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Thursday, November 29, 2018

New Buffalo city manager reprimanded for gun PAGE 3 Chikaming to welcome holidays with ‘Holiday Carols and Lights’ PAGE 3 New Buffalo Shoreline Alliance seeks alternatives after being denied grant PAGE 4 Harbor Country Singers to spread Christmas cheer with concerts, caroling PAGE 4 2019 Miss Heart, Miss Teen Blossomtime, Bud Prince and Princess, Miss Jr. Teen Blossomtime start their royal reign PAGE 5

Holiday rush at Pinecrest PAGE 11

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Three Oaks welcomes season with treelighting, caroling PAGE 12

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New Buffalo city manager reprimanded for gun

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ew Buffalo City Manager David Richards has been reprimanded for violating city policy by having a gun in his office at City Hall.

A written reprimand was unanimously approved by the city council during its Monday, Nov. 19, regularly scheduled meeting. ‘’I’m not making any excuses. It happened. I admitted to it and we’re moving forward from here,’’ Richards said.

Richards said a report about the gun surfaced just recently six months after he permanently removed the weapon from his office.

According to city officials, the policy allows only a police officer to have a gun at City Hall.

New Buffalo City Councilwoman Elizabeth Ennis said officials learned of the gun through word of mouth after a former city employee a few weeks after resigning in the fall told someone in the community about the weapon.

She said the person complaining never went to the police or the mayor with the concerns.

Initially, an oral reprimand was discussed but the violation was felt serious enough by some members of the council to go ahead with a written reprimand that goes into Richards’ employment file.

Ennis said that while Richards was remorseful and likely had the gun for his own personal safety, the issue couldn’t be overlooked. ‘’It’s a serious matter. The manager violated our own policies,’’ she said.

Councilman Mark Robertson said he was fine with an oral reprimand because discussion of the situation at a public meeting had already started and he went ahead and sided with the rest of his colleagues.

Richards would not reveal when he first brought the gun to his office and other details but felt there were circumstances that led to word getting out long after he stopped having a gun in the workplace. ‘’There’s a lot of things that have happened in the last six months that this became entangled in and became convenient to report six months after the fact,’’ he said.

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Chikaming to welcome holidays with ‘Holiday Carols and Lights’

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he “Celebrate Chikaming Holiday Carols and Lights” ceremony will be held at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, at the Lakeside Park Gazebo.

The public is invited to participate in an early evening of caroling, hot cider and cookies with the Harbor Country Singers, the area’s community chorus. Whether they can sing or not or know the songs or not, community members are encouraged to celebrate the season in Chikaming Township.

Businesses and homes along Red Arrow Highway are also encouraged to light up the Arrow with festive lights and ribbons.

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New Buffalo Shoreline Alliance seeks alternatives after being denied grant

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he New Buffalo Shoreline Alliance (NBSA) has been seeking some outside help after recently learning that its application for a Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Office of the Great Lakes (OGL), Michigan Coastal Zone Management (CZM) Program Grant was denied.

The NBSA is continuing to working toward a remedy for the ongoing shoreline erosion that is occurring south of the New Buffalo break wall. In a Nov. 24 email to its members (who represent property owners from New Buffalo to Michiana), the NBSA said that, despite not receiving a hoped for $15 million GLFER grant, the board is pursuing alternatives that will open the door to be reconsidered for the grant.

The grant would aid in the installation of off shore break walls, which would break the high wave energy before the waves reach the coastline. In addition, the organization is also applying for other grants to help fund the project.

According to the email, the application was denied “in part because the NBSA is a new organization and a first-time applicant.” As a result, the organization been “working intensely” to partner with “an institution that has grant experience with the OGL. “ So far, the NBSA has had interaction with three of Michigan’s top universities to partner with the organization and be the grant administrator. The email states that the NBSA is “in the final stages of these negotiations” and will soon make an announcement regarding its partner.

The email states that the Michigan CZM Grant Program “provides grant funds to assist in the development of vibrant and resilient coastal communities through the protection and restoration of sensitive coastal resources and biologically diverse ecosystems. “ The next CZM grant applications are due in December. The CZM grant is a one to one matching grant program and the NBSA must match the state’s contribution, which could be $100,000.

