Duneland Chamber Express, September 12, 2014

rot1Purdue North Central
PNC Homecoming 2014
Friday, September 12 @ 6:00 pm

Purdue North Central invites alumni, students, friends and the community to its Homecoming event with PNC Alumni Association's fireworks show by Badaboom. Come to the Westville campus to enjoy kids' activities, bounce houses, corn hole, live music and fireworks. Food will be available to purchase from local vendors. Bring your blankets and chairs!

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CrossPointe Christian Church
Beth Moore Living Proof Live Simulcast Event
Saturday, September 13 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

If you've ever enjoyed studying the Word through Beth's Bible studies, you'll love experiencing her teaching via simulcast. Beth's mission is to guide women everywhere into a richer, more fulfilling relationship with the Father. Why? Because the Word of God is real, it's alive, and it works every day. The cost of the simulcast is $15.00 and the price includes lunch (RSVP required for lunch). For tickets please call us at 219.464.3350 or you can purchase tickets at the door.

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United Methodist Men
UMM Breakfast and First Responders
Saturday, September 13 @ 8:00 am

The Chesterton United Methodist Men's Breakfast and meeting will be held on Saturday, September 13 at 8:00 A. M. The UMM will be presenting the NEW Edition of the "Strength for Service Daily Devotional" for First Responders to the Chesterton Police and Fire Departments. A full breakfast will be served and all men and friends of UMM are welcome to attend.

Chesterton Porter Rotary Club
Port-A-Pit Barbeque
Saturday, September 13 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Stop by 1st Source Bank (South Branch) parking lot for the annual Port-A-Pit Barbeque. Purchase of a ticket guarantees your chicken or pork will be held for you until 1 pm day of sale. Proceeds will fund the local scholarships and community projects.

Chicago Street Theatre
Brunch with Beauty

On Saturday, September 13, we are hosting a special event for guests young and old to join the cast of Beauty and the Beast for brunch. This catered event will be held at the Fellowship Hall of our neighbors at Trinity Lutheran Church and will feature games, activities, photo ops and more! It all starts at 12:30 PM at 201 Washington St. in Valparaiso. Just $15 for Adults (11 & up), $10 for Children (4-10), and Free for 3 and under.

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Hunter's Brewing LLC
Kegs & Eggs
Sunday, September 14 @ 10:30 am - 2:00 pm

Join Hunter's Brewing and Hungry Inc for Kegs & Eggs brunch at the brewery this Sunday! Hungry's brunch menu includes beer-braised brisket hash, cheesy potato casserole, assorted quiches, fresh fruit bar, and more. Hunter's is offering a full tap list plus cider, wine and specialty drinks. Tickets are $35/person and include brunch plus two drinks from the bar. Tickets available online.

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Road to Life Church
Life is Happening!

Join us at Road to Life Church as we begin our series, "TOXIC." Have kids? Bring them along to experience KidTown USA, where they will be learning through high energy worship, teaching, games and more! Road to Life is a thriving church that currently meets every Sunday at Chesterton High School with services at 8:30,10 & 11:30am. Our student ministry, The Avenue, will also be meeting this Sunday at the new Boys and Girls Club building located by the high school. Grades 5-8 will meet at 6 PM and high schoolat 7:30 pm. This is open to all youth! For more information about RTLC or any of our events, please visit our website or call 219.728.6290. You can also follow us on Twitter @roadchurch, find us on Facebook @roadtolifechurch, or stop by and visit us in person at the Living Room Bookstore located in downtown Chesterton. See you soon!

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Chesterton Art Center
Art After Dark Pre-Gala Party

The Chesterton Art Center will host a Pre-Gala Party on Tuesday, September 16 from 5-7 pm. Each person who attends will be included in a drawing to win a pair of tickets to the Art After Dark Gala, held on November 7 at the Sand Creek Country Club. This free event is meant to be an enjoyable time to socialize, munch, and learn more about the Chesterton Art Center with its upcoming Art After Dark fundraising gala. For more information, please see the website.

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McColly Real Estate
Progressive Broker Open
Tuesday, September 16 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Brokers are eligible to win a $125 Gift Card, only after they tour each of the 5 destinations above. Passport Stamps will be given at each location. Bring your cards! GET YOUR PASSPORT at 48 Zane Court and then head over to 142 East 950 North, 1059 North 100 East, 1650 Snead AND 350 Indian Boundary. H'orderves and Desert to be served. Drawing will take place at 7 pm at 350 Indian Boundary (The Gray Goose Inn) *Disclaimer only Real estate Brokers are eligible for the drawing.

