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U.S. Department of Education recognizes New Buffalo High School as ‘Blue Ribbon School’ PAGE 4

‘Remember Me Thursday’ is a night for the animals PAGE 6

Bison stampede to first win of the football season PAGE 9

French cuisine, Thomas Jefferson tidbits served up at library benefit dinner PAGE 10

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CLOSED FOR REPAIRS LIGHTNING RULED CAUSE OF HARBOR GRAND FIRE — PAGE 12 —

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he Berrien County Prosecutor, upon a referral from the County Board of Commissioners and after an exhaustive investigation, has decided not to press charges on whether Commissioner Teri Freehling violated the Michigan criminal code governing conflicts of interest by elected officials.

The Berrien County Board of Commissioners has its own by-laws concerning disclosure of Commissioner conflicts of interest. At this point in time the Board has made no decisions on this matter. To protect the rights of both Commissioner Freehling and the integrity of the Board’s by-law standards, the Board has retained Special Counsel to review the facts of this conflict of interest issue and to advise the Board concerning its appropriate course of action. The Special Counsel will make a report to the entire Board in the next three weeks. *Update September 27, 2019* Following the Berrien County Board of Commissioners’ meeting on Thursday, September 26, 2019, leadership of the Board met with Special Counsel John Dewane.

Board Chairman R. McKinley Elliott stated the following: We discussed the scope of his services. Although we appreciate that the criminal investigation has been concluded by the Prosecutor’s Office, the Board’s work is just beginning.

We anticipate that Special Counsel Dewane will undertake a complete review of everything that has transpired involving the allegations of Commissioner Freehling’s conflict of interest and the alleged failure to fully disclose the same. The investigative file has already been provided by Prosecutor Sepic, and Judge Dewane is presently going through it. This process will also likely involve contact with various County officials. Special Counsel John Dewane will be granted a broad delegation of the necessary power and authority to conduct a thorough investigation, which will include the full cooperation of our all of our Board members and our employees.

During the course of the meeting with Dewane, Elliott asked him to “follow the arrow wherever it points”, and to advise the Board of Commissioners on any findings which may warrant the imposition of administrative sanctions. In addition to this comprehensive review, the Board of Commissioners anticipates advice and comments on the prospective application of their By-laws to the conflict of interest and disclosure duties of individual Commissioners, including suggested amendments.

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CHALK BOARD scholastics

U.S. Department of Education recognizes New Buffalo High School as ‘Blue Ribbon School’

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

he last high school in Berrien County to be named a Blue Ribbon School was in the early 1990s.

“Edwardsburg High School was national Blue Ribbon winner in 1993, the last time a high school around here was winner,” New Buffalo Area Schools Superintendent Dr. Jeff Leslie, who served as principal of Edwardsburg High School from 2012-2016.

So, when New Buffalo High School Principal Wayne Butler asked Leslie last winter if he should pursue an email that he had recently received discussing Blue Ribbon Schools, Leslie said to go for it.

“He called me in the middle of a basketball game and said, ‘We really need to do that,’” Butler said.

Fast forward several months later: On the afternoon of Thursday, Sept. 26, Butler received notification from U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy Devos that New Buffalo High School is one of 361 other schools in the country that has been recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School.

Butler said that out of the 13 schools that were chosen in Michigan, nine were elementary schools, one was a middle school and three were high schools.

“The caveat to that is two (of the) high schools are academic magnet schools. We’re on that list of high schools and we’re the only neighborhood high school – whoever shows up gets a seat on the bus,” he said, adding that students who attend the magnet schools must pass a test to gain entry.

Butler said that that was out of the 182,800 kindergarten through 12th grade public and private schools in the country.

“It’s not a very good batting average but it’s good company to be in,” he said.

According to an official press release, criteria to become a Blue Ribbon School is “based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups.”

“We recognize and honor your important work in preparing students for successful careers and meaningful lives” said DeVos in a video message to the honorees. “As a National Blue Ribbon School, your school demonstrates what is possible when committed educators hold all students and staff to high standards and create vibrant, innovative cultures of teaching and learning.”

The 12-page application featured an analysis of every part of the school – from the “bus drivers’ attitudes to breakfasts to test scores to attendance to community relations to how we do in the classroom,” Butler said.

“Every little nook, each department in the school,

“We really busted through last year – the seniors, when they were juniors, they were number one in the state in social studies on the MSTEP and that really gets people’s attention…and then the sustained strong scores on the SAT scores for several years,” he said.

“The current seniors when they took it last spring as juniors, 85% or 86% of them were college and career ready…just very consistent over time and strong academics” he said.

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got consideration - it was very thorough,” he added.

The application process was a team effort, with nearly everyone in the high school – teachers and staff – taking responsibility for one of its 14 sections.

The Department recognizes all schools in one of two performance categories, based on all student scores, student subgroup scores and graduation rates: Exemplary High Performing Schools, which are among a state’s highest performing schools as measured by state assessments or nationally normed tests and Exemplary Achievement Gap Closing Schools, which are among a state’s highest performing schools in closing achievement gaps between a school’s student groups and all students.

New Buffalo was recognized as the former.

Although the award was for the high school, Butler said that everything the district has to offer – breakfast in the morning, one-to-one technology for kindergarten through 12th grade, the Bison After School Enrichment (BASE) program, the presence of an school resource officer (SRO) in each building – played a role in the school receiving the award.

“It’s a systemic award if you look at it that way - our district supports all our kids you start all way down to elementary school: our young kids with the BASE program, the breakfast program, the PTO does a really good job getting parents involved,” he said.

The process it took to achieve the award didn’t just happen overnight. Butler said that it “starts with sustained academic achievement over time.”

eslie, who became superintendent of New Buffalo Area Schools in 2016, said that he also wanted to thank his past predecessors as well as politicians whose decisions have led to where the school district is today.