The board is also looking forward to a visit from United States Army Corp of Engineers (USACE) Brigadier General Mark Toy in December, who will receive a firsthand view of the damage that has resulted from the 1974 break wall installation and the lack of promised revetment by the USACE. This holiday season, NBSA members would ask that members of the public also consider them in their giving plans. Those who are required to take required minimum distributions (RMD) from their IRAs may find benefits to give to the NBSA through a qualified charitable donation (QCD). The NBSA board is comprised of volunteers who don’t take a salary.

The NBSA is a 501 (c) (3) organization and your contribution is tax deductible.

A gift to the NBSA is an investment in the local community. Contributions can be made through newbuffaloshrelinealliance@gmail.com. — COMPILED BY LINDA

Harbor Country Singers to spread Christmas cheer with concerts, caroling

eginning this weekend, families are once again invited to donate to local children in need while enjoying a free train ride during Hesston Steam Museum’s Candy Cane Express event, which is scheduled to take place Harbor Country Singers, the area’s Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 1-2 community chorus, has scheduled and 8-9. two full-scale concerts and three Families will want to grab caroling/Christmas sing-along some hot cocoa before jumping events for the first two weeks of aboard the Candy Cane December.

Express. The ride includes The concerts are set to take open or enclosed passenger place at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9, at coaches, which will be pulled the Acorn Theater in Three Oaks by the museum’s newly restored and 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 12, Plymouth Locomotive Works at the Church of the Mediator in #4 for a 20-minute scenic ride through the surrounding woods Harbert. Both concerts are free and farmlands. and open to the public.

Guests are invited to give “Our theme for this year is ‘An a new, unwrapped toy to US International Christmas,’” said Marine Corps Toys for Tots Cindy Dryden, founder and director and receive a free train ticket of Harbor Country Singers. “We (suggested value of toy is invite you to enjoy an evening of more than $6). Volunteers of Christmas carols from around the the Hesston Steam Museum world, some of them familiar and are very proud to support this some not-so-familiar.” worthy cause. Guests can bring “The carols follow many the toy for donation to the ticket booth to receive a train different styles, sounds and ticket. instrumentations. Like the holiday Meanwhile, Santa will be itself, this is an event for the waiting for children’s Christmas whole family, and we hope it will wish lists in a 1900s era railroad become a family tradition,” she caboose, where parents are added. invited to take photos of him Dryden noted that this year is with their children at no charge. the third annual Christmas concert HENDERSON The caboose’s wood stove will program that is being presented by warm the winter air as families the Singers. prepare to visit with him.

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2019 Miss Heart, Miss Teen Blossomtime begin their royal reign

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n Saturday, November 17th, Natalie Davis from Dowagiac received the honor of representing her community as the 2019 Miss Heart in front a full house at St. Joseph High School.

The Miss Heart Pageant originated in 1992 offering young women living in communities that do no host a hometown pageant the opportunity to compete for the title of Miss Blossomtime.

Some of these communities are: Allegan, Decatur, Dowagiac, Paw Paw, Covert, Fennville, Lawton, Mattawan, Marcellus, Three Rivers, Vicksburg and surrounding communities in Southwest Michigan.

As Miss Heart, Natalie will join her sister queens competing for more than $20,000 in scholarships in the Miss /Mr. Blossomtime Pageants. The 2019 pageants will be held March 10 and 11 at Lake Michigan College, Mendel Center.

Natalie is currently enrolled at Southwestern 2019 Miss Teen Paige Albright Michigan College, where she is working toward her nursing degree. She plans to transfer to a university to finish her nursing degree and become a neonatal nurse. Natalie was All-Conference Honorable Mention for volleyball from the 10th -12th grades in high school and graduated with honors. Natalie is the daughter of Wendy and Jim Davis of Dowagiac, Michigan.

Earning the title of First Runner-up and Miss Congeniality is Jessica Schoff from Dowagiac. Jessica is currently enrolled at Southwestern Michigan College, where she plans to get certified in phlebotomy then work her way up to being an anesthesiologist.

2019 Miss Heart Natalie Davis Jessica has awards from competitive cheer, soccer and softball. She has two Bravo awards from 4-H along with Best of Show and a third place on her Market Duck. Jessica is the daughter of Sheri and Paul Schoff of Dowagiac, Michigan.

