Inspired Living January 2017

JANUARY 2017

IN SPIREDLIVING INDOOR FAMILY ACTIVITIES FOR WINTER

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Talking With Ty

JANUARY 2017 FEATURES

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Baby, It’s Cold Outside

Take the kids out for indoor family fun at these local stops.

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Sweater Weather Warm up with sweaters for him and her this winter.

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TALKING WITH TY PHOTO BY MICHELLE HAMSTRA, BABY, IT’S COLD OUTSIDE PHOTO BY LEVI ARNOLD, SWEATER WEATHER PHOTO BY PENNY FRAZIER

Reality television star Ty Pennington shares his expertise on a visit to Crown Point.

CONTENTS

JANUARY 2017

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DEPARTMENTS IN STYLE

INDULGE

INVIGORATE

IN HOME

IN EVERY ISSUE

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Trending Now: Athleisure to help you get fit in the new year.

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Slow Cooking Creations: Make easy, hearty dishes for the winter season.

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06 Editor’s Letter

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Family Farmhouse: Vintage and modern combine in a renovated Dyer home.

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73 Out on the Town

Hometown Wear: A local architect designs T-shirts celebrating the Region.

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Mangia! The Italian roots run deep at Gamba Ristorante.

Skin Deep: Learn how to protect your skin this winter.

Change It Up: Outside-the-box fitness regimens for the new year.

Warm Welcome: How to use blankets for warmth and interior design.

08 Contributors 09 Let’s Get Social 65 In Scene 74 Calendar 80 In Closing

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INSPIRED LIVING VOLUME 2 // ISSUE 8 PUBLISHER

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Julia Perla Huisman DESIGNER

April Burford EDITORIAL CONSULTANT

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LETTER utting together a January issue is not easy.

Not only do the deadlines align with the busy holiday season, but it can also be a strain to come up with compelling content. After the excitement and abounding creativity of the holidays, January is the downward descent, the letdown period that brings us back to the real world. Plus, it’s cold. Really cold.

That’s why this year, we wanted to focus on the bright side of this literally and figuratively dark month. We chose warmth, comfort and coziness over cold and callousness. When I think of warmth in the wintertime, I picture myself wearing a soft sweater, snuggled under a blanket on the couch, with a warm meal simmering in a slow-cooker. We have stories on all three of those lovely pictures in this issue (pages 56, 38 and 14, respectively).

And instead of wallowing in cabin fever, why not get out of the house and have some fun? We found several local places for families with kids to enjoy some bonding time indoors, on page 48. Each spot offers profuse opportunities for good old-fashioned fun and laughter. We asked a local (adorably picturesque) family to visit some of the attractions so we could take photos of them interacting for the story. At each location, they were having so much fun they didn’t want to leave!

Remember this the next time your kids say, “There’s nothing to do in the winter!”

The colder months are also a good time to tackle some home improvement projects, and I had the pleasure to meet and interview one of America’s favorite home heroes, Ty Pennington, when he visited Crown Point for the WaterPlace grand opening. He gave us some insight into his childhood (he’s proof that you should never give up on a child with ADHD), and also offered expertise on common household projects. He delivered these tips with extreme confidence and dexterity. This guy is no mere reality star; he’s the real deal.

Read for yourself on page 43.

So this year, after the holidays have come and gone, choose to focus on the warmth, beauty and opportunity that the wintertime offers. We hope we can be of some help in highlighting the season’s many positives. And before you know it, spring will be here!

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CONTRIBUTORS ‌We asked some of this month’s contributors:

“What do you enjoy most about winter in Northwest Indiana/Southwest Michigan?”

“While I love the beauty of the first snow and watching the flurries cover the ground, winter causes me to stay in more. I love to cuddle up on the couch with my favorite cozy blanket and have all the lights off except the Christmas tree lights. I love to hear the winter winds hitting my window as I’m cozy and warm in my little home.” -Penny Frazier, photographer In this issue, Penny photographed the Gamba family (page 19) and our cover models (whom you can also see on page 56).

Penny Frazier

“I enjoy the winter wonderland of lake effect snow, really. My wife and I like walking our dog along the Lake Michigan shore in winter. I also enjoy stopping at the Michigan tasting rooms of Tabor Hill, Round Barn and Journeyman (but not all on the same day!).” -Tony V. Martin, photographer Tony shot the gorgeous backdrop for our skincare story (page 23) and several events in our In Scene section (page 65).

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“Honestly, I’m much more of a hibernate by the fire with a mug of cocoa kind of girl, but I do like to brave the cold to get out and take pictures of the beauty of the Region in winter—particularly on the lakefront at Whiting’s Lakefront Park, Indiana Dunes or New Buffalo Public Beach. I also enjoy getting the kids out to a local sledding hill.” -Carrie Steinweg, writer Carrie researched and wrote about the best local indoor family spots for our feature on page 48.

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“NORTHWEST INDIANA IS A PRETTY DISTINCT PART OF THE STATE, AND FOR A TIME IT MIGHT HAVE BEEN A BIT OVERLOOKED. . .”

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nyone passing through the streets of Northwest Indiana may immediately feel an air of confidence, or a value intrinsic in the communities of Northwest Indiana. The brick walls and old neon signs lining our Broadways and downtown areas are evidence of the sensible yet sensational inhabitants of this unique part of Indiana. This upper corner of the state can be heard for miles around with sounds of industry and great times at the end of a long day of work.

Puffed chests aren’t rampant in the Region, but they sure do look great in a T-shirt designed by Kevin Templeman of Region Wear, a new apparel company on the scene in Northwest Indiana. Longtime resident of the area and hailing from Munster, Kevin is an architect who has built a brand that represents the best of us. Started in 2015, Region Wear was originally a creative outlet for Kevin to give his works to friends and family. Now, Kevin has had the pleasure of meeting and celebrating the people of NWI through his company. “If you look at the talent between the different towns in the Region, you may see that we’re carving out our identity,” he says. “Northwest Indiana is a pretty distinct part of the state, and for a time it might have been a bit overlooked, but it’s allowed us to do our own thing.”

Kevin has enjoyed marrying the area’s 219.682.8638 past with its future. Growing up, he and etsy.com/shop/ his family would visit the staples of the regionwear Region most of us here enjoy, whether it was hiking at the Dunes or visiting great downtown areas. Now, he’s anticipant of the opportunities at hand for the Region’s creatives to collaborate. “There are all these wonderful creative people in the area doing things they love,” he says, “and if you see those things align, it creates an energy throughout the area that I think is pretty cool.”

Kevin has released several T-shirt designs so far and he plans to launch more designs soon, as well as a website where his apparel can be purchased. He has a selection on Etsy as well as a Facebook page full of any updates that come out for Region Wear. You can also find him at the Hunt and Gather market held in Crown Point. Kevin’s shirts look great on anyone in the 219, and he’s excited to create clothing for the community for some time to come.

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Slow Cooking Creations Make hearty dishes for the winter season

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ith winter upon us, it’s a good time to think about creating hearty comfort foods. What better way to prepare those recipes than in a slow cooker?

Whether you’d like to make a stick-to-your ribs entrée or a delicious side dish, home cooks can make a variety of recipes in a slow cooker. Many slow cooker recipes are fairly easy to make, which leads to a stress-free experience for those having to make dinner every night.

Most of the time, it’s just a matter of blending assorted ingredients, placing them in the appliance and letting them simmer and cook for awhile. Choose one day a week to create a one-pot, slow-cooked meal that you don’t have to think too much about.

Food experts agree that slow cooking recipes can often be healthier because you’re not frying and using oil in the preparation. Slow cooking can also be more economical because you can use less expensive cuts of meat and still turn out an excellent recipe.

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Caribbean Jerk Pulled Pork Sliders Serves: 12

Ingredients

3 pounds boneless pork shoulder roast, trimmed 1/2 cup orange juice 1/4 cup cider vinegar 1/4 cup Caribbean jerk seasoning 2 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar 24 potato slider rolls, toasted

Tropical Salsa: 1-1/2 cups canned crushed pineapple, well drained 3 tablespoons jalapeño pepper, finely chopped 3 tablespoons orange juice 1-1/2 teaspoons Caribbean jerk seasoning

Directions For the sliders, place pork in slow cooker.

