4.04.08
APRIL AT THE CHAMBER
The Staff and Chamber volunteers are busy preparing for the Porter County Career & Job Fair on April 24th at the Chesterton High School Fieldhouse. The morning session 8:30-10:30 am is a Job Fair (Open to the public) and the afternoon session 11:00-1:15 pm is a Career Fair & Speakers Panel for CHS students. The Times Newspaper is our advertising partner for the event. We still have openings for participants. The registration cost is $25 which includes table set up and two lunches. To participate in this year's event, contact June at the Chamber at (219) 926-5513 or jrussell@chestertonchamber.org. I will be happy to email or fax the information to you.
The 8th Grade Reality Store was held on March 20, 2008. A big THANK YOU to all the volunteers. The Reality Store was a huge success due to the efforts of the PIE Committee, our fantastic Chamber volunteers and the Duneland community volunteers.
CHAMBER GIFT CERTIFICATES
Chamber gift certificates are great for Mother's Day, graduations, birthdays and employee incentive/appreciation programs! Give the gift of choice to your family, friends, and co-workers. Because the Chamber specializes in providing a unique gift certificate that is accepted in over 85 participating member locations, your family, friends, and co-workers can enjoy shopping local merchants knowing the dollars stay in DUNELAND!
You can purchase gift certificates at the Chamber office M-F 8:30
- 5:00. Call ahead (926-5513) and we will have them ready. All
major credit cards, checks and cash accepted.
CHAMBER ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES
HWY 49 SIGN - ONLY A FEW OPENINGS REMAIN FOR 2008
There are only a handful of advertising spaces left for 2008. We occasionally get a cancellation, so let us know if you are looking to advertise a particular week. We will contact you in the event of a cancellation. Call the Chamber office at (219) 926-5513 and ask for Sue or June or email info@chestertonchamber.org. We will do our best to accommodate all requests.
CHESTERTON/DUNELAND CHAMBER PAGE
Thanks to the Chesterton Tribune, every Thursday Chamber members can enjoy reduced advertising rates when they advertise on the "Chamber Page". Advertising on the Chamber page in the Tribune benefits both you as a member and the Chamber. Please contact the Chesterton Tribune for further details at 926-1131 and tell them "The Chamber sent you"!
DUNELAND TODAY SPRING ISSUE
The DUNELAND TODAY Spring 2008 issue was delivered to Duneland residents this past week and the response has been fantastic! Thanks to the support of our advertisers, the magazine continues to expand with each issue. The Publications Committe mission is to provide Chamber members with a targeted advertising venue that will showcase their businesses and help increase revenues. Your advertising message will reach 12,000 local houesholds and businesses. DUNELAND TODAY is published 4 times each year and mailed to every household and business in Chesterton, Porter, Burns Harbor, Dunes Acres and Beverly Shores. Free copies are available at the Chamber office and other key locations throughout the Duneland area.
Each issue contains editorial content featuring member businesses, articles of interest to area residents, and information on new members and member anniversaries. We also include pictures from Chamber member's Business After Hours and miscellaneous Chamber and community events.
We hope you will consider advertising in DUNELAND TODAY. It is a huge added value to your Chamber membership and offers expanded exposure for your business. You will be billed as each issue is published. Call the Chamber office at (219) 926-5513 and ask for June to be part of this great advertising opportunity. The ad deadline for the JUNE 2008 issue is April 24, 2008.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
The Blue Butterfly
Mother (Paulette Greenwell) and daughter (Myndi Whiteside) had always wanted to go into business together, so when the 4th Street Market opened at 402 Broadway, Chesterton, they were the first two tenants on opening day May 2007. Myndi started out making soy candles at home and soon added her own line of bath & body products. The business has expanded many times since moving into the shop at 4 th Street and they have also increased their extensive product line which includes jewelry, gifts, collectibles and so much more. Blue Butterfly also offers an online store to shop from; check out www.thebluebutterflyllc.com for more details. Contact them at 219-742-1732 or email thebluebutteryfly@verizon.net . Left to right: Joel Sutlin, Bonnie Trout, Paulette Greenwell, Myndi Whiteside, Florian Steciuch, Sue Raber, Theresa Edwards.
