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presented by the duneland chamber of commerce BEVERLY SHORES BURNS HARBOR CHESTERTON DUNE ACRES PORTER SPRING 2015 MAKING A DIFFERENCE in the Lives of Area Youth Duneland Exchange Club CELEBRATING 40 YEARS Porter-Starke Services Serving Up Duneland FAVORITE FOODS OF THE REGION

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presented by the duneland chamber of commerce

Beverly ShoreS Burns HarBor CHesterton Dune aCres porter

spring 2015

Making a Difference in the Lives of area Youth

Duneland Exchange ClubceLebrating 40 Years Porter-Starke Services

Serving Up DunelandFavorite Foods oF the region

3DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

DUNELAND TODAY IS PUBLISHED BYDuneland Chamber of Commerce220 Broadway bull Chesterton Indiana 46304wwwdunelandchamberorg2199265513

COMMITTEE Publisher Duneland Chamber of Commerce

Advisory Board Maura Durham Duneland Chamber of Commerce Jane Delligatti Duneland Family YMCA

Managing Editor Heather Augustyn Community Member

Marketing Director Beth Luncsford Duneland Chamber of Commerce

Copy Editor Janice Custer Community Member

Layout amp Design Cassandra Vereb Graphic Designer

Photographers Kyle Telechan and The Times Media Company

Membership Coordinator Ashley Hawkins Duneland Chamber of Commerce

6

16

18

c ntents

meet the team

meet the team

meet the team

Cassandra Vereb Graphic DesignerCassandra freelance designer has been designing duneland todaY since 2007 With 14 years of design experience she is an accomplished creative thinker has a keen eye for detail a strong technical ability and a love for all things design Cassandra is in love with ideas building them cultivating them and watching them come to life

DunelandChamber of Commerce

Explore the Difference

INSIDE STORY Renewing the Spa 4

CURRENTS Food Guide 6 SANDS OF TIME Porter-Starke Services Celebrates 40 Years 16 HELPING HANDS Duneland Exchange Club 18 MAKING WAVES

Duneland Chamber Events 20 DUNELAND DINING For Dunelandrsquos Foodies 30 LAUNCH PAD

Welcoming New Members 32 MILESTONES Celebrating Member Anniversaries 34

Kyle Telechan PhotographerKyle telechan photographer has done freelance work for the times of northwest indiana since graduating from indiana University in 2007 and has over eleven years of experience in photojournalism his interest in nature architecture and urban decay drives much of his non-photojournalistic work Kyle currently lives in Portage with his wife elise

Beth Luncsford Marketing DirectorBeth has over six years of experience in the design and publishing industry after obtaining her degree in graphic design she worked as a graphic artist for Lake Maga-zine in LaPorte She later worked at Schofield Media in Chicago where she was responsible for the design and layout of four industry publications a lifelong resident of northwest indiana Beth currently lives in Michigan City with her husband aaron and their young son Jacob

Heather Augustyn Managing Editorheather augustyn is a Chesterton native she has been a correspondent for the times of northwest indiana since 2004 and she teaches english composition at Purdue University north Central and writing at Chesterton Montessori school she has published four books on ska music and lives in Chesterton with her husband and their two sons sid and Frank

ON THE COVER Ed Kis General Manager of

the Spa Special Events Center LOCATION

The Spa Porter Indiana

presented by the duneland chamber of commerce

BEVERLY SHORES BURNS HARBOR CHESTERTON DUNE ACRES PORTER

SPRING 2015

MAKING A DIFFERENCE in the Lives of Area Youth

Duneland Exchange ClubCELEBRATING 40 YEARSPorter-Starke Services

Serving Up DunelandFAVORITE FOODS OF THE REGION

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 20154

it is no Mistake that a spa bY Definition is a pLace for renewaL for Jeanne hoYLe owner anD eD kis generaL Manager of the spa speciaL events center at 333 n MineraL springs roaD in porter bringing renewaL to this faMous LocaL LanDMark breathing new Life into the bones of this oLD buiLDing that once pLaYeD host to roMantic Dinners weDDing receptions anD evenings before proM is a Matter of intense passion anD Labor Set on a hill above the silvery

waters of the Little Calumet River on land that once

housed the Mineral Springs waters thought to possess

the powers of health and renewal the Spa has a long

history of bringing merriment and mirth to those who

stepped inside Kis says he hopes to rekindle those

memories nearly two decades after the doors to the

Spa were shuttered so they have spent countless

hours replacing walls beam by beam removing

materials destroyed from the elements reforming

foundations remodeling dated interior deacutecor and

renewing this magnificent structure to its former

glory Perhaps then the spirits can return

ldquoWe want to start the new memoriesrdquo Kis and Hoyle

say of their intentions ldquoEveryone tells us something

that they remember from when they were here before

It was a special place to go for prom birthdays to

get engaged for bar mitzvahs for company parties

We hear so many stories from people We want to

bring it all backrdquo they say Those efforts have not

been easy ldquoWe knew when you take over an old

building itrsquos hard And it has sat vacant for 12 years

when it was owned by the bank But when we heard

that the bank wanted to bulldoze the building we just

couldnrsquot let that history gordquo Kis says

The history of the Spa goes back to the late 1920s

when it first opened its doors Shortly after came the

Depression and Prohibition ldquoAt that time most of

the booze was coming out of Canadardquo Kis says ldquoThey

didnrsquot have Prohibition so the booze went from

Canada through Milwaukee and into Chicago then

over here But it became too costly for the alcohol to

come here by truck because in every town theyrsquod have

to pay off the mayors and the police chief so Al Capone

started moving his illegal booze by boat out of Chicago

into the Little Calumet River There is actually a dock

on our property where they could bring the alcohol

into the basement of this building The gangsters and

politicians and lawyers the few who were making

money vacationed and partied in Beverly Shores

Odgen Dunes Long Beach and Porter and so Capone

and these guys ate and drank here at the Spa In the

mid-1950s and 1960s there was a casino here It was

a gambling den and there was an illegal race track

nearby that was shut down by the state militia twice

so it was fairly lawless in those daysrdquo

Kis has a vision to bring a little of this history back

to life by renewing the Speakeasy at the Spa and by

tapping into that prohibition history He is just the

guy to do it too Kis was raised in a family that worked

in the restaurant industry His father was owner of

the Lighthouse Restaurants in Lake County Indiana

Ed and his two brothers Skip and Bob spent their

childhood peeling potatoes in the basement of that

family restaurant on 5th Street and Van Buren in

Gary and then in a variety of other jobs in the

subsequent family restaurants Ed opened his own

restaurant and bar in downtown Crown Point the

popular SOBs (which stands for Sons of the Boss)

ldquoIt was a speakeasy-themed restaurant and was an

Renewing

Jeanne Hoyle Owner and Ed Kis General Manager of The Spa Special Events Center

5DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

Now Open amp Serving Parties up to 250

~ A 90 Year Tradition Continues ~

Call us today to learn more about the historic rebirth set up a consultation amp schedule your next special event

wwwgreatlakescateringcom

(219) 898-1502

FEATURING

GREAT LAKES CATERING

icon in the community It was the most fun I ever had

and I want to recreate that history that has been here

at the Spa for 90 yearsrdquo he says

As general manager of Top Dog and Great Lakes

Catering in Michigan City Ed hasnrsquot slowed his roll

for one second and he admits thatrsquos a good thing

Restoring the Spa to a version of its previous

incarnation has been a challenge since Jeanne took

ownership two years ago ldquoIt will be a lot of fun but

it sure has been a lot of work We recently took down

a wall and tree nuts came out like we had won a jackpot

and have been face to face with raccoons We had to

redo the roof because it was like a swimming pool up

there There are 14000 square feet of space here and

so far we have about 5000 finished and are hosting

banquets We know it will be a Speakeasy restaurant

eventually and just want to make sure we take our

time to do it rightrdquo Kis says

Walking throughout the facility Kis has a definite

vision of what the restaurant will look like including

keeping many of the original features the same ldquoStaff

used to put stale bread on feeders in the trees so that

guests could watch the raccoons come and eat We

will do that again but we will have no televisions here

Thatrsquos one thing that will be different We have a

Seaburg jukebox that we will restore and a 1920s Art

Deco bar that is from a Chicago saloon Wersquoll have a

glass chandelier over the dance floor casino tables

with glass tops and a DJ booth for after-hour events

The baby grand piano is from the original restaurant

and will be part of our piano bar We have a pianist

who will perform with a chanteuse There will be more

entertainment in this lounge than virtually any

other place in Northwest Indianardquo he says

Each room or nook will have a personality and

function all its own ldquoWersquoll have an old-fashioned deli

counter with a salad bar meatballs and Vienna beef

Chicago Dogs over hererdquo Kis says pointing to one

area of the restaurant And this is the knotty pine

Lodge Room themed like the Wisconsin lodge where

Dillinger went after he broke out of the Lake County

Jail Wersquoll have the actual original judgersquos bench from

the criminal court building where Dillinger was

arraigned and we have this hidden room that we will

call the Chairman of the Board Room that will be

dedicated to Frank Sinatra and can be used for a

birthday party or a private business meeting

ldquoWe plan on being open in the springrdquo Kis says

unsure of an exact date of opening of The Speakeasy

at the Spa However the Spa Special Event Center is

currently open for banquet events and can serve

groups as large as 250 in a warm event space that

houses two fireplaces and overlooks a spectacular

view of the woods and Little Calumet River ldquoFor

decades this was the place to go and we just want to

bring that back We will do our best to make people

happy There will be unique fun from the minute you

come in the doorrdquo

For more information please call Ed at 219-898-1502

or 219-841-6677

Ed Kis with one of the many period pieces bought to restore the 90 year old Spa facility

Blue Prints for renovation

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 20156

PERFECT ON A LAzy WEEKEND MORNING THE SUNDAy BRUNCH

AT BARTLETTrsquoS GOURMET GRILL amp TAVERN ON HIGHWAy 12 IN

BEVERLy SHORES may start with the Buckrsquon Good Bloody Mary made

with a perfectly balanced house mix with a touch of horseradish packed full

of treats along with their house venison stick but then it all continues a la

carte with selections like a breakfast reuben an open faced sandwich

consisting of layers of marble rye Bartlettrsquos own kraut with apples and

caramelized onions thick slice warm corned beef finished with two eggs

over easy with a drizzle of Hollandaise served with freshly grated hash

browns with a touch of onion and fresh dill The chorizo stuffed waffle is

topped with Chihuahua cheese and pica de gallo served with breakfast red

potatoes and sweet peppers Also enjoy chicken and biscuits breakfast

poutine and multigrain Fiji apple pancakes among plenty of other selections

Bartlettrsquos is the creation of husband and wife team Nicole Bissonnette and

Gary Sander who have a long history in the culinary arts Gary says he grew

up in south suburbs worked as a bus boy for many years in a country club

and ended up in the kitchen He worked as an apprentice under renowned

chef Carolyn Buster at The Cottage in Calumet City Illinois before buying

and running Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute for 20 years Nicole is a graduate of the

prestigious Cordon Bleu in Paris and she trained with the world-famous

chef Michel Troisgros They have won numerous awards made television

appearances and been featured in magazines Gary has cooked for such

notables as Peter Jennings Martha Stewart and Donald Trump yet he

explains why they call Beverly Shores home for their family and their

restaurant ldquoIrsquove always liked being a big fish in a little pond and I appreciate

the loyalty of Northwest Indiana supporting my careerrdquo

Bartlettrsquos Gourmet Grill amp Tavern began on December 5th in 2008 and since

then they have brought locals and visitors what Gary calls ldquosimple food done

wellrdquo Such simple food includes the tuna Nicoise salad which features rare

seared fresh ahi sushi-grade tuna with a Provence crust ldquoIt is a draw on my

days in France where I studied for five years and so this is quintessential

from that erardquo says Nicole ldquoThe olive is a Nicoise olive oil cured from the

PerFeCt on a LazY WeeKend Morning

Above Buckrsquon Good Bloody Mary with Breakfast Reuben

BartlettrsquosGourmet Grill amp Tavern

Tuna Nicoise Salad

7DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

region of Provence The Provence crust is

comprised of herbes de Provencemdashlavender and

oreganordquo The flavors are unmistakable yet

subtle enough that the flavor of the tuna comes

through the perfect accent light and tasty

The Duck Confit amp Pork Belly Filled Wontons

feature shredded duck pork belly herbs and

spices in a light wonton wrapper served crispy

with an Asian hoisin ginger and soy reduction

with a carrot-diakon radish slaw ldquoThe confit is

an old French technique and we combine that

with a homemade Asian sauce in a wonton

wrapper that we form and fry The duck is

traditionally Asian and this is just a little twist

on a fun bar snack We sell a lot of thoserdquo says

Nicole The combination is perfectmdashsweet

succulent moist and substantial Other favorites

in the menu include the winter lamb shank with

gnocchi and root vegetables and sauteacuteed kale

as well as the turkey club on sourdough with a

house made apricot jam granny smith apple

and thick cut bacon Nicole says ldquoItrsquos our number

one selling sandwich because itrsquos the tasty

combination of savory sweet and smokerdquo Also

make sure to try the venison chili which is

available throughout the winter

In the warmer months Bartlettrsquos features an

outdoor deck with a childrenrsquos playhouse so kids

can run around while parents are enjoying their

dinner and a glass of wine A screened-in porch

is great for private parties and there are events

throughout the year such as comedy night beer

fest music fest and oyster fest as well as plenty

of weeknight specials

Foodie FindsAll Day Long Lamb ShankAustralian lamb on the bone sewed on potato gnocchi with sauteed kale and tomatoes

Duck Confit amp Pork Belly Filled Wontonsfeatures shredded duck pork belly herbs and spices in a light wonton~

ldquoIrsquove always liked being a big fish in a little pond and

I appreciate the loyalty of Northwest Indiana

supporting my careerrdquo

ndash Gary Sander

~

IT MIGHT BE DIFFICULT TO SELECT AN APPETIzER AT OCTAVE GRILL

SINCE ALL OF THE OFFERINGS ARE THE PERFECT WAy TO BEGIN A

GREAT MEAL The buffalo fries are always a favorite fresh cut and tossed

in buffalo sauce made from scratch with bleu cheese crumbles and just the

right amount of heat The perch cakes topped with a tart and creamy dill

caper tartar and ancho-chile sauce with greens and lemon are something

not found on any run-of-the-mill menu Taco tots are always fun with the

house guacamole or the goat cheese fondue with warm pita crackers apple

and zucchini for dipping But the fried pickles are also a favorite The panko

breading provides just the right amount of crunch and is never soggy

The tabasco aioli is a savory complement to the tang of the generous wedges

of dill pickle

Then therersquos the rest of the menu With a cozy creative interior choosing

what to devour is hard but enjoying the selection is easy at Octave Grill Itrsquos

the perfect place to take onersquos time making conversation over a substantial

burger made with Bill Kurtisrsquos Tallgrass Beef which may not mean anything

to readers but will mean much to their taste buds Casey Petro co-owner

with wife Sylvia opened the restaurant in July 2010 and since then their

gastronomic pleasures have been the pride of Duneland Casey had previously

worked for years at another restaurant in the area and then pursued a career

by attending culinary school at Ivy Tech After he worked for a number of

years in hotel restaurants around the country he began to design a restaurant

of his own ldquoPrior to moving back here Sylvia and I had moved around for

four years and saw that the burger and craft beer restaurant was working

elsewhere so we wanted to bring it here We wanted a restaurant where we

would eat We wanted to offer quality ingredients and we wanted items that

were really unique like the grass fed beef We had enough of our own ideas

that we thought we could do it We had a spot picked out and it just fell into

placerdquo he says

The menu includes such tantalizing dishes as the Cuban a pulled pork

sandwich with ham Fair Oaks Farm Swiss cheese grilled onions pickles

key lime aioli whole-grain mustard greens and tomato on a French roll

or the roasted squash salad with organic greens capriole goat cheese roasted

butternut squash sliced almonds pickled red onion and creamy white wine

Perch Cakes

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 20158

Octave GrillBurger Restaurant

Hot Pants Burger

vinaigrette and an ample offering of burgers

including the popular Hot Pants ldquoItrsquos a burger

with our grass fed beef on a brioche bun with

giardiniera which we make in house tabasco

aioli Fair Oaks Farm Habanero Havarti bacon

beer battered onion rings and tomato People

like the onion rings and the spice It was a burger

of the month and was so popular we put in on

the menurdquo Petro says

Octave Grill is a favorite for locals and those

looking to show off to visitors what Duneland

is all about Petro says ldquoWe keep growing every

year Over the summer we won best burger in

Porter County through Indiana Dunes Tourism

I think itrsquos because our burgers and all of our

food is made from scratch Even all of our

desserts are always homemaderdquo Add this to the

ever-changing selection of local and craft beers

like 18th Street Brewery Lake Street Express

Shoreline Brewery Bavarian Bombshell

Greenbush Brewing Co Distorter Southern Tier

2x Presso and Victory Hop Ranch and you may

never want to leave

~ldquoWe wanted a restaurant where we would eat We wanted to offer quality ingredients

and we wanted items that were really unique like the grass fed beefrdquo

ndash Casey Petro~

9DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

KEVIN DOLEROwner

879-8525

154 W Chicago St | Downtown Valparaiso | (219) 464-1636 | ChicagoStreetorg

HENRY amp RAMONAMar 6-14

THE ANGELS OF LEMNOSAPR 10-25

COBBMay 22-June 6

Octave GrillBurger Restaurant

Hot Pants Burger

Octave Grillrsquos cozy interior feels like coming home

Beer selections change daily

yOU HAVE PROBABLy HEARD OF LEROyrsquoS HOT STUFF SINCE OWNER

LEROy FLORES IS SO INVOLVED IN THE COMMUNITy A generous man

with a warm heart Leroy believes in supporting the causes that make the

Duneland community more of a family From helping to establish Porterrsquos

Perfect Pint the annual beer festival held each October in Hawthorne Park

that benefits the Porter Parks Department and the Porter Volunteer Fire

Department to appearances at virtually every event around the county

including the Porter County Fair and giving to causes for individuals and

organizations Leroyrsquos Hot Stuff is more than a restaurantmdashit is an icon in

the community

Flores opened his doors in Porter on Highway 20 in 1990 With delicious

breakfasts such as huevos rancheros steak and eggs or huevos con chorizo

lunches like sopes tamales or burritos and dinners such as steak fajitas

chicken mole or carne asada itrsquos no wonder that Leroyrsquos is always packed

with guests enjoying delicious homemade Mexican food Flores says that he

has both a love for his community and a love for serving the finest quality

food ldquoI had worked in the restaurant business for five years and got tired of

working for other people and wanted to do work of my own I grew up in

Hammond and moved here to Porter to take advantage of the school system

for my family It has been a wonderful place to raise a family and establish

a businessrdquo Flores says

Starting with fresh chips and salsa not too salty and just the right kick of

heat with fresh cilantro any meal is going to make the family happy But

due to smoking laws that went into effect on July 1 2012 Leroyrsquos is no longer

able to allow minors into the restaurant although the full menu including

alcohol (excluding Sundays of course) is available for carryout Make sure

to try the cheese enchiladasmdashwhite corn tortillas filled with melted white

queso with creamy savory beans and tangy rice on the side Fish tacos are

also a specialty either broiled or fried and especially affordable on Taco

Tuesday There are also American food selections like Italian beef burgers

wraps and sandwiches Leroyrsquos also caters for events such as office parties

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201510

Leroyrsquos Hot StuffHome cooked Mexican and American Entrees Leroyrsquos Hot StuffHome cooked Mexican and American Entrees

Homemade Tamales

Bread Bowl with Chili

11DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

3602 Enterprise AvenueValparaiso IN 46383

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Diana Twyman co-owner of Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

with her son Jack Strode says they opened the

restaurant on May 2 2013 and have established

a business known for its steaks salads and special

events ldquoWe do a lot of non-profit work and

fundraisers for groups such as Save the Dunes

Charter School of the Dunes Discovery Charter

School and the Miller Arts and Creative District

Wersquove done collaborative dinners with 3 Floydrsquos

Brewery in Munster and 18th Street Brewery here

in Miller which have been very popular eventsrdquo

she says

ldquoWe have also done a farm to table dinner with

Green Sense Farm in Portage and wersquove done

cocktail dinners that are themed such as Mad

Men where people came in costume and it was a

lot of fun We look to reprise all of these events

because people really love the specialty dinners

We always have specials on our menu every night

and every first Friday we have oysters flown

in for our champagne and oysters specialrdquo

says Twyman

Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

graduations or even a wedding They specialize

in Mexican cuisine but are capable of preparing

just about anything guests would like and beer

and alcohol catering is available as well with

fully licensed and insured staff They also have

a banquet facility live entertainment karaoke

and they are open seven days a week Breakfast

is served from 7 am until noon

Leroy says that bringing his community the food

he and his staff prepare every day is a labor of

love ldquoThe recipes were my momrsquos We make

our soups from scratch every day We also do a

lot of catering and have been doing it for a while

We do a lot of office lunches at the mills and

we do a lot of festivals We prepare food for all

of the Cruisinrsquo events at the Harley-Davidson

shop in Valpo which is a great way to come by

and try us There are always 300 to 400 cars out

there and we set up every Friday from 5 pm to

9 pm from Memorial Day to Labor Day We

have been doing the Porter County Fair for over

10 years now and wersquore down by the grandstand

We stay pretty busy out there because we arenrsquot

using a fryer out theremdashwe specialize in Mexican

food and thatrsquos what we dordquo he says

Tomato Basil Wrap with Grilled Chicken and Bacon

START OFF WITH FRESHLy-BAKED BREAD CRUSTy ON THE OUTSIDE

WARM AND PILLOWy ON THE INSIDE DIPPED IN A SWEET MIxTURE

OF VIRGIN OLIVE OIL AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR PROCURED FROM

THE FINEST PURVEyORS AND AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE NExT

DOOR AT GOOD TO GO Next bite into cavatappi pasta corkscrews that

individually hold a rich parmesan buttery cream sauce surrounded by

generous amounts of Portobello mushrooms lightly caramelized shallots

and plump tender grilled chicken Make sure to save some bread to sop up

the extra sauce This is just one of the tantalizing selections at Lucrezia Cafe

and Nada Karas co-owner with her husband Michael Karas says that they

have been bringing such carefully-selected dishes to Duneland since

November 1998

ldquoWhen we moved here in the lsquo90s there was nowhere to eat At that time

there were only diners and pizza places We were frustrated and my husband

has always wanted to own a restaurant We felt a white linen restaurant

wasnrsquot the way to go We wanted to be a little more casual since itrsquos close to

the beach with superior food excellence service and we wanted it more of

a cafeacute trattoria We wanted people to be able to walk in either dressed to the

nines or in flip flops from the beach and be able to have a wonderful dining

experience Outdoor dining is very important to us as wellrdquo Nada Karas says

Chefs at Lucrezia such as Chef Alfredo Anguiano pride themselves on making

their dishes from the finest ingredients Karas explains ldquoIn the summer it is

dishes Made FroM the Finest ingredients

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

Zucotto

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201512

Pappardelle Bolognese

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

much easier to purchase our ingredients locally from

the European Market and other suppliers In the

winter things change for us Itrsquos not so easy and we

have to deal with buying from purveyors in the

Chicagoland area with whom wersquove had a great working

relationship smaller boutique vendors that like to

provide us with some artesian wares Wersquore constantly

going to food shows to see whatrsquos new and exciting I

have a lot of allergies so Irsquom very picky on how we

buy We donrsquot buy things that are processed nothing

with additives so itrsquos important for us to buy

exceptional quality ingredients We have a menu that

doesnrsquot change much but we tweak it twice a year and

thatrsquos why we have the chalkboards because we instill

creativity with our culinary staff so they can provide

items that are seasonal and exciting and differentrdquo

ldquoOne thing wersquore very proud of is that we buy our

salmon directly from the fisherman He is a friend of

ours a commercial fisherman in Kodiak Alaska and

so in season that salmon is coming directly from

Kodiak on Alaska Air cargo picked up by my husband

at OrsquoHare so itrsquos phenomenal Everyone who has had

it raves about it We make everything from scratch

including our desserts We are old school and Chef

Alfredo Anguiano has been with us from day one and

he makes desserts twice a week from scratch After

being here 16 years I hope wersquove been able to open

the door for other restaurants to come in We had a

vision and wersquove kept it the same wayrdquo Karas says

13DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad

THE WAITRESS BALANCES PLATES PILED HIGH WITH SUMPTUOUS

SUSTENANCE LIKE THE BBQ PORK PLATE STEAK KABOBS GRILLED

FRESH SALMON WITH HOISIN SAUCE LAKE PERCH BOURSIN

CHICKEN AND RIBEyES CRAFT HOUSE MAy BE NAMED FOR THEIR

BREWS BUT THE MEALS ARE JUST AS SELECT IN THIS FAMILy

FRIENDLy SMOKE-FREE BAR AND RESTAURANT

The Craft House opened in September of 2014 The owners decided that

Chesterton was missing a place to go to eat a good meal and drink a good

beer with great service says Dana Malone owner and manager ldquoCraft House

has 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles The menu has something

for everyone and it is all prepared in houserdquo she says One of those items on

the menu is the popular shrimp and crab which features sauteacuteed shrimp over

a delicious garlic cream sauce and a bed of rice topped with a house made

Maryland style lump crab cake and a crab claw Other selections include a

freshly shaved prime rib topped with sauteacuteed mushrooms caramelized onions

and Swiss cheese on a pretzel bun with horseradish aioli sauce the bacon

ranch melt which is a ranch-rubbed Angus burger topped with bacon Swiss

cheese and sauteacuteed onions between two slices of marble rye and the Sriracha

chicken wrap which is grilled chicken cheddar cheese lettuce tomatoes and

flour tortilla chips tossed in a ranch Sriracha salsa and wrapped in a flour

FaMiLY FriendLY sMoKe-Free Bar and restaUrant

Craft HouseBar and Grill

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201514

Call for

a Tour

219-921-2200 bull wwwAddisonPointeHRCcom780 Dickinson Road bull Chesterton IN 46304

Rehabilitative Services amp Private Suites Available

Equal HousingOpportunity

Grilled Fresh Salmon with Hoisin Sauce

Steak and Stout Portabella Asian Wonton Bowls and Beer Flight

tortilla Top it all off with a beignet or a scoop of Valpo

Velvet ice cream

Located in the site of the former Hooligans Malone

is certain to point out that Craft House is a much

different vibe ldquoWe have no dancefloor but we feature

acoustic music on Friday and Saturday There is

something for everybody on our menu and we try to

feature items for vegetarians and have gluten-free

options We have a number of specials too Wednesday

night is our light bite menu which features smaller

appetizer plates so you can get a couple and share

Monday is half-priced drafts and Tuesday is half-

priced bottles of wine Friday and Saturday we have

a different dinner special in addition to the menu

The atmosphere here is family friendly and smoke

free We have a lot of meeting space and you can

watch any sporting event on one of our 27 televisions

Itrsquos just a great place to meet with a group or another

couple watch a game or sit on the outdoor patio in

the summerrdquo Malone says

Craft House can accommodate anywhere from one

person to groups of up to 150 Beer selections include

stouts IPAs pilsners cream ales porters saisons

lagers and ciders from breweries both local and

national such as Bellrsquos Shoreline Lucky Stone Pub

18th Street Greenbush Burn lsquoEm Founders

Lagunitas Three Floyds and Two Brothers The

owners come to visit each table and ask how the meal

is tasting and staff is friendly and attentive Live

music is frequently featured but when not on stage

classic rock from the likes of Aerosmith and Boston

jams throughout the large yet cozy atmosphere There

is also an upstairs level that is available for groups or

events They offer an appetizer buffet dinner buffet

and many other food options The Loft Room has its

own private full-service bar and the view of Chesterton

is unlike any other

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560-4 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN 46304

office on Indian Boundary Road (next to Walgreens) for 28 years

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Craft House features 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201516

ldquoWhen Porter-Starke Services

first started there was a heavy

emphasis on inpatient psychiatric

treatment and although this

crisis service is still very

important to us and individuals

in our community it is now only

one part of our continuum of

carerdquo said Rocco Schiralli

President and CEO of Porter-

Starke Services ldquoSince we opened

40 years ago research has taught us a great deal about

the human brain and the best practices to deliver care

We have also worked hard to integrate treatment of

the mind and body These are just a few examples

of how we continue to evolverdquo Schiralli said

With a mission dedicated to enhancing the quality of

life in our community through prevention treatment

education and research Porter-Starke Services has

transformed lives throughout Northwest Indiana The

not-for-profit organization continues to provide

outpatient mental health and addiction services for

adults children and families Additionally

partnerships extend their circle of care to the

community to include prevention services including

screening for depression anxiety and substance abuse

at local hospitals and clinics The organization also

provides addiction treatment to inmates at the Porter

County Jail and counseling at local school

corporations among many others Porter-Starke

Services developed these programs in response to

unique needs in the community

Mental health services have changed as have our

attitudes toward them ldquoHistorically individuals with

mental health issues werenrsquot treated very well in our

country but society has seen this shift for the better

in the past 40 yearsrdquo said Elliott Miller Director of

Marketing amp Development Schiralli added ldquoIt has

improved but we still have a long way to go That

applies to any population that is stigmatized not just

mental health and addiction but any group that has

been subject to discrimination And this stigma is

something we continually strive to eliminaterdquo

ldquoThe truth is one in four people nationwide experience

this Year porter-starke services ceLebrates their 40th anniversarY over the course of those four DecaDes

MentaL heaLth treatMent has aDvanceD treMenDousLY

Timeline of major milesTones Porter-starke services is a compassionate and dedicated organization committed to the health and well-being of our community a major impetus for change began in 1953 when the mental Health association of Porter County was established which later provided seed money to build the first Porter-Starke services facility in 1967 laPorte-Porter-starke services was formed by 36 volunteers with a budget of $2000 to develop local community partnerships secure funding and ultimately lay the groundwork for what would later become Porter-starke services in 1974 start-up funding was secured state funds were granted to Porter-starke services to provide inpatient hospitalization partial hospitalization outpatient emergency consultation and education services in 1975 Porter-starke services opened with a 14-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital The main office was staffed with just one employee space was leased to provide outpatient services in Knox One year later the Portage office opened in 1990 residential services expanded into Valparaiso and in 1992 the Valparaiso Campus added an outpatient facility To grow and enhance therapeutic services Porter-starke services purchased the building at 601 Wall street services and facilities continued to expand over the years By 2013 Porter-starke services served a record 11000 people

reCenT aWards earned By PorTer-sTarKe serViCes 2014 Best Practice Honors (american Psychological association)

2013 Psychologically Healthy Workplace award (indiana Psychological association)

2011 Outstanding Nonprofit organization award (Porter County Community foundation)

2010 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

2010 Community improvement award (Portage Chamber of Commerce)

2008 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

porter-starke services Celebrating 40 years

of Mental Health in Porter and Starke County

Rocco Schiralli President and CEO

Rendering of 701 Wall Street

Pictured (l-r) Lee Grogg Arthur Malasto Herman Schumacher John Schumacher and Merle Miller view a

model of the 701 Wall Street building at the groundbreaking ceremony held October 10 1974 in Valparaiso Indiana

In the early 1950s Mental Health America issues a call to asylums across the country to remove and

send in their discarded chains and shackles On April 13 1956 at the McShane Bell Foundry in

Baltimore Maryland Mental Health America melts down the bindings recasting them into the Mental

Health Bell Photo courtesy of Mental Health America wwwmentalhealthamericanet

17DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

a mental illness or addiction but sometimes individuals

donrsquot feel they have a reason to care unless they are

personally connected to the issuerdquo said Miller Schiralli

continues ldquoWe would like to see a community that

truly cares for mental health and is aware of its

importance Why should mental illness be any different

than diabetes heart disease or cancerrdquo

In addition to greater acceptance Miller says he hopes

mental health services will continue to evolve in the

future ldquoOur compassionate dedicated staff of 220

employees as well as our volunteers and partners

will continue to serve the community day in and day

out and drive positive changerdquo Schiralli agrees ldquoI

envision Porter-Starke Services as the best place to

work and the best place to receive care Thatrsquos the

expectation we set Wersquove invested a great deal of our

time effort and resources into achieving these goals

with our employees and clients Wersquove been recognized

for some of these accomplishments but we always

challenge ourselves to improve We want to be

innovative ndash to implement best practices and initiatives

in our industry that the typical healthcare center may

not venture into Itrsquos the right thing to do because it

will best serve our community We continue to develop

local partnerships to provide the highest quality

healthcare Each day we work to inspire everyone to

advance health balance and hoperdquo

From left to rightAileen Wehren Vice President of Systems Administration (standing)Dr Anand Popli Medical Director (standing)Sandy Carlson Vice President of Clinical Services (sitting)Rocco Schiralli PresidentCEO (sitting)Mary Idstein Chief Financial Officer (standing)

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201518

Duneland Exchange Club maKing a differenCe in the lives of area youth

tthe DuneLanD exchange cLub is a chapter of the nationaL exchange cLub an organization that works to Make our coMMunities better pLaces to Live

The National Exchange Club is the oldest service

organization in the country with more than 650 local

clubs throughout the US and Puerto Rico including

one right here in Duneland The National Exchange

Club was founded March 27 1911 in Detroit and today

the club has grown to include nearly 20000 members

Through the Programs of Service ndash Americanism

Community Service and youth Programs ndash members

support activities that benefit youth promote pride

in our country and honor military and public service

providers to name a few The prevention of child

abuse is Exchangersquos National Project

Pam Strudas past president of the Duneland Exchange

Club says that this cause of child abuse prevention

is critical to their work as members ldquoOur main focus

as a group is prevention of child abuse Most of our

efforts are fundraisers geared toward helping that

cause We donate to several different groups that

support that cause such as Dunebrook (a not-for-

profit organization in Michigan City and Valparaiso

that provides child prevention services

advocates for children and provides

positive family support and education)

We fund the Body Safety Program that

we have had in the Duneland Schools

for several years now This is an

empowerment program for children to

know their bodies what is not

appropriate for adults to do or touch

and to tell them it is NEVER their fault

and it IS okay to tell an adult they know

and trust It is a positive energetic

educational program for young children to learn the

awkward terms and things that parents and

teachers donrsquot like to talk aboutrdquo Strudas says

Although child abuse prevention is the main area of

focus for the club members are also dedicated to other

service projects as well ldquoThere are many groups we

donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request

money through grants and some we have just always

helped out in any way we can We recognize youth in

our community with the Duneland Exchange Club

youth of the Month This is given to a high school

senior identified through the guidance counselor We

also recognize our Citizen of the Month which is for

4th through 6th graders which are identified through

teacher recommendation We have an Americanism

Project called ldquoProudly We Hailrdquo This recognition is

given to a business or citizen who regularly displays

the American flag correctly We have an essayposter

contest for 7th and 8th graders called ldquoOne Nation

under Godrdquo where students write about what the

Pledge of Allegiance means to them We recognize

winners with a certificate and cash award There is

also a regional and national level that the students

can go on to compete inrdquo

There are a number of ways that the Duneland

Exchange Club raises funds for these important causes

says Strudas ldquoWe have our annual winetasting the

Frog Hunt and others throughout the yearrdquo she says

ldquoOne of our favorite projects for our community is our

talent show which we do in the spring for kindergarten

through 12th grade and anyone is eligible from public

school private school or homeschool as long as they

19DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

are in the Duneland district All of the money raised

goes to the Natural Helpers program who help to

coordinate the show We pack the place every year

and itrsquos held at the high school auditorium We raise

about $10000 on the wine tasting and all of that

money goes into our child abuse prevention funds so

the funds are given to these programs through grants

Only our dues go toward operation costs but the funds

we raise go to these programsrdquo

Supporting Duneland youth and prevention of child

abuse is vital to the work the members of the Duneland

Exchange Club perform ldquoThere is such a problem in

our country with child abuse and neglect and you

always want to do something to help and this is a real

concrete way to help out and make an impact There

is a wonderful satisfaction in being a part of the

community Itrsquos a loving wonderful town and you

really get to see the heart of the people We welcome

new members We meet the first and third Thursday

of each month at 7 am at Round the Clock in

Chesterton and anyone is welcome to come and see

what the club is all aboutrdquo Strudas says

ldquoldquoThere are many groups we donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request money through grants and some we have just

always helped out in any way we can

Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos December Youth of the Month Bethany Van Drie Her parents Jeff and Katherine Van Drie with Duneland Exchange Club member Dr Daniel Keilman

Dawn Ruge enjoys the Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos Wine and Canvas event

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YEARS 19752015 WWWPORTERSTARKEORG

a Vision for Our Community

Health balance and hope for everyoneAnyone in crisis

Anyone seeking care

Anyone wanting more

Our community needs quality mental health and wellness services

Porter-Starke Services was created to fulfill that need in 1975 and we continue to do so 40 years later

See how it all began view a historical timeline of Porter-Starke Services atwwwporterstarkeorg40years

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201522

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25DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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WavesdeCemBer 3 2014 ndash CHamBer Holiday ParTy 12 emily hoge of Duneland family YMca 13 Musician gerry hundt 14 Jim starin of starin Marketing inc and scott Mundell of franciscan alliance 15 kim krass-Morganelli of hot Diggity Dawg reginald and Maureen blouin of parsquos work shop and kim white of kernels and kones

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LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

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aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

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1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

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DUNELAND TODAY IS PUBLISHED BYDuneland Chamber of Commerce220 Broadway bull Chesterton Indiana 46304wwwdunelandchamberorg2199265513

COMMITTEE Publisher Duneland Chamber of Commerce

Advisory Board Maura Durham Duneland Chamber of Commerce Jane Delligatti Duneland Family YMCA

Managing Editor Heather Augustyn Community Member

Marketing Director Beth Luncsford Duneland Chamber of Commerce

Copy Editor Janice Custer Community Member

Layout amp Design Cassandra Vereb Graphic Designer

Photographers Kyle Telechan and The Times Media Company

Membership Coordinator Ashley Hawkins Duneland Chamber of Commerce

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meet the team

meet the team

meet the team

Cassandra Vereb Graphic DesignerCassandra freelance designer has been designing duneland todaY since 2007 With 14 years of design experience she is an accomplished creative thinker has a keen eye for detail a strong technical ability and a love for all things design Cassandra is in love with ideas building them cultivating them and watching them come to life

DunelandChamber of Commerce

Explore the Difference

INSIDE STORY Renewing the Spa 4

CURRENTS Food Guide 6 SANDS OF TIME Porter-Starke Services Celebrates 40 Years 16 HELPING HANDS Duneland Exchange Club 18 MAKING WAVES

Duneland Chamber Events 20 DUNELAND DINING For Dunelandrsquos Foodies 30 LAUNCH PAD

Welcoming New Members 32 MILESTONES Celebrating Member Anniversaries 34

Kyle Telechan PhotographerKyle telechan photographer has done freelance work for the times of northwest indiana since graduating from indiana University in 2007 and has over eleven years of experience in photojournalism his interest in nature architecture and urban decay drives much of his non-photojournalistic work Kyle currently lives in Portage with his wife elise

Beth Luncsford Marketing DirectorBeth has over six years of experience in the design and publishing industry after obtaining her degree in graphic design she worked as a graphic artist for Lake Maga-zine in LaPorte She later worked at Schofield Media in Chicago where she was responsible for the design and layout of four industry publications a lifelong resident of northwest indiana Beth currently lives in Michigan City with her husband aaron and their young son Jacob

Heather Augustyn Managing Editorheather augustyn is a Chesterton native she has been a correspondent for the times of northwest indiana since 2004 and she teaches english composition at Purdue University north Central and writing at Chesterton Montessori school she has published four books on ska music and lives in Chesterton with her husband and their two sons sid and Frank

ON THE COVER Ed Kis General Manager of

the Spa Special Events Center LOCATION

The Spa Porter Indiana

presented by the duneland chamber of commerce

BEVERLY SHORES BURNS HARBOR CHESTERTON DUNE ACRES PORTER

SPRING 2015

MAKING A DIFFERENCE in the Lives of Area Youth

Duneland Exchange ClubCELEBRATING 40 YEARSPorter-Starke Services

Serving Up DunelandFAVORITE FOODS OF THE REGION

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 20154

it is no Mistake that a spa bY Definition is a pLace for renewaL for Jeanne hoYLe owner anD eD kis generaL Manager of the spa speciaL events center at 333 n MineraL springs roaD in porter bringing renewaL to this faMous LocaL LanDMark breathing new Life into the bones of this oLD buiLDing that once pLaYeD host to roMantic Dinners weDDing receptions anD evenings before proM is a Matter of intense passion anD Labor Set on a hill above the silvery

waters of the Little Calumet River on land that once

housed the Mineral Springs waters thought to possess

the powers of health and renewal the Spa has a long

history of bringing merriment and mirth to those who

stepped inside Kis says he hopes to rekindle those

memories nearly two decades after the doors to the

Spa were shuttered so they have spent countless

hours replacing walls beam by beam removing

materials destroyed from the elements reforming

foundations remodeling dated interior deacutecor and

renewing this magnificent structure to its former

glory Perhaps then the spirits can return

ldquoWe want to start the new memoriesrdquo Kis and Hoyle

say of their intentions ldquoEveryone tells us something

that they remember from when they were here before

It was a special place to go for prom birthdays to

get engaged for bar mitzvahs for company parties

We hear so many stories from people We want to

bring it all backrdquo they say Those efforts have not

been easy ldquoWe knew when you take over an old

building itrsquos hard And it has sat vacant for 12 years

when it was owned by the bank But when we heard

that the bank wanted to bulldoze the building we just

couldnrsquot let that history gordquo Kis says

The history of the Spa goes back to the late 1920s

when it first opened its doors Shortly after came the

Depression and Prohibition ldquoAt that time most of

the booze was coming out of Canadardquo Kis says ldquoThey

didnrsquot have Prohibition so the booze went from

Canada through Milwaukee and into Chicago then

over here But it became too costly for the alcohol to

come here by truck because in every town theyrsquod have

to pay off the mayors and the police chief so Al Capone

started moving his illegal booze by boat out of Chicago

into the Little Calumet River There is actually a dock

on our property where they could bring the alcohol

into the basement of this building The gangsters and

politicians and lawyers the few who were making

money vacationed and partied in Beverly Shores

Odgen Dunes Long Beach and Porter and so Capone

and these guys ate and drank here at the Spa In the

mid-1950s and 1960s there was a casino here It was

a gambling den and there was an illegal race track

nearby that was shut down by the state militia twice

so it was fairly lawless in those daysrdquo

Kis has a vision to bring a little of this history back

to life by renewing the Speakeasy at the Spa and by

tapping into that prohibition history He is just the

guy to do it too Kis was raised in a family that worked

in the restaurant industry His father was owner of

the Lighthouse Restaurants in Lake County Indiana

Ed and his two brothers Skip and Bob spent their

childhood peeling potatoes in the basement of that

family restaurant on 5th Street and Van Buren in

Gary and then in a variety of other jobs in the

subsequent family restaurants Ed opened his own

restaurant and bar in downtown Crown Point the

popular SOBs (which stands for Sons of the Boss)

ldquoIt was a speakeasy-themed restaurant and was an

Renewing

Jeanne Hoyle Owner and Ed Kis General Manager of The Spa Special Events Center

5DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

Now Open amp Serving Parties up to 250

~ A 90 Year Tradition Continues ~

Call us today to learn more about the historic rebirth set up a consultation amp schedule your next special event

wwwgreatlakescateringcom

(219) 898-1502

FEATURING

GREAT LAKES CATERING

icon in the community It was the most fun I ever had

and I want to recreate that history that has been here

at the Spa for 90 yearsrdquo he says

As general manager of Top Dog and Great Lakes

Catering in Michigan City Ed hasnrsquot slowed his roll

for one second and he admits thatrsquos a good thing

Restoring the Spa to a version of its previous

incarnation has been a challenge since Jeanne took

ownership two years ago ldquoIt will be a lot of fun but

it sure has been a lot of work We recently took down

a wall and tree nuts came out like we had won a jackpot

and have been face to face with raccoons We had to

redo the roof because it was like a swimming pool up

there There are 14000 square feet of space here and

so far we have about 5000 finished and are hosting

banquets We know it will be a Speakeasy restaurant

eventually and just want to make sure we take our

time to do it rightrdquo Kis says

Walking throughout the facility Kis has a definite

vision of what the restaurant will look like including

keeping many of the original features the same ldquoStaff

used to put stale bread on feeders in the trees so that

guests could watch the raccoons come and eat We

will do that again but we will have no televisions here

Thatrsquos one thing that will be different We have a

Seaburg jukebox that we will restore and a 1920s Art

Deco bar that is from a Chicago saloon Wersquoll have a

glass chandelier over the dance floor casino tables

with glass tops and a DJ booth for after-hour events

The baby grand piano is from the original restaurant

and will be part of our piano bar We have a pianist

who will perform with a chanteuse There will be more

entertainment in this lounge than virtually any

other place in Northwest Indianardquo he says

Each room or nook will have a personality and

function all its own ldquoWersquoll have an old-fashioned deli

counter with a salad bar meatballs and Vienna beef

Chicago Dogs over hererdquo Kis says pointing to one

area of the restaurant And this is the knotty pine

Lodge Room themed like the Wisconsin lodge where

Dillinger went after he broke out of the Lake County

Jail Wersquoll have the actual original judgersquos bench from

the criminal court building where Dillinger was

arraigned and we have this hidden room that we will

call the Chairman of the Board Room that will be

dedicated to Frank Sinatra and can be used for a

birthday party or a private business meeting

ldquoWe plan on being open in the springrdquo Kis says

unsure of an exact date of opening of The Speakeasy

at the Spa However the Spa Special Event Center is

currently open for banquet events and can serve

groups as large as 250 in a warm event space that

houses two fireplaces and overlooks a spectacular

view of the woods and Little Calumet River ldquoFor

decades this was the place to go and we just want to

bring that back We will do our best to make people

happy There will be unique fun from the minute you

come in the doorrdquo

For more information please call Ed at 219-898-1502

or 219-841-6677

Ed Kis with one of the many period pieces bought to restore the 90 year old Spa facility

Blue Prints for renovation

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 20156

PERFECT ON A LAzy WEEKEND MORNING THE SUNDAy BRUNCH

AT BARTLETTrsquoS GOURMET GRILL amp TAVERN ON HIGHWAy 12 IN

BEVERLy SHORES may start with the Buckrsquon Good Bloody Mary made

with a perfectly balanced house mix with a touch of horseradish packed full

of treats along with their house venison stick but then it all continues a la

carte with selections like a breakfast reuben an open faced sandwich

consisting of layers of marble rye Bartlettrsquos own kraut with apples and

caramelized onions thick slice warm corned beef finished with two eggs

over easy with a drizzle of Hollandaise served with freshly grated hash

browns with a touch of onion and fresh dill The chorizo stuffed waffle is

topped with Chihuahua cheese and pica de gallo served with breakfast red

potatoes and sweet peppers Also enjoy chicken and biscuits breakfast

poutine and multigrain Fiji apple pancakes among plenty of other selections

Bartlettrsquos is the creation of husband and wife team Nicole Bissonnette and

Gary Sander who have a long history in the culinary arts Gary says he grew

up in south suburbs worked as a bus boy for many years in a country club

and ended up in the kitchen He worked as an apprentice under renowned

chef Carolyn Buster at The Cottage in Calumet City Illinois before buying

and running Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute for 20 years Nicole is a graduate of the

prestigious Cordon Bleu in Paris and she trained with the world-famous

chef Michel Troisgros They have won numerous awards made television

appearances and been featured in magazines Gary has cooked for such

notables as Peter Jennings Martha Stewart and Donald Trump yet he

explains why they call Beverly Shores home for their family and their

restaurant ldquoIrsquove always liked being a big fish in a little pond and I appreciate

the loyalty of Northwest Indiana supporting my careerrdquo

Bartlettrsquos Gourmet Grill amp Tavern began on December 5th in 2008 and since

then they have brought locals and visitors what Gary calls ldquosimple food done

wellrdquo Such simple food includes the tuna Nicoise salad which features rare

seared fresh ahi sushi-grade tuna with a Provence crust ldquoIt is a draw on my

days in France where I studied for five years and so this is quintessential

from that erardquo says Nicole ldquoThe olive is a Nicoise olive oil cured from the

PerFeCt on a LazY WeeKend Morning

Above Buckrsquon Good Bloody Mary with Breakfast Reuben

BartlettrsquosGourmet Grill amp Tavern

Tuna Nicoise Salad

7DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

region of Provence The Provence crust is

comprised of herbes de Provencemdashlavender and

oreganordquo The flavors are unmistakable yet

subtle enough that the flavor of the tuna comes

through the perfect accent light and tasty

The Duck Confit amp Pork Belly Filled Wontons

feature shredded duck pork belly herbs and

spices in a light wonton wrapper served crispy

with an Asian hoisin ginger and soy reduction

with a carrot-diakon radish slaw ldquoThe confit is

an old French technique and we combine that

with a homemade Asian sauce in a wonton

wrapper that we form and fry The duck is

traditionally Asian and this is just a little twist

on a fun bar snack We sell a lot of thoserdquo says

Nicole The combination is perfectmdashsweet

succulent moist and substantial Other favorites

in the menu include the winter lamb shank with

gnocchi and root vegetables and sauteacuteed kale

as well as the turkey club on sourdough with a

house made apricot jam granny smith apple

and thick cut bacon Nicole says ldquoItrsquos our number

one selling sandwich because itrsquos the tasty

combination of savory sweet and smokerdquo Also

make sure to try the venison chili which is

available throughout the winter

In the warmer months Bartlettrsquos features an

outdoor deck with a childrenrsquos playhouse so kids

can run around while parents are enjoying their

dinner and a glass of wine A screened-in porch

is great for private parties and there are events

throughout the year such as comedy night beer

fest music fest and oyster fest as well as plenty

of weeknight specials

Foodie FindsAll Day Long Lamb ShankAustralian lamb on the bone sewed on potato gnocchi with sauteed kale and tomatoes