Mix orange juice, vinegar, seasoning and brown sugar until blended. Pour over pork.

Cover. Cook 8 hours on low or 4 hours on high. Meanwhile, for the Tropical Salsa, mix all ingredients in medium bowl until well blended. Cover. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Remove pork from slow cooker.

Shred pork, using 2 forks. Return pork to slow cooker. Mix and heat with sauce before serving. Serve on toasted rolls with Tropical Salsa.

Slow Cooker Tip: For best results, do not remove cover during cooking.

Note: For less spicy heat in the pulled pork, decrease Caribbean jerk seasoning to 3 tablespoons.

From McCormick & Company

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Asian Slow Cooker New York Pork Roast Serves: 8

Ingredients

2 to 3 pound boneless New York (top loin) pork roast 2 tablespoons Chinese five-spice 2 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup brown sugar, divided 2 teaspoons garlic powder 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, divided 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1-1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons cold water, divided 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons soy sauce Fresh chopped cilantro, for garnish Lime wedges, for garnish

Directions Place the pork roast in your slow cooker. In a small bowl, whisk together the Chinese five-spice, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper, salt and black pepper.

Rub the spice mixture all over the pork roast (including the bottom).

Pour 1 cup of water around the side of the pork roast. Try not to pour it over the top. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours. When there is about 20 minutes of cooking time left, prepare your glaze: In a small bowl, mix together the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of cold water until dissolved. Set aside.

In a large saucepan, add 1/2 cup of the remaining cold water, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper, and 3/4 cup brown sugar. Bring to a simmer and then stir in the cornstarch mixture. Continue to stir until the glaze has thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Remove the pork from the slow cooker and discard the liquid.

Generously brush the pork with the glaze while the pork is still hot.

Serve the remaining glaze on the side. Serve the pork with chopped fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Enjoy!

From National Pork Board, porkbeinspired.com

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Slow Cooker Cranberry Sauce

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Slow Cooker Cranberry Sauce

Slow Cooker Root Beer Ribs

Ingredients

Ingredients

Serves: 6

Serves: 8

1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries 2/3 cup sugar 1 seedless orange, peeled and sectioned 2 bay leaves 1 cinnamon stick

Directions Place all ingredients in 4-quart slow cooker.

Cover. Cook 3 hours on high, stirring every hour.

Uncover. Stir well.

2 racks St. Louis spare ribs (2-1/3 to 3 pounds each), cut into 3- or 4-rib sections 1/4 cup dark brown sugar, packed 2 tablespoons chili powder 1 tablespoon salt 2 teaspoons onion powder 1 teaspoon allspice 1-1/2 cup (12-ounce) can root beer (not diet), divided 2 tablespoons cornstarch, dissolved in 2 tablespoons cold water

Directions Combine brown sugar, chili powder, salt, onion powder and allspice in a medium bowl. Set aside half the spice mixture (about 1/3 cup); sprinkle the rest over both sides of ribs. Pour 1/2 cup root beer into slow cooker and add ribs. Cover and cook on low 5 to 6 hours or on high for 3-1/2 to 4 hours, until ribs are very tender.

With 10 minutes left on ribs, combine remaining root beer and reserved spice mixture in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Add cornstarch mixture and stir until sauce thickens, just a few seconds. Remove from heat; set aside. Remove ribs to platter and cover. Strain the cooking liquid and pour off fat. Add 1/3 cup remaining liquid to sauce; stir until smooth. Brush ribs with sauce, serve with remaining sauce on side.

From National Pork Board and porkbeinspired.com

From McCormick & Company

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Slow Cooker Red Wine Pot Roast Serves: 8

Ingredients

2-1/2 to 3 pounds boneless chuck roast, well-trimmed 1/2 pound baby carrots

1 large onion, cut into thick slices

1 pound red potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 4 medium potatoes)

1 package Slow Cookers Savory Pot Roast seasoning

1 cup red wine

Directions Place roast and vegetables in slow cooker. Mix seasoning mix and wine until blended.

Pour over roast and vegetables. Cover. Cook 8 hours on low or 4 hours on high. Remove roast and vegetables to serving platter.

Stir sauce before serving.

Thicken sauce, if desired.

Slow Cooker Tip: For best results, do not remove cover during cooking.

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very day is a memory,” says Michaelle Gamba, manager at her family’s restaurant, Gamba Ristorante in Merrillville, as she waves a friendly hello to six men arriving for lunch, regulars she’s known since childhood. When asked if she has any favorite memories to share, Michaelle has a hard time pinning down just one particular moment or person. She recalls a lifetime of delicious smells, great food, and the familiar, cherished faces of chefs, restaurant staff, and customers considered family and dear friends.

Even before I sit down to talk to Michaelle at Gamba Ristorante’s cozy bar, I feel warmly welcomed by the uniquely inviting design of the architecture which, like the food and wine served inside, is reminiscent of and true to the Gamba family’s Italian roots. Michaelle, one of owner Benito’s three daughters, explains how these roots span multiple generations and countries to bring Gamba’s signature authentic Italian cuisine and hospitality to Northwest Indiana.

The Roots Run Deep

Great food and warm hospitality are in the Gamba family’s blood. It all began some forty years ago, when Benito Gamba left Altomonte, a small hillside town in southern Italy, and arrived in Chicago to work at some of its finest establishments including The Cottage and Cricket’s, where he met his wife, Hilda. Though they call the Region home, the Gamba family makes frequent trips to Italy to visit members of Benito’s extended family and his childhood friends.

Benito, or Benny as he’s affectionately known by friends and family, opened his first restaurant, Café Venezia, in 1988, which was quickly followed by Venezia Bar and Grill. Yet when the opportunity came to combine the two different restaurants into one restaurant in Merrillville, Michaelle says that he jumped on it. “Dad met someone a long time ago who showed that opening a restaurant in Merrillville would be a great opportunity,” she recalls. In addition, she says they had such a good reputation and following, and they wanted to stay in the Region. Gamba Ristorante opened in March 2006. “This is what he ended up doing for us,” she says, referring to the expansive, elegant space.

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The Family That Serves Together Stays Together

In addition to owner, Benito, and his wife, Hilda, daughters Michaelle and Krystle are managers and Michaelle’s daughter, Cynthia, recently started bartending at the restaurant. (Benito and Hilda’s youngest daughter, Angela, resides in California, but comes home to visit in the winter.) Michaelle says that, even though working with family has its moments, “It’s fun. It’s long hours and long days, but we all have a good time. We all know our job duties, and when someone’s not here, we can trust that things will get done. We’re a very close family.”

A Lifelong Gamba Dream Actualized on the Amalfi Coast

In September 2016, the Gamba family returned to their ancestral country when Krystle’s lifelong dream of getting married in Italy was realized. Michaelle says, “It’s been her dream since she was five or six years old, but at first she was thinking of getting married here. We talked her into sticking with her original dream, and she fell in love with Italy’s Amalfi Coast.”

Accompanied by an intimate party of forty people, Krystle walked down the stairs of her hotel to the church, which Michaelle recalls was part of Krystle’s dream wedding. After the ceremony, Krystle walked back to the hotel, accompanied and serenaded by musicians. “The dinner, being surrounded by the ocean and mountains, the view of the cliff, seeing the ocean from the infinity pool; it was amazing,” Michaelle says.

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The authentic Italian cuisine, Michaelle explains, “is fresh in its flavoring, and everything, including our handmade ravioli and sauces, is made from scratch.” It’s not just the food or wine selection, though, that keeps devoted patrons coming back; it’s the familiarity factor that’s just as authentic as the cooking. “We’re family-owned, and the regulars who come here become family,” she says, adding, “People like seeing a familiar face. They like knowing that they’re always going to see one of the family members when they come to this establishment.”

