Bridgman Michigan 2015 Business & Visitors Guide

Table of Contents Welcome Letter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Helpful Resources & Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Business Locator Maps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11 Local Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13 Local Produce, U-Picks & Farmstands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15 Wine Trail Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17 Welcome to Wine Country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 It’s Not Just For Summer Anymore! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 A Great Place To Visit... A Fabulous Place to Call Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-21 A Brief History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23 Bridgman Public Library & Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25 Member Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-29 Advertisers Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 GREATER BRIDGMAN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & GROWTH ALLIANCE™ BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2015 269-465-4413 • www.lake2grapes.com • director@lake2grapes.com

Officers: President:

Tim Kading, Assistant Manager of the City of Bridgman

Vice President:

Brett Boyd, Owner of Classic Catering & Events, Beachtown Grille

Treasurer:

Bob Clark, Treasurer at Lake Township

Secretary:

Pat Heyn, Lake Township

Directors: Dorothea Crocker, City of Bridgman Todd Dockerty, Chief Operating Officer at Woodland Terrace Georgia Gipson, Banking Officer at Edgewater Bank Katie Lemon, Whirlpool Corp. and Lemon Creek Farm & Winery Bob Liskey, Owner of Liskey Insurance Marty Mason, Owner of Sunset Tool Beth McNeil, Owner of Paws to Wash Steve Parsons, City of Bridgman Planning Commission Chairman Shane Peters, Superintendent of Bridgman Public Schools Charles Stein, Financial Advisor at Edward Jones Jim Stine, Lake Township

About This Guide: This guide is published by The Greater Bridgman Area Chamber of Commerce & Growth Alliance. Every effort is made in this publication for accuracy. The Bridgman Chamber, and Fusion Design Group LTD, assume no responsibility for errors or omissions that may have occurred. Event dates are accurate at the time of publication, however, businessess and organizations may change their schedules or information. Check in advance to confirm dates and times. All hours listed are Eastern time unless otherwise specified.

The 2015 The Greater Bridgman Area Chamber of Commerce & Growth Alliance Visitors Guide was designed by Tim Rogers, Creative Director, Fusion Design Group, Ltd. (see ad on page 30). Fusion provides professional graphic design, website design and development, marketing, search engine optimization, social-mobile media, e-commerce, corporate branding, PR & internet marketing to clients throughout the country. Their philosophy is simple: provide effective marketing materials paired with dynamic web, social/mobile internet solutions to help grow your business.

269-469-8226, www.fusiondg.com.

Special thanks to contributing photographers: Weko Beach Campground, Bob Clark, Tim Kading & The City of Bridgman

Welcome to Bridgman!

President’s Letter: Welcome To the Lake to Grapes Region!

Published as a free resource by the Greater Bridgman Area Chamber of Commerce & Growth Alliance (CGA), this guide represents the Greater Bridgman area business community, the City of Bridgman, Lake Township, and the entire “Lake To Grapes” region. As President of the CGA and on behalf of those we represent, thank you for holding this guide in your hands and taking the time to read these pages and learn more about all the great things we have to offer visitors, residents, and businesses throughout the region.

Lake to Grapes is about playing in the surf and sun of Lake Michigan and hiking through sand and dune grass, cruising through our downtowns enjoying the many restaurants, wineries, breweries, shops and boutiques – it’s about sunsets and quiet drives through the countryside, listening to wildlife and smelling the ripening grapes and hops in the air. It’s also about the opportunity to start or build your business, to practice your livelihood in a great location with easy access to the rest of the world. It’s about getting the job done and having a clean, safe, and relaxing place to come home to each night.

So welcome to our place, from the Lake to the Grapes! On behalf of the CGA Board of Directors and our business community, thank you for your patronage.

Sincerely, Tim Kading CGA President

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Photo: Bob Clark

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Helpful Resources and Information GREATER BRIDGMAN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & GROWTH ALLIANCE P.O. Box 871 Bridgman, MI 49106 Email: director@lake2grapes.com Web: www.lake2grapes.com Ph: 269-465-4413

PUBLIC SAFETY For Any Emergency Dial 911 Local Police: City of Bridgman 269-465-3880 Baroda/Lake Township 269-465-3258 Berrien County Sheriff 269-983-7111 Michigan State Police 269-683-4411 FBI 269-982-0390 ATF 800-800-3855 DEA 616-458-0616 Local Fire Departments: City of Bridgman 269-465-3803

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Lake Township 269-465-6351 Baroda Village & Township 269-422-6900 U.S. Coast Guard South Haven 269-982-1986 Ambulance Service Medic 1 269-925-2141 Poison Control 800-222-1222 HOSPITAL EMERGENCY ROOM: Lakeland Regional Medical Center 1234 Napier Avenue, St. Joseph, MI Phone: 269-983-8300 Web: www.lakelandhealth.org LOCAL HOSPITAL: Lakeland Regional Medical Center 1234 Napier Avenue, St. Joseph, MI Phone: 269-983-8300 Web: www.lakelandhealth.org LOCAL NON-EMERGENCY HEALTHCARE RESOURCES: Southwestern Medical Clinic Walk-in-Clinic (no appt necessary) M-F 8am-8pm, Sat 8am-1pm 5515 Cleveland Avenue Stevensville, MI 49127 Phone: 269-429-9644 www.swmc.com

