Events for November 2018
Duneland Chamber of Commerce
Nov 3    Dancing Like the Stars - Duneland YMCA

Proceeds from Dancing Like the Stars help to ensure that programs and services at the Duneland Family YMCA remain available to all. 

Thank you for supporting the Duneland Family YMCA.

Date: November 3, 2018
Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Contact: Jane Delligatti at (219) 926-4204
Fees/Admission:

Information for Purchasing Tickets

You can purchase individual tickets or an entire table to share with your friends.  If you would like to pay with a check, please call the YMCA and speak with Jane Delligatti at (219) 926-4204 or reach out to the dancer.   

 

 

Nov 7    Sunrise Seminar
Sunrise Seminar
Speaker:
Momentum Solutions
Topic: Are You Running Your Business or is it Running You.
Sponsor: Utopia Massage & Wellness


What: Educational Seminar
When: 7:30 am - 9:00 am
Where: Porter County Community Foundation
Who: Everyone is welcome!
Tickets: This event is free to attend.
RSVP: Please click the registration button above, or call the Chamber at 219.926.5513.

Are You Running Your Business, or is your Business Running You?
Based on the work of Gino Wickman in his book titled Traction, the purpose of this lesson is to introduce entrepreneurial business owners and leaders to a powerful management system with simple, practical tools that help them to gain clarity and traction. These outcomes are reached by getting leaders 100% on the same page about where they are going and how they will get there. This lesson offers a practical means of helping leaders to gain traction by bringing discipline and accountability to the work of leaders so they execute on every aspect of the vision. Importantly, the lesson also provides insights into how to build trust among the leaders so they come together as a cohesive, highly functioning team. Such teams enjoy their work, deliver great results and build workplaces people love. Through the lessons learned, business owners and leaders will transition from a reactive model in which the business controls them to a proactive model where they are in control and getting what they want from their businesses.

 
Date: November 7, 2018
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Porter County Community Foundation
1401 Calumet Ave
Valparaiso, IN 46383

 
Contact: Duneland Chamber of Commerce 220 Broadway Chesterton, IN 46304 219.926.5513
EMail: info@dunelandchamber.org
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, November 7
7:30 am - 9:00 am
Fees/Admission: Free!
Nov 7    Turning Customer Service Into Sales
NW Indiana Chamber Executives Presents: 
Turning Customer Service into Sales    


International Speaker, Trainer, & Author David K. Aaker, IOM
This lively and interactive two-hour workshop is designed to inspire
employers with tested methods to improve customer service and help
your employees to make positive changes that will stimulate company
growth.
T U R N I N G  C U S T O M E R  S E R V I C E  I N T O  S A L E S
What would the value of your business be if you could "add one customer for life, each day?" Clear, specific examples of Customer Service, Communication
Tools that work, the Ethics of Customer Service, and ideas that
invite customers to return will be augmented by audience
participation.
For more information or to register please contact Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce at 219-769-8180
Date: November 7, 2018
Time: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Website: http://www.crossroadschamber.org
Location: Avalon Manor
3550 E. US Hwy
30
Merrillville
Contact: Crossroads Chamber of Commerce
Date/Time Details: Two Sessions
November 7th, 8:00- 10:00 am and 1pm-3pm
Fees/Admission: $35 per person
Nov 7    Turning Customer Service Into Sales
NW Indiana Chamber Executives Presents: 
Turning Customer Service into Sales    