Benito and Hilda Gamba

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And Yes, There’s a ‘Sopranos’ Connection

Gamba Ristorante does have a connection with the famous fictional Italian-American family, the Sopranos, but, unlike the relationships portrayed on the television show, it’s one that doesn’t break any laws. Actor Federico Castelluccio, who played Furio Giunta on The Sopranos, was the featured guest of honor at “An Evening with Federico Castelluccio,” which was held at Gamba Ristorante in August 2016. Proceeds from the event benefited the Folds of Honor Foundation, which provides scholarships to spouses and children of military servicemen and women killed or disabled while serving.

Michaelle explains that the event came about through Benito’s acquaintance, John Kostidis, CEO of Badass Brandz, who was acquainted with Castelluccio. She says that the event, which honored Fred Halpern of Albert’s Jewelry, promoted Kostidis’s workout brand— which seeks to put a positive spin on being bad, shown in its tagline “Be Bad Do Good”—while raising money for the Folds of Honor Foundation. “We had a great turnout for the event, around 120 people,” Michaelle recalls.

The Gambas are heavily involved with fundraising for a variety of nonprofits, including the March of Dimes, with funds raised from a friendly Signature Chefs competition, held in November 2016, going to the organization. The friendly competition between Benito and Josh Halpern, of Albert’s Jewelers, centered around making the best Italian slider. Michaelle laughs as she recalls her dad’s initial reaction to the challenge: “My dad was like, ‘What is an Italian slider?’”

Treasured Gamba Family Traditions

Michaelle’s favorite family traditions are their Christmas Eve and Christmas Day meals. Growing up, the traditional Christmas Eve Italian seafood feast comprised eleven courses, though it’s smaller now, she says, “maybe eight.” She admits, “All that food was overwhelming when we were younger.” The Christmas Day meal is Osso Buco and pastas with meatballs. “It’s how they used to do it in Italy.”

Hilda, Michaelle, and her sisters clean while Benito cooks, but Michaelle says that she and her sisters try to watch him cook so that, one day, they can continue the tradition. She also learns from watching the chefs, whom she says intimidate but inspire her with their culinary school training and expertise. “I’ve learned all my cooking tips from watching the guys and my dad.”

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Michaelle’s Favorite Risotto Michaelle says it’s important to get the texture of the risotto just right: “Don’t overcook it, but don’t leave it too soft or mushy, either.”

Risotto Milanese

(Makes about 4 servings) Ingredients 1 2 1/2 6 1/2 1/2 1 3 1 6 1 1/2

pound beef tenderloin (cut into 1-inch cubes) teaspoons kosher salt teaspoon freshly ground black pepper ounces olive oil, divided yellow onion, chopped very fine (no larger than a grain of rice) pound mixed mushrooms (cremini, oyster, shiitake, and portobello all work), cut into uniform pieces pound (2 cups) Arborio rice cups veal broth pinch saffron threads (about 10 threads) ounces butter, divided cup white wine pound real Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated

Directions Combine veal broth and saffron threads and bring to a simmer in a sauce pan. Sauté onion in 3 ounces of butter for 3 minutes or until translucent. Add rice and stir over medium heat for 3 minutes. Add wine and reduce until almost dry. Stirring nearly constantly, add the hot veal-saffron stock one ladle at a time as it absorbs.

During this process you will sear the beef and mushrooms (instructions follow). After about 20-25 minutes while rice is still al dente, stir in remaining butter and cheese to finish the rice. Top finished rice with the cooked mushrooms and beef and serve immediately.

Mushrooms: Heat 3 ounces of olive oil in a sauté pan until just smoking, then add mushrooms and let sit for one minute before stirring or tossing; you want them to begin to brown and crisp slightly. Stir/toss and finish cooking, about 4 more minutes. Season mushrooms with salt and pepper to taste, then keep warm.

Seared Beef Tenderloin: Heat 3 ounces of olive oil in a sauté pan until just smoking. Season beef cubes with salt and pepper.

Be careful not to overcrowd pan, working in batches if necessary. Pan fry beef cubes about one minute on each side until just medium-rare. Set aside and keep warm.

PHOTOGRAPHY (RIGHT) BY PENNY FRAZIER‌, (LEFT) DUNE LORENZ‌

Benito Gamba, owner of Gamba Ristorante in Merrillville, poses with Sopranos star Federico Castelluccio at “An Evening with Federico Castelluccio.”

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Skin Deep

t’s no secret that the cold winter air can wreak havoc on your skin... but it’s nothing a little TLC can’t fix. We spoke with Dr. Karen Jordan of Dermatology Associates of Northwest Indiana about how to properly care for our skin this winter.

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What are some signs that we’re not taking good care of our skin in the winter?

Red windburn on the cheeks, frostbite on toes and fingers, sunburn, dry or irritated skin, and cracking or bleeding chapped hands are all signs that your skin needs better care.

How do you recommend men and women keep skin moisturized in the winter?

Dry, cracked skin can be alleviated by treating your skin gently and protecting it during the winter months. Implementing a few easy habits can make a huge difference: 1. Wash with a very mild soap, not too harsh or too frequent. I recommend CeraVe cleansers to my patients because they remove dirt and oil without stripping away the skin’s natural barrier.

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ABOUT THE DOCTOR Board-certified dermatologist Karen Jordan, MD, is on staff at Community Hospital in Munster and St. Mary Medical Center in Hobart. Her practice, Dermatology Associates of Northwest Indiana, PC, has offices in Merrillville and Munster. For more information, visit dermatologyindiana.com.

2. Moisturize your skin after every wash. I tell patients to keep a bottle of moisturizer in their pocket and by their sink so they can moisturize throughout the day. Moisturizer works best when applied immediately after washing, when your skin is still damp. An ointment or cream formula is often more effective than lotion for severely dry skin. Don’t forget to protect your lips with a moisturizing lip balm as well. If the skin on your hands does get to the point that it is cracking and bleeding, we recommend applying super glue in the cracks and covering your skin with constant moisturizer.

Wear cotton gloves to cover the moisturizer and seal it in at bedtime.

3. Do not expose your skin to cold outdoor air. Wear protective clothing such as gloves or mittens, hat, facemask, scarf, and boots when outside.

Avoid having wet, cold hands.

Do we still need to wear sunscreen in the winter? Yes! You need to wear sunscreen every single day, rain or shine, even during the winter. Many people think sunny days are the only times that they need to wear sunscreen.

This is a myth. Overcast winter days are still dangerous because most of the sun’s ultraviolet rays can still get through the clouds and damage your skin.

In fact, melanoma rates are higher in northern states because many people think gray skies mean zero sun exposure and do not take appropriate precautions. You should wear sunscreen 365 days a year, even during the winter time. I instruct my patients to apply sunscreen on the face, neck, and hands (and any other exposed areas) every morning. If you can reapply throughout the day, that’s even better.

Today there are many cosmetically elegant sunscreens to choose from that are comfortable to wear and layer nicely under other products. Look for one that is at least SPF 30, contains at least 5 percent zinc oxide, and is broad-spectrum. Don’t forget to protect your lips with sunscreen, too.

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The barre method, shown here at Studio Barre in Crown Point, uses isolated ballet movements combined with some Pilates and yoga for a full-body toning workout.

Members of F3 Northwest Indiana do a boot camp-style workout in a Crown Point church parking lot.

Change It Up

I The workout at Orangetheory Fitness uses treadmills, rowing machines and hand weights along with other equipment.

Outside-the-box fitness regimens for the new year

t’s never easy, but it’s always worth it. Those are the words of Jason Hendrickson, who knows a little bit about how hard work can pay off big in the end. As someone who runs F3 Northwest Indiana boot camp in his hometown of Crown Point, Hendrickson works with members in outdoor boot camp-style training sessions. It’s definitely not your average workout—far from the warm temperatures and standard equipment many gyms provide.