Duck Confit amp Pork Belly Filled Wontonsfeatures shredded duck pork belly herbs and spices in a light wonton~

ldquoIrsquove always liked being a big fish in a little pond and

I appreciate the loyalty of Northwest Indiana

supporting my careerrdquo

ndash Gary Sander

~

IT MIGHT BE DIFFICULT TO SELECT AN APPETIzER AT OCTAVE GRILL

SINCE ALL OF THE OFFERINGS ARE THE PERFECT WAy TO BEGIN A

GREAT MEAL The buffalo fries are always a favorite fresh cut and tossed

in buffalo sauce made from scratch with bleu cheese crumbles and just the

right amount of heat The perch cakes topped with a tart and creamy dill

caper tartar and ancho-chile sauce with greens and lemon are something

not found on any run-of-the-mill menu Taco tots are always fun with the

house guacamole or the goat cheese fondue with warm pita crackers apple

and zucchini for dipping But the fried pickles are also a favorite The panko

breading provides just the right amount of crunch and is never soggy

The tabasco aioli is a savory complement to the tang of the generous wedges

of dill pickle

Then therersquos the rest of the menu With a cozy creative interior choosing

what to devour is hard but enjoying the selection is easy at Octave Grill Itrsquos

the perfect place to take onersquos time making conversation over a substantial

burger made with Bill Kurtisrsquos Tallgrass Beef which may not mean anything

to readers but will mean much to their taste buds Casey Petro co-owner

with wife Sylvia opened the restaurant in July 2010 and since then their

gastronomic pleasures have been the pride of Duneland Casey had previously

worked for years at another restaurant in the area and then pursued a career

by attending culinary school at Ivy Tech After he worked for a number of

years in hotel restaurants around the country he began to design a restaurant

of his own ldquoPrior to moving back here Sylvia and I had moved around for

four years and saw that the burger and craft beer restaurant was working

elsewhere so we wanted to bring it here We wanted a restaurant where we

would eat We wanted to offer quality ingredients and we wanted items that

were really unique like the grass fed beef We had enough of our own ideas

that we thought we could do it We had a spot picked out and it just fell into

placerdquo he says

The menu includes such tantalizing dishes as the Cuban a pulled pork

sandwich with ham Fair Oaks Farm Swiss cheese grilled onions pickles

key lime aioli whole-grain mustard greens and tomato on a French roll

or the roasted squash salad with organic greens capriole goat cheese roasted

butternut squash sliced almonds pickled red onion and creamy white wine

Perch Cakes

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 20158

Octave GrillBurger Restaurant

Hot Pants Burger

vinaigrette and an ample offering of burgers

including the popular Hot Pants ldquoItrsquos a burger

with our grass fed beef on a brioche bun with

giardiniera which we make in house tabasco

aioli Fair Oaks Farm Habanero Havarti bacon

beer battered onion rings and tomato People

like the onion rings and the spice It was a burger

of the month and was so popular we put in on

the menurdquo Petro says

Octave Grill is a favorite for locals and those

looking to show off to visitors what Duneland

is all about Petro says ldquoWe keep growing every

year Over the summer we won best burger in

Porter County through Indiana Dunes Tourism

I think itrsquos because our burgers and all of our

food is made from scratch Even all of our

desserts are always homemaderdquo Add this to the

ever-changing selection of local and craft beers

like 18th Street Brewery Lake Street Express

Shoreline Brewery Bavarian Bombshell

Greenbush Brewing Co Distorter Southern Tier

2x Presso and Victory Hop Ranch and you may

never want to leave

~ldquoWe wanted a restaurant where we would eat We wanted to offer quality ingredients

and we wanted items that were really unique like the grass fed beefrdquo

ndash Casey Petro~

9DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

KEVIN DOLEROwner

879-8525

154 W Chicago St | Downtown Valparaiso | (219) 464-1636 | ChicagoStreetorg

HENRY amp RAMONAMar 6-14

THE ANGELS OF LEMNOSAPR 10-25

COBBMay 22-June 6

Octave GrillBurger Restaurant

Hot Pants Burger

Octave Grillrsquos cozy interior feels like coming home

Beer selections change daily

yOU HAVE PROBABLy HEARD OF LEROyrsquoS HOT STUFF SINCE OWNER

LEROy FLORES IS SO INVOLVED IN THE COMMUNITy A generous man

with a warm heart Leroy believes in supporting the causes that make the

Duneland community more of a family From helping to establish Porterrsquos

Perfect Pint the annual beer festival held each October in Hawthorne Park

that benefits the Porter Parks Department and the Porter Volunteer Fire

Department to appearances at virtually every event around the county

including the Porter County Fair and giving to causes for individuals and

organizations Leroyrsquos Hot Stuff is more than a restaurantmdashit is an icon in

the community

Flores opened his doors in Porter on Highway 20 in 1990 With delicious

breakfasts such as huevos rancheros steak and eggs or huevos con chorizo

lunches like sopes tamales or burritos and dinners such as steak fajitas

chicken mole or carne asada itrsquos no wonder that Leroyrsquos is always packed

with guests enjoying delicious homemade Mexican food Flores says that he

has both a love for his community and a love for serving the finest quality

food ldquoI had worked in the restaurant business for five years and got tired of

working for other people and wanted to do work of my own I grew up in

Hammond and moved here to Porter to take advantage of the school system

for my family It has been a wonderful place to raise a family and establish

a businessrdquo Flores says

Starting with fresh chips and salsa not too salty and just the right kick of

heat with fresh cilantro any meal is going to make the family happy But

due to smoking laws that went into effect on July 1 2012 Leroyrsquos is no longer

able to allow minors into the restaurant although the full menu including

alcohol (excluding Sundays of course) is available for carryout Make sure

to try the cheese enchiladasmdashwhite corn tortillas filled with melted white

queso with creamy savory beans and tangy rice on the side Fish tacos are

also a specialty either broiled or fried and especially affordable on Taco

Tuesday There are also American food selections like Italian beef burgers

wraps and sandwiches Leroyrsquos also caters for events such as office parties

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201510

Leroyrsquos Hot StuffHome cooked Mexican and American Entrees Leroyrsquos Hot StuffHome cooked Mexican and American Entrees

Homemade Tamales

Bread Bowl with Chili

11DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

3602 Enterprise AvenueValparaiso IN 46383

2194626601 Fax 2194650766

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Diana Twyman co-owner of Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

with her son Jack Strode says they opened the

restaurant on May 2 2013 and have established

a business known for its steaks salads and special

events ldquoWe do a lot of non-profit work and

fundraisers for groups such as Save the Dunes

Charter School of the Dunes Discovery Charter

School and the Miller Arts and Creative District

Wersquove done collaborative dinners with 3 Floydrsquos

Brewery in Munster and 18th Street Brewery here

in Miller which have been very popular eventsrdquo

she says

ldquoWe have also done a farm to table dinner with

Green Sense Farm in Portage and wersquove done

cocktail dinners that are themed such as Mad

Men where people came in costume and it was a

lot of fun We look to reprise all of these events

because people really love the specialty dinners

We always have specials on our menu every night

and every first Friday we have oysters flown

in for our champagne and oysters specialrdquo

says Twyman

Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

graduations or even a wedding They specialize

in Mexican cuisine but are capable of preparing

just about anything guests would like and beer

and alcohol catering is available as well with

fully licensed and insured staff They also have

a banquet facility live entertainment karaoke

and they are open seven days a week Breakfast

is served from 7 am until noon

Leroy says that bringing his community the food

he and his staff prepare every day is a labor of

love ldquoThe recipes were my momrsquos We make

our soups from scratch every day We also do a

lot of catering and have been doing it for a while

We do a lot of office lunches at the mills and

we do a lot of festivals We prepare food for all

of the Cruisinrsquo events at the Harley-Davidson

shop in Valpo which is a great way to come by

and try us There are always 300 to 400 cars out

there and we set up every Friday from 5 pm to

9 pm from Memorial Day to Labor Day We

have been doing the Porter County Fair for over

10 years now and wersquore down by the grandstand

We stay pretty busy out there because we arenrsquot

using a fryer out theremdashwe specialize in Mexican

food and thatrsquos what we dordquo he says

Tomato Basil Wrap with Grilled Chicken and Bacon

START OFF WITH FRESHLy-BAKED BREAD CRUSTy ON THE OUTSIDE

WARM AND PILLOWy ON THE INSIDE DIPPED IN A SWEET MIxTURE

OF VIRGIN OLIVE OIL AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR PROCURED FROM

THE FINEST PURVEyORS AND AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE NExT

DOOR AT GOOD TO GO Next bite into cavatappi pasta corkscrews that

individually hold a rich parmesan buttery cream sauce surrounded by

generous amounts of Portobello mushrooms lightly caramelized shallots

and plump tender grilled chicken Make sure to save some bread to sop up

the extra sauce This is just one of the tantalizing selections at Lucrezia Cafe

and Nada Karas co-owner with her husband Michael Karas says that they

have been bringing such carefully-selected dishes to Duneland since

November 1998

ldquoWhen we moved here in the lsquo90s there was nowhere to eat At that time

there were only diners and pizza places We were frustrated and my husband

has always wanted to own a restaurant We felt a white linen restaurant

wasnrsquot the way to go We wanted to be a little more casual since itrsquos close to

the beach with superior food excellence service and we wanted it more of

a cafeacute trattoria We wanted people to be able to walk in either dressed to the

nines or in flip flops from the beach and be able to have a wonderful dining

experience Outdoor dining is very important to us as wellrdquo Nada Karas says

Chefs at Lucrezia such as Chef Alfredo Anguiano pride themselves on making

their dishes from the finest ingredients Karas explains ldquoIn the summer it is

dishes Made FroM the Finest ingredients

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

Zucotto

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201512

Pappardelle Bolognese

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

much easier to purchase our ingredients locally from

the European Market and other suppliers In the

winter things change for us Itrsquos not so easy and we

have to deal with buying from purveyors in the

Chicagoland area with whom wersquove had a great working

relationship smaller boutique vendors that like to

provide us with some artesian wares Wersquore constantly

going to food shows to see whatrsquos new and exciting I

have a lot of allergies so Irsquom very picky on how we

buy We donrsquot buy things that are processed nothing

with additives so itrsquos important for us to buy

exceptional quality ingredients We have a menu that

doesnrsquot change much but we tweak it twice a year and

thatrsquos why we have the chalkboards because we instill

creativity with our culinary staff so they can provide

items that are seasonal and exciting and differentrdquo

ldquoOne thing wersquore very proud of is that we buy our

salmon directly from the fisherman He is a friend of

ours a commercial fisherman in Kodiak Alaska and

so in season that salmon is coming directly from

Kodiak on Alaska Air cargo picked up by my husband

at OrsquoHare so itrsquos phenomenal Everyone who has had

it raves about it We make everything from scratch

including our desserts We are old school and Chef

Alfredo Anguiano has been with us from day one and

he makes desserts twice a week from scratch After

being here 16 years I hope wersquove been able to open

the door for other restaurants to come in We had a

vision and wersquove kept it the same wayrdquo Karas says

13DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad

THE WAITRESS BALANCES PLATES PILED HIGH WITH SUMPTUOUS

SUSTENANCE LIKE THE BBQ PORK PLATE STEAK KABOBS GRILLED

FRESH SALMON WITH HOISIN SAUCE LAKE PERCH BOURSIN

CHICKEN AND RIBEyES CRAFT HOUSE MAy BE NAMED FOR THEIR

BREWS BUT THE MEALS ARE JUST AS SELECT IN THIS FAMILy

FRIENDLy SMOKE-FREE BAR AND RESTAURANT

The Craft House opened in September of 2014 The owners decided that

Chesterton was missing a place to go to eat a good meal and drink a good

beer with great service says Dana Malone owner and manager ldquoCraft House

has 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles The menu has something

for everyone and it is all prepared in houserdquo she says One of those items on

the menu is the popular shrimp and crab which features sauteacuteed shrimp over

a delicious garlic cream sauce and a bed of rice topped with a house made

Maryland style lump crab cake and a crab claw Other selections include a

freshly shaved prime rib topped with sauteacuteed mushrooms caramelized onions

and Swiss cheese on a pretzel bun with horseradish aioli sauce the bacon

ranch melt which is a ranch-rubbed Angus burger topped with bacon Swiss

cheese and sauteacuteed onions between two slices of marble rye and the Sriracha

chicken wrap which is grilled chicken cheddar cheese lettuce tomatoes and

flour tortilla chips tossed in a ranch Sriracha salsa and wrapped in a flour

FaMiLY FriendLY sMoKe-Free Bar and restaUrant

Craft HouseBar and Grill

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201514

Call for

a Tour

219-921-2200 bull wwwAddisonPointeHRCcom780 Dickinson Road bull Chesterton IN 46304

Rehabilitative Services amp Private Suites Available

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Grilled Fresh Salmon with Hoisin Sauce

Steak and Stout Portabella Asian Wonton Bowls and Beer Flight

tortilla Top it all off with a beignet or a scoop of Valpo

Velvet ice cream

Located in the site of the former Hooligans Malone

is certain to point out that Craft House is a much

different vibe ldquoWe have no dancefloor but we feature

acoustic music on Friday and Saturday There is

something for everybody on our menu and we try to

feature items for vegetarians and have gluten-free

options We have a number of specials too Wednesday

night is our light bite menu which features smaller

appetizer plates so you can get a couple and share

Monday is half-priced drafts and Tuesday is half-

priced bottles of wine Friday and Saturday we have

a different dinner special in addition to the menu

The atmosphere here is family friendly and smoke

free We have a lot of meeting space and you can

watch any sporting event on one of our 27 televisions

Itrsquos just a great place to meet with a group or another

couple watch a game or sit on the outdoor patio in

the summerrdquo Malone says

Craft House can accommodate anywhere from one

person to groups of up to 150 Beer selections include

stouts IPAs pilsners cream ales porters saisons

lagers and ciders from breweries both local and

national such as Bellrsquos Shoreline Lucky Stone Pub

18th Street Greenbush Burn lsquoEm Founders

Lagunitas Three Floyds and Two Brothers The

owners come to visit each table and ask how the meal

is tasting and staff is friendly and attentive Live

music is frequently featured but when not on stage

classic rock from the likes of Aerosmith and Boston

jams throughout the large yet cozy atmosphere There

is also an upstairs level that is available for groups or

events They offer an appetizer buffet dinner buffet

and many other food options The Loft Room has its

own private full-service bar and the view of Chesterton

is unlike any other

15DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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560-4 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN 46304

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Craft House features 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201516

ldquoWhen Porter-Starke Services

first started there was a heavy

emphasis on inpatient psychiatric

treatment and although this

crisis service is still very

important to us and individuals

in our community it is now only

one part of our continuum of

carerdquo said Rocco Schiralli

President and CEO of Porter-

Starke Services ldquoSince we opened

40 years ago research has taught us a great deal about

the human brain and the best practices to deliver care

We have also worked hard to integrate treatment of

the mind and body These are just a few examples

of how we continue to evolverdquo Schiralli said

With a mission dedicated to enhancing the quality of

life in our community through prevention treatment

education and research Porter-Starke Services has

transformed lives throughout Northwest Indiana The

not-for-profit organization continues to provide

outpatient mental health and addiction services for

adults children and families Additionally

partnerships extend their circle of care to the

community to include prevention services including

screening for depression anxiety and substance abuse

at local hospitals and clinics The organization also

provides addiction treatment to inmates at the Porter

County Jail and counseling at local school

corporations among many others Porter-Starke

Services developed these programs in response to

unique needs in the community

Mental health services have changed as have our

attitudes toward them ldquoHistorically individuals with

mental health issues werenrsquot treated very well in our

country but society has seen this shift for the better

in the past 40 yearsrdquo said Elliott Miller Director of

Marketing amp Development Schiralli added ldquoIt has

improved but we still have a long way to go That

applies to any population that is stigmatized not just

mental health and addiction but any group that has

been subject to discrimination And this stigma is

something we continually strive to eliminaterdquo

ldquoThe truth is one in four people nationwide experience

this Year porter-starke services ceLebrates their 40th anniversarY over the course of those four DecaDes

MentaL heaLth treatMent has aDvanceD treMenDousLY

Timeline of major milesTones Porter-starke services is a compassionate and dedicated organization committed to the health and well-being of our community a major impetus for change began in 1953 when the mental Health association of Porter County was established which later provided seed money to build the first Porter-Starke services facility in 1967 laPorte-Porter-starke services was formed by 36 volunteers with a budget of $2000 to develop local community partnerships secure funding and ultimately lay the groundwork for what would later become Porter-starke services in 1974 start-up funding was secured state funds were granted to Porter-starke services to provide inpatient hospitalization partial hospitalization outpatient emergency consultation and education services in 1975 Porter-starke services opened with a 14-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital The main office was staffed with just one employee space was leased to provide outpatient services in Knox One year later the Portage office opened in 1990 residential services expanded into Valparaiso and in 1992 the Valparaiso Campus added an outpatient facility To grow and enhance therapeutic services Porter-starke services purchased the building at 601 Wall street services and facilities continued to expand over the years By 2013 Porter-starke services served a record 11000 people

reCenT aWards earned By PorTer-sTarKe serViCes 2014 Best Practice Honors (american Psychological association)

2013 Psychologically Healthy Workplace award (indiana Psychological association)

2011 Outstanding Nonprofit organization award (Porter County Community foundation)

2010 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

2010 Community improvement award (Portage Chamber of Commerce)

2008 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

porter-starke services Celebrating 40 years

of Mental Health in Porter and Starke County

Rocco Schiralli President and CEO

Rendering of 701 Wall Street

Pictured (l-r) Lee Grogg Arthur Malasto Herman Schumacher John Schumacher and Merle Miller view a

model of the 701 Wall Street building at the groundbreaking ceremony held October 10 1974 in Valparaiso Indiana

In the early 1950s Mental Health America issues a call to asylums across the country to remove and

send in their discarded chains and shackles On April 13 1956 at the McShane Bell Foundry in

Baltimore Maryland Mental Health America melts down the bindings recasting them into the Mental

Health Bell Photo courtesy of Mental Health America wwwmentalhealthamericanet

17DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

a mental illness or addiction but sometimes individuals

donrsquot feel they have a reason to care unless they are

personally connected to the issuerdquo said Miller Schiralli

continues ldquoWe would like to see a community that

truly cares for mental health and is aware of its

importance Why should mental illness be any different

than diabetes heart disease or cancerrdquo

In addition to greater acceptance Miller says he hopes

mental health services will continue to evolve in the

future ldquoOur compassionate dedicated staff of 220

employees as well as our volunteers and partners

will continue to serve the community day in and day

out and drive positive changerdquo Schiralli agrees ldquoI

envision Porter-Starke Services as the best place to

work and the best place to receive care Thatrsquos the

expectation we set Wersquove invested a great deal of our

time effort and resources into achieving these goals

with our employees and clients Wersquove been recognized

for some of these accomplishments but we always

challenge ourselves to improve We want to be

innovative ndash to implement best practices and initiatives

in our industry that the typical healthcare center may

not venture into Itrsquos the right thing to do because it

will best serve our community We continue to develop

local partnerships to provide the highest quality

healthcare Each day we work to inspire everyone to

advance health balance and hoperdquo

From left to rightAileen Wehren Vice President of Systems Administration (standing)Dr Anand Popli Medical Director (standing)Sandy Carlson Vice President of Clinical Services (sitting)Rocco Schiralli PresidentCEO (sitting)Mary Idstein Chief Financial Officer (standing)

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201518

Duneland Exchange Club maKing a differenCe in the lives of area youth

tthe DuneLanD exchange cLub is a chapter of the nationaL exchange cLub an organization that works to Make our coMMunities better pLaces to Live

The National Exchange Club is the oldest service

organization in the country with more than 650 local

clubs throughout the US and Puerto Rico including

one right here in Duneland The National Exchange

Club was founded March 27 1911 in Detroit and today

the club has grown to include nearly 20000 members

Through the Programs of Service ndash Americanism

Community Service and youth Programs ndash members

support activities that benefit youth promote pride

in our country and honor military and public service

providers to name a few The prevention of child

abuse is Exchangersquos National Project

Pam Strudas past president of the Duneland Exchange

Club says that this cause of child abuse prevention

is critical to their work as members ldquoOur main focus

as a group is prevention of child abuse Most of our

efforts are fundraisers geared toward helping that

cause We donate to several different groups that

support that cause such as Dunebrook (a not-for-

profit organization in Michigan City and Valparaiso

that provides child prevention services

advocates for children and provides

positive family support and education)

We fund the Body Safety Program that

we have had in the Duneland Schools

for several years now This is an

empowerment program for children to

know their bodies what is not

appropriate for adults to do or touch

and to tell them it is NEVER their fault

and it IS okay to tell an adult they know

and trust It is a positive energetic

educational program for young children to learn the

awkward terms and things that parents and

teachers donrsquot like to talk aboutrdquo Strudas says

Although child abuse prevention is the main area of

focus for the club members are also dedicated to other

service projects as well ldquoThere are many groups we

donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request

money through grants and some we have just always

helped out in any way we can We recognize youth in

our community with the Duneland Exchange Club

youth of the Month This is given to a high school

senior identified through the guidance counselor We

also recognize our Citizen of the Month which is for

4th through 6th graders which are identified through

teacher recommendation We have an Americanism

Project called ldquoProudly We Hailrdquo This recognition is

given to a business or citizen who regularly displays

the American flag correctly We have an essayposter

contest for 7th and 8th graders called ldquoOne Nation

under Godrdquo where students write about what the

Pledge of Allegiance means to them We recognize

winners with a certificate and cash award There is

also a regional and national level that the students

can go on to compete inrdquo

There are a number of ways that the Duneland

Exchange Club raises funds for these important causes

says Strudas ldquoWe have our annual winetasting the

Frog Hunt and others throughout the yearrdquo she says

ldquoOne of our favorite projects for our community is our

talent show which we do in the spring for kindergarten

through 12th grade and anyone is eligible from public

school private school or homeschool as long as they

19DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

are in the Duneland district All of the money raised

goes to the Natural Helpers program who help to

coordinate the show We pack the place every year

and itrsquos held at the high school auditorium We raise

about $10000 on the wine tasting and all of that

money goes into our child abuse prevention funds so

the funds are given to these programs through grants

Only our dues go toward operation costs but the funds

we raise go to these programsrdquo

Supporting Duneland youth and prevention of child

abuse is vital to the work the members of the Duneland

Exchange Club perform ldquoThere is such a problem in

our country with child abuse and neglect and you

always want to do something to help and this is a real

concrete way to help out and make an impact There

is a wonderful satisfaction in being a part of the

community Itrsquos a loving wonderful town and you

really get to see the heart of the people We welcome

new members We meet the first and third Thursday

of each month at 7 am at Round the Clock in

Chesterton and anyone is welcome to come and see

what the club is all aboutrdquo Strudas says

ldquoldquoThere are many groups we donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request money through grants and some we have just

always helped out in any way we can

Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos December Youth of the Month Bethany Van Drie Her parents Jeff and Katherine Van Drie with Duneland Exchange Club member Dr Daniel Keilman

Dawn Ruge enjoys the Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos Wine and Canvas event

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YEARS 19752015 WWWPORTERSTARKEORG

a Vision for Our Community

Health balance and hope for everyoneAnyone in crisis

Anyone seeking care

Anyone wanting more

Our community needs quality mental health and wellness services

Porter-Starke Services was created to fulfill that need in 1975 and we continue to do so 40 years later

See how it all began view a historical timeline of Porter-Starke Services atwwwporterstarkeorg40years

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201522

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25DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

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Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

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whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

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above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

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george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

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Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

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purdue university north central 36

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DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 20154

it is no Mistake that a spa bY Definition is a pLace for renewaL for Jeanne hoYLe owner anD eD kis generaL Manager of the spa speciaL events center at 333 n MineraL springs roaD in porter bringing renewaL to this faMous LocaL LanDMark breathing new Life into the bones of this oLD buiLDing that once pLaYeD host to roMantic Dinners weDDing receptions anD evenings before proM is a Matter of intense passion anD Labor Set on a hill above the silvery

waters of the Little Calumet River on land that once

housed the Mineral Springs waters thought to possess

the powers of health and renewal the Spa has a long

history of bringing merriment and mirth to those who

stepped inside Kis says he hopes to rekindle those

memories nearly two decades after the doors to the

Spa were shuttered so they have spent countless

hours replacing walls beam by beam removing

materials destroyed from the elements reforming

foundations remodeling dated interior deacutecor and

renewing this magnificent structure to its former

glory Perhaps then the spirits can return

ldquoWe want to start the new memoriesrdquo Kis and Hoyle

say of their intentions ldquoEveryone tells us something

that they remember from when they were here before

It was a special place to go for prom birthdays to

get engaged for bar mitzvahs for company parties

We hear so many stories from people We want to

bring it all backrdquo they say Those efforts have not

been easy ldquoWe knew when you take over an old

building itrsquos hard And it has sat vacant for 12 years

when it was owned by the bank But when we heard

that the bank wanted to bulldoze the building we just

couldnrsquot let that history gordquo Kis says

The history of the Spa goes back to the late 1920s

when it first opened its doors Shortly after came the

Depression and Prohibition ldquoAt that time most of

the booze was coming out of Canadardquo Kis says ldquoThey

didnrsquot have Prohibition so the booze went from

Canada through Milwaukee and into Chicago then

over here But it became too costly for the alcohol to

come here by truck because in every town theyrsquod have

to pay off the mayors and the police chief so Al Capone

started moving his illegal booze by boat out of Chicago

into the Little Calumet River There is actually a dock

on our property where they could bring the alcohol

into the basement of this building The gangsters and

politicians and lawyers the few who were making

money vacationed and partied in Beverly Shores

Odgen Dunes Long Beach and Porter and so Capone

and these guys ate and drank here at the Spa In the

mid-1950s and 1960s there was a casino here It was

a gambling den and there was an illegal race track

nearby that was shut down by the state militia twice

so it was fairly lawless in those daysrdquo

Kis has a vision to bring a little of this history back

to life by renewing the Speakeasy at the Spa and by

tapping into that prohibition history He is just the

guy to do it too Kis was raised in a family that worked

in the restaurant industry His father was owner of

the Lighthouse Restaurants in Lake County Indiana

Ed and his two brothers Skip and Bob spent their

childhood peeling potatoes in the basement of that

family restaurant on 5th Street and Van Buren in

Gary and then in a variety of other jobs in the

subsequent family restaurants Ed opened his own

restaurant and bar in downtown Crown Point the

popular SOBs (which stands for Sons of the Boss)

ldquoIt was a speakeasy-themed restaurant and was an

Renewing

Jeanne Hoyle Owner and Ed Kis General Manager of The Spa Special Events Center

5DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

Now Open amp Serving Parties up to 250

~ A 90 Year Tradition Continues ~

Call us today to learn more about the historic rebirth set up a consultation amp schedule your next special event

wwwgreatlakescateringcom

(219) 898-1502

FEATURING

GREAT LAKES CATERING

icon in the community It was the most fun I ever had

and I want to recreate that history that has been here

at the Spa for 90 yearsrdquo he says

As general manager of Top Dog and Great Lakes

Catering in Michigan City Ed hasnrsquot slowed his roll

for one second and he admits thatrsquos a good thing

Restoring the Spa to a version of its previous

incarnation has been a challenge since Jeanne took

ownership two years ago ldquoIt will be a lot of fun but

it sure has been a lot of work We recently took down

a wall and tree nuts came out like we had won a jackpot

and have been face to face with raccoons We had to

redo the roof because it was like a swimming pool up

there There are 14000 square feet of space here and

so far we have about 5000 finished and are hosting

banquets We know it will be a Speakeasy restaurant

eventually and just want to make sure we take our

time to do it rightrdquo Kis says

Walking throughout the facility Kis has a definite

vision of what the restaurant will look like including

keeping many of the original features the same ldquoStaff

used to put stale bread on feeders in the trees so that

guests could watch the raccoons come and eat We

will do that again but we will have no televisions here

Thatrsquos one thing that will be different We have a

Seaburg jukebox that we will restore and a 1920s Art

Deco bar that is from a Chicago saloon Wersquoll have a

glass chandelier over the dance floor casino tables

with glass tops and a DJ booth for after-hour events

The baby grand piano is from the original restaurant

and will be part of our piano bar We have a pianist

who will perform with a chanteuse There will be more

entertainment in this lounge than virtually any

other place in Northwest Indianardquo he says

Each room or nook will have a personality and

function all its own ldquoWersquoll have an old-fashioned deli

counter with a salad bar meatballs and Vienna beef

Chicago Dogs over hererdquo Kis says pointing to one

area of the restaurant And this is the knotty pine

Lodge Room themed like the Wisconsin lodge where

Dillinger went after he broke out of the Lake County

Jail Wersquoll have the actual original judgersquos bench from

the criminal court building where Dillinger was

arraigned and we have this hidden room that we will

call the Chairman of the Board Room that will be

dedicated to Frank Sinatra and can be used for a

birthday party or a private business meeting

ldquoWe plan on being open in the springrdquo Kis says

unsure of an exact date of opening of The Speakeasy

at the Spa However the Spa Special Event Center is

currently open for banquet events and can serve

groups as large as 250 in a warm event space that

houses two fireplaces and overlooks a spectacular

view of the woods and Little Calumet River ldquoFor

decades this was the place to go and we just want to

bring that back We will do our best to make people

happy There will be unique fun from the minute you

come in the doorrdquo

For more information please call Ed at 219-898-1502

or 219-841-6677

Ed Kis with one of the many period pieces bought to restore the 90 year old Spa facility

Blue Prints for renovation

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 20156

PERFECT ON A LAzy WEEKEND MORNING THE SUNDAy BRUNCH

AT BARTLETTrsquoS GOURMET GRILL amp TAVERN ON HIGHWAy 12 IN

BEVERLy SHORES may start with the Buckrsquon Good Bloody Mary made

with a perfectly balanced house mix with a touch of horseradish packed full

of treats along with their house venison stick but then it all continues a la

carte with selections like a breakfast reuben an open faced sandwich

consisting of layers of marble rye Bartlettrsquos own kraut with apples and

caramelized onions thick slice warm corned beef finished with two eggs

over easy with a drizzle of Hollandaise served with freshly grated hash

browns with a touch of onion and fresh dill The chorizo stuffed waffle is

topped with Chihuahua cheese and pica de gallo served with breakfast red

potatoes and sweet peppers Also enjoy chicken and biscuits breakfast

poutine and multigrain Fiji apple pancakes among plenty of other selections

Bartlettrsquos is the creation of husband and wife team Nicole Bissonnette and

Gary Sander who have a long history in the culinary arts Gary says he grew

up in south suburbs worked as a bus boy for many years in a country club

and ended up in the kitchen He worked as an apprentice under renowned

chef Carolyn Buster at The Cottage in Calumet City Illinois before buying

and running Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute for 20 years Nicole is a graduate of the

prestigious Cordon Bleu in Paris and she trained with the world-famous

chef Michel Troisgros They have won numerous awards made television

appearances and been featured in magazines Gary has cooked for such

notables as Peter Jennings Martha Stewart and Donald Trump yet he

explains why they call Beverly Shores home for their family and their

restaurant ldquoIrsquove always liked being a big fish in a little pond and I appreciate

the loyalty of Northwest Indiana supporting my careerrdquo

Bartlettrsquos Gourmet Grill amp Tavern began on December 5th in 2008 and since

then they have brought locals and visitors what Gary calls ldquosimple food done

wellrdquo Such simple food includes the tuna Nicoise salad which features rare

seared fresh ahi sushi-grade tuna with a Provence crust ldquoIt is a draw on my

days in France where I studied for five years and so this is quintessential

from that erardquo says Nicole ldquoThe olive is a Nicoise olive oil cured from the

PerFeCt on a LazY WeeKend Morning

Above Buckrsquon Good Bloody Mary with Breakfast Reuben

BartlettrsquosGourmet Grill amp Tavern

Tuna Nicoise Salad

7DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

region of Provence The Provence crust is

comprised of herbes de Provencemdashlavender and

oreganordquo The flavors are unmistakable yet

subtle enough that the flavor of the tuna comes

through the perfect accent light and tasty

The Duck Confit amp Pork Belly Filled Wontons

feature shredded duck pork belly herbs and

spices in a light wonton wrapper served crispy

with an Asian hoisin ginger and soy reduction

with a carrot-diakon radish slaw ldquoThe confit is

an old French technique and we combine that

with a homemade Asian sauce in a wonton

wrapper that we form and fry The duck is

traditionally Asian and this is just a little twist

on a fun bar snack We sell a lot of thoserdquo says

Nicole The combination is perfectmdashsweet

succulent moist and substantial Other favorites

in the menu include the winter lamb shank with

gnocchi and root vegetables and sauteacuteed kale

as well as the turkey club on sourdough with a

house made apricot jam granny smith apple

and thick cut bacon Nicole says ldquoItrsquos our number

one selling sandwich because itrsquos the tasty

combination of savory sweet and smokerdquo Also

make sure to try the venison chili which is

available throughout the winter

In the warmer months Bartlettrsquos features an

outdoor deck with a childrenrsquos playhouse so kids

can run around while parents are enjoying their

dinner and a glass of wine A screened-in porch

is great for private parties and there are events

throughout the year such as comedy night beer

fest music fest and oyster fest as well as plenty

of weeknight specials

Foodie FindsAll Day Long Lamb ShankAustralian lamb on the bone sewed on potato gnocchi with sauteed kale and tomatoes

Duck Confit amp Pork Belly Filled Wontonsfeatures shredded duck pork belly herbs and spices in a light wonton~

ldquoIrsquove always liked being a big fish in a little pond and

I appreciate the loyalty of Northwest Indiana

supporting my careerrdquo

ndash Gary Sander

~

IT MIGHT BE DIFFICULT TO SELECT AN APPETIzER AT OCTAVE GRILL

SINCE ALL OF THE OFFERINGS ARE THE PERFECT WAy TO BEGIN A

GREAT MEAL The buffalo fries are always a favorite fresh cut and tossed

in buffalo sauce made from scratch with bleu cheese crumbles and just the

right amount of heat The perch cakes topped with a tart and creamy dill

caper tartar and ancho-chile sauce with greens and lemon are something

not found on any run-of-the-mill menu Taco tots are always fun with the

house guacamole or the goat cheese fondue with warm pita crackers apple

and zucchini for dipping But the fried pickles are also a favorite The panko

breading provides just the right amount of crunch and is never soggy

The tabasco aioli is a savory complement to the tang of the generous wedges

of dill pickle

Then therersquos the rest of the menu With a cozy creative interior choosing

what to devour is hard but enjoying the selection is easy at Octave Grill Itrsquos

the perfect place to take onersquos time making conversation over a substantial

burger made with Bill Kurtisrsquos Tallgrass Beef which may not mean anything

to readers but will mean much to their taste buds Casey Petro co-owner

with wife Sylvia opened the restaurant in July 2010 and since then their

gastronomic pleasures have been the pride of Duneland Casey had previously

worked for years at another restaurant in the area and then pursued a career

by attending culinary school at Ivy Tech After he worked for a number of

years in hotel restaurants around the country he began to design a restaurant

of his own ldquoPrior to moving back here Sylvia and I had moved around for

four years and saw that the burger and craft beer restaurant was working

elsewhere so we wanted to bring it here We wanted a restaurant where we

would eat We wanted to offer quality ingredients and we wanted items that

were really unique like the grass fed beef We had enough of our own ideas

that we thought we could do it We had a spot picked out and it just fell into

placerdquo he says

The menu includes such tantalizing dishes as the Cuban a pulled pork

sandwich with ham Fair Oaks Farm Swiss cheese grilled onions pickles

key lime aioli whole-grain mustard greens and tomato on a French roll

or the roasted squash salad with organic greens capriole goat cheese roasted

butternut squash sliced almonds pickled red onion and creamy white wine

Perch Cakes

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 20158

Octave GrillBurger Restaurant

Hot Pants Burger

vinaigrette and an ample offering of burgers

including the popular Hot Pants ldquoItrsquos a burger

with our grass fed beef on a brioche bun with

giardiniera which we make in house tabasco

aioli Fair Oaks Farm Habanero Havarti bacon

beer battered onion rings and tomato People

like the onion rings and the spice It was a burger

of the month and was so popular we put in on

the menurdquo Petro says

Octave Grill is a favorite for locals and those

looking to show off to visitors what Duneland

is all about Petro says ldquoWe keep growing every

year Over the summer we won best burger in

Porter County through Indiana Dunes Tourism

I think itrsquos because our burgers and all of our

food is made from scratch Even all of our

desserts are always homemaderdquo Add this to the

ever-changing selection of local and craft beers

like 18th Street Brewery Lake Street Express

Shoreline Brewery Bavarian Bombshell

Greenbush Brewing Co Distorter Southern Tier

2x Presso and Victory Hop Ranch and you may

never want to leave

~ldquoWe wanted a restaurant where we would eat We wanted to offer quality ingredients

and we wanted items that were really unique like the grass fed beefrdquo

ndash Casey Petro~

9DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

KEVIN DOLEROwner

879-8525

154 W Chicago St | Downtown Valparaiso | (219) 464-1636 | ChicagoStreetorg

HENRY amp RAMONAMar 6-14

THE ANGELS OF LEMNOSAPR 10-25

COBBMay 22-June 6

Octave GrillBurger Restaurant

Hot Pants Burger

Octave Grillrsquos cozy interior feels like coming home

Beer selections change daily

yOU HAVE PROBABLy HEARD OF LEROyrsquoS HOT STUFF SINCE OWNER

LEROy FLORES IS SO INVOLVED IN THE COMMUNITy A generous man

with a warm heart Leroy believes in supporting the causes that make the

Duneland community more of a family From helping to establish Porterrsquos

Perfect Pint the annual beer festival held each October in Hawthorne Park

that benefits the Porter Parks Department and the Porter Volunteer Fire

Department to appearances at virtually every event around the county

including the Porter County Fair and giving to causes for individuals and

organizations Leroyrsquos Hot Stuff is more than a restaurantmdashit is an icon in

the community

Flores opened his doors in Porter on Highway 20 in 1990 With delicious

breakfasts such as huevos rancheros steak and eggs or huevos con chorizo

lunches like sopes tamales or burritos and dinners such as steak fajitas

chicken mole or carne asada itrsquos no wonder that Leroyrsquos is always packed

with guests enjoying delicious homemade Mexican food Flores says that he

has both a love for his community and a love for serving the finest quality

food ldquoI had worked in the restaurant business for five years and got tired of

working for other people and wanted to do work of my own I grew up in

Hammond and moved here to Porter to take advantage of the school system

for my family It has been a wonderful place to raise a family and establish

a businessrdquo Flores says

Starting with fresh chips and salsa not too salty and just the right kick of

heat with fresh cilantro any meal is going to make the family happy But

due to smoking laws that went into effect on July 1 2012 Leroyrsquos is no longer

able to allow minors into the restaurant although the full menu including

alcohol (excluding Sundays of course) is available for carryout Make sure

to try the cheese enchiladasmdashwhite corn tortillas filled with melted white

queso with creamy savory beans and tangy rice on the side Fish tacos are

also a specialty either broiled or fried and especially affordable on Taco

Tuesday There are also American food selections like Italian beef burgers

wraps and sandwiches Leroyrsquos also caters for events such as office parties

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201510

Leroyrsquos Hot StuffHome cooked Mexican and American Entrees Leroyrsquos Hot StuffHome cooked Mexican and American Entrees

Homemade Tamales

Bread Bowl with Chili

11DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

3602 Enterprise AvenueValparaiso IN 46383

2194626601 Fax 2194650766

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Diana Twyman co-owner of Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

with her son Jack Strode says they opened the

restaurant on May 2 2013 and have established

a business known for its steaks salads and special

events ldquoWe do a lot of non-profit work and

fundraisers for groups such as Save the Dunes

Charter School of the Dunes Discovery Charter

School and the Miller Arts and Creative District

Wersquove done collaborative dinners with 3 Floydrsquos

Brewery in Munster and 18th Street Brewery here

in Miller which have been very popular eventsrdquo

she says

ldquoWe have also done a farm to table dinner with

Green Sense Farm in Portage and wersquove done

cocktail dinners that are themed such as Mad

Men where people came in costume and it was a

lot of fun We look to reprise all of these events

because people really love the specialty dinners

We always have specials on our menu every night

and every first Friday we have oysters flown

in for our champagne and oysters specialrdquo

says Twyman

Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

graduations or even a wedding They specialize

in Mexican cuisine but are capable of preparing

just about anything guests would like and beer

and alcohol catering is available as well with

fully licensed and insured staff They also have

a banquet facility live entertainment karaoke

and they are open seven days a week Breakfast

is served from 7 am until noon

Leroy says that bringing his community the food

he and his staff prepare every day is a labor of

love ldquoThe recipes were my momrsquos We make

our soups from scratch every day We also do a

lot of catering and have been doing it for a while

We do a lot of office lunches at the mills and

we do a lot of festivals We prepare food for all

of the Cruisinrsquo events at the Harley-Davidson

shop in Valpo which is a great way to come by

and try us There are always 300 to 400 cars out

there and we set up every Friday from 5 pm to

9 pm from Memorial Day to Labor Day We

have been doing the Porter County Fair for over

10 years now and wersquore down by the grandstand

We stay pretty busy out there because we arenrsquot

using a fryer out theremdashwe specialize in Mexican

food and thatrsquos what we dordquo he says

Tomato Basil Wrap with Grilled Chicken and Bacon

START OFF WITH FRESHLy-BAKED BREAD CRUSTy ON THE OUTSIDE

WARM AND PILLOWy ON THE INSIDE DIPPED IN A SWEET MIxTURE

OF VIRGIN OLIVE OIL AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR PROCURED FROM

THE FINEST PURVEyORS AND AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE NExT

DOOR AT GOOD TO GO Next bite into cavatappi pasta corkscrews that

individually hold a rich parmesan buttery cream sauce surrounded by

generous amounts of Portobello mushrooms lightly caramelized shallots

and plump tender grilled chicken Make sure to save some bread to sop up

the extra sauce This is just one of the tantalizing selections at Lucrezia Cafe

and Nada Karas co-owner with her husband Michael Karas says that they

have been bringing such carefully-selected dishes to Duneland since

November 1998

ldquoWhen we moved here in the lsquo90s there was nowhere to eat At that time

there were only diners and pizza places We were frustrated and my husband

has always wanted to own a restaurant We felt a white linen restaurant

wasnrsquot the way to go We wanted to be a little more casual since itrsquos close to

the beach with superior food excellence service and we wanted it more of

a cafeacute trattoria We wanted people to be able to walk in either dressed to the

nines or in flip flops from the beach and be able to have a wonderful dining

experience Outdoor dining is very important to us as wellrdquo Nada Karas says

Chefs at Lucrezia such as Chef Alfredo Anguiano pride themselves on making

their dishes from the finest ingredients Karas explains ldquoIn the summer it is

dishes Made FroM the Finest ingredients

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

Zucotto

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201512

Pappardelle Bolognese

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

much easier to purchase our ingredients locally from

the European Market and other suppliers In the

winter things change for us Itrsquos not so easy and we

have to deal with buying from purveyors in the

Chicagoland area with whom wersquove had a great working

relationship smaller boutique vendors that like to

provide us with some artesian wares Wersquore constantly

going to food shows to see whatrsquos new and exciting I

have a lot of allergies so Irsquom very picky on how we

buy We donrsquot buy things that are processed nothing

with additives so itrsquos important for us to buy

exceptional quality ingredients We have a menu that

doesnrsquot change much but we tweak it twice a year and

thatrsquos why we have the chalkboards because we instill

creativity with our culinary staff so they can provide

items that are seasonal and exciting and differentrdquo

ldquoOne thing wersquore very proud of is that we buy our

salmon directly from the fisherman He is a friend of

ours a commercial fisherman in Kodiak Alaska and

so in season that salmon is coming directly from

Kodiak on Alaska Air cargo picked up by my husband

at OrsquoHare so itrsquos phenomenal Everyone who has had

it raves about it We make everything from scratch

including our desserts We are old school and Chef

Alfredo Anguiano has been with us from day one and

he makes desserts twice a week from scratch After

being here 16 years I hope wersquove been able to open

the door for other restaurants to come in We had a

vision and wersquove kept it the same wayrdquo Karas says

13DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad

THE WAITRESS BALANCES PLATES PILED HIGH WITH SUMPTUOUS

SUSTENANCE LIKE THE BBQ PORK PLATE STEAK KABOBS GRILLED

FRESH SALMON WITH HOISIN SAUCE LAKE PERCH BOURSIN

CHICKEN AND RIBEyES CRAFT HOUSE MAy BE NAMED FOR THEIR

BREWS BUT THE MEALS ARE JUST AS SELECT IN THIS FAMILy

FRIENDLy SMOKE-FREE BAR AND RESTAURANT

The Craft House opened in September of 2014 The owners decided that

Chesterton was missing a place to go to eat a good meal and drink a good

beer with great service says Dana Malone owner and manager ldquoCraft House

has 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles The menu has something

for everyone and it is all prepared in houserdquo she says One of those items on

the menu is the popular shrimp and crab which features sauteacuteed shrimp over

a delicious garlic cream sauce and a bed of rice topped with a house made

Maryland style lump crab cake and a crab claw Other selections include a

freshly shaved prime rib topped with sauteacuteed mushrooms caramelized onions

and Swiss cheese on a pretzel bun with horseradish aioli sauce the bacon

ranch melt which is a ranch-rubbed Angus burger topped with bacon Swiss

cheese and sauteacuteed onions between two slices of marble rye and the Sriracha

chicken wrap which is grilled chicken cheddar cheese lettuce tomatoes and

flour tortilla chips tossed in a ranch Sriracha salsa and wrapped in a flour

FaMiLY FriendLY sMoKe-Free Bar and restaUrant

Craft HouseBar and Grill

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201514

Call for

a Tour

219-921-2200 bull wwwAddisonPointeHRCcom780 Dickinson Road bull Chesterton IN 46304

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Grilled Fresh Salmon with Hoisin Sauce

Steak and Stout Portabella Asian Wonton Bowls and Beer Flight

tortilla Top it all off with a beignet or a scoop of Valpo

Velvet ice cream

Located in the site of the former Hooligans Malone

is certain to point out that Craft House is a much

different vibe ldquoWe have no dancefloor but we feature

acoustic music on Friday and Saturday There is

something for everybody on our menu and we try to

feature items for vegetarians and have gluten-free

options We have a number of specials too Wednesday

night is our light bite menu which features smaller

appetizer plates so you can get a couple and share

Monday is half-priced drafts and Tuesday is half-

priced bottles of wine Friday and Saturday we have

a different dinner special in addition to the menu

The atmosphere here is family friendly and smoke

free We have a lot of meeting space and you can

watch any sporting event on one of our 27 televisions

Itrsquos just a great place to meet with a group or another

couple watch a game or sit on the outdoor patio in

the summerrdquo Malone says

Craft House can accommodate anywhere from one

person to groups of up to 150 Beer selections include

stouts IPAs pilsners cream ales porters saisons

lagers and ciders from breweries both local and

national such as Bellrsquos Shoreline Lucky Stone Pub

18th Street Greenbush Burn lsquoEm Founders

Lagunitas Three Floyds and Two Brothers The

owners come to visit each table and ask how the meal

is tasting and staff is friendly and attentive Live

music is frequently featured but when not on stage

classic rock from the likes of Aerosmith and Boston

jams throughout the large yet cozy atmosphere There

is also an upstairs level that is available for groups or

events They offer an appetizer buffet dinner buffet

and many other food options The Loft Room has its

own private full-service bar and the view of Chesterton

is unlike any other

15DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

Debbie Lightfoot219-921-9995

Marcia Forcey 219-728-7835

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Paul Boyter 219-789-1228

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560-4 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN 46304

office on Indian Boundary Road (next to Walgreens) for 28 years

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Craft House features 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201516

ldquoWhen Porter-Starke Services

first started there was a heavy

emphasis on inpatient psychiatric

treatment and although this

crisis service is still very

important to us and individuals

in our community it is now only

one part of our continuum of

carerdquo said Rocco Schiralli

President and CEO of Porter-

Starke Services ldquoSince we opened

40 years ago research has taught us a great deal about

the human brain and the best practices to deliver care

We have also worked hard to integrate treatment of

the mind and body These are just a few examples

of how we continue to evolverdquo Schiralli said

With a mission dedicated to enhancing the quality of

life in our community through prevention treatment

education and research Porter-Starke Services has

transformed lives throughout Northwest Indiana The

not-for-profit organization continues to provide

outpatient mental health and addiction services for

adults children and families Additionally

partnerships extend their circle of care to the

community to include prevention services including

screening for depression anxiety and substance abuse

at local hospitals and clinics The organization also

provides addiction treatment to inmates at the Porter

County Jail and counseling at local school

corporations among many others Porter-Starke

Services developed these programs in response to

unique needs in the community

Mental health services have changed as have our

attitudes toward them ldquoHistorically individuals with

mental health issues werenrsquot treated very well in our

country but society has seen this shift for the better

in the past 40 yearsrdquo said Elliott Miller Director of

Marketing amp Development Schiralli added ldquoIt has

improved but we still have a long way to go That

applies to any population that is stigmatized not just

mental health and addiction but any group that has

been subject to discrimination And this stigma is

something we continually strive to eliminaterdquo

ldquoThe truth is one in four people nationwide experience

this Year porter-starke services ceLebrates their 40th anniversarY over the course of those four DecaDes

