Real Food Blends turns a family need into healthy options for tube feeding world-wide. West Side Theater Guild produces a short film that explores the generational divide. Patina Vintage offers a unique shopping experience for Hip, Hand-Picked, Curated Collections of True Vintage. And much more.
Welcome Project explores how where we’re from informs who we are. Many of us take the comfort of three meals a day for granted, but many families don’t know when their next meal will be. The Food Bank of NWI is helping provide healthy food and resources to those in need. In Valpo, Misbeehavin’ Meads delivers a different experience from other purveyors of wine and ciders. And more.
The Welcome Project recounts a young girl's transition of moving from Chicago's Cabrini-Green Housing Project to Valparaiso. The importance of STEM and bringing power to NIPSCO's customers. Team Combat is an immersive mission based laser combat experience. Bombers BBQ offers classic barbecue with a simple recipe for maximum flavor.
Chellberg Farm is a working farm within Indiana Dunes National Park. Chemshaw DonutZ offer donuts and comics. Don Quijote's Chef Carlos shares a taste of Spain. Valparaiso University's Welcome Project. NIPSCO shares the importance of STEM and how it relates to bringing utilities to its customers.
The story behind the restoration of the Gary Aquatorium. The Illiana Derby Dames roller derby is more than bruises and bashes. Chef Tammy of Asparagus shares her inspiration behind an asian-fusion inspired dish. The Closet is a collection of vintage goods with a focus on fashion. We continue to our partnership with Valparaiso University and share a selection from the Welcome Project.
Thrill seeker Matt Valuckis visits River Edge Adventure, tip-toeing through treetop adventures and flying from tree to tree on zip lines. Two brothers turn family tradition and a DIY work ethic into Da Portable Rican, a successful food truck. Doug Remschneider introduces his honey farm and the health benefits of honey. Natural Resource Branch Chief Gia Wagner guides us on our exploration of Miller.
Humane Indiana Wildlife Center is dedicated to helping injured or orphaned wildlife. Pondapalooza is a backyard music festival raising funds for cancer relief. Provecho Latin Provisions' unique twist on Spanish and Latin American cuisine. SCA employees and volunteers engage in hands-on service to the land of industrial communities. Blue Top Drive-IN and more.
The Zoppe Circus challenges any notions of what a circus can be. Engineering for Kids provides a place for kids to fly a drone, 3-D print and build robotics. After losing two brothers to gun violence, Aaliyah Stewart decided to get involved, inspire young people and make a change. Rolling Stonebaker makes unique pizzas and all in a wood-fired brick oven on the bed of a 1949 Studebaker. And more.
The clear waters of Haigh Quarry are available for SCUBA. Howe Farm is a family run business with a passion for quality. Taking care of the National Lakeshore is a big responsibility for the park and the community. Patina Vintage offers curated collections of true vintage. At Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum you can walk through trains, take a ride, and drive a locomotive. And more.
Float Sixty offers sensory deprivation tanks and cryotherapy. 18th Street Distillery makes us a tiki-themed cocktail. Historical Gary Aquatorium. Librarium Gaming Cafe offers coffee and board games. For RE. Think Church participates in National Serve Day helping revitalize Campagna Academy.
Mr. Pierogi vies for induction to the Mascot Hall of Fame. Advanced simulation, virtual reality and 3D technologies are applied to real-world scenarios at PNW's CIVS. Deep River Grinders enjoy a game of baseball by its original rules of 1858. Shirley Williams volunteered 300 hours to qualify for her new home through Habitat for Humanity and turned her gratitude into a passion for helping others.
A pink piano is rolled down the street to be played by the public with a desire to encourage public displays of artistic expression. Rowsup, is a unique combination of paddleboarding, personal fitness and yoga. Mermaid Straw leads in local efforts to keep our environment clean and vibrant. Woof Life specializes in quality products to help dogs and cats lead longer, happier and healthier lives.
Steel Wheels BMX offers year-round opportunities, for riders of all ages and skill levels. Friendship Botanic Gardens features some world famous gardens. Midwest Sundowners RC club is a passion for all things that fly. In 1919 the Hammond Pro's would play in a game that would lead to the foundation of the NFL. One tip jar and many thousands of dollars later, Cafe Fresco has a knack for giving back.
The First Tee of Lake County offers golf lessons to young people who might not otherwise have a chance to play the game. MAAC provides free training for Firefighters, EMS, Law Enforcement and community groups at no cost. At Sandy Acres Clydesdales, you can get up close and personal with some truly majestic animals. Valpo Velvet Shoppe churns up ice cream that is a Valparaiso hometown favorite.
At Reins of Life, riding and working with horses can have meaningful impact. Smugglers Coffee creates distinctive, barrel-aged coffees, one batch at a time. Up Your Alley offers laser tag, axe throwing and live music. Old Joliet Prison, a correctional facility with architecture and historical significance. Albanese is a big part of Northwest Indiana, serving up delicious candies and chocolate.
The Shedd Aquarium shares what it’s like to work with penguins. For 15 years the Midwest Training and Ice Center has cultivated hockey in the region. Project Listen Up! brings to life a musical representation of the South Shore Line. Century of Progress Homes reveal how bold and aspirational visions of the past often lead us to a new understanding of our current times.