His group is one of several options across Northwest Indiana that gives residents the opportunity to get in shape using outside-the-box fitness regimens. Whether it’s yoga, monitored workouts or studios that focus on strengthening both mind and body, there are many choices for those looking to add some variety to—or altogether change up—their workout routines.

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A NEW KIND OF GYM

Recognizing the desire of many to have an alternative choice to a standard gym, Orangetheory Fitness has exploded, seeing a 69 percent increase in studio openings in 2016 over last year. Kody Lotz, manager of the Dyer location that opened in July, says developing a relationship with clients has allowed staff to be part of their fitness journeys from start to finish.

Orangetheory’s heart-rate-monitored workouts are designed to get participants within the target-training zone of 84 to 91 percent of their heart rate, which stimulates metabolism and increases energy, he says. Group personal training sessions incorporate endurance and strength training.

Though standard gym equipment, including treadmills and free weights, is used, so are newer popular pieces such as rowing machines, according to Lotz. “It really is a 360-degree workout,” he says.

USING THE ELEMENTS

For Hendrickson, not having walls allows him to get creative with how he works out with groups in Northwest Indiana.

“F3 workouts are tailored to the location,” he says. “For the workout we do on Bethel Crown Point’s campus, we use the hills, trails, retaining ponds, logs pulled right out of the woods, bricks, blocks, tires, etc.”

At the DeMotte location, on the other hand, he may use baseball diamonds, bleachers, picnic tables, parking lots At Orangetheory Fitness in Dyer, head and soccer fields. “While these things trainer Mark Johnson aren’t necessarily unique in themselves, keeps the walkers and we’ll use them in a unique manner,” runners motivated.

Hendrickson says. “We’re only as limited as our imagination can go.”

The F3 boot camp is different in one other major way—it’s free.

The organization, which is named after “fitness, fellowship and faith,” provides workouts for groups of men with the goal of invigorating male community leadership. “We strive to make sure that no one works out alone,” Hendrickson says. “We’re peer-led, so that means the guy leading that day is doing the workout with you, not holding a clipboard and telling you what to do.”

Even in the winter, groups will gather outside, ready to take advantage of plowed parking lots that have formed mini-hills of snow off to the side. “Since we go all year, the motto we use is, ‘There’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad gear,’” Hendrickson says. “We work out in the rain and snow and ice. Just layer-up, wear weather-appropriate clothing—wool socks, winter gloves, hats—and keep going. You’ll warm up enough within five minutes that you’ll stop feeling the cold and start taking layers off.”

AT THE BARRE

For those looking for lower impact workouts, Studio Barre in Crown Point is a specialized workout center that focuses on building core strength and improving posture using a ballet barre.

Michelle Hamstra, owner and instructor, says it’s her goal to provide clients with a full-body sculpting workout that is both fun and effective. “We also incorporate lots of stretching so you get

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Tabitha Davis of Schererville is an instructor at Studio Barre in Crown Point.

Studio manager Caroline Ramsay leads a class at Dancing Feet Yoga in New Buffalo.

F3 Northwest Indiana boot camp

ORANGETHEORY, STUDIO BARRE AND DANCING FEET YOGA PHOTOGRAPHY BY TONY V. MARTIN, F3 NORTHWEST INDIANA BOOT CAMP PHOTOS PROVIDED

that long, lean, almost dancer-like body,” she says.

Participants vary in age from 16 to 70, and clients receive the benefits of cardiovascular exercise as well. “Even though it’s low impact, we bring the heart rate up, so within that hour you feel like you’ve hit everything,” Hamstra says.

YOGA THAT HEALS

Dave Wenig (inset) is the studio owner of Dancing Feet Yoga.

In New Buffalo, Michigan, Dancing Feet Yoga allows residents to explore another fitness option that differs from the traditional gym. Owner Don Wenig says teachers support clients on their wellness journeys, providing a total mind, body and spirit approach to staying fit at all levels. “It’s also an amazing cross-training approach for people who cycle, weight train or do other high impact exercises,” he says.

Classes range from introducing yoga basics, to meditation and even managing chronic pain. “The whole energy feel in our space is very Zen-like,” Wenig says. “Everything we do is geared around yoga, meditation and healing.”

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he couple who met in high school eventually bought his mom’s home in 2001, a detail they find charming. The 28 acres that came with it were also an attractive feature of the Dyer home. But it’s clear that John and Denise Eenigenburg count it a big, happy plus that their parents, children and grandchildren live nearby.

Then came the challenges of a major renovation of the ranch-style farmhouse, as well as successfully incorporating a style practically in its infancy. Vintage modern arrived on the home décor scene barely five years ago, but with Denise’s expertise as a floral designer and her innate sense of style and color, the Eenigenburg home reflects a successful combination of midcentury modern with vintage accents.

The 2001 renovation, which expanded the original footprint to 2,400 square feet, added two bedrooms and another bath. A portion of an original bedroom was given over to create new spaces; now there are four bedrooms and three and a half baths.

They gutted the kitchen, which included adding the vaulted ceiling and upgrading a lot of features. Inspiration led to another complete kitchen renovation and living room remodeling in April last year, so “Pretty much everything is new,” Denise says. An island topped with white quartz is “not as ‘busy’ as granite,” she adds. Vintage light fixtures hang overhead. New, white cabinets replaced dark ones and feature gold knobs. All-new appliances include a commercial stove, a testament to enjoying family gatherings. The oven handle is also gold, pulling together this accent color that’s used with restraint.

Black-and-white dishes in open cabinets provide another pop of color in the white space that includes white subway tiles over the stove.

Handy addition: a pantry with pull-out shelving.

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3 1. John and Denise Eenigenburg’s Dyer farmhouse on 28 acres was bought from John’s parents in 2001 and soon became a freshened version of a family-favorite home with an extensive renovation.

In this dining room Denise chose a light-hued farmhouse-style table and a mix of chairs for added interest. 2. Denise’s preference for a neutral palette and deft touch with vintage modern makes for a home that’s comfortable and uncluttered. 3. In April 2016 the dining room and kitchen were revamped, adding vaulted ceilings and upgraded appliances.

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Over the opening to the living room is a long, thin, slightly curved rose-colored panel of wood, “so everything wouldn’t be all shiny,” Denise says. “It’s a farmhouse; the look will last if you don’t go crazy with it.”

On the farmhouse-style table that has leaves to accommodate sometimes sizable family dinners is a tray with stems and cotton bolls and a new bucket proclaiming “Fresh Eggs Daily.”

Denise smiles, enjoying the reference to the chickens on the property. Industrial-gone-rustic chairs complete the look here.

“We made it our own,” Denise says. “I had a vision, a simple, neutral palette” with clean, modern lines that exemplify vintage modern.

There’s no jarring misfit of over-modernization in this farmhouse, while avoiding the fussiness that can result from over-emphasizing vintage pieces. New hickory flooring replaced the old pine wood, which was installed on a living room wall and whitewashed, underscoring the farmhouse roots. Denise also gravitates toward natural materials including driftwood and rope accents, like the roped chandelier found in Nashville, Tennessee.

4. A “Be Our Guest” sign, cheery “hello,” and symbolic forks and spoon offer a welcoming message. 5. The old pine flooring was replaced with new hickory flooring—and found a new purpose, installed on the living room wall and whitewashed. 6. With chickens providing plenty of eggs, Denise was delighted to find this bucket announcing “Fresh Eggs Daily”; on the dining table, it holds real cotton bolls in a natural arrangement.

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Not surprising, since 7. In a room for visiting Denise loves scouting grandsons, a large map piques their interests. Shutters add for unusual or perfectly more texture and preserve the fitting items for their mid-century style. 8. Denise home. One such found this massive cabinet that expedition—“I went dominates one living room wall exploring again!”—led and holds TV and decorative accents. 9. In a bedroom to the acquisition of a for visits from the couple’s statement piece for the granddaughter, a curved living room. A huge daybed and frilly pink dress cabinet, more than 8 are feminine touches; a rope feet-plus tall and 7 feet accent preserves the traditional wide, holds the TV and farmhouse feel in this room. has doors to storage areas and shelving areas above and below. The living room now has layers of white molding over a ledge and extending into the hallway.