Earning the title of Second Runner-Up is Makaela Castaneda from Dowagiac.

Makaela is currently enrolled at Lake Michigan College and Southwestern Michigan College and plans to get her associate degree in medical assisting and hopes to be able to intern at Southwestern Medical Clinic. She was a two-year MVP for cheerleading, second team all-conference award and Honorable Mention all-district award and a first-place cheer award. She received her 10-year award in 4-H and had a Reserve Champion Mini-lop. Mikaela is the daughter of Kamoka and Guadalupe Castaneda of Dowagiac.

Earning a finalist title to Miss Heart is Alanna Smith from Dowagiac. After high school, Alanna plans to attend Southwestern Michigan College to obtain her degree in Elementary Education and then transfer to Ferris State. Upon completing this degree, she plans to go to Indiana Bible College to obtain a bachelor’s degree in Worship Ministries. She would also like to continue to help promote literacy with the First Books for Kids St. Joseph County reading team and help her mom start a group in Michigan. Alanna is the daughter of Tearsa and Robert Smith of Dowagiac.

Also competing for the title of Miss Teen Blossomtime that evening were 10 contestants ranging in ages from 13 to 15.

Crowned Miss Teen Blossomtime 2019 was Paige Albright. Paige attends Edwardsburg High School and after high school, would like to be an orthodontist.

She plans to attend Michigan State University and then enter dental school to apply to an orthodontics specialty program. Paige has earned the Academic Excellence Award 2018 (the highest academic award granted by Edwardsburg High School) and served on the Ronald McDonald House Teen Board from 2015 to 1016. She is currently on the varsity girls’ basketball team and plays AAU travel basketball, tennis and swimming. She is the daughter of Reegan and Philip Albright of Niles, Michigan.

Crowned First Runner-up to Miss Teen Blossomtime 2019 was Madison Jackson, daughter of Eric and Tiffany Jackson. Crowned Second Runner-up was Hailey Drew, daughter of Courtney Granzow of St. Joseph and James Drew of Bridgman, Michigan. Crowned Miss Congeniality was Claire Caplea, daughter of Kim and Casey Caplea of Stevensville, Michigan.

Tying into the 2019 Festival theme “America, the Places You’ll Go,” the pageant theme was “Arizona, The Grand Canyon State.” The chairman of Miss Heart was Thalia Bertuca and the chairman for Miss Teen Blossomtime was Michelle Ellis.

Zack East emceed the pageant. — STAFF REPORTS

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2018 2019 Miss Jr. Teen Alexis Garlanger

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his year, there were 41 children between the ages of 6 and 12 who competed Saturday, Nov. 17, for the titles of Blossomtime Bud Prince and Princess and Miss Jr. Teen Blossomtime at the St. Joseph High School Auditorium.

Tying into the 2019 Blossomtime Theme, “America, the Places You’ll Go,” the contestants performed a dance choreographed by Cammie Hernandez of Connie Cassidy School of Dance to the song “You’re Welcome” from the movie “Moana.”

Pageant Chairmen Kim Hauch and Melissa Vegter created a beautiful stage and show. The pageant was emceed by Lindsay Zvonar.

The 2019 Bud Princess is Lily Goodson. First runner-up is Daniyah Watson and second runner-up is Karsyn Jacobs.

The daughter of Lisa and David Goodson, 9-year-old Lily attends Redwood Elementary and resides in Hartford. Lily enjoys going on vacation up north with her family, making slime and playing softball.

Daniyah is 8 years old and attends Brown School Elementary. The daughter of Nicole Crenshaw and David Watson, she resides in Benton Harbor and enjoys game nights with her family, reading and cooking with her mom.

Karsyn Jacobs is 9 years old and attends Coloma Intermediate. The daughter of Loretta and Tony Jacobs, she resides in Coloma and enjoys family talk at the dinner table, going on vacation and playing softball.

The 2019 Bud Prince is Adam Sobottke. First runner-up is Zachary Iwaniuk and second runner-up is Jacob Antes.