He said that the students who’ve recently graduated are products of the BASE program, which past board member pushed for, and that Ron Jelinek, a former state representative and senator, helped get the educational trust fund set up. LRSB funds have helped the district complete capital improvement projects.

“Some politicians made some pretty intentional decisions - getting the LRSB (Local Revenue Sharing Board) set up, everything The Pokagon Fund has done for us, some past board members…some of the decisions they made, we’re reaping the benefits that, all of that goes into what we’re getting now,” he said.

Butler also said he wants to thank the teachers for adapting to individual students’ learning styles and for creating a safe and comfortable environment in which they can learn.

“It’s kind of a validation (for the teachers) – it might sound silly to say if it’s from the federal government…I get to see all them teach but they don’t get to see each other teach, I think they do a really good job and I share that with them but it’s nice to hear it from some outside entity,” he said.

Ed Fiddler, a high school math teacher, said that while the high school has received several honors through the years from Newsweek and as a school to watch, this particular one is the “pinnacle.”

“You lose perspective from an everyday standpoint the hard work everyone puts in historically…that’s a really nice reward to show that off,” he said.

Now in its 37th year, the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program has bestowed recognition on more than 9,000 schools. Up to 420 schools may be nominated each year. For a profile on the individual schools, visit www.nationalblueribbonschools.ed.gov.

Butler added that the school planned on hosting a community forum in November to celebrate the achievement.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2019 Handwritten messages to pets who’ve passed on embellish the white luminaries

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Humans remember their beloved furry family members between the rows of luminaries

‘Remember Me Thursday’ is a night for the animals

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

That night, Humbert said they were remembering, eople driving down Indiana Highway 212 in Michigan City, Indiana, couldn’t help but notice in addition to everyone’s beloved pets, two individuals: the warm glow emanating from the front lawn of Carl Golightly and Dave Moon. Humbert explained that the Michiana Humane Society (MHS) the night Golightly and Moon played a large role in “the campaign of Thursday, Sept. 26. that built this building over 20 years ago.” Staff members For the sixth year in a row, MHS was lighting up the lit two luminaries just for them. night for Remember Me Thursday, which, according to “They were leaders in Michigan City for the animals the official event website, is a “global awareness campaign before there were many leaders for the animals,” Humbert uniting individuals and pet adoption organizations around said. the world as an unstoppable, integrated voice for orphan Humbert also thanked the volunteers who helped pets to live in forever homes, not die waiting for them.” organize the event as well as members For $5, guests could purchase a of MHS board of directors “work with white luminary, where they could very little acknowledgement on our write the name of a furry family behalf every day.” member who is waiting to cross the Most of all, Humbert wanted to Rainbow Bridge (an old poem states thank the MHS staff. that this is where pets go after “Tonight, for me, is really for our they’ve passed on to be reunited staff - they spend their days caring with their humans) on it. After for the animals and doing tasks for Johanna Humbert, MHS executive (them),” she said. director, had recited “A Prayer for Humbert said that staff members the Animals,” members of the MHS sometimes have to put off tending to animal care staff wandered down their own animals at home to take care the row of luminaries, bending of the more than 100 ones who are in down to light the small candle need at the shelter. hidden inside of each one.

“They do it every day, seven days a Guests wandered down the rows week, without complaint because they of luminaries, finding the one with love the animals,” she said. their pet’s name inscribed on it Each year, the Michiana Humane and stopping to read the messages Society provides a safe harbor for more written on each one. “The 11 babies than 1,200 animals. With an annual born to Souffle that only lived 15 budget of around $550,000, its staff Sophia remembers the animals days,” said one luminary. “Oscar: and volunteers provide shelter, food, with her mom, Anne Moore You were the beginning of all things basic medical care, and vaccinations. ‘dog’ for me,” said another one.

MHS is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit Humbert said that the event organization relying solely on private wasn’t only to respect the memory donations, as it receives no tax funds. of those pets who’ve passed away Special fundraiser throughout the but also to remember all the ones year also raise much-needed funds. who remain forgotten.

MHS will be hosting its final major “It’s an inter event not only to fundraiser of the year, the Harvest remember our beloved pets who’ve Barn Dance, at Blissful Barn at 4706 we lost but also to shine some light Watson Rd. in Three Oaks from 6:30 to on all the shelter animals that never 10:30 p.m.

Eastern Friday, Oct. 18. The find homes,” she said. evening will include hors d’oeuvres and Since first participating in the an open bar, music from co-hosts, The event, Humbert said members Newports and a silent and live auction. of the shelter’s staff have made Sponsor tickets are $250 and $125 great strides in combating pet for individual tickets. Tickets must be homelessness in the area. reserved by Friday, Oct. 7, on the MHS “When we first participated website. six years ago in Remember Me MHS is located at 722 Indiana Hwy. Thursday, nearly half of our shelter 212 in Michigan City, Indiana. For animals never found homes; now, more information, call 219-872-4499 I’m proud to say our placemen rate Johanna Humbert, MHS executive director, or visit www.michianahumanesociety. is over 98%,” she said to a round of says a few words to the crowd before applause. org. the lighting of the luminaries

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BISON VOLLEYBALL CONTINUE WINNING STREAK

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ew Buffalo Varsity Volleyball team went 3-2 Saturday, after a slow start at the River Valley tourney. New Buffalo beat Howardsville, Watervliet and River Valley, with losses to Bridgman and Sturgis.

Kelsey Corkran - 10 Aces 17 Kills 18 Digs; Sophia DeOliveira - 12 Aces 29 Kills 25 Digs; Ava Mullen - 6 Aces 22 Kills 11 Block Kills; Mary Mayer - 8 Aces 65 Assists On Monday night, varsity only played and New Buffalo Bison had 2 wins 1 tie at the Watervliet Quad. Bison beat Watervliet and LMC. They tied with Saugatuck.