The French doors to the sunroom are painted black, a surprisingly fresh accent for the airy, pleasant room that was originally a dining room.

Two bedrooms are ready solely for visiting grandchildren—seven now, with another on the way. In the boys’ room, a whole wall is chalkboard for busy imaginations, and “the kids love the really big map” over the bed, Denise says. Two old shutters are accents: “I love reusing pieces.” Beyond the Jack and Jill bath is the granddaughters’ room, decked out in an eclectic mix of girls-love-it décor.

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10. Birch branches and a stirrup on wood lend the natural accents the couple loves— and “Love” is the message. 11. Precise landscaping provides a curved path to the door, and the straight, small pergola John built just for Denise leads the way to the home they expanded by 2,400 square feet. 12. For the master bedroom the couple chose a natural ivory shade for the furniture to keep things light and airy.

The master bedroom is across the hall. Denise thrives on lots of light, and it’s here, along with warmth in the antique ivory of bed, dresser, and armoire. This year the master bath was remodeled, with modern vanity, extra-large mirror, and new flooring, but with farmhouse-style fixtures like the simple, pipe faucets. The large square of block window provides both light and privacy.

Denise found an old metal stirrup and affixed it to a block of rustic wood, “But I have to tell myself, ‘Take something down if you’re going to add another item!’”—an example of her creative side that yet insists on less is more.

The front porch is a traditional sit-back-andrelax place, evoking early evenings of enjoying the surrounding natural beauty. “It’s my room,” says Denise, who also loves the small pergola John built out front. It ushers the way to a curved front walk to the front door. The landscaping is formal and meticulous, including rows of evenly shaped and spaced bushes, but created in a small scale that’s inviting rather than rigid. And “Each time a new grandchild arrives, we plant a tree,” Denise says.

On this day Denise looks out over the property, then turns back to the house she and John truly have made their own. “I want my house to be warm,” she says, and it is, in every way.

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WELCOME

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I‌ t’s the time of year when you want to snuggle up on the couch with a warm blanket and soft pillow. But these items can do more than warm and comfort— they also can improve the look of your home.

Designer and event planner Rachel Collins invited us into her Crown Point home for tips on how to style with blankets, throws, and throw pillows.

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RACHEL COLLINS Rachel Collins is the founder and owner of Grace & Joy Events, which offers event planning and styling, rentals, and interior design services. She enjoys helping people plan beautiful and unique events or interiors using creativity and resourcefulness in a real budget. Rachel can be contacted at graceandjoyevents. com or on Facebook or Instagram at graceandjoyevents.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICHELLE HAMSTRA‌, RACHEL COLLINS’ PHOTO PROVIDED

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Throw pillows and a throw blanket are one of the easiest yet most effective ways of adding color and pattern to your room.

This gives a finished and cozy feeling to the sofa in your living room. I like the texture of sweater pillows, especially in the winter months. Try a lumbar pillow with two larger square pillows, and add one bold print next to solid pillows. Colors and patterns can also vary if there is one consistent or complementary color. The Ikat print featured here is popular and goes with a lot of décor.

THE HOME OFFICE

I love the bold fuchsia color and the Ikat print of these throw pillows in our home office.

Pairing a bright color with several neutrals in the furniture, curtains, and rug is a great way to make a bold statement in a room.

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THE BEDROOM

Create a relaxing retreat with a fluffy comforter and comfortable pillows. We like to keep the bedroom free of electronics and clutter so it is a restful and peaceful environment. Sheets with a high thread count are worth the extra money once you have them! While the weather is cold, add a pillow with a warm texture such as a faux fur; these are easy to find in home stores right now. A throw blanket draped across the end of the bed or over a corner provides a finishing touch.

THE FOYER

Layering various elements in dĂŠcor creates increased visual interest.

We have a tall woven basket under the entryway table where we actually store our mismatched socks for the kids to try to find a missing pair!

This is also a great spot to store an extra blanket and pillow. The fun print on this pillow adds a little extra interest in the foyer.

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Reality television star and home improvement master Ty Pennington shares his expertise on a visit to Crown Point

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By Julia Perla Huisman Photography by Michelle Hamstra

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ABOUT WATERPLACE WaterPlace is a showroom of Leeps Supply Co., a wholesaler of plumbing supplies and fixtures that has been a staple of Northwest Indiana for more than 65 years. Leeps’ WaterPlace showrooms—in Valparaiso, New Buffalo, Mich., and now Crown Point—carry high-end kitchen, bath and lighting products.

Ty Pennington, in person, is just as you would expect him to be: funny, talkative, fidgets a lot. America first fell in love with Ty’s signature crooked grin, go-with-the-flow demeanor, and remarkable creativity when he was the hunky carpenter on reality TV show Trading Spaces, and even more so as the charitable host of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. Ty visited Crown Point back in September, as the celebrity guest for the grand opening of WaterPlace, an upscale kitchen, bath and lighting showroom by Leeps Supply Company. We met with Ty prior to the opening to chat about his past influences and future predictions for home improvement.

What initially drew you to the home design industry? When I was a kid, I was the epitome of what ADHD looks like, back when they didn’t know what that was. The only way I would calm down is when I was drawing or putting a jigsaw puzzle together. My mom [who was a child psychologist] put me through a bunch of tests. There was one test where you had all these wooden blocks and it made an image when you put it all together. She set a timer and within seconds, I had it figured out.

I scored high in this area, but then in verbal areas not so much. She realized I had a talent in one area.

That’s not really a blessing in a family when you find out your kid can draw—oh, that’s great; that’s a big career. That’s always sort of a challenge when you know you’re pretty creative at certain things, but how do you turn it into a vocation?

Where did your building skills develop?

I paid my way through art school doing construction and building houses, so I learned how to do all of that then. It was never really my intent to become a professional carpenter. It was just a way to pay the bills.

I like creative problem solving. It’s what I’ve always sort of done, it’s what I was good at in college. That’s what I went to school for. I was a graphic designer for a while; I won some awards doing that. I consider design design, whether it’s a corporate identity logo or an interior space. But I’ve always been good with three-dimensional objects, so I started making custom furniture and pretty unique stuff.

When I was 9 years old, I built a three-story treehouse in my back yard. I didn’t have any tools because my dad was a jazz musician, he wasn’t

Most of the faucets in the showroom are working, so customers can experience how they truly flow and feel, and there is even a bathroom with a state-of-the-art shower, tub and toilet that customers can lease for an hour or two, to try the products out themselves.

“Everything about us is an experience,” says Josh Hamstra, vice president of Leeps. “Not just looking at an oversized box but allowing you to touch, feel, and smell all that we have to offer.”

The Crown Point showroom’s grand opening brought in hundreds of people, lured by a chance to win a $25,000 kitchen remodeling project and the opportunity to meet Ty Pennington. “Ty was literally the perfect person we could have gotten,” Hamstra says. “He shares our values, cares for people and brings a level of excitement unlike any person we have partnered with. So many people have watched him for years give his time and energy to people and that is what we as a company are all about.”

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Top: Ty Pennington poses with Crown Point Mayor David Uran and Leeps vice president Josh Hamstra.

Bottom: At the WaterPlace VIP party prior to the grand opening, guests were treated to food and drinks and a chance to meet Ty Pennington.

exactly a home fixer. But I ended up trading comics with all the kids in the neighborhood, so I pulled a Tom Sawyer. For the first project, I brought the community together, everyone brought [their tools], and in a day we built a three-story treehouse. [Earlier that day] I had destroyed the piano and probably destroyed most of the home by writing on the walls. My mom said, “Look, I’m really glad you’re creative, but any other projects you start, you can take it outside.

In fact, you can’t come back in until you get it out of your system,” so that’s what I did. I find it apropos that later on I’d be building houses in record time with community involvement, only I didn’t have to give up any comic books.

Trading Spaces was pretty much the start to home improvement reality TV. Why do you think that was so successful and why does this genre continue to succeed?