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East Wind Studios
September Special!

Purchase any class card and receive a FREE 30 minute massage at East Wind Acupuncture. Free Tuesday Classes at 6:30 pm. September 23 is Beginner Yoga. Upcoming workshops include Sunday, September 21 from 3 - 6pm is Zen and Canvas; join Kathy Eckert from Canvas Escapes for an evening of artistic expression as you paint your own rendition of her piece "Moon". Snacks will be provided. EXTREME DISCOUNT! $35 until September 13!

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Mindful Nourishment
Shopping for Food Workshop
Thursday, September 18 @ 5:30 pm

Come learn about some super simple food scoring systems that will help you make healthier choices on all your favorite products! Food marketing labels and what they really mean. Want to save some $$ on your produce? Learn which fruits and vegetables should be bought in organic and which cheaper, conventional ones are safe. What buying local is all about and where you can find local products in the area. Understanding those confusing ingredient lists. And how to make healthier decisions based on the ingredients list. $25 Per Person - Advanced Registration is required.

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Duneland Family YMCA
Become a Y Member This September

Beginning in September, the Duneland Family YMCA will offer a discounted Joiner's Fee to all new members throughout the month. The Joiner's Fee is usually $50. But, for September, the cost of the Joiner's Fee will depend upon the day you join. On the 1st, the Joiner's Fee will be $1. On the 16th, The Joiner's Fee will be $16. So hurry in to get your best rate! Call the Y for more information, 219.926.4204. Ask for Emily.

East Wind Acupuncture
Unresolved Health Issues?

Pain? Aches? Soreness? How about therapeutic massage? We have some of the top trained therapists in NW Indiana. We take the time to analyze the body to see what is truly causing your aches and pains. Call 219.395.9928 to schedule an appointment. Free Tuesday night classes. September 16 is Pain Management; A Guide to Utilizing Massage Tools. All classes are held at East Wind Studios at 6:30 pm.

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Chesterton Police Department
Spaghetti Dinner Benefit
Friday, September 19 @ 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Come out to Sand Creek Country Club for a spaghetti dinner benefiting Greg Duda who was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma in July 2014. Greg has been a reserve officer with Chesterton Police Department for 10 years. Live entertainment DJ, raffles and cash bar along with dinner. Tickets are $15 per person and kids under 12 are free! Tickets available at the door and at Porter Police Department.

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Taltree Arboretum & Gardens
Indiana University A Capella
Friday, September 19 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Come jam with Indiana University's hit a capella group, Another Round! The group is sure to entertain with their unique vocal-only remix style of popular classic and modern melodies. Sponsored by Cathy Hodges Memorial Fund, Indiana Dunes Tourism and Lakeshore Public Media.

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Curves
National Open House

Curves of Chesterton will be hosting a National Open House honoring "me time" September 15-20. New members can receive 30 days free when signing up and a free workout. During the Open House week, new Members will have the opportunity to work out on the Curves circuit, experience Curves Workouts with Jullian Michaels, which are full body workouts that change each month, health assessments and other raffles and giveaways. Curves is located at 709-1 Plaza Dr., 219.929.5592.

El Salto Mexican Restaurant
10 Year Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, September 20 @ 4:00 pm

Come out and celebrate Chesterton's El Salto 10 year anniversary! There will be food and drink specials along with a live DJ, Folklorico Dancers and musical entertainment provided by "Highnoon Band". Check the website for more information.

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Prompt Ambulance
Taste of Care
Thursday, September 25 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

The Lake County Taste of Care will be held Thursday, September 25 from 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm at the Avalon Manor in Merrillville. See Chefs compete and enjoy a taste of their wonderful foods! Vote for the People's Choice Award! Raffle prizes! Proceeds benefit Honor Flight Chicago and NW Indiana Veterans Build a partnership of Habitat for Humanity and NWI Veterans Action Council. For tickets please visit the website or call 219.510.4861.

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Reins of Life
Fall Clean Up Day
Saturday, September 27 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Reins of Life will hold its annual Fall Clean-up Day on Saturday, September 27th. Bring your friends, family members and service organizations. We will be sprucing up around our facility in Michigan City to get it ready for the upcoming Dressage Show as well as the winter weather. Bring your favorite pair of work gloves, rake or cleaning supplies AND don't forget your friends, the more the merrier! Lunch will be served to our hungry helpers! If you have questions, call 574.232.0853. See you there!

