Uncategorized
Doorway to the past
Oldest church in Southwest Michigan offers weddings, funerals and a view back in time NILES — Whether you are looking for a quaint, historic venue ...
Jill McCaughan, Author at Leader Publications - Page 2 of 9
Uncategorized
Showcasing Berrien’s Beauty and Bounty
Susan Johnston to paint Tabula Rasa with “Nature’s Palette” BARODA — Situated deep in the heart of wine country, there seems to be no more ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 26, 2014 9:48 am
Uncategorized
Support Local Agriculture
Farm stand map makes it simple to shop local BARODA — It’s always great to be travelling down a country road in the middle of ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 26, 2014 9:45 am
Uncategorized
Down & dirty
Racing at RedBud will thrill the whole family BUCHANAN — If the typical fireworks show just isn’t quite loud enough, long enough or thrilling enough ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 26, 2014 9:43 am
Uncategorized
Local Flair: ‘Artigras’ arts festival returns
The 2014 Artigras focus will provide visitors with the opportunity to view and purchase art from more than 60 local and regional artists. (Submitted photos/AMDUR ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 19, 2014 10:00 am
Uncategorized
Old show, new faces
MAAC features fresh artists for annual competition ST. JOSEPH—Beginning Friday, the Box Factory for the Arts will be exhibiting the entries for the Michiana Annual ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 19, 2014 9:58 am
Uncategorized
Ramona Bells Pizzeria serving up pies
ST. JOSEPH—The next time you find yourself pressed for time and looking for a fast lunch in southtown St. Joe, why not step out of ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 19, 2014 9:55 am
Uncategorized
Chicago Style: Recipes from America’s veggie diner
ST. JOSEPH — Do you love trying out the recipes featured in “Off the Water” columnist Kat Barry’s weekly column, “Kat’s Hot Talk?” If so, ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 19, 2014 9:51 am
Uncategorized
‘Love Letters’ showcases unique storytelling style
BUCHANAN — Opening on June 20 at the Tin Shop Theatre, “Love Letters” promises to provide audiences with an in-depth look into the evolving relationship ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 19, 2014 9:46 am
Uncategorized
Fish, facts and fun: Wolf Lake helps make Michigan a fishing destination
MATTAWAN — Michigan’s reputation as a great state for fishing is no big secret. Whether they are drawn to the state’s extensive network of inland ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 19, 2014 9:45 am
Uncategorized
Happy birthday, Sarret!
BENTON HARBOR — Celebrating its 50th birthday on the weekend of June 21-22, Sarret Nature Center is opening up its doors to the public and ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 12, 2014 11:01 am
Uncategorized
Fruit Belt fading fast
BERRIEN COUNTY — Abraham Lincoln once said, “The greatest fine art of the future will be the making of a comfortable living from a small ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 12, 2014 10:56 am
Uncategorized
Enjoy the solstice with brews, tunes
ST. JOSEPH—This year, with the help of the Liquor Locker’s Charlie Stempion, the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra is putting a new twist on an old ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 12, 2014 10:53 am
Uncategorized
Toast the coast at Weko Beach
BRIDGMAN — From 1 to 10 p.m. on June 21, Bridgman’s Weko Beach will be transformed into a wine-lover’s paradise with “Toast the Coast,” the ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 12, 2014 10:50 am
Uncategorized
Visit the ‘Center of the World’
HARBERT—If there is any “magical” place to be at the solstice, it’s probably at the center of the world, and fortunately for all of us, ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 12, 2014 10:03 am
Uncategorized
Hop into art, culture at annual event
BENTON HARBOR — If art is your thing — any kind of art — then the Benton Harbor Arts District will be the place for ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 12, 2014 10:02 am
Uncategorized
Famous film festival returns to South Haven
SOUTH HAVEN — Imagine having the opportunity to attend one of the top five film festivals in the world this summer. Well, you do, and ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 5, 2014 9:25 am
Uncategorized
Fernwood hosts furry friend
NILES — If you or your child loves both animals and art, then Fernwood has an event that will give your family something to talk ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 5, 2014 9:23 am
Uncategorized
Lest we forget: Event in memory of World War II returns to St. Joseph area
BENTON HARBOR/ST. JOSEPH — “To brighten the future, we must illuminate the past.” That is the principle by which Lest We Forget operates. Founded in ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 5, 2014 9:20 am
Uncategorized
The building blocks of fun
BERRIEN SPRINGS — “If you think of Brick, you say to Brick, ‘What do you want, Brick?’ And Brick says to you, ‘I like an ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 5, 2014 9:18 am
Uncategorized
Cruise in for blues this Father’s Day
COLOMA — If you’re looking for a place to take the family for a relaxing, fun day on Father’s Day weekend, you may want to ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 5, 2014 9:14 am
Uncategorized
Rafting the Joe
SOUTH BEND — When was the last time you thought to yourself, “I want to go whitewater rafting. Let’s go to South Bend?” That may ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, June 5, 2014 9:06 am
Uncategorized
Hunt club open to enthusiasts, newcomers
THREE OAKS — Situated on 500 acres of fields, ravines, woodlands and rolling hills, Deer Creek Hunt Club is a beautiful location to spend a ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, May 29, 2014 11:34 am
Uncategorized
Find it all at Harbor Market
BENTON HARBOR—At this time of year, farmers’ markets abound. On any given weekend, you’ll find one in just about every town in southwest Michigan. What’s ...
by Jill McCaughan, Thursday, May 29, 2014 11:32 am
Niles
Roadside stands ready for season
NILES — One of the things that makes life unique in southwest Michigan is the opportunity to enjoy the bounty of the many small farms ...
