Things to Do

THE LOCAL 219 GUIDE TO OCTOBER

By Tori Krzyston / October 1, 2023

Now that the spookiest month of the year is here, don’t miss out on any Halloween festivities- check out our October Guide for things to do this month!   October 1 Shoreline Sunday Music Series 3-7pm at Shoreline Brewery & Restaurant Elvis Night Starring Ronnie B. Elvis 4-7pm in Griffith Robert Rolfe Feddersen at Off … Read more

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FRIEND REQUEST: CRYSTAL VANNIEULANDE OF CUP OF JOY CAFE

By Tori Krzyston / August 14, 2023

  As of two years ago, Crystal VanNieulande was still searching for her “dream job”. Now, her business Cup of Joy is a staple in her community and is expanding with a second location next month. She credits her staff, her community, and her faith as the leading forces in finally finding the job of … Read more

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THE LOCAL 219 END OF SUMMER GUIDE

By Tori Krzyston / August 10, 2023

  Even with summer coming to a close, there’s still tons to do in the region. Check out these August and September events and end your summer off right! Friday, August 11 Lake County Fair 9am-10pm Beatles Fest 2-10:30 pm in Hammond Saturday, August 12 Crown Point Farmers Market 8am-12pm @ Bulldog Park Touch of … Read more

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THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE FOURTH OF JULY

By Tori Krzyston / June 22, 2023

Looking for 4th of July plans? The staff here at Local219 did all the work so you don’t have to. Here’s a list of 4th of July events across the region: FRIDAY JUNE 30: *Friday, June 30-Tuesday, July 4th: Cedar Lake SummerFest & Highland 4th of July Festival *Friday, June 30-Sunday July 2: La Porte Red … Read more

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LOCAL 219 CONNECTION: LOCAL PERKS FOR LOCAL VIEWERS

By Alan Myszkowski / September 1, 2022
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The Ultimate Guide to the Fourth of July

By Tori Krzyston / June 30, 2022

Friday July 1st:  *Friday, July 1st-Monday, July 4th: Cedar Lake SummerFest  (Cedar Lake) 9:30PM Fireworks on the Lake  (La Porte) 3PM-9PM Red, Wine, and Brew  (Schererville) 5PM Rohrman Park Festival/9PM Fireworks  Saturday, July 2nd:  (Cedar Lake) 10AM Summerfest Parade  (Highland) 1:30PM Kiddie Parade  (La Porte) 9PM Light Up The Darkness(Drones & Fireworks Show) *Tickets must … Read more

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BEST COFFEE SHOPS IN NORTHWEST INDIANA

By Tori Krzyston / May 24, 2022

Northwest Indiana is home to a wide variety of local coffee shops. Here are our top voted shops to try this summer. SIP COFFEE HOUSE Location: Multiple locations across the Region Pictured: “The Yellow Bird” Here’s a google review: “Found this place by chance & I’m so glad I did! It actually may be the … Read more

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