Stephanie Smith
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Stephanie Smith, Manager of Communications & Social Media

Stephanie, aka South Shore Steph, is the Manager of Communications & Social Media at the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority. She's a native of Northwest Indiana and loves riding her bike on all the trails and visiting local restaurants and breweries.

Embrace the Magic of the Holidays at Fair Oaks Farms

As winter's chill begins to settle in, Fair Oaks Farms transforms into a festive holiday retreat, welcoming families to celebrate the season in style, make lasting memories, discover the perfect gifts, and enjoy effortless holiday hosting. With seasonal shopping, unique dining experiences, special hotel packages, and much more, here are some of our favorite ways to embrace the holidays at Fair Oaks Farms…

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Coffee Shops in Northwest Indiana

Whether you're a seasoned barista, a coffee connoisseur, or simply someone who loves the comforting aroma of a fresh brew in the morning, you've come to the right place. Here #alongthesouthshore, we’re passionate about everything coffee! From exploring unique blends and roasting techniques to sharing brewing tips and diving into the rich history of coffee, we’re here to fuel your caffeine curiosity.Check out this list of some of the unique coffee shops from all around the region…

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FALLing in Love with the South Shore - Outdoors, Apples, Events and More!

There's nothing quite like the feeling of fall when you step outside on a cool, crisp morning and spot the first hints of orange and yellow leaves scattered among the green trees. Despite the chilly weather on the horizon, we can't help but love every aspect of autumn and everything it brings. We're ready for fresh apples and pumpkins,apple-cinnamon donuts, corn mazes, Oktoberfests, pumpkin beer, colorful trails, wildlife viewing, and more…

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Align Your Chakra in NWI on International Yoga Day

For International Yoga Day, people around the world are all set to take out their yoga mats and start exercising. This is a relatively new holiday, but yoga itself is an ancient art that refreshes the mind and soothes the soul. The date of June 21 was chosen as it is the Summer Solstice, the day where there is the most sun out of every other day of the year. Here are some yoga events going on along the South Shoreto check out! …

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