Sophia DeOliveira 7 aces 28 kills 16 digs; Ava Mullen 18 kills 7 block kills.

Their record is 19-4 & 2 ties, with a conference record of 4-0 Next game Wednesday Oct 2nd @ Home against Covert. — STAFF REPORTS

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Bison stampede to first win of the football season

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BY STAN MADDUX

he Bison at home Saturday defeated Michigan Lutheran 58-6 for their first win of the high school football season.

New Buffalo leading 40-0 at halftime started the third quarter by again stopping the Titans cold on defense and moving the ball on offense.

After a 30-yard gain on a keeper by Ben Coffeen, the Bison crossed the goal line on a carry from Nick Peters.

The final touchdown for the Bison came with just over six minutes left in the fourth quarter when Anthony Lijewski on a keeper ran the ball in from the 50 yard line.

Lijewski ran up the middle then down the left sideline before reaching the end zone.

The only score for the Titans came on a 28 yard run as the game clock ran out.

Lijewski was the leading rusher for the Bison with 159 yards on just eight carries.

Coffeen rushed the ball 18 times for 154 yards.

Michael Bombin completed half of his 10 passes for 65 yards and ran for 86 yards on eight carries.

It was the second consecutive game the Bison as a team compiled more than 250 rushing yards.

On defense, the Bison held Michigan Lutheran to just eight yards passing and 30 yards rushing on 24 attempts.

Ben Lijewski led Bison defenders with 10 tackles while Josh Kay contributed two sacks, a blocked punt and a fumble recovery.

“Our young team continues to progress and this win was a step in the right direction,” said head coach, Matt Johnson.

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errien County residents can recycle household chemicals, home medical waste, electronics, and get their personal documents shredded from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, October 12, at the Southeast Berrien County Landfill Recycling Center, 3200 Chamberlain Rd., Buchanan.

The event is open to Berrien County residents only. Business waste is prohibited.

The household chemicals and liquids will be recycled and disposed of properly to prevent poisoning and protect environmental health. Accepted items include home, garden, garage, and workshop liquids and chemicals, as well as batteries of all sizes, fluorescent light bulbs, mercury items and home medical waste such as pills, liquids, aerosols, and sharps. Donations are accepted to help off-set the collection and processing costs.

Items that will not be accepted are latex paint (can be dried out and placed in regular curbside trash with the lid off the paint can), gas grill propane tanks, and ammunition. Visit www.berriencounty.org and click Recycling Services to learn how to recycle and properly dispose of these materials, or call the Berrien County Parks Department at 269-983-7111 x8234.

Green Earth Electronics Recycling will be onsite to collect household electronic waste including computers, televisions, printers, large and small appliances, dehumidifiers, and anything else with a cord or that is battery operated. Fees apply on computer monitors ($10 each) and televisions ($20 each). Cash or check is accepted. All other electronics are accepted at no cost. Call Green Earth Electronics Recycling for more information at 269-326-1232.

County residents can also bring personal documents for onsite shredding.

Participants must remove any three-ring binders, large binder clips, and heavy plastics and metals before bringing documents. The Southeast Berrien County Landfill Authority is sponsoring the onsite shredding truck, providing this service free to residents.

This event is the final Berrien County Community Recycling Event of 2019. A complete list of accepted items is posted at www.berriencounty.org by clicking on Recycling Services. For more information, call Jill Adams in the County Parks Department at 269-983-7111 x8234. — STAFF REPORTS

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

t was Thomas Jefferson, the third president of the United States, that Americans have to thank for the good French cuisine and wine that they enjoy today.

“He’s essentially responsible for bringing French cuisine to the colonies, for bringing French cuisine to the American world and French wine to the American world,” Ron Spears said at the “French Cuisine Benefit Dinner Inspired

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Proceeds from the dinner benefited New Buffalo Township Library. Guests Open 7 days Open Thursday-Monday Open Thursday-Monday enjoyed an elegant meal of ratatouille with Jefferson’s vegetables in a little tart com davidsdeliandcoffee.com thefalsefrontbar.com thefalsefrontbar.com called Pâte brisée, (translates to “broken dough in English), which is butter, flour and a little water into integrity • experience • success a dough that’s been made into a dough that’s been pressed and baked, garnished with lettuce and tomatoes sprinkled with olive oil and a a main course of beef tenderloin, butternut squash, and cabbage slaw. The meal was finished off with a serving of cheese, bread and fresh grapes. [above] Guests enjoy their cheese Ratatouille, Ron said, originates and bread afterfrom the southeast of French in CONTACT US real esTaTe: Full Service Residential, Commercial, dinner course; an area known as Provence, a new BuffaLo Easements, Beach Rights [right] Marge (left) 269-469-8440 geographical region and historical and Ron (right) chicago Business Law: Corporations, Partnerships, LLCs, province of southeastern France Spears with chef 312-642-4414 Sole Proprietorships Jackie Shen extending from the left bank of the toLL free lower Rhône to the west to the Italian injury Law: Serious Injuries, Wrongful Death, Accidents 877-500-1965 border to the east and bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the south. There, a huge amount of vegetables is used, such as zucchini, eggplants, and tomatoes. www.laroseboscolaw.com “Ratatouille without tomatoes isn’t ratatouille,” Ron said.

Of course, French wine was featured prominently at the meal.

Before Jefferson introduced French wine to America, cider, rum and oxidized wine called Madeira (which Ron said is basically oxidized red wine from Portugal) was what was enjoyed.

