October 26, 2004
Herschel Receives a Pat
Katlyn Goodrode gives one of the pair of visiting oxen a pat at a recent program at the South Haven library.
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Oxen Make a Big Hit at Children's Event
Children of all ages enjoed petting Walker, left, and Hershcel, right, two young oxen owned by Tiller's International. The event was sponsored by the Historical Association of South Haven and the South Haven Center for the Arts. The kids said the pair were sweet, mellow and soft to the touch. The young oxen weigh nearly 800 pounds each and will eventually weigh in at 2000 pounds. HASH put on the event to demonstrate how draft animals were used for farming by the early settlers of South Haven.
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October 08, 2004
Sunflower Cafe Adds Zesty Espresso Drinks
You can now go to the Sunflower Cafe and order steamy lates and other espresso drinks. Stop by and get your morning lift. With sidewalk cafes and espresso bars, South Haven is becoming a bit European. There are now four downtown eateries with espresso beverages.
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October 05, 2004
The Book House Opens Its Doors
Michael and Cherie Christian bought KC Books and have opened The Book House at 330 Eagle Street. The new owners have given the place a fresh look that is pleasant and inviting. They will be filling some of the void that was left because of Majerek's recent closing. The Book House will carry 100 different magazines ranging from mainstream news and current events to popular social magazines and periodicals for hobbyists and collectors. While most of their used books are paperbacks, they also have used hardbound books, new titles, rare books and comic books. They will also special order books.
The Book House is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Sundays they will be carrying the Sunday editions of the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal. Stop by and check it out, or call 637-5381.
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