Adam is an 8-year-old at Lake Michigan Catholic. His parents are Melissa and Phil Sobottke. He resides in St. Joseph and enjoys riding bikes and vacations out west, Boys Scouts and swimming.

Zachary is 6 years old and attends Eastside Connections. His parents are Jennifer and Rory Iwaniuk. A resident of Niles, Zachary enjoys going camping, ice hockey and shooting his bow and arrow.

Jacob is 6 years old and attends Redwood Elementary. The son of Tiffany and Jacob Antes, he resides in Hartford and enjoys playing boards games with his family, fishing and playing video games.

The 2019 Miss Jr. Teen Blossomtime is Alexis Garlanger. First Runnerup is Karma Brister and second runner-up is Sydney Denison.

Alexis is 12 years old and attends Eastside Connections. The daughter of Jennifer Iwaniuk and Brandon Garlanger, she resides in Niles. Alexis participates in travel softball and basketball and enjoys crafts and doing people’s hair.

Karma is 11 years old and attends Upton Middle School. The daughter of Schrelle and Jason Brister, she resides in Benton Harbor. Karma participates in cheerleading and dance and enjoys reading and dancing.

Sydney is 11 years old and attends Buchanan Middle School. The daughter of Stacey and Sean Denison, she resides in Buchanan. Sydney participates in dance, pottery classes and floor hockey and enjoys crafting and making movies.

The Blossomtime Festival Bud Prince and Princess and Jr. Teen will take an active role in the Festival by serving as Grand Marshals of the Youth Parade and Shoe Box Parade, riding on the Bud Prince and Princess/ Jr. Teen Float in the Blossomtime Grand Floral Parade Saturday, May 4, 2019, and will participate in many other Blossomtime events, including the Coronation Ball, the Blessing of the Blossoms, and attending many community pageants and being introduced on stage at the Miss Blossomtime Pageant March 11, 2019. — STAFF REPORTS

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ometimes being a Bears fan isn’t exactly the easiest thing in the world.

The last decade has not been kind, to say the least. Multiple last place finishes, unimaginative coaching, poor quarterbacking, and playing in the same division as the Vikings, Packers, and Lions has resulted in much more frustration than joy.

This year, of course, things have been a whole lot better. As the holidays were approaching, the Bears were in first place, the coaching staff and the quarterback were good and getting better, and, for the first time in many years, the team was in first place after the first 10 games of the season. Then, strange things began to happen. First, because the Bears were playing so well, the league moved its game against the Vikings from Sunday afternoon to Sunday night. Usually that would not be a problem, but the Bears were already going to play on short rest because they were playing the Lions in Detroit on Thanksgiving morning. So, they had to beat the Vikings (which they did) to stay in first place. Near the end of the game, one of the Vikings hit our quarterback illegally and he didn’t have enough time to recuperate, so we had to play the Lions with our second-string signal caller (which is most often a recipe for disaster).

So, the first place Bears took on the Lions with the shortest amount of time between games in the history of the NFL and with their second-string quarterback. Not many Bear fans would have been disappointed if they lost but as usual, we hoped for the best. But wait - there was one more obstacle to overcome. The game was scheduled to begin at 11:30 a.m. and my brother-in-law had dinner scheduled for 1:30. Once again, I was facing the perils of fandom.

As dinner began, the score was tied. I positioned myself at the far end of the table, across the table from another big fan, and hid my phone behind the stuffing so I could follow along. Unfortunately, when the Bears scored the go-ahead touchdown, my fellow fan cheered and yelled across the table to his son. This gave away our secret and we were scolded for having our phones out during dinner. While I agree that phones should be put away during meals, these were extenuating circumstances. I quickly ate and hurried off to the kids table to see how they were doing before sneaking off to see Kyle Fuller intercept a pass in the end zone to secure the victory for the Bears. The second-string quarterback, Chase Daniel, played magnificently, and the team held onto first place in their division by a game and a half. The icing on the cake was watching the Packers lose to the Vikings Sunday night, virtually eliminating their chances of making the playoffs.

Life is good. Da Bears.

A famous boxer from yesteryear, Jack Dempsey, said “A champion is someone who gets up when he can’t.” Be careful out there. Make good choices. Keep smiling. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.