The evening centered around the book, “Thomas Jefferson’s Creme Brulee: How a Founding Father and His Slave James Hemings Introduced French Cuisine to America” by Thomas J. Craughwell The book details how Jefferson became enamored with French cuisine after traveling to France while he was a minister to the country (what would be called an ambassador these days) after serving in Congress, as governor of Virginia, and writing the Declaration of Independence.

In 1784, Jefferson struck a deal with his slave, James Hemings: If he traveled to Paris with him and learned the French cuisine, he would grant him his freedom.

They returned to America in 1789; however, Jefferson didn’t make good on his promise until seven years later, when Hemings taught everything he had learned to his brother, Peter.

The evening crowd dined at what Ron referred to as “communal tables;” however, he said that Jefferson rarely “dealt with groups this big,” often preferring to dine with groups of five or six. Jefferson held dinners in Washington, D.C. as well as at his plantation located outside of Charlottesville, Virginiana, Monticello.

Ron said that Jefferson discovered that bringing everyone together for a meal of good food and wine caused everyone to “really open up.”

“He would go out of his way to bring in political rivals, people who disagreed with him - he found when we’re sitting at table and talking, there’s no yelling and he solved so may problems that way,” he said.

A self-proclaimed “wine guy,” Ron said the company that he owned for 20 years, Grape News Importing LTD in Chicago, grew out of a newsletter, The Grape News.

Julie Grynwich, New Buffalo Township library director, thanked Ron and his wife, Marge, as well as Jackie’s Café owner and chef, Jackie Shen, and Nicole Rudd, Angelica Sanchez, and Ruth Perez of Jackie’s for making the evening possible.

Grywich said that Shen knew Ron and Marge from when she was a chef in Chicago and invited them to share their knowledge.

In the past, the library has held events to benefit the Friends of the Library.

Shen said that she’s currently planning an event to benefit the Friends around the holidays, during which she will cook up beef wellington that will be accompanied by everyone’s time-honored recipes.

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t was a perfect Thursday evening when Denise and Sam Luna opened their doors, and their hearts, at their Mesa Luna restaurant for a give-back fundraiser for the Cherry Beach Foundation and Chikaming Township, who have been working overtime on rising funds for the last two years.

It was an outstanding turn-out of Chikaming Township homeowners and philanthropic guests for this remarkable evening for those who love and use Cherry Beach.

The township is currently trying to acquire the Beidler Trust property, which is adjacent to Cherry Beach and would expand the beach. The township applied for a Michigan Department of Natural Resources Trust Fund (MDNRTF) grant in April when it failed to secure the grant last December. This year, the township’s local match amount is 40%, decreasing the grant amount request to $2.5 million.

The grant will cover 60% of the estimated more than $4 million in total project costs.

Mesa Luna's guests ordered their favorite dinners from the five-star restaurant's extensive menu, where one-half of the dinner proceeds were donated to the Cherry Beach Fund by the generous Luna couple. This incredible evening was given out of their sense of community and generosity toward making the Harbor Country world an even better place with an expanded Cherry Beach and a property of precious forest.

Additional Mesa Luna staff volunteered for the evening in order to accommodate the full house at the popular bar and the open-porch dining on the enclosed porch, as well as the elegant dining room. No one lacked for attention at this great turn-out of guests, who dined on the fine cuisine, enjoyed the atmosphere, and extended their warm wishes by supporting the Cherry Beach funding efforts.

Volunteers have worked so tirelessly for helping in the collection efforts of funds for two years. The Cherry Beach Committee has written hundreds of letters, if not thousands, and have held countless meetings. The “Un-Development” volunteers have marched with their signs, attending every single event they could find to march in.

The Cherry Beach Committee is now nearing their huge goal for the purchase of the property that will greatly expand the beach from 253 feet to 657 feet. The committee’s efforts will hopefully prevent the beautiful property from being developed into private homes, but kept in perpetuity in its natural forested state.

All of these efforts will be coupled with the pledged Michigan State funds for completing their mission, assuring the community that this prized beachfront property will be gained for the use of the grateful residents of Chikaming Township and all of the Harbor Country's residents.

An enormous thanks to Chikaming Township Supervisor David Bunte, and members of the Chikaming Township board of directors, as well as Sue Phelan, Peggy McTigue, Janet Schrader, and Tom Sullivan, and all of the outstanding Cherry Beach Committee members for their incredible devotion and hard work.

Update: As of Oct. 1, Phalen said the township has met the state’s Sept. 30 fundraising deadline and has collected around 950 pledges. Pledges were received from 28 states. Pledge amounts ranged from $5 to $50,000. Phalen said that the goal was reached due to the efforts of the local community and residents from outside of the community as well as small business owners.

Phalen said that the Cherry Beach Committee is still collecting pledges at this time. To pledge funds, visit www.chikamingtownship.org/cherry-beach-project.

The township will be notified if it’s received the MDNRTF grant in midDecember.

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Rain or shine, Converge Community Church fundraiser lives on

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FIRE AT THE HARBOR GRAND HOTEL...

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n Friday, September 27, The Harbor Grand Hotel was struck by cloud-to-ground lightning at 5:44pm.

Fire ensued, presumed to originate in the attic space above third floor guestrooms. Hotel guests, restaurant patrons, and staff were evacuated as fire departments from New Buffalo, Chikaming, Michiana, and Long Beach responded to the 911 call. At approximately 8:45pm, the fire was extinguished.

In addition to damage from the fire, the building has suffered extensive water damage. Over the course of the next 8-10 months, it will be stripped to the studs and rebuilt, with the intention to reopen the lobby and restaurant in April 2020, followed by guestrooms in early June.

While we are sad to close our doors for the first time in almost 20 years, we have much to be thankful for.

