Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce

08/08/2026

Summer isn’t done yet! 🛶 Uncle Jibs Outpost

08/08/2026

This weekend! Exit One Events Ship & Shore Blues & Soul Festival 🎷🎶🎤

TODAY MARKS THE BEGINNING OF A NEW ERA IN NEW BUFFALO!

The Ship & Shore Blues & Soul Festival is here!

Join us TODAY at Lions Park for an incredible day of live music, great food and community along the beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline.

The festival starts at NOON and the music keeps going until 10 PM!

Get there early. Stay late. BRING A CHAIR and make a day of it!

Heading to the beach? No problem! Enjoy the beach, bring your chair over and join us for the festival.

Parking in New Buffalo? Bring your same day paid parking receipt or Passport Parking confirmation and use it for festival entry.

LIVE MUSIC
FOOD TRUCKS
BEER & WINE
GREAT PEOPLE
BEAUTIFUL NEW BUFFALO

This is more than another festival. It’s the beginning of a new chapter for Ship & Shore, celebrating blues, soul, food, music and community.

Come hungry. Come ready for great music. Bring your lawn chair and stay awhile.

SHIP & SHORE BLUES & SOUL FESTIVAL
TODAY | NOON–10 PM
LIONS PARK | NEW BUFFALO, MICHIGAN

Get there early. Stay late. We’ll see you at Ship & Shore!

08/07/2026

More housing options added in Harbor Country 🏠

A project to turn a former elementary school in Harbor Country into a new apartment complex is now complete. In 2024, the River Valley School District approved the sale of the former Chikaming Elementary School to developer

08/07/2026

💚Become a Michigan Conservation Steward!💚

The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program (CSP) is an 8-week, hybrid educational program for adults who are enthusiastic about learning science-based ecosystem management principles and sharing this knowledge with others to help improve their local communities.

Through this program, learners will learn essential strategies to understand and help restore and conserve ecosystems in Michigan communities. This program includes field experiences to explore area natural communities, online learning, and indoor classes held in unique places. Participants also put their learning into action by working directly with local conservation groups.

PROGRAM TOPICS
🍂Foundations of Conservation
🍃Ecological Foundations & Michigan Natural Communities
🍂Michigan Conservation Heritage
🍃Society & Conservation
🍂Terrestrial, Wetland and Aquatic Ecosystems

The Berrien County cohort will host their weekly sessions from 6-9 p.m. on Thursdays, from Aug. 27 to Oct. 22, 2026. Berrien County's field days will be on Saturday, Sept. 12 and Oct. 3, 2026.

🚨REGISTRATION DEADLINE: August 9, 2026

🔎Learn more at: https://www.canr.msu.edu/conservation_stewards_program/program-information

08/05/2026

✨ A beloved Three Oaks tradition has a fresh new chapter.

Say hello to P&EBottleShop , owned by longtime locals Pat & Ellie, now reopened and expanded into the beloved former Patellie’s space. While honoring the history locals know and love, they’ve created an even more welcoming destination for wine lovers, food enthusiasts, neighbors, and visitors alike. 🍷

Browse thoughtfully curated bottles, join the Wine Club, and stop in for regular wine tastings to discover your next favorite pour. Looking for something fun? Pick up a Mystery Wine—a bottle Pat & Ellie love, wrapped up as a surprise for you (or your next gathering). You’ll also find the Wallet-Friendly Table, where every bottle is $17 or less.

Fridays are especially worth the trip:
🌸 Fresh flowers arrive from Lakespur Flower Farm
🥕 Turkey Foot Farm brings fresh organic produce from 4:30–7:00 PM
🧩 Grab a bottle and add a few pieces to the community puzzle while you’re there.

And yes...they still carry everyone’s favorite Zarlengo’s ice cream treats, making it easy to treat yourself while you shop. 🍦

Don’t miss Pat’s meat counter, stocked with quality cuts and open Thursday–Sunday from 10 AM–5 PM, with extended Friday hours until 7 PM.

📍 P & E Bottle Shop
8 N. Elm Street, Three Oaks, MI

Bottle Shop Hours:
Monday–Saturday: 10 AM–7 PM
Sunday: 11 AM–5 PM

Whether you’re stocking up for a Harbor Country getaway, picking up the perfect hostess gift, or simply stopping by to catch up with friends, Pat & Ellie have created more than a bottle shop—they’ve created another welcoming community gathering place in the heart of Three Oaks.

Have you stopped in yet? Tell us what you discovered! 🍷✨

08/05/2026

🌿 Please join us in welcoming our newest Harbor Country Chamber member, 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐬!
Nestled in nearby Cassopolis, Willowbrook Farms is a family-owned farm dedicated to raising high-quality, sustainably produced food with care for both the land and the animals. They offer 100% grass-fed beef, pasture-raised poultry, forest-raised pork, lamb, goat, fresh eggs, raw local honey, bone broth, and more—all produced with a commitment to healthy, responsible farming.
Beyond the farm store, Willowbrook Farms invites visitors to experience life on the farm through tours, seasonal events, farm stays, camps, and beautiful lavender fields, making it a destination for families and food lovers alike.
We're thrilled to welcome Willowbrook Farms to the Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce and look forward to supporting their continued success. Be sure to give them a warm Harbor Country welcome! 🌾🐄

08/04/2026

🎶 The weekend is just a few days away... and so is the Ship & Shore Blues & Soul Festival in New Buffalo! 🎤🎸🎹🎺
Get ready for two days of incredible live blues and soul music, great food, cold drinks, and summer fun by the lake. Grab your friends, bring your lawn chair, and we'll see you at Lions Park! 🌊☀️

https://facebook.com/events/s/ship-and-shore-blues-soul-fest/1719794692735005/

🎶 Two Days. Seven Incredible Bands. One Unforgettable Weekend. 🎶

The Ship & Shore Blues & Soul Festival is bringing an outstanding lineup of regional and nationally acclaimed blues artists to Lions Park Pavilion in New Buffalo, Michigan, on August 8 & 9. From classic Chicago blues and soulful ballads to blues-rock and high-energy performances, there’s something for every music lover.

Saturday, August 8

🕑 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
P.T. & The Cruisers – Classic blues, rock, and soul favorites to kick off the festival.

🕓 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Hank Mowery & The Hawktones – Award-winning, authentic blues featuring powerhouse harmonica and unforgettable vocals.

🕕 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Donna Herula – Internationally recognized guitarist, singer, and songwriter delivering soulful, award-winning Chicago blues.

🕗 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Marty “Big Dog” Mercer Band – Chicago Blues Hall of Fame inductee headlines Saturday night with a legendary blues performance.

Sunday, August 9

🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
The Newport Blues Project – A dynamic blend of blues, rock, and soul to open Sunday’s festivities.

🕟 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Head Honchos – Blues-infused rock, soaring guitar solos, and high-energy performances.

🕡 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Mandalyn and the Hunters – Powerful vocals, soulful blues, and rock-infused energy close out the festival in style.

🎟 August 8 & 9
📍 Lions Park Pavilion • New Buffalo, Michigan

Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy two days of live blues & soul, great food trucks, craft beer & wine, and fun for the entire family. Plus, take advantage of the FREE shuttle service courtesy of Kia of Michigan City.

Come experience one of Southwest Michigan’s premier summer music events—the Ship & Shore Blues & Soul Festival! 🎶🌊

08/04/2026

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