MentaL heaLth treatMent has aDvanceD treMenDousLY

Timeline of major milesTones Porter-starke services is a compassionate and dedicated organization committed to the health and well-being of our community a major impetus for change began in 1953 when the mental Health association of Porter County was established which later provided seed money to build the first Porter-Starke services facility in 1967 laPorte-Porter-starke services was formed by 36 volunteers with a budget of $2000 to develop local community partnerships secure funding and ultimately lay the groundwork for what would later become Porter-starke services in 1974 start-up funding was secured state funds were granted to Porter-starke services to provide inpatient hospitalization partial hospitalization outpatient emergency consultation and education services in 1975 Porter-starke services opened with a 14-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital The main office was staffed with just one employee space was leased to provide outpatient services in Knox One year later the Portage office opened in 1990 residential services expanded into Valparaiso and in 1992 the Valparaiso Campus added an outpatient facility To grow and enhance therapeutic services Porter-starke services purchased the building at 601 Wall street services and facilities continued to expand over the years By 2013 Porter-starke services served a record 11000 people

reCenT aWards earned By PorTer-sTarKe serViCes 2014 Best Practice Honors (american Psychological association)

2013 Psychologically Healthy Workplace award (indiana Psychological association)

2011 Outstanding Nonprofit organization award (Porter County Community foundation)

2010 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

2010 Community improvement award (Portage Chamber of Commerce)

2008 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

porter-starke services Celebrating 40 years

of Mental Health in Porter and Starke County

Rocco Schiralli President and CEO

Rendering of 701 Wall Street

Pictured (l-r) Lee Grogg Arthur Malasto Herman Schumacher John Schumacher and Merle Miller view a

model of the 701 Wall Street building at the groundbreaking ceremony held October 10 1974 in Valparaiso Indiana

In the early 1950s Mental Health America issues a call to asylums across the country to remove and

send in their discarded chains and shackles On April 13 1956 at the McShane Bell Foundry in

Baltimore Maryland Mental Health America melts down the bindings recasting them into the Mental

Health Bell Photo courtesy of Mental Health America wwwmentalhealthamericanet

17DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

a mental illness or addiction but sometimes individuals

donrsquot feel they have a reason to care unless they are

personally connected to the issuerdquo said Miller Schiralli

continues ldquoWe would like to see a community that

truly cares for mental health and is aware of its

importance Why should mental illness be any different

than diabetes heart disease or cancerrdquo

In addition to greater acceptance Miller says he hopes

mental health services will continue to evolve in the

future ldquoOur compassionate dedicated staff of 220

employees as well as our volunteers and partners

will continue to serve the community day in and day

out and drive positive changerdquo Schiralli agrees ldquoI

envision Porter-Starke Services as the best place to

work and the best place to receive care Thatrsquos the

expectation we set Wersquove invested a great deal of our

time effort and resources into achieving these goals

with our employees and clients Wersquove been recognized

for some of these accomplishments but we always

challenge ourselves to improve We want to be

innovative ndash to implement best practices and initiatives

in our industry that the typical healthcare center may

not venture into Itrsquos the right thing to do because it

will best serve our community We continue to develop

local partnerships to provide the highest quality

healthcare Each day we work to inspire everyone to

advance health balance and hoperdquo

From left to rightAileen Wehren Vice President of Systems Administration (standing)Dr Anand Popli Medical Director (standing)Sandy Carlson Vice President of Clinical Services (sitting)Rocco Schiralli PresidentCEO (sitting)Mary Idstein Chief Financial Officer (standing)

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201518

Duneland Exchange Club maKing a differenCe in the lives of area youth

tthe DuneLanD exchange cLub is a chapter of the nationaL exchange cLub an organization that works to Make our coMMunities better pLaces to Live

The National Exchange Club is the oldest service

organization in the country with more than 650 local

clubs throughout the US and Puerto Rico including

one right here in Duneland The National Exchange

Club was founded March 27 1911 in Detroit and today

the club has grown to include nearly 20000 members

Through the Programs of Service ndash Americanism

Community Service and youth Programs ndash members

support activities that benefit youth promote pride

in our country and honor military and public service

providers to name a few The prevention of child

abuse is Exchangersquos National Project

Pam Strudas past president of the Duneland Exchange

Club says that this cause of child abuse prevention

is critical to their work as members ldquoOur main focus

as a group is prevention of child abuse Most of our

efforts are fundraisers geared toward helping that

cause We donate to several different groups that

support that cause such as Dunebrook (a not-for-

profit organization in Michigan City and Valparaiso

that provides child prevention services

advocates for children and provides

positive family support and education)

We fund the Body Safety Program that

we have had in the Duneland Schools

for several years now This is an

empowerment program for children to

know their bodies what is not

appropriate for adults to do or touch

and to tell them it is NEVER their fault

and it IS okay to tell an adult they know

and trust It is a positive energetic

educational program for young children to learn the

awkward terms and things that parents and

teachers donrsquot like to talk aboutrdquo Strudas says

Although child abuse prevention is the main area of

focus for the club members are also dedicated to other

service projects as well ldquoThere are many groups we

donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request

money through grants and some we have just always

helped out in any way we can We recognize youth in

our community with the Duneland Exchange Club

youth of the Month This is given to a high school

senior identified through the guidance counselor We

also recognize our Citizen of the Month which is for

4th through 6th graders which are identified through

teacher recommendation We have an Americanism

Project called ldquoProudly We Hailrdquo This recognition is

given to a business or citizen who regularly displays

the American flag correctly We have an essayposter

contest for 7th and 8th graders called ldquoOne Nation

under Godrdquo where students write about what the

Pledge of Allegiance means to them We recognize

winners with a certificate and cash award There is

also a regional and national level that the students

can go on to compete inrdquo

There are a number of ways that the Duneland

Exchange Club raises funds for these important causes

says Strudas ldquoWe have our annual winetasting the

Frog Hunt and others throughout the yearrdquo she says

ldquoOne of our favorite projects for our community is our

talent show which we do in the spring for kindergarten

through 12th grade and anyone is eligible from public

school private school or homeschool as long as they

19DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

are in the Duneland district All of the money raised

goes to the Natural Helpers program who help to

coordinate the show We pack the place every year

and itrsquos held at the high school auditorium We raise

about $10000 on the wine tasting and all of that

money goes into our child abuse prevention funds so

the funds are given to these programs through grants

Only our dues go toward operation costs but the funds

we raise go to these programsrdquo

Supporting Duneland youth and prevention of child

abuse is vital to the work the members of the Duneland

Exchange Club perform ldquoThere is such a problem in

our country with child abuse and neglect and you

always want to do something to help and this is a real

concrete way to help out and make an impact There

is a wonderful satisfaction in being a part of the

community Itrsquos a loving wonderful town and you

really get to see the heart of the people We welcome

new members We meet the first and third Thursday

of each month at 7 am at Round the Clock in

Chesterton and anyone is welcome to come and see

what the club is all aboutrdquo Strudas says

ldquoldquoThere are many groups we donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request money through grants and some we have just

always helped out in any way we can

Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos December Youth of the Month Bethany Van Drie Her parents Jeff and Katherine Van Drie with Duneland Exchange Club member Dr Daniel Keilman

Dawn Ruge enjoys the Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos Wine and Canvas event

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wwwelsaltorestaurantcomVisit our other locations in

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EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

325 N Calumet Rd

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aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

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from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

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farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

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sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

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above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

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19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

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5DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

Now Open amp Serving Parties up to 250

~ A 90 Year Tradition Continues ~

Call us today to learn more about the historic rebirth set up a consultation amp schedule your next special event

wwwgreatlakescateringcom

(219) 898-1502

FEATURING

GREAT LAKES CATERING

icon in the community It was the most fun I ever had

and I want to recreate that history that has been here

at the Spa for 90 yearsrdquo he says

As general manager of Top Dog and Great Lakes

Catering in Michigan City Ed hasnrsquot slowed his roll

for one second and he admits thatrsquos a good thing

Restoring the Spa to a version of its previous

incarnation has been a challenge since Jeanne took

ownership two years ago ldquoIt will be a lot of fun but

it sure has been a lot of work We recently took down

a wall and tree nuts came out like we had won a jackpot

and have been face to face with raccoons We had to

redo the roof because it was like a swimming pool up

there There are 14000 square feet of space here and

so far we have about 5000 finished and are hosting

banquets We know it will be a Speakeasy restaurant

eventually and just want to make sure we take our

time to do it rightrdquo Kis says

Walking throughout the facility Kis has a definite

vision of what the restaurant will look like including

keeping many of the original features the same ldquoStaff

used to put stale bread on feeders in the trees so that

guests could watch the raccoons come and eat We

will do that again but we will have no televisions here

Thatrsquos one thing that will be different We have a

Seaburg jukebox that we will restore and a 1920s Art

Deco bar that is from a Chicago saloon Wersquoll have a

glass chandelier over the dance floor casino tables

with glass tops and a DJ booth for after-hour events

The baby grand piano is from the original restaurant

and will be part of our piano bar We have a pianist

who will perform with a chanteuse There will be more

entertainment in this lounge than virtually any

other place in Northwest Indianardquo he says

Each room or nook will have a personality and

function all its own ldquoWersquoll have an old-fashioned deli

counter with a salad bar meatballs and Vienna beef

Chicago Dogs over hererdquo Kis says pointing to one

area of the restaurant And this is the knotty pine

Lodge Room themed like the Wisconsin lodge where

Dillinger went after he broke out of the Lake County

Jail Wersquoll have the actual original judgersquos bench from

the criminal court building where Dillinger was

arraigned and we have this hidden room that we will

call the Chairman of the Board Room that will be

dedicated to Frank Sinatra and can be used for a

birthday party or a private business meeting

ldquoWe plan on being open in the springrdquo Kis says

unsure of an exact date of opening of The Speakeasy

at the Spa However the Spa Special Event Center is

currently open for banquet events and can serve

groups as large as 250 in a warm event space that

houses two fireplaces and overlooks a spectacular

view of the woods and Little Calumet River ldquoFor

decades this was the place to go and we just want to

bring that back We will do our best to make people

happy There will be unique fun from the minute you

come in the doorrdquo

For more information please call Ed at 219-898-1502

or 219-841-6677

Ed Kis with one of the many period pieces bought to restore the 90 year old Spa facility

Blue Prints for renovation

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 20156

PERFECT ON A LAzy WEEKEND MORNING THE SUNDAy BRUNCH

AT BARTLETTrsquoS GOURMET GRILL amp TAVERN ON HIGHWAy 12 IN

BEVERLy SHORES may start with the Buckrsquon Good Bloody Mary made

with a perfectly balanced house mix with a touch of horseradish packed full

of treats along with their house venison stick but then it all continues a la

carte with selections like a breakfast reuben an open faced sandwich

consisting of layers of marble rye Bartlettrsquos own kraut with apples and

caramelized onions thick slice warm corned beef finished with two eggs

over easy with a drizzle of Hollandaise served with freshly grated hash

browns with a touch of onion and fresh dill The chorizo stuffed waffle is

topped with Chihuahua cheese and pica de gallo served with breakfast red

potatoes and sweet peppers Also enjoy chicken and biscuits breakfast

poutine and multigrain Fiji apple pancakes among plenty of other selections

Bartlettrsquos is the creation of husband and wife team Nicole Bissonnette and

Gary Sander who have a long history in the culinary arts Gary says he grew

up in south suburbs worked as a bus boy for many years in a country club

and ended up in the kitchen He worked as an apprentice under renowned

chef Carolyn Buster at The Cottage in Calumet City Illinois before buying

and running Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute for 20 years Nicole is a graduate of the

prestigious Cordon Bleu in Paris and she trained with the world-famous

chef Michel Troisgros They have won numerous awards made television

appearances and been featured in magazines Gary has cooked for such

notables as Peter Jennings Martha Stewart and Donald Trump yet he

explains why they call Beverly Shores home for their family and their

restaurant ldquoIrsquove always liked being a big fish in a little pond and I appreciate

the loyalty of Northwest Indiana supporting my careerrdquo

Bartlettrsquos Gourmet Grill amp Tavern began on December 5th in 2008 and since

then they have brought locals and visitors what Gary calls ldquosimple food done

wellrdquo Such simple food includes the tuna Nicoise salad which features rare

seared fresh ahi sushi-grade tuna with a Provence crust ldquoIt is a draw on my

days in France where I studied for five years and so this is quintessential

from that erardquo says Nicole ldquoThe olive is a Nicoise olive oil cured from the

PerFeCt on a LazY WeeKend Morning

Above Buckrsquon Good Bloody Mary with Breakfast Reuben

BartlettrsquosGourmet Grill amp Tavern

Tuna Nicoise Salad

7DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

region of Provence The Provence crust is

comprised of herbes de Provencemdashlavender and

oreganordquo The flavors are unmistakable yet

subtle enough that the flavor of the tuna comes

through the perfect accent light and tasty

The Duck Confit amp Pork Belly Filled Wontons

feature shredded duck pork belly herbs and

spices in a light wonton wrapper served crispy

with an Asian hoisin ginger and soy reduction

with a carrot-diakon radish slaw ldquoThe confit is

an old French technique and we combine that

with a homemade Asian sauce in a wonton

wrapper that we form and fry The duck is

traditionally Asian and this is just a little twist

on a fun bar snack We sell a lot of thoserdquo says

Nicole The combination is perfectmdashsweet

succulent moist and substantial Other favorites

in the menu include the winter lamb shank with

gnocchi and root vegetables and sauteacuteed kale

as well as the turkey club on sourdough with a

house made apricot jam granny smith apple

and thick cut bacon Nicole says ldquoItrsquos our number

one selling sandwich because itrsquos the tasty

combination of savory sweet and smokerdquo Also

make sure to try the venison chili which is

available throughout the winter

In the warmer months Bartlettrsquos features an

outdoor deck with a childrenrsquos playhouse so kids

can run around while parents are enjoying their

dinner and a glass of wine A screened-in porch

is great for private parties and there are events

throughout the year such as comedy night beer

fest music fest and oyster fest as well as plenty

of weeknight specials

Foodie FindsAll Day Long Lamb ShankAustralian lamb on the bone sewed on potato gnocchi with sauteed kale and tomatoes

Duck Confit amp Pork Belly Filled Wontonsfeatures shredded duck pork belly herbs and spices in a light wonton~

ldquoIrsquove always liked being a big fish in a little pond and

I appreciate the loyalty of Northwest Indiana

supporting my careerrdquo

ndash Gary Sander

~

IT MIGHT BE DIFFICULT TO SELECT AN APPETIzER AT OCTAVE GRILL

SINCE ALL OF THE OFFERINGS ARE THE PERFECT WAy TO BEGIN A

GREAT MEAL The buffalo fries are always a favorite fresh cut and tossed

in buffalo sauce made from scratch with bleu cheese crumbles and just the

right amount of heat The perch cakes topped with a tart and creamy dill

caper tartar and ancho-chile sauce with greens and lemon are something

not found on any run-of-the-mill menu Taco tots are always fun with the

house guacamole or the goat cheese fondue with warm pita crackers apple

and zucchini for dipping But the fried pickles are also a favorite The panko

breading provides just the right amount of crunch and is never soggy

The tabasco aioli is a savory complement to the tang of the generous wedges

of dill pickle

Then therersquos the rest of the menu With a cozy creative interior choosing

what to devour is hard but enjoying the selection is easy at Octave Grill Itrsquos

the perfect place to take onersquos time making conversation over a substantial

burger made with Bill Kurtisrsquos Tallgrass Beef which may not mean anything

to readers but will mean much to their taste buds Casey Petro co-owner

with wife Sylvia opened the restaurant in July 2010 and since then their

gastronomic pleasures have been the pride of Duneland Casey had previously

worked for years at another restaurant in the area and then pursued a career

by attending culinary school at Ivy Tech After he worked for a number of

years in hotel restaurants around the country he began to design a restaurant

of his own ldquoPrior to moving back here Sylvia and I had moved around for

four years and saw that the burger and craft beer restaurant was working

elsewhere so we wanted to bring it here We wanted a restaurant where we

would eat We wanted to offer quality ingredients and we wanted items that

were really unique like the grass fed beef We had enough of our own ideas

that we thought we could do it We had a spot picked out and it just fell into

placerdquo he says

The menu includes such tantalizing dishes as the Cuban a pulled pork

sandwich with ham Fair Oaks Farm Swiss cheese grilled onions pickles

key lime aioli whole-grain mustard greens and tomato on a French roll

or the roasted squash salad with organic greens capriole goat cheese roasted

butternut squash sliced almonds pickled red onion and creamy white wine

Perch Cakes

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 20158

Octave GrillBurger Restaurant

Hot Pants Burger

vinaigrette and an ample offering of burgers

including the popular Hot Pants ldquoItrsquos a burger

with our grass fed beef on a brioche bun with

giardiniera which we make in house tabasco

aioli Fair Oaks Farm Habanero Havarti bacon

beer battered onion rings and tomato People

like the onion rings and the spice It was a burger

of the month and was so popular we put in on

the menurdquo Petro says

Octave Grill is a favorite for locals and those

looking to show off to visitors what Duneland

is all about Petro says ldquoWe keep growing every

year Over the summer we won best burger in

Porter County through Indiana Dunes Tourism

I think itrsquos because our burgers and all of our

food is made from scratch Even all of our

desserts are always homemaderdquo Add this to the

ever-changing selection of local and craft beers

like 18th Street Brewery Lake Street Express

Shoreline Brewery Bavarian Bombshell

Greenbush Brewing Co Distorter Southern Tier

2x Presso and Victory Hop Ranch and you may

never want to leave

~ldquoWe wanted a restaurant where we would eat We wanted to offer quality ingredients

and we wanted items that were really unique like the grass fed beefrdquo

ndash Casey Petro~

9DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

KEVIN DOLEROwner

879-8525

154 W Chicago St | Downtown Valparaiso | (219) 464-1636 | ChicagoStreetorg

HENRY amp RAMONAMar 6-14

THE ANGELS OF LEMNOSAPR 10-25

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Octave GrillBurger Restaurant

Hot Pants Burger

Octave Grillrsquos cozy interior feels like coming home

Beer selections change daily

yOU HAVE PROBABLy HEARD OF LEROyrsquoS HOT STUFF SINCE OWNER

LEROy FLORES IS SO INVOLVED IN THE COMMUNITy A generous man

with a warm heart Leroy believes in supporting the causes that make the

Duneland community more of a family From helping to establish Porterrsquos

Perfect Pint the annual beer festival held each October in Hawthorne Park

that benefits the Porter Parks Department and the Porter Volunteer Fire

Department to appearances at virtually every event around the county

including the Porter County Fair and giving to causes for individuals and

organizations Leroyrsquos Hot Stuff is more than a restaurantmdashit is an icon in

the community

Flores opened his doors in Porter on Highway 20 in 1990 With delicious

breakfasts such as huevos rancheros steak and eggs or huevos con chorizo

lunches like sopes tamales or burritos and dinners such as steak fajitas

chicken mole or carne asada itrsquos no wonder that Leroyrsquos is always packed

with guests enjoying delicious homemade Mexican food Flores says that he

has both a love for his community and a love for serving the finest quality

food ldquoI had worked in the restaurant business for five years and got tired of

working for other people and wanted to do work of my own I grew up in

Hammond and moved here to Porter to take advantage of the school system

for my family It has been a wonderful place to raise a family and establish

a businessrdquo Flores says

Starting with fresh chips and salsa not too salty and just the right kick of

heat with fresh cilantro any meal is going to make the family happy But

due to smoking laws that went into effect on July 1 2012 Leroyrsquos is no longer

able to allow minors into the restaurant although the full menu including

alcohol (excluding Sundays of course) is available for carryout Make sure

to try the cheese enchiladasmdashwhite corn tortillas filled with melted white

queso with creamy savory beans and tangy rice on the side Fish tacos are

also a specialty either broiled or fried and especially affordable on Taco

Tuesday There are also American food selections like Italian beef burgers

wraps and sandwiches Leroyrsquos also caters for events such as office parties

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201510

Leroyrsquos Hot StuffHome cooked Mexican and American Entrees Leroyrsquos Hot StuffHome cooked Mexican and American Entrees

Homemade Tamales

Bread Bowl with Chili

11DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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Diana Twyman co-owner of Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

with her son Jack Strode says they opened the

restaurant on May 2 2013 and have established

a business known for its steaks salads and special

events ldquoWe do a lot of non-profit work and

fundraisers for groups such as Save the Dunes

Charter School of the Dunes Discovery Charter

School and the Miller Arts and Creative District

Wersquove done collaborative dinners with 3 Floydrsquos

Brewery in Munster and 18th Street Brewery here

in Miller which have been very popular eventsrdquo

she says

ldquoWe have also done a farm to table dinner with

Green Sense Farm in Portage and wersquove done

cocktail dinners that are themed such as Mad

Men where people came in costume and it was a

lot of fun We look to reprise all of these events

because people really love the specialty dinners

We always have specials on our menu every night

and every first Friday we have oysters flown

in for our champagne and oysters specialrdquo

says Twyman

Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

graduations or even a wedding They specialize

in Mexican cuisine but are capable of preparing

just about anything guests would like and beer

and alcohol catering is available as well with

fully licensed and insured staff They also have

a banquet facility live entertainment karaoke

and they are open seven days a week Breakfast

is served from 7 am until noon

Leroy says that bringing his community the food

he and his staff prepare every day is a labor of

love ldquoThe recipes were my momrsquos We make

our soups from scratch every day We also do a

lot of catering and have been doing it for a while

We do a lot of office lunches at the mills and

we do a lot of festivals We prepare food for all

of the Cruisinrsquo events at the Harley-Davidson

shop in Valpo which is a great way to come by

and try us There are always 300 to 400 cars out

there and we set up every Friday from 5 pm to

9 pm from Memorial Day to Labor Day We

have been doing the Porter County Fair for over

10 years now and wersquore down by the grandstand

We stay pretty busy out there because we arenrsquot

using a fryer out theremdashwe specialize in Mexican

food and thatrsquos what we dordquo he says

Tomato Basil Wrap with Grilled Chicken and Bacon

START OFF WITH FRESHLy-BAKED BREAD CRUSTy ON THE OUTSIDE

WARM AND PILLOWy ON THE INSIDE DIPPED IN A SWEET MIxTURE

OF VIRGIN OLIVE OIL AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR PROCURED FROM

THE FINEST PURVEyORS AND AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE NExT

DOOR AT GOOD TO GO Next bite into cavatappi pasta corkscrews that

individually hold a rich parmesan buttery cream sauce surrounded by

generous amounts of Portobello mushrooms lightly caramelized shallots

and plump tender grilled chicken Make sure to save some bread to sop up

the extra sauce This is just one of the tantalizing selections at Lucrezia Cafe

and Nada Karas co-owner with her husband Michael Karas says that they

have been bringing such carefully-selected dishes to Duneland since

November 1998

ldquoWhen we moved here in the lsquo90s there was nowhere to eat At that time

there were only diners and pizza places We were frustrated and my husband

has always wanted to own a restaurant We felt a white linen restaurant

wasnrsquot the way to go We wanted to be a little more casual since itrsquos close to

the beach with superior food excellence service and we wanted it more of

a cafeacute trattoria We wanted people to be able to walk in either dressed to the

nines or in flip flops from the beach and be able to have a wonderful dining

experience Outdoor dining is very important to us as wellrdquo Nada Karas says

Chefs at Lucrezia such as Chef Alfredo Anguiano pride themselves on making

their dishes from the finest ingredients Karas explains ldquoIn the summer it is

dishes Made FroM the Finest ingredients

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

Zucotto

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201512

Pappardelle Bolognese

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

much easier to purchase our ingredients locally from

the European Market and other suppliers In the

winter things change for us Itrsquos not so easy and we

have to deal with buying from purveyors in the

Chicagoland area with whom wersquove had a great working

relationship smaller boutique vendors that like to

provide us with some artesian wares Wersquore constantly

going to food shows to see whatrsquos new and exciting I

have a lot of allergies so Irsquom very picky on how we

buy We donrsquot buy things that are processed nothing

with additives so itrsquos important for us to buy

exceptional quality ingredients We have a menu that

doesnrsquot change much but we tweak it twice a year and

thatrsquos why we have the chalkboards because we instill

creativity with our culinary staff so they can provide

items that are seasonal and exciting and differentrdquo

ldquoOne thing wersquore very proud of is that we buy our

salmon directly from the fisherman He is a friend of

ours a commercial fisherman in Kodiak Alaska and

so in season that salmon is coming directly from

Kodiak on Alaska Air cargo picked up by my husband

at OrsquoHare so itrsquos phenomenal Everyone who has had

it raves about it We make everything from scratch

including our desserts We are old school and Chef

Alfredo Anguiano has been with us from day one and

he makes desserts twice a week from scratch After

being here 16 years I hope wersquove been able to open

the door for other restaurants to come in We had a

vision and wersquove kept it the same wayrdquo Karas says

13DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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THE WAITRESS BALANCES PLATES PILED HIGH WITH SUMPTUOUS

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FRESH SALMON WITH HOISIN SAUCE LAKE PERCH BOURSIN

CHICKEN AND RIBEyES CRAFT HOUSE MAy BE NAMED FOR THEIR

BREWS BUT THE MEALS ARE JUST AS SELECT IN THIS FAMILy

FRIENDLy SMOKE-FREE BAR AND RESTAURANT

The Craft House opened in September of 2014 The owners decided that

Chesterton was missing a place to go to eat a good meal and drink a good

beer with great service says Dana Malone owner and manager ldquoCraft House

has 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles The menu has something

for everyone and it is all prepared in houserdquo she says One of those items on

the menu is the popular shrimp and crab which features sauteacuteed shrimp over

a delicious garlic cream sauce and a bed of rice topped with a house made

Maryland style lump crab cake and a crab claw Other selections include a

freshly shaved prime rib topped with sauteacuteed mushrooms caramelized onions

and Swiss cheese on a pretzel bun with horseradish aioli sauce the bacon

ranch melt which is a ranch-rubbed Angus burger topped with bacon Swiss

cheese and sauteacuteed onions between two slices of marble rye and the Sriracha

chicken wrap which is grilled chicken cheddar cheese lettuce tomatoes and

flour tortilla chips tossed in a ranch Sriracha salsa and wrapped in a flour

FaMiLY FriendLY sMoKe-Free Bar and restaUrant

Craft HouseBar and Grill

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201514

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Grilled Fresh Salmon with Hoisin Sauce

Steak and Stout Portabella Asian Wonton Bowls and Beer Flight

tortilla Top it all off with a beignet or a scoop of Valpo

Velvet ice cream

Located in the site of the former Hooligans Malone

is certain to point out that Craft House is a much

different vibe ldquoWe have no dancefloor but we feature

acoustic music on Friday and Saturday There is

something for everybody on our menu and we try to

feature items for vegetarians and have gluten-free

options We have a number of specials too Wednesday

night is our light bite menu which features smaller

appetizer plates so you can get a couple and share

Monday is half-priced drafts and Tuesday is half-

priced bottles of wine Friday and Saturday we have

a different dinner special in addition to the menu

The atmosphere here is family friendly and smoke

free We have a lot of meeting space and you can

watch any sporting event on one of our 27 televisions

Itrsquos just a great place to meet with a group or another

couple watch a game or sit on the outdoor patio in

the summerrdquo Malone says

Craft House can accommodate anywhere from one

person to groups of up to 150 Beer selections include

stouts IPAs pilsners cream ales porters saisons

lagers and ciders from breweries both local and

national such as Bellrsquos Shoreline Lucky Stone Pub

18th Street Greenbush Burn lsquoEm Founders

Lagunitas Three Floyds and Two Brothers The

owners come to visit each table and ask how the meal

is tasting and staff is friendly and attentive Live

music is frequently featured but when not on stage

classic rock from the likes of Aerosmith and Boston

jams throughout the large yet cozy atmosphere There

is also an upstairs level that is available for groups or

events They offer an appetizer buffet dinner buffet

and many other food options The Loft Room has its

own private full-service bar and the view of Chesterton

is unlike any other

15DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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Craft House features 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201516

ldquoWhen Porter-Starke Services

first started there was a heavy

emphasis on inpatient psychiatric

treatment and although this

crisis service is still very

important to us and individuals

in our community it is now only

one part of our continuum of

carerdquo said Rocco Schiralli

President and CEO of Porter-

Starke Services ldquoSince we opened

40 years ago research has taught us a great deal about

the human brain and the best practices to deliver care

We have also worked hard to integrate treatment of

the mind and body These are just a few examples

of how we continue to evolverdquo Schiralli said

With a mission dedicated to enhancing the quality of

life in our community through prevention treatment

education and research Porter-Starke Services has

transformed lives throughout Northwest Indiana The

not-for-profit organization continues to provide

outpatient mental health and addiction services for

adults children and families Additionally

partnerships extend their circle of care to the

community to include prevention services including

screening for depression anxiety and substance abuse

at local hospitals and clinics The organization also

provides addiction treatment to inmates at the Porter

County Jail and counseling at local school

corporations among many others Porter-Starke

Services developed these programs in response to

unique needs in the community

Mental health services have changed as have our

attitudes toward them ldquoHistorically individuals with

mental health issues werenrsquot treated very well in our

country but society has seen this shift for the better

in the past 40 yearsrdquo said Elliott Miller Director of

Marketing amp Development Schiralli added ldquoIt has

improved but we still have a long way to go That

applies to any population that is stigmatized not just

mental health and addiction but any group that has

been subject to discrimination And this stigma is

something we continually strive to eliminaterdquo

ldquoThe truth is one in four people nationwide experience

this Year porter-starke services ceLebrates their 40th anniversarY over the course of those four DecaDes

MentaL heaLth treatMent has aDvanceD treMenDousLY

Timeline of major milesTones Porter-starke services is a compassionate and dedicated organization committed to the health and well-being of our community a major impetus for change began in 1953 when the mental Health association of Porter County was established which later provided seed money to build the first Porter-Starke services facility in 1967 laPorte-Porter-starke services was formed by 36 volunteers with a budget of $2000 to develop local community partnerships secure funding and ultimately lay the groundwork for what would later become Porter-starke services in 1974 start-up funding was secured state funds were granted to Porter-starke services to provide inpatient hospitalization partial hospitalization outpatient emergency consultation and education services in 1975 Porter-starke services opened with a 14-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital The main office was staffed with just one employee space was leased to provide outpatient services in Knox One year later the Portage office opened in 1990 residential services expanded into Valparaiso and in 1992 the Valparaiso Campus added an outpatient facility To grow and enhance therapeutic services Porter-starke services purchased the building at 601 Wall street services and facilities continued to expand over the years By 2013 Porter-starke services served a record 11000 people

reCenT aWards earned By PorTer-sTarKe serViCes 2014 Best Practice Honors (american Psychological association)

2013 Psychologically Healthy Workplace award (indiana Psychological association)

2011 Outstanding Nonprofit organization award (Porter County Community foundation)

2010 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

2010 Community improvement award (Portage Chamber of Commerce)

2008 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

porter-starke services Celebrating 40 years

of Mental Health in Porter and Starke County

Rocco Schiralli President and CEO

Rendering of 701 Wall Street

Pictured (l-r) Lee Grogg Arthur Malasto Herman Schumacher John Schumacher and Merle Miller view a

model of the 701 Wall Street building at the groundbreaking ceremony held October 10 1974 in Valparaiso Indiana

In the early 1950s Mental Health America issues a call to asylums across the country to remove and

send in their discarded chains and shackles On April 13 1956 at the McShane Bell Foundry in

Baltimore Maryland Mental Health America melts down the bindings recasting them into the Mental

Health Bell Photo courtesy of Mental Health America wwwmentalhealthamericanet

17DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

a mental illness or addiction but sometimes individuals

donrsquot feel they have a reason to care unless they are

personally connected to the issuerdquo said Miller Schiralli

continues ldquoWe would like to see a community that

truly cares for mental health and is aware of its

importance Why should mental illness be any different

than diabetes heart disease or cancerrdquo

In addition to greater acceptance Miller says he hopes

mental health services will continue to evolve in the

future ldquoOur compassionate dedicated staff of 220

employees as well as our volunteers and partners

will continue to serve the community day in and day

out and drive positive changerdquo Schiralli agrees ldquoI

envision Porter-Starke Services as the best place to

work and the best place to receive care Thatrsquos the

expectation we set Wersquove invested a great deal of our

time effort and resources into achieving these goals

with our employees and clients Wersquove been recognized

for some of these accomplishments but we always

challenge ourselves to improve We want to be

innovative ndash to implement best practices and initiatives

in our industry that the typical healthcare center may

not venture into Itrsquos the right thing to do because it

will best serve our community We continue to develop

local partnerships to provide the highest quality

healthcare Each day we work to inspire everyone to

advance health balance and hoperdquo

From left to rightAileen Wehren Vice President of Systems Administration (standing)Dr Anand Popli Medical Director (standing)Sandy Carlson Vice President of Clinical Services (sitting)Rocco Schiralli PresidentCEO (sitting)Mary Idstein Chief Financial Officer (standing)

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201518

Duneland Exchange Club maKing a differenCe in the lives of area youth

tthe DuneLanD exchange cLub is a chapter of the nationaL exchange cLub an organization that works to Make our coMMunities better pLaces to Live

The National Exchange Club is the oldest service

organization in the country with more than 650 local

clubs throughout the US and Puerto Rico including

one right here in Duneland The National Exchange

Club was founded March 27 1911 in Detroit and today

the club has grown to include nearly 20000 members

Through the Programs of Service ndash Americanism

Community Service and youth Programs ndash members

support activities that benefit youth promote pride

in our country and honor military and public service

providers to name a few The prevention of child

abuse is Exchangersquos National Project

Pam Strudas past president of the Duneland Exchange

Club says that this cause of child abuse prevention

is critical to their work as members ldquoOur main focus

as a group is prevention of child abuse Most of our

efforts are fundraisers geared toward helping that

cause We donate to several different groups that

support that cause such as Dunebrook (a not-for-

profit organization in Michigan City and Valparaiso

that provides child prevention services

advocates for children and provides

positive family support and education)

We fund the Body Safety Program that

we have had in the Duneland Schools

for several years now This is an

empowerment program for children to

know their bodies what is not

appropriate for adults to do or touch

and to tell them it is NEVER their fault

and it IS okay to tell an adult they know

and trust It is a positive energetic

educational program for young children to learn the

awkward terms and things that parents and

teachers donrsquot like to talk aboutrdquo Strudas says

Although child abuse prevention is the main area of

focus for the club members are also dedicated to other

service projects as well ldquoThere are many groups we

donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request

money through grants and some we have just always

helped out in any way we can We recognize youth in

our community with the Duneland Exchange Club

youth of the Month This is given to a high school

senior identified through the guidance counselor We

also recognize our Citizen of the Month which is for

4th through 6th graders which are identified through

teacher recommendation We have an Americanism

Project called ldquoProudly We Hailrdquo This recognition is

given to a business or citizen who regularly displays

the American flag correctly We have an essayposter

contest for 7th and 8th graders called ldquoOne Nation

under Godrdquo where students write about what the

Pledge of Allegiance means to them We recognize

winners with a certificate and cash award There is

also a regional and national level that the students

can go on to compete inrdquo

There are a number of ways that the Duneland

Exchange Club raises funds for these important causes

says Strudas ldquoWe have our annual winetasting the

Frog Hunt and others throughout the yearrdquo she says

ldquoOne of our favorite projects for our community is our

talent show which we do in the spring for kindergarten

through 12th grade and anyone is eligible from public

school private school or homeschool as long as they

19DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

are in the Duneland district All of the money raised

goes to the Natural Helpers program who help to

coordinate the show We pack the place every year

and itrsquos held at the high school auditorium We raise

about $10000 on the wine tasting and all of that

money goes into our child abuse prevention funds so

the funds are given to these programs through grants

Only our dues go toward operation costs but the funds

we raise go to these programsrdquo

Supporting Duneland youth and prevention of child

abuse is vital to the work the members of the Duneland

Exchange Club perform ldquoThere is such a problem in

our country with child abuse and neglect and you

always want to do something to help and this is a real

concrete way to help out and make an impact There

is a wonderful satisfaction in being a part of the

community Itrsquos a loving wonderful town and you

really get to see the heart of the people We welcome

new members We meet the first and third Thursday

of each month at 7 am at Round the Clock in

Chesterton and anyone is welcome to come and see

what the club is all aboutrdquo Strudas says

ldquoldquoThere are many groups we donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request money through grants and some we have just

always helped out in any way we can

Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos December Youth of the Month Bethany Van Drie Her parents Jeff and Katherine Van Drie with Duneland Exchange Club member Dr Daniel Keilman

Dawn Ruge enjoys the Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos Wine and Canvas event

PAM STRUDASPasT Pres idenT of THe

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Health balance and hope for everyoneAnyone in crisis

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Our community needs quality mental health and wellness services

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LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

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visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

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farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

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whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

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above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

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19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

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DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 20156

PERFECT ON A LAzy WEEKEND MORNING THE SUNDAy BRUNCH

AT BARTLETTrsquoS GOURMET GRILL amp TAVERN ON HIGHWAy 12 IN

BEVERLy SHORES may start with the Buckrsquon Good Bloody Mary made

with a perfectly balanced house mix with a touch of horseradish packed full

of treats along with their house venison stick but then it all continues a la

carte with selections like a breakfast reuben an open faced sandwich

consisting of layers of marble rye Bartlettrsquos own kraut with apples and

caramelized onions thick slice warm corned beef finished with two eggs

over easy with a drizzle of Hollandaise served with freshly grated hash

browns with a touch of onion and fresh dill The chorizo stuffed waffle is

topped with Chihuahua cheese and pica de gallo served with breakfast red

potatoes and sweet peppers Also enjoy chicken and biscuits breakfast

poutine and multigrain Fiji apple pancakes among plenty of other selections

Bartlettrsquos is the creation of husband and wife team Nicole Bissonnette and

Gary Sander who have a long history in the culinary arts Gary says he grew

up in south suburbs worked as a bus boy for many years in a country club

and ended up in the kitchen He worked as an apprentice under renowned

chef Carolyn Buster at The Cottage in Calumet City Illinois before buying

and running Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute for 20 years Nicole is a graduate of the

prestigious Cordon Bleu in Paris and she trained with the world-famous

chef Michel Troisgros They have won numerous awards made television

appearances and been featured in magazines Gary has cooked for such

notables as Peter Jennings Martha Stewart and Donald Trump yet he

explains why they call Beverly Shores home for their family and their

restaurant ldquoIrsquove always liked being a big fish in a little pond and I appreciate

the loyalty of Northwest Indiana supporting my careerrdquo

Bartlettrsquos Gourmet Grill amp Tavern began on December 5th in 2008 and since

then they have brought locals and visitors what Gary calls ldquosimple food done

wellrdquo Such simple food includes the tuna Nicoise salad which features rare

seared fresh ahi sushi-grade tuna with a Provence crust ldquoIt is a draw on my

days in France where I studied for five years and so this is quintessential

from that erardquo says Nicole ldquoThe olive is a Nicoise olive oil cured from the

PerFeCt on a LazY WeeKend Morning

Above Buckrsquon Good Bloody Mary with Breakfast Reuben

BartlettrsquosGourmet Grill amp Tavern

Tuna Nicoise Salad

7DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

region of Provence The Provence crust is

comprised of herbes de Provencemdashlavender and

oreganordquo The flavors are unmistakable yet

subtle enough that the flavor of the tuna comes

through the perfect accent light and tasty

The Duck Confit amp Pork Belly Filled Wontons

feature shredded duck pork belly herbs and

spices in a light wonton wrapper served crispy

with an Asian hoisin ginger and soy reduction

with a carrot-diakon radish slaw ldquoThe confit is

an old French technique and we combine that

with a homemade Asian sauce in a wonton

wrapper that we form and fry The duck is

traditionally Asian and this is just a little twist

on a fun bar snack We sell a lot of thoserdquo says

Nicole The combination is perfectmdashsweet

succulent moist and substantial Other favorites

in the menu include the winter lamb shank with

gnocchi and root vegetables and sauteacuteed kale

as well as the turkey club on sourdough with a

house made apricot jam granny smith apple

and thick cut bacon Nicole says ldquoItrsquos our number

one selling sandwich because itrsquos the tasty

combination of savory sweet and smokerdquo Also

make sure to try the venison chili which is

available throughout the winter

In the warmer months Bartlettrsquos features an

outdoor deck with a childrenrsquos playhouse so kids

can run around while parents are enjoying their

dinner and a glass of wine A screened-in porch

is great for private parties and there are events

throughout the year such as comedy night beer

fest music fest and oyster fest as well as plenty

of weeknight specials

Foodie FindsAll Day Long Lamb ShankAustralian lamb on the bone sewed on potato gnocchi with sauteed kale and tomatoes

Duck Confit amp Pork Belly Filled Wontonsfeatures shredded duck pork belly herbs and spices in a light wonton~

ldquoIrsquove always liked being a big fish in a little pond and

I appreciate the loyalty of Northwest Indiana

supporting my careerrdquo

ndash Gary Sander

~

IT MIGHT BE DIFFICULT TO SELECT AN APPETIzER AT OCTAVE GRILL

SINCE ALL OF THE OFFERINGS ARE THE PERFECT WAy TO BEGIN A

GREAT MEAL The buffalo fries are always a favorite fresh cut and tossed

in buffalo sauce made from scratch with bleu cheese crumbles and just the

right amount of heat The perch cakes topped with a tart and creamy dill

caper tartar and ancho-chile sauce with greens and lemon are something

not found on any run-of-the-mill menu Taco tots are always fun with the

house guacamole or the goat cheese fondue with warm pita crackers apple

and zucchini for dipping But the fried pickles are also a favorite The panko

breading provides just the right amount of crunch and is never soggy

The tabasco aioli is a savory complement to the tang of the generous wedges

of dill pickle

Then therersquos the rest of the menu With a cozy creative interior choosing

what to devour is hard but enjoying the selection is easy at Octave Grill Itrsquos

the perfect place to take onersquos time making conversation over a substantial

burger made with Bill Kurtisrsquos Tallgrass Beef which may not mean anything

to readers but will mean much to their taste buds Casey Petro co-owner

with wife Sylvia opened the restaurant in July 2010 and since then their

gastronomic pleasures have been the pride of Duneland Casey had previously

worked for years at another restaurant in the area and then pursued a career

by attending culinary school at Ivy Tech After he worked for a number of

years in hotel restaurants around the country he began to design a restaurant

of his own ldquoPrior to moving back here Sylvia and I had moved around for

four years and saw that the burger and craft beer restaurant was working

elsewhere so we wanted to bring it here We wanted a restaurant where we

would eat We wanted to offer quality ingredients and we wanted items that

were really unique like the grass fed beef We had enough of our own ideas

that we thought we could do it We had a spot picked out and it just fell into

placerdquo he says

The menu includes such tantalizing dishes as the Cuban a pulled pork

sandwich with ham Fair Oaks Farm Swiss cheese grilled onions pickles

key lime aioli whole-grain mustard greens and tomato on a French roll

or the roasted squash salad with organic greens capriole goat cheese roasted

butternut squash sliced almonds pickled red onion and creamy white wine

Perch Cakes

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 20158

Octave GrillBurger Restaurant

Hot Pants Burger

vinaigrette and an ample offering of burgers

including the popular Hot Pants ldquoItrsquos a burger

with our grass fed beef on a brioche bun with

giardiniera which we make in house tabasco

aioli Fair Oaks Farm Habanero Havarti bacon

beer battered onion rings and tomato People

like the onion rings and the spice It was a burger

of the month and was so popular we put in on

the menurdquo Petro says

Octave Grill is a favorite for locals and those

looking to show off to visitors what Duneland

is all about Petro says ldquoWe keep growing every

year Over the summer we won best burger in

Porter County through Indiana Dunes Tourism

I think itrsquos because our burgers and all of our

food is made from scratch Even all of our

desserts are always homemaderdquo Add this to the

ever-changing selection of local and craft beers

like 18th Street Brewery Lake Street Express

Shoreline Brewery Bavarian Bombshell

Greenbush Brewing Co Distorter Southern Tier

2x Presso and Victory Hop Ranch and you may

never want to leave

~ldquoWe wanted a restaurant where we would eat We wanted to offer quality ingredients

and we wanted items that were really unique like the grass fed beefrdquo

ndash Casey Petro~

9DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

KEVIN DOLEROwner

879-8525

154 W Chicago St | Downtown Valparaiso | (219) 464-1636 | ChicagoStreetorg

HENRY amp RAMONAMar 6-14

THE ANGELS OF LEMNOSAPR 10-25

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Octave GrillBurger Restaurant

Hot Pants Burger

Octave Grillrsquos cozy interior feels like coming home

Beer selections change daily

yOU HAVE PROBABLy HEARD OF LEROyrsquoS HOT STUFF SINCE OWNER

LEROy FLORES IS SO INVOLVED IN THE COMMUNITy A generous man

with a warm heart Leroy believes in supporting the causes that make the

Duneland community more of a family From helping to establish Porterrsquos

Perfect Pint the annual beer festival held each October in Hawthorne Park

that benefits the Porter Parks Department and the Porter Volunteer Fire

Department to appearances at virtually every event around the county

including the Porter County Fair and giving to causes for individuals and

organizations Leroyrsquos Hot Stuff is more than a restaurantmdashit is an icon in

the community

Flores opened his doors in Porter on Highway 20 in 1990 With delicious

breakfasts such as huevos rancheros steak and eggs or huevos con chorizo

lunches like sopes tamales or burritos and dinners such as steak fajitas

chicken mole or carne asada itrsquos no wonder that Leroyrsquos is always packed

with guests enjoying delicious homemade Mexican food Flores says that he

has both a love for his community and a love for serving the finest quality

food ldquoI had worked in the restaurant business for five years and got tired of

working for other people and wanted to do work of my own I grew up in

Hammond and moved here to Porter to take advantage of the school system

for my family It has been a wonderful place to raise a family and establish

a businessrdquo Flores says

Starting with fresh chips and salsa not too salty and just the right kick of

heat with fresh cilantro any meal is going to make the family happy But

due to smoking laws that went into effect on July 1 2012 Leroyrsquos is no longer

able to allow minors into the restaurant although the full menu including

alcohol (excluding Sundays of course) is available for carryout Make sure

to try the cheese enchiladasmdashwhite corn tortillas filled with melted white

queso with creamy savory beans and tangy rice on the side Fish tacos are

also a specialty either broiled or fried and especially affordable on Taco

Tuesday There are also American food selections like Italian beef burgers

wraps and sandwiches Leroyrsquos also caters for events such as office parties

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201510

Leroyrsquos Hot StuffHome cooked Mexican and American Entrees Leroyrsquos Hot StuffHome cooked Mexican and American Entrees

Homemade Tamales

Bread Bowl with Chili

11DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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Diana Twyman co-owner of Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

with her son Jack Strode says they opened the

restaurant on May 2 2013 and have established

a business known for its steaks salads and special

events ldquoWe do a lot of non-profit work and

fundraisers for groups such as Save the Dunes

Charter School of the Dunes Discovery Charter

School and the Miller Arts and Creative District

Wersquove done collaborative dinners with 3 Floydrsquos

Brewery in Munster and 18th Street Brewery here

in Miller which have been very popular eventsrdquo

she says

ldquoWe have also done a farm to table dinner with

Green Sense Farm in Portage and wersquove done

cocktail dinners that are themed such as Mad

Men where people came in costume and it was a

lot of fun We look to reprise all of these events

because people really love the specialty dinners

We always have specials on our menu every night

and every first Friday we have oysters flown

in for our champagne and oysters specialrdquo

says Twyman

Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

graduations or even a wedding They specialize

in Mexican cuisine but are capable of preparing

just about anything guests would like and beer

and alcohol catering is available as well with

fully licensed and insured staff They also have

a banquet facility live entertainment karaoke

and they are open seven days a week Breakfast

is served from 7 am until noon

Leroy says that bringing his community the food

he and his staff prepare every day is a labor of

love ldquoThe recipes were my momrsquos We make

our soups from scratch every day We also do a

lot of catering and have been doing it for a while

We do a lot of office lunches at the mills and

we do a lot of festivals We prepare food for all

of the Cruisinrsquo events at the Harley-Davidson

shop in Valpo which is a great way to come by

and try us There are always 300 to 400 cars out

there and we set up every Friday from 5 pm to

9 pm from Memorial Day to Labor Day We

have been doing the Porter County Fair for over

10 years now and wersquore down by the grandstand

We stay pretty busy out there because we arenrsquot

using a fryer out theremdashwe specialize in Mexican

food and thatrsquos what we dordquo he says

Tomato Basil Wrap with Grilled Chicken and Bacon

START OFF WITH FRESHLy-BAKED BREAD CRUSTy ON THE OUTSIDE

WARM AND PILLOWy ON THE INSIDE DIPPED IN A SWEET MIxTURE

OF VIRGIN OLIVE OIL AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR PROCURED FROM

THE FINEST PURVEyORS AND AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE NExT