Trading Spaces was successful because first of all, the format was genius: the fact that two neighbors basically sabotage each other by redecorating each other’s house. But also you throw in some crazy designers with crazy ideas, that just makes good television. But more importantly, what really changed in the DIY world, is that for the first time we put tools in the homeowners’ hands. So for the first time you saw actual people doing the work themselves instead of professionals, and they were actually doing it. Even though they were being told to put Liquid Nails in the back of trim and tiles—let’s just say it’s not always the right material to be using—but the idea that they can do it was proven. So that revolutionized it and next thing you know, Home Depot stocks went through the roof. So Trading Spaces changed the face of DIY for sure.

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What are some of the top home trends we’ll see in 2017?

There’s still a lot of what’s old is new. A lot of the rustic throwback, reclaimed, of course—until we run out of reclaimed, which is sadly going to happen soon because everyone wants that look. But at the same time they’re making new products that look like they’ve been around a long time but they don’t necessarily have to be made from actual wood. There’s a lot of that simulated old-school look.

The subway tile thing is still big. That clean, sort of modern but at the same time throwback old period is still big. I think more people are getting to really understand what green is. At the beginning nobody really understood or really cared, but now the kids are really getting involved in understanding what is recycled and what can actually use less energy; it’s making more sense.

I spent a lot longer than seven days building a home for my own family. My mom has health issues and asthma so I had to make it the cleanest and healthiest. I think people are really starting to understand, when you build a home or make an addition onto the home, how can I make this the cleanest environment for my kids to grow up in, because they’re realizing that it is the family that lives

Josh Hamstra and Ty Pennington

ASK THE EXPERT At a VIP event the night before the grand opening, Leeps vice president Josh Hamstra asked Ty Pennington questions from customers about their home projects.

Here are some of the questions and Ty’s responses.

Q: My kitchen counters need updating. What can be done to them without the major cost of granite, yet still look like we have granite? I think my answer there is, “Don’t take laminate for granite.” They do make some laminate these days that looks like granite, but if you’re trying to increase the value of your home, I wouldn’t.

Q: We have a living room and dining room we never use.

What are some suggestions for making all the space usable? There are so many homes that have formal dining rooms that we just walk right through, that we never use. So definitely convert that to an office or a kids’ play area, maybe a craft room. You could turn it into so many things. Why let that space go to waste?

Q: Is it a mistake to remove the tub from a master bath and just have a large walk-in shower? No, that is not a mistake. It’s a preference. In the home I built for my family, I put all walk-in showers in it. Keep one bathtub for that one day you want to take a bath.

But when you do get older in age, do you want to be lifted in and out of the tub? Walking in is good; walking out is also good. So I’d go with a walk-in.

in it. So you’re talking about mold-free drywall, you’re talking about HEPA filters in your air conditioning system to make the air cleaner.

It may cost a little bit more, but now that our smartphones can tell us how much energy our homes are actually using, people are starting to realize, ‘Oh, maybe I should go with a different product’ like sprayfoam insulation that makes a massive amount of difference instead of old-school insulation.

But those are the kind of [trends happening] that are behind the wall. I mean, everybody can tell what’s going on fashion-wise in a home because you see it on TV and in magazines, but I think what’s important is what’s happening behind the wall, in the attic and underneath the house. As corny and “home-builder” sounding as that is, it’s kinda true.

There are products you can use that cut down on the footprint. You’ll pay a little more for it, but you know when you’re building that you’re using less waste, and that’s what green building is.

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Q: If you were going to remodel a home, what would be the number one item/area that needs to be remodeled? If you want people to come into your house, work on the front lawn. But if you want them to buy your home, kitchen and bath.

Or if you want them to stay, kitchen and bath.

Q: We are finishing our basement. What is the best flooring to use? I definitely wouldn’t spend a lot of money on that. Either a floating floor that if you get some water damage you can rip it out and replace it, that’s the most logical. But if you’re going to be there a while and are actually going to use the space, then ceramic tile that looks like wood is awesome, too. It all depends on how much you use the space. Low end would be floating floor, high end would be ceramic tile.

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Take the kids out for indoor family fun in the Region

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I‌ t’s going to be a while before we’re back to mild weather where we can bask in the sun and splash in the water, but in the meantime, there are several indoor spots in the Region where you can wear the kids out and enjoy some family time together.

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Bellaboo’s Play and Discovery Center

Bellaboo’s art room

2800 Colorado St Lake Station 219.963.1030 mybellaboos.com Many facilities that are run by a parks and recreation department are outside playgrounds or spaces, but Bellaboo’s is a perfect indoor winter destination for curious and active youngsters (that also has some outdoor fun when the weather warms up). Operated by the Lake County Parks and Recreation Department, the facility offers plenty of fun interactive play zones designed for kids ages 9 and under.

The clever design has a cafe in the middle with play areas surrounding it so that adults can see around in several directions to keep an eye on kids. It’s a combination of activities, exhibits and education rolled into one, where kids can engage in play on their own or with peers.

Highlights are a climbing tower, kid-sized kitchen, reading nook and pretend pizza parlor. Check out their online calendar for daily activities, drop-off sessions and seasonal fun.

A yearly pass is available that can save you money if you plan to visit frequently.

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Bellaboo’s face painting room

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Jak’s Warehouse ropes course

Jak’s Warehouse 221 Indianapolis Blvd Schererville 219.322.5257 jakswarehouse.com

With a mix of laser tag, arcade games, golf and more, you’ll be able to find an activity to entertain everyone in the family at Jak’s Warehouse. Teams of up to 8 can take to the Laser Tag area to strategically hit opponents’ vests while dodging lasers themselves. A laser maze is a little different—an interactive game using mirrors and different effects to deceive players as they work to get through the maze without getting hit.

There are also opportunities for some physical fun with two climbing structures. Ballocity is a four-story attraction with tubes, slides and foam ball launchers. The Sky Trail includes a more-challenging climbing and ropes course.

Add in the fun of miniature golf, bumper cars, go-karts and an arcade and you’ve got plenty of fun to fill an afternoon without braving the cold.

Jak’s Warehouse arcade

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Jak’s Warehouse bumper cars

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1035 Eagle Ridge Dr Schererville 219.227.3777 skyzone.com If you want to head somewhere with the kids where they won’t home in on a screen or electronic device, but will be exhausted by the time they leave, Sky Zone will do the trick. The indoor trampoline park has locations around the world, including one in Schererville.

Kids and adults can spend time jumping away or engaging in activities that include trampoline dodgeball or basketball or swimming around in a foam pit.

Jump times can range from 30 to 120 minutes and passes can be purchased individually or you can check online for packages like the Tuesday Family Night Deal, where you can get four onehour passes, a large pizza and a pitcher of pop for $55.

Fair Oaks Farms Pork Adventure

R-Way Skate Center 3600 Scottsdale St Portage 219.759.3856

If you want to plan an old-school outing where you can enjoy a blast from the past and show the kids some of your old moves, try R-Way Skate Center in Portage for one of the weekend skating sessions.

For the current season, which runs through late May, there are regular hours on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings. There are also Saturday and Sunday afternoon sessions through the end of April. Session fees start at $6.50 plus the cost of rental skates.

The center also runs occasional “All Night Skates,� where they open their doors for patrons to skate all night long from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. A concession stand is open for snacks. No outside food can be brought in.

Fair Oaks Farms 856 N 600 E Fair Oaks, Ind. 219.394.2025 fofarms.com

A visit to Fair Oaks Farms provides an up-close look at modern farming through educational displays, hands-on fun, live animal exhibits, finished food products and more.

In warmer weather, additional outside attractions include rock climbing, a giant air pillow, a train ride, garden and more. However, buses continue to bring visitors out for tours throughout the year.

Different “adventure” sections give a peek into the production of pork, growing of crops and milking cows with the unique opportunity to see a calf or piglet born. The Dairy Adventure will be closing this month for some changes and a new display is scheduled to open by summer.