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Karaoke with royalty, fill Santa’s sleigh at Dooley’s

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embers of the community are invited to fill Santa’s sleigh and karaoke with local royalty and karaoke host T. Rock Entertainment at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, at Dooley’s Lake House Pub. Members of the Miss/Mr. New Buffalo Scholarship Pageant will be having a toy/gift drive for local children and families in need. Items that are being sought are toys, makeup, socks (boot, athletic and basketball), scarves, gloves, hats, nail polish and hair accessories for children of all ages.

Members of New Buffalo royalty are hoping to fill a large, homemade Christmas sleigh, which was recently seen cruising down North Whittaker Street during last weekend’s annual Christmas parade.

For more information, contact Angela Dupre at (601) 323-6098. Dooley’s Lake House Pub is located at 310 W. Buffalo St. in New Buffalo and can be contacted at (269)469-2247 or www.dooleyslakehouse.com. — STAFF REPORTS

Blain’s Farm & Fleet shares winter home maintenance tips

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interizing your home can save you cash and make your winter considerably more comfortable and relaxing. Make sure your home is ready for another Midwest winter with these winter home maintenance tips from Blain’s Farm & Fleet.

Here are a few tips from Blain’s Farm & Fleet to help keep your home warm and your family safe this winter: CHECK AND SEAL ALL OF YOUR WINDOWS AND DOORS: A sturdy, tight window or door lock is key to keeping the frame pressed tightly into the window sill or door jamb. This tight seal will keep warm air from escaping and will help save you money on your heating bill. Look for air leaks around your windows and doors. If you need to insulate them, Blain’s Farm & Fleet recommends the 3M Indoor Window Insulator Kit. Also, make sure the caulking around your doors and windows is sufficient to reduce the heat loss that occurs during winter.

INSPECT YOUR HOME FOR WATER LEAKS: Check all the faucets, appliances and pipes for any leaks. (Helpful tip: leave a paper towel around the outside of your dishwasher while it’s in use to see if there are any leaks.)

PROTECT YOUR HOME’S PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FROM COLD WEATHER: A key part of winterizing your home is making sure your plumbing doesn’t freeze. Exposed pipes are most vulnerable to freezing. Your pipes should be well insulated with Polyethylene Tube Pipe Insulation or heat tape to keep them warm. You can protect your outdoor faucets with an M-D Outdoor Faucet Cover. These two steps only take a few minutes of your time and will save you from dealing with a busted pipe from the cold temperature.

PERFORM REGULAR MAINTENANCE ON YOUR HEATING SYSTEM: The most important factor when winterizing your home is making sure your house is warm, safe and ready for the winter ahead. Make sure you have your heating system checked, and replace your furnace filter to allow the system to work most efficiently. Inspect and clean any dust from your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Change batteries if necessary.

Winterizing your home properly can help prevent you from dealing with any unexpected and inconvenient disasters down the road. — STAFF REPORTS

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The Produce Safety Risk Assessment (PSRA) is completed by a Produce Safety Technician and the Farm Operator and is completely confidential, voluntary and free. All information will stay on the farm and is to be used for educational purposes for the operation. A PSRA can be requested by any grower regardless of acres, produce output, income and method of distribution. On average, they can help gauge the level of produce safety risks on the farm within a couple hours. The off-season is a great time to take advantage of a risk assessment. An assessment can be requested by contacting the conservation district at (269) 471-9111 ext. 3 or by emailing the Produce Safety Technician, Victoria Toney, at Victoria.Toney@ macd.org.

An On-farm Readiness Review (OFRR) is a confidential, free and voluntary program that helps to assess the grower’s readiness for a state inspection. If you have a farm that has an annual gross income of more than $25,000 on a three-year average of fresh produce sales, you may have to comply with the Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule. The Produce Safety Technician will have updated information regarding mandatory grower trainings and can help conduct an OFRR. An OFRR is something the farm can initiate with the Produce Safety Technician or by request by sending an e-mail to ofrr@msu. edu. For best results, the OFRR’s should take place during harvest of at least one type of produce being grown on the farm. This will ensure an adequate measure is taken on the farm’s readiness.

