Nothing gets us in the summer spirit more than celebrating Independence Day in Northwest Indiana with fireworks, food trucksand live music! Get the family together for one of the many events happening to celebrate the 4th of July…
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Not everyone can – or wants to – drink alcohol at a celebration. Once upon a time, non-alcoholic cocktails had a boring reputation. Club soda with lime, maybe a Shirley Temple—dull. Now, we're living in a heyday for alcohol-free options that are just as fun, sophisticated, and delicious as their boozy counterparts. Among the plethora of non-alcoholic wine, champagne, beer, and even ABV-free spirits, nowadays it’s easier than ever to avoid drinking without feeling left out. And whether it's for you or not, it's always a good idea to add a fun and refreshing mocktail into the mix! So here are a few places along the South Shore to try some truly tasty mocktails…
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The month of June marks the anniversary of Juneteenth, also known as “Emancipation Day” or “Freedom Day”. Officially observed on June 19, this holiday commemorates the day in 1865 when news of the emancipation proclamation reached Texas, the last Confederate state to practice slavery…
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Looking for the best place to buy your vinyl in the region? Whether you’re a serious collector or just a casual music lover, check out these picks for the best record stores in Northwest Indiana…
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Father’s Day is just around the corner! Whether your dad is a master of bad dad jokes, a serious chef, or a local sports coach, we’ll help you find the right Father’s Day activity around the region. How are you celebrating Father's Day this year? Share photos with us on Facebook or Instagram @AlongtheSouthShore…
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I don’t exactly remember how long ago I got into collecting beach glass, but from the first piece I found, I was hooked. Searching for beach glass quickly became one of my favorite things to do. I love to walk the shoreline after a hike to look for treasure hiding in the rocks. It is so calming and I could literally spend hours searching the shore…
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Memorial Day is the unofficial start to summer funalong the South Shore, but it's also a time to honor the men and women who have died while serving our country. Below are some Memorial Day ceremonies happening throughout Northwest Indiana as well as businesses offering discounts for active military personnel and veterans of armed services to say, ‘thank you!’…
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There are a variety of good fishing spots within the Northwest Indiana area, whether you're looking for a quick trip or an all-day fishing excursion, the region has someplace to suit your needs. Many of these locales offer the ability to fish year-round, though this list is specifically for those…
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Indiana residents kept a secret for many years. Hoosiers knew their Lake Michigan beaches ranked among the top beaches in the world, but other than local residents going to beaches along their city’s lakefront or visitors mostly from another part of Indiana traveling to the Indiana Dunes State Park, few outsiders knew of them…
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Mother’s Day is just around the corner! For all the moms, grandmas, stepmoms, and anyone else who is a mother figure, Mother’s Day is all about them. Enjoy a special day with them at one of these brunches or events around the region…
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