUED FROM PAGE 14

because it will probably be an exciting experience,” said Knoebber.

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OBITUARIES

Linda Jane Blumenshine

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1944-2016

inda Jane Blumenshine (née Van Kirk), 72; of Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood, Michiana, MI, and Tucson, AZ; native of McCook, Nebraska; formerly of Fort Wayne, IN; passed away peacefully at home August 19, 2016.

Beloved wife of 48 years to Gary Baker Blumenshine; devoted mother of Philip (Morgan Tingley) Blumenshine; daughter of the late Sidney Montefiore Van Kirk and Jane Baum Van Kirk; faithful companion of Fifi her childhood cat, Alec the Lakeland Terrier, and Baxter the Havanese.

After earning her journalism degree from Northwestern’s Medill School of Journalism, Linda went on to enjoy a long career as a special services consultant in the insurance industry.

She was an imaginative artist her whole life.

Services are private. Memorial remembrances may be made to www. joffrey.org, www.chicagooperatheater. org, www.remybumppo.org or www. library.northwestern.edu.

Arrangements by Cremation Society of Illinois, 773-281-5058 or www. cremation-society.com.

William and Mary (Moore) Craig. He served his country during the Korean War while in the U.S. Army. In 1951, with the 2nd Infantry Division, Doug served at Heartbreak Ridge, receiving the Purple Heart. He worked at the Indiana State Prison in Michigan City, retiring as a Lieutenant prison guard in 1990, after 33 years of service. Doug was a family man, making his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren his priority.

He is survived by his three childrenDarylene (Rick) Jasper of Camden, Tennessee, Randy (Tresnja) Craig of Michigan City, Indiana and Rodney (Debbie) Craig of New Buffalo, Michigan; stepsons-David Steinborn of Henderson, Nevada and Doug (Kathy) Steinborn of Michigan City, Indiana; stepdaughters-Pam (Larry) Swanson of Michigan City, Indiana and Paula (Mike) McElwain of Three Oaks, Michigan; brothers-Frank, Harold (Nancy) Craig and Dock (Nancy) Craig; sister-Gail Churchill; 9 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; 7 great great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Doug is preceded in death by his first wife-Deloris Maynard Craig(1965) and his second wife-Nancy Steinborn Craig(1995); grandchildTruman Smith, Jr.; great grandsonRyan Smith; and sisters- Sammie Hill and Marie Phelps.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Thurs., Sept. 1, 2016, 11:00 am at Sommerfeld Chapel in New Buffalo.

Burial with American Legion services with the New Buffalo Post #169 will follow at Pine Grove Cemetery in New Buffalo. Visitation was on Wednesday, August 31, from 5:00-8:00pm at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the New Buffalo American Legion Post #169. Friends wishing to leave the family a message of condolence may do so at www. sommerfeldchapel.com

Douglas (Daryl) Craig

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1928-2016

ouglas (Daryl) Craig, 88, of New Buffalo, Michigan passed away at St. Anthony Hospital in Michigan City, Indiana on Sunday, August 28, 2016.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Sommerfeld Chapel, 15 N. Barton St., New Buffalo, Michigan.

Doug was born on February 22, 1928 in Louisa, Kentucky to the late

Diana Lynn Quint

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1958-2016

iana Lynn Quint, age 58, of Three Oaks, passed away peacefully, Thursday, August 25, 2016, in her home surrounded by the comfort of her family.

Diana was born February 18,

1958, the daughter of Leland and Mary (Heyn) Williams. She married Kenneth Quint on December 10, 1977 in Galien, Michigan. She loved taking family vacations. She enjoyed spending time with her family. Diana was known as Mrs. Betty Crocker.

She will be remembered for her cinnamon rolls, blueberry and cherry cheesecake, her lasagna, as well as her baked beans. She loved baking Christmas cookies with all of her grandchildren. Diana and Ken are known for their vegetable garden and all of their canning. She was a long time member of Community of Christ Church in Galien, Michigan.

Diana had the strength of Hercules for having given birth to six boys as well as an additional three boys adopted by heart. She had a heart of gold and had the gift of lifting up the spirits of those around her. She worked for Gibbs Wire and Steel for almost 20 years. Diana enjoyed collecting Native American artifacts as well as lighthouses.

Diana is survived by her husband Kenneth; her children: Kenneth Jr. (Tracy), Michael (Rachel), Andrew (Emily), Gregory, Corey, Dennis (Melanie), Paulie, Mac (Melody), Richard (Melissa); her 23 grandchildren with one on the way; her 15 great grandchildren; her brothers Al (Wendy) Williams, Steve (Lynne) Williams, Paul Kennedy; her sisters Betty (Lewis) Lambert, Judy (Jim) Foster; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her ma Violet, her nephew Randy, and great-grandson Isaiah.

Family and friends gathered Monday, August 29, 2016 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, 106 Ash Street East, Three Oaks, Michigan 49128. The Funeral was held on Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. at Community of Christ Church, 110 South Cleveland Avenue, Galien, Michigan 49113.

