Veterans can take advantage of special perks offered by businesses across Northwest Indiana! From free meals and sweet treats to special discounts, restaurants, shops, hotels and more are showing their appreciation for those who served. Here you’ll find plenty of year-round “thank you” deals waiting along with Veterans Day specials. Just don’t forget your military ID — and maybe an empty stomach…
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Hey all, Mr. Pierogi here. I don’t know all about you, but I had a fantastic summer! Living in Da Region is a beautiful thing with all its great events and festivals. I don’t think you can go a weekend here and not have something going on. It’s one of the things that makes living around here so…
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From Oktoberfests and harvest time fun tospooky Halloween trails and brew and wine fests, here's a look at what fall events you can expect in Northwest Indiana all season long! …
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It's full steam ahead for Cedar Lake historians to take visitors on a floating tour through time! At theMuseum at Lassen’s Resort, the Cedar Lake Historical Association in partnership with the Hesston Steam Museum launched its Steam through History program which allows visitors to get a glimpse of the town's past on a 1915 steamboat, named Steamer Dewey, captained by Jerry Beno of Chicago. This summer the South Shore CVA staff had the pleasure of taking the historic trip…
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From carnivals and cultural celebrations to art fairs and an air show, cities and towns across the South Shore come alive in the summer with tons of festivals. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store—so you can start planning your ultimate summer of fun…
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The South Shore has always been a region of opportunity. But as we look toward the future, it’s clear we can no longer afford to do things the way they've always been done. Today, we stand at a critical moment—one that calls for fresh thinking, bold ideas and a renewed commitment to the people who…
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Header photo from Marilyn's Bakery Get your paczki for Fat Tuesday - March 4, 2025! 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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As President and CEO of the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority and a lifelong resident of Lake County, I have witnessed firsthand the remarkable progress of Northwest Indiana. Located at the crossroads of America, our region is emerging as a key driver of innovation and growth—not only for Lake County but for the entire state of Indiana…
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Celebrated on April 22nd each year is Earth Day. Although we should be mindful of our environment every day of the year, April 22nd is more of a movement to help inspire, challenge ideas, ignite passion and motivate people to action. Here are my top places in Northwest Indiana to be inspired by nature…
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Northwest Indiana, situated on the South Shore of Lake Michigan, is a shining example of a cooperative relationship between tourism and community vitality. This region, anchored by Lake County, is known for its natural beauty, cultural richness, and vibrant experiences…
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