Sunrise Seminars - May 5 8:00-9:30am
Thursday Join us for our free educational seminars once a month! This month, join sponsor Horizon Bank, the Regional Development Company, and Peter Smith with the U.S Small Business Administration educating members on their investments as well as financing and growing business ventures. This breakfast is free to attend but registration is required. Please call 926-5513.
2011 Annual Golf Outing - June 6 Monday
The Chesterton/Duneland Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Outing will take place at Sand Creek Country Club on June 6th. Sponsorship is still available, the deadline for sponsorship is April 29th. Early bird specials for registration ends May 6th. For more information please contact the Chamber at 926-5513.
E-Marketing for Members
Reach over 700 Inboxes while getting the word out about a special event, promotion, service or discount that our members may not know about! This blast will take place every Thursday and will cost $30 per week. We are able to feature up to three members per week, offering a convenient newsletter format for our members while linking to the complete event flyer in your directory listing or your website. Flyers should be in JPEG format as well as no more than 700 pixels wide. If interested, please contact Tiffany today!
European Market Day Deals
In order to help keep dollars in Duneland, the Chesterton/Duneland Chamber is working to comprise a listing of 'Market Day Deals', members offering discounts available on days the European Market is open for shoppers. For example, if Lucrezia would like to offer market shoppers 10% off their lunch and/or dinner on European Market Days, we will comprise a coupon listing for our shoppers for all members wishing to participate. We also distribute a map at the Market, so don't hesitate if you are not a member directly located in the downtown: people will travel for deals! Contact us with your deal and any artwork you’d like included in the sheet.
East Wind Studios Mother’s Day Tie Dye - April 30 10:00-11:00am Saturday
Join East Wind Studios for a Mother’s Day Tie Dye! Kids ages 6 and older will tie dye t-shirts. One for mom and one for themselves. Also stay for yoga or pilates. For more information please call 728-1647.
Westchester Public Library Managing Your Digital Photos - May 4 1:00-4:00pm Wednesday
“Bits and Bytes” will continue at Westchester Public Library with “Managing Your Digital Photos”. The class will take place in the Bertha Wood room on the second floor of Thomas Library, 200 W. Indiana Avenue, Chesterton. Registration is required and is available by calling or visiting the Automation/Serials Department or by visiting the Bits and Bytes page on the library’s website, http://www.wpl.lib.in.us/. Attendees will learn the basics of importing and exporting digital photographs, editing photos, and resizing photos, plus fun things to do. Participants need to be computer literate and proficient with the mouse. For more information, please call the Automation/ Serials Department at 926-7696, extension 25.
IU Health La Porte Free Bereavement Support Group Series - May 4—May 25 5:00-6:30pm
Every Wednesday Indiana University Health La Porte VNA Services will host a free bereavement support group series for the public. “Moving from Grief to Hope and Healing” will be held every Wednesday from May 4 to May 25. All meetings will be held at the First Church of God, 2020 E. Lincolnway in La Porte. Those who have experienced a recent loss or those who are unable to work through their grief are welcome to attend. The support group focuses on the grieving process and offers the support of others undergoing a similar experience. The support group is free and registration is required. To register, call 800.854.6008.
Indiana University Northwest Chick-Fil-A LeaderCast - May 6 7:30am-3:30pm Friday
Indiana University Northwest is hosting the Chick-fil-A Leadercast on the IUN campus for the first time this year. Broadcast live from Atlanta, Voices of Change will be simulcast across the country, including locations at Hawthorn Hall. Light breakfast items and lunch will be provided. Individual tickets are $69, groups of 10 or more are $59 per ticket, and students are $35. Registration and payment with credit card can be done online at www.iunleadercast2011.eventbrite.com, with a slight service charge. Or alternative payment arrangements can be made by calling us at the Center for Management Development on 219-981-4257.
Express Employment Professionals Chick-Fil-A LeaderCast - May 6 7:30am-3:30pm Friday
Express Employment Professionals will host a Chick-Fil-A LeaderCast at Harre Union Hall at Valparaiso University. The cost is $49 per person. Register by April 22nd. Register online at www.expressnwin.com or http://ceourl.com/leadercast. Advance reservations required! Reservation made is a reservation paid.
