Jackie Gidwitz Jackie Gidwitz is a jewelry maker that uses different kinds of gems to design each piece. She brought several examples with her that are made out of precious stones that Jackie has traveled the world to find. Every piece she makes is different and no two are alike in her whole collection. Are you interested in seeing Jackie’s jewelry up close? Check it out at the Whittaker House in New Buffalo, Michigan! Website: www.whittakerhouse.com

We have started a new partnership with Forever Books in St. Joseph, Michigan. Every other week Robin Allen and Diana Koehler will suggest two books that everyone will want to check out! 312 State Street St. Joseph, Michigan Phone: 269.982.1110 Website: www.foreverbooks.net

Mike Petrucelli is the Food/Home Editor for the South Bend Tribune. He will be one of our rotating culinary guests on this season’s Open Studio: Living Michiana. During this particular segment, Mike gives us tips on different ways to use tomatoes.

Our music for tonight’s episode is performed by Sherry K & Friends. Sherry K’s music has been described as, “piano with spirit, piano with soul, piano with a hint of lime and salt.” She will be performing, along with Ryan Claus on flute, “Rock of Ages.” Website: www.sherryk.com You can find the song, “Rock of Ages” on Sunday Best.

The weather is cooling down and another school year has started. We invited Jennifer Ziemkiewicz, from the Butterfly Kisses Children’s Boutique, to showcase a fall season line of children’s clothing. Next time you’re in Valparaiso, stop by Jennifer’s shop and look around at the American and European selections!   Butterfly Kisses special customer services include the following: complimentary gift wrapping shipping available at a nominal charge after hour shopping-by appointment (perfect for out of town visitors and busy schedules) nursery bedding consultations; in store or home personal shopping available website shopping: www.butterflykissesonline.com

Did you know that people surf on Lake Michigan? On this week’s Experience Michiana we head up to New Buffalo, Michigan to the Third Coast Surf Shop. We learn how long people have been surfing the Great Lakes and how you can get started in “catching a wave” on Lake Michigan. Website: www.thirdcoastsurfshop.com

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