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

BERRIEN COUNTY GOVERNMENT

CITY OF BRIDGMAN City Hall 9765 Maple Street Bridgman, MI 49106 Web: www.bridgman.org Ph: 269-465-5144 City Manager, Juan Ganum jganum@bridgman.org

County Administration Center 701 Main Street St. Joseph, MI 49085 Ph: 269-983-7111 Web: www.berriencounty.org

LAKE CHARTER TOWNSHIP Township Hall 3220 Shawnee Road Bridgman, MI 49106 Web: www.lake-township.org Ph: 269-465-6601

Governor: Rick Snyder

Township Supervisor, John Gast jwgast@lake-township.org

District 79 Rep. Al Pscholka 888-656-0079

VILLAGE OF BARODA Village Hall 9091 First Street Baroda, MI 49101 Web: www.barodavillage.org Ph: 269-422-1779 clerk@barodavillage.org

District 78 Rep. Dave Pagel 888-373-0078

BARODA TOWNSHIP Township Hall 9091 First Street, Baroda, MI 49101 Web: www.barodatownship.org Ph: 269-422-2300 Township Supervisor, Jim Brow barodasupv@parrett.net

District 6 U.S. Congressman Fred Upton 269-982-1986 www.upton.house.gov

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AREA REPRESENTATIVES IN STATE GOVERNMENT:

District 21 Senator John Proos 517-373-6960

AREA REPRESENTATIVES IN FEDERAL GOVERNMENT:

OTHER RESOURCES

POST OFFICES

VETERANS

MICHIGAN SECRETARY OF STATE: Ph: 888-767-6424

Bridgman, 49106 9655 Maplewood Ave. 269-465-6116

American Legion Post 331 4241 Legion Street, Bridgman Hall Rentals Available 269-465-6885

Local Offices:

Baroda, 49101 1368 South St. 269-422-1888

American Legion Post 345 9214 First Street, Baroda 269-422-2647

1960 Mall Drive, Benton Harbor 110 E. Main Street, Niles 269-684-3531

LOCAL UTILITIES Indiana Michigan Power (Electric) 800-311-6424 Michigan Gas Utilities 800-624-2019 Frontier Communications (Telephone) www.frontier.com Comcast (Cable) www.comcast.com Call before you dig!

Miss Dig – Call 811

Sawyer, 49125 5835 Sawyer Road 269-426-4333 Stevensville, 49127 5888 S. Cleveland Ave. 269-429-3452 BRIDGMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY 4460 Lake St. (at Baldwin Rd.) 269-465-3663 BRIDGMAN PUBLIC SCHOOLS 9964 Gast Road, Bridgman Ph: 269-465-5432 Web: www.bridgmanschools.com Information and Referral Service for Health and Human Service Agencies Call 211

CHILDREN Child & Family Services of SW MI 888-237-1891 269-925-1725

OTHER HELPFUL HOTLINES Al-Anon/Alcoholics Anonymous 269-349-4410 Alzheimer’s Association 800-272-3900 American Diabetes Association 800-342-2383 American Cancer Society of Michigan 800-723-0360 Arthritis Foundation MI Chapter 800/968-3030 Autism Society of Michigan 800-223-6722 Child Abuse & Neglect Parent Helpline 800-942-4357 Child Care Resources 800-343-3470

Consumer Protection Agency 877-765-8388 Gambler’s Anonymous 888-424-3577 Mental Health 24-Hour Crisis Line 800-922-1418 MI Adult Abuse Hotline 800-996-6228 Michigan Road Conditions 800-381-8477 National Child Abuse Hotline 800-4A-CHILD National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-SAFE National Runaway Switchboard 800-621-4000 Runaway Assistance Helpline 800-RUNAWAY National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-TALK Senior Info-Line 800-654-2810 Youth Crisis Hotline 800-422-0009

SENIORS River Valley Senior Center 13321 Red Arrow Hwy Harbert, MI 49115 www.edwardjones.com

Make your financial future a priority.

Charles M Stein Financial Advisor .

4221 Lake Street Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-4606 www.edwardjones.com

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Dining The Bridgman area offers a diverse medley of unique locallyowned and operated eateries, with food to please every palate, from full service dining to eating on the run, we’ve got choices for every lifestyle.

Street, Mikey’s feels like a scene from “American Graffiti,” where you can test your digestion with a famous half-pound “Mikey Burger” eaten over the steering wheel, at a cozy inside booth or lounging at an outside picnic table.

Chow On The Beach!

Chow Diner Style!

The Beach Town Grill, run by popular, local accomplished restaurateur and caterer, Classic Catering offers hot and cold summertime favorites to eat in or take down to the water for an alfresco view! Either way, you cannot beat the closeup view of Lake Michigan’s gorgeous beach, lakefront, and sunsets.

Olympus, another local family-owned restaurant, is wellknown for their widely diverse menu featuring high-quality home cooking with many Greek favorites including gyros and homemade baklava.

Chow In Wine Country!

The Baroda Tap & Grille in downtown Baroda is surrounded by several unique and amazing wineries and is a great place to relax and choose from a robust full-service menu. Offering a full bar, you can pair your dinner with the perfect adult beverage of your choice.

Chow In Your Car! Mikey’s Drive-In Restaurant is a classic nostalgic drive-in dining experience complete with carhops and classic foodie favorites. Located just off Red Arrow Highway north of Lake

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Lydia’s Down Home Cooking is another hometown favorite with a focus on fresh ingredients and homemade soups – their cabbage soup is a hit with many of the locals.