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Frontline Foundations, Inc.
RV Raffle

The opportunity to win a Jayco Jay Flight Travel Trailer is here! The price of one raffle ticket is $50 and only 500 tickets will be sold! The Jayco Jay Flight Travel Trailer includes the premium amenities package consisting of a refrigerator, stove, shower, hot water heater, air conditioner, twin bunks, microwave and exterior awning at a suggested retail value of $13,136. The drawing will be held at Frontline's Third Annual Hooked on Art Festival on Saturday, September 27 at 3:30pm in Thomas Centennial Park. Raffle tickets are available for purchase from our Festival sponsors Lakeside Wealth Management (407 W. Indiana Ave in Chesterton) and Camp-Land RV (1171 Lions Dr. in Burns Harbor). Please call 219.728.1638 for more info.

M.O.M.s Method INC
Teacher Appreciation Special!

We want to extend a special offer just for teachers. During the month of September all teachers are eligible to purchase our 30 day unlimited class package for only $99! With a normal value of $149 this is an amazing offer, so don't miss out! We have classes at 6 pm Monday through Thursday, and 8:30 and 9:45 am Saturday and Sunday to fit into your school schedule! This offer can only be purchased over the phone or in person at the studio, so call us at 219.929.1550.

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NeighborLink
RePurpose Place of NeighborLink Now Open!

The RePurpose Place is a non-profit retail store selling new and gently used building materials, appliances, furniture, cabinetry, counter tops, kitchen and bathroom fixtures, lumber, drywall and more to support the mission of NeighborLink Porter County. Hours of operation are Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 10-4 and Saturday, 9-2. Donations are accepted during these hours as well. NeighborLink Porter County is a nonprofit organization that invites Porter County residents to seek free assistance from their neighbors, and invites Porter County residents to join volunteer project teams to provide free assistance to those who are marginalized in the community.

Community Prayer Breakfast
Monday, October 8 @ 7:30 am - 9:00 am

For 13 consecutive years, the Duneland community has hosted a prayer breakfast patterned after the National Prayer Breakfast gatherings in Washington, DC. This year's speaker is Gary Varvel, syndicated cartoonist at the Indianapolis Star. Tickets are available at Anton Insurance, Duneland Chamber of Commerce, Duneland Family YMCA, The Chesterton Tribune and Duneland Resale in Chesterton, and at Anton Insurance in Valparaiso. The cost of the ticket is $20 each or $160 per table of 8. Checks can be made payable to CPB. If you have questions or would like to order tickets, please call 219.926.8681 or email CommunityPB2014@gmail.com.

Porter Regional Hospital
Presents Female Urinary Incontinence: It's No Laughing Matter
Wednesday, October 8 @ 6:00 pm

While a hearty laugh may bring it on, urinary incontinence - the uncontrolled loss of urine from your bladder - is no laughing matter. Its symptoms can range from mild leaking after a cough or sneeze to uncontrollable wetting. Join Urologist Dr. Robert Lai to learn more about urinary incontinence, pelvic floor disorders and your best treatment options. The event will be held at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 8 in the Community Room at Porter Regional Hospital, 85 East US Highway 6 in Valparaiso.

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Signature Products Inc.
Special Offer Thru October 2014

If your company is planning to support Breast Cancer Awareness, here are some helpful products from Joel Sutlin and Signature Products, Inc. Full color process, multicolor spot, embroider, rhinestones and glitter on bags available! Offer ends October 31; 200 piece minimum. Call 219.926.9667 or visit the website today.

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Professional Building Services, Inc.
Celebrating 25 Years!

PBS is celebrating 25 years of building award winning projects! We specialize in the Design/Build and Construction Management method of construction delivery. With our extensive experience in commercial, industrial, religious and municipal projects, we can help you build your next project! Our team of experienced designers, builders and business management professionals are ready to provide a building solution for you.

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Hot Diggity Dawg
Apply Today!

Coming Soon Hot Diggity Dawg 2nd location at 119 S. Calumet, Chesterto!. We are now accepting applications. Pick one up at the Hot Dog Cart, inside 119 S. Calumet or call 219.921.9272 and ask for Kim.

Franciscan WorkingWell
2014 Flu Vaccine

This year Franciscan WorkingWell is offering the flu vaccine for the low price of $23.00 per injection with no on-site fee. Please contact us at 219.836.1685 to schedule your appointment.

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