First and foremost, for our amazing staff who calmly ensured the safety of every person in a full house during the first moments of a very frightening situation. Then immediately returned to hospitality mode, attending to displaced guests with grace and compassion. There are no words for our gratitude and pride, other than to say we are honored to know each of you, and blessed to work with you.

For the volunteer firemen and women who selflessly place themselves in harm’s way to protect people and property. Your courage and generosity of spirit is admirable beyond measure. We are so grateful for your service.

For the timely assistance of local law enforcement the day of and following the fire. Those first hours are disorienting to say the least. Guidance through next steps was grounding and immensely helpful.

And finally, for the love and support of the community – friends, colleagues, neighbors, and patrons.

We are touched and buoyed by every word and gesture. And reminded why we continue to make this place our home. The heart of this community is extraordinary. We feel very fortunate to be part of it.

— GRATEFULLY, ROBERT AND COLLETTE KEMPER

Lightning ruled cause of Harbor Grand fire

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lightning strike during a spectacular Friday evening storm is the confirmed cause of a fire that heavily damaged Harbor Grand Hotel & Suites in New Buffalo.

New Buffalo Police Chief Rich Killips said the Michigan Fire Marshal’s Office came to that formal conclusion on Monday.

Killips said weather data along with eyewitness accounts of the extravagant three-story lakefront hotel being hit by lightning were major factors in determining the cause.

He said lightning hit the top of the 55 room building on the east side of the structure where flames burned through parts of the roof.

“There was a lightning strike exactly there at that time,” he said.

Killips said the fire was contained to the attic but there was smoke and water damage throughout.

Several rooms on the third floor sustained major damage from ceilings having to be pulled down to reach the flames with water, he said.

Except for several broken windows, there were no signs of any damage to the exterior.

Killips said guests at the hotel were given rooms at the nearby Marina Grand owned by the same company.

No injuries were reported.

Carolyn Gibbs used to stay there while visiting from Chicago then after moving to New Buffalo was a regular customer at Terrace Room, a fine dining restaurant on the lower level of the restaurant.

“Hard to believe and very sad because it’s a great place and very sad for the people who work here because it’s going to be closed probably for a while,” she said.

Gibbs said she spotted the hotel on fire while out for a walk close to the beach as the storm dropping several inches of rain and lighting up the sky began moving in.

Ashley Hipskind has never stayed or eaten at the hotel but often passes by it during her annual visits from the Chicago area.

“It’s kind of sad. We walk by here all of the time. We hope they fix whatever is broken and they recover well,” she said.

Killips gave a major pat on the back to firefighters whose safety was even more at risk from being on ladders and the roof with all of the lightning in the sky.

“Everyone was very lucky that nobody got hurt fighting this thing,” Killips said.

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hile it started out as a cold, rainy, blustery day, by noon, the rain had stopped and the party rolled on for New Buffalo’s Converge Church’s fundraiser at Nancy’s By the Lake in New Buffalo Sunday, Sept. 29.

For the third year, Nancy’s owners Jim and Robyn Kramer donated the remaining inventory of their popular ice cream and cafe operation to Converge Church.

The popular New Buffalo landmark provided free ice cream and lunches of the most delicious and largest hamburgers, hot Donna Jolly and Robyn Kramer dogs, and any ice cream sundaes, malts and shakes guests chose.

As a benefit for the church, the guests were allowed to donate any amount they chose for their lunches, with all proceeds going to Converge. The church plans to use this year's funds for finishing its children's wing, which will be open to all of the community's children as a bad weather refuge where they could play.

Jeff Dryden, senior pastor at Sawyer Highlands Church (Converge’s Sawyer campus), expressed his deep appreciation to the Kramers and this unusual and successful opportunity for the Converge Church's building program.

“Without the Kramers and their participation, we would have been much longer in accumulating the capitol for our church's rehab program and its improvements over the years,” he said.

No small amount of praise goes to the Kramers and their popular Nancy's for providing not only the germination of a new Sunday service and eventually the Converge Church, but also an even further gift to the church with their generosity in giving their unique free luncheon and ice cream goodies for the Converge Church's congregation's fundraising efforts.

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Apple Cider Century bicyclists don’t let a soggy start rain on their parade

Cyclists cross the highway as they depart Three Oaks Elementary School

Hailey Hauch directs traffic on South Elm Street

Greg Hadkes and Dave, Siena, and Chase Marcael are reeady to go

Addyson and Emily Frazier from the River Valley fast pitch softball team serve hot apple cider and fresh apples to riders

Jennifer McRae and Dave and Ellen Orlowski are raring to go

Anne Ise, Elise Arow and Colleen Rollins have slipped on their ponchos and are ready to go

Leo Frey of leosmobile.com works at the bicycle repair stand

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ost cyclists would find it daunting to pedal down a more-than-50mile stretch on a clear, sunny afternoon, much less in the midst of an unrelenting rainstorm during what has been branded the “most popular century bicycle tour in the Midwest.”

Not for Anne Ise’s husband.

“He’s doing the 100-mile route,” Ise, who had arrived in Three Oaks Sunday, Sept. 29, for the 46th annual Apple Cider Century, said.

The ride challenges bicyclists to embark on a 15-, 25- 37-, 50- 62-, 75- or 100-mile ride that takes them on paths that meander through the orchards and forests surrounding Three Oaks.

In addition to her husband, Isa was also accompanied by her friends, Elisa Arow and Colleen Rollins. While it was Ise’s second year doing the bike tour, this year marked the first Apple Cider Century for Arow and Rollins.

Ise said the weather had thwarted their plans somewhat: Originally, the trio had hoped to give cycling down the 50-mile routes a go; however, due to the rain, the more aggressive route would have to wait until next year.

“We’re doing the 15- or 25-mile route,” she said, and added that it “takes more than a little rain” to slow them down.

