northwest indiana: A Very Happy Client
- 05/21/09 09:36 AM
I just received a call from a client of mine that closed on his first house on March 13th. Going back to the first time that I showed him the house. He really liked it. It was an REO that had been gutted by vandals. The house had a remodelled kitchen. The bathroom had to be completely replaced thanks to the vandals. The kitchen needed a sink basin, faucet and new plumbing. The bac bedroom window needed to be replaced. The house also needed a furnace, air conditioner and water heater. Needless to say it was a handyman's dream. We wrote (4 comments)
northwest indiana: 1210 Orchard Dr. Merrillville, IN 46410
- 06/30/08 08:56 AM
This lovely 2 bedroom 1 1/2 barh brick ranch has a main floor laundry room. A finished basement with 2 more possible bedrooms down stairs and a 3/4 bath. It has an enclosed patio, above ground pool, 2 car garage, new roof, updated electrical and has been freshly painted. (1 comments)
northwest indiana: A deal closed with a fellow Rainer!!!
- 02/01/08 10:39 AM
How many of you have closed deals with fellow AR members? I'm happy to say Active Rain helped me close a deal with a client and a fellow Active Rainer, Steve Dalton. I was excited today to actually meet Steve in person for the first time. We have had several communications through active rain but this was the first meeting. I can say if it wasn't for talking to him through AR this deal may not have happened. My client was getting ready to look at a FSBO when Steve and I had negotiated a deal. My client was thrilled with (4 comments)
northwest indiana: Chesterton, Indiana 46304
- 04/27/07 04:15 AM
Chesterton, Indiana Take a trip to Chesterton for a fun fill afternoon. Starting in May the European Market opens. There are antique shops to browse in and quait little shops to stop in. If shopping is not your cup of tea go hiking in the Dunes. There is Brassie Golf Course for all of you golfer. Coffee Creek has a nice place to hike and you are not far off the highway if you are not adventurous and don't want to hike in the woods. The town takes you back to yesteryear. All we need is a 5 & 10 cent store. (2 comments)
northwest indiana: Indiana Dunes State Park--Chesterton, Indiana
- 04/20/07 06:24 AM
Indiana Dunes State Park consist of 2,182 acres of primitive, historic and unique Hoosier Landscape. It lies on the north end of State Road 49 in Porter County and includes more than three miles of beautiful beach along Lake Michigan's southern Shore. The park was established in 1925. Activities and Facilities at the Dunes include: Camping which is walking distance to the beautiful beach Concession & Campground grocery Hiking trails Interpretive Naturalist Service Nature Center Picnic Area Swimming from the Saturday before Memorial Day and no later than Labor Day Youth Tent Camping To Reserve for camping or the shelters www.camp.in.gov 1-866-6campIN To Reservations for the INN or INN Cabins www.indianainns.com (0 comments)
northwest indiana: Chesterton Feed and Garden Center-Chesterton, Indiana
- 04/18/07 11:51 AM
Chesterton Feed & Garden Center Inc. 400 Locust Street Chesterton, Indiana 46304 Phone (219) 926-2790 Fax (219) 926-7412 e-mail - info@duneland.com Open 7 days a week all year Monday - Friday 9 - 6 Saturday 9 - 5 Sunday 10 - 4 We live where we have a lot of deer in our woods. My grandmother likes to sit at the kitchen table and watch them come to the feeder and eat. We have had as many as nine deer out there at one time. We go the The Chesterton Feed Store off of Woodlawn on Street to get the (0 comments)
northwest indiana: Gardens of the Prairie
- 04/08/07 11:46 AM
Garden on the Prairie 3242 W. 169th Ave Lowell, IN 46356 (219)690-0911 www.gardensontheprairie.com Garden Calendar of Events April 28 & 29 Garden and Pond Expo...Lake County Fairgrounds May 19 Dish Garden Workshop 8am (GOTP) June 9 Rise and Shine Seminar with Wayne Gruber June 30 & July 1 Lowell Garden Walk July 14 & 15 Cedar Lake Walk July 29 Art in the Garden