Indiana Wesleyan University Chick-Fil-A LeaderCast May 6 7:30am-3:30pm Friday
Indiana Wesleyan University will host a Chick-Fil-A LeaderCast at the Star Plaza, Radisson Hotel in Merrillville. Tickets are $49 if purchased by May 5th, $69 if purchased at the door on May 6th and $75 if purchased by May 5th for the dinner as well. Tickets can be purchased by calling (866) 221-0017 or online at http://www.indwes.edu/News/2011/IWU-to-host-leadercast-Event/. Also, ask about their sponsorship opportunities.
Boresha International Open House Tasting & Networking - May 6 7:00-8:30pm Friday
Boresha International is the only doctor-invented, patented fat-burning coffee, chocolate-raspberry latte & fruit-flavored tea in the world. The Open House Tasting will be at the Radisson Star Plaza “Ambassador” Conference Room—800 E. 81st Ave in Merrillville. For more information please contact Bonnie Gorczyca at (219) 669-9779 or go online to www.igetpaidfordrinkingcoffee.com.
Brookdale Sterling House of Valparaiso Antique Road Show - May 7 10:00am-2:00pm Saturday
A representative from JW III Auction Services will be offering free appraisals at Brookdale Sterling House of Valparaiso. Please keep the items smaller in size. Some suggestions of items for appraisal would be jewelry, coins, watches, metals, railroad items, postcards, old newspapers, etc. We will also have vendor booths such as Ford’s Designer Jewelry. Food will be available for a small fee. Dog tug toys, made by the residents of Sterling House, will be sold with proceeds going towards the Alzheimer’s Association. Sterling House is a licensed assisted living located at 2601 Valparaiso St. in Valparaiso. For questions please call 617-5962.
Riley's Railhouse Open House - May 7 11:30am Saturday
Join Riley's Railhouse for their Open House next Saturday! Riley's Railhouse is located in the heart of downtown Chesterton Indiana where you will experience some of the best rail-fan activity in the Midwest. After decades of accumulating railroad antiques, art, and memorabilia; and over two years of extensive restoration and renovation; in 2010 they completed the transformation of Chesterton's old freight station into a venue for our collection. Riley's is located at 123 N 4th St. For more information please call 395-9999.
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar Jazz Night - May 7 9:00pm-12:00am Saturday
Join Applebee's for Jazz Night! A live jazz band will play from 9:00pm til midnight. Also, every Wednesday is Ladies Night which includes wine and martini specials! For more information please call (219) 921-0070
Opportunity Enterprises Bringing American English to Valparaiso - May 8 5:00pm Sunday
A Beatles Tribute Band American English will perform at the Valparaiso University Harre Union Ballroom on May 8th. Tickets are $15 per person, and are available for purchase at the Harre Union Welcome Desk, or on-line at www.oppent.org. Proceeds will benefit the Build OE Lakeside Capital Campaign, and will be matched dollar for dollar by the Dean and Barbara White Family Foundation. To learn more about the band and hear them play, visit the band's website at www.americanenglishbeatles.com. For more information, contact Allison Thomas at 219-464-9621, ext. 239 or allison.thomas@oppent.org.
El Salto Cinco De Mayo - May 7 Saturday
Join El Salto for a Cinco De Mayo Fiesta. There will be face painting, balloons, and food and drink specials. Mariachi from 5-7pm and live entertainment by the Crawpuppies from 8pm-1am. For more information please call 395-8789.
NorthShore Health Centers Women’s Health Week May 9—May 13 Monday—Friday
Join North Shore Health Centers for Women’s Health Week. Receive breast exams, cholesterol profile, pap test and mammograms. Bone Density Screenings will be held on Monday, May 9th at the Lake Station Clinic from 8am-4pm and Wednesday, May 11th at the Portage Scottsdale Clinic from 8am-4pm. All exams and tests are $25. For appointments or more information please call (219) 763-8112.
Chesterton Fire Department - Car Wash May 14 9:00am-1:00pm Saturday
Come by and have your car or truck washed and dried by your Chesterton Firefighters! All proceeds go to benefit children who attend the Hoosier Burn Camp! A donation of $10 is requested.
