by Meagan Francis | Featured
The leaves are starting to fall, colder weather is right around the corner – and believe it or not, it’s a great time to join the Berrien Springs Garden Club. “Gardening never really stops if you include the planning and prep processes that happen...
by Ryan Cheevers | Featured
If you build it, they will come. Sure, this may be a baseball reference, but people came out in waves to be part of the grand opening of Sylvester Stadium at Berrien Springs High School on Friday, August 27th, where the Shamrocks defeated the Benton Harbor...
by Ryan Cheevers | Featured, Uncategorized
Like most of our favorite things, the Berrien County Youth Fair was postponed in 2020 – thus delaying a 75-year anniversary celebration. But this year, the Fair is back – and the BCYF entertainment committee is making the wait more than worth it....
by discberrien | Featured, Uncategorized
The 2021 Berrien Springs Pickle Festival is officially in the books, and by all accounts, it was a dill-lightful day! Here’s a recap of all the events, places and especially people who made the event such a success…and one that will definitely be repeated...
by Ryan Cheevers | Featured
In 1995, Berrien Springs was named the Christmas Pickle Capital of the world, in large part due to the yearly festival that had become known across the region. Several years ago, the Pickle Festival was shoved back in the jar…but now it’s making a...
by discberrien | Featured
Bruce Jones remembers a time when he would ride through the woods just west of Andrews University. There was no precise trail then. But the up-and-down terrain provided a challenge for mountain bikers. More than 30 years later, Jones is proud to look around to see...
by discberrien | Featured, Uncategorized
Finally: we’re having the winter weather so many snow lovers wait for! And if the forecast is any indicator, we’re going to have a perfect mix of snow cover and not-too-frigid temperatures going into the weekend (and hopefully beyond.) Here are five ways...
by discberrien | Featured
Those who drive (or out) of downtown Berrien Springs via US Highway 31 may notice a white and green Shamrock Park sign on the north side of the busy road, just east of the river. What may go unnoticed to the casual passersby are the 3 important words on this sign:...
by discberrien | Featured, Uncategorized
Searching for just the spot to go for a holiday-light tour this weekend? Look no further than Berrien Springs. The village is in full Christmas spirit this year, with both the downtown businesses and residential neighborhoods boosting an impressive display of light...
by Meagan Francis | Featured, Uncategorized
For over a decade, the Village of Berrien Springs has gone all-in on holiday celebrations with events like the popular annual “Kindle Your Christmas Spirit” festival. COVID-19 may have temporarily sidelined some of the in-person activities, but this...
