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May Happenings at The Heron Bistro
May 2nd, Derby Viewing Party! Come dressed to impress (Derby style) and there will be a drink on us in it for you! May 5th, Cinco De Mayo (Duck, Cauliflower or Steak Tacos | $8 Margaritas) May 7th, Flower Arranging with Abagail, bring your mom out to celebrate AND send her home with flowers! May 10th, Mother's Day Brunch Make a reservation today!: https://theheronmc.com/current-events


Kino Fly Production's studio open house
Come hang out and check out our new photo + video studio! June 6th, we’re opening the doors for a laid-back open house where you can explore the space, see the setup, and get a feel for what you can create here. The studio is designed for product shoots, portraits, model sessions, and all kinds of content creation—and it can even host small workshops, meetups, or mixers. You’ll get a feel for the layout, lighting possibilities, and overall vibe. Whether you’re a photographe


When your website isn’t keeping up with your business
A lot of websites don’t just have a design problem; they also have a structure problem. When your navigation is unclear, your services aren’t easy to understand, or your messaging doesn’t land right away, people don’t always take the next step. Avenue Bee Studio's Website Audit is a focused, strategic review designed to help you understand where your site is falling short and what to fix first, so it can better support inquiries, trust and growth. Book an audit today:...


Small Business Month
When I started The Collective, I didn’t have some perfectly mapped-out plan for what it would become. I had a clear feeling, though. I knew what it felt like to be building something without a roadmap and what it felt like to be figuring things out in real time, trying to make the right decisions without always having the right information. And I knew how isolating that could feel. So I built something I wish I had. A space where small business owners didn’t have to do it alo


Now Hiring!
JOYRide, Northwest Indiana's first pedicab service is hiring for it's 3rd season! We are looking for joyful, social and active people to drive our sleek, electric tricycles. It's the most fun you'll ever have at "work!" Drivers must be 21 and over with a valid driver's license. Knowledge of Michigan City's destinations is a huge plus. Apply today: https://joyridemc.com/join-our-team/


Betting on Yourself
Things are moving right now, and while that’s exciting, if I’m being honest, it’s a little uncomfortable too. It’s the kind of momentum you work for, but once it hits, it doesn’t really slow down so you can take it in. It just keeps going, and if I’m not intentional about it, I’ll move right past it onto the next thing like I always do. As an entrepreneur, there’s always something to fix, something to figure out, something to improve, and I don’t naturally stop and look aroun


Bringing Structure to Small Business Growth
Hi everyone, Joe Bergquist here, founder of ClearPath Business Consulting. I work with owner-led businesses who are doing the work, bringing in revenue, and staying busy…but still feel like something is off behind the scenes. Most of the time, it’s not a sales issue. It’s not a work ethic issue either. It’s a lack of clear operating structure. After 20+ years in operations leadership, I’ve seen the same pattern repeatedly— businesses tracking a lot of things, but not always t


Sacred Dunes Health
Sacred Dunes Integrative Health is dedicated to supporting the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—through a truly integrative and holistic approach to wellness. We believe optimal health comes from understanding root causes, not just managing symptoms. With access to comprehensive, detailed lab testing and personalized care plans, our team helps patients transform their health and daily habits in a sustainable way. Our Nurse Practitioner, Lauren Parker, brings clinical exper


Why Nutrition Feels So Confusing Right Now
If nutrition feels confusing lately, you’re not imagining it. Open any social media app for two minutes, and you’ll see people debating over details… seed oils, artificial sweeteners, sugar in fruit, the timing of your coffee. Meanwhile, most normal people are just trying to figure out what to eat for lunch, how to make it through the afternoon, and when they can get to the grocery store. So, if things feel a little chaotic in the nutrition space right now, here’s a skill tha


Designing Mission-Driven Brands That Lead with Clarity,Credibility, and Momentum
Cherry Street Creative is a creative marketing studio based in Valparaiso, dedicated to helping growing businesses translate their expertise and vision into clear, credible, and compelling brand experiences. Founded by Stevie Movall, Cherry Street partners with both service-based firms and product-driven brands that care deeply about what they offer, but need support communicating that value with confidence and consistency. From brand positioning and visual identity to websit
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