The Crop Adventure covers agriculture and how corn, soy, wheat and other foods are grown.

The Pork Adventure includes a welcome center to learn about pig farming today and in the past with some play elements for kids.

You won’t want to leave without a casual bite in the Cowfé of some Fair Oaks products like cheese or ice cream or a more upscale meal in the full-service Farmhouse Restaurant.

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‌ s the coldest days of winter are A upon us, our wardrobe should be fully stocked and prepared. Sweaters remain the number one fashion pick for warmth in a season that chills us to the bone, and this year they come in all styles and varieties, for both men and women. Snuggle up in these sweaters and feel the cold no more.

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ON TARIA: Midriff turtleneck sweater by Uni, $50; stonewashed high-waisted jeans by Special A, $39; necklace, $24 ON RAHSAAN: Popcorn-stitch full turtleneck sweater by LaVané, $95

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ON TARIA: Poncho with faux fur collar, $55; highwaisted ripped jeans by American Bag, $45 ON RAHSAAN: Wool-blend shawl collar sweater with horn toggle closure by LaVané, $98

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Cold shoulder sweater dress by Pol, $65; high-waisted ripped jeans by American Bag, $45; floppy felt hat, $32; choker, $8

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The gala proceeds benefit the Patient Assistance Fund and the Cancer Care Fund. Attendees enjoyed drinks, dinner and dancing, as well as the chance to have their photos taken and enter a prize drawing.

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Valley

55 Franklin St Valparaiso 219.531.8888 eatvalley.com This farm-to-fork restaurant has a rustic yet cozy ambience and features fresh, creative cuisine to satisfy the taste buds of foodies in the Region. Located on the square in downtown Valparaiso, it is open daily for dinner starting at 4 p.m.

“We believe that the best food you can eat is the food that is grown closest to you,” says owner Blair Muro. “We serve the freshest ingredients at an affordable price and in a very casual environment, which makes for a tasty and comfortable supper that anyone can enjoy.”

The simple menu contains a handful of regular items along with additional seasonal specials. A fish-of-the-day and rotating locally raised, grass-fed beef entrées vary depending on availability. Al fresco dining is available in the warmer months.

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Open since 2011, Gravity offers a variety of quality wines that can be enjoyed at tables in the tasting room or on an expansive covered deck overlooking the lake and vineyards in Baroda, Michigan. “In contrast to traditional stand-at-the-bar tastings, wine here is served in flights,” says owner Allison Rick. “Visitors select four wines from the diverse wine list, which are then poured in generous mini-glass portions rather than small tastes.” Pairings such as Gouda cheese and quinoa sea salt crackers are included in the flight experience.

Visitors are often greeted by the resident canine, Ollie, who roams the grounds and enjoys the company.

Tish’s Antiques

Lynn Scheeringa has been a fan of antiques since her teens, and her love of vintage pieces has only gotten stronger over time. “In my later teens, my mother and I liked going to flea markets and auctions and we happened upon Lowell one day and came across an antique mall in an old schoolhouse,” she says.

A room was available and Tish’s Antiques was born.

The second generation business, opened in 1975, is now located in a historical 1890 building that’s been a harness shop, a machine shop and a Studebaker dealership. Scheeringa says they started in Depression glass and evolved to a general line, carrying furniture, art prints, lighting, jewelry and more. “My sister comes in and helps, so it’s still a family thing,” she says.

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JAN 1-FEB 28 Winter Fest 2017, New Buffalo, Mich. 888.660.6222. newbuffalo.org. New Buffalo transforms into a winter wonderland with ice sculptures, horse-drawn sleigh rides, a skating rink and more.

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05 Eat Up Wine Down, 5-10pm, downtown Valparaiso. 219.464.8332. valparaisoevents.com. The first Thursday of every month, Valpodining.com restaurants offer some of their most popular drinks and/or dishes for $5 a selection.

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Back Home Again, 7:30pm, Memorial Opera House, 104 E Indiana Ave, Valparaiso. 219.548.9137. memorialoperahouse.com.

Duo Sequenza performs their second concert in the “Indiana Bi-Sequenz-ennial!� concert series.

THROUGH JAN 9 Festival of Lights, Washington Park, 115 Lakeshore Dr, Michigan City.

219.873.1506. emichigancity. com. More than five million individual bulbs light up the largest free drive-through light exhibit in the Midwest.

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THROUGH MAR 5 Ice Skating Under the Urschel Pavilion, hours vary, William E. Urschel Pavilion, 70 Lincolnway St, Valparaiso. 219.548.4888. centralparkplazavalpo.com.

Open skating takes place seven days a week.

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Northwest Indiana Bridal Expo, noon-4pm, Porter County Expo Center, 215 E Division Rd, Valparaiso.

574.234.1061. louiestuxshop. com/bridalexpo. One of the largest bridal shows in NWI with free admission, fashion runways and more than 120 regional wedding specialists.

Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Bus Tour, 1-3pm, Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 IN-49, Chesterton. 219.395.1882. nps.gov/indu. Join a ranger for a free two-hour tour of the stark winter beauty of the national lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Reservations are required.

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THROUGH JAN 29 Motown vs. Chi-Town, Center for Visual and Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Rd, Munster. 219.836.1839. southshoreartsonline.org. The exhibit traces the Chicago music scene of 1950-70, its ties to Detroit and its early beginnings in NWI.

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12th Night Tree Burning, 6pm, Main Square Park, 3001 Ridge Rd, Highland.

219.838.1080. highland. in.gov. The Festival of Lights officially closes with this annual event. Guests are encouraged to bring their Christmas trees for a bonfire and enjoy hot chocolate.

Kubecca—Ultimate Music Odyssey, 7pm, Munster High School Auditorium, 8808 Columbia Ave, Munster. 219.923.7879. lakeshoreconcerts.org. A performance combining country, jazz and show tunes arranged for unique instrumentation.

Cinderella, 8pm, The Mendel Center at Lake Michigan College, 2755 E Napier Ave, Benton Harbor, Mich. 269.927.1221. themendelcenter.com.

The Russian National Ballet Theatre presents an adaptation of the centuriesold folk tale.

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JAN 7-8 Towle Theater Season Preview, 7pm reception, 8pm show, Towle Theater, 5205 Hohman Ave, Hammond. 219.937.8780. towletheater.org. Highlighting scenes and songs from the theater’s upcoming season.

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JAN 10-APR 2 Sand & Steel—Visions of Our Indiana Shore, Brauer Museum of Art, Valparaiso University, 1709 Chapel Dr, Valparaiso. 219.464.5365. valpo.edu/ brauer-museum-of-art. Artwork inspired by the beauty of the Indiana Dunes and the industry along the shore.

21 Salute to the ’60s, 7:30 pm, Star Plaza Theatre, 8001 Delaware Pl, Merrillville. 800.745.3000. starplazatheatre.com.

Herman’s Hermits featuring Peter Noone, The Buckinghams and The Grass Roots perform.

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Chili Tour, 5-8pm, downtown St. Joseph, Mich. 269.985.1111. stjoetoday.com. Participating locations or “Chili Stops” will prepare their best chili recipes for tasting.

14th Annual Gardening Show, 8am-4pm, Porter County Expo, 215 E Division St, Valparaiso.

219.465.3555. pcgarden. info. An award-winning gardening event with presentations by gardening experts, 100 exhibitors and vendors, and more.

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JAN 14 Dunes Learning Center Winter Open House, 11am-3pm, Dunes Learning Center, 700 Howe Rd, Chesterton. 219.395.9555. duneslearningcenter.org. An afternoon of family fun in nature. Explore the outdoors with a team of expert naturalists or head inside for crafts, cookies and cocoa.

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JAN 16 Blood Drive, 1-6pm, St. John Township Community Center, 1515 Lincoln Hwy, Schererville. redcrossblood.org. Donate blood and give the gift of life.