Chow Deli Style!

Craving a Chicago Style Hot Dog? Needing an Italian Beef?

Check out these and other popular deli and cookout style offerings, along with ice cream, at Rochefort’s The Next Generation, home of the “Mad Max” and “Chubby Cheeks” burgers.

Chow Chinese!

China Café offers visitors an anticipated Chinese food experience, complete with speedy takeout, indoor dining, and

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a weekday lunch buffet. With a menu serving up popular dishes from every region of China, Chinese food fans won’t be disappointed!

of both breakfast and dinner items, fresh fruit and desserts, and vegetarian-friendly choices! All this for $11.95 ($9.95 for seniors).

Chow In Grand Style!

Chow With Sports!

Celebrate with food and drink at D’Agostino’s Navajo where patrons can choose to eat in the formal dining room or relax in the lounge with multiple televisions displaying the latest sporting events.

Looking for the traditional bar-and-sports experience? We’ve got that too, at the Get-A-Way Grill & Cubby Bar. Not just for Cubs fans, diners can find all kinds of sports and all kinds of sports teams airing at any time, and patrons can also enjoy live entertainment on the weekends.

For a fine dining experience, visit the newest high-end eatery in downtown Bridgman, Lake Street Eats.

Chow With A Crowd...Or For A Crowd!

If you’ve got a big hungry group that needs to be fed at a place of your choosing, call on Classic Catering & Events. The team at Classic can accommodate the needs of virtually any size crowd and event. Put them to work on your party and their innovative menus, years of experience and variety of rental items will make your event a sure hit.

Look no further than Pebblewood Banquet Hall to schedule your private party or treat the whole family to their Sunday Brunch from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Karen’s brunch offers crowd favorites like fresh omelets and waffles, a wide variety

Chow On The Run (Or In Your Pj’s)!

If you love to cook, you’ll have no problem finding all the ingredients for everything from a beachside snack to a gourmet meal. Fill a cart at Harding’s Friendly Market, or pick your own produce from the array of farm stands and u-picks throughout the region, such as Rambo and Jones’ Blueberry Farms, Hartlines Harvest Stand, and wineries throughout the region (learn more on pages 14 & 15). Of course you’ll have no problem finding the right wine to accompany every course of your meal. Learn more on pages 18 & 19, and find them all on the Lake Michigan Shore Wine Country ad on pages 16 & 17.

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Bridgman Business Locator Map W Lemon Creek Rd

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2nd Look Laptops ....................................................................... 1 Barnes Agency - Farm Bureau Ins. ................................................ 2 Beach Town Grill/ Beach House .................................................. 3 Bridgman American Legion Post.................................................... 4 Bridgman Public Library ............................................................... 5 Bridgman Public Schools ............................................................ 6 Bridgman/Lake Township Historical Society ................................... 7 Cassidy’s Qwik Lube & Car Wash ............................................... 8 China Cafe ............................................................................... 9 Core Real Estate Inc ................................................................. 10 D’Agostino’s Navajo ................................................................. 11 Eagle Technologies Group ........................................................ 12 Edgewater Bank ....................................................................... 13 Edward Jones ........................................................................... 14 10

Businesses Hardings Friendly Market .......................................................... 15 Klippers Family Salon ............................................................... 16 Lake Street Eats ........................................................................ 17 Liskey Insurance ........................................................................ 18 Lydia’s Downhome Cooking ....................................................... 19 Mead & White Electrical Contractors .......................................... 20 Mikey’s Drive In ........................................................................ 21 Pike Funeral Home, Boyd Chapel .............................................. 22 Rochefort’s The Next Generation ................................................ 23 Sandpiper Flowers & Gifts ......................................................... 24 Siemans Ford .......................................................................... 25 Sunset Tool, Inc ....................................................................... 26 Tapistry Brewing ...................................................................... 27 Weko Beach Campground ........................................................ 28

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A Baroda Tap and Grille ................................................................ B Captain Mike’s Fun Park ............................................................ C Chemical Bank ........................................................................... D Classic Catering and Events ........................................................ E Cleaning Frenzy LLC ................................................................... F CR Lawn Service, Inc. .................................................................. H Dunes Self Storage ....................................................................... I Fred M. Ott & Sons Inc. .............................................................. J Fusion Design Group................................................................... K G. L. Wasko and Sons ................................................................ L HFS Tractor .............................................................................. M

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Local Events While we offer a listing of some of the more popular events offered in the Lake To Grapes Region, many more events can be found at the Bridgman Public Library (see article on pg. 24), online at the home of Lake Michigan Shore Wine Country, www. miwinetrail.com and their member wineries (see ad on pgs 16 & 17), or on the Chamber’s online calendar at www.lake2grapes.org.

Every Summer Evening You don’t want to miss the touching tribute as Taps is played each summer evening on Weko Beach at Sunset. It is an experience you won’t soon forget.

