Duneland Chamber Express, December 5, 2014

rot1Red Cup Cafe & Deli
Heather Augustyn to Host Book Reading & Signing
Friday, December 5 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Local author Heather Augustyn will host a reading and singing of her newest book, Songbirds: Pioneering Women in Jamaican Music which has just been published by Half Pint Press. The event is free and open to the public and takes place at Red Cup Café. Adults and children are welcome where food and refreshments will be served. The book is available at skabook.com, amazon.com, and will be available at the event for $20 for purchase.

Good to Go by Lucrezia
Sampling Saturday

It's going to be a SUPER SATURDAY! Stop by this Saturday for "Sampling Saturday" and enjoy FREE samples! Every Saturday our store turns into a buzzing marketplace with new artisan food products for your tasting delight! 219.926.EVOO

Chesterton United Methodist Church
What is Heaven? Where is Heaven? Come and Worship and Find Out.

Chesterton United Methodist begins a new preaching series as we get into the Christmas season. It's called Season of HOPE. Heaven's Open, Possibilities Endless. This Sunday Pastor Scott Tyring will preach on the topic of Heaven. Season of HOPE: Dec. 7 - 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 Season of HOPE: Open; Dec. 14 - Matthew 19:23-30 Season of HOPE: Possibilities; Dec. 21 - Isaiah 9:2-7 Season of HOPE: Endless. Plan worshipping Christmas Eve at 5 and 8pm and celebrate the first gifts of Christmas!

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Porter Regional Hospital
To Receive a Visit from Santa

Porter Regional Hospital would like to invite members of the community to visit Santa and Mrs. Claus from 4 to 7 p.m., on Thursday, Dec. 11 in the hospital's lobby. There will also be complimentary hot chocolate, sweet treats and candy canes for guests to enjoy. Attendees are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy as the visit supports Porter's Toys for Tots drive. Cameras are recommended as there will be an opportunity to take a photo with Santa.

Hot Diggity Dawg
5 Pound Italian Dog Sandwich Challenge!
Saturday, December 13 at 6:00 pm

Saturday December 13,2014 Hot Diggity Dawg has it's first 2 challengers for the almost 5 POUND Italian Dog sandwich. Held around 6pm at Hot Diggity Dawg 119. S. Calumet in the Main Street building. Come out and cheer them on to see if either one of them can actually finish it?

Prompt Ambulance
Breakfast With Santa
Saturday, December 13 at 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Please join us for our inaugural Christmas Taste of Care held at County Line Apple Orchard in Hobart. After dining we asked that you cast your vote to help Santa decide who is awarded top chef. Proceed raised from the event benefit the Salvation Army. Enjoy visits from holiday friends while you dine, Live Brass Band playing Christmas Carols, write and deliver a letter to Santa Claus, free photo with Santa "Sent Digitally", Santa's Petting Zoo, Christmas kids' activities, videos and raffle Prizes.

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Chesterton Art Center
Holiday Open House

The Chesterton Art Center will be having a Holiday Open House on Saturday, December 13 from 11-3. Guests are invited to stop in, shop, see the latest exhibit, make an ornament, and enjoy a cookie while hanging out at the Art Center! We're located at 115 S. 4th St., Chesterton, IN. For more information, please see the website.

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Purdue North Central
Jazz Masters 101 Reunion
Sunday, December 14 at 4:00 pm

The Sinai Forum will conclude its 61st season with a performance of swinging jazz mixed with a lively discussion of the art of improvisation and the essence of jazz with John Clayton on bass and Jeff Hamilton on drums of the Grammy-nominated Clayton Hamilton Orchestra. The Sinai Forum is offering a special Experience the Forum pass for $25 when you reserve in advance by calling 219.771.9022. This final performance will be at the Stardust Event Center at the Blue Chip Casino. Doors open at 3pm, students who show a valid school ID are admitted free of charge.

Fairhaven Baptist Church
The Glory of Christmas: A Celebration of Our Savior's Birth
Tuesday, December 16 at 7:00 pm

Fairhaven Baptist Church cordially invites you to our annual Christmas concert on Tuesday, December 16th at 7:00 p.m. All music is performed by the Fairhaven Baptist Church choir and orchestra. Selections include See Amid the Winter's Snow,The Hallelujah Chorus, O Come, All Ye Faithful, and many more! Admission is free, and everyone is welcome!

Duneland Family YMCA Winter Break Camp
"Let It Go" (Frozen Week)
Week 1, December 22 & 23 at 6:00 am - 6:00 pm

Your kids can dress up like their favorite FROZEN character. Campers will make Christmas goodies and tree ornaments for their families. Games for this session that will have all your kids talking are "Santa's Boot Toss" and "Reindeer Nose Dive"! Register your child for Christmas Break Child Care Camp at the Y Preschool located at Entrance #8 at 651 Morgan Ave. Cost is $25 per day for members and $30 per day for non-members. For more information, call Paul Jones at the Y - 926.4204 or Melissa Griffith at the Preschool, 921.0183.

Miller Bakery Cafe
Holiday Promotions!

Gift cards are one of the most desired gifts during the holiday season. Now through December 31st, if you purchase $100 worth of Miller Bakery Café gift cards, you will get a $25 gift card FREE good after Jan. 1st, 2015. There is also a box for toys in the foyer of the restaurant until December 19th. Please bring any new or used toys. They will be cleaned and wrapped for children in need this Christmas. Call 219.427.1446 for reservations.

Lucrezia
Holiday Gift Card Promotion

The more you give, the more YOU receive! Our annual HOLIDAY GIFT CARD PROMOTION is happening now through Christmas Eve. Purchase 100 in gift cards and YOU receive 10% in a FREE promo card*. Purchase $500 in gift cards and YOU receive 20% in a FREE promo card*. Purchase $1,000 and you receive 25% in a FREE promo card*! (*please visit our website for rules and conditions). 219.926.LUCY

East Wind Acupuncture
Give the Gift of Health

What if you could get someone the gift of a lifetime! The opportunity and realization that there are natural ways to get and stay healthy! Get them the gift of a new life! Gift baskets and gift certificates are now available! $50 GIFT CERTIFICATES available for a one hour massage ($80 value). Why wait for the New Year to get healthy? Start today! New Client Special! Call 219.395.9928 to find out more information!

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