Chesterton Commercial Properties
Victor Szurgot and his wife moved to Chesterton twelve years ago from Lake County, Indiana where he ran his own construction company. He is the current owner and manager of the Indian Oak Shopping Mall on Indian Boundary Road here in Chesterton, just behind the old Shell gas station which will soon be the site of the new Starbucks. There will also be an addition of a new concept restaurant by Dairy Queen's Grill & Chill, just to the east. Upon completion this part of town will be an even more dynamic shopping area. Mr. Szurgot states that his management style is one of mutual respect and benefit to his renters. Victor points out that he currently has prime rental space available and can be reached at 219-395-1590. The Chamber welcomes Chesterton Commercial Properties and Mr. Szurgot to our ranks. Left to right: Sue Raber, Joel Sutlin, Victor Szurgot, Trish Ramirez, Donette Heinze, Karen Parrish, Gary Fossey.
2008 RENEWING & NEW MEMBERS
Raymond James & Associates • The Registry • 4th Street Market • Days Inn of Portage • Porter County Parks & Recreation • Ferrellgas • AM 1420-WIMS • Coldwell Banker/ Nick Landers • Doctors Plus • Village Profile.Com • Taste of Thailand • Fifth Third Bank • Mustard Seed Marketing •Steel Family Health Care Center • Reality Executives Premier
2008 Business After Hours and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Guidelines
Beginning in 2008 the Chesterton/Duneland Chamber of Commerce will be accepting requests to host Ribbon Cutting Ceremony's and Business After Hours on the second Wednesday of each month. This is an outstanding opportunity to showcase your business to your fellow Chamber members and to network with a wide variety of Duneland Business owners and representatives. For Business After Hours events we usually recommend to hold them from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm and serve light refreshments. We will provide you with mailing labels of the membership, will feature one mass email to the entire membership and we will also advertise your event in a press release to the local news media and in our bi-monthly Enewsletter. For Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies you invite who you want and we will bring the giant scissors. Ambassadors will be on hand to help in any way they can.
When was the last time you took the opportunity to showcase your business to the community and /or your fellow chamber members? Business opportunities can develop from a simple gathering as this. We hope you will consider reserving a date for your event. Call the Chamber office now to get your event scheduled for 2008. Reach us at 219-926-5513 and ask for Bonnie or email btrout@chestertonchamber.org
Harris, Welsh & Lukmann
Business after Hours
On March 11, 2008 the law offices of Harris Welsh & Lukmann hosted a Business After Hours event at Sand Creek Country Club to celebrate the newest addition to their association, Morris Sunkel. It was a great opportunity to meet Morris and socialize with fellow Chamber members.
Mike Harris & Morris Sunkel Kelly Lowery, Linda Ramsey, & Bev Kochan Jackie Ruge-Perkins & Jim Ruge
Rebuilding Together Duneland Poker Run and Party April 20
A Poker Run and Party to benefit Rebuilding Together Duneland is scheduled for Sunday, April 20 at Leroy's “Hot Stuff” Restaurant located at 333 W. U.S. Hwy. 20 in Porter. All vehicles are welcome to join the Poker Run. Sign-up is at 11am at Leroy's. The last vehicle will be out by 1pm and the last one in by 4pm .
Live music provided by local musicians starting at 1PM . Performing will be Ronn Barany, C-4, Corey Dennison, Salamander Drake, The Muddsharks, Guilty Pleasures, Sweet Blackberry Jam and Hair In the Tub. The food buffet starts at 4pm and includes a Taco Bar (courtesy of Leroy's “Hot Stuff”) and Hog Roast (courtesy of Ruge Meats). Every person 21 and over is welcome and it is not necessary to participate in the Poker Run to enjoy the party and music all day. Donations are $10 per person and 100% of the proceeds benefit Rebuilding Together Duneland.