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northwest indiana: Das Dutchman Essenhaus-Middlebury,Indiana
- 04/07/07 11:59 AM
Das Dutchman Essenhaus Amish and Mennonite-Style Restaurant and Bakery They cater and have an Inn and Conference Center. 240 US 20 Middlebury, IN 46540 800-455-9471 http://www.essenhaus.com/ HOURS OF SERVICERESTAURANTBREAKFAST6:00 AM - 11:00 AMDINNER11:00 AM - 8:00 PMFri & SatOpen until 9:00 PMBAKERYMon-Thurs6:00 AM - 8:00 PMFri & Sat6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
They serve foods family style. The food is great. It has a country home atmosphere. Featuring entrees like broasted chicken, tender roast beef, baked steak, real mashed potatoes with rich homemade gravy, made-from-scratch noodles, and more. Their family-style dinners also come with homemade bread dressing, tossed salad with our own special dressings, choice of corn or green (1 comments)
northwest indiana: The Paper Conspiracy--Chesterton, Indiana
- 04/07/07 10:57 AM
Are you into scrapbooking. This place has thousands of stickers in every theme you can think of. They have paper, books, embellishments, ink, pens and much more. They also have cropping tools that you can use. On their website they have scrapbooking ideas. They also have clases. 766 Indian Boundary RoadChesterton, IN 46304(219) 921-5459Mon 12-5PM Tues 10-5PM Wed·Fri·Sat 10-5PM Sun CLOSED www.thepaperconspiracy.com/ (1 comments)
northwest indiana: Hannah's---New Buffalo, Michigan
- 04/07/07 10:45 AM
Hannah's Located on US 39 right before the Heart of New Buffalo. 115 South Whittaker St., New Buffalo, MI 49117888.877.1440 HoursSun - Thurs 11:00am - 10:00 pm ETFri - Sat 11:00am - 10:00 pm ETSpring & Summer open 1 hour later They have a nice variety of food from chicken, Apple Pork Chops, Prime Rib, Lake Perch, Roast Duck and much more... It is decorated with old pictures of the area. The service is friendly and quick. They also have a meeting room http://www.hannahsrestaurant.com/ visit this website for more details (0 comments)
northwest indiana: Fiesta Palace-Merrillville, Indiana
- 04/03/07 10:33 AM
Have a taste for Mexican Food? Fiesta Palace is a little known secret in Merrillville, Indiana. It is located on Broadway behind Piatak Meats (Near 61st and Broadway) They are closed on Mondays. The food is excellent, the service is good and the food is authentic. Give it a try and you won't be disappointed. The steak flauntas are my favorite. They have a large banquet room for large get togethers. (0 comments)
northwest indiana: Porter County, Indiana Master Gardener Hotline
- 04/03/07 10:26 AM
Do you have some gardening questions and you don't know who to call. The Master Gardeners of Porter County are prepared to answer your questions about gardening, lawn care and horticultural question on trees, shrubs flowers, fruit, insects, vegetables, compost, organic gardening and much more. The group of volunteers received training from the Purdue University staff and specialists. The hotline operates 5 days a week to meet your needs. Open April through September 8:30am to 4:30 pm. It is closed holidays. Phone number is (219)465-3555 extension 21. Questions can also be emailed year round to pcmg@purdue.edu (2 comments)
northwest indiana: Hiking-Rookery in Chesterton
- 04/02/07 05:17 AM
Birdwatching and Hiking The rookery in Chesterton is a place to go. Located on 450E and 1300N in Chesterton. There are a variety of birds in there such as owls, hawks, cardinals and much more. Hike the scenic trails. This is my dogs favorite place to take their morning walk. They love to splash around in the creek. If you enjoy birdwatching or just hiking in nature this is a nice place to go. (0 comments)
northwest indiana: One Tank Trip - Swiss Bakery
- 04/01/07 04:01 AM