Indeed, the day did get off to a soggy start.

Hailey Hauch, a River Valley High School student who was directing traffic on South Elm Street, said the rain had been really bad before finally tapering off by mid-morning.

“I was down here at six and it was pouring rain,” she said.

The bicyclists who showed up at Three Oaks Elementary School, which has long been the start and finish point for the ride, remained undeterred by the downpour. As was custom, cyclists collected their packets and route Hunter Giannetti and Jason Drake flips pancakes at the map with this fire department’s pancake year’s designated breakfast SAG stops on it from inside of the elementary school gym and made their way over to the all-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs, sausage and choice of beverage breakfast that was being prepared and served by the Three Oaks Fire Department.

According to fire chief Dave Flick, firefighters have been cooking up pancakes for the Apple Cider Century for as long as it’s been in existence.

The fire department also puts on a breakfast during Three Oaks’ Flay Day in June, which is open to the public (as was that day’s breakfast).

“Last year, we served about 900 people in five hours,” he said, adding that numbers were slightly down this year due to the weather.

That evening, bicyclists were rewarded with a spaghetti dinner for a job well done in the gym.

After fueling their bodies with food, the cyclists slipped ponchos over their bodies, strapped on their helmets and hopped onto their bikes.

Gripping the handlebars (which had raindrops dripping off them), the bicyclists paddled away from the iconic hanging yellow banner with the words “Apple Cider Century” emblazoned on it

(which serves as the start/finish line).

And then they were off.

The event is put on by the Three Oaks Spokes Bicycle Club. Greg McNair, a member of the club who was spending his fourth year running the bicycle repair stand outside the elementary school Sunday morning, said that he rode the Apple Cider Century four times before joining the club. He was joined by Leo Frey from Valparaiso, Indiana, of leosmobile.com.

This year, McNair was seeing a specific type of rider migrate to the repair stand – something that can be largely attributed to the weather, he said.

“The people who are showing up tend to be the more serious riders, so they just need a little more air and a repair on their tires - we’re not having the more serious repairs, where people can’t ride their bikes,” McNair said.

Once the rain let up by the mid-morning, McNair declared it to be the perfect riding weather.

“You don’t have the sun beating down on you, you don’t have a lot of wind right now, the rain has stopped – the only thing bicyclists would be dealing with right now as opposed to a normal day is the road will be a little slick,” he said.

An avid bicyclist himself, McNair said that the longest he’s ever rode in his life on his bike was more than 120 miles. Rain – even thunderstorms – are nothing to worry about, he said.

“I rode a ride through Chicago years ago and we had a big thunderstorm when we went through the Loop and it was actually better that way because there weren’t people walking and blocking us, there was less traffic,” he said.

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he Three Oaks Spokes Bicycle was started in 1973 by Bryan Volstorf, who serves as the club’s president. A year later, the Apple Cider Century was launched.

“He wanted to promote bicycling and after a year, club members decided, ‘Let’s put on a bike ride to promote it even more,” his son, Tim, said.

“They had 223 people sign up the first year they did it - it like this, it rained, but it kept getting better and more people signed up,” he added.

All money that the club receives through the ride’s entry fees every year goes toward paying back the various community groups that help make it possible.

“We have the River Valley baseball team doing all the parking in town, River Valley Sunshine Softball doing cider and apples, we have all these groups at the SAG stops – we pay them to do all this with money we bring in from this. What we have left after paying for food and supplies, we can pay out to those different organization that help out,” Tim said.

“It’s kind of a fundraiser for the community,” he added.

The remaining funds are used to help club members maintain the Backroads Bikeways trails located throughout Harbor Country.

“We maintain those as well as the signs that we put up – we trim trees sometimes if they need to be so people can see the signs,” he said.

The Three Oaks Spokes Bicycle Club is located at 3 Dewey Cannon Ave. in Three Oaks.

For more on the backroads trails, visit www. applecidercentury.com.

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OBITUARIES Lois Emily DeBoer

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ois Emily DeBoer, age 99, of Three Oaks, died peacefully Saturday, July 20, 2019 in West Woods of Bridgman in the presence of her family.

Lois was born June 29, 1920 in Ashkum, Illinois the youngest of two daughters of Peter and Jessie Booi. She married Frederick DeBoer on December 25, 1954 in Danforth, Illinois. After 63 years of marriage, he passed away October 12, 2018.

Lois will be greatly missed by family and friends. She is survived by two sons, Michael (Linda) Mickens of Corpus Christi, Texas, David (Deb) DeBoer of Cedarburg, Wisconsin; one daughter, Mary Lubbers of Three Oaks, Michigan; grandchildren, Chad (Michelle) Mickens of Corpus Christi, Texas, Jana (Kent) Oliver of Corpus Christi, Texas, Erin (Greg) Dickenson of Bayview, Wisconsin, Megan Lubbers of Douglas, Michigan, Matthew DeBoer of San Francisco, California, Brittney DeBoer of Madison, Wisconsin; great grandchildren, Austin (Maria) Mickens, Chantz Mickens, Jaelin Mickens, Coy Mickens, Hannah Oliver, Levi Oliver, and Eli Oliver; nieces, Tanya (Donn) Cummings and Jolene Murphy; her late nephew, Greg (Kathy) Saracoff; and a host of cousins and friends.

Family and friends gathered Saturday, August 10, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. until time of memorial service at 11:30 a.m. in Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, 106 Ash Street East, Three Oaks, Michigan 49128. The Pastor Jim King officiated.

Mrs. DeBoer will be laid to rest, in a private burial, with her husband in Riverside Cemetery, Three Oaks.

The family prefers contributions be made in Lois’ memory.

