Valentine's Day Gifts from the Region
If you’re looking for that perfect gift for your special someone, look no further! Here are some spots in Northwest Indiana where you can find a romantic Valentine’s Day gift…
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Category: Shopping
Where to Buy Unique and Memorable Holiday Gifts Along Lake Michigan’s South Shore
Finding the perfect gift for loved ones can feel daunting, but Indiana’s South Shore area makes it easy with our charming holiday gift shops. From wellness essentials to one-of-a-kind treasures, you’re set to discover unique gifts for everyone on your list. Dive into our guide to the best places to make your holiday shopping a breeze. Happy gifting…
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Shop Small in Northwest Indiana
Skip the big-name stores and check out some of these unique, local shops throughout Northwest Indiana! You'll find something for everyone on your list from home decor and hand-crafted treasures to self-care and Christmas-related items. …
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Shop the South Shore's Downtowns and Neighborhoods
Explore some of the South Shore's best downtowns and neighborhoods to shop local! Find antiques, clothing, unique gifts, home goods, handcrafted treasures, records, candy, toys and so much more. Downtown Crown Point In the beautiful city of Crown Point, you can check out the architecture while you…
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Record Stores Throughout the Region
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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Back to Square One: Crown Point, Indiana
It's been 20 years since I stepped foot in the Crown Point square. I was three years old, bouncing down the sidewalk toward my first ballet class, tutu and mother in tow. Surely the only thing more exciting than my class was the treat my mom would buy from our friend, affectionately known as the “Hot Dog Lady”. She was a Crown Point legend back in the day. Looking at the square now having been gone for twenty years, it seems that nothing and everything has changed. The old hometown feeling and soul of the town still exists but the building facades have changed a bit. Being born in Crown Point allowed me to enjoy the downtown area when I was very young, but after moving to Connecticut with my family at age four, walks down memory lane were few and far between when we would take trips back to the region…
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Top 10 Souvenirs along the South Shore
Indiana turns 200 this year! As part of the Bicentennial Celebration we've compiled our Top 10 lists…
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Holiday Shopping at the Indiana Welcome Center
As the holiday season draws near, I always find myself struggling to cross a few people off my "to…
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Make Mine Mescolare: A home chef's dream shop
Nestled in the basement of the historic Crown Point Courthouse, in downtown Crown Point, Indiana…
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Newton County, Indiana - Still a little bit wild
As you travel south of Chicago along I-65 or US Highway 41, the landscape changes, the suburban…
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