International Speaker, Trainer, & Author David K. Aaker, IOM
This lively and interactive two-hour workshop is designed to inspire
employers with tested methods to improve customer service and help
your employees to make positive changes that will stimulate company
growth.
T U R N I N G  C U S T O M E R  S E R V I C E  I N T O  S A L E S
What would the value of your business be if you could "add one customer for life, each day?" Clear, specific examples of Customer Service, Communication
Tools that work, the Ethics of Customer Service, and ideas that
invite customers to return will be augmented by audience
participation.
For more information or to register please contact Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce at 219-769-8180
Date: November 7, 2018
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Website: http://www.crossroadschamber.org
Location: Avalon Manor
3550 E. US Hwy
30
Merrillville
Contact: Crossroads Chamber of Commerce
Date/Time Details: Two Sessions
November 7th, 8:00- 10:00 am and 1pm-3pm
Fees/Admission: $35 per person
Nov 8    The Salvation Army of Porter County-Red Kettle Kick Off!
There will be a Christmas choir, cocoa & cookies as well as a service which begins at 5:30 pm. Thank You Porter County for donating to The Salvation Army which supports those in need all year round with social services programs, food pantry, and community support services.
Date: November 8, 2018
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.saportercounty.org
Location: Porter County Courthouse Valparaiso
Contact: If you have any questions please call 762-9191.
Date/Time Details: Thursday, November 8, 2018
Nov 8    Heal Your Life Meet up
This group is for anyone interested in the work of Louise L. Hay, You Can Heal Your Life. I am a Licensed Heal Your Life Teacher and Coach and I truly enjoy sharing this work. You can use this group as an introduction to this work, a way to stay connected with like minded people, or a monthly pick me up. During our meetup each month we will do some activites and meditations that will help us to love ourselves more....which is the foundation for healing our lives. Come join me in a comfortable home setting and experience the uplifting, freeing work of Louise L. Hay! You will gain wonderful insight regarding all aspects of your life.
Date: November 8, 2018
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Website: http://www.bonniethanos.com/
Location: 108 Washington AVE, Chesterton, IN
EMail: bonnie.thanos@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: second Thursday of every month through November 2018
6:30-8:30pm
Fees/Admission: $10/person
 
Nov 10    Interwoven Expressions
Color on steroids! Colors everywhere! Interwoven Expressions - celebrating 34 years of juried textile and fiber arts. Fiber in the hands of weavers, dyers, felters, hookers, seamstresses, and basketweavers. All original works by hand. Participation limited to residents of states bordering our Lake Michigan. Currently featuring artists from Grand Rapids to Indianapolis, Kalamazoo to Lafayette, to Chicago and points between, including 3 artists from Chesterton and Porter! Exquisite creations - contemporary and traditional - fashion, home décor, and holiday gifts. Excellent holiday shopping. Free admission, free parking. Make it a girl’s day out! Shop, dine with a glass of wine at the lovely Sand Creek members-only Grill Room and then shop again for those treasures that you forgot!
Date: November 10, 2018
Website: http://www.interwovenexpressions.com
Location: Sand Creek Country Club 1001 Sand Creek Drive Chesterton, IN 46304
Contact: Lu Terock
EMail: terockL@aol.com
Date/Time Details: 11/10/18 9 am - 5 pm
Fees/Admission: free admission free parking
Nov 12    Holiday Bowl-a-Thon
The Airey Foundation Inc, a non-profit organization, invites you to their first Holiday Bowl-a-Thon! 100% of the proceeds are designated for the Winfield Police Department for assistance with training and necessary equipment for their newly formed K-9 unit! Please join us, and remember, your donations are tax-deductible!
Date: November 12, 2018
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Stardust Bowl of Merrillville, 3925 E. Lincoln Highway, Merrillville, IN 46410
Contact: Please RSVP by November 5 by calling 219-650-4050, option 1, or email Jessica.orozco@aireyagency.com, or georgene.collins@aireyagency.com
EMail: laurel.fredrickson@aireyagency.com
Date/Time Details: Monday, November 12, 2018 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Fees/Admission: $50 donation will include 3 hours of bowling, shoes, food and nonalcoholic beverages. A cash bar will also be available. If you are unable to join us, you may sponsor a team of 5 for $200.
Nov 14    Hatta Girl
Hatta Girl
Celebrating Women and the many hats we wear
 
A women’s tea featuring a panel of female speakers who are ready to share their insights and experiences. Learn how they manage juggling the many hats they wear and how it contributes to their successes. Enjoy tea and finger sandwiches while being inspired by these amazing women. Wear your fanciest hat to be entered into a raffle for a special prize.
 
RSVP by Wednesday, November 7

Speakers:
Dr. Ginger Bolinger
Carol Podolak
Mary Lou Carney
Patricia Paulsen
Date: November 14, 2018
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Sand Creek Country Club
1001 Sand Creek Dr. S.
Chesterton, IN 46304
EMail: info@dunelandchamber.org
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, November 14
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Fees/Admission: $30
Nov 21    Ribbon Cutting :: Boxcar Restrooms
Ribbon Cutting
Boxcar Restrooms


What: Celebration of Ribbon Cutting
When: 12:00 pm
Where: Thomas Centennial Park
Who: Everyone
Tickets: This event is free to attend.
RSVP: Please click the registration button above, or call the Chamber at 219.926.5513.


Goodie bag will be provided to all who attend. Refreshments will be served.

