2013 Chocolate Classic in Harbor Country!

Baroda Founders Wine Cellar 8963 Hills Rd Baroda, MI 49101 Ph. 269.426.5222 www.founderswinecellar.com Friday, February, 8, 2013 at 7:30pm Spend an evening with us, tasting seven Baroda Founders wines paired with Vineyards Gourmet Chocolates. Tickets are $30 per couple and includes a complimentary bottle of First Kiss , a delicious red wine with dark chocolate and raspberry flavoring, or Smorleaux , a Merlot with milk chocolate and marshmallow flavors. Yum! Please call for reservations.

Basically Bedrooms 211 S Whittaker St New Buffalo, MI 49117 Ph. 269.231.5090 www.basicallybedrooms.com Saturday-Sunday, February 8-9, 2013 Stop in for chocolate martinis and see how our unique selection of beautiful bedding, furnishings and decorative pillows can enhance the comforts of your home. We also carry sleep wear, gift items and jewelry.

Buchanan Art Center 117 W Front St Buchanan, MI 49107 Ph. 269.697.4005 www.buchananartcenter.org Saturday, February 9, 2013, 10am-4pm Chocolate Day at BAC. Learn about the history of chocolate, make a chocolate Valentine, decorate cupcakes, sample a chocolate fountain! Enjoy the Chocolate bake sale and baking contest. Lots of fun creative activities for all ages! Bid on Creative Valentine’s Day Gift Baskets. Admission:Free(small fee on some activities)

Catherine Doll Fashion for Green Living 5844 Sawyer Rd Sawyer, MI 49125 Ph. 269.426.3958 www.catherinedoll.com Saturday, February 9, 2013 Open house and delicious soap! Hot chocolate will be served along with samples of our own, made-on-the-premise Chocolate mint soap. Enjoy 10% off the Catherine Doll line of clothing – each piece is one-of-a-kind.

Craig Smith Gallery (at Gordon Beach Inn) 16220 Lakeshore Rd Union Pier, MI 49129 Ph. 773.750.7528 www.craigsmithgallery.com Thursday, February 14, 2013. Join us Valentine's Day, for a selection of champagnes and sparkling wines from around the world. Saturday, February 16, 2013. We’ll be serving chocolate martinis and chocolate wine. Each evening will feature unique chocolate pairings, such as cake pops - you have to see them to believe them! - chocolate pergolies, mini- fudge brownies and assorted chocolate treats. From 6pm to midnight.

David’s Delicatessen & Coffee Shop 30 N Whittaker St New Buffalo, MI 49117 Ph. 269.469.7177 David’s will feature chocolate specials across the menu all month long! Saturdays, February 2 & 23, 2013 at 3pm Tasting fee: $5 Join us for a coffee tasting! Discover the nuances of single origin coffees and chocolates from around the world. We also serve homemade pastries, sandwiches, and soups. Try one of our signature Reubens!

Fitzgerald’s of Sawyer 5875 Sawyer Rd Sawyer, MI 49125 Ph. 269.426.FITZ(3489) www.fitzsawyer.com For the love of chocolate! Fitzgerald’s is known for delicious comfort food and February will be extra comfy with chocolate enhanced foods, desserts and cocktails.

Goldberry Woods Bed & Breakfast 9902 Community Hall Rd Union Pier, MI 49129 Ph. 269.469.9800 www.goldberrywoods.com Come out of the cold and relax in one of our eight rooms, each furnished with a double Jacuzzi and gas fireplace. Guests may indulge in homemade breakfasts and snacks featuring chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate!

Greenbush Brewing Co. 5885 Sawyer Rd Sawyer, MI 49125 Ph. 269.405.1076 www.greenbushbrewing.com Greenbush will feature specialty chocolate beers, as well as chocolate-inspired dishes on the menu. Local microbrewery Greenbush brews strange, crazy consistent beers.

Harbert House Bed & Breakfast 13827 Prairie Rd Harbert, MI 49115 Ph. 269.231.5111 www.harberthouse.net A luscious chocolate sour-cream marble nut coffee cake is the take away for overnight guests...a reminder of sweet dreams on a perfect get-away.

Harbor Country Day Spa 17 W Mechanic St New Buffalo, MI 49117 Ph. 269.469.7711 www.harborcountrydayspa.com Pamper yourself with CHOCOLATE! We are offering 25% off our healthful, chocolate massage, facials, body scrubs, manicures and pedicures. After treatments, enjoy a chocolate fortune cookie with a chocolate-infused glass of wine from Founders Wine Cellar. Call about our package pricing.

Harbor Country Store 530 S Whittaker St New Buffalo, MI 49117 Ph. 269.469.5409 www.harborcountry.org Now available, the Harbor Country Chocolate Classic Cookbook, a treasure of chocolate recipes, from savory to sweet! Order your copy online or by calling. Ingredients:helpful hints, interesting tidbits, and chocolate recipes of course!