DOOR AT GOOD TO GO Next bite into cavatappi pasta corkscrews that

individually hold a rich parmesan buttery cream sauce surrounded by

generous amounts of Portobello mushrooms lightly caramelized shallots

and plump tender grilled chicken Make sure to save some bread to sop up

the extra sauce This is just one of the tantalizing selections at Lucrezia Cafe

and Nada Karas co-owner with her husband Michael Karas says that they

have been bringing such carefully-selected dishes to Duneland since

November 1998

ldquoWhen we moved here in the lsquo90s there was nowhere to eat At that time

there were only diners and pizza places We were frustrated and my husband

has always wanted to own a restaurant We felt a white linen restaurant

wasnrsquot the way to go We wanted to be a little more casual since itrsquos close to

the beach with superior food excellence service and we wanted it more of

a cafeacute trattoria We wanted people to be able to walk in either dressed to the

nines or in flip flops from the beach and be able to have a wonderful dining

experience Outdoor dining is very important to us as wellrdquo Nada Karas says

Chefs at Lucrezia such as Chef Alfredo Anguiano pride themselves on making

their dishes from the finest ingredients Karas explains ldquoIn the summer it is

dishes Made FroM the Finest ingredients

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

Zucotto

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201512

Pappardelle Bolognese

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

much easier to purchase our ingredients locally from

the European Market and other suppliers In the

winter things change for us Itrsquos not so easy and we

have to deal with buying from purveyors in the

Chicagoland area with whom wersquove had a great working

relationship smaller boutique vendors that like to

provide us with some artesian wares Wersquore constantly

going to food shows to see whatrsquos new and exciting I

have a lot of allergies so Irsquom very picky on how we

buy We donrsquot buy things that are processed nothing

with additives so itrsquos important for us to buy

exceptional quality ingredients We have a menu that

doesnrsquot change much but we tweak it twice a year and

thatrsquos why we have the chalkboards because we instill

creativity with our culinary staff so they can provide

items that are seasonal and exciting and differentrdquo

ldquoOne thing wersquore very proud of is that we buy our

salmon directly from the fisherman He is a friend of

ours a commercial fisherman in Kodiak Alaska and

so in season that salmon is coming directly from

Kodiak on Alaska Air cargo picked up by my husband

at OrsquoHare so itrsquos phenomenal Everyone who has had

it raves about it We make everything from scratch

including our desserts We are old school and Chef

Alfredo Anguiano has been with us from day one and

he makes desserts twice a week from scratch After

being here 16 years I hope wersquove been able to open

the door for other restaurants to come in We had a

vision and wersquove kept it the same wayrdquo Karas says

13DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad

THE WAITRESS BALANCES PLATES PILED HIGH WITH SUMPTUOUS

SUSTENANCE LIKE THE BBQ PORK PLATE STEAK KABOBS GRILLED

FRESH SALMON WITH HOISIN SAUCE LAKE PERCH BOURSIN

CHICKEN AND RIBEyES CRAFT HOUSE MAy BE NAMED FOR THEIR

BREWS BUT THE MEALS ARE JUST AS SELECT IN THIS FAMILy

FRIENDLy SMOKE-FREE BAR AND RESTAURANT

The Craft House opened in September of 2014 The owners decided that

Chesterton was missing a place to go to eat a good meal and drink a good

beer with great service says Dana Malone owner and manager ldquoCraft House

has 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles The menu has something

for everyone and it is all prepared in houserdquo she says One of those items on

the menu is the popular shrimp and crab which features sauteacuteed shrimp over

a delicious garlic cream sauce and a bed of rice topped with a house made

Maryland style lump crab cake and a crab claw Other selections include a

freshly shaved prime rib topped with sauteacuteed mushrooms caramelized onions

and Swiss cheese on a pretzel bun with horseradish aioli sauce the bacon

ranch melt which is a ranch-rubbed Angus burger topped with bacon Swiss

cheese and sauteacuteed onions between two slices of marble rye and the Sriracha

chicken wrap which is grilled chicken cheddar cheese lettuce tomatoes and

flour tortilla chips tossed in a ranch Sriracha salsa and wrapped in a flour

FaMiLY FriendLY sMoKe-Free Bar and restaUrant

Craft HouseBar and Grill

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201514

Call for

a Tour

219-921-2200 bull wwwAddisonPointeHRCcom780 Dickinson Road bull Chesterton IN 46304

Rehabilitative Services amp Private Suites Available

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Grilled Fresh Salmon with Hoisin Sauce

Steak and Stout Portabella Asian Wonton Bowls and Beer Flight

tortilla Top it all off with a beignet or a scoop of Valpo

Velvet ice cream

Located in the site of the former Hooligans Malone

is certain to point out that Craft House is a much

different vibe ldquoWe have no dancefloor but we feature

acoustic music on Friday and Saturday There is

something for everybody on our menu and we try to

feature items for vegetarians and have gluten-free

options We have a number of specials too Wednesday

night is our light bite menu which features smaller

appetizer plates so you can get a couple and share

Monday is half-priced drafts and Tuesday is half-

priced bottles of wine Friday and Saturday we have

a different dinner special in addition to the menu

The atmosphere here is family friendly and smoke

free We have a lot of meeting space and you can

watch any sporting event on one of our 27 televisions

Itrsquos just a great place to meet with a group or another

couple watch a game or sit on the outdoor patio in

the summerrdquo Malone says

Craft House can accommodate anywhere from one

person to groups of up to 150 Beer selections include

stouts IPAs pilsners cream ales porters saisons

lagers and ciders from breweries both local and

national such as Bellrsquos Shoreline Lucky Stone Pub

18th Street Greenbush Burn lsquoEm Founders

Lagunitas Three Floyds and Two Brothers The

owners come to visit each table and ask how the meal

is tasting and staff is friendly and attentive Live

music is frequently featured but when not on stage

classic rock from the likes of Aerosmith and Boston

jams throughout the large yet cozy atmosphere There

is also an upstairs level that is available for groups or

events They offer an appetizer buffet dinner buffet

and many other food options The Loft Room has its

own private full-service bar and the view of Chesterton

is unlike any other

15DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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560-4 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN 46304

office on Indian Boundary Road (next to Walgreens) for 28 years

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Craft House features 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201516

ldquoWhen Porter-Starke Services

first started there was a heavy

emphasis on inpatient psychiatric

treatment and although this

crisis service is still very

important to us and individuals

in our community it is now only

one part of our continuum of

carerdquo said Rocco Schiralli

President and CEO of Porter-

Starke Services ldquoSince we opened

40 years ago research has taught us a great deal about

the human brain and the best practices to deliver care

We have also worked hard to integrate treatment of

the mind and body These are just a few examples

of how we continue to evolverdquo Schiralli said

With a mission dedicated to enhancing the quality of

life in our community through prevention treatment

education and research Porter-Starke Services has

transformed lives throughout Northwest Indiana The

not-for-profit organization continues to provide

outpatient mental health and addiction services for

adults children and families Additionally

partnerships extend their circle of care to the

community to include prevention services including

screening for depression anxiety and substance abuse

at local hospitals and clinics The organization also

provides addiction treatment to inmates at the Porter

County Jail and counseling at local school

corporations among many others Porter-Starke

Services developed these programs in response to

unique needs in the community

Mental health services have changed as have our

attitudes toward them ldquoHistorically individuals with

mental health issues werenrsquot treated very well in our

country but society has seen this shift for the better

in the past 40 yearsrdquo said Elliott Miller Director of

Marketing amp Development Schiralli added ldquoIt has

improved but we still have a long way to go That

applies to any population that is stigmatized not just

mental health and addiction but any group that has

been subject to discrimination And this stigma is

something we continually strive to eliminaterdquo

ldquoThe truth is one in four people nationwide experience

this Year porter-starke services ceLebrates their 40th anniversarY over the course of those four DecaDes

MentaL heaLth treatMent has aDvanceD treMenDousLY

Timeline of major milesTones Porter-starke services is a compassionate and dedicated organization committed to the health and well-being of our community a major impetus for change began in 1953 when the mental Health association of Porter County was established which later provided seed money to build the first Porter-Starke services facility in 1967 laPorte-Porter-starke services was formed by 36 volunteers with a budget of $2000 to develop local community partnerships secure funding and ultimately lay the groundwork for what would later become Porter-starke services in 1974 start-up funding was secured state funds were granted to Porter-starke services to provide inpatient hospitalization partial hospitalization outpatient emergency consultation and education services in 1975 Porter-starke services opened with a 14-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital The main office was staffed with just one employee space was leased to provide outpatient services in Knox One year later the Portage office opened in 1990 residential services expanded into Valparaiso and in 1992 the Valparaiso Campus added an outpatient facility To grow and enhance therapeutic services Porter-starke services purchased the building at 601 Wall street services and facilities continued to expand over the years By 2013 Porter-starke services served a record 11000 people

reCenT aWards earned By PorTer-sTarKe serViCes 2014 Best Practice Honors (american Psychological association)

2013 Psychologically Healthy Workplace award (indiana Psychological association)

2011 Outstanding Nonprofit organization award (Porter County Community foundation)

2010 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

2010 Community improvement award (Portage Chamber of Commerce)

2008 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

porter-starke services Celebrating 40 years

of Mental Health in Porter and Starke County

Rocco Schiralli President and CEO

Rendering of 701 Wall Street

Pictured (l-r) Lee Grogg Arthur Malasto Herman Schumacher John Schumacher and Merle Miller view a

model of the 701 Wall Street building at the groundbreaking ceremony held October 10 1974 in Valparaiso Indiana

In the early 1950s Mental Health America issues a call to asylums across the country to remove and

send in their discarded chains and shackles On April 13 1956 at the McShane Bell Foundry in

Baltimore Maryland Mental Health America melts down the bindings recasting them into the Mental

Health Bell Photo courtesy of Mental Health America wwwmentalhealthamericanet

17DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

a mental illness or addiction but sometimes individuals

donrsquot feel they have a reason to care unless they are

personally connected to the issuerdquo said Miller Schiralli

continues ldquoWe would like to see a community that

truly cares for mental health and is aware of its

importance Why should mental illness be any different

than diabetes heart disease or cancerrdquo

In addition to greater acceptance Miller says he hopes

mental health services will continue to evolve in the

future ldquoOur compassionate dedicated staff of 220

employees as well as our volunteers and partners

will continue to serve the community day in and day

out and drive positive changerdquo Schiralli agrees ldquoI

envision Porter-Starke Services as the best place to

work and the best place to receive care Thatrsquos the

expectation we set Wersquove invested a great deal of our

time effort and resources into achieving these goals

with our employees and clients Wersquove been recognized

for some of these accomplishments but we always

challenge ourselves to improve We want to be

innovative ndash to implement best practices and initiatives

in our industry that the typical healthcare center may

not venture into Itrsquos the right thing to do because it

will best serve our community We continue to develop

local partnerships to provide the highest quality

healthcare Each day we work to inspire everyone to

advance health balance and hoperdquo

From left to rightAileen Wehren Vice President of Systems Administration (standing)Dr Anand Popli Medical Director (standing)Sandy Carlson Vice President of Clinical Services (sitting)Rocco Schiralli PresidentCEO (sitting)Mary Idstein Chief Financial Officer (standing)

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201518

Duneland Exchange Club maKing a differenCe in the lives of area youth

tthe DuneLanD exchange cLub is a chapter of the nationaL exchange cLub an organization that works to Make our coMMunities better pLaces to Live

The National Exchange Club is the oldest service

organization in the country with more than 650 local

clubs throughout the US and Puerto Rico including

one right here in Duneland The National Exchange

Club was founded March 27 1911 in Detroit and today

the club has grown to include nearly 20000 members

Through the Programs of Service ndash Americanism

Community Service and youth Programs ndash members

support activities that benefit youth promote pride

in our country and honor military and public service

providers to name a few The prevention of child

abuse is Exchangersquos National Project

Pam Strudas past president of the Duneland Exchange

Club says that this cause of child abuse prevention

is critical to their work as members ldquoOur main focus

as a group is prevention of child abuse Most of our

efforts are fundraisers geared toward helping that

cause We donate to several different groups that

support that cause such as Dunebrook (a not-for-

profit organization in Michigan City and Valparaiso

that provides child prevention services

advocates for children and provides

positive family support and education)

We fund the Body Safety Program that

we have had in the Duneland Schools

for several years now This is an

empowerment program for children to

know their bodies what is not

appropriate for adults to do or touch

and to tell them it is NEVER their fault

and it IS okay to tell an adult they know

and trust It is a positive energetic

educational program for young children to learn the

awkward terms and things that parents and

teachers donrsquot like to talk aboutrdquo Strudas says

Although child abuse prevention is the main area of

focus for the club members are also dedicated to other

service projects as well ldquoThere are many groups we

donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request

money through grants and some we have just always

helped out in any way we can We recognize youth in

our community with the Duneland Exchange Club

youth of the Month This is given to a high school

senior identified through the guidance counselor We

also recognize our Citizen of the Month which is for

4th through 6th graders which are identified through

teacher recommendation We have an Americanism

Project called ldquoProudly We Hailrdquo This recognition is

given to a business or citizen who regularly displays

the American flag correctly We have an essayposter

contest for 7th and 8th graders called ldquoOne Nation

under Godrdquo where students write about what the

Pledge of Allegiance means to them We recognize

winners with a certificate and cash award There is

also a regional and national level that the students

can go on to compete inrdquo

There are a number of ways that the Duneland

Exchange Club raises funds for these important causes

says Strudas ldquoWe have our annual winetasting the

Frog Hunt and others throughout the yearrdquo she says

ldquoOne of our favorite projects for our community is our

talent show which we do in the spring for kindergarten

through 12th grade and anyone is eligible from public

school private school or homeschool as long as they

19DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

are in the Duneland district All of the money raised

goes to the Natural Helpers program who help to

coordinate the show We pack the place every year

and itrsquos held at the high school auditorium We raise

about $10000 on the wine tasting and all of that

money goes into our child abuse prevention funds so

the funds are given to these programs through grants

Only our dues go toward operation costs but the funds

we raise go to these programsrdquo

Supporting Duneland youth and prevention of child

abuse is vital to the work the members of the Duneland

Exchange Club perform ldquoThere is such a problem in

our country with child abuse and neglect and you

always want to do something to help and this is a real

concrete way to help out and make an impact There

is a wonderful satisfaction in being a part of the

community Itrsquos a loving wonderful town and you

really get to see the heart of the people We welcome

new members We meet the first and third Thursday

of each month at 7 am at Round the Clock in

Chesterton and anyone is welcome to come and see

what the club is all aboutrdquo Strudas says

ldquoldquoThere are many groups we donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request money through grants and some we have just

always helped out in any way we can

Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos December Youth of the Month Bethany Van Drie Her parents Jeff and Katherine Van Drie with Duneland Exchange Club member Dr Daniel Keilman

Dawn Ruge enjoys the Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos Wine and Canvas event

PAM STRUDASPasT Pres idenT of THe

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YEARS 19752015 WWWPORTERSTARKEORG

a Vision for Our Community

Health balance and hope for everyoneAnyone in crisis

Anyone seeking care

Anyone wanting more

Our community needs quality mental health and wellness services

Porter-Starke Services was created to fulfill that need in 1975 and we continue to do so 40 years later

See how it all began view a historical timeline of Porter-Starke Services atwwwporterstarkeorg40years

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201522

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25DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

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aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

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1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

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The Duck Confit amp Pork Belly Filled Wontons

feature shredded duck pork belly herbs and

spices in a light wonton wrapper served crispy

with an Asian hoisin ginger and soy reduction

with a carrot-diakon radish slaw ldquoThe confit is

an old French technique and we combine that

with a homemade Asian sauce in a wonton

wrapper that we form and fry The duck is

traditionally Asian and this is just a little twist

on a fun bar snack We sell a lot of thoserdquo says

Nicole The combination is perfectmdashsweet

succulent moist and substantial Other favorites

in the menu include the winter lamb shank with

gnocchi and root vegetables and sauteacuteed kale

as well as the turkey club on sourdough with a

house made apricot jam granny smith apple

and thick cut bacon Nicole says ldquoItrsquos our number

one selling sandwich because itrsquos the tasty

combination of savory sweet and smokerdquo Also

make sure to try the venison chili which is

available throughout the winter

In the warmer months Bartlettrsquos features an

outdoor deck with a childrenrsquos playhouse so kids

can run around while parents are enjoying their

dinner and a glass of wine A screened-in porch

is great for private parties and there are events

throughout the year such as comedy night beer

fest music fest and oyster fest as well as plenty

of weeknight specials

Foodie FindsAll Day Long Lamb ShankAustralian lamb on the bone sewed on potato gnocchi with sauteed kale and tomatoes

Duck Confit amp Pork Belly Filled Wontonsfeatures shredded duck pork belly herbs and spices in a light wonton~

ldquoIrsquove always liked being a big fish in a little pond and

I appreciate the loyalty of Northwest Indiana

supporting my careerrdquo

ndash Gary Sander

~

IT MIGHT BE DIFFICULT TO SELECT AN APPETIzER AT OCTAVE GRILL

SINCE ALL OF THE OFFERINGS ARE THE PERFECT WAy TO BEGIN A

GREAT MEAL The buffalo fries are always a favorite fresh cut and tossed

in buffalo sauce made from scratch with bleu cheese crumbles and just the

right amount of heat The perch cakes topped with a tart and creamy dill

caper tartar and ancho-chile sauce with greens and lemon are something

not found on any run-of-the-mill menu Taco tots are always fun with the

house guacamole or the goat cheese fondue with warm pita crackers apple

and zucchini for dipping But the fried pickles are also a favorite The panko

breading provides just the right amount of crunch and is never soggy

The tabasco aioli is a savory complement to the tang of the generous wedges

of dill pickle

Then therersquos the rest of the menu With a cozy creative interior choosing

what to devour is hard but enjoying the selection is easy at Octave Grill Itrsquos

the perfect place to take onersquos time making conversation over a substantial

burger made with Bill Kurtisrsquos Tallgrass Beef which may not mean anything

to readers but will mean much to their taste buds Casey Petro co-owner

with wife Sylvia opened the restaurant in July 2010 and since then their

gastronomic pleasures have been the pride of Duneland Casey had previously

worked for years at another restaurant in the area and then pursued a career

by attending culinary school at Ivy Tech After he worked for a number of

years in hotel restaurants around the country he began to design a restaurant

of his own ldquoPrior to moving back here Sylvia and I had moved around for

four years and saw that the burger and craft beer restaurant was working

elsewhere so we wanted to bring it here We wanted a restaurant where we

would eat We wanted to offer quality ingredients and we wanted items that

were really unique like the grass fed beef We had enough of our own ideas

that we thought we could do it We had a spot picked out and it just fell into

placerdquo he says

The menu includes such tantalizing dishes as the Cuban a pulled pork

sandwich with ham Fair Oaks Farm Swiss cheese grilled onions pickles

key lime aioli whole-grain mustard greens and tomato on a French roll

or the roasted squash salad with organic greens capriole goat cheese roasted

butternut squash sliced almonds pickled red onion and creamy white wine

Perch Cakes

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 20158

Octave GrillBurger Restaurant

Hot Pants Burger

vinaigrette and an ample offering of burgers

including the popular Hot Pants ldquoItrsquos a burger

with our grass fed beef on a brioche bun with

giardiniera which we make in house tabasco

aioli Fair Oaks Farm Habanero Havarti bacon

beer battered onion rings and tomato People

like the onion rings and the spice It was a burger

of the month and was so popular we put in on

the menurdquo Petro says

Octave Grill is a favorite for locals and those

looking to show off to visitors what Duneland

is all about Petro says ldquoWe keep growing every

year Over the summer we won best burger in

Porter County through Indiana Dunes Tourism

I think itrsquos because our burgers and all of our

food is made from scratch Even all of our

desserts are always homemaderdquo Add this to the

ever-changing selection of local and craft beers

like 18th Street Brewery Lake Street Express

Shoreline Brewery Bavarian Bombshell

Greenbush Brewing Co Distorter Southern Tier

2x Presso and Victory Hop Ranch and you may

never want to leave

~ldquoWe wanted a restaurant where we would eat We wanted to offer quality ingredients

and we wanted items that were really unique like the grass fed beefrdquo

ndash Casey Petro~

9DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

KEVIN DOLEROwner

879-8525

154 W Chicago St | Downtown Valparaiso | (219) 464-1636 | ChicagoStreetorg

HENRY amp RAMONAMar 6-14

THE ANGELS OF LEMNOSAPR 10-25

COBBMay 22-June 6

Octave GrillBurger Restaurant

Hot Pants Burger

Octave Grillrsquos cozy interior feels like coming home

Beer selections change daily

yOU HAVE PROBABLy HEARD OF LEROyrsquoS HOT STUFF SINCE OWNER

LEROy FLORES IS SO INVOLVED IN THE COMMUNITy A generous man

with a warm heart Leroy believes in supporting the causes that make the

Duneland community more of a family From helping to establish Porterrsquos

Perfect Pint the annual beer festival held each October in Hawthorne Park

that benefits the Porter Parks Department and the Porter Volunteer Fire

Department to appearances at virtually every event around the county

including the Porter County Fair and giving to causes for individuals and

organizations Leroyrsquos Hot Stuff is more than a restaurantmdashit is an icon in

the community

Flores opened his doors in Porter on Highway 20 in 1990 With delicious

breakfasts such as huevos rancheros steak and eggs or huevos con chorizo

lunches like sopes tamales or burritos and dinners such as steak fajitas

chicken mole or carne asada itrsquos no wonder that Leroyrsquos is always packed

with guests enjoying delicious homemade Mexican food Flores says that he

has both a love for his community and a love for serving the finest quality

food ldquoI had worked in the restaurant business for five years and got tired of

working for other people and wanted to do work of my own I grew up in

Hammond and moved here to Porter to take advantage of the school system

for my family It has been a wonderful place to raise a family and establish

a businessrdquo Flores says

Starting with fresh chips and salsa not too salty and just the right kick of

heat with fresh cilantro any meal is going to make the family happy But

due to smoking laws that went into effect on July 1 2012 Leroyrsquos is no longer

able to allow minors into the restaurant although the full menu including

alcohol (excluding Sundays of course) is available for carryout Make sure

to try the cheese enchiladasmdashwhite corn tortillas filled with melted white

queso with creamy savory beans and tangy rice on the side Fish tacos are

also a specialty either broiled or fried and especially affordable on Taco

Tuesday There are also American food selections like Italian beef burgers

wraps and sandwiches Leroyrsquos also caters for events such as office parties

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201510

Leroyrsquos Hot StuffHome cooked Mexican and American Entrees Leroyrsquos Hot StuffHome cooked Mexican and American Entrees

Homemade Tamales

Bread Bowl with Chili

11DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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Diana Twyman co-owner of Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

with her son Jack Strode says they opened the

restaurant on May 2 2013 and have established

a business known for its steaks salads and special

events ldquoWe do a lot of non-profit work and

fundraisers for groups such as Save the Dunes

Charter School of the Dunes Discovery Charter

School and the Miller Arts and Creative District

Wersquove done collaborative dinners with 3 Floydrsquos

Brewery in Munster and 18th Street Brewery here

in Miller which have been very popular eventsrdquo

she says

ldquoWe have also done a farm to table dinner with

Green Sense Farm in Portage and wersquove done

cocktail dinners that are themed such as Mad

Men where people came in costume and it was a

lot of fun We look to reprise all of these events

because people really love the specialty dinners

We always have specials on our menu every night

and every first Friday we have oysters flown

in for our champagne and oysters specialrdquo

says Twyman

Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

graduations or even a wedding They specialize

in Mexican cuisine but are capable of preparing

just about anything guests would like and beer

and alcohol catering is available as well with

fully licensed and insured staff They also have

a banquet facility live entertainment karaoke

and they are open seven days a week Breakfast

is served from 7 am until noon

Leroy says that bringing his community the food

he and his staff prepare every day is a labor of

love ldquoThe recipes were my momrsquos We make

our soups from scratch every day We also do a

lot of catering and have been doing it for a while

We do a lot of office lunches at the mills and

we do a lot of festivals We prepare food for all

of the Cruisinrsquo events at the Harley-Davidson

shop in Valpo which is a great way to come by

and try us There are always 300 to 400 cars out

there and we set up every Friday from 5 pm to

9 pm from Memorial Day to Labor Day We

have been doing the Porter County Fair for over

10 years now and wersquore down by the grandstand

We stay pretty busy out there because we arenrsquot

using a fryer out theremdashwe specialize in Mexican

food and thatrsquos what we dordquo he says

Tomato Basil Wrap with Grilled Chicken and Bacon

START OFF WITH FRESHLy-BAKED BREAD CRUSTy ON THE OUTSIDE

WARM AND PILLOWy ON THE INSIDE DIPPED IN A SWEET MIxTURE

OF VIRGIN OLIVE OIL AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR PROCURED FROM

THE FINEST PURVEyORS AND AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE NExT

DOOR AT GOOD TO GO Next bite into cavatappi pasta corkscrews that

individually hold a rich parmesan buttery cream sauce surrounded by

generous amounts of Portobello mushrooms lightly caramelized shallots

and plump tender grilled chicken Make sure to save some bread to sop up

the extra sauce This is just one of the tantalizing selections at Lucrezia Cafe

and Nada Karas co-owner with her husband Michael Karas says that they

have been bringing such carefully-selected dishes to Duneland since

November 1998

ldquoWhen we moved here in the lsquo90s there was nowhere to eat At that time

there were only diners and pizza places We were frustrated and my husband

has always wanted to own a restaurant We felt a white linen restaurant

wasnrsquot the way to go We wanted to be a little more casual since itrsquos close to

the beach with superior food excellence service and we wanted it more of

a cafeacute trattoria We wanted people to be able to walk in either dressed to the

nines or in flip flops from the beach and be able to have a wonderful dining

experience Outdoor dining is very important to us as wellrdquo Nada Karas says

Chefs at Lucrezia such as Chef Alfredo Anguiano pride themselves on making

their dishes from the finest ingredients Karas explains ldquoIn the summer it is

dishes Made FroM the Finest ingredients

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

Zucotto

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201512

Pappardelle Bolognese

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

much easier to purchase our ingredients locally from

the European Market and other suppliers In the

winter things change for us Itrsquos not so easy and we

have to deal with buying from purveyors in the

Chicagoland area with whom wersquove had a great working

relationship smaller boutique vendors that like to

provide us with some artesian wares Wersquore constantly

going to food shows to see whatrsquos new and exciting I

have a lot of allergies so Irsquom very picky on how we

buy We donrsquot buy things that are processed nothing

with additives so itrsquos important for us to buy

exceptional quality ingredients We have a menu that

doesnrsquot change much but we tweak it twice a year and

thatrsquos why we have the chalkboards because we instill

creativity with our culinary staff so they can provide

items that are seasonal and exciting and differentrdquo

ldquoOne thing wersquore very proud of is that we buy our

salmon directly from the fisherman He is a friend of

ours a commercial fisherman in Kodiak Alaska and

so in season that salmon is coming directly from

Kodiak on Alaska Air cargo picked up by my husband

at OrsquoHare so itrsquos phenomenal Everyone who has had

it raves about it We make everything from scratch

including our desserts We are old school and Chef

Alfredo Anguiano has been with us from day one and

he makes desserts twice a week from scratch After

being here 16 years I hope wersquove been able to open

the door for other restaurants to come in We had a

vision and wersquove kept it the same wayrdquo Karas says

13DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad

THE WAITRESS BALANCES PLATES PILED HIGH WITH SUMPTUOUS

SUSTENANCE LIKE THE BBQ PORK PLATE STEAK KABOBS GRILLED

FRESH SALMON WITH HOISIN SAUCE LAKE PERCH BOURSIN

CHICKEN AND RIBEyES CRAFT HOUSE MAy BE NAMED FOR THEIR

BREWS BUT THE MEALS ARE JUST AS SELECT IN THIS FAMILy

FRIENDLy SMOKE-FREE BAR AND RESTAURANT

The Craft House opened in September of 2014 The owners decided that

Chesterton was missing a place to go to eat a good meal and drink a good

beer with great service says Dana Malone owner and manager ldquoCraft House

has 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles The menu has something

for everyone and it is all prepared in houserdquo she says One of those items on

the menu is the popular shrimp and crab which features sauteacuteed shrimp over

a delicious garlic cream sauce and a bed of rice topped with a house made

Maryland style lump crab cake and a crab claw Other selections include a

freshly shaved prime rib topped with sauteacuteed mushrooms caramelized onions

and Swiss cheese on a pretzel bun with horseradish aioli sauce the bacon

ranch melt which is a ranch-rubbed Angus burger topped with bacon Swiss

cheese and sauteacuteed onions between two slices of marble rye and the Sriracha

chicken wrap which is grilled chicken cheddar cheese lettuce tomatoes and

flour tortilla chips tossed in a ranch Sriracha salsa and wrapped in a flour

FaMiLY FriendLY sMoKe-Free Bar and restaUrant

Craft HouseBar and Grill

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201514

Call for

a Tour

219-921-2200 bull wwwAddisonPointeHRCcom780 Dickinson Road bull Chesterton IN 46304

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Grilled Fresh Salmon with Hoisin Sauce

Steak and Stout Portabella Asian Wonton Bowls and Beer Flight

tortilla Top it all off with a beignet or a scoop of Valpo

Velvet ice cream

Located in the site of the former Hooligans Malone

is certain to point out that Craft House is a much

different vibe ldquoWe have no dancefloor but we feature

acoustic music on Friday and Saturday There is

something for everybody on our menu and we try to

feature items for vegetarians and have gluten-free

options We have a number of specials too Wednesday

night is our light bite menu which features smaller

appetizer plates so you can get a couple and share

Monday is half-priced drafts and Tuesday is half-

priced bottles of wine Friday and Saturday we have

a different dinner special in addition to the menu

The atmosphere here is family friendly and smoke

free We have a lot of meeting space and you can

watch any sporting event on one of our 27 televisions

Itrsquos just a great place to meet with a group or another

couple watch a game or sit on the outdoor patio in

the summerrdquo Malone says

Craft House can accommodate anywhere from one

person to groups of up to 150 Beer selections include

stouts IPAs pilsners cream ales porters saisons

lagers and ciders from breweries both local and

national such as Bellrsquos Shoreline Lucky Stone Pub

18th Street Greenbush Burn lsquoEm Founders

Lagunitas Three Floyds and Two Brothers The

owners come to visit each table and ask how the meal

is tasting and staff is friendly and attentive Live

music is frequently featured but when not on stage

classic rock from the likes of Aerosmith and Boston

jams throughout the large yet cozy atmosphere There

is also an upstairs level that is available for groups or

events They offer an appetizer buffet dinner buffet

and many other food options The Loft Room has its

own private full-service bar and the view of Chesterton

is unlike any other

15DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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Paul Boyter 219-789-1228

Jan Thomas219-406-3411

560-4 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN 46304

office on Indian Boundary Road (next to Walgreens) for 28 years

Wersquore Local Wersquore Global

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Craft House features 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201516

ldquoWhen Porter-Starke Services

first started there was a heavy

emphasis on inpatient psychiatric

treatment and although this

crisis service is still very

important to us and individuals

in our community it is now only

one part of our continuum of

carerdquo said Rocco Schiralli

President and CEO of Porter-

Starke Services ldquoSince we opened

40 years ago research has taught us a great deal about

the human brain and the best practices to deliver care

We have also worked hard to integrate treatment of

the mind and body These are just a few examples

of how we continue to evolverdquo Schiralli said

With a mission dedicated to enhancing the quality of

life in our community through prevention treatment

education and research Porter-Starke Services has

transformed lives throughout Northwest Indiana The

not-for-profit organization continues to provide

outpatient mental health and addiction services for

adults children and families Additionally

partnerships extend their circle of care to the

community to include prevention services including

screening for depression anxiety and substance abuse

at local hospitals and clinics The organization also

provides addiction treatment to inmates at the Porter

County Jail and counseling at local school

corporations among many others Porter-Starke

Services developed these programs in response to

unique needs in the community

Mental health services have changed as have our

attitudes toward them ldquoHistorically individuals with

mental health issues werenrsquot treated very well in our

country but society has seen this shift for the better

in the past 40 yearsrdquo said Elliott Miller Director of

Marketing amp Development Schiralli added ldquoIt has

improved but we still have a long way to go That

applies to any population that is stigmatized not just

mental health and addiction but any group that has

been subject to discrimination And this stigma is

something we continually strive to eliminaterdquo

ldquoThe truth is one in four people nationwide experience

this Year porter-starke services ceLebrates their 40th anniversarY over the course of those four DecaDes

MentaL heaLth treatMent has aDvanceD treMenDousLY

Timeline of major milesTones Porter-starke services is a compassionate and dedicated organization committed to the health and well-being of our community a major impetus for change began in 1953 when the mental Health association of Porter County was established which later provided seed money to build the first Porter-Starke services facility in 1967 laPorte-Porter-starke services was formed by 36 volunteers with a budget of $2000 to develop local community partnerships secure funding and ultimately lay the groundwork for what would later become Porter-starke services in 1974 start-up funding was secured state funds were granted to Porter-starke services to provide inpatient hospitalization partial hospitalization outpatient emergency consultation and education services in 1975 Porter-starke services opened with a 14-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital The main office was staffed with just one employee space was leased to provide outpatient services in Knox One year later the Portage office opened in 1990 residential services expanded into Valparaiso and in 1992 the Valparaiso Campus added an outpatient facility To grow and enhance therapeutic services Porter-starke services purchased the building at 601 Wall street services and facilities continued to expand over the years By 2013 Porter-starke services served a record 11000 people

reCenT aWards earned By PorTer-sTarKe serViCes 2014 Best Practice Honors (american Psychological association)

2013 Psychologically Healthy Workplace award (indiana Psychological association)

2011 Outstanding Nonprofit organization award (Porter County Community foundation)

2010 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

2010 Community improvement award (Portage Chamber of Commerce)

2008 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

porter-starke services Celebrating 40 years

of Mental Health in Porter and Starke County

Rocco Schiralli President and CEO

Rendering of 701 Wall Street

Pictured (l-r) Lee Grogg Arthur Malasto Herman Schumacher John Schumacher and Merle Miller view a

model of the 701 Wall Street building at the groundbreaking ceremony held October 10 1974 in Valparaiso Indiana

In the early 1950s Mental Health America issues a call to asylums across the country to remove and

send in their discarded chains and shackles On April 13 1956 at the McShane Bell Foundry in

Baltimore Maryland Mental Health America melts down the bindings recasting them into the Mental

Health Bell Photo courtesy of Mental Health America wwwmentalhealthamericanet

17DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

a mental illness or addiction but sometimes individuals

donrsquot feel they have a reason to care unless they are

personally connected to the issuerdquo said Miller Schiralli

continues ldquoWe would like to see a community that

truly cares for mental health and is aware of its

importance Why should mental illness be any different

than diabetes heart disease or cancerrdquo

In addition to greater acceptance Miller says he hopes

mental health services will continue to evolve in the

future ldquoOur compassionate dedicated staff of 220

employees as well as our volunteers and partners

will continue to serve the community day in and day

out and drive positive changerdquo Schiralli agrees ldquoI

envision Porter-Starke Services as the best place to

work and the best place to receive care Thatrsquos the

expectation we set Wersquove invested a great deal of our

time effort and resources into achieving these goals

with our employees and clients Wersquove been recognized

for some of these accomplishments but we always

challenge ourselves to improve We want to be

innovative ndash to implement best practices and initiatives

in our industry that the typical healthcare center may

not venture into Itrsquos the right thing to do because it

will best serve our community We continue to develop

local partnerships to provide the highest quality

healthcare Each day we work to inspire everyone to

advance health balance and hoperdquo

From left to rightAileen Wehren Vice President of Systems Administration (standing)Dr Anand Popli Medical Director (standing)Sandy Carlson Vice President of Clinical Services (sitting)Rocco Schiralli PresidentCEO (sitting)Mary Idstein Chief Financial Officer (standing)

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201518

Duneland Exchange Club maKing a differenCe in the lives of area youth

tthe DuneLanD exchange cLub is a chapter of the nationaL exchange cLub an organization that works to Make our coMMunities better pLaces to Live

The National Exchange Club is the oldest service

organization in the country with more than 650 local

clubs throughout the US and Puerto Rico including

one right here in Duneland The National Exchange

Club was founded March 27 1911 in Detroit and today

the club has grown to include nearly 20000 members

Through the Programs of Service ndash Americanism

Community Service and youth Programs ndash members

support activities that benefit youth promote pride

in our country and honor military and public service

providers to name a few The prevention of child

abuse is Exchangersquos National Project

Pam Strudas past president of the Duneland Exchange

Club says that this cause of child abuse prevention

is critical to their work as members ldquoOur main focus

as a group is prevention of child abuse Most of our

efforts are fundraisers geared toward helping that

cause We donate to several different groups that

support that cause such as Dunebrook (a not-for-

profit organization in Michigan City and Valparaiso

that provides child prevention services

advocates for children and provides

positive family support and education)

We fund the Body Safety Program that

we have had in the Duneland Schools

for several years now This is an

empowerment program for children to

know their bodies what is not

appropriate for adults to do or touch

and to tell them it is NEVER their fault

and it IS okay to tell an adult they know

and trust It is a positive energetic

educational program for young children to learn the

awkward terms and things that parents and

teachers donrsquot like to talk aboutrdquo Strudas says

Although child abuse prevention is the main area of

focus for the club members are also dedicated to other

service projects as well ldquoThere are many groups we

donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request

money through grants and some we have just always

helped out in any way we can We recognize youth in

our community with the Duneland Exchange Club

youth of the Month This is given to a high school

senior identified through the guidance counselor We

also recognize our Citizen of the Month which is for

4th through 6th graders which are identified through

teacher recommendation We have an Americanism

Project called ldquoProudly We Hailrdquo This recognition is

given to a business or citizen who regularly displays

the American flag correctly We have an essayposter

contest for 7th and 8th graders called ldquoOne Nation

under Godrdquo where students write about what the

Pledge of Allegiance means to them We recognize

winners with a certificate and cash award There is

also a regional and national level that the students

can go on to compete inrdquo

There are a number of ways that the Duneland

Exchange Club raises funds for these important causes

says Strudas ldquoWe have our annual winetasting the

Frog Hunt and others throughout the yearrdquo she says

ldquoOne of our favorite projects for our community is our

talent show which we do in the spring for kindergarten

through 12th grade and anyone is eligible from public

school private school or homeschool as long as they

19DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

are in the Duneland district All of the money raised

goes to the Natural Helpers program who help to

coordinate the show We pack the place every year

and itrsquos held at the high school auditorium We raise

about $10000 on the wine tasting and all of that

money goes into our child abuse prevention funds so

the funds are given to these programs through grants

Only our dues go toward operation costs but the funds

we raise go to these programsrdquo

Supporting Duneland youth and prevention of child

abuse is vital to the work the members of the Duneland

Exchange Club perform ldquoThere is such a problem in

our country with child abuse and neglect and you

always want to do something to help and this is a real

concrete way to help out and make an impact There

is a wonderful satisfaction in being a part of the

community Itrsquos a loving wonderful town and you

really get to see the heart of the people We welcome

new members We meet the first and third Thursday

of each month at 7 am at Round the Clock in

Chesterton and anyone is welcome to come and see

what the club is all aboutrdquo Strudas says

ldquoldquoThere are many groups we donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request money through grants and some we have just

always helped out in any way we can

Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos December Youth of the Month Bethany Van Drie Her parents Jeff and Katherine Van Drie with Duneland Exchange Club member Dr Daniel Keilman

Dawn Ruge enjoys the Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos Wine and Canvas event

PAM STRUDASPasT Pres idenT of THe

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YEARS 19752015 WWWPORTERSTARKEORG

a Vision for Our Community

Health balance and hope for everyoneAnyone in crisis

Anyone seeking care

Anyone wanting more

Our community needs quality mental health and wellness services

Porter-Starke Services was created to fulfill that need in 1975 and we continue to do so 40 years later

See how it all began view a historical timeline of Porter-Starke Services atwwwporterstarkeorg40years

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201522

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LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

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above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

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19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

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IT MIGHT BE DIFFICULT TO SELECT AN APPETIzER AT OCTAVE GRILL

SINCE ALL OF THE OFFERINGS ARE THE PERFECT WAy TO BEGIN A

GREAT MEAL The buffalo fries are always a favorite fresh cut and tossed

in buffalo sauce made from scratch with bleu cheese crumbles and just the

right amount of heat The perch cakes topped with a tart and creamy dill

caper tartar and ancho-chile sauce with greens and lemon are something

not found on any run-of-the-mill menu Taco tots are always fun with the

house guacamole or the goat cheese fondue with warm pita crackers apple

and zucchini for dipping But the fried pickles are also a favorite The panko

breading provides just the right amount of crunch and is never soggy

The tabasco aioli is a savory complement to the tang of the generous wedges

of dill pickle

Then therersquos the rest of the menu With a cozy creative interior choosing

what to devour is hard but enjoying the selection is easy at Octave Grill Itrsquos

the perfect place to take onersquos time making conversation over a substantial

burger made with Bill Kurtisrsquos Tallgrass Beef which may not mean anything

to readers but will mean much to their taste buds Casey Petro co-owner

with wife Sylvia opened the restaurant in July 2010 and since then their

gastronomic pleasures have been the pride of Duneland Casey had previously

worked for years at another restaurant in the area and then pursued a career

by attending culinary school at Ivy Tech After he worked for a number of

years in hotel restaurants around the country he began to design a restaurant

of his own ldquoPrior to moving back here Sylvia and I had moved around for

four years and saw that the burger and craft beer restaurant was working

elsewhere so we wanted to bring it here We wanted a restaurant where we

would eat We wanted to offer quality ingredients and we wanted items that

were really unique like the grass fed beef We had enough of our own ideas

that we thought we could do it We had a spot picked out and it just fell into

placerdquo he says

The menu includes such tantalizing dishes as the Cuban a pulled pork

sandwich with ham Fair Oaks Farm Swiss cheese grilled onions pickles

key lime aioli whole-grain mustard greens and tomato on a French roll

or the roasted squash salad with organic greens capriole goat cheese roasted

butternut squash sliced almonds pickled red onion and creamy white wine

Perch Cakes

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 20158

Octave GrillBurger Restaurant

Hot Pants Burger

vinaigrette and an ample offering of burgers

including the popular Hot Pants ldquoItrsquos a burger

with our grass fed beef on a brioche bun with

giardiniera which we make in house tabasco

aioli Fair Oaks Farm Habanero Havarti bacon

beer battered onion rings and tomato People

like the onion rings and the spice It was a burger

of the month and was so popular we put in on

the menurdquo Petro says

Octave Grill is a favorite for locals and those

looking to show off to visitors what Duneland

is all about Petro says ldquoWe keep growing every

year Over the summer we won best burger in

Porter County through Indiana Dunes Tourism

I think itrsquos because our burgers and all of our

food is made from scratch Even all of our

desserts are always homemaderdquo Add this to the

ever-changing selection of local and craft beers

like 18th Street Brewery Lake Street Express

Shoreline Brewery Bavarian Bombshell

Greenbush Brewing Co Distorter Southern Tier

2x Presso and Victory Hop Ranch and you may

never want to leave

~ldquoWe wanted a restaurant where we would eat We wanted to offer quality ingredients

and we wanted items that were really unique like the grass fed beefrdquo

ndash Casey Petro~

9DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

KEVIN DOLEROwner

879-8525

154 W Chicago St | Downtown Valparaiso | (219) 464-1636 | ChicagoStreetorg

HENRY amp RAMONAMar 6-14

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Octave GrillBurger Restaurant

Hot Pants Burger

Octave Grillrsquos cozy interior feels like coming home

Beer selections change daily

yOU HAVE PROBABLy HEARD OF LEROyrsquoS HOT STUFF SINCE OWNER

LEROy FLORES IS SO INVOLVED IN THE COMMUNITy A generous man

with a warm heart Leroy believes in supporting the causes that make the

Duneland community more of a family From helping to establish Porterrsquos

Perfect Pint the annual beer festival held each October in Hawthorne Park

that benefits the Porter Parks Department and the Porter Volunteer Fire

Department to appearances at virtually every event around the county

including the Porter County Fair and giving to causes for individuals and

organizations Leroyrsquos Hot Stuff is more than a restaurantmdashit is an icon in

the community

Flores opened his doors in Porter on Highway 20 in 1990 With delicious

breakfasts such as huevos rancheros steak and eggs or huevos con chorizo

lunches like sopes tamales or burritos and dinners such as steak fajitas

chicken mole or carne asada itrsquos no wonder that Leroyrsquos is always packed

with guests enjoying delicious homemade Mexican food Flores says that he

has both a love for his community and a love for serving the finest quality

food ldquoI had worked in the restaurant business for five years and got tired of

working for other people and wanted to do work of my own I grew up in

Hammond and moved here to Porter to take advantage of the school system

for my family It has been a wonderful place to raise a family and establish

a businessrdquo Flores says

Starting with fresh chips and salsa not too salty and just the right kick of

heat with fresh cilantro any meal is going to make the family happy But

due to smoking laws that went into effect on July 1 2012 Leroyrsquos is no longer

able to allow minors into the restaurant although the full menu including

alcohol (excluding Sundays of course) is available for carryout Make sure

to try the cheese enchiladasmdashwhite corn tortillas filled with melted white

queso with creamy savory beans and tangy rice on the side Fish tacos are

also a specialty either broiled or fried and especially affordable on Taco

Tuesday There are also American food selections like Italian beef burgers

wraps and sandwiches Leroyrsquos also caters for events such as office parties

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201510

Leroyrsquos Hot StuffHome cooked Mexican and American Entrees Leroyrsquos Hot StuffHome cooked Mexican and American Entrees

Homemade Tamales

Bread Bowl with Chili

11DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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Diana Twyman co-owner of Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

with her son Jack Strode says they opened the

restaurant on May 2 2013 and have established

a business known for its steaks salads and special

events ldquoWe do a lot of non-profit work and

fundraisers for groups such as Save the Dunes

Charter School of the Dunes Discovery Charter

School and the Miller Arts and Creative District

Wersquove done collaborative dinners with 3 Floydrsquos

Brewery in Munster and 18th Street Brewery here

in Miller which have been very popular eventsrdquo

she says

ldquoWe have also done a farm to table dinner with

Green Sense Farm in Portage and wersquove done

cocktail dinners that are themed such as Mad

Men where people came in costume and it was a

lot of fun We look to reprise all of these events

because people really love the specialty dinners

We always have specials on our menu every night

and every first Friday we have oysters flown

in for our champagne and oysters specialrdquo

says Twyman

Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

graduations or even a wedding They specialize

in Mexican cuisine but are capable of preparing

just about anything guests would like and beer

and alcohol catering is available as well with

fully licensed and insured staff They also have

a banquet facility live entertainment karaoke

and they are open seven days a week Breakfast

is served from 7 am until noon

Leroy says that bringing his community the food

he and his staff prepare every day is a labor of

love ldquoThe recipes were my momrsquos We make

our soups from scratch every day We also do a

lot of catering and have been doing it for a while

We do a lot of office lunches at the mills and

we do a lot of festivals We prepare food for all

of the Cruisinrsquo events at the Harley-Davidson

shop in Valpo which is a great way to come by

and try us There are always 300 to 400 cars out

there and we set up every Friday from 5 pm to

9 pm from Memorial Day to Labor Day We

have been doing the Porter County Fair for over

10 years now and wersquore down by the grandstand

We stay pretty busy out there because we arenrsquot

using a fryer out theremdashwe specialize in Mexican

food and thatrsquos what we dordquo he says

Tomato Basil Wrap with Grilled Chicken and Bacon

START OFF WITH FRESHLy-BAKED BREAD CRUSTy ON THE OUTSIDE

WARM AND PILLOWy ON THE INSIDE DIPPED IN A SWEET MIxTURE

OF VIRGIN OLIVE OIL AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR PROCURED FROM

THE FINEST PURVEyORS AND AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE NExT

DOOR AT GOOD TO GO Next bite into cavatappi pasta corkscrews that

individually hold a rich parmesan buttery cream sauce surrounded by

generous amounts of Portobello mushrooms lightly caramelized shallots

and plump tender grilled chicken Make sure to save some bread to sop up

the extra sauce This is just one of the tantalizing selections at Lucrezia Cafe

and Nada Karas co-owner with her husband Michael Karas says that they

have been bringing such carefully-selected dishes to Duneland since

November 1998

ldquoWhen we moved here in the lsquo90s there was nowhere to eat At that time

there were only diners and pizza places We were frustrated and my husband

has always wanted to own a restaurant We felt a white linen restaurant

wasnrsquot the way to go We wanted to be a little more casual since itrsquos close to

the beach with superior food excellence service and we wanted it more of

a cafeacute trattoria We wanted people to be able to walk in either dressed to the

nines or in flip flops from the beach and be able to have a wonderful dining

experience Outdoor dining is very important to us as wellrdquo Nada Karas says

Chefs at Lucrezia such as Chef Alfredo Anguiano pride themselves on making

their dishes from the finest ingredients Karas explains ldquoIn the summer it is

dishes Made FroM the Finest ingredients

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

Zucotto

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201512

Pappardelle Bolognese

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

much easier to purchase our ingredients locally from

the European Market and other suppliers In the

winter things change for us Itrsquos not so easy and we

have to deal with buying from purveyors in the

Chicagoland area with whom wersquove had a great working

relationship smaller boutique vendors that like to

provide us with some artesian wares Wersquore constantly

going to food shows to see whatrsquos new and exciting I

have a lot of allergies so Irsquom very picky on how we

buy We donrsquot buy things that are processed nothing

with additives so itrsquos important for us to buy

exceptional quality ingredients We have a menu that

doesnrsquot change much but we tweak it twice a year and

thatrsquos why we have the chalkboards because we instill

creativity with our culinary staff so they can provide

items that are seasonal and exciting and differentrdquo

ldquoOne thing wersquore very proud of is that we buy our

salmon directly from the fisherman He is a friend of

ours a commercial fisherman in Kodiak Alaska and

so in season that salmon is coming directly from

Kodiak on Alaska Air cargo picked up by my husband

at OrsquoHare so itrsquos phenomenal Everyone who has had

it raves about it We make everything from scratch

including our desserts We are old school and Chef

Alfredo Anguiano has been with us from day one and

he makes desserts twice a week from scratch After

being here 16 years I hope wersquove been able to open

the door for other restaurants to come in We had a

vision and wersquove kept it the same wayrdquo Karas says

13DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad

THE WAITRESS BALANCES PLATES PILED HIGH WITH SUMPTUOUS

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FRESH SALMON WITH HOISIN SAUCE LAKE PERCH BOURSIN

CHICKEN AND RIBEyES CRAFT HOUSE MAy BE NAMED FOR THEIR

BREWS BUT THE MEALS ARE JUST AS SELECT IN THIS FAMILy

FRIENDLy SMOKE-FREE BAR AND RESTAURANT

The Craft House opened in September of 2014 The owners decided that

Chesterton was missing a place to go to eat a good meal and drink a good

beer with great service says Dana Malone owner and manager ldquoCraft House

has 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles The menu has something

for everyone and it is all prepared in houserdquo she says One of those items on

the menu is the popular shrimp and crab which features sauteacuteed shrimp over

a delicious garlic cream sauce and a bed of rice topped with a house made

Maryland style lump crab cake and a crab claw Other selections include a

freshly shaved prime rib topped with sauteacuteed mushrooms caramelized onions

and Swiss cheese on a pretzel bun with horseradish aioli sauce the bacon

ranch melt which is a ranch-rubbed Angus burger topped with bacon Swiss

cheese and sauteacuteed onions between two slices of marble rye and the Sriracha

chicken wrap which is grilled chicken cheddar cheese lettuce tomatoes and

flour tortilla chips tossed in a ranch Sriracha salsa and wrapped in a flour

FaMiLY FriendLY sMoKe-Free Bar and restaUrant

Craft HouseBar and Grill

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201514

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Grilled Fresh Salmon with Hoisin Sauce

