If you’re already looking forward to holiday shopping, this event is for you!
Mel McMahon, Indiana Owned founder, joined us Wednesday on “Life.Style.Live!” along with Karla Gosche-Williams, co-owner of Midwest Marketplace and Indiana Owned member, to discuss the purpose behind the Midwest Marketplace, their upcoming Christmas Marketplace and more.
The Christmas Marketplace event features unique gifts, home décor, vintage goods, handmade items and yummy treats from your favorite Midwest businesses!
Midwest Marketplace was started in 2021 by two friends (Karla & Bailey) who wanted to give back to small Midwest/local businesses.
Indiana Owned members are business owners who want you to know they live, work and play here. They are the business owners donating food to shelters, sponsoring the little league teams, and employing hundreds of thousands of people in our state.
Every business on IndianaOwned.com falls into one of two categories. They are either an “Original,” meaning the company is Indiana-owned and operated, headquartered here, and not part of an out-of-state chain, or they are a “Franchise Friend,” meaning the franchise is Indiana-owned and operated, the owner lives here in Indiana, and is engaged in our community.
When you see the Indiana Owned badge, you know you are supporting a local business like this one.
Their Christmas Marketplace is happening at the Boone County 4-H Fairgrounds on November 4 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. (the first hour is for VIPs only) and November 5 from 9:00 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are on sale now.
About Indiana Owned:
Indiana Owned was founded as Indiana Originals in 2014 to simplify the search for local, Indiana-based businesses. Our mission is to create healthier, stronger communities and more jobs in Indiana by encouraging and facilitating a greater use of Indiana-based businesses. All of our members are locally owned and operated businesses headquartered in Indiana. Whenever you see the badge, you know you are supporting local.
Learn more about Indiana Owned, why local matters, and support local businesses at indianaowned.com, facebook.com/IndianaOwned and instagram.com/indianaowned.
Learn more about Indiana Owned member Midwest Marketplace, here.
Indiana Owned Podcast:
Be sure to subscribe and listen to “Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast” on the All Indiana Podcast Network made possible by Indiana.Gifts.
Each week, Mel McMahon introduces us to a different Indiana Owned member. They talk about what it takes to get a business off the ground, the challenges and successes along the way, and why local businesses really matter to our communities. Listen to the podcast here: wishtv.com/podcasts/local-matters.
Indiana Originals is thrilled to debut the Mother’s Day Gift Guide featuring products from certified local, Indiana Originals members! Mom’s special day is approaching. Let Indiana Originals help you find the perfect gift sure to be appreciated by any mother figure in your life. Mel McMahon, co-founder of Indiana Originals and Indiana.Gifts, joined us today to give us a preview of the many things you can find in the gift guide.
The Indiana Originals Mother’s Day Gift guide features gifts from:
- Where Pigs Fly and Such
- JavAroma Roasters
- Uplift Intimate Apparel
- Send A Friend Lasagna
- Frangipani Body Products
- Pam Hurst Designs
- Andrea Liebross Coaching
- Chef Jenny Fox
- We Dine Indy
- Midwest Balloon Rides
- Once Upon A Party
- Neuro-Groove
- Pottery By You and More
- Indiana.Gifts
See then entire gift guide and pick out your favorites at IndianaOriginals.com/Mom. Supported by Youth Inspirations Theatre. Youth Inspirations Theatre provides a variety of theatre and music education opportunities for all. Join YIT in fun workshops, classes, private lessons, musicals, camps and more. Learn more at https://yitindy.org/.
About Indiana Originals:Indiana Originals was founded in 2014 to simplify the search for local, Indiana-based businesses. Our mission is to create healthier, stronger communities and more jobs in Indiana by encouraging and facilitating a greater use of Indiana-based businesses. All of our members are locally owned and operated businesses headquartered in Indiana. Whenever you see the badge, you know you are supporting local. Discover businesses in your community for free at IndianaOriginals.com or on the app made possible by B&W Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drains.
Be sure to subscribe and listen to “Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast” on the All Indiana Podcast Network made possible by McFarling Foods. Each week, Mel McMahon introduces us to a different Indiana Original. They talk about what it takes to get a business off the ground, the challenges and successes along the way, and why local businesses really matter to our communities.
Indiana Originals, leading local living. Learn more at IndianaOriginals.com.
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Mel McMahon of Indiana Originals joined us from the Indianapolis City Market downtown today to share someways you can support their vendors, along with other downtown businesses.
Downtown businesses have faced many challenges since the shutdown in March. Those challenges are tough to overcome, especially with companies continuing to have their employees work remotely and with large events cancelled or postponed. Our downtown members need your business! So grab your mask and head downtown to support dozens of Indiana Original businesses!
Today’s featured member is Indianapolis City Market! City Market was on architect Alexander Ralston’s original plat of Indianapolis dating back to 1821. There were actually seven structures on the City Market grounds prior to the historic Market House that many are familiar with today. The Market house opened on November 4, 1861. City Market is on the National Register of Historic Places and boasts 30 independent, small businesses that includes a mix of retail, restaurants, and service providers. The City Market is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and closed Sunday. