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February Is More Than a Month—It’s a Mission Honoring the past. Strengthening the present. Protecting the future. February is American Heart Month, but for the Play for Jake Foundation, it is a powerful reminder of why this work began—and why it must continue. The Past: Where Our Why Began In 2013, our lives changed forever when Jake collapsed on his school’s football field from sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) and did not come home. Like thousands of families before and after us,

Join artist Brandon DeNormandie at The Other Art Fair Chicago, April 9–12, for a new collection rooted in the spirit of the American West and the raw voice of the land. Through mixed-media paintings and hand-built sculpture, DeNormandie works with weathered canvas, layered inks, reclaimed metals, wood, and stone—materials that carry the same grit as open range, river rock, and sun-worn timber. The work speaks to resilience learned from wide horizons: the patience of seasons,

On March 21st at 3pm, join us for a deeply transformational 2 hour Inner Child Healing experience with certified hypnotherapist Brittany Goers and Rebecca Vom Feldt who will be blending the hypnosis with a sound bath. What’s included: -Guided inner child hypnosis as well as information on how hypnotherapy can benefit you. -Immersive sound healing journey -Organic cold pressed juice -Fresh Ginger shot or protein balls, your choice This experience is designed to gently guide yo

We’re excited to recognize Tristen Manuszak of Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance for earning the 2025 Trailblazer award! Tristen helps individuals, families, and business owners protect what matters most through auto, home, farm, and commercial insurance. He’s known for taking the time to explain coverage in a way that actually makes sense and for building real, long-term relationships with the people he works with. In just his first year with Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance, Trist

February is National Heart Month, so we are focusing on heart health at the clinic this month with free EKG for all our members, heart health supplements, and a Youth Heart Screening through the Zac Mago Foundation on Thursday, February 19th. This month we will also continue to have our fitness classes including: Christian Inspired Yoga: Mondays at 4:30pm, Tuesdays at 6:00pm, and Fridays at 6:15am Hatha Yoga: Thursdays at 5:15pm Pilates: Mondays at 6:00 pm and Thursday at 6:3

As the average age of first-time homebuyers in the United States reaches nearly 40 years old, a new local initiative is aiming to change the trajectory for the next generation. Own Early 219, a community-focused homeownership education campaign created by The Ruvoli Group, a Century 21 Circle real estate team, officially launches this month with the introduction of the #Before40Homeowner Pledge — a voluntary commitment designed to help younger individuals and families prepare

- Written by Mandy Krickhahn, Collective Founder & CEO // January 2026 Anniversaries have a funny way of sneaking up on you. Your days are filled with building, learning, surviving, dreaming, and trying to just figure it all out. You don’t always stop to realize what you’ve created, you keep moving forward, making the next decision, and showing up day in and day out. It isn’t until you slow down that you start to see the full picture. Seven years of The Collective, two year

I’m excited to share the launch of my newly redesigned website for Cat MacDonald Photography. I’m a wedding and family photographer serving couples and families throughout Northwest Indiana, Southwest Michigan, and beyond. I’ve been photographing people for over 15 years, and my work has always been rooted in storytelling, connection, and documenting moments as they naturally unfold. The new website feels like a true reflection of my work and the experience I want my clients

Join us Wednesday February 18th at 6pm for our second in-house beer dinner! Featuring a whole pig from @HoweFarms in Crown Point, chicken and produce from @KajersGreens in North Judson and more from our local partners. Our chefs will assemble six delectable courses paired with six of our finest (and new) craft beers! Attendees will have the taproom all to themselves as we lay out the best beer dining experience in the Midwest! Stay tuned for more menu details… 21+ Only $125 P

My new website is more than a place to view art—it’s a space for connection. It allows new collectors to step into my process, understand the stories and materials behind each piece, and feel the intention woven into the work. This next chapter opens the door for deeper relationships, shared growth, and art finding its way to the people it’s meant for. Special thanks for Avenue Bee Studio for helping me with this launch. Visit the website here !