Steak and Stout Portabella Asian Wonton Bowls and Beer Flight

tortilla Top it all off with a beignet or a scoop of Valpo

Velvet ice cream

Located in the site of the former Hooligans Malone

is certain to point out that Craft House is a much

different vibe ldquoWe have no dancefloor but we feature

acoustic music on Friday and Saturday There is

something for everybody on our menu and we try to

feature items for vegetarians and have gluten-free

options We have a number of specials too Wednesday

night is our light bite menu which features smaller

appetizer plates so you can get a couple and share

Monday is half-priced drafts and Tuesday is half-

priced bottles of wine Friday and Saturday we have

a different dinner special in addition to the menu

The atmosphere here is family friendly and smoke

free We have a lot of meeting space and you can

watch any sporting event on one of our 27 televisions

Itrsquos just a great place to meet with a group or another

couple watch a game or sit on the outdoor patio in

the summerrdquo Malone says

Craft House can accommodate anywhere from one

person to groups of up to 150 Beer selections include

stouts IPAs pilsners cream ales porters saisons

lagers and ciders from breweries both local and

national such as Bellrsquos Shoreline Lucky Stone Pub

18th Street Greenbush Burn lsquoEm Founders

Lagunitas Three Floyds and Two Brothers The

owners come to visit each table and ask how the meal

is tasting and staff is friendly and attentive Live

music is frequently featured but when not on stage

classic rock from the likes of Aerosmith and Boston

jams throughout the large yet cozy atmosphere There

is also an upstairs level that is available for groups or

events They offer an appetizer buffet dinner buffet

and many other food options The Loft Room has its

own private full-service bar and the view of Chesterton

is unlike any other

15DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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560-4 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN 46304

office on Indian Boundary Road (next to Walgreens) for 28 years

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Craft House features 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201516

ldquoWhen Porter-Starke Services

first started there was a heavy

emphasis on inpatient psychiatric

treatment and although this

crisis service is still very

important to us and individuals

in our community it is now only

one part of our continuum of

carerdquo said Rocco Schiralli

President and CEO of Porter-

Starke Services ldquoSince we opened

40 years ago research has taught us a great deal about

the human brain and the best practices to deliver care

We have also worked hard to integrate treatment of

the mind and body These are just a few examples

of how we continue to evolverdquo Schiralli said

With a mission dedicated to enhancing the quality of

life in our community through prevention treatment

education and research Porter-Starke Services has

transformed lives throughout Northwest Indiana The

not-for-profit organization continues to provide

outpatient mental health and addiction services for

adults children and families Additionally

partnerships extend their circle of care to the

community to include prevention services including

screening for depression anxiety and substance abuse

at local hospitals and clinics The organization also

provides addiction treatment to inmates at the Porter

County Jail and counseling at local school

corporations among many others Porter-Starke

Services developed these programs in response to

unique needs in the community

Mental health services have changed as have our

attitudes toward them ldquoHistorically individuals with

mental health issues werenrsquot treated very well in our

country but society has seen this shift for the better

in the past 40 yearsrdquo said Elliott Miller Director of

Marketing amp Development Schiralli added ldquoIt has

improved but we still have a long way to go That

applies to any population that is stigmatized not just

mental health and addiction but any group that has

been subject to discrimination And this stigma is

something we continually strive to eliminaterdquo

ldquoThe truth is one in four people nationwide experience

this Year porter-starke services ceLebrates their 40th anniversarY over the course of those four DecaDes

MentaL heaLth treatMent has aDvanceD treMenDousLY

Timeline of major milesTones Porter-starke services is a compassionate and dedicated organization committed to the health and well-being of our community a major impetus for change began in 1953 when the mental Health association of Porter County was established which later provided seed money to build the first Porter-Starke services facility in 1967 laPorte-Porter-starke services was formed by 36 volunteers with a budget of $2000 to develop local community partnerships secure funding and ultimately lay the groundwork for what would later become Porter-starke services in 1974 start-up funding was secured state funds were granted to Porter-starke services to provide inpatient hospitalization partial hospitalization outpatient emergency consultation and education services in 1975 Porter-starke services opened with a 14-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital The main office was staffed with just one employee space was leased to provide outpatient services in Knox One year later the Portage office opened in 1990 residential services expanded into Valparaiso and in 1992 the Valparaiso Campus added an outpatient facility To grow and enhance therapeutic services Porter-starke services purchased the building at 601 Wall street services and facilities continued to expand over the years By 2013 Porter-starke services served a record 11000 people

reCenT aWards earned By PorTer-sTarKe serViCes 2014 Best Practice Honors (american Psychological association)

2013 Psychologically Healthy Workplace award (indiana Psychological association)

2011 Outstanding Nonprofit organization award (Porter County Community foundation)

2010 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

2010 Community improvement award (Portage Chamber of Commerce)

2008 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

porter-starke services Celebrating 40 years

of Mental Health in Porter and Starke County

Rocco Schiralli President and CEO

Rendering of 701 Wall Street

Pictured (l-r) Lee Grogg Arthur Malasto Herman Schumacher John Schumacher and Merle Miller view a

model of the 701 Wall Street building at the groundbreaking ceremony held October 10 1974 in Valparaiso Indiana

In the early 1950s Mental Health America issues a call to asylums across the country to remove and

send in their discarded chains and shackles On April 13 1956 at the McShane Bell Foundry in

Baltimore Maryland Mental Health America melts down the bindings recasting them into the Mental

Health Bell Photo courtesy of Mental Health America wwwmentalhealthamericanet

17DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

a mental illness or addiction but sometimes individuals

donrsquot feel they have a reason to care unless they are

personally connected to the issuerdquo said Miller Schiralli

continues ldquoWe would like to see a community that

truly cares for mental health and is aware of its

importance Why should mental illness be any different

than diabetes heart disease or cancerrdquo

In addition to greater acceptance Miller says he hopes

mental health services will continue to evolve in the

future ldquoOur compassionate dedicated staff of 220

employees as well as our volunteers and partners

will continue to serve the community day in and day

out and drive positive changerdquo Schiralli agrees ldquoI

envision Porter-Starke Services as the best place to

work and the best place to receive care Thatrsquos the

expectation we set Wersquove invested a great deal of our

time effort and resources into achieving these goals

with our employees and clients Wersquove been recognized

for some of these accomplishments but we always

challenge ourselves to improve We want to be

innovative ndash to implement best practices and initiatives

in our industry that the typical healthcare center may

not venture into Itrsquos the right thing to do because it

will best serve our community We continue to develop

local partnerships to provide the highest quality

healthcare Each day we work to inspire everyone to

advance health balance and hoperdquo

From left to rightAileen Wehren Vice President of Systems Administration (standing)Dr Anand Popli Medical Director (standing)Sandy Carlson Vice President of Clinical Services (sitting)Rocco Schiralli PresidentCEO (sitting)Mary Idstein Chief Financial Officer (standing)

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201518

Duneland Exchange Club maKing a differenCe in the lives of area youth

tthe DuneLanD exchange cLub is a chapter of the nationaL exchange cLub an organization that works to Make our coMMunities better pLaces to Live

The National Exchange Club is the oldest service

organization in the country with more than 650 local

clubs throughout the US and Puerto Rico including

one right here in Duneland The National Exchange

Club was founded March 27 1911 in Detroit and today

the club has grown to include nearly 20000 members

Through the Programs of Service ndash Americanism

Community Service and youth Programs ndash members

support activities that benefit youth promote pride

in our country and honor military and public service

providers to name a few The prevention of child

abuse is Exchangersquos National Project

Pam Strudas past president of the Duneland Exchange

Club says that this cause of child abuse prevention

is critical to their work as members ldquoOur main focus

as a group is prevention of child abuse Most of our

efforts are fundraisers geared toward helping that

cause We donate to several different groups that

support that cause such as Dunebrook (a not-for-

profit organization in Michigan City and Valparaiso

that provides child prevention services

advocates for children and provides

positive family support and education)

We fund the Body Safety Program that

we have had in the Duneland Schools

for several years now This is an

empowerment program for children to

know their bodies what is not

appropriate for adults to do or touch

and to tell them it is NEVER their fault

and it IS okay to tell an adult they know

and trust It is a positive energetic

educational program for young children to learn the

awkward terms and things that parents and

teachers donrsquot like to talk aboutrdquo Strudas says

Although child abuse prevention is the main area of

focus for the club members are also dedicated to other

service projects as well ldquoThere are many groups we

donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request

money through grants and some we have just always

helped out in any way we can We recognize youth in

our community with the Duneland Exchange Club

youth of the Month This is given to a high school

senior identified through the guidance counselor We

also recognize our Citizen of the Month which is for

4th through 6th graders which are identified through

teacher recommendation We have an Americanism

Project called ldquoProudly We Hailrdquo This recognition is

given to a business or citizen who regularly displays

the American flag correctly We have an essayposter

contest for 7th and 8th graders called ldquoOne Nation

under Godrdquo where students write about what the

Pledge of Allegiance means to them We recognize

winners with a certificate and cash award There is

also a regional and national level that the students

can go on to compete inrdquo

There are a number of ways that the Duneland

Exchange Club raises funds for these important causes

says Strudas ldquoWe have our annual winetasting the

Frog Hunt and others throughout the yearrdquo she says

ldquoOne of our favorite projects for our community is our

talent show which we do in the spring for kindergarten

through 12th grade and anyone is eligible from public

school private school or homeschool as long as they

19DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

are in the Duneland district All of the money raised

goes to the Natural Helpers program who help to

coordinate the show We pack the place every year

and itrsquos held at the high school auditorium We raise

about $10000 on the wine tasting and all of that

money goes into our child abuse prevention funds so

the funds are given to these programs through grants

Only our dues go toward operation costs but the funds

we raise go to these programsrdquo

Supporting Duneland youth and prevention of child

abuse is vital to the work the members of the Duneland

Exchange Club perform ldquoThere is such a problem in

our country with child abuse and neglect and you

always want to do something to help and this is a real

concrete way to help out and make an impact There

is a wonderful satisfaction in being a part of the

community Itrsquos a loving wonderful town and you

really get to see the heart of the people We welcome

new members We meet the first and third Thursday

of each month at 7 am at Round the Clock in

Chesterton and anyone is welcome to come and see

what the club is all aboutrdquo Strudas says

ldquoldquoThere are many groups we donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request money through grants and some we have just

always helped out in any way we can

Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos December Youth of the Month Bethany Van Drie Her parents Jeff and Katherine Van Drie with Duneland Exchange Club member Dr Daniel Keilman

Dawn Ruge enjoys the Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos Wine and Canvas event

PAM STRUDASPasT Pres idenT of THe

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YEARS 19752015 WWWPORTERSTARKEORG

a Vision for Our Community

Health balance and hope for everyoneAnyone in crisis

Anyone seeking care

Anyone wanting more

Our community needs quality mental health and wellness services

Porter-Starke Services was created to fulfill that need in 1975 and we continue to do so 40 years later

See how it all began view a historical timeline of Porter-Starke Services atwwwporterstarkeorg40years

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201522

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25DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

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visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

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from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

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farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

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Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

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neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

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the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

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above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

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60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

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vinaigrette and an ample offering of burgers

including the popular Hot Pants ldquoItrsquos a burger

with our grass fed beef on a brioche bun with

giardiniera which we make in house tabasco

aioli Fair Oaks Farm Habanero Havarti bacon

beer battered onion rings and tomato People

like the onion rings and the spice It was a burger

of the month and was so popular we put in on

the menurdquo Petro says

Octave Grill is a favorite for locals and those

looking to show off to visitors what Duneland

is all about Petro says ldquoWe keep growing every

year Over the summer we won best burger in

Porter County through Indiana Dunes Tourism

I think itrsquos because our burgers and all of our

food is made from scratch Even all of our

desserts are always homemaderdquo Add this to the

ever-changing selection of local and craft beers

like 18th Street Brewery Lake Street Express

Shoreline Brewery Bavarian Bombshell

Greenbush Brewing Co Distorter Southern Tier

2x Presso and Victory Hop Ranch and you may

never want to leave

~ldquoWe wanted a restaurant where we would eat We wanted to offer quality ingredients

and we wanted items that were really unique like the grass fed beefrdquo

ndash Casey Petro~

9DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

KEVIN DOLEROwner

879-8525

154 W Chicago St | Downtown Valparaiso | (219) 464-1636 | ChicagoStreetorg

HENRY amp RAMONAMar 6-14

THE ANGELS OF LEMNOSAPR 10-25

COBBMay 22-June 6

Octave GrillBurger Restaurant

Hot Pants Burger

Octave Grillrsquos cozy interior feels like coming home

Beer selections change daily

yOU HAVE PROBABLy HEARD OF LEROyrsquoS HOT STUFF SINCE OWNER

LEROy FLORES IS SO INVOLVED IN THE COMMUNITy A generous man

with a warm heart Leroy believes in supporting the causes that make the

Duneland community more of a family From helping to establish Porterrsquos

Perfect Pint the annual beer festival held each October in Hawthorne Park

that benefits the Porter Parks Department and the Porter Volunteer Fire

Department to appearances at virtually every event around the county

including the Porter County Fair and giving to causes for individuals and

organizations Leroyrsquos Hot Stuff is more than a restaurantmdashit is an icon in

the community

Flores opened his doors in Porter on Highway 20 in 1990 With delicious

breakfasts such as huevos rancheros steak and eggs or huevos con chorizo

lunches like sopes tamales or burritos and dinners such as steak fajitas

chicken mole or carne asada itrsquos no wonder that Leroyrsquos is always packed

with guests enjoying delicious homemade Mexican food Flores says that he

has both a love for his community and a love for serving the finest quality

food ldquoI had worked in the restaurant business for five years and got tired of

working for other people and wanted to do work of my own I grew up in

Hammond and moved here to Porter to take advantage of the school system

for my family It has been a wonderful place to raise a family and establish

a businessrdquo Flores says

Starting with fresh chips and salsa not too salty and just the right kick of

heat with fresh cilantro any meal is going to make the family happy But

due to smoking laws that went into effect on July 1 2012 Leroyrsquos is no longer

able to allow minors into the restaurant although the full menu including

alcohol (excluding Sundays of course) is available for carryout Make sure

to try the cheese enchiladasmdashwhite corn tortillas filled with melted white

queso with creamy savory beans and tangy rice on the side Fish tacos are

also a specialty either broiled or fried and especially affordable on Taco

Tuesday There are also American food selections like Italian beef burgers

wraps and sandwiches Leroyrsquos also caters for events such as office parties

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201510

Leroyrsquos Hot StuffHome cooked Mexican and American Entrees Leroyrsquos Hot StuffHome cooked Mexican and American Entrees

Homemade Tamales

Bread Bowl with Chili

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Diana Twyman co-owner of Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

with her son Jack Strode says they opened the

restaurant on May 2 2013 and have established

a business known for its steaks salads and special

events ldquoWe do a lot of non-profit work and

fundraisers for groups such as Save the Dunes

Charter School of the Dunes Discovery Charter

School and the Miller Arts and Creative District

Wersquove done collaborative dinners with 3 Floydrsquos

Brewery in Munster and 18th Street Brewery here

in Miller which have been very popular eventsrdquo

she says

ldquoWe have also done a farm to table dinner with

Green Sense Farm in Portage and wersquove done

cocktail dinners that are themed such as Mad

Men where people came in costume and it was a

lot of fun We look to reprise all of these events

because people really love the specialty dinners

We always have specials on our menu every night

and every first Friday we have oysters flown

in for our champagne and oysters specialrdquo

says Twyman

Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

graduations or even a wedding They specialize

in Mexican cuisine but are capable of preparing

just about anything guests would like and beer

and alcohol catering is available as well with

fully licensed and insured staff They also have

a banquet facility live entertainment karaoke

and they are open seven days a week Breakfast

is served from 7 am until noon

Leroy says that bringing his community the food

he and his staff prepare every day is a labor of

love ldquoThe recipes were my momrsquos We make

our soups from scratch every day We also do a

lot of catering and have been doing it for a while

We do a lot of office lunches at the mills and

we do a lot of festivals We prepare food for all

of the Cruisinrsquo events at the Harley-Davidson

shop in Valpo which is a great way to come by

and try us There are always 300 to 400 cars out

there and we set up every Friday from 5 pm to

9 pm from Memorial Day to Labor Day We

have been doing the Porter County Fair for over

10 years now and wersquore down by the grandstand

We stay pretty busy out there because we arenrsquot

using a fryer out theremdashwe specialize in Mexican

food and thatrsquos what we dordquo he says

Tomato Basil Wrap with Grilled Chicken and Bacon

START OFF WITH FRESHLy-BAKED BREAD CRUSTy ON THE OUTSIDE

WARM AND PILLOWy ON THE INSIDE DIPPED IN A SWEET MIxTURE

OF VIRGIN OLIVE OIL AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR PROCURED FROM

THE FINEST PURVEyORS AND AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE NExT

DOOR AT GOOD TO GO Next bite into cavatappi pasta corkscrews that

individually hold a rich parmesan buttery cream sauce surrounded by

generous amounts of Portobello mushrooms lightly caramelized shallots

and plump tender grilled chicken Make sure to save some bread to sop up

the extra sauce This is just one of the tantalizing selections at Lucrezia Cafe

and Nada Karas co-owner with her husband Michael Karas says that they

have been bringing such carefully-selected dishes to Duneland since

November 1998

ldquoWhen we moved here in the lsquo90s there was nowhere to eat At that time

there were only diners and pizza places We were frustrated and my husband

has always wanted to own a restaurant We felt a white linen restaurant

wasnrsquot the way to go We wanted to be a little more casual since itrsquos close to

the beach with superior food excellence service and we wanted it more of

a cafeacute trattoria We wanted people to be able to walk in either dressed to the

nines or in flip flops from the beach and be able to have a wonderful dining

experience Outdoor dining is very important to us as wellrdquo Nada Karas says

Chefs at Lucrezia such as Chef Alfredo Anguiano pride themselves on making

their dishes from the finest ingredients Karas explains ldquoIn the summer it is

dishes Made FroM the Finest ingredients

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

Zucotto

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201512

Pappardelle Bolognese

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

much easier to purchase our ingredients locally from

the European Market and other suppliers In the

winter things change for us Itrsquos not so easy and we

have to deal with buying from purveyors in the

Chicagoland area with whom wersquove had a great working

relationship smaller boutique vendors that like to

provide us with some artesian wares Wersquore constantly

going to food shows to see whatrsquos new and exciting I

have a lot of allergies so Irsquom very picky on how we

buy We donrsquot buy things that are processed nothing

with additives so itrsquos important for us to buy

exceptional quality ingredients We have a menu that

doesnrsquot change much but we tweak it twice a year and

thatrsquos why we have the chalkboards because we instill

creativity with our culinary staff so they can provide

items that are seasonal and exciting and differentrdquo

ldquoOne thing wersquore very proud of is that we buy our

salmon directly from the fisherman He is a friend of

ours a commercial fisherman in Kodiak Alaska and

so in season that salmon is coming directly from

Kodiak on Alaska Air cargo picked up by my husband

at OrsquoHare so itrsquos phenomenal Everyone who has had

it raves about it We make everything from scratch

including our desserts We are old school and Chef

Alfredo Anguiano has been with us from day one and

he makes desserts twice a week from scratch After

being here 16 years I hope wersquove been able to open

the door for other restaurants to come in We had a

vision and wersquove kept it the same wayrdquo Karas says

13DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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CHICKEN AND RIBEyES CRAFT HOUSE MAy BE NAMED FOR THEIR

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FRIENDLy SMOKE-FREE BAR AND RESTAURANT

The Craft House opened in September of 2014 The owners decided that

Chesterton was missing a place to go to eat a good meal and drink a good

beer with great service says Dana Malone owner and manager ldquoCraft House

has 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles The menu has something

for everyone and it is all prepared in houserdquo she says One of those items on

the menu is the popular shrimp and crab which features sauteacuteed shrimp over

a delicious garlic cream sauce and a bed of rice topped with a house made

Maryland style lump crab cake and a crab claw Other selections include a

freshly shaved prime rib topped with sauteacuteed mushrooms caramelized onions

and Swiss cheese on a pretzel bun with horseradish aioli sauce the bacon

ranch melt which is a ranch-rubbed Angus burger topped with bacon Swiss

cheese and sauteacuteed onions between two slices of marble rye and the Sriracha

chicken wrap which is grilled chicken cheddar cheese lettuce tomatoes and

flour tortilla chips tossed in a ranch Sriracha salsa and wrapped in a flour

FaMiLY FriendLY sMoKe-Free Bar and restaUrant

Craft HouseBar and Grill

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201514

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Grilled Fresh Salmon with Hoisin Sauce

Steak and Stout Portabella Asian Wonton Bowls and Beer Flight

tortilla Top it all off with a beignet or a scoop of Valpo

Velvet ice cream

Located in the site of the former Hooligans Malone

is certain to point out that Craft House is a much

different vibe ldquoWe have no dancefloor but we feature

acoustic music on Friday and Saturday There is

something for everybody on our menu and we try to

feature items for vegetarians and have gluten-free

options We have a number of specials too Wednesday

night is our light bite menu which features smaller

appetizer plates so you can get a couple and share

Monday is half-priced drafts and Tuesday is half-

priced bottles of wine Friday and Saturday we have

a different dinner special in addition to the menu

The atmosphere here is family friendly and smoke

free We have a lot of meeting space and you can

watch any sporting event on one of our 27 televisions

Itrsquos just a great place to meet with a group or another

couple watch a game or sit on the outdoor patio in

the summerrdquo Malone says

Craft House can accommodate anywhere from one

person to groups of up to 150 Beer selections include

stouts IPAs pilsners cream ales porters saisons

lagers and ciders from breweries both local and

national such as Bellrsquos Shoreline Lucky Stone Pub

18th Street Greenbush Burn lsquoEm Founders

Lagunitas Three Floyds and Two Brothers The

owners come to visit each table and ask how the meal

is tasting and staff is friendly and attentive Live

music is frequently featured but when not on stage

classic rock from the likes of Aerosmith and Boston

jams throughout the large yet cozy atmosphere There

is also an upstairs level that is available for groups or

events They offer an appetizer buffet dinner buffet

and many other food options The Loft Room has its

own private full-service bar and the view of Chesterton

is unlike any other

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DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201516

ldquoWhen Porter-Starke Services

first started there was a heavy

emphasis on inpatient psychiatric

treatment and although this

crisis service is still very

important to us and individuals

in our community it is now only

one part of our continuum of

carerdquo said Rocco Schiralli

President and CEO of Porter-

Starke Services ldquoSince we opened

40 years ago research has taught us a great deal about

the human brain and the best practices to deliver care

We have also worked hard to integrate treatment of

the mind and body These are just a few examples

of how we continue to evolverdquo Schiralli said

With a mission dedicated to enhancing the quality of

life in our community through prevention treatment

education and research Porter-Starke Services has

transformed lives throughout Northwest Indiana The

not-for-profit organization continues to provide

outpatient mental health and addiction services for

adults children and families Additionally

partnerships extend their circle of care to the

community to include prevention services including

screening for depression anxiety and substance abuse

at local hospitals and clinics The organization also

provides addiction treatment to inmates at the Porter

County Jail and counseling at local school

corporations among many others Porter-Starke

Services developed these programs in response to

unique needs in the community

Mental health services have changed as have our

attitudes toward them ldquoHistorically individuals with

mental health issues werenrsquot treated very well in our

country but society has seen this shift for the better

in the past 40 yearsrdquo said Elliott Miller Director of

Marketing amp Development Schiralli added ldquoIt has

improved but we still have a long way to go That

applies to any population that is stigmatized not just

mental health and addiction but any group that has

been subject to discrimination And this stigma is

something we continually strive to eliminaterdquo

ldquoThe truth is one in four people nationwide experience

this Year porter-starke services ceLebrates their 40th anniversarY over the course of those four DecaDes

MentaL heaLth treatMent has aDvanceD treMenDousLY

Timeline of major milesTones Porter-starke services is a compassionate and dedicated organization committed to the health and well-being of our community a major impetus for change began in 1953 when the mental Health association of Porter County was established which later provided seed money to build the first Porter-Starke services facility in 1967 laPorte-Porter-starke services was formed by 36 volunteers with a budget of $2000 to develop local community partnerships secure funding and ultimately lay the groundwork for what would later become Porter-starke services in 1974 start-up funding was secured state funds were granted to Porter-starke services to provide inpatient hospitalization partial hospitalization outpatient emergency consultation and education services in 1975 Porter-starke services opened with a 14-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital The main office was staffed with just one employee space was leased to provide outpatient services in Knox One year later the Portage office opened in 1990 residential services expanded into Valparaiso and in 1992 the Valparaiso Campus added an outpatient facility To grow and enhance therapeutic services Porter-starke services purchased the building at 601 Wall street services and facilities continued to expand over the years By 2013 Porter-starke services served a record 11000 people

reCenT aWards earned By PorTer-sTarKe serViCes 2014 Best Practice Honors (american Psychological association)

2013 Psychologically Healthy Workplace award (indiana Psychological association)

2011 Outstanding Nonprofit organization award (Porter County Community foundation)

2010 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

2010 Community improvement award (Portage Chamber of Commerce)

2008 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

porter-starke services Celebrating 40 years

of Mental Health in Porter and Starke County

Rocco Schiralli President and CEO

Rendering of 701 Wall Street

Pictured (l-r) Lee Grogg Arthur Malasto Herman Schumacher John Schumacher and Merle Miller view a

model of the 701 Wall Street building at the groundbreaking ceremony held October 10 1974 in Valparaiso Indiana

In the early 1950s Mental Health America issues a call to asylums across the country to remove and

send in their discarded chains and shackles On April 13 1956 at the McShane Bell Foundry in

Baltimore Maryland Mental Health America melts down the bindings recasting them into the Mental

Health Bell Photo courtesy of Mental Health America wwwmentalhealthamericanet

17DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

a mental illness or addiction but sometimes individuals

donrsquot feel they have a reason to care unless they are

personally connected to the issuerdquo said Miller Schiralli

continues ldquoWe would like to see a community that

truly cares for mental health and is aware of its

importance Why should mental illness be any different

than diabetes heart disease or cancerrdquo

In addition to greater acceptance Miller says he hopes

mental health services will continue to evolve in the

future ldquoOur compassionate dedicated staff of 220

employees as well as our volunteers and partners

will continue to serve the community day in and day

out and drive positive changerdquo Schiralli agrees ldquoI

envision Porter-Starke Services as the best place to

work and the best place to receive care Thatrsquos the

expectation we set Wersquove invested a great deal of our

time effort and resources into achieving these goals

with our employees and clients Wersquove been recognized

for some of these accomplishments but we always

challenge ourselves to improve We want to be

innovative ndash to implement best practices and initiatives

in our industry that the typical healthcare center may

not venture into Itrsquos the right thing to do because it

will best serve our community We continue to develop

local partnerships to provide the highest quality

healthcare Each day we work to inspire everyone to

advance health balance and hoperdquo

From left to rightAileen Wehren Vice President of Systems Administration (standing)Dr Anand Popli Medical Director (standing)Sandy Carlson Vice President of Clinical Services (sitting)Rocco Schiralli PresidentCEO (sitting)Mary Idstein Chief Financial Officer (standing)

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201518

Duneland Exchange Club maKing a differenCe in the lives of area youth

tthe DuneLanD exchange cLub is a chapter of the nationaL exchange cLub an organization that works to Make our coMMunities better pLaces to Live

The National Exchange Club is the oldest service

organization in the country with more than 650 local

clubs throughout the US and Puerto Rico including

one right here in Duneland The National Exchange

Club was founded March 27 1911 in Detroit and today

the club has grown to include nearly 20000 members

Through the Programs of Service ndash Americanism

Community Service and youth Programs ndash members

support activities that benefit youth promote pride

in our country and honor military and public service

providers to name a few The prevention of child

abuse is Exchangersquos National Project

Pam Strudas past president of the Duneland Exchange

Club says that this cause of child abuse prevention

is critical to their work as members ldquoOur main focus

as a group is prevention of child abuse Most of our

efforts are fundraisers geared toward helping that

cause We donate to several different groups that

support that cause such as Dunebrook (a not-for-

profit organization in Michigan City and Valparaiso

that provides child prevention services

advocates for children and provides

positive family support and education)

We fund the Body Safety Program that

we have had in the Duneland Schools

for several years now This is an

empowerment program for children to

know their bodies what is not

appropriate for adults to do or touch

and to tell them it is NEVER their fault

and it IS okay to tell an adult they know

and trust It is a positive energetic

educational program for young children to learn the

awkward terms and things that parents and

teachers donrsquot like to talk aboutrdquo Strudas says

Although child abuse prevention is the main area of

focus for the club members are also dedicated to other

service projects as well ldquoThere are many groups we

donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request

money through grants and some we have just always

helped out in any way we can We recognize youth in

our community with the Duneland Exchange Club

youth of the Month This is given to a high school

senior identified through the guidance counselor We

also recognize our Citizen of the Month which is for

4th through 6th graders which are identified through

teacher recommendation We have an Americanism

Project called ldquoProudly We Hailrdquo This recognition is

given to a business or citizen who regularly displays

the American flag correctly We have an essayposter

contest for 7th and 8th graders called ldquoOne Nation

under Godrdquo where students write about what the

Pledge of Allegiance means to them We recognize

winners with a certificate and cash award There is

also a regional and national level that the students

can go on to compete inrdquo

There are a number of ways that the Duneland

Exchange Club raises funds for these important causes

says Strudas ldquoWe have our annual winetasting the

Frog Hunt and others throughout the yearrdquo she says

ldquoOne of our favorite projects for our community is our

talent show which we do in the spring for kindergarten

through 12th grade and anyone is eligible from public

school private school or homeschool as long as they

19DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

are in the Duneland district All of the money raised

goes to the Natural Helpers program who help to

coordinate the show We pack the place every year

and itrsquos held at the high school auditorium We raise

about $10000 on the wine tasting and all of that

money goes into our child abuse prevention funds so

the funds are given to these programs through grants

Only our dues go toward operation costs but the funds

we raise go to these programsrdquo

Supporting Duneland youth and prevention of child

abuse is vital to the work the members of the Duneland

Exchange Club perform ldquoThere is such a problem in

our country with child abuse and neglect and you

always want to do something to help and this is a real

concrete way to help out and make an impact There

is a wonderful satisfaction in being a part of the

community Itrsquos a loving wonderful town and you

really get to see the heart of the people We welcome

new members We meet the first and third Thursday

of each month at 7 am at Round the Clock in

Chesterton and anyone is welcome to come and see

what the club is all aboutrdquo Strudas says

ldquoldquoThere are many groups we donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request money through grants and some we have just

always helped out in any way we can

Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos December Youth of the Month Bethany Van Drie Her parents Jeff and Katherine Van Drie with Duneland Exchange Club member Dr Daniel Keilman

Dawn Ruge enjoys the Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos Wine and Canvas event

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Health balance and hope for everyoneAnyone in crisis

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from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

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farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201532

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

31

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yOU HAVE PROBABLy HEARD OF LEROyrsquoS HOT STUFF SINCE OWNER

LEROy FLORES IS SO INVOLVED IN THE COMMUNITy A generous man

with a warm heart Leroy believes in supporting the causes that make the

Duneland community more of a family From helping to establish Porterrsquos

Perfect Pint the annual beer festival held each October in Hawthorne Park

that benefits the Porter Parks Department and the Porter Volunteer Fire

Department to appearances at virtually every event around the county

including the Porter County Fair and giving to causes for individuals and

organizations Leroyrsquos Hot Stuff is more than a restaurantmdashit is an icon in

the community

Flores opened his doors in Porter on Highway 20 in 1990 With delicious

breakfasts such as huevos rancheros steak and eggs or huevos con chorizo

lunches like sopes tamales or burritos and dinners such as steak fajitas

chicken mole or carne asada itrsquos no wonder that Leroyrsquos is always packed

with guests enjoying delicious homemade Mexican food Flores says that he

has both a love for his community and a love for serving the finest quality

food ldquoI had worked in the restaurant business for five years and got tired of

working for other people and wanted to do work of my own I grew up in

Hammond and moved here to Porter to take advantage of the school system

for my family It has been a wonderful place to raise a family and establish

a businessrdquo Flores says

Starting with fresh chips and salsa not too salty and just the right kick of

heat with fresh cilantro any meal is going to make the family happy But

due to smoking laws that went into effect on July 1 2012 Leroyrsquos is no longer

able to allow minors into the restaurant although the full menu including

alcohol (excluding Sundays of course) is available for carryout Make sure

to try the cheese enchiladasmdashwhite corn tortillas filled with melted white

queso with creamy savory beans and tangy rice on the side Fish tacos are

also a specialty either broiled or fried and especially affordable on Taco

Tuesday There are also American food selections like Italian beef burgers

wraps and sandwiches Leroyrsquos also caters for events such as office parties

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201510

Leroyrsquos Hot StuffHome cooked Mexican and American Entrees Leroyrsquos Hot StuffHome cooked Mexican and American Entrees

Homemade Tamales

Bread Bowl with Chili

11DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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Diana Twyman co-owner of Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

with her son Jack Strode says they opened the

restaurant on May 2 2013 and have established

a business known for its steaks salads and special

events ldquoWe do a lot of non-profit work and

fundraisers for groups such as Save the Dunes

Charter School of the Dunes Discovery Charter

School and the Miller Arts and Creative District

Wersquove done collaborative dinners with 3 Floydrsquos

Brewery in Munster and 18th Street Brewery here

in Miller which have been very popular eventsrdquo

she says

ldquoWe have also done a farm to table dinner with

Green Sense Farm in Portage and wersquove done

cocktail dinners that are themed such as Mad

Men where people came in costume and it was a

lot of fun We look to reprise all of these events

because people really love the specialty dinners

We always have specials on our menu every night

and every first Friday we have oysters flown

in for our champagne and oysters specialrdquo

says Twyman

Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

graduations or even a wedding They specialize

in Mexican cuisine but are capable of preparing

just about anything guests would like and beer

and alcohol catering is available as well with

fully licensed and insured staff They also have

a banquet facility live entertainment karaoke

and they are open seven days a week Breakfast

is served from 7 am until noon

Leroy says that bringing his community the food

he and his staff prepare every day is a labor of

love ldquoThe recipes were my momrsquos We make

our soups from scratch every day We also do a

lot of catering and have been doing it for a while

We do a lot of office lunches at the mills and

we do a lot of festivals We prepare food for all

of the Cruisinrsquo events at the Harley-Davidson

shop in Valpo which is a great way to come by

and try us There are always 300 to 400 cars out

there and we set up every Friday from 5 pm to

9 pm from Memorial Day to Labor Day We

have been doing the Porter County Fair for over

10 years now and wersquore down by the grandstand

We stay pretty busy out there because we arenrsquot

using a fryer out theremdashwe specialize in Mexican

food and thatrsquos what we dordquo he says

Tomato Basil Wrap with Grilled Chicken and Bacon

START OFF WITH FRESHLy-BAKED BREAD CRUSTy ON THE OUTSIDE

WARM AND PILLOWy ON THE INSIDE DIPPED IN A SWEET MIxTURE

OF VIRGIN OLIVE OIL AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR PROCURED FROM

THE FINEST PURVEyORS AND AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE NExT

DOOR AT GOOD TO GO Next bite into cavatappi pasta corkscrews that

individually hold a rich parmesan buttery cream sauce surrounded by

generous amounts of Portobello mushrooms lightly caramelized shallots

and plump tender grilled chicken Make sure to save some bread to sop up

the extra sauce This is just one of the tantalizing selections at Lucrezia Cafe

and Nada Karas co-owner with her husband Michael Karas says that they

have been bringing such carefully-selected dishes to Duneland since

November 1998

ldquoWhen we moved here in the lsquo90s there was nowhere to eat At that time

there were only diners and pizza places We were frustrated and my husband

has always wanted to own a restaurant We felt a white linen restaurant

wasnrsquot the way to go We wanted to be a little more casual since itrsquos close to

the beach with superior food excellence service and we wanted it more of

a cafeacute trattoria We wanted people to be able to walk in either dressed to the

nines or in flip flops from the beach and be able to have a wonderful dining

experience Outdoor dining is very important to us as wellrdquo Nada Karas says

Chefs at Lucrezia such as Chef Alfredo Anguiano pride themselves on making

their dishes from the finest ingredients Karas explains ldquoIn the summer it is

dishes Made FroM the Finest ingredients

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

Zucotto

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201512

Pappardelle Bolognese

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

much easier to purchase our ingredients locally from

the European Market and other suppliers In the

winter things change for us Itrsquos not so easy and we

have to deal with buying from purveyors in the

Chicagoland area with whom wersquove had a great working

relationship smaller boutique vendors that like to

provide us with some artesian wares Wersquore constantly

going to food shows to see whatrsquos new and exciting I

have a lot of allergies so Irsquom very picky on how we

buy We donrsquot buy things that are processed nothing

with additives so itrsquos important for us to buy

exceptional quality ingredients We have a menu that

doesnrsquot change much but we tweak it twice a year and

thatrsquos why we have the chalkboards because we instill

creativity with our culinary staff so they can provide

items that are seasonal and exciting and differentrdquo

ldquoOne thing wersquore very proud of is that we buy our

salmon directly from the fisherman He is a friend of

ours a commercial fisherman in Kodiak Alaska and

so in season that salmon is coming directly from

Kodiak on Alaska Air cargo picked up by my husband

at OrsquoHare so itrsquos phenomenal Everyone who has had

it raves about it We make everything from scratch

including our desserts We are old school and Chef

Alfredo Anguiano has been with us from day one and

he makes desserts twice a week from scratch After

being here 16 years I hope wersquove been able to open

the door for other restaurants to come in We had a

vision and wersquove kept it the same wayrdquo Karas says

13DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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THE WAITRESS BALANCES PLATES PILED HIGH WITH SUMPTUOUS

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FRESH SALMON WITH HOISIN SAUCE LAKE PERCH BOURSIN

CHICKEN AND RIBEyES CRAFT HOUSE MAy BE NAMED FOR THEIR

BREWS BUT THE MEALS ARE JUST AS SELECT IN THIS FAMILy

FRIENDLy SMOKE-FREE BAR AND RESTAURANT

The Craft House opened in September of 2014 The owners decided that

Chesterton was missing a place to go to eat a good meal and drink a good

beer with great service says Dana Malone owner and manager ldquoCraft House

has 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles The menu has something

for everyone and it is all prepared in houserdquo she says One of those items on

the menu is the popular shrimp and crab which features sauteacuteed shrimp over

a delicious garlic cream sauce and a bed of rice topped with a house made

Maryland style lump crab cake and a crab claw Other selections include a

freshly shaved prime rib topped with sauteacuteed mushrooms caramelized onions

and Swiss cheese on a pretzel bun with horseradish aioli sauce the bacon

ranch melt which is a ranch-rubbed Angus burger topped with bacon Swiss

cheese and sauteacuteed onions between two slices of marble rye and the Sriracha

chicken wrap which is grilled chicken cheddar cheese lettuce tomatoes and

flour tortilla chips tossed in a ranch Sriracha salsa and wrapped in a flour

FaMiLY FriendLY sMoKe-Free Bar and restaUrant

Craft HouseBar and Grill

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201514

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Grilled Fresh Salmon with Hoisin Sauce

Steak and Stout Portabella Asian Wonton Bowls and Beer Flight

tortilla Top it all off with a beignet or a scoop of Valpo

Velvet ice cream

Located in the site of the former Hooligans Malone

is certain to point out that Craft House is a much

different vibe ldquoWe have no dancefloor but we feature

acoustic music on Friday and Saturday There is

something for everybody on our menu and we try to

feature items for vegetarians and have gluten-free

options We have a number of specials too Wednesday

night is our light bite menu which features smaller

appetizer plates so you can get a couple and share

Monday is half-priced drafts and Tuesday is half-

priced bottles of wine Friday and Saturday we have

a different dinner special in addition to the menu

The atmosphere here is family friendly and smoke

free We have a lot of meeting space and you can

watch any sporting event on one of our 27 televisions

Itrsquos just a great place to meet with a group or another

couple watch a game or sit on the outdoor patio in

the summerrdquo Malone says

Craft House can accommodate anywhere from one

person to groups of up to 150 Beer selections include

stouts IPAs pilsners cream ales porters saisons

lagers and ciders from breweries both local and

national such as Bellrsquos Shoreline Lucky Stone Pub

18th Street Greenbush Burn lsquoEm Founders

Lagunitas Three Floyds and Two Brothers The

owners come to visit each table and ask how the meal

is tasting and staff is friendly and attentive Live

music is frequently featured but when not on stage

classic rock from the likes of Aerosmith and Boston

jams throughout the large yet cozy atmosphere There

is also an upstairs level that is available for groups or

events They offer an appetizer buffet dinner buffet

and many other food options The Loft Room has its

own private full-service bar and the view of Chesterton

is unlike any other

15DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201516

ldquoWhen Porter-Starke Services

first started there was a heavy

emphasis on inpatient psychiatric

treatment and although this

crisis service is still very

important to us and individuals

in our community it is now only

one part of our continuum of

carerdquo said Rocco Schiralli

President and CEO of Porter-

Starke Services ldquoSince we opened

40 years ago research has taught us a great deal about

the human brain and the best practices to deliver care

We have also worked hard to integrate treatment of

the mind and body These are just a few examples

of how we continue to evolverdquo Schiralli said

With a mission dedicated to enhancing the quality of

life in our community through prevention treatment

education and research Porter-Starke Services has

transformed lives throughout Northwest Indiana The

not-for-profit organization continues to provide

outpatient mental health and addiction services for

adults children and families Additionally

partnerships extend their circle of care to the

community to include prevention services including

screening for depression anxiety and substance abuse

at local hospitals and clinics The organization also

provides addiction treatment to inmates at the Porter

County Jail and counseling at local school

corporations among many others Porter-Starke

Services developed these programs in response to

unique needs in the community

Mental health services have changed as have our

attitudes toward them ldquoHistorically individuals with

mental health issues werenrsquot treated very well in our

country but society has seen this shift for the better

in the past 40 yearsrdquo said Elliott Miller Director of

Marketing amp Development Schiralli added ldquoIt has

improved but we still have a long way to go That

applies to any population that is stigmatized not just

mental health and addiction but any group that has

been subject to discrimination And this stigma is

something we continually strive to eliminaterdquo

ldquoThe truth is one in four people nationwide experience

this Year porter-starke services ceLebrates their 40th anniversarY over the course of those four DecaDes

MentaL heaLth treatMent has aDvanceD treMenDousLY

Timeline of major milesTones Porter-starke services is a compassionate and dedicated organization committed to the health and well-being of our community a major impetus for change began in 1953 when the mental Health association of Porter County was established which later provided seed money to build the first Porter-Starke services facility in 1967 laPorte-Porter-starke services was formed by 36 volunteers with a budget of $2000 to develop local community partnerships secure funding and ultimately lay the groundwork for what would later become Porter-starke services in 1974 start-up funding was secured state funds were granted to Porter-starke services to provide inpatient hospitalization partial hospitalization outpatient emergency consultation and education services in 1975 Porter-starke services opened with a 14-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital The main office was staffed with just one employee space was leased to provide outpatient services in Knox One year later the Portage office opened in 1990 residential services expanded into Valparaiso and in 1992 the Valparaiso Campus added an outpatient facility To grow and enhance therapeutic services Porter-starke services purchased the building at 601 Wall street services and facilities continued to expand over the years By 2013 Porter-starke services served a record 11000 people

reCenT aWards earned By PorTer-sTarKe serViCes 2014 Best Practice Honors (american Psychological association)

2013 Psychologically Healthy Workplace award (indiana Psychological association)

2011 Outstanding Nonprofit organization award (Porter County Community foundation)

2010 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

2010 Community improvement award (Portage Chamber of Commerce)

2008 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

porter-starke services Celebrating 40 years

of Mental Health in Porter and Starke County

Rocco Schiralli President and CEO

Rendering of 701 Wall Street

Pictured (l-r) Lee Grogg Arthur Malasto Herman Schumacher John Schumacher and Merle Miller view a

model of the 701 Wall Street building at the groundbreaking ceremony held October 10 1974 in Valparaiso Indiana

In the early 1950s Mental Health America issues a call to asylums across the country to remove and

send in their discarded chains and shackles On April 13 1956 at the McShane Bell Foundry in

Baltimore Maryland Mental Health America melts down the bindings recasting them into the Mental

Health Bell Photo courtesy of Mental Health America wwwmentalhealthamericanet

17DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

a mental illness or addiction but sometimes individuals

donrsquot feel they have a reason to care unless they are

personally connected to the issuerdquo said Miller Schiralli

continues ldquoWe would like to see a community that

truly cares for mental health and is aware of its

importance Why should mental illness be any different

than diabetes heart disease or cancerrdquo

In addition to greater acceptance Miller says he hopes

mental health services will continue to evolve in the

future ldquoOur compassionate dedicated staff of 220

employees as well as our volunteers and partners

will continue to serve the community day in and day

out and drive positive changerdquo Schiralli agrees ldquoI

envision Porter-Starke Services as the best place to

work and the best place to receive care Thatrsquos the

expectation we set Wersquove invested a great deal of our

time effort and resources into achieving these goals

with our employees and clients Wersquove been recognized

for some of these accomplishments but we always

challenge ourselves to improve We want to be

innovative ndash to implement best practices and initiatives

in our industry that the typical healthcare center may

not venture into Itrsquos the right thing to do because it

will best serve our community We continue to develop

local partnerships to provide the highest quality

healthcare Each day we work to inspire everyone to

advance health balance and hoperdquo

From left to rightAileen Wehren Vice President of Systems Administration (standing)Dr Anand Popli Medical Director (standing)Sandy Carlson Vice President of Clinical Services (sitting)Rocco Schiralli PresidentCEO (sitting)Mary Idstein Chief Financial Officer (standing)

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201518

Duneland Exchange Club maKing a differenCe in the lives of area youth

tthe DuneLanD exchange cLub is a chapter of the nationaL exchange cLub an organization that works to Make our coMMunities better pLaces to Live

The National Exchange Club is the oldest service

organization in the country with more than 650 local

clubs throughout the US and Puerto Rico including

one right here in Duneland The National Exchange

Club was founded March 27 1911 in Detroit and today

the club has grown to include nearly 20000 members

Through the Programs of Service ndash Americanism

Community Service and youth Programs ndash members

support activities that benefit youth promote pride

in our country and honor military and public service

providers to name a few The prevention of child

abuse is Exchangersquos National Project

Pam Strudas past president of the Duneland Exchange

Club says that this cause of child abuse prevention

is critical to their work as members ldquoOur main focus

as a group is prevention of child abuse Most of our

efforts are fundraisers geared toward helping that

cause We donate to several different groups that

support that cause such as Dunebrook (a not-for-

profit organization in Michigan City and Valparaiso

that provides child prevention services

advocates for children and provides

positive family support and education)

We fund the Body Safety Program that

we have had in the Duneland Schools

for several years now This is an

empowerment program for children to

know their bodies what is not

appropriate for adults to do or touch

and to tell them it is NEVER their fault

and it IS okay to tell an adult they know

and trust It is a positive energetic

educational program for young children to learn the

awkward terms and things that parents and

teachers donrsquot like to talk aboutrdquo Strudas says

Although child abuse prevention is the main area of

focus for the club members are also dedicated to other

service projects as well ldquoThere are many groups we

donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request

money through grants and some we have just always

helped out in any way we can We recognize youth in

our community with the Duneland Exchange Club

youth of the Month This is given to a high school

senior identified through the guidance counselor We

also recognize our Citizen of the Month which is for

4th through 6th graders which are identified through

teacher recommendation We have an Americanism

Project called ldquoProudly We Hailrdquo This recognition is

given to a business or citizen who regularly displays

the American flag correctly We have an essayposter

contest for 7th and 8th graders called ldquoOne Nation

under Godrdquo where students write about what the

Pledge of Allegiance means to them We recognize

winners with a certificate and cash award There is

also a regional and national level that the students

can go on to compete inrdquo

There are a number of ways that the Duneland

Exchange Club raises funds for these important causes

says Strudas ldquoWe have our annual winetasting the

Frog Hunt and others throughout the yearrdquo she says

ldquoOne of our favorite projects for our community is our

talent show which we do in the spring for kindergarten

through 12th grade and anyone is eligible from public

school private school or homeschool as long as they

19DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

are in the Duneland district All of the money raised

goes to the Natural Helpers program who help to

coordinate the show We pack the place every year

and itrsquos held at the high school auditorium We raise

about $10000 on the wine tasting and all of that

money goes into our child abuse prevention funds so

the funds are given to these programs through grants

Only our dues go toward operation costs but the funds

we raise go to these programsrdquo

Supporting Duneland youth and prevention of child

abuse is vital to the work the members of the Duneland

Exchange Club perform ldquoThere is such a problem in

our country with child abuse and neglect and you

always want to do something to help and this is a real

concrete way to help out and make an impact There

is a wonderful satisfaction in being a part of the

community Itrsquos a loving wonderful town and you

really get to see the heart of the people We welcome

new members We meet the first and third Thursday

of each month at 7 am at Round the Clock in

Chesterton and anyone is welcome to come and see

what the club is all aboutrdquo Strudas says

ldquoldquoThere are many groups we donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request money through grants and some we have just

always helped out in any way we can

Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos December Youth of the Month Bethany Van Drie Her parents Jeff and Katherine Van Drie with Duneland Exchange Club member Dr Daniel Keilman

