South Shore Convention & Visitors Authority

South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority announces Phil Taillon as new President and CEO

South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority announces Phil Taillon as new President and CEO [Hammond, IN , May 8, 2024] - After an extensive search, the Board of Directors of the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority (SSCVA) is pleased to announce the selection of Mr. Phil Taillon to serve as new President and CEO. The decision was...

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Field Museum Exhibit Arrives at Indiana Welcome Center

Field Museum Exhibit Arrives at Indiana Welcome Center Experience Calumet Region History April 19-October 6 Discover an unexpected national treasure located along the south shore of Lake Michigan through the newest exhibition in the Calumet Voices, National Stories series at the Indiana Welcome...

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Thousands of Athletes Competing in the Region this Weekend

Thousands of Athletes Competing in the Region this Weekend Two Illinois swim events, baseball and soccer in the South Shore this week The Illinois Swimming Age Group Championships will return to the Hobart Aquatic Center March 7-10 for the second year. They are anticipating a full house with 4,000-5,000...

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South Shore hosting Heartland Travel Familiarization Tour

South Shore hosting Heartland Travel Familiarization Tour The South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority is hosting one of only two familiarization (FAM) tours offered to Heartland Travel Showcase attendees, a three-day marketplace that connects group tour operators with travel suppliers. The marketplace...

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Savor the South Shore Restaurant Weeks Begins Monday

Savor the South Shore Restaurant Weeks Begins Monday Savor the South Shore Restaurant Weeks offers residents and visitors 3-course meals or other special offers at discounted prices. The 14-day culinary promotion begins February 26 and will end March 10. More than 30 local restaurants in seventeen...

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Whiting’s Pierogi Fest featured on front cover of Indiana Festival Guide

Whiting’s Pierogi Fest featured on front cover of Indiana Festival Guide First time a Northwest Indiana Festival has been featured on the cover The 2024 Indiana State Festival Guide features Whiting’s nationally-recognized Pierogi Fest on the front cover. This 116-page glovebox-sized booklet provides details on...

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All Is Calm Event Welcomes Special Guests on December 12

All Is Calm Event Welcomes Special Guests on December 12 A special day for children with autism and special needs Santa has announced he will make a special trip to the Indiana Welcome Center on Tuesday, December 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for children with autism or special...

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Heroes to be Celebrated at Indiana Welcome Center December 7

Heroes to be Celebrated at Indiana Welcome Center December 7 Special event welcomes first responders, military and their families The South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority will host Holiday for Heroes on Thursday, December 7 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Holiday for Heroes is open to the...

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