Duneland Chamber Express, March 13, 2015

rot1M.O.M.s Method
Pilates Workshop at Mind Over Matter Studio

Spring is coming, and it's time to "Sculpt Your Body!" Saturday, March 14th at 9:45 AM join us for our Pilates Workshop, Sexy Sculpted Abs! Registration is $22. Workshop takes place at the Mind Over Matter Studio in Chesterton at 761 Indian Boundary Road next to Third Coast Spice Cafe. For more information about our workshops or classes, please email info@momsmethod.com or call 219.929.1550. Visit our website for a full class schedule and to sign up!

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Chesterton Feed & Garden Center
"Luck of the Draw" Bird feeder Giveaway

Happy St. Patrick's Day! This Saturday, March 14, Chesterton Feed & Garden Center will be giving away bird seed feeders and suet feeders with seed or suet to go inside. Anyone who purchases $40 of wild bird seed or product will draw from the St. Patrick's hat. The picture on the paper you draw will show the prize you'll take home! It's all the Luck of the Draw! Enjoy great sales in the bird department all week.

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Porter Regional Hospital
What Your Blood Pressure Numbers Really Mean?
Monday, March 16 at 6 pm

Every time you visit your doctor, one of the first things the nurse does is take your blood pressure. Then you're told two numbers - something over something. But do you really understand what these numbers mean? Join Dr. Pravin Gupta to learn how keeping your blood pressure in the "normal range" will help reduce your chance of heart attack, heart failure, stroke and kidney disease; and how to best manage it with diet, exercise and medications. The event will be held at 6 p.m., Monday, March 16 in the Community Room at Porter Regional Hospital, 85 East US Highway 6 in Valparaiso.

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Frontline Foundations
Open House
Thursday, March 19 at 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Mark your calendar for Frontline's Chesterton Open House on Thursday, March 19 from 2pm to 7pm. Located at 1008 Broadway, the Chesterton Open House will feature tours, light refreshments, and client artwork available for auction.

Dimensions School of Social Dance
Guest Party
Friday, March 20 at 7:30 pm

Dimensions School of Social Dance will hold its next Guest Party on Friday, March 20 at 7:30 PM. This is a great opportunity to take the first step into learning to dance. If you have a wedding, cruise, or other summer events coming up, we can help you feel comfortable and confident on the dance floor. We'll start with a beginner group class that promises to be simple, easy and fun, followed by some dance demonstrations, refreshments, and a little general dancing to try out your new moves. This event is free and open to everyone! For more information or to RSVP, call 219.250.2246.

Curves
2015 Curves Food Drive

2015 Curves Food Drive will take place March 9th - March 21st. Curves is inviting both non-members & members to take part in the food drive by bringing in a bag of non-perishable food or a monetary contribution of at least $30. This will be donated to our local Westchester Food Pantry. All new members who make a food or monetary donation will receive $0 Service Fee when joining as a fitness or Curves Complete member. Please call 219.929.5592 for details.

Prompt Ambulance
Easter Taste of Care
Saturday, March 28 at 8:30 am

Prompt Ambulance and The Salvation Army are pleased to announce our breakfast with the Easter Bunny fundraiser. Please join us as top chefs from our healthcare community come together in a breakfast competition at the Porter County Expo Center. Over 3000 eggs loaded with prizes, candy and toys from our local business. Enjoy a petting zoo, face painting, balloon artist and live band! Taste of Care Easter Egg Hunt included with your ticket. Two seating's available at 8:30am and 10:30am. Easter Egg Hunt to start at 10am.

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Farmacologists, Inc.
Free One Hour Consultation

Free one hour conversation with the Founder Deborah Karczewski-Smith, RN about how eating is one way to health reducing dependence on prescribed medications. Samples of a great warm breakfast will be available. After our conversation: You will be able to identify what is worthy of purchasing from the grocer. You will be aware of what to fuel your body with and why. You will have an assessment tool of your overall health to use annually. Last Saturday of every month at 10:30am at the Dimensions School of Social Dance, 306 S. Calumet Rd. in Chesterton.

Rittenhouse Senior Living of Valparaiso
Easter Bunny Breakfast & Bake Sale
Sunday, March 29 at 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Mark your calendar for the Easter Bunny Breakfast and Bake Sale! Enjoy delicious breakfast, pictures with the Easter Bunny, and Easter-themed bake sale and fabulous door prizes. Only $5 - pay at the door. All proceeds will be donated to the American Heart Association.

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Chesterton Art Center
"The View As We See It" Photography Exhibit

The Chesterton Art Center is currently showcasing, "The View As We See It" photography exhibit. This 75-piece show features work from local, talented amateurs that encompasses a wide variety of topics including portraits, landscapes, still lifes and more. The exhibit will hang through the end of March and can be seen weekdays between 11-4, or on Saturdays from 11-3. The Chesterton Art Center is located at 115 S. 4th St., Chesterton, IN 46304. For more information about this and other events, please see the website.

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Ideas in Motion Media
All About the Girls "Tweetup"
Tuesday, April 7 at 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Come enjoy a night of fun and inspiration about online communication....straight from the minds of some of the strongest women in Northwest Indiana! All the traditional social, drinks, apps, talking to old friends and meeting new ones, with some fun quick chats from some of the leading ladies in NWI.

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Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa
Visit Us At Our Job Fair!
Wednesday, April 8 at 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Great Benefits. Competitive Wages. Advancement Opportunities. Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa is the place to escape the monotony of a typical job and begin a fun, fast-paced career! Be sure to apply online by clicking the link below and upload a resume prior to the Job Fair. Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa, is located 45 minutes from Chicago, neighboring beautiful Lake Michigan.

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Reins of Life
AYHC Award Recipients

The American Youth Horse Council (AYHC) has named Reins of Life (ROL) as the recipient of the 2015 Partnership Award. The Partnership Award recognizes the organization that best provides leadership and inspiration to young people in accordance with AYHC's mission of "connecting kids through horses". AYHC has also nominated ROL for the Adult Leader of the Year, which recognizes community leaders who best exemplify outstanding leadership to young people within the horse industry. Awards will be presented at the AYHC Annual Symposium this month in Redmond, Oregon. Western Dressage Clinic at MC barn. The event will take place on Saturday, April 11th.

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Anderson Insurance
Anderson Insurance earns Leadership Circle Designation!

As one of the top-performing insurance agencies, ANDERSON INSURANCE has earned the prestigious Leadership Circle designation from Grange Insurance.

This award recognizes Grange's most experienced agency partners who excel in professionalism and performance. ANDERSON INSURANCE is one of just 48 agencies out of nearly 4,000 to receive this year's award. Located at 570 Vale Park Road, ANDERSON INSURANCE serves customers in Valparaiso, Chesterton and beyond. Stop by or call 219.462.5178 for a free quote.

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Chesterton United Methodist Church
Church Family & Friends Nights

Join us for a Church Family & Friends nights on the Thursday nights of Lent (Feb. 26 - April 2)! Chesterton UMC is located at 434 South 2nd Street. For more information contact the church office at 219.926.1478 or visit our website.

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Reprographic Arts, Inc.
Custom Quality Signs & Banners

Reprographic Arts, Inc. is your destination for custom quality signs and banners. We offer quality products, on-time production, and installation to fit most business needs. We can use your artwork and layouts, or we will custom design to meet your specific needs. Located at 1017 Franklin St. Michigan City, IN. Call 219.872.9111 for questions.

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