A BIT OF SWISS BAKERY This bakery is located in Stevensville Michigan. We like to take a summer ride on A2 in Michigan. There are a lot of interesting places along the way. The Bit of Swiss is one of them. Along with their pastries they have a large selections of breads. If you like the crusty bread they have a good selection. (0 comments)
northwest indiana: Father-Son Activities-Bass Pro Shop
- 04/01/07 03:57 AM
FATHER SON ACTIVITY The Bass Pro Shop in Portage will be having some children's fishing activities this season. I will find out more info and keep you posted. Dad's practice up on those fishing techniques. You don't want those kids to show you up. There is also a gun range on the second floor for those little hunters. There is also an archery range. There are two huge fish tanks one freshwater and one saltwater. There are also a lot of stuffed wildlife throughout the store. Either way Dad, it is a good excuse to check on the merchandise there. It is (0 comments)
northwest indiana: Home Sales Remain Strong in NWI
- 03/27/07 02:14 AM
Home Sales in Northwest Indiana Remain Strong. Northwest Indiana home sales were almost 5% higher in February of this year compared to February of last year. A total of 496 new and existing homes were sold in Lake and Porter Counties this year compared to 472 last year according to the Greater Northwest Indiana Association of Realtors. Sales increased by 3.9%, the largest amount in three years, according to the National Association of Realtors. Higher priced homes are staying on the market longer. Seller should make their homes that are for sale available when a showing is requested this will help with it (1 comments)
northwest indiana: Dirty Dawgs and Chicks - Chesterton, Indiana
- 03/26/07 12:23 PM
Dirty Dawgs and Chicks - Chesterton, Indiana Located on Indiana Boundary in the Old Jewel Plaza 219-983-1765 The also serve BBQ from the famous Wagner's Ribs in Porter, Indiana This is a great hangout. They have Nathan's Hot Dogs, Wings, Burgers Polish Sausages and more. If you miss listening to the 50s and 60s music on the Jukebox while you eat here's your chance to bring back memories. For the kids there are a few video games to play. This is one of my son's favorites places to eat at when we get a chance to go out for lunch. The art on the wall was painted by (6 comments)
northwest indiana: The Port Drive-In-Chesterton, Indiana
- 03/26/07 01:02 AM
THE PORT DRIVE-IN CHESTERTON Bring back the memories of a Drive-in restaurant. The Port is celebrating it's 50th year in business. When Great-grandma picks my son up from school, he will find every excuse in the book for her to take him there. The kids meal is serve in a box in the shape of a classic convertible. My grandmother enjoys the memories and my son enjoys the food. By the way, the food is pretty good. It is located on Calumet Ave just south of Indian Boundary Road. 419 N. Calumet Road Chesterton, IN 46304 (219) 926-3500 There website is www.theportdrivein.com (1 comments)
northwest indiana: Banta Center, Valparaiso, Indiana
- 03/26/07 12:54 AM
BANTA SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER IN VALPARAISO The Banta Center in Valpo is a great place for Senior Citizens. They have all kinds of activities for Seniors. Bus trips, exercise classes, bingo etc. It is a good place for my own Grandmother to meet people with the same interests that she has. She moved out to Porter County about three years ago and all of her friends she has known for most of her life are in Lake County. She has taken Tai Chi classes and enjoyed some of the other activities that are offered. (0 comments)
northwest indiana: One Tank Trip- Clementine's, St. Joseph Michigan
- 03/26/07 12:50 AM
CLEMENTINE'S While you are in St. Joseph Michigan. Check out Clementine's. It has a large menu and you can enjoy the boats going in and out of the marina. That is the stop after the Kid Museum for our family. Even my Grandmother looks forward to a meal there after the museum. Take A2 to Broad Street going north you will turn right. Follow the road a couple blocks and it will be on the left. (1 comments)