Housing Opportunities, Inc. 4th Annual Spring Tasting May 14 6:00-9:30pm Saturday
Housing Opportunities will host the 4th Annual Spring Tasting at Old Town Banquet Center, located at 711 Calumet Ave. in Valparaiso. The tasting includes fine wines, spirits and beers. Purchase tickets by May 13th for $40 per person or $75 per couple. Purchase tickets the day of the event for $50 per person. For more information please call (219) 252-5379.
Indiana Dunes Tourism and Porter County Parks & Recreation Spring Out to Sunset May 14 10:00am-3:00pm Saturday
One of the most popular spring events in Porter County is back! Porter County Parks and Recreation will host its annual "Spring Out to Sunset" event at Sunset Hill Farm County Park. This event is guaranteed to be fun for the whole family and will feature kites, canines and much, much more! Hundreds of families attend this event each year. Some of the highlights include the 180GO! Stunt Kite Team, the Indy Dog and Disc Club, inflatable attractions, wagon rides, a kite vendor, food vendors and the Porter County Animal Shelter. The cost is just $5 per car. For more information please call (219) 465-3586.
Porter County Community Foundation Porter County Chamber Coalition Luncheon May 19 12:00pm RSVP by May 13
Homelessness in Porter County, what does it cost our community? An important part of understanding homelessness and housing issues in Porter County and gathering innovative ideas is to engage experts and leaders in the community. The effectiveness of a plan to end homelessness depends on the involvement and ownership of people and organizations like you. During this program, valuable data will be collected with the use of interactive voting pads. The lunch will be at Strongbow Inn and costs $18 per person. If you would like to attend this lunch please RSVP by May 13th to the Porter County Community Foundation at 465-0294.
American Cancer Society We're Celebrating With Action Happy anniversary!
Ten years ago marked the launch of ACS CAN, and we quickly established ourselves as the nation’s leading cancer advocacy organization. This year, we’re celebrating this milestone with action, and we want you to celebrate with us. See all the ways that you can be part of our celebration at www.acscan.org/celebrate.
Comcast Business Services Chamber Affinity Program
Comcast Business Services has joined with the Chamber to offer a great opportunity for NEW clients interested in Internet, Digital Voice or Workplace TV. If you are a member of the Chesterton/Duneland Chamber and do not currently have Comcast for your office, you may contact Dianne Burge at 219-210-9990 or email her at Dianne_burge@cable.comcast.com to get a quote for your business. Comcast offers many levels of internet, with complimentary Microsoft office services, to help move your business to the fast lane!
Regal Rabbit Mother’s Day is May 8th
Give Mom and her friends a Night Out on the Town. Cooking Parties and Gift Certificates are available at Regal Rabbit. Check out regalrabbit.net and shop.regalrabbit.net for their class schedules. Also, stop by Regal Rabbit for their special offers for Mother’s Day. Take $10 off a $50 purchase, $25 off a $100 purchase or $50 off a $250 purchase. For more information please call 395-8814.
Serenity Salon & Spa Mother’s Day Will Be Here Soon
Are you looking for that perfect gift for your mother this year? Why not give her the gift of Serenity? We would love the opportunity to pamper your mom and allow her to relax, refresh and rejuvenate. Gift cards are available for specific services, packages, or dollar amounts. They may be purchased in-store or online at serenityofchesterton.com. For more information please call 921-0300.
Visiting Nurse Association of Porter County Ways Seniors Can Avoid Becoming a Victim
The Visiting Nurse Association of Porter County will present 'Ways Seniors Can Avoid Becoming A Victim' at locations in Lake and Porter counties in May. This informational program will provide attendees with knowledge regarding ways criminals are currently stealing 'personal identity' information, what those criminals are doing with the stolen information and ways the attendees can protect themselves from identity theft. Steps to take should you become the victim of identity theft will also be discussed. May 6th 10:30 a.m. at Merrillville Senior Center at Merrillville High School, May 13th 12:15 p.m. at Village Park Enrichment Center at Banta, May 23rd 2:00 p.m.at Linden House in Hobart, and May 27th 2:00 p.m. at Jamestown Apartments Community Center. For more information and to RSVP, please contact the Visiting Nurse Association at 219-531-8009.