Workshop teachers how to grow, use herbs in tea
While taking care of her grandmother, Dena Ristau utilized her creativity to blend various herbs grown from her garden with their daily tea. The Dunes Learning Center (DLC) educator felt...
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Learning to sail at Hammond Marina
Learning to maneuver a sailboat is no easy task. But the Hammond Marina Community Sail-A-Way Program is taking the mystery out of learning this unique skill. The program was established...
Veterans wellness session focuses on healthy cooking, smoothies
Residents in NWI Veterans Village are learning quite a bit since they partnered with Methodist Hospital for a year-long wellness program. The weekly sessions focus on a properly managed diet,...
Hammond co-working business offers a new way to work
For those working at home or needing a separate space for various business purposes, a new option has arrived in Hammond in the form of greenCOW coworking. "We were tenants...
Rock ‘n’ Rails launches fall festival lineup
As the roster of summer festivals in northwest Indiana comes to a close, the fall fairs are just beginning. Griffith's annual Rock 'n' Rails Music & Street Festival recently lined...
Hobart’s Matthys honored for promoting environmental programs for students
Debbie Matthys began formulating her career choice when she was in first grade. She vividly remembers the anticipation of looking forward to each school day. "My teacher was wonderful. She...
Fans flock to Beatles Fest for music, camaraderie
Genie Castillo, of Valparaiso, was looking for a unique way to celebrate her son Ray Paz's birthday. While discussing options, Ray mentioned attending the 2017 Beatles Fest celebration in downtown...
Folklore group discovers the art of telling a story
Before the Family Folklore Foundation (FFF) brings its recent storytelling project to fruition this month, participants are preparing in various ways. Their upcoming show, "Shoreline Stories from the Heart" is...
Polka party like a ‘big Polish wedding’
According to many of the visitors to this year's Polka Party at the Hammond Marina, the event was, "Just like one, big, Polish wedding." Indeed, the day's schedule included live,...
Local authors talk books, inspiration at Author Fair
Visitors to the recent Author Fair at the East Chicago Public Library found more than the usual five-minute 'stop by' at the display tables. A full evening's agenda began with...