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2018 Everyone enjoys the tree at Lions Park Saturday evening

Chef Jackie Shen (far right) helps young chefs create a gingerbread house at Jackie’s Cafe

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A Cathi Rogers has a turn with Santa at Rosie’s Restaurant

Members of the 2019 New Buffalo Royal Court ride atop their Christmas float down North Whittaker Street Saturday afternoon

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Alexis Dickey hangs out with Sissy in the Michiana Humane Society car before Saturday afternoon’s parade

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sleigh with a whitebecome a time-honored attraction bearded passenger for visitors who are in the vicinity inside it who was clad of New Buffalo the weekend in a handsome red following the Thanksgiving holiday. suit, shiny black boots Jason Jones of Chicago said that and a red-and-white knit hat with last Saturday’s parade marked a white pom-pom attached to its his family’s sixth year of viewing end was descending upon North it while visiting their home in Whittaker Street the afternoon of neighboring Long Beach, Indiana.

Saturday, Nov. 24 – and the people “We come up from Chicago, of New Buffalo were ready. spend Thanksgiving (in Long Members of New Buffalo royalty, Beach), and then hit the parade,” he who had said. “We come silver crowns here every year encircling – it’s tradition.” the tops of Earlier, Santa’s figure their heads, was spotted climbed aboard towering over a sleigh-float diners through that was decked the windows out in all the of Rosie’s glittery holiday Restaurant trimmings – in downtown white garland New Buffalo. wrapped around Waylon Kehoe takes his turn on Santa’s As a blanket of its edges; crisp, lap at Rosie’s Restuarant darkness crept red-and-white candy canes hanging along its sides; out from beneath the edges of the beachfront, Santa (with the help of an evergreen Christmas tree with New Buffalo Business Association red and gold balls hanging from its production manager Cathi Rogers), branches perched atop one corner led the crowd in a final countdown of it. Humans tried to control their to the city’s tree-lighting at Lion’s “reindogs” (who were outfitted Park. in their own festive ensembles) with leashes as they strolled down hristmas events were North Whittaker Street. A crowd taking place all over of spectators lined the sidewalks New Buffalo that day. within the downtown, awaiting the Inside Elsie Earl’s jolly old elf’s arrival.

Studios, visitors could The excitement was palpable make some handmade holiday in every nook and cranny of the decorations and engage in some 3-D downtown when everyone’s eyes printing. At Jackie’s Café, young fell on the guest of honor: Santa chefs-in-training were led by chef Claus, riding a New Buffalo City Jackie Shen in attaching yummy fire truck bound for Lion’s Park. embellishments - gummy worms, Upon arriving at his destination, candy canes, and Smarties - to Santa parked himself in a chair at Lions Park Pavilion and let children gingerbread creations.

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The New Buffalo Schools Choir leads the crowd in Christmas caroling next to the newly lit tree at Lions Park

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t was like bees in a hive from the buzz of people swarming a Christmas tree farm between Three Oaks and Galien on the first day of the holiday season.

Many customers at Pinecrest Christmas Tree Farm like John Marshall took a tree home to the Chicago suburbs on their way back from Thanksgiving in Michigan.

Marshall of Peotone said his sister for several years has brought a tree home to Tinley Park from Pinecrest and recommended he give it a try.

“We’ll be back every year from now on. It’s just fantastic,’’ he said.

The spirit of the season was thriving not just from the constant stream of horse drawn wagons making round trips into the hilly terrain for people to select and return with a fresh tree.

A heavy scent of pine graced the 45 degree air where trunks were trimmed and trees bundled for the ride home.

The gift shop was also jammed with customers buying and browsing merchandise over a cup of cider or some other hot beverage.

Chris and Shelley Harris always stop at a different tree farm in Michigan with their children on the way back to Park Ridge at Thanksgiving from East Lansing.

They decided on Pinecrest from their Google searches and went home more than impressed.

“They have quite an operation,’’ she said.

Gavin Ales of Bridgman is on break at Angelo State University in Texas.

This is his third holiday season working at the farm.

“It’s good to see family and all of my friends back home,’’ Ales said.

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he Christmas season is underway in Three Oaks.

The downtown kicked things off with the annual Snowflake Stroll, with family-fun activities and shopping, Saturday, Nov. 24.

