Friends & Neighbors

ROCKaBLOCK boutique apparel focuses on the richness & depth of Black culture. Portabotz - Portage H.S. Robotics team compete at a high level while learning life skills. NWI Rugby Club: If you’re looking for a sport that mixes soccer & football with a dash of wrestling you might find yourself on a rugby pitch. Desi Robertson, Entomologist talks about the impact native pollinators have on the dunes.

All aboard! Hesston Steam Museum transports patrons back in time to experience the marvel of steam engines. The Northwest Indiana Rugby Club is bringing Rugby to the region. Operated by the historical society, Old Joliet Prison, stands to acknowledge the history and infamous baggage of the prison while providing visitors perspective on history and current concerns.

Northern Indiana Service Dogs is impacting the lives of people in a positive way -- four paws at a time.The Region Cat Cafe is helping facilitate cat adoptions. The Indiana Dunes attract migratory birds and birding enthusiasts alike. Four Seasons Equestrian Center offers young riders equestrian training in a safe and positive environment.

Leon's Heroes and Dare2tri offer veterans a comfortable space to bond through sports healing. Veterans Cafe offers a classic American dining experience and gathering place for those who have served. Veterans brewing for Veterans at the Chesterton Brewery.

East Chicago Greenhouse provides fresh grown produce for local community food drives. NWI Ultimate invites players of all skill levels and backgrounds to play ultimate frisbee. Yaggy Road is dedicated to roasting coffee that is responsibly sourced and helping the communities that grow coffee. The Gaming Outpost buys, sells, and trades retro video games.

Northwoods Falls offers a unique indoor/outdoor dining experience with creative takes on comfort food. Four Corners Winery is not only known for the wine, but also events where families come together. Thirteen-year-old Eric Plath combined two family passions, paddling and carpentry, to create Plath Paddle Company. For more than twenty years, Lucrezia has been serving award winning Italian cuisine.

South Shore Sailing School has a mission to promote the sport through education and hands-on experiences. Digging for history at Collier Lodge Site. Building with Lego educates, entertains, and inspires. From a home-cooked idea to a candy empire, Albanese Confectionery. Michigan City Old Lighthouse.

Kersting’s World of Motorcycle Museum stands as a monument to great moments in motorcycle history and three generations of bike fanatics. Family-friendly Shorewood Paintball Field. Steel Wheels BMX began 20 plus years ago as a grass-roots effort to bring a mother's sons and other local BMX enthusiasts together. Today the race course offers year-round opportunities, both indoor and out, for riders.

PFLAG Michigan City is there for the LGBTQ+ Community. Stateline Blueberries operates as a U-Pick Blueberry Farm. Family owned bridal shop. B.A.R.K Rangers Indiana Dunes National Park.

A Day at the Ballpark. All About Art Camp. Project Neighbors provides housing for all. Host Matt Valuckis went behind the bar to make one of their signature cocktails and sat down with owner Drew Fox to discuss the success of the 18th Street brand.