The Elder Lewis Lambert officiated.

Diana will be laid to rest in Galien Cemetery, Galien Township, Michigan.

The family prefers memorial contributions be made in Diana’s memory to her family for unexpected expenses. If checks are to be written, please make them payable to Kenneth Quint. You may mail contributions to Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, P.O. Box 56, Three Oaks, Michigan 49128, and we will forward them to the family.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, Three Oaks, Michigan 49128.

Please share a memory or a message online www.wagnercares.com.

Raymond Wrona

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1942-2016

aymond Wrona, 74, of Casa Grande, Arizona and a longtime resident of Three Oaks, passed away peacefully, May 22, 2016, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Ray was born February 23, 1942 to John and Marguerite (Goodin) Wrona. Ray married Nancy Krumm on September 2, 1967. He retired after twenty-eight years with Farm Bureau Insurance in Three Oaks. Ray was an avid Notre Dame fan. He enjoyed fishing as well as camping. Ray was very proud of being an Eagle Scout with 1 Palm as well as being an Honorably Discharged Air Force Veteran.

Ray will be greatly missed by family and friends. He is survived by his wife Nancy (Krumm) of Casa Grande, Arizona; his son Michael Wrona of Madison, Indiana; his son-in-law Johnnie Crider ll (Tammy) of South Carolina; his grandchildren: Dena Crider of Georgia, Johnnie (Tripp) Crider lll (Laura), Robert Crider (Brandi) of South Carolina; his great grandchildren: Timothy, Brayden, Tommy, Elizabeth, Christine and Summer Marie.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter Chrisine Lee Crider, as well as a very loving stepfather John Wood.

Family and friends will gather starting at 1:00 P.M., on Friday, September 2, 2016, until the time of a brief service at 1:30 P.M. at Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, 106 Ash Street East, Three Oaks, Michigan 49128, before processing to Forest Lawn Cemetery, Three Oaks Township, where Ray will be laid to rest.

The Reverend Lillian Lewis and The Reverend Steve Shimek will be officiating.

The family prefers contributions be made in Ray’s memory to: Treatment Advocacy Center, 200 North Glebe Road, Suite 801, Arlington, Virginia 22203, or, Berrien County Cancer Society, 7301 Red Arrow Highway, Stevensville, Michigan 49127, or, To Donor’s Choice.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, Three Oaks, Michigan 49128.

Please share a memory or a message online www.wagnercares.com.

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HOROSCOPE SEPTEMBER 1-7, 2016

AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 Expect the unexpected in your interpersonal relationships. If you try to synchronize your schedules, or organize time together, expect some bumps in the road. Spending more time with someone special will not only change your daily activities, but also some of your eating habits.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 Things could be a little cloudy for Libra this weekend. You will be a tad bit on the moody side and will have to deal with some unexpected emotions.

The good news is that this is a learning experience, that offers a lot of personal growth. It is truly a blessing time, a time to see more clearly.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20 Your work environment will be undergoing some changes this week. It is important that you find creative outlets that satisfy your need for pushing the limits and breaking barriers. Anything that gives you deeper fulfillment, and more meaningful contact with others will satisfy your inner artiste

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 Your sphere of influence is increasing, and you circle of friends is widening. You may find that one friendship is deepening very nicely, as another is coming to an end. Don’t let the past hold you back now. You’re in a very opportune position financially and you’re moving forward. Live and let die.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 You can expect a peaceful ending to problems involving family, or problems with your kitchen, this week. It may come as a surprise, but people enjoy you to play the mother figure, or that of the nurturer, and you have a very comforting presence now. Get ready to be that strong, stable figure.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 Seeing your efforts come to fruition this week will bring with it a huge sense of accomplishment. You are making more now and will take on more responsibility because of it.

This is a very good week. You will complete a big project and start some very worthwhile pursuits, now.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 There will be opportunities for many new experiences, now. Wether they involve travel, communication, or study, your mind will be prime for improvements. Don’t shy away from technical gadgets or new computer programs. Commit to understanding new operating systems. You’ll get it.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 You will be full of gusto this week. Learning and expanding are a big part of the week ahead. You will accept challenges and escape claustrophobic conditions.

Nothing can hold you back now. You have a seriousness about you when it comes to education and career goals.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 Deal with any financial concerns you have upfront, before anyone feels taken advantage of, or left out. If you are planning an outing with friends, make sure the business side of things has been addressed before the fun starts. That way you can avoid anyone feeling like they paid too much.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 Unexpected expenses could really turn you off this week.

It is important to let people know where you stand on financial obligations before they over extend your generosity. Be clear about how you want to spend your resources, so that people don’t expect you to cover the bill. Costly lessons.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 Lady luck is smiling on you now, Virgo. Use her vibes to be more effective in your business and financial dealings with others. You have the advantage right now. Because you’re feeling more confidant and being more assertive, you are pushing past societal expectations and making progress.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 This is a great time to sweep away difficulties and embrace a fresh start. If you have been feeling out of sorts with others, and like you are doing too much, pull back. Make a commitment to yourself, be there for you.