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

BRASS QUINTET TO OPEN ‘FREE FAMILY CONCERT SERIES’

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he School of American Music in Three Oaks, Michigan, will be offering a series of free Sunday concerts at locations around Harbor Country, which will begin series with a performance by the North American Brass Company at the Episcopal Church of the Mediator at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13.

Free tickets are available at the school’s website, schoolofamericanmusic.com. Click on Tickets & Merchandise.

A professional brass quintet, the North American Brass Company specializes in innovative performances of a wide musical repertoire that ranges from classical to jazz. The group has performed across the Midwest and consists of Jay Crouch and Charles Steck on trumpet, Gary Cooper on trombone, William Browne on French horn and Roger Lewis on tuba. All the band members have taught music and currently play in local symphonies or orchestras, in addition to their performances with the quintet.

The Church of the Mediator is located at 14280 Red Arrow Highway in Harbert, Michigan. — STAFF REPORTS

New Buffalo FOL to offer nature photography session

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hands-on workshop using smart phones for nature photography will be offered by the Friends of New Buffalo Library at 3 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 12, at the Galien River County Park, 17424 Red Arrow Hwy., New Buffalo

Township.

Photographer and artist George Kassal will return for a practical lesson on how to use your phone to capture the beauty of nature from the park’s trails and overlook.

Although Kassal will concentrate on iPhone photography, many of the same principles apply to Android phones.

Kassal has a master’s degree in photography and digital imaging and has taught art history and appreciation at colleges in Northwest Indiana and the Chicago area.

The session is limited to 25 participants and advance registration is required with a $10 deposit at the library front desk. The deposit is to assure attendance and will be returned at the session. The rain date is Sunday, Oct. 13.

Upcoming FOL programs include “The Day the Music Died,” Tuesday, Oct. 29; “Casey and the Flying Fortress,” Monday, Nov. 11, and “Wessel Whittaker and the First Days of New Buffalo,” Tuesday, Nov. 19.

The Community Forum Series is sponsored by the Friends of New Buffalo Library. For further information, follow the Facebook link at www.newbuffalotownshiplibrary.org or email new.buffalo.fol@gmail.com. — STAFF REPORTS

Center of the World Showroom to host a ‘Farewell to The Gourd Man’ reception

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arold Harris is retiring from the world of art, and Center of the World Woodshop Showroom is inviting the public to a reception in his honor, the Farewell to The Gourd Man Reception and Sale, which will be held from 4-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at Center of the World Woodshop Showroom, 13400 Red Arrow Highway, Harbert.

Harris has been a major contributor to the Showroom’s collection for a decade or more. A Korean War veteran, Harris — now widely known as The Gourd Man — had never even heard of gourd art when he retired from a trucking industry career.

“At first, he was just always underfoot!” his wife, Vicky, said, in a recent press release.

Frustrated by his post-retirement aimlessness, Vicky soon convinced Harold to accompany her to a craft show. And it was there, for the first time, he saw gourd art. (“I think I can do that,” he told Vicky.)

In the 20 years since, Harold has created a collection of work that has repeatedly earned him first and second place medals in the Visual Arts Division of the National Veterans Creative Arts Competition and Festival. His work ranges from decorative vessels, pitchers and lidded jars, to bird houses and lamps, no two alike and all created from locally sourced gourds. Some are delicately filigreed. Others carved and some are beaded. Leaves are a frequent motif, as are Native American inspired patterns.

To give appreciators one last chance to purchase a Harold Harris creation, Center of the World Woodshop will host a reception at which visitors can enjoy a glass of wine and appetizers, while perusing The Gourd Man collection.

All Harris pieces will be marked down 25% for the event.

Admission is free.

For more information, contact 269-469-5687 or info@ centeroftheworld.net. — STAFF REPORTS

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2019

HOROSCOPE OCTOBER 3-9, 2019

AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 There is a tendency to prove yourself this week and you may attract those who would take advantage of your showmanship or use it to their ends. Be true to yourself but don’t take on too much. You may end up spending too much money or time on things that may not be to your benefit.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 There will be a tendency to rush through things or gloss over issues this week.

It’s important that you pay attention when working to avoid accidents. Be sure you pay attention to details when going over paperwork because it will be easy to miss important information now.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20 There is a vigorous, practical energy headed your way this week. Use it to get things cleaned up and organized.

You may focus on work to avoid emotional issues with partners or family, which will ultimately give them the space they need to figure out their own messes.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 The vibe this week will feel quite energetic and lively.

Be sure to let your hair down and get moving. If you don’t, or if someone tries to suppress your good time, you may become stubborn or worse, passive aggressive.

Don’t be afraid to leave the party poopers behind.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 It will be easy to get caught up in daydreams and romantic fantasies this week. Just don’t mess up your work schedule or ignore important chores because your head is in the clouds. Stay on task when at work and don’t get distracted by social media. Make room for fun, after the work is done.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 You will feel quite energized this week and may instigate some sticky situations, if you’re not careful. People have a tendency to be overly sensitive to you now. Rather than pushing buttons and getting situations riled up, be the peacemaker. Let your words be helpful and constructive.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 The vibe coming at you this week will make you feel more self-reliant and confident. When it comes to feeling secure or getting the job done, you’ll be better off doing it yourself now. Friends and neighbors may be a little absent minded. So, better to avoid mishaps and go solo.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 This week you will be feeling much more driven to succeed and utilize your executive powers. Use this energy to not only get big projects finished but get paid. Friends or social gatherings may try to interfere with your ability to get things accomplished but they are no match for your work ethic now.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 It will be very easy to come off too strong this week.

Don’t be afraid to walk away from stressful situations in order to cool down and process your feelings. Even if your feelings are valid, things can easily escalate, and you don’t want your words used against you later.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 Your mind will be extra sharp this week and unfortunately your temper will be also.