Windy City Kite Sports is dedicated to helping burgeoning kiteboarders catch the stoke. Shedd Aquarium gives one of their long-term residents, Amigo the Yellow Spotted Amazon Turtle, a monthly check-up. Pollinators are a keystone species that affect our everyday life.
The Driftwood Collective is helping to keep skateboarding alive in NWI. The Shedd Aquarium is helping conserve aquatic areas in our region. The Indiana Dunes offers bio-diverse habitats that attract a variety of bird species. The Challenger Learning Center’s proves that science is for everyone.
Soundgrowler Brewing Co. created a unique experience with doom yoga.Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium is making efforts to preserve aquatic areas in our region. Rowsup is a unique combination of paddleboarding, personal fitness and yoga. Reins of Life uses the majestic presence of horses to change lives. The Old Lighthouse Museum is preserving the history of Michigan City.
NWI Fencing Club is spreading their love for the sport. Stephanie Brockman is a balloon artist twisting dreams into a reality. Pondapalooza is a gathering of friends and neighbors celebrating music as a way to do some good. Friendship Botanic Gardens is one-hundred-and-five acres of tranquility. The Buckley Homestead is preserving the history of a living farm.
13-year-old Eric Plath is the Owner/Operator of Plath Paddle Co. Fort Knox Paintball offers a fun experience in a variety of scenarios. Warhammer is a war fantasy inspired tabletop board game. Find your peace at Lakeside Lavender. Valpo Velvet Ice Cream is made from only the finest ingredients by The Brown family since 1947.
Bowler Man Confections is a family run shop and home to many unique and rustic treats. The Galloping Ghost Arcade is the largest arcade in the world. Highland Cruise Night is a place for classic cars. Harbor Country Adventures offers in depth boat tours of the lakeshore. The Hammond Pro's were a semi-pro football club that would play in a game that would lead to the foundation of the NFL.
Habitat for Humanity of NWI volunteers have a generational impact on families. MAAC offers training for first responders at no cost to the individual or organization. History of Pharmacy Center puts the storied past of medicine on display. Field to Vase is an affordable way to express creativity through the beauty of flowers.
Washington Park Zoo offers the wonder of exotic animals along the lakefront. The Hand-crafted cocktails, elevated comfort food and laid-back atmosphere of 18th Street Distillery can make anyone feel at home. 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. Road To Life Worship Team lead.
The Hammond Sail-A-Way Program offers a 6 session sailing course. Blue Top Drive-In serves-up burgers the size of hubcaps and gearheads talking shop over the sound of hot rods rumbling. Cooked in a brick oven on the bed of a 1949 Studebaker, The Rolling Stonebaker serves some of the most unique pizza. Steel Wheels BMX offers year-round riding, both indoor and out, for all ages and skill levels.
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.
Shadyhill Speedway dirt track racing is family fun and tradition. It turns out that the unique ecosystems within the dunes are just as much a draw for pollinators as they are for human visitors. Rebuild Together Duneland helps families in need and seniors stay warm, safe, and dry. Laporte County Historical Society Museum provides a historical learning experience.
The Play for Jake Foundation is dedicated to preventing sudden cardiac arrest in athletes. Hamstra Gardens is a peaceful retreat for the community to enjoy. King Hobbies is your one stop shop for all things RC. Schiralli Art Gallery features fresh, homemade food and eccentric art.
Pets N Vets is local service dog training for Veterans in need. Triathlon for dogs and owners to honor our veterans. Tom Clark collects the stories of veterans that made history. Vernon Brown started The Chesterton Brewery to raise funds for organizations that help veterans and first responders.
Transitions Equestrian Center Transitions is an equestrian facility that offers boarding, training, and lesson programs. Shirley Heinze Land Trust continues a legacy of nature preservation. Valpo Soup Co brings the flavors of the world to Valparaiso. MAAC Foundation was created to better serve all public safety professionals, offering free training to the individual or organization.
The Morton Arboretum consists of seventeen thousand acres of manicured grounds, rugged forest, art installations and interactive experiences for children. Disc golf that gives back to the community. Purdue students compete and learn through video games. Lakeshore Paws is dedicated to giving dogs a second chance.
Former MMA fighter Miguel Torres inspires others to find themselves. Fuzzyline Brewing Co. specializes in beer & food made with local ingredients. Fairway Golf offers a virtual experience with great food & drinks. The historical society stepped in to acknowledge the Old Joliet Prison.
Pickleball is a healthy, communal activity for seniors. Tri-Town Safety Village teaches kids about fire, railroad, and water safety. Skateboarding in NWI thrives thanks to a DIY community. Reins of Life is spreading the word on the therapeutic benefits of horseback riding.
Share Foundations is a special residence for other-abled adults. Fresh Fruits Gives provides healthy options for families in need. The Rolling Stonebaker is a mobile, brick pizza-oven dishing out unique options. Northwoods Falls offers a unique indoor/outdoor dining experience.
Run by a high school student, Patchables combine entrepreneurship and community involvement. Sharing Meadows is a unique residence for other-abled adults. Shadyhill Speedway dirt track racing is family fun and tradition. The Morton Arboretum consists of seventeen thousand acres of manicured grounds, rugged forest, art installations, and interactive experiences for children.
Manic Meadery finds culinary creativity in one of the world's oldest drinks. Phil's Friends creates care packages made with love and filled with hope. Find the magic and fun at Harvest Tyme's Unicorn Tyme. Hamstra Gardens is a peaceful retreat for the community to enjoy.