Dawn Ruge enjoys the Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos Wine and Canvas event

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EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

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Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

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the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

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whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

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above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

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19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

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Diana Twyman co-owner of Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

with her son Jack Strode says they opened the

restaurant on May 2 2013 and have established

a business known for its steaks salads and special

events ldquoWe do a lot of non-profit work and

fundraisers for groups such as Save the Dunes

Charter School of the Dunes Discovery Charter

School and the Miller Arts and Creative District

Wersquove done collaborative dinners with 3 Floydrsquos

Brewery in Munster and 18th Street Brewery here

in Miller which have been very popular eventsrdquo

she says

ldquoWe have also done a farm to table dinner with

Green Sense Farm in Portage and wersquove done

cocktail dinners that are themed such as Mad

Men where people came in costume and it was a

lot of fun We look to reprise all of these events

because people really love the specialty dinners

We always have specials on our menu every night

and every first Friday we have oysters flown

in for our champagne and oysters specialrdquo

says Twyman

Miller Bakery amp Cafeacute

graduations or even a wedding They specialize

in Mexican cuisine but are capable of preparing

just about anything guests would like and beer

and alcohol catering is available as well with

fully licensed and insured staff They also have

a banquet facility live entertainment karaoke

and they are open seven days a week Breakfast

is served from 7 am until noon

Leroy says that bringing his community the food

he and his staff prepare every day is a labor of

love ldquoThe recipes were my momrsquos We make

our soups from scratch every day We also do a

lot of catering and have been doing it for a while

We do a lot of office lunches at the mills and

we do a lot of festivals We prepare food for all

of the Cruisinrsquo events at the Harley-Davidson

shop in Valpo which is a great way to come by

and try us There are always 300 to 400 cars out

there and we set up every Friday from 5 pm to

9 pm from Memorial Day to Labor Day We

have been doing the Porter County Fair for over

10 years now and wersquore down by the grandstand

We stay pretty busy out there because we arenrsquot

using a fryer out theremdashwe specialize in Mexican

food and thatrsquos what we dordquo he says

Tomato Basil Wrap with Grilled Chicken and Bacon

START OFF WITH FRESHLy-BAKED BREAD CRUSTy ON THE OUTSIDE

WARM AND PILLOWy ON THE INSIDE DIPPED IN A SWEET MIxTURE

OF VIRGIN OLIVE OIL AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR PROCURED FROM

THE FINEST PURVEyORS AND AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE NExT

DOOR AT GOOD TO GO Next bite into cavatappi pasta corkscrews that

individually hold a rich parmesan buttery cream sauce surrounded by

generous amounts of Portobello mushrooms lightly caramelized shallots

and plump tender grilled chicken Make sure to save some bread to sop up

the extra sauce This is just one of the tantalizing selections at Lucrezia Cafe

and Nada Karas co-owner with her husband Michael Karas says that they

have been bringing such carefully-selected dishes to Duneland since

November 1998

ldquoWhen we moved here in the lsquo90s there was nowhere to eat At that time

there were only diners and pizza places We were frustrated and my husband

has always wanted to own a restaurant We felt a white linen restaurant

wasnrsquot the way to go We wanted to be a little more casual since itrsquos close to

the beach with superior food excellence service and we wanted it more of

a cafeacute trattoria We wanted people to be able to walk in either dressed to the

nines or in flip flops from the beach and be able to have a wonderful dining

experience Outdoor dining is very important to us as wellrdquo Nada Karas says

Chefs at Lucrezia such as Chef Alfredo Anguiano pride themselves on making

their dishes from the finest ingredients Karas explains ldquoIn the summer it is

dishes Made FroM the Finest ingredients

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

Zucotto

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201512

Pappardelle Bolognese

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

much easier to purchase our ingredients locally from

the European Market and other suppliers In the

winter things change for us Itrsquos not so easy and we

have to deal with buying from purveyors in the

Chicagoland area with whom wersquove had a great working

relationship smaller boutique vendors that like to

provide us with some artesian wares Wersquore constantly

going to food shows to see whatrsquos new and exciting I

have a lot of allergies so Irsquom very picky on how we

buy We donrsquot buy things that are processed nothing

with additives so itrsquos important for us to buy

exceptional quality ingredients We have a menu that

doesnrsquot change much but we tweak it twice a year and

thatrsquos why we have the chalkboards because we instill

creativity with our culinary staff so they can provide

items that are seasonal and exciting and differentrdquo

ldquoOne thing wersquore very proud of is that we buy our

salmon directly from the fisherman He is a friend of

ours a commercial fisherman in Kodiak Alaska and

so in season that salmon is coming directly from

Kodiak on Alaska Air cargo picked up by my husband

at OrsquoHare so itrsquos phenomenal Everyone who has had

it raves about it We make everything from scratch

including our desserts We are old school and Chef

Alfredo Anguiano has been with us from day one and

he makes desserts twice a week from scratch After

being here 16 years I hope wersquove been able to open

the door for other restaurants to come in We had a

vision and wersquove kept it the same wayrdquo Karas says

13DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad

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FRESH SALMON WITH HOISIN SAUCE LAKE PERCH BOURSIN

CHICKEN AND RIBEyES CRAFT HOUSE MAy BE NAMED FOR THEIR

BREWS BUT THE MEALS ARE JUST AS SELECT IN THIS FAMILy

FRIENDLy SMOKE-FREE BAR AND RESTAURANT

The Craft House opened in September of 2014 The owners decided that

Chesterton was missing a place to go to eat a good meal and drink a good

beer with great service says Dana Malone owner and manager ldquoCraft House

has 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles The menu has something

for everyone and it is all prepared in houserdquo she says One of those items on

the menu is the popular shrimp and crab which features sauteacuteed shrimp over

a delicious garlic cream sauce and a bed of rice topped with a house made

Maryland style lump crab cake and a crab claw Other selections include a

freshly shaved prime rib topped with sauteacuteed mushrooms caramelized onions

and Swiss cheese on a pretzel bun with horseradish aioli sauce the bacon

ranch melt which is a ranch-rubbed Angus burger topped with bacon Swiss

cheese and sauteacuteed onions between two slices of marble rye and the Sriracha

chicken wrap which is grilled chicken cheddar cheese lettuce tomatoes and

flour tortilla chips tossed in a ranch Sriracha salsa and wrapped in a flour

FaMiLY FriendLY sMoKe-Free Bar and restaUrant

Craft HouseBar and Grill

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201514

Call for

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219-921-2200 bull wwwAddisonPointeHRCcom780 Dickinson Road bull Chesterton IN 46304

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Grilled Fresh Salmon with Hoisin Sauce

Steak and Stout Portabella Asian Wonton Bowls and Beer Flight

tortilla Top it all off with a beignet or a scoop of Valpo

Velvet ice cream

Located in the site of the former Hooligans Malone

is certain to point out that Craft House is a much

different vibe ldquoWe have no dancefloor but we feature

acoustic music on Friday and Saturday There is

something for everybody on our menu and we try to

feature items for vegetarians and have gluten-free

options We have a number of specials too Wednesday

night is our light bite menu which features smaller

appetizer plates so you can get a couple and share

Monday is half-priced drafts and Tuesday is half-

priced bottles of wine Friday and Saturday we have

a different dinner special in addition to the menu

The atmosphere here is family friendly and smoke

free We have a lot of meeting space and you can

watch any sporting event on one of our 27 televisions

Itrsquos just a great place to meet with a group or another

couple watch a game or sit on the outdoor patio in

the summerrdquo Malone says

Craft House can accommodate anywhere from one

person to groups of up to 150 Beer selections include

stouts IPAs pilsners cream ales porters saisons

lagers and ciders from breweries both local and

national such as Bellrsquos Shoreline Lucky Stone Pub

18th Street Greenbush Burn lsquoEm Founders

Lagunitas Three Floyds and Two Brothers The

owners come to visit each table and ask how the meal

is tasting and staff is friendly and attentive Live

music is frequently featured but when not on stage

classic rock from the likes of Aerosmith and Boston

jams throughout the large yet cozy atmosphere There

is also an upstairs level that is available for groups or

events They offer an appetizer buffet dinner buffet

and many other food options The Loft Room has its

own private full-service bar and the view of Chesterton

is unlike any other

15DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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560-4 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN 46304

office on Indian Boundary Road (next to Walgreens) for 28 years

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Craft House features 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201516

ldquoWhen Porter-Starke Services

first started there was a heavy

emphasis on inpatient psychiatric

treatment and although this

crisis service is still very

important to us and individuals

in our community it is now only

one part of our continuum of

carerdquo said Rocco Schiralli

President and CEO of Porter-

Starke Services ldquoSince we opened

40 years ago research has taught us a great deal about

the human brain and the best practices to deliver care

We have also worked hard to integrate treatment of

the mind and body These are just a few examples

of how we continue to evolverdquo Schiralli said

With a mission dedicated to enhancing the quality of

life in our community through prevention treatment

education and research Porter-Starke Services has

transformed lives throughout Northwest Indiana The

not-for-profit organization continues to provide

outpatient mental health and addiction services for

adults children and families Additionally

partnerships extend their circle of care to the

community to include prevention services including

screening for depression anxiety and substance abuse

at local hospitals and clinics The organization also

provides addiction treatment to inmates at the Porter

County Jail and counseling at local school

corporations among many others Porter-Starke

Services developed these programs in response to

unique needs in the community

Mental health services have changed as have our

attitudes toward them ldquoHistorically individuals with

mental health issues werenrsquot treated very well in our

country but society has seen this shift for the better

in the past 40 yearsrdquo said Elliott Miller Director of

Marketing amp Development Schiralli added ldquoIt has

improved but we still have a long way to go That

applies to any population that is stigmatized not just

mental health and addiction but any group that has

been subject to discrimination And this stigma is

something we continually strive to eliminaterdquo

ldquoThe truth is one in four people nationwide experience

this Year porter-starke services ceLebrates their 40th anniversarY over the course of those four DecaDes

MentaL heaLth treatMent has aDvanceD treMenDousLY

Timeline of major milesTones Porter-starke services is a compassionate and dedicated organization committed to the health and well-being of our community a major impetus for change began in 1953 when the mental Health association of Porter County was established which later provided seed money to build the first Porter-Starke services facility in 1967 laPorte-Porter-starke services was formed by 36 volunteers with a budget of $2000 to develop local community partnerships secure funding and ultimately lay the groundwork for what would later become Porter-starke services in 1974 start-up funding was secured state funds were granted to Porter-starke services to provide inpatient hospitalization partial hospitalization outpatient emergency consultation and education services in 1975 Porter-starke services opened with a 14-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital The main office was staffed with just one employee space was leased to provide outpatient services in Knox One year later the Portage office opened in 1990 residential services expanded into Valparaiso and in 1992 the Valparaiso Campus added an outpatient facility To grow and enhance therapeutic services Porter-starke services purchased the building at 601 Wall street services and facilities continued to expand over the years By 2013 Porter-starke services served a record 11000 people

reCenT aWards earned By PorTer-sTarKe serViCes 2014 Best Practice Honors (american Psychological association)

2013 Psychologically Healthy Workplace award (indiana Psychological association)

2011 Outstanding Nonprofit organization award (Porter County Community foundation)

2010 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

2010 Community improvement award (Portage Chamber of Commerce)

2008 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

porter-starke services Celebrating 40 years

of Mental Health in Porter and Starke County

Rocco Schiralli President and CEO

Rendering of 701 Wall Street

Pictured (l-r) Lee Grogg Arthur Malasto Herman Schumacher John Schumacher and Merle Miller view a

model of the 701 Wall Street building at the groundbreaking ceremony held October 10 1974 in Valparaiso Indiana

In the early 1950s Mental Health America issues a call to asylums across the country to remove and

send in their discarded chains and shackles On April 13 1956 at the McShane Bell Foundry in

Baltimore Maryland Mental Health America melts down the bindings recasting them into the Mental

Health Bell Photo courtesy of Mental Health America wwwmentalhealthamericanet

17DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

a mental illness or addiction but sometimes individuals

donrsquot feel they have a reason to care unless they are

personally connected to the issuerdquo said Miller Schiralli

continues ldquoWe would like to see a community that

truly cares for mental health and is aware of its

importance Why should mental illness be any different

than diabetes heart disease or cancerrdquo

In addition to greater acceptance Miller says he hopes

mental health services will continue to evolve in the

future ldquoOur compassionate dedicated staff of 220

employees as well as our volunteers and partners

will continue to serve the community day in and day

out and drive positive changerdquo Schiralli agrees ldquoI

envision Porter-Starke Services as the best place to

work and the best place to receive care Thatrsquos the

expectation we set Wersquove invested a great deal of our

time effort and resources into achieving these goals

with our employees and clients Wersquove been recognized

for some of these accomplishments but we always

challenge ourselves to improve We want to be

innovative ndash to implement best practices and initiatives

in our industry that the typical healthcare center may

not venture into Itrsquos the right thing to do because it

will best serve our community We continue to develop

local partnerships to provide the highest quality

healthcare Each day we work to inspire everyone to

advance health balance and hoperdquo

From left to rightAileen Wehren Vice President of Systems Administration (standing)Dr Anand Popli Medical Director (standing)Sandy Carlson Vice President of Clinical Services (sitting)Rocco Schiralli PresidentCEO (sitting)Mary Idstein Chief Financial Officer (standing)

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201518

Duneland Exchange Club maKing a differenCe in the lives of area youth

tthe DuneLanD exchange cLub is a chapter of the nationaL exchange cLub an organization that works to Make our coMMunities better pLaces to Live

The National Exchange Club is the oldest service

organization in the country with more than 650 local

clubs throughout the US and Puerto Rico including

one right here in Duneland The National Exchange

Club was founded March 27 1911 in Detroit and today

the club has grown to include nearly 20000 members

Through the Programs of Service ndash Americanism

Community Service and youth Programs ndash members

support activities that benefit youth promote pride

in our country and honor military and public service

providers to name a few The prevention of child

abuse is Exchangersquos National Project

Pam Strudas past president of the Duneland Exchange

Club says that this cause of child abuse prevention

is critical to their work as members ldquoOur main focus

as a group is prevention of child abuse Most of our

efforts are fundraisers geared toward helping that

cause We donate to several different groups that

support that cause such as Dunebrook (a not-for-

profit organization in Michigan City and Valparaiso

that provides child prevention services

advocates for children and provides

positive family support and education)

We fund the Body Safety Program that

we have had in the Duneland Schools

for several years now This is an

empowerment program for children to

know their bodies what is not

appropriate for adults to do or touch

and to tell them it is NEVER their fault

and it IS okay to tell an adult they know

and trust It is a positive energetic

educational program for young children to learn the

awkward terms and things that parents and

teachers donrsquot like to talk aboutrdquo Strudas says

Although child abuse prevention is the main area of

focus for the club members are also dedicated to other

service projects as well ldquoThere are many groups we

donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request

money through grants and some we have just always

helped out in any way we can We recognize youth in

our community with the Duneland Exchange Club

youth of the Month This is given to a high school

senior identified through the guidance counselor We

also recognize our Citizen of the Month which is for

4th through 6th graders which are identified through

teacher recommendation We have an Americanism

Project called ldquoProudly We Hailrdquo This recognition is

given to a business or citizen who regularly displays

the American flag correctly We have an essayposter

contest for 7th and 8th graders called ldquoOne Nation

under Godrdquo where students write about what the

Pledge of Allegiance means to them We recognize

winners with a certificate and cash award There is

also a regional and national level that the students

can go on to compete inrdquo

There are a number of ways that the Duneland

Exchange Club raises funds for these important causes

says Strudas ldquoWe have our annual winetasting the

Frog Hunt and others throughout the yearrdquo she says

ldquoOne of our favorite projects for our community is our

talent show which we do in the spring for kindergarten

through 12th grade and anyone is eligible from public

school private school or homeschool as long as they

19DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

are in the Duneland district All of the money raised

goes to the Natural Helpers program who help to

coordinate the show We pack the place every year

and itrsquos held at the high school auditorium We raise

about $10000 on the wine tasting and all of that

money goes into our child abuse prevention funds so

the funds are given to these programs through grants

Only our dues go toward operation costs but the funds

we raise go to these programsrdquo

Supporting Duneland youth and prevention of child

abuse is vital to the work the members of the Duneland

Exchange Club perform ldquoThere is such a problem in

our country with child abuse and neglect and you

always want to do something to help and this is a real

concrete way to help out and make an impact There

is a wonderful satisfaction in being a part of the

community Itrsquos a loving wonderful town and you

really get to see the heart of the people We welcome

new members We meet the first and third Thursday

of each month at 7 am at Round the Clock in

Chesterton and anyone is welcome to come and see

what the club is all aboutrdquo Strudas says

ldquoldquoThere are many groups we donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request money through grants and some we have just

always helped out in any way we can

Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos December Youth of the Month Bethany Van Drie Her parents Jeff and Katherine Van Drie with Duneland Exchange Club member Dr Daniel Keilman

Dawn Ruge enjoys the Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos Wine and Canvas event

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YEARS 19752015 WWWPORTERSTARKEORG

a Vision for Our Community

Health balance and hope for everyoneAnyone in crisis

Anyone seeking care

Anyone wanting more

Our community needs quality mental health and wellness services

Porter-Starke Services was created to fulfill that need in 1975 and we continue to do so 40 years later

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above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

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chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

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united way of porter county 21

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START OFF WITH FRESHLy-BAKED BREAD CRUSTy ON THE OUTSIDE

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and plump tender grilled chicken Make sure to save some bread to sop up

the extra sauce This is just one of the tantalizing selections at Lucrezia Cafe

and Nada Karas co-owner with her husband Michael Karas says that they

have been bringing such carefully-selected dishes to Duneland since

November 1998

ldquoWhen we moved here in the lsquo90s there was nowhere to eat At that time

there were only diners and pizza places We were frustrated and my husband

has always wanted to own a restaurant We felt a white linen restaurant

wasnrsquot the way to go We wanted to be a little more casual since itrsquos close to

the beach with superior food excellence service and we wanted it more of

a cafeacute trattoria We wanted people to be able to walk in either dressed to the

nines or in flip flops from the beach and be able to have a wonderful dining

experience Outdoor dining is very important to us as wellrdquo Nada Karas says

Chefs at Lucrezia such as Chef Alfredo Anguiano pride themselves on making

their dishes from the finest ingredients Karas explains ldquoIn the summer it is

dishes Made FroM the Finest ingredients

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

Zucotto

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201512

Pappardelle Bolognese

LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

much easier to purchase our ingredients locally from

the European Market and other suppliers In the

winter things change for us Itrsquos not so easy and we

have to deal with buying from purveyors in the

Chicagoland area with whom wersquove had a great working

relationship smaller boutique vendors that like to

provide us with some artesian wares Wersquore constantly

going to food shows to see whatrsquos new and exciting I

have a lot of allergies so Irsquom very picky on how we

buy We donrsquot buy things that are processed nothing

with additives so itrsquos important for us to buy

exceptional quality ingredients We have a menu that

doesnrsquot change much but we tweak it twice a year and

thatrsquos why we have the chalkboards because we instill

creativity with our culinary staff so they can provide

items that are seasonal and exciting and differentrdquo

ldquoOne thing wersquore very proud of is that we buy our

salmon directly from the fisherman He is a friend of

ours a commercial fisherman in Kodiak Alaska and

so in season that salmon is coming directly from

Kodiak on Alaska Air cargo picked up by my husband

at OrsquoHare so itrsquos phenomenal Everyone who has had

it raves about it We make everything from scratch

including our desserts We are old school and Chef

Alfredo Anguiano has been with us from day one and

he makes desserts twice a week from scratch After

being here 16 years I hope wersquove been able to open

the door for other restaurants to come in We had a

vision and wersquove kept it the same wayrdquo Karas says

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SUSTENANCE LIKE THE BBQ PORK PLATE STEAK KABOBS GRILLED

FRESH SALMON WITH HOISIN SAUCE LAKE PERCH BOURSIN

CHICKEN AND RIBEyES CRAFT HOUSE MAy BE NAMED FOR THEIR

BREWS BUT THE MEALS ARE JUST AS SELECT IN THIS FAMILy

FRIENDLy SMOKE-FREE BAR AND RESTAURANT

The Craft House opened in September of 2014 The owners decided that

Chesterton was missing a place to go to eat a good meal and drink a good

beer with great service says Dana Malone owner and manager ldquoCraft House

has 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles The menu has something

for everyone and it is all prepared in houserdquo she says One of those items on

the menu is the popular shrimp and crab which features sauteacuteed shrimp over

a delicious garlic cream sauce and a bed of rice topped with a house made

Maryland style lump crab cake and a crab claw Other selections include a

freshly shaved prime rib topped with sauteacuteed mushrooms caramelized onions

and Swiss cheese on a pretzel bun with horseradish aioli sauce the bacon

ranch melt which is a ranch-rubbed Angus burger topped with bacon Swiss

cheese and sauteacuteed onions between two slices of marble rye and the Sriracha

chicken wrap which is grilled chicken cheddar cheese lettuce tomatoes and

flour tortilla chips tossed in a ranch Sriracha salsa and wrapped in a flour

FaMiLY FriendLY sMoKe-Free Bar and restaUrant

Craft HouseBar and Grill

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201514

Call for

a Tour

219-921-2200 bull wwwAddisonPointeHRCcom780 Dickinson Road bull Chesterton IN 46304

Rehabilitative Services amp Private Suites Available

Equal HousingOpportunity

Grilled Fresh Salmon with Hoisin Sauce

Steak and Stout Portabella Asian Wonton Bowls and Beer Flight

tortilla Top it all off with a beignet or a scoop of Valpo

Velvet ice cream

Located in the site of the former Hooligans Malone

is certain to point out that Craft House is a much

different vibe ldquoWe have no dancefloor but we feature

acoustic music on Friday and Saturday There is

something for everybody on our menu and we try to

feature items for vegetarians and have gluten-free

options We have a number of specials too Wednesday

night is our light bite menu which features smaller

appetizer plates so you can get a couple and share

Monday is half-priced drafts and Tuesday is half-

priced bottles of wine Friday and Saturday we have

a different dinner special in addition to the menu

The atmosphere here is family friendly and smoke

free We have a lot of meeting space and you can

watch any sporting event on one of our 27 televisions

Itrsquos just a great place to meet with a group or another

couple watch a game or sit on the outdoor patio in

the summerrdquo Malone says

Craft House can accommodate anywhere from one

person to groups of up to 150 Beer selections include

stouts IPAs pilsners cream ales porters saisons

lagers and ciders from breweries both local and

national such as Bellrsquos Shoreline Lucky Stone Pub

18th Street Greenbush Burn lsquoEm Founders

Lagunitas Three Floyds and Two Brothers The

owners come to visit each table and ask how the meal

is tasting and staff is friendly and attentive Live

music is frequently featured but when not on stage

classic rock from the likes of Aerosmith and Boston

jams throughout the large yet cozy atmosphere There

is also an upstairs level that is available for groups or

events They offer an appetizer buffet dinner buffet

and many other food options The Loft Room has its

own private full-service bar and the view of Chesterton

is unlike any other

15DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

Debbie Lightfoot219-921-9995

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Paul Boyter 219-789-1228

Jan Thomas219-406-3411

560-4 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN 46304

office on Indian Boundary Road (next to Walgreens) for 28 years

Wersquore Local Wersquore Global

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Craft House features 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201516

ldquoWhen Porter-Starke Services

first started there was a heavy

emphasis on inpatient psychiatric

treatment and although this

crisis service is still very

important to us and individuals

in our community it is now only

one part of our continuum of

carerdquo said Rocco Schiralli

President and CEO of Porter-

Starke Services ldquoSince we opened

40 years ago research has taught us a great deal about

the human brain and the best practices to deliver care

We have also worked hard to integrate treatment of

the mind and body These are just a few examples

of how we continue to evolverdquo Schiralli said

With a mission dedicated to enhancing the quality of

life in our community through prevention treatment

education and research Porter-Starke Services has

transformed lives throughout Northwest Indiana The

not-for-profit organization continues to provide

outpatient mental health and addiction services for

adults children and families Additionally

partnerships extend their circle of care to the

community to include prevention services including

screening for depression anxiety and substance abuse

at local hospitals and clinics The organization also

provides addiction treatment to inmates at the Porter

County Jail and counseling at local school

corporations among many others Porter-Starke

Services developed these programs in response to

unique needs in the community

Mental health services have changed as have our

attitudes toward them ldquoHistorically individuals with

mental health issues werenrsquot treated very well in our

country but society has seen this shift for the better

in the past 40 yearsrdquo said Elliott Miller Director of

Marketing amp Development Schiralli added ldquoIt has

improved but we still have a long way to go That

applies to any population that is stigmatized not just

mental health and addiction but any group that has

been subject to discrimination And this stigma is

something we continually strive to eliminaterdquo

ldquoThe truth is one in four people nationwide experience

this Year porter-starke services ceLebrates their 40th anniversarY over the course of those four DecaDes

MentaL heaLth treatMent has aDvanceD treMenDousLY

Timeline of major milesTones Porter-starke services is a compassionate and dedicated organization committed to the health and well-being of our community a major impetus for change began in 1953 when the mental Health association of Porter County was established which later provided seed money to build the first Porter-Starke services facility in 1967 laPorte-Porter-starke services was formed by 36 volunteers with a budget of $2000 to develop local community partnerships secure funding and ultimately lay the groundwork for what would later become Porter-starke services in 1974 start-up funding was secured state funds were granted to Porter-starke services to provide inpatient hospitalization partial hospitalization outpatient emergency consultation and education services in 1975 Porter-starke services opened with a 14-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital The main office was staffed with just one employee space was leased to provide outpatient services in Knox One year later the Portage office opened in 1990 residential services expanded into Valparaiso and in 1992 the Valparaiso Campus added an outpatient facility To grow and enhance therapeutic services Porter-starke services purchased the building at 601 Wall street services and facilities continued to expand over the years By 2013 Porter-starke services served a record 11000 people

reCenT aWards earned By PorTer-sTarKe serViCes 2014 Best Practice Honors (american Psychological association)

2013 Psychologically Healthy Workplace award (indiana Psychological association)

2011 Outstanding Nonprofit organization award (Porter County Community foundation)

2010 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

2010 Community improvement award (Portage Chamber of Commerce)

2008 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

porter-starke services Celebrating 40 years

of Mental Health in Porter and Starke County

Rocco Schiralli President and CEO

Rendering of 701 Wall Street

Pictured (l-r) Lee Grogg Arthur Malasto Herman Schumacher John Schumacher and Merle Miller view a

model of the 701 Wall Street building at the groundbreaking ceremony held October 10 1974 in Valparaiso Indiana

In the early 1950s Mental Health America issues a call to asylums across the country to remove and

send in their discarded chains and shackles On April 13 1956 at the McShane Bell Foundry in

Baltimore Maryland Mental Health America melts down the bindings recasting them into the Mental

Health Bell Photo courtesy of Mental Health America wwwmentalhealthamericanet

17DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

a mental illness or addiction but sometimes individuals

donrsquot feel they have a reason to care unless they are

personally connected to the issuerdquo said Miller Schiralli

continues ldquoWe would like to see a community that

truly cares for mental health and is aware of its

importance Why should mental illness be any different

than diabetes heart disease or cancerrdquo

In addition to greater acceptance Miller says he hopes

mental health services will continue to evolve in the

future ldquoOur compassionate dedicated staff of 220

employees as well as our volunteers and partners

will continue to serve the community day in and day

out and drive positive changerdquo Schiralli agrees ldquoI

envision Porter-Starke Services as the best place to

work and the best place to receive care Thatrsquos the

expectation we set Wersquove invested a great deal of our

time effort and resources into achieving these goals

with our employees and clients Wersquove been recognized

for some of these accomplishments but we always

challenge ourselves to improve We want to be

innovative ndash to implement best practices and initiatives

in our industry that the typical healthcare center may

not venture into Itrsquos the right thing to do because it

will best serve our community We continue to develop

local partnerships to provide the highest quality

healthcare Each day we work to inspire everyone to

advance health balance and hoperdquo

From left to rightAileen Wehren Vice President of Systems Administration (standing)Dr Anand Popli Medical Director (standing)Sandy Carlson Vice President of Clinical Services (sitting)Rocco Schiralli PresidentCEO (sitting)Mary Idstein Chief Financial Officer (standing)

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201518

Duneland Exchange Club maKing a differenCe in the lives of area youth

tthe DuneLanD exchange cLub is a chapter of the nationaL exchange cLub an organization that works to Make our coMMunities better pLaces to Live

The National Exchange Club is the oldest service

organization in the country with more than 650 local

clubs throughout the US and Puerto Rico including

one right here in Duneland The National Exchange

Club was founded March 27 1911 in Detroit and today

the club has grown to include nearly 20000 members

Through the Programs of Service ndash Americanism

Community Service and youth Programs ndash members

support activities that benefit youth promote pride

in our country and honor military and public service

providers to name a few The prevention of child

abuse is Exchangersquos National Project

Pam Strudas past president of the Duneland Exchange

Club says that this cause of child abuse prevention

is critical to their work as members ldquoOur main focus

as a group is prevention of child abuse Most of our

efforts are fundraisers geared toward helping that

cause We donate to several different groups that

support that cause such as Dunebrook (a not-for-

profit organization in Michigan City and Valparaiso

that provides child prevention services

advocates for children and provides

positive family support and education)

We fund the Body Safety Program that

we have had in the Duneland Schools

for several years now This is an

empowerment program for children to

know their bodies what is not

appropriate for adults to do or touch

and to tell them it is NEVER their fault

and it IS okay to tell an adult they know

and trust It is a positive energetic

educational program for young children to learn the

awkward terms and things that parents and

teachers donrsquot like to talk aboutrdquo Strudas says

Although child abuse prevention is the main area of

focus for the club members are also dedicated to other

service projects as well ldquoThere are many groups we

donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request

money through grants and some we have just always

helped out in any way we can We recognize youth in

our community with the Duneland Exchange Club

youth of the Month This is given to a high school

senior identified through the guidance counselor We

also recognize our Citizen of the Month which is for

4th through 6th graders which are identified through

teacher recommendation We have an Americanism

Project called ldquoProudly We Hailrdquo This recognition is

given to a business or citizen who regularly displays

the American flag correctly We have an essayposter

contest for 7th and 8th graders called ldquoOne Nation

under Godrdquo where students write about what the

Pledge of Allegiance means to them We recognize

winners with a certificate and cash award There is

also a regional and national level that the students

can go on to compete inrdquo

There are a number of ways that the Duneland

Exchange Club raises funds for these important causes

says Strudas ldquoWe have our annual winetasting the

Frog Hunt and others throughout the yearrdquo she says

ldquoOne of our favorite projects for our community is our

talent show which we do in the spring for kindergarten

through 12th grade and anyone is eligible from public

school private school or homeschool as long as they

19DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

are in the Duneland district All of the money raised

goes to the Natural Helpers program who help to

coordinate the show We pack the place every year

and itrsquos held at the high school auditorium We raise

about $10000 on the wine tasting and all of that

money goes into our child abuse prevention funds so

the funds are given to these programs through grants

Only our dues go toward operation costs but the funds

we raise go to these programsrdquo

Supporting Duneland youth and prevention of child

abuse is vital to the work the members of the Duneland

Exchange Club perform ldquoThere is such a problem in

our country with child abuse and neglect and you

always want to do something to help and this is a real

concrete way to help out and make an impact There

is a wonderful satisfaction in being a part of the

community Itrsquos a loving wonderful town and you

really get to see the heart of the people We welcome

new members We meet the first and third Thursday

of each month at 7 am at Round the Clock in

Chesterton and anyone is welcome to come and see

what the club is all aboutrdquo Strudas says

ldquoldquoThere are many groups we donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request money through grants and some we have just

always helped out in any way we can

Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos December Youth of the Month Bethany Van Drie Her parents Jeff and Katherine Van Drie with Duneland Exchange Club member Dr Daniel Keilman

Dawn Ruge enjoys the Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos Wine and Canvas event

PAM STRUDASPasT Pres idenT of THe

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YEARS 19752015 WWWPORTERSTARKEORG

a Vision for Our Community

Health balance and hope for everyoneAnyone in crisis

Anyone seeking care

Anyone wanting more

Our community needs quality mental health and wellness services

Porter-Starke Services was created to fulfill that need in 1975 and we continue to do so 40 years later

See how it all began view a historical timeline of Porter-Starke Services atwwwporterstarkeorg40years

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201522

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25DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

making

WavesdeCemBer 3 2014 ndash CHamBer Holiday ParTy 12 emily hoge of Duneland family YMca 13 Musician gerry hundt 14 Jim starin of starin Marketing inc and scott Mundell of franciscan alliance 15 kim krass-Morganelli of hot Diggity Dawg reginald and Maureen blouin of parsquos work shop and kim white of kernels and kones

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LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

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aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

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1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

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11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

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19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

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60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

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LucreziaNorthern Italian Cuisine

much easier to purchase our ingredients locally from

the European Market and other suppliers In the

winter things change for us Itrsquos not so easy and we

have to deal with buying from purveyors in the

Chicagoland area with whom wersquove had a great working

relationship smaller boutique vendors that like to

provide us with some artesian wares Wersquore constantly

going to food shows to see whatrsquos new and exciting I

have a lot of allergies so Irsquom very picky on how we

buy We donrsquot buy things that are processed nothing

with additives so itrsquos important for us to buy

exceptional quality ingredients We have a menu that

doesnrsquot change much but we tweak it twice a year and

thatrsquos why we have the chalkboards because we instill

creativity with our culinary staff so they can provide

items that are seasonal and exciting and differentrdquo

ldquoOne thing wersquore very proud of is that we buy our

salmon directly from the fisherman He is a friend of

ours a commercial fisherman in Kodiak Alaska and

so in season that salmon is coming directly from

Kodiak on Alaska Air cargo picked up by my husband

at OrsquoHare so itrsquos phenomenal Everyone who has had

it raves about it We make everything from scratch

including our desserts We are old school and Chef

Alfredo Anguiano has been with us from day one and

he makes desserts twice a week from scratch After

being here 16 years I hope wersquove been able to open

the door for other restaurants to come in We had a

vision and wersquove kept it the same wayrdquo Karas says

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Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad

THE WAITRESS BALANCES PLATES PILED HIGH WITH SUMPTUOUS

SUSTENANCE LIKE THE BBQ PORK PLATE STEAK KABOBS GRILLED

FRESH SALMON WITH HOISIN SAUCE LAKE PERCH BOURSIN

CHICKEN AND RIBEyES CRAFT HOUSE MAy BE NAMED FOR THEIR

BREWS BUT THE MEALS ARE JUST AS SELECT IN THIS FAMILy

FRIENDLy SMOKE-FREE BAR AND RESTAURANT

The Craft House opened in September of 2014 The owners decided that

Chesterton was missing a place to go to eat a good meal and drink a good

beer with great service says Dana Malone owner and manager ldquoCraft House

has 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles The menu has something

for everyone and it is all prepared in houserdquo she says One of those items on

the menu is the popular shrimp and crab which features sauteacuteed shrimp over

a delicious garlic cream sauce and a bed of rice topped with a house made

Maryland style lump crab cake and a crab claw Other selections include a

freshly shaved prime rib topped with sauteacuteed mushrooms caramelized onions

and Swiss cheese on a pretzel bun with horseradish aioli sauce the bacon

ranch melt which is a ranch-rubbed Angus burger topped with bacon Swiss

cheese and sauteacuteed onions between two slices of marble rye and the Sriracha

chicken wrap which is grilled chicken cheddar cheese lettuce tomatoes and

flour tortilla chips tossed in a ranch Sriracha salsa and wrapped in a flour

FaMiLY FriendLY sMoKe-Free Bar and restaUrant

Craft HouseBar and Grill

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201514

Call for

a Tour

219-921-2200 bull wwwAddisonPointeHRCcom780 Dickinson Road bull Chesterton IN 46304

Rehabilitative Services amp Private Suites Available

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Grilled Fresh Salmon with Hoisin Sauce

Steak and Stout Portabella Asian Wonton Bowls and Beer Flight

tortilla Top it all off with a beignet or a scoop of Valpo

Velvet ice cream

Located in the site of the former Hooligans Malone

is certain to point out that Craft House is a much

different vibe ldquoWe have no dancefloor but we feature

acoustic music on Friday and Saturday There is

something for everybody on our menu and we try to

feature items for vegetarians and have gluten-free

options We have a number of specials too Wednesday

night is our light bite menu which features smaller

appetizer plates so you can get a couple and share

Monday is half-priced drafts and Tuesday is half-

priced bottles of wine Friday and Saturday we have

a different dinner special in addition to the menu

The atmosphere here is family friendly and smoke

free We have a lot of meeting space and you can

watch any sporting event on one of our 27 televisions

Itrsquos just a great place to meet with a group or another

couple watch a game or sit on the outdoor patio in

the summerrdquo Malone says

Craft House can accommodate anywhere from one

person to groups of up to 150 Beer selections include

stouts IPAs pilsners cream ales porters saisons

lagers and ciders from breweries both local and

national such as Bellrsquos Shoreline Lucky Stone Pub

18th Street Greenbush Burn lsquoEm Founders

Lagunitas Three Floyds and Two Brothers The

owners come to visit each table and ask how the meal

is tasting and staff is friendly and attentive Live

music is frequently featured but when not on stage

classic rock from the likes of Aerosmith and Boston

jams throughout the large yet cozy atmosphere There

is also an upstairs level that is available for groups or

events They offer an appetizer buffet dinner buffet

and many other food options The Loft Room has its

own private full-service bar and the view of Chesterton

is unlike any other

15DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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office on Indian Boundary Road (next to Walgreens) for 28 years

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Craft House features 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201516

ldquoWhen Porter-Starke Services

first started there was a heavy

emphasis on inpatient psychiatric

treatment and although this

crisis service is still very

important to us and individuals

in our community it is now only

one part of our continuum of

carerdquo said Rocco Schiralli

President and CEO of Porter-

Starke Services ldquoSince we opened

40 years ago research has taught us a great deal about

the human brain and the best practices to deliver care

We have also worked hard to integrate treatment of

the mind and body These are just a few examples

of how we continue to evolverdquo Schiralli said

With a mission dedicated to enhancing the quality of

life in our community through prevention treatment

education and research Porter-Starke Services has

transformed lives throughout Northwest Indiana The

not-for-profit organization continues to provide

outpatient mental health and addiction services for

adults children and families Additionally

partnerships extend their circle of care to the

community to include prevention services including

screening for depression anxiety and substance abuse

at local hospitals and clinics The organization also

provides addiction treatment to inmates at the Porter

County Jail and counseling at local school

corporations among many others Porter-Starke

Services developed these programs in response to

unique needs in the community

Mental health services have changed as have our

attitudes toward them ldquoHistorically individuals with

mental health issues werenrsquot treated very well in our

country but society has seen this shift for the better

in the past 40 yearsrdquo said Elliott Miller Director of

Marketing amp Development Schiralli added ldquoIt has

improved but we still have a long way to go That

applies to any population that is stigmatized not just

mental health and addiction but any group that has

been subject to discrimination And this stigma is

something we continually strive to eliminaterdquo

ldquoThe truth is one in four people nationwide experience

this Year porter-starke services ceLebrates their 40th anniversarY over the course of those four DecaDes

MentaL heaLth treatMent has aDvanceD treMenDousLY

Timeline of major milesTones Porter-starke services is a compassionate and dedicated organization committed to the health and well-being of our community a major impetus for change began in 1953 when the mental Health association of Porter County was established which later provided seed money to build the first Porter-Starke services facility in 1967 laPorte-Porter-starke services was formed by 36 volunteers with a budget of $2000 to develop local community partnerships secure funding and ultimately lay the groundwork for what would later become Porter-starke services in 1974 start-up funding was secured state funds were granted to Porter-starke services to provide inpatient hospitalization partial hospitalization outpatient emergency consultation and education services in 1975 Porter-starke services opened with a 14-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital The main office was staffed with just one employee space was leased to provide outpatient services in Knox One year later the Portage office opened in 1990 residential services expanded into Valparaiso and in 1992 the Valparaiso Campus added an outpatient facility To grow and enhance therapeutic services Porter-starke services purchased the building at 601 Wall street services and facilities continued to expand over the years By 2013 Porter-starke services served a record 11000 people

reCenT aWards earned By PorTer-sTarKe serViCes 2014 Best Practice Honors (american Psychological association)

2013 Psychologically Healthy Workplace award (indiana Psychological association)

2011 Outstanding Nonprofit organization award (Porter County Community foundation)

2010 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

2010 Community improvement award (Portage Chamber of Commerce)

2008 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

porter-starke services Celebrating 40 years

of Mental Health in Porter and Starke County

Rocco Schiralli President and CEO

Rendering of 701 Wall Street

Pictured (l-r) Lee Grogg Arthur Malasto Herman Schumacher John Schumacher and Merle Miller view a

model of the 701 Wall Street building at the groundbreaking ceremony held October 10 1974 in Valparaiso Indiana

In the early 1950s Mental Health America issues a call to asylums across the country to remove and

send in their discarded chains and shackles On April 13 1956 at the McShane Bell Foundry in

Baltimore Maryland Mental Health America melts down the bindings recasting them into the Mental

Health Bell Photo courtesy of Mental Health America wwwmentalhealthamericanet

17DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

a mental illness or addiction but sometimes individuals

donrsquot feel they have a reason to care unless they are

personally connected to the issuerdquo said Miller Schiralli

continues ldquoWe would like to see a community that

truly cares for mental health and is aware of its

importance Why should mental illness be any different

than diabetes heart disease or cancerrdquo

In addition to greater acceptance Miller says he hopes

mental health services will continue to evolve in the

future ldquoOur compassionate dedicated staff of 220

employees as well as our volunteers and partners

will continue to serve the community day in and day

out and drive positive changerdquo Schiralli agrees ldquoI

envision Porter-Starke Services as the best place to

work and the best place to receive care Thatrsquos the

expectation we set Wersquove invested a great deal of our

time effort and resources into achieving these goals

with our employees and clients Wersquove been recognized

for some of these accomplishments but we always

challenge ourselves to improve We want to be

innovative ndash to implement best practices and initiatives

in our industry that the typical healthcare center may

not venture into Itrsquos the right thing to do because it

will best serve our community We continue to develop

local partnerships to provide the highest quality

healthcare Each day we work to inspire everyone to

advance health balance and hoperdquo

From left to rightAileen Wehren Vice President of Systems Administration (standing)Dr Anand Popli Medical Director (standing)Sandy Carlson Vice President of Clinical Services (sitting)Rocco Schiralli PresidentCEO (sitting)Mary Idstein Chief Financial Officer (standing)

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201518

Duneland Exchange Club maKing a differenCe in the lives of area youth

tthe DuneLanD exchange cLub is a chapter of the nationaL exchange cLub an organization that works to Make our coMMunities better pLaces to Live

The National Exchange Club is the oldest service

organization in the country with more than 650 local

clubs throughout the US and Puerto Rico including

one right here in Duneland The National Exchange

Club was founded March 27 1911 in Detroit and today

the club has grown to include nearly 20000 members

Through the Programs of Service ndash Americanism

Community Service and youth Programs ndash members

support activities that benefit youth promote pride

in our country and honor military and public service

providers to name a few The prevention of child

abuse is Exchangersquos National Project

Pam Strudas past president of the Duneland Exchange

Club says that this cause of child abuse prevention

is critical to their work as members ldquoOur main focus

as a group is prevention of child abuse Most of our

efforts are fundraisers geared toward helping that

cause We donate to several different groups that

support that cause such as Dunebrook (a not-for-

profit organization in Michigan City and Valparaiso

that provides child prevention services

advocates for children and provides

positive family support and education)

We fund the Body Safety Program that

we have had in the Duneland Schools

for several years now This is an

empowerment program for children to

know their bodies what is not

appropriate for adults to do or touch

and to tell them it is NEVER their fault

and it IS okay to tell an adult they know

and trust It is a positive energetic

educational program for young children to learn the

awkward terms and things that parents and

teachers donrsquot like to talk aboutrdquo Strudas says

Although child abuse prevention is the main area of

focus for the club members are also dedicated to other

service projects as well ldquoThere are many groups we

donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request

money through grants and some we have just always

helped out in any way we can We recognize youth in

our community with the Duneland Exchange Club

youth of the Month This is given to a high school

senior identified through the guidance counselor We

also recognize our Citizen of the Month which is for

4th through 6th graders which are identified through

teacher recommendation We have an Americanism

Project called ldquoProudly We Hailrdquo This recognition is

given to a business or citizen who regularly displays

the American flag correctly We have an essayposter

contest for 7th and 8th graders called ldquoOne Nation

under Godrdquo where students write about what the

Pledge of Allegiance means to them We recognize

winners with a certificate and cash award There is

also a regional and national level that the students

can go on to compete inrdquo

There are a number of ways that the Duneland

Exchange Club raises funds for these important causes

says Strudas ldquoWe have our annual winetasting the

Frog Hunt and others throughout the yearrdquo she says

ldquoOne of our favorite projects for our community is our

talent show which we do in the spring for kindergarten

through 12th grade and anyone is eligible from public

school private school or homeschool as long as they

19DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

are in the Duneland district All of the money raised

goes to the Natural Helpers program who help to

coordinate the show We pack the place every year

and itrsquos held at the high school auditorium We raise

about $10000 on the wine tasting and all of that

money goes into our child abuse prevention funds so

the funds are given to these programs through grants

Only our dues go toward operation costs but the funds

we raise go to these programsrdquo

Supporting Duneland youth and prevention of child

abuse is vital to the work the members of the Duneland

Exchange Club perform ldquoThere is such a problem in

our country with child abuse and neglect and you

always want to do something to help and this is a real

concrete way to help out and make an impact There

is a wonderful satisfaction in being a part of the

community Itrsquos a loving wonderful town and you

really get to see the heart of the people We welcome

new members We meet the first and third Thursday

of each month at 7 am at Round the Clock in

Chesterton and anyone is welcome to come and see

what the club is all aboutrdquo Strudas says

ldquoldquoThere are many groups we donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request money through grants and some we have just

always helped out in any way we can

Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos December Youth of the Month Bethany Van Drie Her parents Jeff and Katherine Van Drie with Duneland Exchange Club member Dr Daniel Keilman

Dawn Ruge enjoys the Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos Wine and Canvas event

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YEARS 19752015 WWWPORTERSTARKEORG

a Vision for Our Community

Health balance and hope for everyoneAnyone in crisis

Anyone seeking care

Anyone wanting more

Our community needs quality mental health and wellness services

Porter-Starke Services was created to fulfill that need in 1975 and we continue to do so 40 years later

See how it all began view a historical timeline of Porter-Starke Services atwwwporterstarkeorg40years

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201522

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EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

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visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

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neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

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the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

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whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

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chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

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19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

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THE WAITRESS BALANCES PLATES PILED HIGH WITH SUMPTUOUS

SUSTENANCE LIKE THE BBQ PORK PLATE STEAK KABOBS GRILLED

FRESH SALMON WITH HOISIN SAUCE LAKE PERCH BOURSIN

CHICKEN AND RIBEyES CRAFT HOUSE MAy BE NAMED FOR THEIR

BREWS BUT THE MEALS ARE JUST AS SELECT IN THIS FAMILy

FRIENDLy SMOKE-FREE BAR AND RESTAURANT

The Craft House opened in September of 2014 The owners decided that

Chesterton was missing a place to go to eat a good meal and drink a good

beer with great service says Dana Malone owner and manager ldquoCraft House

has 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles The menu has something

for everyone and it is all prepared in houserdquo she says One of those items on

the menu is the popular shrimp and crab which features sauteacuteed shrimp over

a delicious garlic cream sauce and a bed of rice topped with a house made

Maryland style lump crab cake and a crab claw Other selections include a

freshly shaved prime rib topped with sauteacuteed mushrooms caramelized onions

and Swiss cheese on a pretzel bun with horseradish aioli sauce the bacon

ranch melt which is a ranch-rubbed Angus burger topped with bacon Swiss

cheese and sauteacuteed onions between two slices of marble rye and the Sriracha

chicken wrap which is grilled chicken cheddar cheese lettuce tomatoes and

flour tortilla chips tossed in a ranch Sriracha salsa and wrapped in a flour

FaMiLY FriendLY sMoKe-Free Bar and restaUrant

Craft HouseBar and Grill

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201514

Call for

a Tour

219-921-2200 bull wwwAddisonPointeHRCcom780 Dickinson Road bull Chesterton IN 46304

