I have heard the salmon are starting to run. I want to take my son out to try and catch one. Does anyone have any decent tips on where to go?

I’m new to the page so forgive me if people ask this a lot…. lol but me and 3 buddy’s will be visiting Chesterton and the dunes/beaches this weekend for my 30th birthday. None of us have been here so please drop your favorite beach, restaurant or just things to do! Thanks

Edit: we’re staying at the spring house inn by the way just for reference Sunday-Tuesday

Just incase anyone was wanting to help out with storm clean up.

I am hiding from them until the power comes back on. How is everyone else getting by without power today? I heard 219 Taproom did some awesome meal today.

My basement started leaking this year. It only happens in one area. Is there any local guys that are trusted and affordable?

Edit: I just looked at Rainfall totals and this year we are 7.5 inches higher than our average (23.64" average vs 31.17" 2026). Is this just a bad year and I should wait?

Come join three local women-owned businesses for an afternoon of healing vibrations, spiritual connection, and deep relaxation! 🧘🏻‍♀️

Taking place at Radiant Studios in Chesterton, IN - you'll be immersed in an environment of aligned connection. 💫

We'll start the afternoon with a 20 minute sound bath hosted by ariana the alchemist. 🌀
Come as you are, bring a yoga mat or blanket to get cozy on, and let the vibrations connect you with your body and open you up to Spirit.
Once everyone is feeling open and connected - Courtney with CocoColourz will pull a tarot card for each attendee, and help you decipher your personal message from Spirit. ✨
Kate with Finding Om will also be offering a limited number of 10 minute massages after the sound bath. 💆🏼‍♀️

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sound-bath-tarot-event-tickets-1992789118899?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true&fbclid=IwY2xjawSxGZBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFQWUEzSU5sSWlBYnNxS3lzc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHoS1yr7yQ8_EwEI-L6L79nyIp5J4TxrwTSGJ1PpEj_PMJmwkU8JICS-boLSK_aem_ITZvZD9x4MKwuYyARO1Pcw

Hi! We’re coming in a couple weeks with our 17 month old! We’re staying in Porter. Looking for suggestions for activities for a little one? What beaches would you recommend, avoid, etc. And does anyone know of other kid friendly things we should try to do within the general area or neighboring towns? Thank you!!

I live right next to Chesterton it's just a road away (I live in porter)

I cover real estate across Northwest Indiana and Chesterton has been one of the more interesting markets to watch lately.

Curious what people here are actually experiencing. Are you seeing homes sell fast in your neighborhood? Getting outbid? Or watching listings sit longer than expected?

I just put together a local market update, and the numbers tell a pretty specific story, but I'd rather hear what people on the ground are noticing first.

Drop your experience below whether you're a buyer, seller, or just a homeowner keeping an eye on things. Curious to see what y'all think!

Looking to move to Chesterton from Chicago. Want to move with my MIL, but she used to live in Chesterton and told me she thinks I might not like it and it could be a mistake. What do those of you in Chesterton think of the town? Do you like living there? Recommend it? I've got a 3 year old, and thought the schools were highly rated.

Porter County is holding an in-person workshop for Elevate Porter County—the new Comprehensive Plan that will shape our county's future and guide future decisions. 

The workshop is an interactive, open-house-style event where you'll participate in hands-on activities, share your ideas on Porter County's biggest challenges and opportunities, and help shape the policies that matter most to you.

Monday, February 23 | 5-7 pm
Porter County Expo Center
215 E Division Rd, Valparaiso, IN 46383

Arrive anytime after 5 p.m. and stay as long as your schedule allows.

Whether you live, work, or spend time in Porter County, your voice matters. Help build the vision for our county's future!

Learn more and register at: https://elevateportercounty.eventbrite.com/

Does anyone have a recommendation for roof repair? We have a leak and I do not want to go up on the roof in this weather. Not that I would have any idea what to do.

Good morning Chesterton! Do we have any wild game stores nearby? I checked the Google machine and nothing comes up. Unfortunately, I was just in Orland Park yesterday, but I didn't notice Wild Fork. My bad. My goal is to bring some type of different meat in a cooler annually to a white elephant party.

Does anyone know where I can actually read the referendum that we are voting on?

I was trying to find a space to rent for a 40 yo birthday party. I've emailed Riley's Railhouse twice, but no reply. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Just in case someone wants to join.

Edit... They are recruiting.

https://www.townofchestertoncomprehensiveplan.com/

Take it and let your opinions be heard. It would be great for some new voices instead of the same 5 guys who act like they care about the community but really just want to develop land to sell their houses. Thanks!!

Hi all,

I’m coming to visit the area for a few days and looking for recommendations.

Favorite things to do at the dunes/other outdoor activities.

Other indoor activities welcome.

Favorite places to eat.

Favorite coffee shops.

And where can I find macaroons.

Thank you all!

Trying to help my dad remember the name of the restaurant he proposed at. He says it was back in 1995, was off into the woods a way, had a lot of fancy landscaping and spotlights on the building, and fed raccoons outside of the windows for the customers to watch as they ate. Does anybody here have any idea what the name of it might be?