South Shore Convention & Visitors Authority

Nominations Sought for Outstanding Customer Service in 2017

Nominations Sought for Outstanding Customer Service in 2017 This year will mark the 11th annual R.O.S.E. and R.I.S.E. Awards, presented by the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority. The SSCVA is seeking nominations for outstanding front-line employees, who go above and beyond the call of duty on a...

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South Shore Line Posters Exhibit Receives Encore

South Shore Line Posters Exhibit Receives Encore Due to the popularity of The South Shore Line Poster Exhibit: A Retrospective of Original Paintings, the 50 original paintings will again be on display at the Indiana Welcome Center from July 5 to August 6. The paintings on display are a part of the...

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Valparaiso’s Innovative Film Nominated for Best Documentary

Valparaiso’s Innovative Film Nominated for Best Documentary “Making Paradise,” an innovative documentary taking place in Valparaiso, Ind., has been nominated for Best Documentary Film at the 2017 Prince of Prestige Academy Awards. A total of five films have been nominated for the award. Judging is...

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Summer on the Shore Contest Begins 2017 Subaru Forester Giveaway

Summer on the Shore Contest Begins 2017 Subaru Forester Giveaway The Summer on the Shore promotion offers residents and visitors the chance to win a 2017 Subaru Forester among other prizes by visiting participating attractions, shops, restaurants and events. Participants can download the free App in Google Play or...

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Online Registration Ends Soon for Biggest Loser Race Series

Online Registration Ends Soon for Biggest Loser Race Series "The Biggest Loser" Race Series is coming to Crown Point, Indiana on Sunday, April 30th, as it hosts a Half Marathon, 5K, and a new "Motivational Mile." The half marathon will start at 8:00 a.m., the 5K will begin at 8:30 a.m., and the "Motivational...

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3,500+ Athletes & Families Arrive in the Region on March 24, 2017

3,500+ Athletes & Families Arrive in the Region on March 24, 2017 The South Shore will have a busy weekend as athletes, coaches and families visit northwest Indiana for the Scholastic Chess of Indiana State Team Championships and Lutheran Basketball Tournament. The 71st annual National Lutheran Basketball...

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South Shore CVA CEO Selected for US Travel Association’s Board of Directors

South Shore CVA CEO Selected for US Travel Association’s Board of Directors The US Travel Association announced the results of the member-wide vote for the 2017 US Travel Association Officers and At-Large Directors. Speros A. Batistatos, President/CEO of the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority was selected and will...

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Savor the South Shore Restaurant Weeks Begins Monday, February 20, 2017

Savor the South Shore Restaurant Weeks Begins Monday, February 20, 2017 Savor the South Shore Restaurant Weeks offer residents and visitors 3-course meals at discounted prices. The 14-day culinary promotion begins Feb. 20 and will end March 5. Twenty-nine local restaurants have currently submitted menus. Restaurants...

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The Biggest Loser Returns to Indiana in 2017

The Biggest Loser Returns to Indiana in 2017 An exciting wellness initiative is launching across the state and you are invited to join the MOVEment! “The Biggest Loser” Race Series is coming to Crown Point, Indiana on Sunday, April 30th, as it hosts a Half Marathon, 5K, and a new...

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25 Cent Admission Prices offered at Dillinger Museum

25 Cent Admission Prices offered at Dillinger Museum The John Dillinger Museum, located inside the historic Lake County Courthouse in Crown Point, Ind., will offer admission for $.25 to all individuals for the month of February. Residents and visitors are encouraged to take an interactive and historic...

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