May 2015 05/24/15 Concert Series - Past Time Weko Beach www.bridgman.org

June 2015 06/05/15 Golf Scramble Pebblewood Country Club www.lake2grapes.com

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06/07/15 Fireman’s Pancake Breakfast 3169 W. Shawnee Rd, Lake Township www.lake-township.org 06/07/15 Concert Series - Van Dyke Review Weko Beach www.bridgman.org

06/20/15 Wine Festival Weko Beach www.lakemichiganwinefest.com

07/12/15 Concert Series - Acoustic Plus Weko Beach www.bridgman.org

06/28/15 Music in the Park Lemon Creek Road, Baroda Village Park www.barodavillage.org

07/25/15 Support our Troops Festival American Legion Post 345, Downtown Baroda www.barodavillage.org

06/28/15 Concert Series - Good Fellas Weko Beach www.bridgman.org

07/26/15 Music in the Park Lemon Creek Road, Baroda Village Park www.barodavillage.org

July 2015 07/03/15 Fireworks Downtown Baroda www.barodavillage.org 07/09/15-07/12/15 Celebrate Bridgman!

Downtown Bridgman www.bridgman.org

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07/26/15 Concert Series - Top Secret Weko Beach www.bridgman.org

August 2015 08/09/15 Concert Series - High Life Weko Beach www.bridgman.org

08/15/15 Party on the Pavers Downtown Baroda www.barodavillage.org 08/16/15 Michigan Wine Trail Half Marathon Downtown Baroda www.barodavillage.org 08/23/15 Music in the Park Lemon Creek Road, Baroda Village Park www.barodavillage.org 08/23/15 Concert Series - Rum Boogie Weko Beach www.bridgman.org

September 2015

09/12/15 Fall Festival 10801 Gast Rd, Lake Township Park www.lake-township.org 09/26/15 Brewers Festival Weko Beach www.wekobeachbrewersfest.com

November 2015 11/28/15 Holiday Village Downtown Bridgman www.lake2grapes.com

December 2015 Christmas in the Village Downtown Baroda www.barodavillage.org

09/06/15 Concert Series Deep Fried Pickle Project Weko Beach www.bridgman.org

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Local Produce, U-picks and Farmstands Eat Local!

Find Your Super Foods Here

The local food movement continues to grow in popularity and importance. In this age of processed foodstuffs and shipped-in produce, more and more consumers are keen to understand and identify with exactly where their food is coming from.

The fertile fields surrounding our region have for years been producing an incredible diversity of fruits and vegetables.

The secret ingredient (or at least one key factor) is the unique microclimate created by Lake Michigan. Join the conscious consumers who’ve already discovered our area’s healthy harvests and drive directly to the source. Get to know the friendly folks who tend the farms and fields of our region, and sink your teeth into some healthy, delicious locallygrown foods.

One of the region’s most popular and abundant treats is the blueberries that typically ripen throughout the height of summer. There are several nearby farms where you can pick your own or buy them freshly picked. We recommend both Jones Blueberries and Rambo Blueberries, locally owned and locally grown. See their ads on these pages and find them on the guide maps on pages 10 & 11.

A little further inland and in the heart of wine country, you can pick or purchase peaches and apples at Hartlines Harvest Stand. …and speaking of wine, Lemon Creek Farm & Winery grows much more than grapes, buy a bushel before or after sampling some wine, or take a fun family hayride into their orchards to pick your own. Combine the knowledge you gain on these pages with the places to find it all using the maps on Something For Every Season pages 10 & 11 where u-picks and farm stands are indicated Springtime’s asparagus, summer’s blueberries, and fall’s apples and appropriately color-coded with green dots. Together and pumpkins all benefit from the “lake effect” - the weather they’ll guide you to a wonderful variety of healthy, locally patterns affected by our close proximity to Lake Michigan. grown treats.

Milder seasons combine with the lake breezes that waft over our rolling countryside to make our region as fertile and abundant as it is lovely and relaxing.

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LOCAL AGRICULTURAL FACTS Agriculture is the second-largest industry in Michigan’s state economy. Michigan has about 10 million acres of farmland and over 56,000 farms. More than 90% of Michigan farmland is owned by families or individuals.

The State of Michigan produces over 200 agricultural commodities. Michigan is the second-most agriculturally diverse state in the nation. Michigan leads the U.S. in the production of 19 agricultural commodities, and ranks in the top 10 for production of 30 others.

AGRICULTURE IN BERRIEN COUNTY Over 1,000 Farms Over 350 Orchards Over 150 Vegetable Farms About 100 Million in annual agricultural production

Rankings in State Ag Production: #1 in Grapes #2 in Apples #4 in Blueberries #5 in Asparagus

State Data from Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) materials. Berrien County Data from Southwest Michigan Regional Planning Commission (SWMPC) materials. Data represented is from a range of recent years, with some rounded and/or estimated.

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Welcome to Wine Country We’ve Got More Than Just Wine To Wet Your Whistle

Bridgman. The 5th annual Weko Beach Brewers Festival will be held on Saturday, September 26th from 1pm to 7pm.

Again, great bands, fabulous food, and a gorgeous sunset are all bonus accompaniments to the over 30 varieties of craft beer you’ll be able to sample from about a dozen of Michigan’s craft breweries including locals Round Barn and Greenbush Brewing and Bridgman’s newest micro breweries, Tapistry Brewing Company and HayMarket Brewing. Finally, if you fancy two fingers of something with a little more kick, check out some of the spirits being distilled locally at Round Barn and Journeyman Distillery in nearby Three Oaks.

Looking For Fun?

While we’re quite proud of our wineries, we’d be remiss in not mentioning our region’s burgeoning breweries and developing distilleries. Michigan’s craft beer industry has been booming in recent years, and again, there’s a great opportunity to try them all right here on the Lake in

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Beyond the obvious fun of Weko Beach and Warren Dunes on beautiful Lake Michigan, consider swinging a club while you are here – either the short stick on the putting greens at Captain Mike’s Fun Park, or the real deal on the greens at Pebblewood Country Club. Either way, you get to enjoy the challenge of trying to achieve a hole-in-one!