Harbor Country Partners in Education for Tomorrow(HCPET) 16220 Lakeshore Rd (Timothy’s Restaurant – event location) Union Pier, MI 49129 RSVP 269.469-0900 (269.449.1232 HCPET) Friday, February 8, 2013, 7:30pm Dinner at 8, Murder at 9! The historic setting of Timothy’s Restaurant is perfect for this Murder Mystery Dinner. Tickets: $65 person. A portion of the ticket price is a donation to HCPET and is tax-deductible. Funds will go toward scholarships for local high school students.

Hey U.G.L.Y. (Unique Gifted Lovable You) www.heyugly.org www.laughtercising.org Raise the bar and awareness against bullying! Newman’s Own Organics scrumptious Organic Dark Chocolate bars paired with CHUCKLES, a cd containing 60 minutes of contagious laughter, prompted by “Laugh it Off” and produced by Hey U.G.L.Y.

Jimmy’s Bar & Grill 18529 Harbor Country Dr New Buffalo, MI 49117 Ph. 269.469.2100 www.jimmysnewbuffalo.com February specials include $5 Chocolate Martinis and $5 chocolate desserts. Lunch, dinner, cocktails - Jimmy’s serves great food in a great atmosphere!

JLN Studios, LLC 35 S Whittaker St New Buffalo, MI 49117 Ph. 269.469.6220 www.jlnstudio.com Thursday-Sunday, February 14-17, 2013. Noon-5pm. JLN Studio will be exhibiting the artwork of Julie Nitz at Lake Interiors, 425 S Whittaker. In celebrating chocolate, the theme is all about creature comforts, fine design and excellent taste in home decor!

Lake Interiors, Inc 425 S Whittaker St New Buffalo, MI 49117 Ph. 269.231.5434 Thursday-Sunday, February 14-17, 2013. Noon-5pm. Enjoy chocolate dessert and wine while shopping our exquisite selection of home décor and furnishings. We feature unique home accessories, gift items, lighting, antiques and furniture.

Little Princess Treasures 122 N Whittaker St New Buffalo, MI 49117 Ph. 269.586.2275 www.littleprincesstreasures.com Thursday-Monday, February 14-18, 2013. Receive a FREE chocolate bar along with a 10-30% discount on entire purchase. (Discount excludes Trumpette.) Little Princess Treasures Children’s Boutique is your source for the hottest trends in tiny treasures, children’s gifts and clothing.

Milda’s Corner Market 9901 Townline Rd (at Red Arrow Hwy) Union Pier, MI 49129 Ph. 269.469.9880 www.milda.us All month long…Chef Milda will offer specials on bacon and chocolate-themed culinary delights! Folks who’ve tasted, now crave her chocolate covered bacon strips and chocolate bacon brownies! Milda's carries Lithuanian, European, & Asian Specialties with products from over 40 Countries!!!

Millie’s Antiques 13815 Red Arrow Hwy Harbert, MI 49115 Ph. 269.231.5110 www.milliesantiques.com Beginning February 8, Friday-Monday, 11am-5pm Visitors will delight in homemade chocolate-chip cookies as they discover the many treasures at Millie’s Antiques. Peruse the wonderful selection of collectibles, vintage to modern. Toys, dolls, linens, jewelry, furniture, glassware, pottery and more!

Musikantow Studio 107 N Whittaker St (in Michigan Thyme Shops) New Buffalo, MI 49117 Ph. 269.469.3470 Saturday, February 2, 2013. 1-5pm. Chocolate and wine pairings will introduce the hand-made Chocolate JEMS. Musikantow Studio exhibits local, national and international artwork in a variety of styles.

New Buffalo Arts Council 500 Water St (event @ New Buffalo Yacht Club) New Buffalo, MI 49117 Ph. 312.282.4486 (Tickets available by phone or website) www.nbfac.org Sunday, February 10, 2013 “Music for the Soul: A Love Affair” performed by the Chamber Winds Woodwind Quintet. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with unique arrangements, encompassing all musical periods. Enjoy Baroque era to modern popular music, Broadway tunes and other familiar hits! Chocolate reception at 4pm, performance begins at 5pm. Tickets $15, adults. Students are free.

New Buffalo Business Association New Buffalo, MI 49117 Ph. 269.469.9690 or 888.660.6222 www.newbuffalo.org Saturday, February 2, 2013 Bev’s Second Season Ball “A Chocolate Fantasy” 10-year Anniversary. The Ball will be held at Four Winds Casino-Silver Creek Event Center, 11111 Wilson Rd, New Buffalo. Open bar 6:30-7:30pm featuring chocolate martinis and hors d’ouvres, followed by a sit-down dinner, and mini-desserts including a cascading 4-tier chocolate fountain. Dance to the live band and participate in the silent auction. Tickets, $75 person. Winter Fest, downtown New Buffalo. Free sleigh rides noon-5pm. Ice sculpting noon-4pm.

New Buffalo Savings Bank (3 locations) 45 N Whittaker St, New Buffalo 49117 Ph. 269.469.2222 6485 Sawyer Rd, Sawyer 49125 Ph. 269.426.3100 6701 W US Hwy 12, Three Oaks 49128 Ph. 269.756.2222 www.newbuffalosavings.com Guess how many “gold” chocolate coins in the jar. Increase your chances of winning a special cash prize by visiting all three of our Harbor Country locations.