When you put yourself first, then you can truly be there for others.

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EVENTS

CITY OF NEW BUFFALO

POLICE BLOTTER AUGUST 21-27, 2016 AUGUST 21 False Alarm Suspicious Situation NB Township PD/Assist Other Agency AUGUST 22 Medic 1/Assist Other Agency Threats Complaint PBT Careless Driving General Assist/Debris in Road Domestic Violation Probation Violation AUGUST 23 Pokagon Tribal PD/Assist Other Agency General Assist/Fingerprints NB Township PD/Assist Other Agency Found Property Civil Dispute AUGUST 24 NB Township PD/Assist Other Agency Long Beach PD/Assist Other Agency NB City Fire/Assist Other Agency AUGUST 25 General Assist Lost Boaters Private Property Damage Accident AUGUST 26 Fraud Complaint False Alarm Personal Injury Accident AUGUST 27 Disturbance Open Intoxicants No Operators License PBT Medic 1/Assist Other Agency (x2) NB City Fire/Assist Other Agency Disturbance Grand Beach PD/Assist Other Agency Unwanted/Trespassing Complaint

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DAILY EVENTS

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

EVERY MONDAY

ULTIMATE MONDAYS 6–8PM. Township Memorial Park.

New Buffalo.

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

EVERY WEDNESDAY

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

Enjoy the National treasure 1891 Roosevelt tracker pipe organ.

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

MUSIC IN THE PARK 6PM. Township Memorial Park.

New Buffalo.

No Pets or alcohol, please. Music begins at 7PM. August 31 is Generation Gap, Open Mic

EVERY THURSDAY

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

Kid and pet friendly Live music while you shop.

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

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

EVERY FRIDAY

STORY TIME AT THREE OAKS LIBRARY 10:30AM. www.threeoakslibrary.org FISH FRY 5-9PM. American Legion Post #169.

New Buffalo.

EVERY SATURDAY-SUNDAY

STORYBOOK TRAILS New Buffalo Township Memorial Park.

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

269-469-3341

EVERY SATURDAY

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

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

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

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

Enjoy jazz, country, reggae and more.

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

September 3 is Columbia College (Dod Kalm), Jazz Standards

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2-4

GREEK FEST 5-11PM Fri, NOON-11PM Sat & Sun. American Hellenic Center. 17760 Behner Road. New Buffalo. 269-469-1550 Authentic Greek food and pastries, folk dancing, church tours, marketplace and children’s entertainment. Live music and a full bar. Admission and parking are free.

OUTSIDERS OUTSIDE ART FAIR 6-9 PM Friday Preview Party, 11AM-5PM Sat & Sun. Judith Racht Gallery. 13707 Prairie Road. Harbert. 269-469-1080 www.judithrachtgallery.com.

Untrained visionary and folk art from all over the country will be on display and available for purchase. Preview party takes place Friday evening with Jim Fastiggi performing.

Food truck Hernandez Family Tocorea.

Admission on Friday is $25 (incldg a weekend pass). Sat. & Sun. is $10 per day.

Children under 12 are free with an adult.

EVENTS

SEPTEMBER 2016 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 AS WATERS 8PM

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

FIRST FRIDAY’S ART WALK 5-9PM CST. Uptown Arts District.

North Franklin St. Michigan City. www.uptownartsdistrict.org.

Art galleries, shops and boutiques along North Franklin Street are open until 9PM.

SATURDAY-MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 3-5

HESSTON STEAM & POWER SHOW 8AM-5PM CST. Hesston Steam Museum.

1201 E 1000 North. Hesston, IN. The museum campus turns into a festival where all our big machines are working.

Admission is $5 for adults & kids are free below 13 years of age.

FRUITS OF LABOR PARTY 1–5PM. Round Barn Winery. 10983 Hills Rd. Baroda. www.roundbarnwinery.com.

Lawn chairs are encouraged however outside food and drink are not permitted. $5 entry fee per person (fee waived for those partaking in a wine tasting).

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7

CLASSIC CAR CRUISE-IN 6-9PM. Downtown. New Buffalo.

888-660-6222. www.newbuffalo.org.

Kid and pet friendly. Live music while you stroll the cars. Free of charge, sponsored by the NBBA.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9-11

SWINGING FOR SAMMY 5PM-MIDNIGHT Fri. 11AM-MIDNIGHT Sat. 11AM–3PM Sun. Three Oaks American Legion 204 W. Linden. Three Oaks.

A benefit for Sammy Spiekhout. Softball tournament, corn bags, food, live music and silent auction.

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

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

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SATURDAY & SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 & 18 GIUSEPPE VERDI’S LA TRAVIATA 8PM

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

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