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It’s Not Just For Summer Anymore!

Wintertime in the Lake to Grapes region offers its own unique opportunities for visitors to enjoy.

While we wouldn’t recommend going for a swim, (and stay off the ice!) a trip down to the beach in winter offers an often peaceful perspective on the waterfront.

Photo: Bob Clark

The towering dunes of Warren Dunes State Park are a popular sledding spot when

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the snow falls.

Enjoy a new and relaxing perspective on the region with a casual drive through the sparkling, snow-covered countryside.

And with the summer crowds gone, a winter trip to our local wineries and tasting rooms offers connoisseurs and casual wine drinkers alike a unique opportunity for a slower-paced round of tasting... and maybe even an opportunity to chat with the winemakers themselves.

Don’t fall victim to cabin fever - there’s still plenty to do from the “Lake to Grapes” - even in wintertime

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A Great Place to Visit...

A Great Place To Visit...

Impressive Infrastructure

As you page through this helpful guide it will become evident that Bridgman is a great place to visit, with an incredible array of attractions and destinations for every person and interest. But dig a little deeper and you’ll find an impressive community infrastructure underpinning all of those “icing on the cake” elements that visitors flock to our region to enjoy. You’ll find, in fact, that the Bridgman area is an amazing place to call home! Bridgman is rather unique in comparison to some of our surrounding communities. While offering all of the benefits of “beach towns” that also line Lake Michigan’s coastline, Bridgman offers year-around amenities, conveniences and basic infrastructure. We’re the closest coastline community to Chicagoland that boasts a full-time population that isn’t outnumbered by part-time homeowners and rental cottages. While many of our neighboring communities’ businesses scale back hours or even board up for the winter, the Bridgman area remains open for business year round, with a strong and stable full-time population that enthusiastically supports local business. When the shopping list or social calendar calls for more metropolitan affairs, we’re just a few minutes from St. Joseph & Benton Harbor, a short trip to South Bend, and a bit over an hour to Grand Rapids or Chicago.

The word “infrastructure” may induce thoughts of elements such as power grids or transportation networks. With the Cook Nuclear Power Generation Facility in our community and I-94 at our doorstep we remain powered up and connected to the world, but there’s so much more built into our community that makes it an attractive place to call home… Bridgman Public Schools serve the area as one of the region’s highest-rated school districts. It is the number one “School of Choice” in Berrien County, meaning that numerous students from neighboring districts vie for the opportunity to attend our schools, with over 300 students from 11 neighboring districts attending today. Bridgman Public Schools are in high demand with families who value quality education thanks to our robust academic programs, competitive and well-rounded athletic programs, strong fine arts programs and outstanding facilities. Bridgman Schools are staying on the forefront of quality education, technological innovation and state-of-the-art facilities thanks in part to the community’s recent show of support in passing recent bond proposals totaling over $23 million in improvements.

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A Fabulous Place to Call Home!

Strong Leadership

Reasonable Cost Of Living

The City of Bridgman and Lake Township work diligently to maintain the infrastructure, quality of life, and constant improvement of our communities. Our municipal Councils, Boards and Committees are comprised of hardworking and enthusiastic community members. Many of our appointed and elected leaders have served our communities for years longer than the average of their peers. Community leaders focus equally on the maintenance of quality-of-life for residents and on development of our communities for the business community. Bridgman and Lake Township partner in the Economic Growth Alliance, a public-private partnership of municipal and business leaders that concentrates on the economic development of our communities. The CGA was recently recognized statewide for leading a larger partnership with neighboring communities to initiate the “Lake To Grapes� tourism wayfinding effort. You’ll see the results in the convenient directional and informational signage pointing the way to key communities, destinations and attractions across the area. Finally, the Chamber is proud to support and be represented by local business owners, and is always enthusiastic and supportive of new businesses entering our communities.

All of the infrastructure and amenities, the beaches and the vineyards, the amazing shops and restaurants, and the strong sense of community come with a price tag that will likely surprise you. Home values, while strong, are not exorbitant, and you can find all of your basic needs and more at an incredible value, and check out with a friend and neighbor who knows your name. All in all, these and other factors add up to a great place to call home. We have something for everyone, so contact the Chamber or just come to town and learn more about our wonderful community.

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A Brief History Before It Was Bridgman In the fall of 1856, George Bridgman, along with partners Warren and Charles Howe formed the Charlotte Lumber Company. A large steam-powered sawmill was set up near the present intersection of Lake Street and Red Arrow Highway. A narrow-gauge railway was constructed, running from the mill to the lake with several branches into the timber. About seven miles of track were busily traveled by an engine and over 30 cars. The area around the mill became known as Charlotteville, after one of the Howe brother’s wives, Charlotte. Unfortunately the Charlotte Mill was destroyed by fire in 1863. Over the next seven years, the partners rebuilt two more times, and each time the Mill was again destroyed by fire. The Howe brothers were finally convinced that this wasn’t their calling and in 1870 left the area to pursue other

ventures. George Bridgman, however, decided to stay in the area. Bridgman had acquired several hundred acres of land, including most of present-day Bridgman, and he and other residents began growing fruit trees, grapes and berry plants.