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JAN 18-21 Book Sale, presale 10am-noon Wed, sale noon-4pm Wed, 10am-6pm Thu-Fri, 10am-4pm Sat, Paws Resale Shoppe, 8149 Kennedy Ave, Highland. 219.513.8911. hscalumet.org. Humane Society Calumet Area hosts its annual winter book sale fundraiser featuring adult and youth books, CDs and DVDs. The sale begins with a presale on Wednesday with a $5 admission and concludes with a $5 bag sale on Saturday.

ONGOING

Open Skate, hours vary, Midwest Training and Ice Center, 10600 White Oak Ave, Dyer. 219.558.8811. midwesttrainingandice.com.

NWI’s largest state-of-the-art training facility offers open skate sessions at its Olympicsize ice arena.

THROUGH JAN 7

The Hunt—The Prey—The Spirit, Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 101 W 2nd St, Michigan City. 219.874.4900. lubeznikcenter.org. An allwoman show focused on the portrayal of animals.

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Tuck Langland—From the Artist’s Studio, Krasl Art Center, 707 Lake Blvd, St. Joseph, Mich. 269.983.0271. krasl.org. The American sculptor’s works are on display.

KOOL & THE GANG, 9pm, Four Winds Silver Creek Event Center, 11111 Wilson Rd, New Buffalo, Mich.

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Indians 6, Cubs 0 On the night the Cleveland Cavaliers raised their NBA championship banner, the Indians shut out the Cubs behind nine strikeouts from Corey Kluber and a pair of home runs by Roberto Perez.

Cubs 5, Indians 1 Jake Arrieta took a no-hitter into the sixth inning and Kyle Schwarber drove in two runs to help the Cubs win their first game in the World Series since beating Detroit to force a Game 7 in 1945.

Indians 1, Cubs 0 Indians crashed a party 71 years in the making, winning the first World Series game at Wrigley Field since 1945.

Cleveland earned its fifth postseason shutout and Coco Crisp drove in the lone run.

Indians 7, Cubs 2 Corey Kluber pitched six innings on short rest for his second win of the series and Jason Kipnis hit a 3-run HR in his hometown against his favorite team growing up to put Cubs on brink of elimination.

Cubs 3, Indians 2 Facing elimination, Joe Maddon summoned Aroldis Chapman from the bullpen in the seventh inning for the closer’s first eight-out save of his career, and the Cubs sent the series back to Cleveland.

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Cubs 9, Indians 3 Kris Bryant homered in a three-run first inning, Addison Russell hit a grand slam and tied a World Series record with six RBIs and the Cubs rolled to force a decisive Game 7 at Progressive Field.

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Cubs 8, Indians 7 After Aroldis Chapman blew an eighth-inning lead by allowing a two-run home run, the Cubs rallied to score two runs in the 10th, highlighted by Ben Zobrist’s run-scoring double.

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Indians 6, Cubs 0 On the night the Cleveland Cavaliers raised their NBA championship banner, the Indians shut out the Cubs behind nine strikeouts from Corey Kluber and a pair of home runs by Roberto Perez.

Cubs 5, Indians 1 Jake Arrieta took a no-hitter into the sixth inning and Kyle Schwarber drove in two runs to help the Cubs win their first game in the World Series since beating Detroit to force a Game 7 in 1945.

Indians 1, Cubs 0 Indians crashed a party 71 years in the making, winning the first World Series game at Wrigley Field since 1945.

Cleveland earned its fifth postseason shutout and Coco Crisp drove in the lone run.

Indians 7, Cubs 2 Corey Kluber pitched six innings on short rest for his second win of the series and Jason Kipnis hit a 3-run HR in his hometown against his favorite team growing up to put Cubs on brink of elimination.

Cubs 3, Indians 2 Facing elimination, Joe Maddon summoned Aroldis Chapman from the bullpen in the seventh inning for the closer’s first eight-out save of his career, and the Cubs sent the series back to Cleveland.

Cubs 9, Indians 3 Kris Bryant homered in a three-run first inning, Addison Russell hit a grand slam and tied a World Series record with six RBIs and the Cubs rolled to force a decisive Game 7 at Progressive Field.

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Cubs 8, Indians 7 After Aroldis Chapman blew an eighth-inning lead by allowing a two-run home run, the Cubs rallied to score two runs in the 10th, highlighted by Ben Zobrist’s run-scoring double.

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Motown vs. Chi-Town, Center for Visual and Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Rd, Munster. 219.836.1839. southshoreartsonline.org.

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Indiana Dunes Painting Exhibit, 9am-4pm, Indiana Dunes Tourism Visitor Center, 1215 N State Rd 49, Porter.

219.395.1882. Indiana Dunes paintings created by the Duneland Plein Air Painters on display.

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Eat Up Wine Down, 5-10pm, downtown Valparaiso. 219.464.8332. valparaisoevents.com. The first Thursday of every month, Valpodining.com restaurants offer some of their most popular drinks and/or dishes for $5 a selection.

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Ice Skating Under the Urschel Pavilion, hours vary, William E. Urschel Pavilion, 70 Lincolnway St, Valparaiso. 219.548.4888. centralparkplazavalpo.com.

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12th Night Tree Burning, 6pm, Main Square Park, 3001 Ridge Rd, Highland.

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Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular, 8pm, Star Plaza Theatre, 8001 Delaware Pl, Merrillville. 800.745.3000. starplazatheatre.com. Elvis performers pay tribute to the greatest entertainer of all time.

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Kool & the Gang, 9pm, Four Winds Silver Creek Event Center, 11111 Wilson Rd, New Buffalo, Mich.

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Thursday Night Noir!

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219.464.5365. valpo.edu.

This fun and informative foray into the shadowy world of noir begins with a showing of “Black Angel” followed by a discussion.

JAN 20

Cinderella, 8pm, The Mendel Center at Lake Michigan College, 2755 E Napier Ave, Benton Harbor, Mich. 269.927.1221. themendelcenter.com. The Russian National Ballet Theatre presents an adaptation of the centuries-old folk tale.

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Celebrate the Summer of Love as members from The Crawpuppies and Chris and Lou recreate the precision, passion and love of the music of the Beatles.

Take the Chili Tour in downtown St. Joseph on Jan. 27.

JAN 21

Salute to the ’60s, 7:30 pm, Star Plaza Theatre, 8001 Delaware Pl, Merrillville. 800.745.3000. starplazatheatre.com.

Herman’s Hermits featuring Peter Noone, The Buckinghams and The Grass Roots perform.

JAN 21

Winter Delights—A Festival of Wine, Food and Music, 5-9pm, The Mendel Center at Lake Michigan College, 2755 E Napier Ave, Benton Harbor, Mich. themendelcenter.com.

An evening of wine tasting with the regional wineries, food and live entertainment.

JAN 22

Northwest Indiana Bridal Expo, noon-4pm, Porter County Expo Center, 215 E Division Rd, Valparaiso.

574.234.1061. louiestuxshop. com/bridalexpo. One of the largest bridal shows in NWI with free admission, fashion runways and more than 120 regional wedding specialists.

JAN 24

Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Bus Tour, 1-3pm, Indiana Dunes Visitor Center,

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JAN 27

Chili Tour, 5-8pm, downtown St. Joseph, Mich.

269.985.1111. stjoetoday. com. Participating locations or “Chili Stops” will prepare their best chili recipes for tasting.

JAN 27-28, FEB 3-5, 9-11

Pale Dream, Chicago Street Theatre, 154 W Chicago St, Valparaiso. 219.464.1636. chicagostreet.org. When their father becomes sick, two estranged brothers, once united by their love of film and the desire to make movies together, must face each other in this edgy new drama.

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JAN 28

14th Annual Gardening Show, 8am-4pm, Porter County Expo, 215 E Division St, Valparaiso. 219.465.3555. pcgarden.info. An awardwinning gardening event with presentations by gardening experts, 100 exhibitors and vendors, and more.

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JAN 28

St. Joe Winter Beer Fest, noon-4pm, downtown St. Joseph. 269.985.1111. stjoetoday.com. Michigan breweries gather together for a day of ice-cold fun.

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