Don’t rush into ideas or jump to conclusions. It’s important you look at the big picture before getting upset over tiny details. Now is the time to honor curiosities by investigating them, before employing them.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 You will be ready for the long hours this week. The vibes coming at you now are giving you an extra boost to accomplish physical tasks and handle financial issues head-on. Even if you think your resources are in short supply, somehow you will make it work and come out ahead.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 The atmosphere around you this week will be quite hearty and robust. You won’t be afraid to get down and dirty, if the job calls for it.

When getting directions or instructions from others be sure to write things down and ask for clarification. It will be easy to get things turned around now.

This above all: to thine own self be true.

— William Shakespeare

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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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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2019

SERVICE LEAGUE ARTS AND CRAFTS SHOW ON TAP FOR THIS MONTH

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he signs of fall are here – the crisp, cool weather, the emerging brilliant fall foliage colors and the New Buffalo Service League Arts & Crafts Show, which is scheduled to take place from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 19, in the gyms at the New Buffalo High School/ Middle School located at 1112 E. Clay St., New Buffalo.

More than 100 arts and crafts booths will be offering handcrafted items for the home, yard and holidays; beautiful wearable art items; delectable edibles; toys; and floral décor.

Guests will want to be sure they get there early for the famous bake sale, where Service League members will be offering their mouth-watering variety of home-baked goods. In addition, members will be offering brunch options as well as their luncheon menu (complete with homebaked apple slices, get your very own before they sell out) for busy shoppers and crafters.

Proceeds of the show are dedicated to the Mary Ann Frey Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarship awards to area high school seniors each year.

Admission to the show is $2, which includes a door prize ticket. Additional tickets are available for purchase. The building is handicap accessible.

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DAILY EVENTS

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

EVERY MONDAY

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

Teacher is Marie Crist. $7 per class.

EVERY WEDNESDAY

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

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

All are welcome.

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

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

EVERY THURSDAY

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.

LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

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

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

EVERY SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

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

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

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

EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12

EVERY SATURDAY

HAUNTED TRAILS AND FAMILY FUN FEST 2-5PM CT. Friendship Botanic Gardens.

2055 E US Hwy 12. Michigan City.

Featuring a trick-or-treat stations, a bonfire, face painting, crafts, games, and food and beverages. Admission for adults and children 12 and over is $5. Admission for children under 12 is $2.

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.

YOGA AT THE PARK 9AM. New Buffalo Township.

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

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

HARVEST AND WINE FEST NOON-9PM. Lions Park. New Buffalo.

Featuring award-winning wines and local beers, live music, and other fall activities.

Admission at the gate is $5 per person.

Children 12 and under are free.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4

HUNTERS MOONFEST AT THE ORCHARD 4-9PM. Williams Orchard.

9456 N. 500 East. Rolling Prairie, IN. www.williamsorchard.com.

Enjoy a night out at the farm when it has extended hours, beer and wine and live music.

JOURNEYMAN: A TRIBUTE TO ERIC CLAPTON 8PM. Acorn Theater.

In honor of his biggest musical influence (Eric Clapton), Shaun Hague has been making waves with his Journeyman – A Tribute to Eric Clapton. Tickets are $30.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13

HARVEST MARKET FRIDAYS 3-7PM. N Whittaker St. New Buffalo. www.newbuffalofarmersmarket.com.

The market features fresh produce, handmade products, and live music and food.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5

FALL HARVEST DINNER AND BAKE SALE 4:30-7PM Dinner, 10AM-7PM Bake Sale.

Community of Christ Church. 110 S Cleveland. Downtown Galien.

The dinner will feature a Swiss steak with an awesome salad bar. The cost is $9 for those who are 12 years and older and $5 for children 5 to 11 years old.

WEDESDAY, OCTOBER 9

SERVICE LEAGUE OCTOBER MEETING 6:30PM. Song Asian Cuisine. 301 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo.

Buffet dinner will be at 6:30 p.m., so please arrive between 6 - 6:15 p.m. We will be finalizing our preparations for the New Buffalo Service League Arts and Crafts Show to take place on Oct. 19. If you are interested in joining, call Liz Rettig at 269266-2116 or contact a member for more information.

13TH ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF 1-5PM. Skip’s Open-Air European Farmers’ Market.

Come vote for your favorite and see who wins the Judges Award and the People’s Choice Award. Featuring live entertainment from Michael Hulett, a cash bar and all the chili and fixings. Admission to the cook-off is $10 for adults, children 6-12 $5 and children 5 and under are free.

SATURDAYS-SUNDAYS, OCTOBER 14-28

HESSTON GHOST TRAIN 11:30AM-5PM CT. Hesston Steam Museum. 1201 E 1000 N Hesston, IN. www.hesston.org.

Museum depot and gift shop open at 11:30AM. Trail roll at noon. Free admission.

Train fare is $7 for adults and $5 for children 3-12 years.

The information for these events is correct, as of the Tuesday before publication date. Please contact the events listed with any questions. Please send us any events at events@newbuffalotimes.com.

Deadlines are the Fridays before the following week’s publication.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2019

14th Annual

A Celebration of the Harvest in Southwest Michigan

October 12 • Noon - 9pm EST

Lions Pavilion Park Across from New Buffalo Beach

LIVE MUSIC ALL DAY! HEADLINED BY

Also featuring: The Andrew Fisher Quartet, Top Secret Band and Rebecca Anne Band

TICKETS ONLY

$5

KIDS 12 AND UNDER ARE FREE!

UNIQUE MERCHANTS DELICIOUS REGIONAL FOOD VENDORS MICHIGAN WINE, BEER AND CIDER

FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES

INCLUDING PUMPKIN PAINTING AND HAYRIDES

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