Of course the market for their fruits was limited to what could be sold locally.

Established in 2006, the Bridgman/Lake Township Historical Society’s first endeavor was to publish a book on local history. The book, Bridgman/Lake Township “The First One Hundred Years” went on sale in August of 2008. The Society is continuing to accumulate and preserve stories, pictures and interesting items of local history. We also host presentations to the public and to students on a variety of local historical subjects.

Books are available for $25 at the Bridgman Garden and Feed and Liskey Insurance or they can be ordered from the library website; www.Bridgmanlibrary.org Help us keep our past alive by joining the Society.

Membership forms are available at the library or at www.Bridgmanlibrary.org

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A New Town Name Rides In On The Rails Mr. Bridgman granted right of way to the Chicago Michigan and Lakeshore Railroad to pass through his land, and in 1871 the “Bridgman Depot” was erected. That same year the Post Office changed their local designation to Bridgman carrying George’s name into history. The Railroad Depot enabled the already growing nursery business to explode in Bridgman. In 1888 Ozro Baldwin ran a three-line ad for raspberry plants in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Farm Journal. He received orders for all of his plants and the next year several hundred folders were sent out quoting prices for strawberry and cane plants. The mail-order nursery business soon became a million-dollar industry in Bridgman. While many local names have been associated with the business over the years, two stalwarts, Krieger and Rambo wholesale nurseries, still operate in Bridgman today. Rambo Nurseries operate a Blueberry U-Pick and Farmstand on Gast Road that is open to the public. (See map listings on page 11).

Where Weko Beach Got It’s Name The Lake Michigan Shoreline in Bridgman became popular in the 1920’s. Partners Henry Weber and Bruno Kolander built a waterfront pavilion on the beach, which to this day carries the name they formulated from the first two letters

of their last names… Weko Beach. Their pavilion became a popular destination for residents and visitors from all around, particularly Chicago. Today the Weko Beach House sits on the pavilion’s site, and is run by the City of Bridgman as one of the most attractive public beaches in the region. The building continues to provide food and fun to residents and visitors alike.

Photos: City of Bridgman www.bridgman.org

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Bridgman Public Library The Bridgman Public Library invites you to stop in and browse our extensive collection of books, movies, audio books, periodicals and newspapers, or join in exciting yearround activities. The Library’s free Wi-Fi is accessible inside the building while the library is open and on the library patio 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you don’t have a computer, stop in and use one of ours. Visit the library website for services such as Freegal (downloadable music), OverDrive (downloadable e-books/audio books), Rocket Languages and the Small Business Reference database. For genealogy buffs, the library offers research help and access to Ancestry.com.

Gardening fans can reserve a plot in our community garden.

Need to travel light? Borrow a Kindle preloaded with 1500 titles. In addition to copy and fax services, the library offers a free Notary service (by appointment). The Library is open every day except Sundays and major holidays. Be sure to check our website – www.bridgmanlibrary.org – for what’s happening.

Yearly Library programs include: • The Summer Reading Program – June 16 – July 26 weekly activities for kids of all ages • Baby and Me – newborn to 2 years • Toddler and Me – 2-5 years • Amazing Monday –1st – 4th graders • Reading BEE-lievers

• Computer classes • Knit n’ Yarn • Need a Read adult book group • Author visits • Musical performances • Guest lectures • Craft workshops • Genealogy Workshops

The Friends of the Bridgman Library have been raising funds to support the Bridgman Library for over 30 years.

The Friends Book Shoppe, located inside the Library, offers gently used books, audio-books, puzzles and more for adults and children. Funds raised from these sales have supported: Ancestry Library Edition, patron computers, books, movies, book shelving, the annual Summer Reading Program, and so much more.

Other Friends Sponsored Events: • The Friends Annual Book Sale is July 11 and July 12.

FEATURES • Free WiFi • Free Computer Use • Free Internet Access • Copy, Print and Fax Service • Laminating Service • Notary Service • Laminating Service • Local Interest Displays • Teen Area • Children’s Story Room • Children’s Literacy Computer

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HIGHLIGHTS • Collection of 40,000 Books, Audio Books, Periodicals, Newspapers • Programs and Classes for All Ages • Downloadable e-Books and Audio Books • Downloadable Music • Online Language Instruction • Small Business Collection • Community Garden • Children’s Early Literacy Programs • Comfortable, Friendly Atmosphere • Research Help • Friends of the Library Book Shoppe • Gourmet Coffee and Tea

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Bridgman Public Schools The Bridgman Public School District is a vital part of the Bridgman and Lake Township communities where we together challenge our children to succeed and provide opportunities for lifelong learning. Bridgman Schools offers a high quality education to over 980 students in grades PK-12.

We are proud that we have become the home to over 300 non-resident students who have chosen Bridgman Public Schools as their school of choice. Schools of Choice forms can be downloaded from our website: www.bridgmanschools. com or by calling the Administration Office at (269) 4655432. Our students consistently exceed state and national expectations and score among the top in Berrien County on statewide assessments. The Bridgman Public School District supports a challenging curriculum that is fully aligned with state and national standards. Bridgman High School boasts a >95% graduation rate with a < 5% drop out rate. Our buildings are state of the art facilities thanks to the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s support of over $23 million dollars in building renovations, technology upgrades and athletic facility improvements.

These improvements have ensured that all BPS students receive the best all-around educational experience. Bridgman Public Schools continues to believe in educating the whole child. Coupled with robust academic programs is a successful and highly competitive athletic program, which offers 21 various sports at the Middle School and High School levels.