Rebuilding Together is about bringing communities together. Volunteers, with the help of national and local sponsors; as well as product and material donors, work together to ensure that local homeowners, particularly the elderly, disabled and families with children live in warmth, safety and independence. For more information, visit online at www.rtduneland.org or phone 926-3233.
We do more than repair houses and communities – we help rebuild lives.
Chamber Bits
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DATE OF EVENT: April 22, 2007 SUBJECT: Appraisal Luncheon Tickets Now On Sale CONTACT: Jane Walsh-Brown or LuAnne DePriest (983-9715) The 2007 Appraisal Luncheon will take place Sunday, April 22 from noon – 4 p.m. in the Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W. Indiana Ave. , Chesterton. Tickets, $20 per person, are available at the Westchester Township History Museum , Wednesday – Sunday from 1- 5 p.m. or by calling the museum at 983-9715. The museum is located in the Brown Mansion at 700 W. Indiana Ave., Chesterton. Licensed appraiser and antiques expert Karl Gates will once again appraise one item for each attendee. He will also discuss the social history and care of each item. The meal for this year's luncheon will be catered by the Red Cup Café and Deli. Door prizes will be awarded at the luncheon.
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Family Fitness Now you can bring your children (ages 7-14) to workout with you. Each family must meet with a trainer for an orientation before using the cardio and/or weight equipment. This is a great opportunity to learn the importance of exercise and a healthy lifestyle together. To schedule an orientation call 926-4204 or stop by the front desk. Family Fitness times are Monday-Friday 3:00-5:00pm, Saturdays 10:00am-12:00pm, and Sundays 1:00pm-4:00pm. Rentals Need a place to have a birthday party, family reunion, graduation party, or special event? Rent the Duneland Family YMCA for almost any occasion. You can reserve a court (or the entire gym), the community/multi-purpose room, the Teen Center or the entire building for your event. Call 926-4204 for more information, or stop by the YMCA and take a tour of our building. Rentals are only available after hours. |
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PNC Players to Stage Shakespeare's “As You Like It” at the Mainstreet Theatre in Michigan City. The public is invited the performances at the Mainstreet Theatre, 807 Franklin St., on Saturday April 12, and Friday April 18 at 8 p.m. and Sunday April 13 and Saturday April 19 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 for general admission; $5 for PNC students presenting a valid student ID and $8 for senior citizens and PNC faculty and staff and youth to age 18. “As You Like It,” is the story of a group of city folk forced by circumstance to retreat into the country, which turns out to be one of those countrysides where anything, but especially any kind of love, can happen. The daughter of a banished duke, Rosalind, goes from a subservient position in society to a place where she can run the show, made possible in part by her disguise as a shepherd. The basis of romantic relationships then and now is turned over, examined, found to be wanting in solidity and rational basis, but is ultimately embraced. Tickets may be purchased from the Mainstreet Theatre of Michigan City. To obtain further information or reserve tickets contact the theatre at 219-874-4269. Tickets not sold in advance will be available at the door for each performance. |
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SURPRISE, SURPRISE !! Two ways to win a free lunch |
If you've read this far, you deserve a prize. The first person to call me at 926-5513 or email me at jrussell@chestertonchamber.org with the correct answer or guess to the following questions is the winner. There will be one winner for each question. Each winner will win a free lunch at a monthly Chamber luncheon of their choice. #1 Who are the final four college basketball teams left in the NCAA tournament? #2 What will be the total score be of the Final (Championship) game? This is the score of both teams added together. The closest guess without going over, wins. Good Luck! By the way, bribes are accepted. The decision of the judge (me) is final.
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This E-letter is presented to you as a courtesy of the:
Chesterton/Duneland Chamber of Commerce
220 Broadway, Chesterton IN 46304-2422
Phone: (219) 926-5513 Fax: (219) 926-7593 Email: Info@ChestertonChamber.org
Members may email, fax, or mail their upcoming events, at least two weeks prior to the event,
to the Chamber office for inclusion in this publication.
All telephone numbers listed are in the 219 area code, unless otherwise stated.