Local stores stayed open late to give shoppers an early start on holiday shopping.

The lighted parade led the way to Carver Park for the lighting of the village’s Christmas tree.

The River Valley Ministerial Association sponsored this year’s lighting of the large evergreen near the corner of Oak and Ash streets.

While the lighting and carols drew applause from the gathered crowd, one private event drew more applause. Three Oaks resident Andrew McLaughlin proposed to Jaimie Radford of Edwardsburg under the tree. She said “yes” in front of family and friends.

Meanwhile, caroling began under the park pavilion as children lined up to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. The Christmas couple visited with everyone before heading back to the North Pole to prepare for Santa’s big trip in a few weeks.

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ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 Out of the blue travel opportunities and bright ideas will make you feel excited about life this week.

You may have work past some blockages you have placed upon yourself before you can fully embrace these opportunities, but you will be eager to try new things and travel to new places.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 You are serious about getting pampered this week.

Anything luxurious, soft and cozy has your name on it.

Beyond material comforts, you are ready to talk with partners about what you need and where you want things to go. If you feel you will waiver or not make your point, write things down; make a list.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20 This is a great week to hammer out any relationship difficulties you may be experiencing.

Get domestic and financial obligations worked out, or at least get things out on the table, and start talking about who is responsible for what. Friends may expose some of your weaker points.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 Ferocious determination, intense purpose and a strong resolve are key phrases for Scorpio this week.

Things may not go super smooth right now, but this is a great time to investigate where you want to end up and what you need to do to get there. There are some great job opportunities coming in now.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 Take the time to streamline daily routines and address any health issues or bad habits that are creating distractions from your productivity. You may also feel that there is a bit of a power discrepancy in your relationships and you will make moves to change this, but it’s not going to change overnight.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 There is a strong need for changing your appearance or personal style this week, but you would be better to stay away from permanent changes to your image, at least for now.

This is a better week for researching what you would like to do, rather than doing it.

Wait a month before doing anything drastic.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 Be sure to hammer out more efficient daily routines this week, as there is a lot on the agenda. Revisit any past work issues you may have had and use your creative powers to come up with real working solutions. By taking more pride in your work, you will turnout a more polished product.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 Get active with friends or group activities but guard against being overly forceful, competitive, or pushy. Do things that bring people together rather than engaging in activities that divide or compare people’s weaknesses.

Be careful that the things you say don’t undermine others’ sense of self-worth.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 You will be a bit overly protective of your creations and ideas. There is an element of holding others back or smothering them this week because you feel like you are obligated to protect them or keep them from experiencing pain. Understand that emotional loss can be a good catalyst for change.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 It’s hard to believe, but you may be the voice of reason this week. Your ability to combine your rational, logical approach with emotional intuitive power will make you a very wise counselor. Generally, you focus solely on the obvious, but you have a knack for seeing the hidden factors now.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 You will be much more vocal and expressive this week. Writing is especially highlighted now, giving you the ability to reach a larger audience. Helping siblings and recommitting to family traditions is also a strong vibe this week. Saying what is necessary provides guidance for those in the dark.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 Get into study mode this week. It’s all about broadening the mind and pursuing things that will expand over time. This may not be the time to actually go after something, but it is the time to investigate, research and examine your different options.

It’s also good time reevaluate your finances.

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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. 33 N. North Thompson. New Buffalo.

EVERY FRIDAY

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

EVERY SATURDAY

YOGA AT THE PARK 9AM. New Buffalo Township.

EVERY 2ND & 3RD SATURDAY NEW TROY FLEA MARKET 9AM-3PM. New Troy Community Center.

13372 California Rd. New Troy.

Admission is free.

THROUGH SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15

GNOME ON THE ROAM HUNT Throughout New Buffalo.

Spot the “gnome” and qualify to win a holiday basket. Search at participating businesses in New Buffalo.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30

ANN HAMPTON CALAWAY- DIVA POWER 6:30PM VIP. 8:30PM show. Acorn Theater.

Tickets are $45. VIP tickets are $125.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1-2 & 8-9

CANDY CANE EXPRESS 9AM. Hesston Steam Museum. 1201 E 1000 N. Hesston, IN. Trains will roll at noon. Bring a toy worth $6 or more to donate to Toys for Tots and receive a

THE NUTCRACKER 1PM and 4:30PM. New Buffalo Performing Arts Center. 1112 E Clay St. New Buffalo.