BPS also has a strong fine arts program which includes visual arts, performing arts and industrial arts.

Bridgman Public Schools is fortunate to have its own aquatic center funded by a community-supported recreational millage.

The Bridgman Aquatic Center contains an Olympic-size pool that is open to the public for swim classes and other recreational aquatic opportunities throughout the year. A schedule of aquatic activities may be obtained from our district website or by calling (269) 466-0236. For additional information about Bridgman Public Schools or to schedule a tour of our district, please contact us at (269) 465-5432 or visit us on our website: www.bridgmanschools.com.

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Member Directory Antiques Shawnee Road Antiques 638 E Shawnee Rd Baroda, MI 49101 269-422-1382

Automotive Bridgman Body Shop 4029 Lake St Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-6665 Cassidy’s Qwik Lube & Car Wash 9584 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-6762 Great Lakes Repair 4308 Willow St Bridgman, MI 49106 269-266-2125 Jeff’s Towing and Recovery Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-6142 Siemans Ford 8961 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49101 269-465-5344

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Signature Automotive Group 680 E. Napier Avenue Benton Harbor, MI 49022 877-244-3864 Beauty & Health

Beauty & Health Klippers Family Salon 4520 Lake St Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-3444 Totally You Salon 4230 Lake St Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-9100

Civic, Business & Social Associations Baroda Area Business Association PO Box 294 Baroda, MI 49101 269-209-9307 Bridgman Public Library 4460 Lake St Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-3663

Bridgman/Lake Township Historical Society 4460 Lake St Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-3663

Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra 513 Ship St St. Joseph, MI 49085 269-982-4030

Buchanan Area Chamber of Commerce 324 Dewey St, Suite 109 Buchanan, MI 49107 269-695-3291

Southwest Michigan Tourist Council 2300 Pipestone Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022 269-925-6301

Coloma-Watervliet Area Chamber of Commerce 142 Badt Drive Coloma, MI 49038 269-468-4430 Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce 321 E. Main St, Niles, MI 49120 269-683-3720 Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce 15311 Three Oaks Road Three Oaks, MI 49128 269-469-5409 Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce 4290 Red Arrow Hwy Stevensville, MI 49127 269-429-1170

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Commercial & Industrial Arkos 9892 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-5300 B&L Information Systems 4707 Rambo Rd Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-6207 Eagle Technologies Group 9850 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-6986 G. L. Wasko and Sons 3876 Livingston Rd Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-5913

Great Lakes Metal Stamping Inc 4607 Rambo Rd Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-4415 Krieger’s Wholesale Nursery, Inc. 9555 N Gast Rd Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-5522 Sunset Tool, Inc 9890 Red Arrow Highway, Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-4555

Education & Government Bridgman Public Schools 9964 Gast Rd Bridgman, MI 49106 269-466-0271 City of Bridgman 9765 Maple St Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-5144 Lake Charter Township 3220 Shawnee Rd Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-6601 Lake Michigan College 2155 E. Napier Avenue Benton Harbor, MI 49022 269-927-8198

Southwest Michigan Regional Airport 1123 Territorial Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022 269-927-3194

Entertainment & Camping Captain Mike’s Fun Park 10975 S Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-5747 Pebblewood Country Club 9794 Jericho Rd Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-5611 Tower Hill Camp 12173 Tower Hill Rd Sawyer, MI 49125 269-426-3881 Weko Beach Campground 5301 Lake St Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-3406

Excavating Fred M. Ott & Sons Inc. 11887 California Rd Bridgman, MI 49106 269-426-3022 Oldenburg & Sons 5258 Browntown Rd Sawyer, MI 49125 269-426-4519

Farm and U-Pick

Food & Drink

Hartlines Harvest Stand 8627 Cleveland Avenue Baroda, MI 49101 269-757-3455

Baroda Tap and Grille 8906 First St Baroda, MI 49101 269-422-1141

Jones Berry Farm 9245 Gast Rd Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-4745

Beach Town Grill 11137 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-3800

Rambo Blueberries 11306 Gast Rd Bridgman, MI 49106 269-426-4074

China Cafe 4205 Lake St Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-7799

Shuler Farms LLC 2863 W. Snow Road Baroda, MI 49101 269-465-3965

Connie’s Place 8968 First St Baroda, MI 49101 269-422-1121

CR Lawn Service, Inc. 2250 W Shawnee Rd Baroda, MI 49101 269-422-2848

D’Agostino’s Navajo 8970 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-3434

HFS Tractor 8644 Stevensville-Baroda Rd Baroda, MI 49101 269-422-1753

Get-A-Way Grill & Cubby Bar 9489 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-5932

Mid-County Sales and Service 8844 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-6007

Lake Street Eats 4228 Lake Street Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-3400

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Lydia’s Downhome Cooking 9804 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-266-7337 Mikey’s Drive In 9096 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-6933 Olympus Restaurant 9735 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-5541 Pebble Wood Banquet Hall 9794 Jericho Rd Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-5420 Rochefort’s The Next Generation 4514 Lake Street Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-5626

Grocery Hardings Friendly Market 3651 Shawnee Rd Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-5211

Home & Builders Services 1-Wolverine Construction LLC 2970 Hinchman Rd Bridgman, MI 49106 269-325-9225

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Advanced Heating and Air Conditioning 3025 Shawnee Rd Bridgman, MI 49106 269-876-2493