Pablo’s Café Grill & More 12857 Three Oaks Rd Sawyer, MI 49125 Ph. 269.426.8400 www.pablosgrill.net Adults may enjoy peppermint hot chocolate, made with whipped crème vodka! Enjoy a lively Latin inspired menu - casual dining for friends and family.

PASTA-bilities & Spices 107 N Whittaker St (in Michigan Thyme Shops) New Buffalo, MI 49117 Ph. 269.612.8797 www.pasta-and-spices.com Enjoy a 10% discount on Dark Chocolate Linguine and Chocolate Balsamic. It makes a quick, delicious dessert. Cook pasta for 4 minutes, then top with whipped cream and bananas or berries. Drizzle Chocolate Balsamic on top! Come and see our tremendous variety of pastas, spices, sauces, and more.

Radio Harbor Country - WRHC 106.7fm PO Box 101 Three Oaks, MI 49128 Ph. 269.756.9742 www.radioharborcountry.org Tune into WRHC-106.7fm and hear community radio at its best! Enjoy chocolate without the calories, noon-1pm, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Friday during the month of February. Radio Harbor Country just celebrated 7 years of broadcasting in Harbor Country.

Sawyer Home & Garden Center 5865 Sawyer Rd Sawyer, MI 49125 Ph. 269.426.8810 www.sawyergardencenter.com Every weekend of February, Chocolate and Wine pairings will be featured from noon-5pm! Stop in for special dessert samplings both weekends: February 9-10 and February 16-17 from noon-3pm. Remember we also stock fresh produce, and a full selection of wine and beer.

Seasons Harvest, Inc 13686 Red Arrow Hwy Harbert, MI 49115 Ph. 269.469.7899 www.seasonsharvest.com Sample our five varieties of dark chocolate dessert toppings (Chocolate Overture, Raspberry Chocolate, Peanut-butter Chocolate, Cherry Chocolate, & Chocolate Fondue.) Delectable serving suggestions: fondue, bananas, rich homemade cookies, fudge, truffles, milk shakes, ice cream, chocolate pie. Our 12oz & 16oz Chocolate dessert toppings will be 1/3 off in February.

Skip’s Restaurant 16710 Lakeshore Rd New Buffalo, MI 49117 Ph. 269.469.3341 www.skipsrestaurantandcatering.info February 23, 2013, 6-8pm Skip’s hosts the Annual Harbor Country Chocolate Classic Bake-off! This menagerie of chocolate goodies showcases some of the best chefs and chocolate bakers in the area! Guests get to taste and vote for their favorite! Adding to the chocolaty goodness, Skip’s will feature our signature chocolate martini and lava cake ala mode at discounted prices for the entire month of February.

St Julian Winery 9145 Union Pier Rd Union Pier, MI 49129 Ph. 269.469.3150 www.stjulian.com Indulge your chocolate fantasy for the entire month of February. Grey Heron Vodka Martinis-Double Chocolate Truffle, Chocolate Caramel and Tiramisu - $5.00. Enjoy Chocolate Cup Cordials with Catherman’s Port, Solera Cream Sherry or Founder’s Pride - $2.00. Selected wine and chocolate pairings - $10.00.

Susan Fredman at Home 15998 Red Arrow Hwy Union Pier, MI 49129 Ph. 269.469.9640 www.susanfredmanathome.com Chocolate Lovers Unite in the cozy, luxury of Susan Fredman at Home! Perfect pairings of home décor, gourmet chocolates, local wines and a hot cocoa bar with goodies galore! Shop like a designer and a chocolate enthusiast!

Sweet Pea Studio 5794 Sawyer Rd Sawyer, MI 49125 Ph. 269.426.4359 www.sweetpeastudio.net Visit Sweet Pea Studio for a romantic setting, filled with Valentine gifts and accessories for your home. Enjoy hand- painted heart cookies – free bag with every purchase! Sweet Pea features hand-painted furniture, gorgeous hand- painted tin tiles, home-accessories and unique gifts.

Timothy’s Restaurant 16220 Lakeshore Rd Union Pier, MI 49129 Ph. 269.469.0900 www.timothysrestaurant.com Come for dinner, stay for dessert…chocolate-themed drinks and delectable desserts will be featured. Choose from our diverse menu, full bar and substantial wine list. Chef Timothy specializes in Fresh seafood dishes.

Mark your calendars for the Chocolate Soiree hosted by the Chocolate Classic Committee! Join us Thursday, February 28 th from 6-8pm at Timothy’s Restaurant. Light appetizers, cash bar and some fine mingling amongst fellow chocolate-lovers. Admission: one non-perishable food item or cash donation, to benefit the Harbor Country Food Panty. Stay for dinner and choose from Timothy’s 10 for $10 menu – select from ten entrees priced at $10 each. Dinner reservations are recommended.

Thank you to the 2013 Chocolate Classic Sponsors!

Blue Fish Vacation Rentals – New Buffalo Savings Bank – ReMAX Harbor Country