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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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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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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If you’re a coffee shop connoisseur, Northwest Indiana is the place to be! Check out this list of some of the unique coffee shops from all around the region…
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Eureka! You have come across our list featuring 2023 Easter Sunday brunches and events throughout Northwest Indiana. We've put together a list of region restaurants offering dine-in Easter brunch. With limited capacities, make sure to make your reservations before they sell out! We've also added…
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Spring Break is here, and there is nothing worse than a house full of bored kiddos for a week. Luckily, there is plenty to do in northwest Indiana, both inside and out! Here are some places to go and things to do throughout the region for you and your family to escape boredom…
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Savor the South Shore, the region’s 9th annual Restaurant Weeks, kicksoff Monday, February 27 and will continue thru March 12, 2023! Maybe there's a restaurant you haven’t tried yet or a favorite that you haven’t been to in a while, Savor the South Shore is the perfect time to check them out. This amazing event means it’s time to go to as many restaurants as possible for lunch and dinner in a span of two weeks. With 26 different restaurants participating in the region, there will be plenty of variety and some great deals. …
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Sláinte! tothe South Shore! Get ready to embrace Irish traditions along the South Shore! Below you will find fun ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Northwest Indiana. Make sure to share your four-leaf clover-inspired outfits and mugs of green beer using #AlongTheSouthShore…
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Every March, maple trees in the South Shore awaken with the warmer days of springtime and the sap begins to flow. Several parks in Northwest Indiana take part in this special time of year to show us all the sweet treats that the maple trees give us. Head to one of these local parks in Northwest Indiana to learn more about the history and process of Maple Syrup…
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Header photo from Marilyn's Bakery Get your paczki for Fat Tuesday - February 21, 2023! Paczki, pronounced “poonch-key,” are beloved fried pastries filled with jelly or cream, sprinkled with powdered sugar, and a Polish tradition. These pastries are tremendously popular in Northwest Indiana as we have one of the largest Polish American populations…
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