Rehabilitative Services amp Private Suites Available

Equal HousingOpportunity

Grilled Fresh Salmon with Hoisin Sauce

Steak and Stout Portabella Asian Wonton Bowls and Beer Flight

tortilla Top it all off with a beignet or a scoop of Valpo

Velvet ice cream

Located in the site of the former Hooligans Malone

is certain to point out that Craft House is a much

different vibe ldquoWe have no dancefloor but we feature

acoustic music on Friday and Saturday There is

something for everybody on our menu and we try to

feature items for vegetarians and have gluten-free

options We have a number of specials too Wednesday

night is our light bite menu which features smaller

appetizer plates so you can get a couple and share

Monday is half-priced drafts and Tuesday is half-

priced bottles of wine Friday and Saturday we have

a different dinner special in addition to the menu

The atmosphere here is family friendly and smoke

free We have a lot of meeting space and you can

watch any sporting event on one of our 27 televisions

Itrsquos just a great place to meet with a group or another

couple watch a game or sit on the outdoor patio in

the summerrdquo Malone says

Craft House can accommodate anywhere from one

person to groups of up to 150 Beer selections include

stouts IPAs pilsners cream ales porters saisons

lagers and ciders from breweries both local and

national such as Bellrsquos Shoreline Lucky Stone Pub

18th Street Greenbush Burn lsquoEm Founders

Lagunitas Three Floyds and Two Brothers The

owners come to visit each table and ask how the meal

is tasting and staff is friendly and attentive Live

music is frequently featured but when not on stage

classic rock from the likes of Aerosmith and Boston

jams throughout the large yet cozy atmosphere There

is also an upstairs level that is available for groups or

events They offer an appetizer buffet dinner buffet

and many other food options The Loft Room has its

own private full-service bar and the view of Chesterton

is unlike any other

15DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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560-4 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN 46304

office on Indian Boundary Road (next to Walgreens) for 28 years

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Craft House features 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201516

ldquoWhen Porter-Starke Services

first started there was a heavy

emphasis on inpatient psychiatric

treatment and although this

crisis service is still very

important to us and individuals

in our community it is now only

one part of our continuum of

carerdquo said Rocco Schiralli

President and CEO of Porter-

Starke Services ldquoSince we opened

40 years ago research has taught us a great deal about

the human brain and the best practices to deliver care

We have also worked hard to integrate treatment of

the mind and body These are just a few examples

of how we continue to evolverdquo Schiralli said

With a mission dedicated to enhancing the quality of

life in our community through prevention treatment

education and research Porter-Starke Services has

transformed lives throughout Northwest Indiana The

not-for-profit organization continues to provide

outpatient mental health and addiction services for

adults children and families Additionally

partnerships extend their circle of care to the

community to include prevention services including

screening for depression anxiety and substance abuse

at local hospitals and clinics The organization also

provides addiction treatment to inmates at the Porter

County Jail and counseling at local school

corporations among many others Porter-Starke

Services developed these programs in response to

unique needs in the community

Mental health services have changed as have our

attitudes toward them ldquoHistorically individuals with

mental health issues werenrsquot treated very well in our

country but society has seen this shift for the better

in the past 40 yearsrdquo said Elliott Miller Director of

Marketing amp Development Schiralli added ldquoIt has

improved but we still have a long way to go That

applies to any population that is stigmatized not just

mental health and addiction but any group that has

been subject to discrimination And this stigma is

something we continually strive to eliminaterdquo

ldquoThe truth is one in four people nationwide experience

this Year porter-starke services ceLebrates their 40th anniversarY over the course of those four DecaDes

MentaL heaLth treatMent has aDvanceD treMenDousLY

Timeline of major milesTones Porter-starke services is a compassionate and dedicated organization committed to the health and well-being of our community a major impetus for change began in 1953 when the mental Health association of Porter County was established which later provided seed money to build the first Porter-Starke services facility in 1967 laPorte-Porter-starke services was formed by 36 volunteers with a budget of $2000 to develop local community partnerships secure funding and ultimately lay the groundwork for what would later become Porter-starke services in 1974 start-up funding was secured state funds were granted to Porter-starke services to provide inpatient hospitalization partial hospitalization outpatient emergency consultation and education services in 1975 Porter-starke services opened with a 14-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital The main office was staffed with just one employee space was leased to provide outpatient services in Knox One year later the Portage office opened in 1990 residential services expanded into Valparaiso and in 1992 the Valparaiso Campus added an outpatient facility To grow and enhance therapeutic services Porter-starke services purchased the building at 601 Wall street services and facilities continued to expand over the years By 2013 Porter-starke services served a record 11000 people

reCenT aWards earned By PorTer-sTarKe serViCes 2014 Best Practice Honors (american Psychological association)

2013 Psychologically Healthy Workplace award (indiana Psychological association)

2011 Outstanding Nonprofit organization award (Porter County Community foundation)

2010 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

2010 Community improvement award (Portage Chamber of Commerce)

2008 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

porter-starke services Celebrating 40 years

of Mental Health in Porter and Starke County

Rocco Schiralli President and CEO

Rendering of 701 Wall Street

Pictured (l-r) Lee Grogg Arthur Malasto Herman Schumacher John Schumacher and Merle Miller view a

model of the 701 Wall Street building at the groundbreaking ceremony held October 10 1974 in Valparaiso Indiana

In the early 1950s Mental Health America issues a call to asylums across the country to remove and

send in their discarded chains and shackles On April 13 1956 at the McShane Bell Foundry in

Baltimore Maryland Mental Health America melts down the bindings recasting them into the Mental

Health Bell Photo courtesy of Mental Health America wwwmentalhealthamericanet

17DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

a mental illness or addiction but sometimes individuals

donrsquot feel they have a reason to care unless they are

personally connected to the issuerdquo said Miller Schiralli

continues ldquoWe would like to see a community that

truly cares for mental health and is aware of its

importance Why should mental illness be any different

than diabetes heart disease or cancerrdquo

In addition to greater acceptance Miller says he hopes

mental health services will continue to evolve in the

future ldquoOur compassionate dedicated staff of 220

employees as well as our volunteers and partners

will continue to serve the community day in and day

out and drive positive changerdquo Schiralli agrees ldquoI

envision Porter-Starke Services as the best place to

work and the best place to receive care Thatrsquos the

expectation we set Wersquove invested a great deal of our

time effort and resources into achieving these goals

with our employees and clients Wersquove been recognized

for some of these accomplishments but we always

challenge ourselves to improve We want to be

innovative ndash to implement best practices and initiatives

in our industry that the typical healthcare center may

not venture into Itrsquos the right thing to do because it

will best serve our community We continue to develop

local partnerships to provide the highest quality

healthcare Each day we work to inspire everyone to

advance health balance and hoperdquo

From left to rightAileen Wehren Vice President of Systems Administration (standing)Dr Anand Popli Medical Director (standing)Sandy Carlson Vice President of Clinical Services (sitting)Rocco Schiralli PresidentCEO (sitting)Mary Idstein Chief Financial Officer (standing)

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201518

Duneland Exchange Club maKing a differenCe in the lives of area youth

tthe DuneLanD exchange cLub is a chapter of the nationaL exchange cLub an organization that works to Make our coMMunities better pLaces to Live

The National Exchange Club is the oldest service

organization in the country with more than 650 local

clubs throughout the US and Puerto Rico including

one right here in Duneland The National Exchange

Club was founded March 27 1911 in Detroit and today

the club has grown to include nearly 20000 members

Through the Programs of Service ndash Americanism

Community Service and youth Programs ndash members

support activities that benefit youth promote pride

in our country and honor military and public service

providers to name a few The prevention of child

abuse is Exchangersquos National Project

Pam Strudas past president of the Duneland Exchange

Club says that this cause of child abuse prevention

is critical to their work as members ldquoOur main focus

as a group is prevention of child abuse Most of our

efforts are fundraisers geared toward helping that

cause We donate to several different groups that

support that cause such as Dunebrook (a not-for-

profit organization in Michigan City and Valparaiso

that provides child prevention services

advocates for children and provides

positive family support and education)

We fund the Body Safety Program that

we have had in the Duneland Schools

for several years now This is an

empowerment program for children to

know their bodies what is not

appropriate for adults to do or touch

and to tell them it is NEVER their fault

and it IS okay to tell an adult they know

and trust It is a positive energetic

educational program for young children to learn the

awkward terms and things that parents and

teachers donrsquot like to talk aboutrdquo Strudas says

Although child abuse prevention is the main area of

focus for the club members are also dedicated to other

service projects as well ldquoThere are many groups we

donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request

money through grants and some we have just always

helped out in any way we can We recognize youth in

our community with the Duneland Exchange Club

youth of the Month This is given to a high school

senior identified through the guidance counselor We

also recognize our Citizen of the Month which is for

4th through 6th graders which are identified through

teacher recommendation We have an Americanism

Project called ldquoProudly We Hailrdquo This recognition is

given to a business or citizen who regularly displays

the American flag correctly We have an essayposter

contest for 7th and 8th graders called ldquoOne Nation

under Godrdquo where students write about what the

Pledge of Allegiance means to them We recognize

winners with a certificate and cash award There is

also a regional and national level that the students

can go on to compete inrdquo

There are a number of ways that the Duneland

Exchange Club raises funds for these important causes

says Strudas ldquoWe have our annual winetasting the

Frog Hunt and others throughout the yearrdquo she says

ldquoOne of our favorite projects for our community is our

talent show which we do in the spring for kindergarten

through 12th grade and anyone is eligible from public

school private school or homeschool as long as they

19DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

are in the Duneland district All of the money raised

goes to the Natural Helpers program who help to

coordinate the show We pack the place every year

and itrsquos held at the high school auditorium We raise

about $10000 on the wine tasting and all of that

money goes into our child abuse prevention funds so

the funds are given to these programs through grants

Only our dues go toward operation costs but the funds

we raise go to these programsrdquo

Supporting Duneland youth and prevention of child

abuse is vital to the work the members of the Duneland

Exchange Club perform ldquoThere is such a problem in

our country with child abuse and neglect and you

always want to do something to help and this is a real

concrete way to help out and make an impact There

is a wonderful satisfaction in being a part of the

community Itrsquos a loving wonderful town and you

really get to see the heart of the people We welcome

new members We meet the first and third Thursday

of each month at 7 am at Round the Clock in

Chesterton and anyone is welcome to come and see

what the club is all aboutrdquo Strudas says

ldquoldquoThere are many groups we donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request money through grants and some we have just

always helped out in any way we can

Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos December Youth of the Month Bethany Van Drie Her parents Jeff and Katherine Van Drie with Duneland Exchange Club member Dr Daniel Keilman

Dawn Ruge enjoys the Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos Wine and Canvas event

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YEARS 19752015 WWWPORTERSTARKEORG

a Vision for Our Community

Health balance and hope for everyoneAnyone in crisis

Anyone seeking care

Anyone wanting more

Our community needs quality mental health and wellness services

Porter-Starke Services was created to fulfill that need in 1975 and we continue to do so 40 years later

See how it all began view a historical timeline of Porter-Starke Services atwwwporterstarkeorg40years

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201522

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stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

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zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201532

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

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above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

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rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

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sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

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gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

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chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

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Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

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19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

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tortilla Top it all off with a beignet or a scoop of Valpo

Velvet ice cream

Located in the site of the former Hooligans Malone

is certain to point out that Craft House is a much

different vibe ldquoWe have no dancefloor but we feature

acoustic music on Friday and Saturday There is

something for everybody on our menu and we try to

feature items for vegetarians and have gluten-free

options We have a number of specials too Wednesday

night is our light bite menu which features smaller

appetizer plates so you can get a couple and share

Monday is half-priced drafts and Tuesday is half-

priced bottles of wine Friday and Saturday we have

a different dinner special in addition to the menu

The atmosphere here is family friendly and smoke

free We have a lot of meeting space and you can

watch any sporting event on one of our 27 televisions

Itrsquos just a great place to meet with a group or another

couple watch a game or sit on the outdoor patio in

the summerrdquo Malone says

Craft House can accommodate anywhere from one

person to groups of up to 150 Beer selections include

stouts IPAs pilsners cream ales porters saisons

lagers and ciders from breweries both local and

national such as Bellrsquos Shoreline Lucky Stone Pub

18th Street Greenbush Burn lsquoEm Founders

Lagunitas Three Floyds and Two Brothers The

owners come to visit each table and ask how the meal

is tasting and staff is friendly and attentive Live

music is frequently featured but when not on stage

classic rock from the likes of Aerosmith and Boston

jams throughout the large yet cozy atmosphere There

is also an upstairs level that is available for groups or

events They offer an appetizer buffet dinner buffet

and many other food options The Loft Room has its

own private full-service bar and the view of Chesterton

is unlike any other

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560-4 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN 46304

office on Indian Boundary Road (next to Walgreens) for 28 years

Wersquore Local Wersquore Global

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Craft House features 17 craft beers on tap and over 50 craft bottles

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201516

ldquoWhen Porter-Starke Services

first started there was a heavy

emphasis on inpatient psychiatric

treatment and although this

crisis service is still very

important to us and individuals

in our community it is now only

one part of our continuum of

carerdquo said Rocco Schiralli

President and CEO of Porter-

Starke Services ldquoSince we opened

40 years ago research has taught us a great deal about

the human brain and the best practices to deliver care

We have also worked hard to integrate treatment of

the mind and body These are just a few examples

of how we continue to evolverdquo Schiralli said

With a mission dedicated to enhancing the quality of

life in our community through prevention treatment

education and research Porter-Starke Services has

transformed lives throughout Northwest Indiana The

not-for-profit organization continues to provide

outpatient mental health and addiction services for

adults children and families Additionally

partnerships extend their circle of care to the

community to include prevention services including

screening for depression anxiety and substance abuse

at local hospitals and clinics The organization also

provides addiction treatment to inmates at the Porter

County Jail and counseling at local school

corporations among many others Porter-Starke

Services developed these programs in response to

unique needs in the community

Mental health services have changed as have our

attitudes toward them ldquoHistorically individuals with

mental health issues werenrsquot treated very well in our

country but society has seen this shift for the better

in the past 40 yearsrdquo said Elliott Miller Director of

Marketing amp Development Schiralli added ldquoIt has

improved but we still have a long way to go That

applies to any population that is stigmatized not just

mental health and addiction but any group that has

been subject to discrimination And this stigma is

something we continually strive to eliminaterdquo

ldquoThe truth is one in four people nationwide experience

this Year porter-starke services ceLebrates their 40th anniversarY over the course of those four DecaDes

MentaL heaLth treatMent has aDvanceD treMenDousLY

Timeline of major milesTones Porter-starke services is a compassionate and dedicated organization committed to the health and well-being of our community a major impetus for change began in 1953 when the mental Health association of Porter County was established which later provided seed money to build the first Porter-Starke services facility in 1967 laPorte-Porter-starke services was formed by 36 volunteers with a budget of $2000 to develop local community partnerships secure funding and ultimately lay the groundwork for what would later become Porter-starke services in 1974 start-up funding was secured state funds were granted to Porter-starke services to provide inpatient hospitalization partial hospitalization outpatient emergency consultation and education services in 1975 Porter-starke services opened with a 14-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital The main office was staffed with just one employee space was leased to provide outpatient services in Knox One year later the Portage office opened in 1990 residential services expanded into Valparaiso and in 1992 the Valparaiso Campus added an outpatient facility To grow and enhance therapeutic services Porter-starke services purchased the building at 601 Wall street services and facilities continued to expand over the years By 2013 Porter-starke services served a record 11000 people

reCenT aWards earned By PorTer-sTarKe serViCes 2014 Best Practice Honors (american Psychological association)

2013 Psychologically Healthy Workplace award (indiana Psychological association)

2011 Outstanding Nonprofit organization award (Porter County Community foundation)

2010 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

2010 Community improvement award (Portage Chamber of Commerce)

2008 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

porter-starke services Celebrating 40 years

of Mental Health in Porter and Starke County

Rocco Schiralli President and CEO

Rendering of 701 Wall Street

Pictured (l-r) Lee Grogg Arthur Malasto Herman Schumacher John Schumacher and Merle Miller view a

model of the 701 Wall Street building at the groundbreaking ceremony held October 10 1974 in Valparaiso Indiana

In the early 1950s Mental Health America issues a call to asylums across the country to remove and

send in their discarded chains and shackles On April 13 1956 at the McShane Bell Foundry in

Baltimore Maryland Mental Health America melts down the bindings recasting them into the Mental

Health Bell Photo courtesy of Mental Health America wwwmentalhealthamericanet

17DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

a mental illness or addiction but sometimes individuals

donrsquot feel they have a reason to care unless they are

personally connected to the issuerdquo said Miller Schiralli

continues ldquoWe would like to see a community that

truly cares for mental health and is aware of its

importance Why should mental illness be any different

than diabetes heart disease or cancerrdquo

In addition to greater acceptance Miller says he hopes

mental health services will continue to evolve in the

future ldquoOur compassionate dedicated staff of 220

employees as well as our volunteers and partners

will continue to serve the community day in and day

out and drive positive changerdquo Schiralli agrees ldquoI

envision Porter-Starke Services as the best place to

work and the best place to receive care Thatrsquos the

expectation we set Wersquove invested a great deal of our

time effort and resources into achieving these goals

with our employees and clients Wersquove been recognized

for some of these accomplishments but we always

challenge ourselves to improve We want to be

innovative ndash to implement best practices and initiatives

in our industry that the typical healthcare center may

not venture into Itrsquos the right thing to do because it

will best serve our community We continue to develop

local partnerships to provide the highest quality

healthcare Each day we work to inspire everyone to

advance health balance and hoperdquo

From left to rightAileen Wehren Vice President of Systems Administration (standing)Dr Anand Popli Medical Director (standing)Sandy Carlson Vice President of Clinical Services (sitting)Rocco Schiralli PresidentCEO (sitting)Mary Idstein Chief Financial Officer (standing)

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201518

Duneland Exchange Club maKing a differenCe in the lives of area youth

tthe DuneLanD exchange cLub is a chapter of the nationaL exchange cLub an organization that works to Make our coMMunities better pLaces to Live

The National Exchange Club is the oldest service

organization in the country with more than 650 local

clubs throughout the US and Puerto Rico including

one right here in Duneland The National Exchange

Club was founded March 27 1911 in Detroit and today

the club has grown to include nearly 20000 members

Through the Programs of Service ndash Americanism

Community Service and youth Programs ndash members

support activities that benefit youth promote pride

in our country and honor military and public service

providers to name a few The prevention of child

abuse is Exchangersquos National Project

Pam Strudas past president of the Duneland Exchange

Club says that this cause of child abuse prevention

is critical to their work as members ldquoOur main focus

as a group is prevention of child abuse Most of our

efforts are fundraisers geared toward helping that

cause We donate to several different groups that

support that cause such as Dunebrook (a not-for-

profit organization in Michigan City and Valparaiso

that provides child prevention services

advocates for children and provides

positive family support and education)

We fund the Body Safety Program that

we have had in the Duneland Schools

for several years now This is an

empowerment program for children to

know their bodies what is not

appropriate for adults to do or touch

and to tell them it is NEVER their fault

and it IS okay to tell an adult they know

and trust It is a positive energetic

educational program for young children to learn the

awkward terms and things that parents and

teachers donrsquot like to talk aboutrdquo Strudas says

Although child abuse prevention is the main area of

focus for the club members are also dedicated to other

service projects as well ldquoThere are many groups we

donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request

money through grants and some we have just always

helped out in any way we can We recognize youth in

our community with the Duneland Exchange Club

youth of the Month This is given to a high school

senior identified through the guidance counselor We

also recognize our Citizen of the Month which is for

4th through 6th graders which are identified through

teacher recommendation We have an Americanism

Project called ldquoProudly We Hailrdquo This recognition is

given to a business or citizen who regularly displays

the American flag correctly We have an essayposter

contest for 7th and 8th graders called ldquoOne Nation

under Godrdquo where students write about what the

Pledge of Allegiance means to them We recognize

winners with a certificate and cash award There is

also a regional and national level that the students

can go on to compete inrdquo

There are a number of ways that the Duneland

Exchange Club raises funds for these important causes

says Strudas ldquoWe have our annual winetasting the

Frog Hunt and others throughout the yearrdquo she says

ldquoOne of our favorite projects for our community is our

talent show which we do in the spring for kindergarten

through 12th grade and anyone is eligible from public

school private school or homeschool as long as they

19DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

are in the Duneland district All of the money raised

goes to the Natural Helpers program who help to

coordinate the show We pack the place every year

and itrsquos held at the high school auditorium We raise

about $10000 on the wine tasting and all of that

money goes into our child abuse prevention funds so

the funds are given to these programs through grants

Only our dues go toward operation costs but the funds

we raise go to these programsrdquo

Supporting Duneland youth and prevention of child

abuse is vital to the work the members of the Duneland

Exchange Club perform ldquoThere is such a problem in

our country with child abuse and neglect and you

always want to do something to help and this is a real

concrete way to help out and make an impact There

is a wonderful satisfaction in being a part of the

community Itrsquos a loving wonderful town and you

really get to see the heart of the people We welcome

new members We meet the first and third Thursday

of each month at 7 am at Round the Clock in

Chesterton and anyone is welcome to come and see

what the club is all aboutrdquo Strudas says

ldquoldquoThere are many groups we donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request money through grants and some we have just

always helped out in any way we can

Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos December Youth of the Month Bethany Van Drie Her parents Jeff and Katherine Van Drie with Duneland Exchange Club member Dr Daniel Keilman

Dawn Ruge enjoys the Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos Wine and Canvas event

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YEARS 19752015 WWWPORTERSTARKEORG

a Vision for Our Community

Health balance and hope for everyoneAnyone in crisis

Anyone seeking care

Anyone wanting more

Our community needs quality mental health and wellness services

Porter-Starke Services was created to fulfill that need in 1975 and we continue to do so 40 years later

See how it all began view a historical timeline of Porter-Starke Services atwwwporterstarkeorg40years

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201522

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25DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

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visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

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farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

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the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

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1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

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Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

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frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

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harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

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rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

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south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

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wagnerrsquos 5

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Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

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Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

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Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

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gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

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Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

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DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201516

ldquoWhen Porter-Starke Services

first started there was a heavy

emphasis on inpatient psychiatric

treatment and although this

crisis service is still very

important to us and individuals

in our community it is now only

one part of our continuum of

carerdquo said Rocco Schiralli

President and CEO of Porter-

Starke Services ldquoSince we opened

40 years ago research has taught us a great deal about

the human brain and the best practices to deliver care

We have also worked hard to integrate treatment of

the mind and body These are just a few examples

of how we continue to evolverdquo Schiralli said

With a mission dedicated to enhancing the quality of

life in our community through prevention treatment

education and research Porter-Starke Services has

transformed lives throughout Northwest Indiana The

not-for-profit organization continues to provide

outpatient mental health and addiction services for

adults children and families Additionally

partnerships extend their circle of care to the

community to include prevention services including

screening for depression anxiety and substance abuse

at local hospitals and clinics The organization also

provides addiction treatment to inmates at the Porter

County Jail and counseling at local school

corporations among many others Porter-Starke

Services developed these programs in response to

unique needs in the community

Mental health services have changed as have our

attitudes toward them ldquoHistorically individuals with

mental health issues werenrsquot treated very well in our

country but society has seen this shift for the better

in the past 40 yearsrdquo said Elliott Miller Director of

Marketing amp Development Schiralli added ldquoIt has

improved but we still have a long way to go That

applies to any population that is stigmatized not just

mental health and addiction but any group that has

been subject to discrimination And this stigma is

something we continually strive to eliminaterdquo

ldquoThe truth is one in four people nationwide experience

this Year porter-starke services ceLebrates their 40th anniversarY over the course of those four DecaDes

MentaL heaLth treatMent has aDvanceD treMenDousLY

Timeline of major milesTones Porter-starke services is a compassionate and dedicated organization committed to the health and well-being of our community a major impetus for change began in 1953 when the mental Health association of Porter County was established which later provided seed money to build the first Porter-Starke services facility in 1967 laPorte-Porter-starke services was formed by 36 volunteers with a budget of $2000 to develop local community partnerships secure funding and ultimately lay the groundwork for what would later become Porter-starke services in 1974 start-up funding was secured state funds were granted to Porter-starke services to provide inpatient hospitalization partial hospitalization outpatient emergency consultation and education services in 1975 Porter-starke services opened with a 14-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital The main office was staffed with just one employee space was leased to provide outpatient services in Knox One year later the Portage office opened in 1990 residential services expanded into Valparaiso and in 1992 the Valparaiso Campus added an outpatient facility To grow and enhance therapeutic services Porter-starke services purchased the building at 601 Wall street services and facilities continued to expand over the years By 2013 Porter-starke services served a record 11000 people

reCenT aWards earned By PorTer-sTarKe serViCes 2014 Best Practice Honors (american Psychological association)

2013 Psychologically Healthy Workplace award (indiana Psychological association)

2011 Outstanding Nonprofit organization award (Porter County Community foundation)

2010 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

2010 Community improvement award (Portage Chamber of Commerce)

2008 special Project exemplary award (indiana Primary Healthcare association)

porter-starke services Celebrating 40 years

of Mental Health in Porter and Starke County

Rocco Schiralli President and CEO

Rendering of 701 Wall Street

Pictured (l-r) Lee Grogg Arthur Malasto Herman Schumacher John Schumacher and Merle Miller view a

model of the 701 Wall Street building at the groundbreaking ceremony held October 10 1974 in Valparaiso Indiana

In the early 1950s Mental Health America issues a call to asylums across the country to remove and

send in their discarded chains and shackles On April 13 1956 at the McShane Bell Foundry in

Baltimore Maryland Mental Health America melts down the bindings recasting them into the Mental

Health Bell Photo courtesy of Mental Health America wwwmentalhealthamericanet

17DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

a mental illness or addiction but sometimes individuals

donrsquot feel they have a reason to care unless they are

personally connected to the issuerdquo said Miller Schiralli

continues ldquoWe would like to see a community that

truly cares for mental health and is aware of its

importance Why should mental illness be any different

than diabetes heart disease or cancerrdquo

In addition to greater acceptance Miller says he hopes

mental health services will continue to evolve in the

future ldquoOur compassionate dedicated staff of 220

employees as well as our volunteers and partners

will continue to serve the community day in and day

out and drive positive changerdquo Schiralli agrees ldquoI

envision Porter-Starke Services as the best place to

work and the best place to receive care Thatrsquos the

expectation we set Wersquove invested a great deal of our

time effort and resources into achieving these goals

with our employees and clients Wersquove been recognized

for some of these accomplishments but we always

challenge ourselves to improve We want to be

innovative ndash to implement best practices and initiatives

in our industry that the typical healthcare center may

not venture into Itrsquos the right thing to do because it

will best serve our community We continue to develop

local partnerships to provide the highest quality

healthcare Each day we work to inspire everyone to

advance health balance and hoperdquo

From left to rightAileen Wehren Vice President of Systems Administration (standing)Dr Anand Popli Medical Director (standing)Sandy Carlson Vice President of Clinical Services (sitting)Rocco Schiralli PresidentCEO (sitting)Mary Idstein Chief Financial Officer (standing)

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201518

Duneland Exchange Club maKing a differenCe in the lives of area youth

tthe DuneLanD exchange cLub is a chapter of the nationaL exchange cLub an organization that works to Make our coMMunities better pLaces to Live

The National Exchange Club is the oldest service

organization in the country with more than 650 local

clubs throughout the US and Puerto Rico including

one right here in Duneland The National Exchange

Club was founded March 27 1911 in Detroit and today

the club has grown to include nearly 20000 members

Through the Programs of Service ndash Americanism

Community Service and youth Programs ndash members

support activities that benefit youth promote pride

in our country and honor military and public service

providers to name a few The prevention of child

abuse is Exchangersquos National Project

Pam Strudas past president of the Duneland Exchange

Club says that this cause of child abuse prevention

is critical to their work as members ldquoOur main focus

as a group is prevention of child abuse Most of our

efforts are fundraisers geared toward helping that

cause We donate to several different groups that

support that cause such as Dunebrook (a not-for-

profit organization in Michigan City and Valparaiso

that provides child prevention services

advocates for children and provides

positive family support and education)

We fund the Body Safety Program that

we have had in the Duneland Schools

for several years now This is an

empowerment program for children to

know their bodies what is not

appropriate for adults to do or touch

and to tell them it is NEVER their fault

and it IS okay to tell an adult they know

and trust It is a positive energetic

educational program for young children to learn the

awkward terms and things that parents and

teachers donrsquot like to talk aboutrdquo Strudas says

Although child abuse prevention is the main area of

focus for the club members are also dedicated to other

service projects as well ldquoThere are many groups we

donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request

money through grants and some we have just always

helped out in any way we can We recognize youth in

our community with the Duneland Exchange Club

youth of the Month This is given to a high school

senior identified through the guidance counselor We

also recognize our Citizen of the Month which is for

4th through 6th graders which are identified through

teacher recommendation We have an Americanism

Project called ldquoProudly We Hailrdquo This recognition is

given to a business or citizen who regularly displays

the American flag correctly We have an essayposter

contest for 7th and 8th graders called ldquoOne Nation

under Godrdquo where students write about what the

Pledge of Allegiance means to them We recognize

winners with a certificate and cash award There is

also a regional and national level that the students

can go on to compete inrdquo

There are a number of ways that the Duneland

Exchange Club raises funds for these important causes

says Strudas ldquoWe have our annual winetasting the

Frog Hunt and others throughout the yearrdquo she says

ldquoOne of our favorite projects for our community is our

talent show which we do in the spring for kindergarten

through 12th grade and anyone is eligible from public

school private school or homeschool as long as they

19DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

are in the Duneland district All of the money raised

goes to the Natural Helpers program who help to

coordinate the show We pack the place every year

and itrsquos held at the high school auditorium We raise

about $10000 on the wine tasting and all of that

money goes into our child abuse prevention funds so

the funds are given to these programs through grants

Only our dues go toward operation costs but the funds

we raise go to these programsrdquo

Supporting Duneland youth and prevention of child

abuse is vital to the work the members of the Duneland

Exchange Club perform ldquoThere is such a problem in

our country with child abuse and neglect and you

always want to do something to help and this is a real

concrete way to help out and make an impact There

is a wonderful satisfaction in being a part of the

community Itrsquos a loving wonderful town and you

really get to see the heart of the people We welcome

new members We meet the first and third Thursday

of each month at 7 am at Round the Clock in

Chesterton and anyone is welcome to come and see

what the club is all aboutrdquo Strudas says

ldquoldquoThere are many groups we donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request money through grants and some we have just

always helped out in any way we can

Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos December Youth of the Month Bethany Van Drie Her parents Jeff and Katherine Van Drie with Duneland Exchange Club member Dr Daniel Keilman

Dawn Ruge enjoys the Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos Wine and Canvas event

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YEARS 19752015 WWWPORTERSTARKEORG

a Vision for Our Community

Health balance and hope for everyoneAnyone in crisis

Anyone seeking care

Anyone wanting more

Our community needs quality mental health and wellness services

Porter-Starke Services was created to fulfill that need in 1975 and we continue to do so 40 years later

See how it all began view a historical timeline of Porter-Starke Services atwwwporterstarkeorg40years

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201522

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25DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

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visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

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from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

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farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

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Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

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sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

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1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

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11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

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60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

TO REGISTER TAKE A CLUB TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT TODAY521 W 1100 N | Chesterton IN(219) 926-9770 | bgcpocoorg

53Chase Bank

391st source Bank - Chesterton south

Pinkerton oil Co inc

aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

Hersquos here for you when you need him most

770 Indian Boundary Road (219) 921-2000

MEET FRED

LEARN MORE AT wwwHEAD2FREDorg

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

17DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

a mental illness or addiction but sometimes individuals

donrsquot feel they have a reason to care unless they are

personally connected to the issuerdquo said Miller Schiralli

continues ldquoWe would like to see a community that

truly cares for mental health and is aware of its

importance Why should mental illness be any different

than diabetes heart disease or cancerrdquo

In addition to greater acceptance Miller says he hopes

mental health services will continue to evolve in the

future ldquoOur compassionate dedicated staff of 220

employees as well as our volunteers and partners

will continue to serve the community day in and day

out and drive positive changerdquo Schiralli agrees ldquoI

envision Porter-Starke Services as the best place to

work and the best place to receive care Thatrsquos the

expectation we set Wersquove invested a great deal of our

time effort and resources into achieving these goals

with our employees and clients Wersquove been recognized

for some of these accomplishments but we always

challenge ourselves to improve We want to be

innovative ndash to implement best practices and initiatives

in our industry that the typical healthcare center may

not venture into Itrsquos the right thing to do because it

will best serve our community We continue to develop

local partnerships to provide the highest quality

healthcare Each day we work to inspire everyone to

advance health balance and hoperdquo

From left to rightAileen Wehren Vice President of Systems Administration (standing)Dr Anand Popli Medical Director (standing)Sandy Carlson Vice President of Clinical Services (sitting)Rocco Schiralli PresidentCEO (sitting)Mary Idstein Chief Financial Officer (standing)

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201518

Duneland Exchange Club maKing a differenCe in the lives of area youth

tthe DuneLanD exchange cLub is a chapter of the nationaL exchange cLub an organization that works to Make our coMMunities better pLaces to Live

The National Exchange Club is the oldest service

organization in the country with more than 650 local

clubs throughout the US and Puerto Rico including

one right here in Duneland The National Exchange

Club was founded March 27 1911 in Detroit and today

the club has grown to include nearly 20000 members

Through the Programs of Service ndash Americanism

Community Service and youth Programs ndash members

support activities that benefit youth promote pride

in our country and honor military and public service

providers to name a few The prevention of child

abuse is Exchangersquos National Project

Pam Strudas past president of the Duneland Exchange

Club says that this cause of child abuse prevention

is critical to their work as members ldquoOur main focus

as a group is prevention of child abuse Most of our

efforts are fundraisers geared toward helping that

cause We donate to several different groups that

support that cause such as Dunebrook (a not-for-

profit organization in Michigan City and Valparaiso

that provides child prevention services

advocates for children and provides

positive family support and education)

We fund the Body Safety Program that

we have had in the Duneland Schools

for several years now This is an

empowerment program for children to

know their bodies what is not

appropriate for adults to do or touch

and to tell them it is NEVER their fault

and it IS okay to tell an adult they know

and trust It is a positive energetic

educational program for young children to learn the

awkward terms and things that parents and

teachers donrsquot like to talk aboutrdquo Strudas says

Although child abuse prevention is the main area of

focus for the club members are also dedicated to other

service projects as well ldquoThere are many groups we

donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request

money through grants and some we have just always

helped out in any way we can We recognize youth in

our community with the Duneland Exchange Club

youth of the Month This is given to a high school

senior identified through the guidance counselor We

also recognize our Citizen of the Month which is for

4th through 6th graders which are identified through

teacher recommendation We have an Americanism

Project called ldquoProudly We Hailrdquo This recognition is

given to a business or citizen who regularly displays

the American flag correctly We have an essayposter

contest for 7th and 8th graders called ldquoOne Nation

under Godrdquo where students write about what the

Pledge of Allegiance means to them We recognize

winners with a certificate and cash award There is

also a regional and national level that the students

can go on to compete inrdquo

There are a number of ways that the Duneland

Exchange Club raises funds for these important causes

says Strudas ldquoWe have our annual winetasting the

Frog Hunt and others throughout the yearrdquo she says

ldquoOne of our favorite projects for our community is our

talent show which we do in the spring for kindergarten

through 12th grade and anyone is eligible from public

school private school or homeschool as long as they

19DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

are in the Duneland district All of the money raised

goes to the Natural Helpers program who help to

coordinate the show We pack the place every year

and itrsquos held at the high school auditorium We raise

about $10000 on the wine tasting and all of that

money goes into our child abuse prevention funds so

the funds are given to these programs through grants

Only our dues go toward operation costs but the funds

we raise go to these programsrdquo

Supporting Duneland youth and prevention of child

abuse is vital to the work the members of the Duneland

Exchange Club perform ldquoThere is such a problem in

our country with child abuse and neglect and you

always want to do something to help and this is a real

concrete way to help out and make an impact There

is a wonderful satisfaction in being a part of the

community Itrsquos a loving wonderful town and you

really get to see the heart of the people We welcome

new members We meet the first and third Thursday

of each month at 7 am at Round the Clock in

Chesterton and anyone is welcome to come and see

what the club is all aboutrdquo Strudas says

ldquoldquoThere are many groups we donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request money through grants and some we have just

always helped out in any way we can

Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos December Youth of the Month Bethany Van Drie Her parents Jeff and Katherine Van Drie with Duneland Exchange Club member Dr Daniel Keilman

Dawn Ruge enjoys the Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos Wine and Canvas event

PAM STRUDASPasT Pres idenT of THe

duneland exCHange CluB

making

WavesBrought to you by

riBBon CuTTings 1 october 7 hungry inc 2 october 22 hot Diggity Dawg 3 november 12 Lakeside wealth Management group LLc 4 november 19 hairrsquos the thing 5 January 6 Mindful nourishment LLc

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201520

4

1

2

3

5

21DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

YEARS 19752015 WWWPORTERSTARKEORG

a Vision for Our Community

Health balance and hope for everyoneAnyone in crisis

Anyone seeking care

Anyone wanting more

Our community needs quality mental health and wellness services

Porter-Starke Services was created to fulfill that need in 1975 and we continue to do so 40 years later

See how it all began view a historical timeline of Porter-Starke Services atwwwporterstarkeorg40years

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201522

making

Waves6

7

oCToBer 8 2014 ndash afTer Hours Tudor floors CarPeT one 6 bill higby of porter county community foundation and ann Lichnerowicz of edible arrangements 7 candace arvin of home helpers kristina koliboski of Duneland chamber of commerce and karl tatgenhorst

oCToBer 24 2014 ndash TriCK or TreaT doWnToWn oCToBer 25 2014 ndash PumPKin Palooza

Premier Partner Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Centier Bank Horizon BankSilver Sponsors

Dune

land C

hamb

er of

Comm

erce

2015

Annu

al Sp

onso

rsBrought to you by

23DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

noVemBer 20 2014 afTer Hours oPPorTuniTy enTerPrises framing ConCePTs 8 karl tatgenhorst 9 pat baur of framing concepts

making

Waves

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201524

8

10 11

9

Brought to you by

noVemBer 29 2014 ndash HomeToWn Holiday CeleBraTion 10 carriage rides through downtown chesterton 11 Road to Life ChurchThe Living Room Frozen themed parade float

25DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

making

WavesdeCemBer 3 2014 ndash CHamBer Holiday ParTy 12 emily hoge of Duneland family YMca 13 Musician gerry hundt 14 Jim starin of starin Marketing inc and scott Mundell of franciscan alliance 15 kim krass-Morganelli of hot Diggity Dawg reginald and Maureen blouin of parsquos work shop and kim white of kernels and kones

14 15

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13

12

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Stop in and ask about our easy-to-join Coop

Vitamin and Herbal SupplementsAll Natural Health and Beauty Products

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Vitamin and Herbal Supplements bull All Natural Health andBeauty Products bull Homeopathic Remedies

bullTherapeutic Grade Essential Oils bull Nutritional Counseling

Bring in this ad and receive 20 OFF your favorite supplementNowThrough May 31 2011

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Chesterton UMC Where Love IsBlended Service 815 am

Open Door Contemporary Service 930 am Tradional Service 1045 am

434 2nd Street Chesterton (219) 926-1478 wwwchestertonumcorg

wwwchestertonfeedcom

Chesterton Feed

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Waves

16

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201528

17

Brought to you by

deCemBer 6 2014 ndash misTleToe marKeT 16 zack kinsey of alicersquos toy boutique 17 nick albano of pasta by albano

january 14 2015 ndash afTer Hours mCColly real esTaTe 18 Laurie wehner-evans of porter regional hospital and bob capehart of arcelor Mittal 19 James and nancy Dworkin of purdue university north central

18

19

29DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

757 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN (219) 395-9890

wwwelsaltorestaurantcomVisit our other locations in

Valparaiso Munster amp Merrillville

We Cater All Events

851 Indian Boundary Rd

Karol SiwietzMortgage Loan OriginatorNMLS 435753

C 2199295052karolsthelpsbcom

thelpsbcom

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201530

dining

dining

dining

dining

LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

325 N Calumet Rd

wwwGeorgesGyrosSpotcomChesterton

Glasses Next Day Eye Exams Glasses amp Contacts Distinct Eyewear Walk-ins amp Outside Rx Welcome

Over 500 Sunglasses Ready-to-Wear or RX Suns 25 Brands in Stock Sunglasses for All AgesSun amp Sport

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Help us welcome the newest members of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce community We look forward to a prosperous and profitable future

aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201532

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

31

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

TO REGISTER TAKE A CLUB TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT TODAY521 W 1100 N | Chesterton IN(219) 926-9770 | bgcpocoorg

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DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201518

Duneland Exchange Club maKing a differenCe in the lives of area youth

tthe DuneLanD exchange cLub is a chapter of the nationaL exchange cLub an organization that works to Make our coMMunities better pLaces to Live

The National Exchange Club is the oldest service

organization in the country with more than 650 local

clubs throughout the US and Puerto Rico including

one right here in Duneland The National Exchange

Club was founded March 27 1911 in Detroit and today

the club has grown to include nearly 20000 members

Through the Programs of Service ndash Americanism

Community Service and youth Programs ndash members

support activities that benefit youth promote pride

in our country and honor military and public service

providers to name a few The prevention of child

abuse is Exchangersquos National Project

Pam Strudas past president of the Duneland Exchange

Club says that this cause of child abuse prevention

is critical to their work as members ldquoOur main focus

as a group is prevention of child abuse Most of our

efforts are fundraisers geared toward helping that

cause We donate to several different groups that

support that cause such as Dunebrook (a not-for-

profit organization in Michigan City and Valparaiso

that provides child prevention services

advocates for children and provides

positive family support and education)

We fund the Body Safety Program that

we have had in the Duneland Schools

for several years now This is an

empowerment program for children to

know their bodies what is not

appropriate for adults to do or touch

and to tell them it is NEVER their fault

and it IS okay to tell an adult they know

and trust It is a positive energetic

educational program for young children to learn the

awkward terms and things that parents and

teachers donrsquot like to talk aboutrdquo Strudas says

Although child abuse prevention is the main area of

focus for the club members are also dedicated to other

service projects as well ldquoThere are many groups we

donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request

money through grants and some we have just always

helped out in any way we can We recognize youth in

our community with the Duneland Exchange Club

youth of the Month This is given to a high school

senior identified through the guidance counselor We

also recognize our Citizen of the Month which is for

4th through 6th graders which are identified through

teacher recommendation We have an Americanism

Project called ldquoProudly We Hailrdquo This recognition is

given to a business or citizen who regularly displays

the American flag correctly We have an essayposter

contest for 7th and 8th graders called ldquoOne Nation

under Godrdquo where students write about what the

Pledge of Allegiance means to them We recognize

winners with a certificate and cash award There is

also a regional and national level that the students

can go on to compete inrdquo

There are a number of ways that the Duneland

Exchange Club raises funds for these important causes

says Strudas ldquoWe have our annual winetasting the

Frog Hunt and others throughout the yearrdquo she says

ldquoOne of our favorite projects for our community is our

talent show which we do in the spring for kindergarten

through 12th grade and anyone is eligible from public

school private school or homeschool as long as they

19DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

are in the Duneland district All of the money raised

goes to the Natural Helpers program who help to

coordinate the show We pack the place every year

and itrsquos held at the high school auditorium We raise

about $10000 on the wine tasting and all of that

money goes into our child abuse prevention funds so

the funds are given to these programs through grants

Only our dues go toward operation costs but the funds

we raise go to these programsrdquo

Supporting Duneland youth and prevention of child

abuse is vital to the work the members of the Duneland

Exchange Club perform ldquoThere is such a problem in

our country with child abuse and neglect and you

always want to do something to help and this is a real

concrete way to help out and make an impact There

is a wonderful satisfaction in being a part of the

community Itrsquos a loving wonderful town and you

really get to see the heart of the people We welcome

new members We meet the first and third Thursday

of each month at 7 am at Round the Clock in

Chesterton and anyone is welcome to come and see

what the club is all aboutrdquo Strudas says

ldquoldquoThere are many groups we donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request money through grants and some we have just

always helped out in any way we can

Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos December Youth of the Month Bethany Van Drie Her parents Jeff and Katherine Van Drie with Duneland Exchange Club member Dr Daniel Keilman

Dawn Ruge enjoys the Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos Wine and Canvas event

PAM STRUDASPasT Pres idenT of THe

duneland exCHange CluB

making

WavesBrought to you by

riBBon CuTTings 1 october 7 hungry inc 2 october 22 hot Diggity Dawg 3 november 12 Lakeside wealth Management group LLc 4 november 19 hairrsquos the thing 5 January 6 Mindful nourishment LLc

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201520

4

1

2

3

5

21DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

YEARS 19752015 WWWPORTERSTARKEORG

a Vision for Our Community

Health balance and hope for everyoneAnyone in crisis

Anyone seeking care

Anyone wanting more

Our community needs quality mental health and wellness services

Porter-Starke Services was created to fulfill that need in 1975 and we continue to do so 40 years later

See how it all began view a historical timeline of Porter-Starke Services atwwwporterstarkeorg40years

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201522

making

Waves6

7

oCToBer 8 2014 ndash afTer Hours Tudor floors CarPeT one 6 bill higby of porter county community foundation and ann Lichnerowicz of edible arrangements 7 candace arvin of home helpers kristina koliboski of Duneland chamber of commerce and karl tatgenhorst

oCToBer 24 2014 ndash TriCK or TreaT doWnToWn oCToBer 25 2014 ndash PumPKin Palooza

Premier Partner Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Centier Bank Horizon BankSilver Sponsors

Dune

land C

hamb

er of

Comm

erce

2015

Annu

al Sp

onso

rsBrought to you by

23DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

noVemBer 20 2014 afTer Hours oPPorTuniTy enTerPrises framing ConCePTs 8 karl tatgenhorst 9 pat baur of framing concepts

making

Waves

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201524

8

10 11

9

Brought to you by

noVemBer 29 2014 ndash HomeToWn Holiday CeleBraTion 10 carriage rides through downtown chesterton 11 Road to Life ChurchThe Living Room Frozen themed parade float

25DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

making

WavesdeCemBer 3 2014 ndash CHamBer Holiday ParTy 12 emily hoge of Duneland family YMca 13 Musician gerry hundt 14 Jim starin of starin Marketing inc and scott Mundell of franciscan alliance 15 kim krass-Morganelli of hot Diggity Dawg reginald and Maureen blouin of parsquos work shop and kim white of kernels and kones

14 15

Brought to you by

13

12

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201526

27DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

Stop in and ask about our easy-to-join Coop

Vitamin and Herbal SupplementsAll Natural Health and Beauty Products

Homeopathic Remedies

wwwnaturescupboardonlinecom1806 US Hwy 20 Michigan City IN 219-874-2335

757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 Chesterton IN 219-926-4647

Looking for Fresh Organic Produce

1806 US Hwy 20 bull Michigan City IN bull 219-874-2335757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 bull Chesterton IN bull 219-926-4647

Vitamin and Herbal Supplements bull All Natural Health andBeauty Products bull Homeopathic Remedies

bullTherapeutic Grade Essential Oils bull Nutritional Counseling

Bring in this ad and receive 20 OFF your favorite supplementNowThrough May 31 2011

Come and experience the secret to true happinessone thought word and deed at a time

Chesterton UMC Where Love IsBlended Service 815 am

Open Door Contemporary Service 930 am Tradional Service 1045 am

434 2nd Street Chesterton (219) 926-1478 wwwchestertonumcorg

wwwchestertonfeedcom

Chesterton Feed

making

Waves

16

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201528

17

Brought to you by

deCemBer 6 2014 ndash misTleToe marKeT 16 zack kinsey of alicersquos toy boutique 17 nick albano of pasta by albano

january 14 2015 ndash afTer Hours mCColly real esTaTe 18 Laurie wehner-evans of porter regional hospital and bob capehart of arcelor Mittal 19 James and nancy Dworkin of purdue university north central

18

19

29DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

757 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN (219) 395-9890

wwwelsaltorestaurantcomVisit our other locations in

Valparaiso Munster amp Merrillville

We Cater All Events

851 Indian Boundary Rd

Karol SiwietzMortgage Loan OriginatorNMLS 435753

C 2199295052karolsthelpsbcom

thelpsbcom

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201530

dining

dining

dining

dining

LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

325 N Calumet Rd

wwwGeorgesGyrosSpotcomChesterton

Glasses Next Day Eye Exams Glasses amp Contacts Distinct Eyewear Walk-ins amp Outside Rx Welcome

Over 500 Sunglasses Ready-to-Wear or RX Suns 25 Brands in Stock Sunglasses for All AgesSun amp Sport

Portage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Sunglasses For Every Lifestyle

request an appointment online at

VisionPointNWicomPortage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Help us welcome the newest members of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce community We look forward to a prosperous and profitable future

aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201532

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

31

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

TO REGISTER TAKE A CLUB TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT TODAY521 W 1100 N | Chesterton IN(219) 926-9770 | bgcpocoorg

53Chase Bank

391st source Bank - Chesterton south

Pinkerton oil Co inc

aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

Hersquos here for you when you need him most

770 Indian Boundary Road (219) 921-2000

MEET FRED

LEARN MORE AT wwwHEAD2FREDorg

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

19DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

are in the Duneland district All of the money raised

goes to the Natural Helpers program who help to

coordinate the show We pack the place every year

and itrsquos held at the high school auditorium We raise

about $10000 on the wine tasting and all of that

money goes into our child abuse prevention funds so

the funds are given to these programs through grants

Only our dues go toward operation costs but the funds

we raise go to these programsrdquo

Supporting Duneland youth and prevention of child

abuse is vital to the work the members of the Duneland

Exchange Club perform ldquoThere is such a problem in

our country with child abuse and neglect and you

always want to do something to help and this is a real

concrete way to help out and make an impact There

is a wonderful satisfaction in being a part of the

community Itrsquos a loving wonderful town and you

really get to see the heart of the people We welcome

new members We meet the first and third Thursday

of each month at 7 am at Round the Clock in

Chesterton and anyone is welcome to come and see

what the club is all aboutrdquo Strudas says

ldquoldquoThere are many groups we donate to A lot of these groups come to us and request money through grants and some we have just

always helped out in any way we can

Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos December Youth of the Month Bethany Van Drie Her parents Jeff and Katherine Van Drie with Duneland Exchange Club member Dr Daniel Keilman

