BOSS Services’ 9/11 Hero Climb Raises $9000 for Local Fire Stations
BOSS Services’ 9/11 Hero Climb Raises $9000 for Local Fire Stations On Monday morning September 11, 2023 at 8:46 a.m., in the pouring rain, 200+ community members and emergency responders began the third annual BOSS Services 9/11 Hero Climb at the St. Joseph High School stadium. Participants and local first responders climbed 2,071 stadium stairs in remembrance of NYC first responders who sacrificed their lives on 9/11, while some walked a mile on the track to show their support. All the proceeds
TORP Improv Comedy announces fall Comedy Night show dates
TORP Improv Comedy announces fall Comedy Night show dates BENTON HARBOR, MI – The weather may be cooling down but the laughs will be heating up this fall with TORP Improv Comedy during two newly announced comedy nights. The unscripted, live-in-the-moment show will hilariously entertain audiences on Friday, Sept. 29, and on Friday, Oct. 27 for a special Howling Halloween show. Both performances take place at The Oak Room at The Citadel – in the heart of the Benton Harbor Arts District at 91 Hinkley St.
Makers Trail Passport for 2023/2024 Launches
SOUTHWESTERN MICHIGAN TOURIST COUNCIL LAUNCHES 2023 MAKERS TRAIL PASSPORT PROGRAM; TRY LOCAL CRAFT BEVERAGES TO EARN PRIZES BENTON HARBOR, Michigan (Sep. 8, 2023) — Tasting locally crafted wines, beers, hard ciders, cocktails and spirits along Southwest Michigan’s Makers Trail is exciting all year, but now you can earn prizes for doing it until May 31, 2024. The more participating Berrien County wineries, breweries, cideries and distilleries people visit, the more access codes they can scan and the more
SMSO Announces Season
Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra Announces Its Mainstage Season 2023-2024 Saint Joseph, Michigan – Tickets are now on sale for theSouthwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra’s 2023-2024 Mainstage Season. Whether you want to attend one performance or all to experience the rich tones of the Symphony, check your calendar and get your tickets now - they will sell fast! Programmed by the SMSO’s Music Director Matthew Aubin, the Mainstage Series promises to excite and will showcase a variety of music and
LMC hosts more than 60 colleges, universities at College Night
LMC hosts more than 60 colleges, universities at College NightBENTON HARBOR, Mich. — Representatives from more than 60 colleges and universities are scheduled to participate in Lake Michigan College's annual College Night from 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 18, in Grand Upton Hall at LMC's Mendel Center on the Benton Harbor Campus. High school students and their parents, transfer students, and adult students are all invited to attend this free event. "We know that researching prospective colleges and
Speaker and Bestselling Author Drew Dudley Coming to Southwest Michigan “Cultures of Leadership” Lun
Speaker and Bestselling Author Drew Dudley Coming to Southwest Michigan “Cultures of Leadership” Lunch and Learn Happening Monday, October 2nd St. Joseph, Michigan – Internationally acclaimed leadership speaker, Wall Street Journal bestselling author, and creator of the renowned TedTalk “Everyday Leadership – The Lollipop Moment”, Drew Dudley, will be joining the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber for a special engagement lunch and learn on Monday, October 2nd at Noon inside Corewell Health Lakeland’s
CASTING CALL FOR “SHUTTING DOWN CHRISTMAS”
CASTING CALL FOR “SHUTTING DOWN CHRISTMAS”All ages needed for upcoming play St. Joseph, MI – The Box Factory for the Arts is casting for the play “Shutting Down Christmas.” Auditions will be held Sunday, October 1, from 3 to 8pm. Callbacks will be October 14 and 15, 4 to 7pm. Performances will run December 14–16 at 7pm and December 17 at 3pm at the Box Factory, 1101 Broad St. The entertaining play, written by Berrien Artist Guild member Linda LaRocque, will be directed by Diana Densmore, a studio artist
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Lake Effect Jazz Big Band returns to the Box Factory Celebrate the end of summer with this high-energy show
Photo attached. Lake Effect Jazz Big Band on stage at The Box Lake Effect Jazz Big Band returns to the Box FactoryCelebrate the end of summer with this high-energy show ST. JOSEPH, MI – Once again, the Lake Effect Jazz Big Band will finish its summer concert season with a bang at the Box Factory for the Arts. Mark your calendar for Saturday, Sept. 23, 7 p.m.Tickets are $12 in advance at TicketStripe.com/lakeeffectjazz2023 or $15 at the door. Children 12 and under are admitted free. A cash bar is
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in St. Joseph
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in St. JosephJoy Cluff, Mortgage Advisor, St. Joseph ST. JOSEPH, Mich. – United Federal Credit Union (United) is pleased to announce the appointment of Joy Cluff to Mortgage Advisor in St. Joseph. Cluff is based at United’s Downtown St. Joseph Branch located at 321 Main Street in St. Joseph. Cluff will use her expertise to provide a quality real estate lending experience through financial counseling and product awareness to credit union members
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LMC Visual & Performing Arts Department to hold auditions for the fall production of “John Proctor i
LMC Visual & Performing Arts Department to hold auditions for the fall production of “John Proctor is the Villain” BENTON HARBOR, Mich. — The Lake Michigan College Visual & Performing Arts Department will hold open auditions for the Fall production of "John Proctor is the Villain" directed by LMC Instructor of Theatre Dr. Patrick King. Students and community members are invited to participate in the auditions set for 5-9 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12, and Wednesday, Sept. 13, in the Lake Michigan College Mendel
Southwest Michigan Record Show returns to Lake Michigan College
Event: Southwest Michigan Record Show When: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16 Where: Grand Upton Hall, Lake Michigan College Mendel Center, 1100 Yore Ave., Benton Harbor, MI Cost: $5 early-entry admission at 9 a.m.; FREE admission 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Info: southwestmichiganrecordshow.com, facebook.com/southwestmichiganrecordshow, jeremybonfiglio@att.net, 574-261-3650 Future dates: Sunday, March 17, and Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024 Southwest Michigan Record Show returns to Lake Michigan College BENTON
FOUR REGIONAL ARTISTS SHOWCASED IN NEW EXHIBIT AT BOX FACTORY Meet the artists at the Ope
FOUR REGIONAL ARTISTS SHOWCASED IN NEW EXHIBIT AT BOX FACTORY Meet the artists at the Opening Reception on Sept. 15 ST. JOSEPH, MI – A variety of artistic styles will be on display at the Box Factory for the Arts’ new exhibit from September 15 to October 29, 2023. The public can meet the artists at the Opening Reception on Friday, September 15, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Light snacks and beer and wine will be available. The Series 5 exhibition is this year’s fifth building-wide show displaying artwork on