Presented by the Southold Dance Theater, “The Nutcracker” will feature Harbor Country students. Sponsored by The Pokagon Fund.

Free admission for residents of New Buffalo, Chikaming and Three Oaks townships.

M&R RUSH HOLIDAY PARTY: BETWEEN THE LINES TOUR 7:30PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets are $20.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2

TEDDY BEAR TEA 1-3PM. Marina Grand Resort.

600 W Water St. New Buffalo.

Young guests can enjoy a magical afternoon of giving, snacking and dancing, with live entertainment from The Wacky World of Dave Rudolf. The cost is $10 per person with an unwrapped toy for a Toys for Tots donation.

For information, contact 269-469-9900.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7

FIRST FRIDAY’S ART WALK 5-9PM CST. N Franklin St. Michigan City.

Art Galleries, shops and boutiques along North Franklin Street are open until 8PM. Move to the beat at the Lubeznik Center. Music begins at 5:30PM. in the Hyndman Gallery in the midst of the “Warhol: Icon & Influence” exhibition.

Free admission and cash bar.

TOBY KEITH TRIBUTE:

BY MADE IN AMERICA 8PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets are $30.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8-9

ANNUAL ST. MARY OF THE LAKE CHRISTMAS BLAST! Cookie Sale & Bazaar Saturday, 4 - 8 PM (EDT) & Sunday, 10 AM - 5 PM (EDT) SANTA will make an appearance on Saturday at 6 PM (EDT). Christmas Concert Sunday at 3PM (EDT) ... all are invited.

FOURTH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS COOKIE SALE AND BAZAAR 4-8PM SAT. 10AM-5PM SUN. St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church. 718 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo.

Shop for handcrafted items and cookie trays.

Santa will make an appearance on Saturday

at 6PM. There will be a 3PM Christmas concert on Sunday.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8

CELEBRATE CHIKAMING HOLIDAY CAROLS AND LIGHTS 4:30PM. Lakeside Gazebo. Lakeside Road and Red Arrow Highway. Lakeside.

The free event will feature refreshments and caroling.

MISS/MR. NEW BUFFALO SCHOLARSHIP PAGEANT TOY AND GIFT DRIVE 7PM. Dooley’s Lake House Pub. 310 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo.

Enjoy an evening of karaoke while donating toys to local families. Contact Angela Dupre at 601-323-6098.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9 & WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12

HARBOR COUNTRY SINGERS PRESENTS: AN INTERNATIONAL CHRISTMAS FEATURING CAROLS FROM AROUND THE WORLD Acorn Theatre in Three Oaks, Sunday December 9 at 2PM. Church of the Mediator in Harbert. Wednesday, December 12 at 7PM.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12

NEW BUFFALO SERVICE LEAGUE 6:30PM. Timothy’s 16409 Red Arrow Hwy. Union Pier.

If you are interested in attending the dinner or joining the organization, call Nancy Gino at 269469-1364 or Paula Dudiak at 269-426-3431.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14

BERGAMOT: A SOUTH SHORE CHRISTMAS 7PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets are $30.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15

HOWARD LEVY AND CORKY SIEGEL 6PM Meet & Greet. 8PM Show. Acorn Theater.

Tickets are $30. Meet & Greet $50.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21

CLASSICAL BLAST: DARK SIDE OF THE YULE 8PM. Acorn Theater.

General Seating $25. Under 16 $20.

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, NOVEMBER 29, 2018

VISIT WITH SANTA • Family Fun • festive treats

TEDDY BEAR TEA MARINA GRAND RESORT Sunday • December 2 • 1-3pm EST

$10 PER PERSON WITH AN UNWRAPPED TOYS FOR TOTS DONATION Put on your best holiday gear, grab your favorite stuffed animal and experience a magical afternoon of giving, snacking and dancing.

ENTERTAINMENT The Wacky World of Dave Rudolf

RESERVATIONS

Call 269.469.9900

SPONSORED BY

Marina Grand Resort & The Harbor Grand Hotel