Dawn Ruge enjoys the Duneland Exchange Clubrsquos Wine and Canvas event

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YEARS 19752015 WWWPORTERSTARKEORG

a Vision for Our Community

Health balance and hope for everyoneAnyone in crisis

Anyone seeking care

Anyone wanting more

Our community needs quality mental health and wellness services

Porter-Starke Services was created to fulfill that need in 1975 and we continue to do so 40 years later

See how it all began view a historical timeline of Porter-Starke Services atwwwporterstarkeorg40years

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201522

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oCToBer 8 2014 ndash afTer Hours Tudor floors CarPeT one 6 bill higby of porter county community foundation and ann Lichnerowicz of edible arrangements 7 candace arvin of home helpers kristina koliboski of Duneland chamber of commerce and karl tatgenhorst

oCToBer 24 2014 ndash TriCK or TreaT doWnToWn oCToBer 25 2014 ndash PumPKin Palooza

Premier Partner Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Centier Bank Horizon BankSilver Sponsors

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making

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noVemBer 29 2014 ndash HomeToWn Holiday CeleBraTion 10 carriage rides through downtown chesterton 11 Road to Life ChurchThe Living Room Frozen themed parade float

25DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

making

WavesdeCemBer 3 2014 ndash CHamBer Holiday ParTy 12 emily hoge of Duneland family YMca 13 Musician gerry hundt 14 Jim starin of starin Marketing inc and scott Mundell of franciscan alliance 15 kim krass-Morganelli of hot Diggity Dawg reginald and Maureen blouin of parsquos work shop and kim white of kernels and kones

14 15

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Stop in and ask about our easy-to-join Coop

Vitamin and Herbal SupplementsAll Natural Health and Beauty Products

Homeopathic Remedies

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757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 Chesterton IN 219-926-4647

Looking for Fresh Organic Produce

1806 US Hwy 20 bull Michigan City IN bull 219-874-2335757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 bull Chesterton IN bull 219-926-4647

Vitamin and Herbal Supplements bull All Natural Health andBeauty Products bull Homeopathic Remedies

bullTherapeutic Grade Essential Oils bull Nutritional Counseling

Bring in this ad and receive 20 OFF your favorite supplementNowThrough May 31 2011

Come and experience the secret to true happinessone thought word and deed at a time

Chesterton UMC Where Love IsBlended Service 815 am

Open Door Contemporary Service 930 am Tradional Service 1045 am

434 2nd Street Chesterton (219) 926-1478 wwwchestertonumcorg

wwwchestertonfeedcom

Chesterton Feed

making

Waves

16

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201528

17

Brought to you by

deCemBer 6 2014 ndash misTleToe marKeT 16 zack kinsey of alicersquos toy boutique 17 nick albano of pasta by albano

january 14 2015 ndash afTer Hours mCColly real esTaTe 18 Laurie wehner-evans of porter regional hospital and bob capehart of arcelor Mittal 19 James and nancy Dworkin of purdue university north central

18

19

29DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

757 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN (219) 395-9890

wwwelsaltorestaurantcomVisit our other locations in

Valparaiso Munster amp Merrillville

We Cater All Events

851 Indian Boundary Rd

Karol SiwietzMortgage Loan OriginatorNMLS 435753

C 2199295052karolsthelpsbcom

thelpsbcom

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201530

dining

dining

dining

dining

LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

325 N Calumet Rd

wwwGeorgesGyrosSpotcomChesterton

Glasses Next Day Eye Exams Glasses amp Contacts Distinct Eyewear Walk-ins amp Outside Rx Welcome

Over 500 Sunglasses Ready-to-Wear or RX Suns 25 Brands in Stock Sunglasses for All AgesSun amp Sport

Portage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Sunglasses For Every Lifestyle

request an appointment online at

VisionPointNWicomPortage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Help us welcome the newest members of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce community We look forward to a prosperous and profitable future

aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201532

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

31

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

TO REGISTER TAKE A CLUB TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT TODAY521 W 1100 N | Chesterton IN(219) 926-9770 | bgcpocoorg

53Chase Bank

391st source Bank - Chesterton south

Pinkerton oil Co inc

aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

Hersquos here for you when you need him most

770 Indian Boundary Road (219) 921-2000

MEET FRED

LEARN MORE AT wwwHEAD2FREDorg

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

making

WavesBrought to you by

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DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201520

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1

2

3

5

21DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

YEARS 19752015 WWWPORTERSTARKEORG

a Vision for Our Community

Health balance and hope for everyoneAnyone in crisis

Anyone seeking care

Anyone wanting more

Our community needs quality mental health and wellness services

Porter-Starke Services was created to fulfill that need in 1975 and we continue to do so 40 years later

See how it all began view a historical timeline of Porter-Starke Services atwwwporterstarkeorg40years

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201522

making

Waves6

7

oCToBer 8 2014 ndash afTer Hours Tudor floors CarPeT one 6 bill higby of porter county community foundation and ann Lichnerowicz of edible arrangements 7 candace arvin of home helpers kristina koliboski of Duneland chamber of commerce and karl tatgenhorst

oCToBer 24 2014 ndash TriCK or TreaT doWnToWn oCToBer 25 2014 ndash PumPKin Palooza

Premier Partner Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Centier Bank Horizon BankSilver Sponsors

Dune

land C

hamb

er of

Comm

erce

2015

Annu

al Sp

onso

rsBrought to you by

23DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

noVemBer 20 2014 afTer Hours oPPorTuniTy enTerPrises framing ConCePTs 8 karl tatgenhorst 9 pat baur of framing concepts

making

Waves

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201524

8

10 11

9

Brought to you by

noVemBer 29 2014 ndash HomeToWn Holiday CeleBraTion 10 carriage rides through downtown chesterton 11 Road to Life ChurchThe Living Room Frozen themed parade float

25DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

making

WavesdeCemBer 3 2014 ndash CHamBer Holiday ParTy 12 emily hoge of Duneland family YMca 13 Musician gerry hundt 14 Jim starin of starin Marketing inc and scott Mundell of franciscan alliance 15 kim krass-Morganelli of hot Diggity Dawg reginald and Maureen blouin of parsquos work shop and kim white of kernels and kones

14 15

Brought to you by

13

12

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201526

27DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

Stop in and ask about our easy-to-join Coop

Vitamin and Herbal SupplementsAll Natural Health and Beauty Products

Homeopathic Remedies

wwwnaturescupboardonlinecom1806 US Hwy 20 Michigan City IN 219-874-2335

757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 Chesterton IN 219-926-4647

Looking for Fresh Organic Produce

1806 US Hwy 20 bull Michigan City IN bull 219-874-2335757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 bull Chesterton IN bull 219-926-4647

Vitamin and Herbal Supplements bull All Natural Health andBeauty Products bull Homeopathic Remedies

bullTherapeutic Grade Essential Oils bull Nutritional Counseling

Bring in this ad and receive 20 OFF your favorite supplementNowThrough May 31 2011

Come and experience the secret to true happinessone thought word and deed at a time

Chesterton UMC Where Love IsBlended Service 815 am

Open Door Contemporary Service 930 am Tradional Service 1045 am

434 2nd Street Chesterton (219) 926-1478 wwwchestertonumcorg

wwwchestertonfeedcom

Chesterton Feed

making

Waves

16

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201528

17

Brought to you by

deCemBer 6 2014 ndash misTleToe marKeT 16 zack kinsey of alicersquos toy boutique 17 nick albano of pasta by albano

january 14 2015 ndash afTer Hours mCColly real esTaTe 18 Laurie wehner-evans of porter regional hospital and bob capehart of arcelor Mittal 19 James and nancy Dworkin of purdue university north central

18

19

29DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

757 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN (219) 395-9890

wwwelsaltorestaurantcomVisit our other locations in

Valparaiso Munster amp Merrillville

We Cater All Events

851 Indian Boundary Rd

Karol SiwietzMortgage Loan OriginatorNMLS 435753

C 2199295052karolsthelpsbcom

thelpsbcom

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201530

dining

dining

dining

dining

LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

325 N Calumet Rd

wwwGeorgesGyrosSpotcomChesterton

Glasses Next Day Eye Exams Glasses amp Contacts Distinct Eyewear Walk-ins amp Outside Rx Welcome

Over 500 Sunglasses Ready-to-Wear or RX Suns 25 Brands in Stock Sunglasses for All AgesSun amp Sport

Portage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Sunglasses For Every Lifestyle

request an appointment online at

VisionPointNWicomPortage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Help us welcome the newest members of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce community We look forward to a prosperous and profitable future

aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201532

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

31

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

TO REGISTER TAKE A CLUB TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT TODAY521 W 1100 N | Chesterton IN(219) 926-9770 | bgcpocoorg

53Chase Bank

391st source Bank - Chesterton south

Pinkerton oil Co inc

aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

Hersquos here for you when you need him most

770 Indian Boundary Road (219) 921-2000

MEET FRED

LEARN MORE AT wwwHEAD2FREDorg

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

21DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

YEARS 19752015 WWWPORTERSTARKEORG

a Vision for Our Community

Health balance and hope for everyoneAnyone in crisis

Anyone seeking care

Anyone wanting more

Our community needs quality mental health and wellness services

Porter-Starke Services was created to fulfill that need in 1975 and we continue to do so 40 years later

See how it all began view a historical timeline of Porter-Starke Services atwwwporterstarkeorg40years

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201522

making

Waves6

7

oCToBer 8 2014 ndash afTer Hours Tudor floors CarPeT one 6 bill higby of porter county community foundation and ann Lichnerowicz of edible arrangements 7 candace arvin of home helpers kristina koliboski of Duneland chamber of commerce and karl tatgenhorst

oCToBer 24 2014 ndash TriCK or TreaT doWnToWn oCToBer 25 2014 ndash PumPKin Palooza

Premier Partner Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Centier Bank Horizon BankSilver Sponsors

Dune

land C

hamb

er of

Comm

erce

2015

Annu

al Sp

onso

rsBrought to you by

23DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

noVemBer 20 2014 afTer Hours oPPorTuniTy enTerPrises framing ConCePTs 8 karl tatgenhorst 9 pat baur of framing concepts

making

Waves

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201524

8

10 11

9

Brought to you by

noVemBer 29 2014 ndash HomeToWn Holiday CeleBraTion 10 carriage rides through downtown chesterton 11 Road to Life ChurchThe Living Room Frozen themed parade float

25DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

making

WavesdeCemBer 3 2014 ndash CHamBer Holiday ParTy 12 emily hoge of Duneland family YMca 13 Musician gerry hundt 14 Jim starin of starin Marketing inc and scott Mundell of franciscan alliance 15 kim krass-Morganelli of hot Diggity Dawg reginald and Maureen blouin of parsquos work shop and kim white of kernels and kones

14 15

Brought to you by

13

12

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201526

27DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

Stop in and ask about our easy-to-join Coop

Vitamin and Herbal SupplementsAll Natural Health and Beauty Products

Homeopathic Remedies

wwwnaturescupboardonlinecom1806 US Hwy 20 Michigan City IN 219-874-2335

757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 Chesterton IN 219-926-4647

Looking for Fresh Organic Produce

1806 US Hwy 20 bull Michigan City IN bull 219-874-2335757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 bull Chesterton IN bull 219-926-4647

Vitamin and Herbal Supplements bull All Natural Health andBeauty Products bull Homeopathic Remedies

bullTherapeutic Grade Essential Oils bull Nutritional Counseling

Bring in this ad and receive 20 OFF your favorite supplementNowThrough May 31 2011

Come and experience the secret to true happinessone thought word and deed at a time

Chesterton UMC Where Love IsBlended Service 815 am

Open Door Contemporary Service 930 am Tradional Service 1045 am

434 2nd Street Chesterton (219) 926-1478 wwwchestertonumcorg

wwwchestertonfeedcom

Chesterton Feed

making

Waves

16

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201528

17

Brought to you by

deCemBer 6 2014 ndash misTleToe marKeT 16 zack kinsey of alicersquos toy boutique 17 nick albano of pasta by albano

january 14 2015 ndash afTer Hours mCColly real esTaTe 18 Laurie wehner-evans of porter regional hospital and bob capehart of arcelor Mittal 19 James and nancy Dworkin of purdue university north central

18

19

29DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

757 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN (219) 395-9890

wwwelsaltorestaurantcomVisit our other locations in

Valparaiso Munster amp Merrillville

We Cater All Events

851 Indian Boundary Rd

Karol SiwietzMortgage Loan OriginatorNMLS 435753

C 2199295052karolsthelpsbcom

thelpsbcom

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201530

dining

dining

dining

dining

LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

325 N Calumet Rd

wwwGeorgesGyrosSpotcomChesterton

Glasses Next Day Eye Exams Glasses amp Contacts Distinct Eyewear Walk-ins amp Outside Rx Welcome

Over 500 Sunglasses Ready-to-Wear or RX Suns 25 Brands in Stock Sunglasses for All AgesSun amp Sport

Portage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Sunglasses For Every Lifestyle

request an appointment online at

VisionPointNWicomPortage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Help us welcome the newest members of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce community We look forward to a prosperous and profitable future

aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201532

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

31

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

TO REGISTER TAKE A CLUB TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT TODAY521 W 1100 N | Chesterton IN(219) 926-9770 | bgcpocoorg

53Chase Bank

391st source Bank - Chesterton south

Pinkerton oil Co inc

aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

Hersquos here for you when you need him most

770 Indian Boundary Road (219) 921-2000

MEET FRED

LEARN MORE AT wwwHEAD2FREDorg

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201522

making

Waves6

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oCToBer 8 2014 ndash afTer Hours Tudor floors CarPeT one 6 bill higby of porter county community foundation and ann Lichnerowicz of edible arrangements 7 candace arvin of home helpers kristina koliboski of Duneland chamber of commerce and karl tatgenhorst

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23DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

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making

Waves

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201524

8

10 11

9

Brought to you by

noVemBer 29 2014 ndash HomeToWn Holiday CeleBraTion 10 carriage rides through downtown chesterton 11 Road to Life ChurchThe Living Room Frozen themed parade float

25DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

making

WavesdeCemBer 3 2014 ndash CHamBer Holiday ParTy 12 emily hoge of Duneland family YMca 13 Musician gerry hundt 14 Jim starin of starin Marketing inc and scott Mundell of franciscan alliance 15 kim krass-Morganelli of hot Diggity Dawg reginald and Maureen blouin of parsquos work shop and kim white of kernels and kones

14 15

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13

12

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201526

27DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

Stop in and ask about our easy-to-join Coop

Vitamin and Herbal SupplementsAll Natural Health and Beauty Products

Homeopathic Remedies

wwwnaturescupboardonlinecom1806 US Hwy 20 Michigan City IN 219-874-2335

757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 Chesterton IN 219-926-4647

Looking for Fresh Organic Produce

1806 US Hwy 20 bull Michigan City IN bull 219-874-2335757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 bull Chesterton IN bull 219-926-4647

Vitamin and Herbal Supplements bull All Natural Health andBeauty Products bull Homeopathic Remedies

bullTherapeutic Grade Essential Oils bull Nutritional Counseling

Bring in this ad and receive 20 OFF your favorite supplementNowThrough May 31 2011

Come and experience the secret to true happinessone thought word and deed at a time

Chesterton UMC Where Love IsBlended Service 815 am

Open Door Contemporary Service 930 am Tradional Service 1045 am

434 2nd Street Chesterton (219) 926-1478 wwwchestertonumcorg

wwwchestertonfeedcom

Chesterton Feed

making

Waves

16

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201528

17

Brought to you by

deCemBer 6 2014 ndash misTleToe marKeT 16 zack kinsey of alicersquos toy boutique 17 nick albano of pasta by albano

january 14 2015 ndash afTer Hours mCColly real esTaTe 18 Laurie wehner-evans of porter regional hospital and bob capehart of arcelor Mittal 19 James and nancy Dworkin of purdue university north central

18

19

29DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

757 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN (219) 395-9890

wwwelsaltorestaurantcomVisit our other locations in

Valparaiso Munster amp Merrillville

We Cater All Events

851 Indian Boundary Rd

Karol SiwietzMortgage Loan OriginatorNMLS 435753

C 2199295052karolsthelpsbcom

thelpsbcom

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201530

dining

dining

dining

dining

LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

325 N Calumet Rd

wwwGeorgesGyrosSpotcomChesterton

Glasses Next Day Eye Exams Glasses amp Contacts Distinct Eyewear Walk-ins amp Outside Rx Welcome

Over 500 Sunglasses Ready-to-Wear or RX Suns 25 Brands in Stock Sunglasses for All AgesSun amp Sport

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ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Sunglasses For Every Lifestyle

request an appointment online at

VisionPointNWicomPortage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Help us welcome the newest members of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce community We look forward to a prosperous and profitable future

aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201532

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

31

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

TO REGISTER TAKE A CLUB TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT TODAY521 W 1100 N | Chesterton IN(219) 926-9770 | bgcpocoorg

53Chase Bank

391st source Bank - Chesterton south

Pinkerton oil Co inc

aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

Hersquos here for you when you need him most

770 Indian Boundary Road (219) 921-2000

MEET FRED

LEARN MORE AT wwwHEAD2FREDorg

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

23DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

noVemBer 20 2014 afTer Hours oPPorTuniTy enTerPrises framing ConCePTs 8 karl tatgenhorst 9 pat baur of framing concepts

making

Waves

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201524

8

10 11

9

Brought to you by

noVemBer 29 2014 ndash HomeToWn Holiday CeleBraTion 10 carriage rides through downtown chesterton 11 Road to Life ChurchThe Living Room Frozen themed parade float

25DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

making

WavesdeCemBer 3 2014 ndash CHamBer Holiday ParTy 12 emily hoge of Duneland family YMca 13 Musician gerry hundt 14 Jim starin of starin Marketing inc and scott Mundell of franciscan alliance 15 kim krass-Morganelli of hot Diggity Dawg reginald and Maureen blouin of parsquos work shop and kim white of kernels and kones

14 15

Brought to you by

13

12

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201526

27DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

Stop in and ask about our easy-to-join Coop

Vitamin and Herbal SupplementsAll Natural Health and Beauty Products

Homeopathic Remedies

wwwnaturescupboardonlinecom1806 US Hwy 20 Michigan City IN 219-874-2335

757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 Chesterton IN 219-926-4647

Looking for Fresh Organic Produce

1806 US Hwy 20 bull Michigan City IN bull 219-874-2335757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 bull Chesterton IN bull 219-926-4647

Vitamin and Herbal Supplements bull All Natural Health andBeauty Products bull Homeopathic Remedies

bullTherapeutic Grade Essential Oils bull Nutritional Counseling

Bring in this ad and receive 20 OFF your favorite supplementNowThrough May 31 2011

Come and experience the secret to true happinessone thought word and deed at a time

Chesterton UMC Where Love IsBlended Service 815 am

Open Door Contemporary Service 930 am Tradional Service 1045 am

434 2nd Street Chesterton (219) 926-1478 wwwchestertonumcorg

wwwchestertonfeedcom

Chesterton Feed

making

Waves

16

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201528

17

Brought to you by

deCemBer 6 2014 ndash misTleToe marKeT 16 zack kinsey of alicersquos toy boutique 17 nick albano of pasta by albano

january 14 2015 ndash afTer Hours mCColly real esTaTe 18 Laurie wehner-evans of porter regional hospital and bob capehart of arcelor Mittal 19 James and nancy Dworkin of purdue university north central

18

19

29DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

757 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN (219) 395-9890

wwwelsaltorestaurantcomVisit our other locations in

Valparaiso Munster amp Merrillville

We Cater All Events

851 Indian Boundary Rd

Karol SiwietzMortgage Loan OriginatorNMLS 435753

C 2199295052karolsthelpsbcom

thelpsbcom

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201530

dining

dining

dining

dining

LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

325 N Calumet Rd

wwwGeorgesGyrosSpotcomChesterton

Glasses Next Day Eye Exams Glasses amp Contacts Distinct Eyewear Walk-ins amp Outside Rx Welcome

Over 500 Sunglasses Ready-to-Wear or RX Suns 25 Brands in Stock Sunglasses for All AgesSun amp Sport

Portage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Sunglasses For Every Lifestyle

request an appointment online at

VisionPointNWicomPortage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Help us welcome the newest members of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce community We look forward to a prosperous and profitable future

aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201532

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

31

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

TO REGISTER TAKE A CLUB TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT TODAY521 W 1100 N | Chesterton IN(219) 926-9770 | bgcpocoorg

53Chase Bank

391st source Bank - Chesterton south

Pinkerton oil Co inc

aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

Hersquos here for you when you need him most

770 Indian Boundary Road (219) 921-2000

MEET FRED

LEARN MORE AT wwwHEAD2FREDorg

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

noVemBer 20 2014 afTer Hours oPPorTuniTy enTerPrises framing ConCePTs 8 karl tatgenhorst 9 pat baur of framing concepts

making

Waves

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201524

8

10 11

9

Brought to you by

noVemBer 29 2014 ndash HomeToWn Holiday CeleBraTion 10 carriage rides through downtown chesterton 11 Road to Life ChurchThe Living Room Frozen themed parade float

25DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

making

WavesdeCemBer 3 2014 ndash CHamBer Holiday ParTy 12 emily hoge of Duneland family YMca 13 Musician gerry hundt 14 Jim starin of starin Marketing inc and scott Mundell of franciscan alliance 15 kim krass-Morganelli of hot Diggity Dawg reginald and Maureen blouin of parsquos work shop and kim white of kernels and kones

14 15

Brought to you by

13

12

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201526

27DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

Stop in and ask about our easy-to-join Coop

Vitamin and Herbal SupplementsAll Natural Health and Beauty Products

Homeopathic Remedies

wwwnaturescupboardonlinecom1806 US Hwy 20 Michigan City IN 219-874-2335

757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 Chesterton IN 219-926-4647

Looking for Fresh Organic Produce

1806 US Hwy 20 bull Michigan City IN bull 219-874-2335757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 bull Chesterton IN bull 219-926-4647

Vitamin and Herbal Supplements bull All Natural Health andBeauty Products bull Homeopathic Remedies

bullTherapeutic Grade Essential Oils bull Nutritional Counseling

Bring in this ad and receive 20 OFF your favorite supplementNowThrough May 31 2011

Come and experience the secret to true happinessone thought word and deed at a time

Chesterton UMC Where Love IsBlended Service 815 am

Open Door Contemporary Service 930 am Tradional Service 1045 am

434 2nd Street Chesterton (219) 926-1478 wwwchestertonumcorg

wwwchestertonfeedcom

Chesterton Feed

making

Waves

16

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201528

17

Brought to you by

deCemBer 6 2014 ndash misTleToe marKeT 16 zack kinsey of alicersquos toy boutique 17 nick albano of pasta by albano

january 14 2015 ndash afTer Hours mCColly real esTaTe 18 Laurie wehner-evans of porter regional hospital and bob capehart of arcelor Mittal 19 James and nancy Dworkin of purdue university north central

18

19

29DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

757 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN (219) 395-9890

wwwelsaltorestaurantcomVisit our other locations in

Valparaiso Munster amp Merrillville

We Cater All Events

851 Indian Boundary Rd

Karol SiwietzMortgage Loan OriginatorNMLS 435753

C 2199295052karolsthelpsbcom

thelpsbcom

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201530

dining

dining

dining

dining

LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

325 N Calumet Rd

wwwGeorgesGyrosSpotcomChesterton

Glasses Next Day Eye Exams Glasses amp Contacts Distinct Eyewear Walk-ins amp Outside Rx Welcome

Over 500 Sunglasses Ready-to-Wear or RX Suns 25 Brands in Stock Sunglasses for All AgesSun amp Sport

Portage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Sunglasses For Every Lifestyle

request an appointment online at

VisionPointNWicomPortage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Help us welcome the newest members of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce community We look forward to a prosperous and profitable future

aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201532

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

31

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

TO REGISTER TAKE A CLUB TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT TODAY521 W 1100 N | Chesterton IN(219) 926-9770 | bgcpocoorg

53Chase Bank

391st source Bank - Chesterton south

Pinkerton oil Co inc

aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

Hersquos here for you when you need him most

770 Indian Boundary Road (219) 921-2000

MEET FRED

LEARN MORE AT wwwHEAD2FREDorg

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

25DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

making

WavesdeCemBer 3 2014 ndash CHamBer Holiday ParTy 12 emily hoge of Duneland family YMca 13 Musician gerry hundt 14 Jim starin of starin Marketing inc and scott Mundell of franciscan alliance 15 kim krass-Morganelli of hot Diggity Dawg reginald and Maureen blouin of parsquos work shop and kim white of kernels and kones

14 15

Brought to you by

13

12

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201526

27DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

Stop in and ask about our easy-to-join Coop

Vitamin and Herbal SupplementsAll Natural Health and Beauty Products

Homeopathic Remedies

wwwnaturescupboardonlinecom1806 US Hwy 20 Michigan City IN 219-874-2335

757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 Chesterton IN 219-926-4647

Looking for Fresh Organic Produce

1806 US Hwy 20 bull Michigan City IN bull 219-874-2335757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 bull Chesterton IN bull 219-926-4647

Vitamin and Herbal Supplements bull All Natural Health andBeauty Products bull Homeopathic Remedies

bullTherapeutic Grade Essential Oils bull Nutritional Counseling

Bring in this ad and receive 20 OFF your favorite supplementNowThrough May 31 2011

Come and experience the secret to true happinessone thought word and deed at a time

Chesterton UMC Where Love IsBlended Service 815 am

Open Door Contemporary Service 930 am Tradional Service 1045 am

434 2nd Street Chesterton (219) 926-1478 wwwchestertonumcorg

wwwchestertonfeedcom

Chesterton Feed

making

Waves

16

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201528

17

Brought to you by

deCemBer 6 2014 ndash misTleToe marKeT 16 zack kinsey of alicersquos toy boutique 17 nick albano of pasta by albano

january 14 2015 ndash afTer Hours mCColly real esTaTe 18 Laurie wehner-evans of porter regional hospital and bob capehart of arcelor Mittal 19 James and nancy Dworkin of purdue university north central

18

19

29DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

757 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN (219) 395-9890

wwwelsaltorestaurantcomVisit our other locations in

Valparaiso Munster amp Merrillville

We Cater All Events

851 Indian Boundary Rd

Karol SiwietzMortgage Loan OriginatorNMLS 435753

C 2199295052karolsthelpsbcom

thelpsbcom

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201530

dining

dining

dining

dining

LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

325 N Calumet Rd

wwwGeorgesGyrosSpotcomChesterton

Glasses Next Day Eye Exams Glasses amp Contacts Distinct Eyewear Walk-ins amp Outside Rx Welcome

Over 500 Sunglasses Ready-to-Wear or RX Suns 25 Brands in Stock Sunglasses for All AgesSun amp Sport

Portage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Sunglasses For Every Lifestyle

request an appointment online at

VisionPointNWicomPortage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Help us welcome the newest members of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce community We look forward to a prosperous and profitable future

aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201532

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

31

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

TO REGISTER TAKE A CLUB TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT TODAY521 W 1100 N | Chesterton IN(219) 926-9770 | bgcpocoorg

53Chase Bank

391st source Bank - Chesterton south

Pinkerton oil Co inc

aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

Hersquos here for you when you need him most

770 Indian Boundary Road (219) 921-2000

MEET FRED

LEARN MORE AT wwwHEAD2FREDorg

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

making

WavesdeCemBer 3 2014 ndash CHamBer Holiday ParTy 12 emily hoge of Duneland family YMca 13 Musician gerry hundt 14 Jim starin of starin Marketing inc and scott Mundell of franciscan alliance 15 kim krass-Morganelli of hot Diggity Dawg reginald and Maureen blouin of parsquos work shop and kim white of kernels and kones

14 15

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12

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201526

27DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

Stop in and ask about our easy-to-join Coop

Vitamin and Herbal SupplementsAll Natural Health and Beauty Products

Homeopathic Remedies

wwwnaturescupboardonlinecom1806 US Hwy 20 Michigan City IN 219-874-2335

757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 Chesterton IN 219-926-4647

Looking for Fresh Organic Produce

1806 US Hwy 20 bull Michigan City IN bull 219-874-2335757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 bull Chesterton IN bull 219-926-4647

Vitamin and Herbal Supplements bull All Natural Health andBeauty Products bull Homeopathic Remedies

bullTherapeutic Grade Essential Oils bull Nutritional Counseling

Bring in this ad and receive 20 OFF your favorite supplementNowThrough May 31 2011

Come and experience the secret to true happinessone thought word and deed at a time

Chesterton UMC Where Love IsBlended Service 815 am

Open Door Contemporary Service 930 am Tradional Service 1045 am

434 2nd Street Chesterton (219) 926-1478 wwwchestertonumcorg

wwwchestertonfeedcom

Chesterton Feed

making

Waves

16

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201528

17

Brought to you by

deCemBer 6 2014 ndash misTleToe marKeT 16 zack kinsey of alicersquos toy boutique 17 nick albano of pasta by albano

january 14 2015 ndash afTer Hours mCColly real esTaTe 18 Laurie wehner-evans of porter regional hospital and bob capehart of arcelor Mittal 19 James and nancy Dworkin of purdue university north central

18

19

29DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

757 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN (219) 395-9890

wwwelsaltorestaurantcomVisit our other locations in

Valparaiso Munster amp Merrillville

We Cater All Events

851 Indian Boundary Rd

Karol SiwietzMortgage Loan OriginatorNMLS 435753

C 2199295052karolsthelpsbcom

thelpsbcom

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201530

dining

dining

dining

dining

LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

325 N Calumet Rd

wwwGeorgesGyrosSpotcomChesterton

Glasses Next Day Eye Exams Glasses amp Contacts Distinct Eyewear Walk-ins amp Outside Rx Welcome

Over 500 Sunglasses Ready-to-Wear or RX Suns 25 Brands in Stock Sunglasses for All AgesSun amp Sport

Portage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Sunglasses For Every Lifestyle

request an appointment online at

VisionPointNWicomPortage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Help us welcome the newest members of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce community We look forward to a prosperous and profitable future

aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201532

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

31

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

TO REGISTER TAKE A CLUB TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT TODAY521 W 1100 N | Chesterton IN(219) 926-9770 | bgcpocoorg

53Chase Bank

391st source Bank - Chesterton south

Pinkerton oil Co inc

aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

Hersquos here for you when you need him most

770 Indian Boundary Road (219) 921-2000

MEET FRED

LEARN MORE AT wwwHEAD2FREDorg

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

27DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

Stop in and ask about our easy-to-join Coop

Vitamin and Herbal SupplementsAll Natural Health and Beauty Products

Homeopathic Remedies

wwwnaturescupboardonlinecom1806 US Hwy 20 Michigan City IN 219-874-2335

757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 Chesterton IN 219-926-4647

Looking for Fresh Organic Produce

1806 US Hwy 20 bull Michigan City IN bull 219-874-2335757 Indian Boundary Road Suite 4 bull Chesterton IN bull 219-926-4647

Vitamin and Herbal Supplements bull All Natural Health andBeauty Products bull Homeopathic Remedies

bullTherapeutic Grade Essential Oils bull Nutritional Counseling

Bring in this ad and receive 20 OFF your favorite supplementNowThrough May 31 2011

Come and experience the secret to true happinessone thought word and deed at a time

Chesterton UMC Where Love IsBlended Service 815 am

Open Door Contemporary Service 930 am Tradional Service 1045 am

434 2nd Street Chesterton (219) 926-1478 wwwchestertonumcorg

wwwchestertonfeedcom

Chesterton Feed

making

Waves

16

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201528

17

Brought to you by

deCemBer 6 2014 ndash misTleToe marKeT 16 zack kinsey of alicersquos toy boutique 17 nick albano of pasta by albano

january 14 2015 ndash afTer Hours mCColly real esTaTe 18 Laurie wehner-evans of porter regional hospital and bob capehart of arcelor Mittal 19 James and nancy Dworkin of purdue university north central

18

19

29DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

757 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN (219) 395-9890

wwwelsaltorestaurantcomVisit our other locations in

Valparaiso Munster amp Merrillville

We Cater All Events

851 Indian Boundary Rd

Karol SiwietzMortgage Loan OriginatorNMLS 435753

C 2199295052karolsthelpsbcom

thelpsbcom

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201530

dining

dining

dining

dining

LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

325 N Calumet Rd

wwwGeorgesGyrosSpotcomChesterton

Glasses Next Day Eye Exams Glasses amp Contacts Distinct Eyewear Walk-ins amp Outside Rx Welcome

Over 500 Sunglasses Ready-to-Wear or RX Suns 25 Brands in Stock Sunglasses for All AgesSun amp Sport

Portage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Sunglasses For Every Lifestyle

request an appointment online at

VisionPointNWicomPortage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Help us welcome the newest members of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce community We look forward to a prosperous and profitable future

aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201532

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

31

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

TO REGISTER TAKE A CLUB TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT TODAY521 W 1100 N | Chesterton IN(219) 926-9770 | bgcpocoorg

53Chase Bank

391st source Bank - Chesterton south

Pinkerton oil Co inc

aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

Hersquos here for you when you need him most

770 Indian Boundary Road (219) 921-2000

MEET FRED

LEARN MORE AT wwwHEAD2FREDorg

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

making

Waves

16

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201528

17

Brought to you by

deCemBer 6 2014 ndash misTleToe marKeT 16 zack kinsey of alicersquos toy boutique 17 nick albano of pasta by albano

january 14 2015 ndash afTer Hours mCColly real esTaTe 18 Laurie wehner-evans of porter regional hospital and bob capehart of arcelor Mittal 19 James and nancy Dworkin of purdue university north central

18

19

29DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

757 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN (219) 395-9890

wwwelsaltorestaurantcomVisit our other locations in

Valparaiso Munster amp Merrillville

We Cater All Events

851 Indian Boundary Rd

Karol SiwietzMortgage Loan OriginatorNMLS 435753

C 2199295052karolsthelpsbcom

thelpsbcom

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201530

dining

dining

dining

dining

LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

325 N Calumet Rd

wwwGeorgesGyrosSpotcomChesterton

Glasses Next Day Eye Exams Glasses amp Contacts Distinct Eyewear Walk-ins amp Outside Rx Welcome

Over 500 Sunglasses Ready-to-Wear or RX Suns 25 Brands in Stock Sunglasses for All AgesSun amp Sport

Portage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Sunglasses For Every Lifestyle

request an appointment online at

VisionPointNWicomPortage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Help us welcome the newest members of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce community We look forward to a prosperous and profitable future

aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201532

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

31

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

TO REGISTER TAKE A CLUB TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT TODAY521 W 1100 N | Chesterton IN(219) 926-9770 | bgcpocoorg

53Chase Bank

391st source Bank - Chesterton south

Pinkerton oil Co inc

aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

Hersquos here for you when you need him most

770 Indian Boundary Road (219) 921-2000

MEET FRED

LEARN MORE AT wwwHEAD2FREDorg

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

29DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 2015

757 Indian Boundary RdChesterton IN (219) 395-9890

wwwelsaltorestaurantcomVisit our other locations in

Valparaiso Munster amp Merrillville

We Cater All Events

851 Indian Boundary Rd

Karol SiwietzMortgage Loan OriginatorNMLS 435753

C 2199295052karolsthelpsbcom

thelpsbcom

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201530

dining

dining

dining

dining

LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

325 N Calumet Rd

wwwGeorgesGyrosSpotcomChesterton

Glasses Next Day Eye Exams Glasses amp Contacts Distinct Eyewear Walk-ins amp Outside Rx Welcome

Over 500 Sunglasses Ready-to-Wear or RX Suns 25 Brands in Stock Sunglasses for All AgesSun amp Sport

Portage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Sunglasses For Every Lifestyle

request an appointment online at

VisionPointNWicomPortage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Help us welcome the newest members of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce community We look forward to a prosperous and profitable future

aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201532

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

31

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

TO REGISTER TAKE A CLUB TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT TODAY521 W 1100 N | Chesterton IN(219) 926-9770 | bgcpocoorg

53Chase Bank

391st source Bank - Chesterton south

Pinkerton oil Co inc

aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

Hersquos here for you when you need him most

770 Indian Boundary Road (219) 921-2000

MEET FRED

LEARN MORE AT wwwHEAD2FREDorg

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201530

dining

dining

dining

dining

LUCREZIA 428 S Calumet Rd Chesterton IN 46304 219926LUCY (5829) wwwlucreziacafecom When you visit this trattoria yoursquoll find large portions and great service Yoursquoll fit in whether yoursquove just come from the beach or are dressed for a night on the town Lucrezia has been awarded consecutive titles of 1 Italian Restaurant for Best of the Region and numerous Neighborrsquos Choice Awards Itrsquos also been featured on Chicago TV shows 190 North and Check Please Signature dishes made fresh to order like veal limone chicken vesuvio osso bucco and stuffed eggplant are sure to please but yoursquoll want to save room for Lucreziarsquos delicious homemade desserts too During the lovely summer weather yoursquoll enjoy dining on the brick-paved patio Relax and enjoy dining al fresco in Lucreziarsquos private garden beneath the sprawling branches of the tallest Japanese maple in Indiana Dunes Country Lucrezia is a ldquomustrdquo dining experience yoursquoll not soon forget

EL SALTO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 757 Indiana Boundary Rd Chesterton IN 46304 2193959890 wwwelsaltorestaurantcom El Salto is Chestertonrsquos authentic Mexican restaurant with an American twist We invite you to come and experience our signature Chiles Poblanos Burritos California and Mahi-Mahi Tacos ndash along with the best margaritas and Queso Fundido in town In the mood for something different Try our new Tocino Camaron dish ndash grilled shrimp wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with crushed red pepper Trying to stick to those New Yearrsquos resolutions We offer a Healthy Choice menu filled with delicious wraps fish specialties and innovative salads Come visit us Yoursquoll fall in love with our cantina murals and vibrant atmosphere

325 N Calumet Rd

wwwGeorgesGyrosSpotcomChesterton

Glasses Next Day Eye Exams Glasses amp Contacts Distinct Eyewear Walk-ins amp Outside Rx Welcome

Over 500 Sunglasses Ready-to-Wear or RX Suns 25 Brands in Stock Sunglasses for All AgesSun amp Sport

Portage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Sunglasses For Every Lifestyle

request an appointment online at

VisionPointNWicomPortage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Help us welcome the newest members of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce community We look forward to a prosperous and profitable future

aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201532

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

31

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

TO REGISTER TAKE A CLUB TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT TODAY521 W 1100 N | Chesterton IN(219) 926-9770 | bgcpocoorg

53Chase Bank

391st source Bank - Chesterton south

Pinkerton oil Co inc

aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

Hersquos here for you when you need him most

770 Indian Boundary Road (219) 921-2000

MEET FRED

LEARN MORE AT wwwHEAD2FREDorg

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

Glasses Next Day Eye Exams Glasses amp Contacts Distinct Eyewear Walk-ins amp Outside Rx Welcome

Over 500 Sunglasses Ready-to-Wear or RX Suns 25 Brands in Stock Sunglasses for All AgesSun amp Sport

Portage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Sunglasses For Every Lifestyle

request an appointment online at

VisionPointNWicomPortage2197631538

ValParaiso2194648200

CHestertoN2192502470

Help us welcome the newest members of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce community We look forward to a prosperous and profitable future

aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201532

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

31

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

TO REGISTER TAKE A CLUB TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT TODAY521 W 1100 N | Chesterton IN(219) 926-9770 | bgcpocoorg

53Chase Bank

391st source Bank - Chesterton south

Pinkerton oil Co inc

aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

Hersquos here for you when you need him most

770 Indian Boundary Road (219) 921-2000

MEET FRED

LEARN MORE AT wwwHEAD2FREDorg

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

Help us welcome the newest members of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce community We look forward to a prosperous and profitable future

aqua sPa nails 761 indian boundary rd ste 2 Chesterton bull 2193951700 wwwfacebookcomaquaspanailsnwicom

visit aqua spa nails conveniently located in downtown chesterton for a great atmosphere and services with loyal clients for years they are a great place for ldquono chiprdquo manicures pedicures eyelash extensions and much more aqua spa nails is also available for wedding parties call and make your appointment today BerKsHire HaTHaWay Home serViCes exeCuTiVe grouP ndash lisa gaff 2612 N Calumet Ave bull Valparaiso2199213899 bull wwwlgaffexecgrpcom

Lisa gaff works hard to provide her clients with the most positive real estate experience possible a vital part of todayrsquos real estate industry is technology and to that end she provides her clients with state-of-the art marketing and web tools in northwest indiana and the southern suburbs of chicago itrsquos just one the many things that has made berkshire hathaway executive group real estate one of the most respected solution oriented real estate companies in this part of our country Blue CHiP Casino HoTel amp sPa 777 Blue Chip Dr bull Michigan City bull 2198772133 wwwbluechipcasinocom

Just an hour from chicago blue chip casino hotel amp spa provides an inviting backdrop for the perfect getaway or vacation they offer 65000 square feet of gaming on a single luxurious and spacious level with 42 table games eight live poker room table and more than 1800 slots blue chip is always ready and willing to accommodate your next meeting or party of any size they are the regionrsquos ultimate live entertainment destination featuring everything from local bands to a-list entertainment ComforT inn amp suiTes 1800 W US Hwy 20 bull Porter bull 2197871400 wwwchoicehotelscom

from the moment you arrive our helpful staff is there to welcome you and yoursquoll find everything to suit your needs whether yoursquore traveling for leisure or business alone or with your kids comfort inn hotels offer accommodations for every type of travel from families to business travelers everyone can enjoy comfort innrsquos great amenities like a free breakfast free high speed internet and some rest and relaxation in the pool at most of locations ndash all at a great rate

farmaCologisTs inC 599 N 625 W bull Hobart bull 2192468644 wwwfarmacologistsorg

farmacologist is a service to increase awareness and participation in eating well and increasing your overall health we offer a practical hands on assessment and needs-based approach to help you change habits and introduce you to flavorful fresh healthy alternatives registered Dieticians as well as nurses will be available for a fee to meet with small groups of

up to 12 people or individuals in their homes to walk you through the how-torsquos of cooking healthier meals that you will enjoy eating keeping your particular household budget in mind Hairrsquos THe THing 205 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199298694 wwwfacebookcompageshairs-the-thing

Jeanine and gennelle owners of a one-of-a kind salon bring their experience and sense of style to beautiful downtown chesterton both have a passion for their ldquocallingrdquo in styling hair coupled with their artistry and design ability is what sets this duo apart all in their charming pocket sized salon they offer a host of menrsquos and womenrsquos hair care services including haircuts color enhancing hair extensions and much more with 30 years of experience we believe if your signatures on it your heart is in it mindful nourisHmenT 830 E Sidewalk Rd 201bull Chesterton 2198417593 wwwmindful-nourishmentcom

Mindful Nourishment isnrsquot about quick fixes or the latest diet fads instead they teach people how to go back to cooking and eating reaL foodhellipwhole nutrient-dense foods that nourish the body and soul they strive to empower their clients to adopt health-supportive behaviors and to hold themselves accountable Mindful nourishmentrsquos services include individual health coaching healthy Living workshops clean-eating weekly Meal plans a 14 Day guide cleanse and more rePurPose PlaCe of neigHBorlinK 102 Beverly Dr bull Chesterton bull 2197281303 wwwneighborlinkpcorg

neigborLink has been looking for a way to build some capacity into their organization and they have opened up a retail store that will sell gently used and donated building materials this will allow the continuation of support to the mission of neighborLink porter county the store will also help the environment by keeping many items out of the landfills running Vines Winery1190 S Calumet Ste 101 ndash 105 bull Chesterton2193909463 bull wwwfacebookcomrunningvines

running vines winery is a local family owned business ran by valparaiso native and chesterton resident nicole caylor walter novosel nicolersquos business partner from west Middlesex pa owns three wineries of his own all wines are made in chesterton they include cabernet sauvignon pinot noir pinot grigio chardonnay and riesling and other unique blends that you wonrsquot find anywhere else in Northwest Indiana Much like a vine we are intertwined in our community giving back to local charities and causes

serVPro of laPorTe amp PorTer CounTy 1608 Firestone Ln bull Valparaiso bull 2194761883 wwwservproportercountycom

servpro of porter county understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your life and home or business

their goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it ldquoLike it never even happenedrdquo servpro specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire smoke or water damage they can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business

sPeedy marT 1175 Broadway bull Chesterton bull 2199291112 wwwgodfatherscom

the downtown chesterton gas station more popular for carrying godfatherrsquos pizza godfatherrsquos pizza is conveniently located inside the speedy Mart convenience store a pizza you canrsquot refuse carry out and delivery available sTolPe real esTaTe 451 W Lincolnway bull Valparaiso bull 2195316991 wwwstolpeorg

stolpe real estate has been helping buyers and sellers all over valparaiso porter county indiana and northwest indiana for over 30 years whether itrsquos residential land development commercial investment properties or property management stolpe real estate hold the key stolpe real estate is focused on transforming the real estate industry by integrating and efficiently delivering services to their clients as stress free and time efficient as possible WHiTTen and WHiTTen 6183 Central Ave bull Portage bull 2197636012 wwwwhittenandwhittencom

whitten and whitten is a husband and wife legal team that help families individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt under the Federal bankruptcy codes they know how important family and relationships are that is why they never treat you like a number or a ldquocaserdquo but as an individual whitten and whitten is proud to have served the citizens and businesses of nwi with their debt relief cases as federal bankruptcy laws have changed recently it is important to have an experienced bankruptcy attorney working on your case zoseCo CoWorKing 5 Washington St Ste 300 bull Valparaiso 2194882689 bull wwwzosecocom

zoseco is a community coworking space for innovative professional located in the heart of downtown valparaiso they provide entrepreneurs easy access to great office space that is both fun and productive coworkers are surrounded by like-minded builders and belong to a network of mentors partners and investors zoseco hosts community networking events and workshops dedicated to continuous improvement as they strive to advance the community from the middle out

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201532

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

31

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

TO REGISTER TAKE A CLUB TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT TODAY521 W 1100 N | Chesterton IN(219) 926-9770 | bgcpocoorg

53Chase Bank

391st source Bank - Chesterton south

Pinkerton oil Co inc

aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

Hersquos here for you when you need him most

770 Indian Boundary Road (219) 921-2000

MEET FRED

LEARN MORE AT wwwHEAD2FREDorg

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

DUNELAND TODAY SPRING 201534

1 to 5recognizing you Chamber anniversaries for member anniversaries april ndash june

above board construction 4 advanced water solutions 2

berglund construction 2 bradley company 1

brown Mackie college Michigan city 4

chesterton physical therapy 2 cocorsquos canine cabana 2

commercial property tax advisors inc 4

country inn amp suites 4 Dairy Queen chesterton 2

Dancebizz centre for Dance 1 Dog Days ice cream parlor 2

field station cooperative preschool 5 franciscan workingwell 3

frontier communications 3 velvet skin acne clinic amp spa 2

harbor trust amp investment Management company 2

harvest circle workshop 2 home helpers 1

hot Diggity Dawg 3 Jeffrey e Larson 1

Lehmanrsquos orchard LLc 3 Majory crawford 3

Meridian title corporation 1 north shore health centers 4

our children come first 2 papa Johnrsquos pizza 3

patricia carlisle 5 precision Dental center 1

rileyrsquos railhouse 4 rittenhouse senior Living - portage 4

road to Life church 4 sherwin-williams portage 2

simplify 2 signature corporation 4

south shore college planning LLc 1 stooges LLc 5

subway 3 superior ambulance 4

teachers credit union 4 the chronicle 5

thrivent financial for Lutherans besch 3

upper Deck Lounge 5

valparaiso events 4 vision point sunglass point 1

wagnerrsquos 5

american cancer society 9 aMt computers 8

butler winery 7 Dan keilman 9

Dr vegetable inc 6 DrDLLc 8

Duneland business initiative group 6 Duneland Dialysis - coffee creek 7

Duneland education foundation inc 6 east wind acupuncture 6

ggnet inc 9 great Lakes catering amp special events 8

green up 2 clean up 6 indian summer boutique 6

indiana university health La porte hospital 9

Lancam inc 6 Mccolly real estate 6

nirmala Murugavel MD LLc 7 phillippe builders inc 8 reMax pace realty 6

rittenhouse senior Living valparaiso 6 serenity salon amp spa 8

standard bank amp trust co 8 state farm insurance - hudson 6

sunrise family restaurant 10

Duneland Dental group 15 ennis builders LLc 11

franciscan st anthony health Michigan city 11

gelsosomos pizzeria amp pub 13 craft house 13

hopkins ace hardware 15 the ups store 11

brassie golf club 17 express employment professionals 18

gastonrsquos towing amp auto repair 17 porter county community

foundation 17 south shore insurance

chris newton agency 17

allegius credit union 24 family amp Youth services bureau 25

hurst orthodontics inc 23 indiana university northwest 24

Mcshanes 21 professional appraisal services 22

shelton fireworks 21 the times 23

united way of porter county 21

fidelity national title insurance company 27

george Livarchik attorney at Law 28 chesterton feed amp garden

center inc 28 house of berggren 28

indiana Dunes state park 27

indiana farm bureau insurance 27 Lake erie Land company 28

Marc t nielsen interiors 26 orchard apartments 28

reling refrigeration heating amp air inc 27

town of burns harbor 27 town of Dune acres 27

purdue university north central 36

6 to 10

35 to 40

11 to 15 26 to 30

16 to 20

21 to 25

19aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

31

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

TO REGISTER TAKE A CLUB TOUR OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR VISIT TODAY521 W 1100 N | Chesterton IN(219) 926-9770 | bgcpocoorg

53Chase Bank

391st source Bank - Chesterton south

Pinkerton oil Co inc

aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

Hersquos here for you when you need him most

770 Indian Boundary Road (219) 921-2000

MEET FRED

LEARN MORE AT wwwHEAD2FREDorg

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter

aspen Pines apartment Community Trans-united inc

Hersquos here for you when you need him most

770 Indian Boundary Road (219) 921-2000

MEET FRED

LEARN MORE AT wwwHEAD2FREDorg

60Chesterton Tribune first state Bank of Porter