Pat Heyn Bridgman, MI 49106 269-426-4352

Cleaning Frenzy LLC 12090 Gast Road Bridgman, MI 49106 269-426-3258

Chikaming Dental Center 12890 Red Arrow Hwy Sawyer, MI 49125 269-426-4455

McGhee’s Heating & Air Conditioning 11136 California Rd Bridgman, MI 49106 269-466-0123

Stevensville Chiropractic 1733 W John Beers Rd Stevensville, MI 49127 269-428-2500

McGuire’s Professional Construction, Inc. 335 Urbandale Avenue Benton Harbor, MI 49022 269-925-4632 Mead & White Electrical Contractors 9895 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-6922 Zielke Homes & Improvement 10107 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-9484

Individual

Medical, Dental, Veterinary

Meetings, Weddings, Catering Beach House 5301 Lake St, Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-3406 Bridgman American Legion Post 0331 4241 Legion St Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-6885 Classic Catering and Events 11137 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-4420

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Place of Worship Sawyer Highlands Church 13100 Red Arrow Hwy Sawyer, MI - 269-426-4466 Woodland Shores Baptist Church 3555 Shawnee Rd Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-4673

Professional Services 2nd Look Laptops 4355 Lake St Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-9269 Art/Fx Sign Co 9751 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-5706 Barnes Agency Farm Bureau Ins. 9843 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-6400 Chemical Bank 720 Pleasant St St. Joseph, MI 49085 269-934-1012 Edgewater Bank 4509 Lake St Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-5500

Edward Jones 4221 Lake St Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-4606

Secant Technologies 6395 Technology Avenue Kalamazoo, MI 49009 800-875-4222

Himalaya Textiles 4225 Lake St Bridgman, MI 49106 847-707-6948

Fusion Design Group 30 N. Barton St. New Buffalo, MI 49117 269-469-8226

Strefling Insurance Agency 4488 Lake St, Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-3433

Paws to Wash 4445 Lake St Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-4425

Horizon Bank 500 W. Buffalo St New Buffalo, MI 49117 269-469-2265

Wightman & Associates 2303 Pipestone Rd Benton Harbor, MI 49022 269-927-0100

Sandpiper Flowers & Gifts 4217 Lake St Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-5936

JLN Studio P.O Box 98 Stevensville, MI 49127 269-469-6220 Lake Effect Photography 4352 Vine St, Bridgman, MI 773-766-9919 Len Kissinger Construction LLC 11339 Lange Rd Bridgman, MI 49106 269-326-0225

Real Estate Sales & Services Core Real Estate Inc 9845 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-4700 Wausau Homes 5827 Red Arrow Hwy Stevensville, MI 49127 269-281-0368

Retail & Service

Liskey Insurance 4263 Lake St Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-6222

A & J Hardware 1745 W. Shawnee Rd Baroda, MI 49101 269-422-2489

Pike Funeral Home, Boyd Chapel 9191 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-3239

Ben Franklin 4222 Lake St Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-6413

Senior Living Woodland Terrace 8850 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-7600

Storage Unit Facility Dunes Self Storage 11087 Red Arrow Hwy Bridgman, MI 49106 269-465-5555

Wineries, Breweries, Distilleries Domaine Berrien Cellars 398 E Lemon Creek Rd Berrien Springs, MI 49103 269-473-9463 Lemon Creek Fruit Farm & Winery 533 E Lemon Creek Berrien Springs, MI 49103 269-471-1321 Round Barn Winery 10983 Hills Rd Baroda, MI 49101 269-422-1617 Tapistry Brewing 4236 Lake St Bridgman, MI 49106 269-266-7349

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Advertisers Index 1-Wolverine Construction LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Eagle Technologies Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Mikey’s Drive In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

2nd Look Laptops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Edgewater Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Oldenburg & Sons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Barnes Agency - Farm Bureau Ins. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Edward Jones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Pebble Wood Banquet Hall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Baroda Tap and Grille . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Fred M. Ott & Sons Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Pebblewood Country Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Beach House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Fusion Design Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Pike Funeral Home, Boyd Chapel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Beach Town Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

G. L. Wasko and Sons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Rambo Blueberries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Bridgman American Legion Post . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Hardings Friendly Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Rochefort’s The Next Generation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Bridgman Public Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

HFS Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Sandpiper Flowers & Gifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Bridgman Public Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Horizon Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Sawyer Highlands Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Bridgman/Lake Township Historical Society . . 22

Jeff’s Towing and Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Siemans Ford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Captain Mike’s Fun Park . . . . . . Inside Back Cover

JLN Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Southwest Michigan Regional Airport . . . . . . . . . 30

Cassidy’s Qwik Lube & Car Wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Jones Berry Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra . . . Back Cover

CGA (Wine & Brewers Festivals) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Klippers Family Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Stevensville Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Chemical Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Lake Charter Township . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Sunset Tool, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

China Cafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Lake Michigan College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Tapistry Brewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Classic Catering and Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Lake Michigan Shore Wine Country . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Village of Baroda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Cleaning Frenzy LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Lake Street Eats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Warren Dunes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Core Real Estate Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Liskey Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Wausau Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

CR Lawn Service, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Lydia’s Downhome Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Weko Beach Campground . . . . Inside Front Cover

D’Agostino’s Navajo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

McGhee’s Heating & Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . 28

Woodland Shores Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Dunes Self Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Mead & White Electrical Contractors . . . . . . . . . . 24

Woodland Terrace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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