Ribbon cutting promptly at 12:00 pm.
Date: November 21, 2018
Time: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Location: Boxcar Restroom - Thomas Centennial Park
220 Broadway
Chesterton , IN 46304
Contact: Duneland Chamber of Commerce 220 Broadway Chesterton, IN 46304
EMail: info@dunelandchamber.org
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, November 21
12:00 pm
Fees/Admission: Free!
Nov 24    Hometown Holiday Celebration
Hometown Holiday Celebration!
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What: Hometown Holiday Outdoor Market, Tree Lighting Ceremony; Carriage Rides; Visits with Santa; Retail Open House; and the Annual Twilight Christmas Parade
When: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Where: Thomas Centennial Park & Downtown Chesterton
Who: Everyone is invited!

 
Hometown Holiday Outdoor Market
Some of your favorite European market vendors will be set up in the usual spots. Come to buy a unique holiday gift or get some yummy food. The market will run from 11:00 am - 7:00 pm.

Carriage Rides
Visitors and guests will be treated to free horse-drawn rides provided by LaPorte County Draft Horse Association. The rides will last about 10 to 15 minutes, go through the downtown area and run from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm.
 
Tour Chesterton’s Retail Open Houses
From 4:00 – 7:00 pm  local shops, and restaurants will be participating in Duneland’s Retail Open House event. Coordinated by the Duneland Chamber of Commerce, the shopping and dining tour will feature food and drink specials, product sales and extended shopping hours for a single evening of vibrant holiday shopping across Chesterton.
 
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Help us all celebrate the Holiday Season at our Tree Lighting Ceremony
The tree lighting will take place near the Thomas Centennial Park gazebo at 5:00 pm.
 
Twilight Christmas Parade
The Twilight Christmas Parade will begin at 5:15 p.m.
This year we have numerous entries including floats, fire trucks, horses, Boy and Girl Scout troops, trucks, trailers and walking groups; building the excitement of the Grande Finale of Santa arriving! Click here for an application!
 
Santa
After the parade, Santa will be in his house to greet all the boys and girls from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Santa will be at his house every Saturday through December 16 from 10:00 a.m. to noon and again from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
 
Date: November 24, 2018
Time: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Location: Thomas Centennial Park & Historic Downtown Chesterton
Contact: Duneland Chamber of Commerce 220 Broadway Chesterton, IN 46304
EMail: info@dunelandchamber.org
Date/Time Details: Saturday, November 24
11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fees/Admission: Free!
Nov 27    Coffee with the Chamber
Coffee with the Chamber
This is a short meeting and demonstration featuring useful member marketing tools, many of which are inexpensive or free! Join us at the Duneland Chamber office.
  • Coffee & breakfast snacks
  • Networking
  • Training for online marketing tools
  • Events & programs
Date: November 27, 2018
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Duneland Chamber of Commerce
220 Broadway
Chesterton, IN 46304
EMail: info@dunelandchamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, August 28
8:00 am - 9:00 am
Fees/Admission: FREE
Nov 28    Ribbon Cutting :: General Insurance Services
Ribbon Cutting
General Insurance Services


What: Celebration of Ribbon Cutting
When: 4:30 pm
Where: General Insurance Services
Who: Everyone
Tickets: This event is free to attend.
RSVP: Please click the registration button above, or call the Chamber at 219.926.5513.


Ribbon cutting promptly at 4:30 pm.
Date: November 28, 2018
Time: 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: General Insurance Services
407 E. Lincolnway
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Contact: Duneland Chamber of Commerce 220 Broadway Chesterton, IN 46304
EMail: info@dunelandchamber.org
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, November 28
4:30 pm
Fees/Admission: Free!
Nov 30    Ribbon Cutting :: Art Z
Ribbon Cutting
Art Z


What: Celebration of Ribbon Cutting
When: 4:30 pm
Where: Art Z
Who: Everyone
Tickets: This event is free to attend.
RSVP: Please click the registration button above, or call the Chamber at 219.926.5513.


Refreshments and light snacks served. Featuring a pop-up gallery with artist group "18 Artists (noon - 5:00 pm). Art Z features local artists and antique collectors.

Ribbon cutting promptly at 4:30 pm.

 
Date: November 30, 2018
Time: 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Art Z
206 S. Calumet Rd., Suite E
Chesterton, IN 46304
Contact: Duneland Chamber of Commerce 220 Broadway Chesterton, IN 46304
EMail: info@dunelandchamber.org
Date/Time Details: Friday, November 30
4:30 pm
Fees/Admission: Free!