THIRD FRIDAYS to open its 2025 season on Friday May 16 in Downtown Chesterton It’s the best way in Duneland to start a weekend: Third Fridays in historic Downtown Chesterton.
Feeling breezy? Feeling easy? Got a yen to dig the zen? Why not try your hand at something new and make some art, off the cuff and on the fly? Or just sample from a veritable buffet of aesthetic offerings.
The Third Friday series will open its 2025 season from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, May 16, and the lineup of participating businesses is impressive, all the more so because many of the merchants are offering bird-themes events in celebration of the Indiana Dunes Birding Festival, which will run through Sunday, May 18.
Entertainment Schedule for FRIDAY, MAY 16:
CHESTERTON ART CENTER, 115 S. Fourth St.: Artists reception for the new exhibit, “Material Truths.” Enjoy light bites, cash bar, and great company.
DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON HAUNTED HISTORY WALKING TOUR, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Begins at the Westchester Public Library and led by a Westchester Township History Museum staffer. To register for the walking tour, call 219-983-9715.
PIECES OF JAYDE, 1587 S. Calumet Road: Make a hummingbird sun catcher for $5 from 5 to 7 p.m.!
HOLLY JACKSON ART STUDIO & GALLERY, 103 S. Second St.: Gallery hours extended to 7 p.m.
THREE MOONS FIBERWORKS, 402 Broadway: Make a yarn bird! Open until 7 p.m.
WAXI TAXI, 206 S. Calumet Road, Suite C: Enter a drawing to win a birding basket! Open until 7 p.m.
THE ZEN DEN, 534 Broadway: 10 a.m. yoga with props class, free for all NEW students. Also: A special bird-themed class!
TETHAN’S CANDY & CONFECTIONS, 221 Broadway: Enjoy a tasting of our newest truffle flavor: Root Beer Float!
SOUTH SHORE TATTOO, 1050 Broadway, Suite 46: Meet and greet artist Nic Bender. Open consultations from 5 to 7 p.m. And art prints for purchase!
DUNELAND POTTERY, 500 Broadway, Suite A: Paint-A-Pot glazing from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. New bird feeders and birdhouses available for purchase.
219 TAPROOM, 103 Third St.: Live music with the McDaniel Duo, 6 to 9 p.m.
OLIVEZIA, 420 S. Calumet Road: A wine tasting event! Even better, all wines are bird-themed!
LIA’S BELLA CUCINA, 401 Broadway: $2 off shareables from 4 p.m. until close.
REPURPOSE PLACE, 102 Beverly Drive: Unique repurposed bird-themed items for sale plays a small gift while supplies last.
CHESTERTON TOYS, 201 S. Calumet Road: Spend $50+ to receive 20 percent off your entire purchase (from 4 to 7 p.m.).
RUNNING VINES WINERY, 119 S. Calumet Road: Live music from 5 to 7 p.m. plus drink specials.
CHELLE’S, 201 Broadway: Save 10 percent on regularly priced items. Open until 7 p.m.
HUNTER’S BREWING, 1535 S. Calumet Road: Celebrate owner Bill’s birthday! “Bill Trivia” with Professor Kelly at 6 p.m.
EBB & FLOW YOGA, 206 S. Calumet Road, Suite E: Free chair massages, gentle stretching with Chrissy, music by Jim, plus light refreshments and snacks, from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday’s featured class at 6:30 p.m.: Candlelight Sound Journey & Meditation.
IRISH TOUCH PET GROOMING, 207 Broadway: $10 nail special (cash only). Walk-ins welcome.
COPPER SKY STUDIO, 1050 Broadway, Suite 21/23: Open studio with artist consultations plus a coloring station for adults and kids alike, from 4 to 7 p.m.!
TRUSTY SPOT RECORDS & TEES, 107 S. Calumet Road:
WILLOW, 206 S. Calumet Road: Make a dried floral craft for $5.
The Third Fridays series is an initiative of the Chesterton Branding and Leadership Corporation. The mission of the Third Friday series: To create a vibrant arts scene, foster collaboration, and attract residents and visitors alike to experience this community’s vital creative energy.
Get your weekend off to a grand start—right after work!—with special programs, promotions, and events, featuring workshops, art making, popups, gallery exhibitions, live music, restaurant promotions, walking tours, and much more.
Third Fridays is a initiative supported by the Creative Convergence, the Indiana Arts Commission, and the Chesterton Branding and Leadership Corporation, (CBLC) promoting the arts and fostering a dynamic environment for visitors and residents.
The Chesterton team is comprised of
Chesterton Art Center Executive Director Hannah Hammond-Hagman;
Jayde McAloon, owner of Pieces of Jayde;
Rebecca Riley-Vargas, owner of Three Moons Fiberworks;
and,
Public Affairs Liaison Kevin Nevers. representing the Town of Chesterton,
All four serve on the Board of Directors of the Chesterton Branding and Leadership Corporation, an independent 501c3 organization whose mission is to create and support a vibrant and thriving historic Downtown Chesterton community.
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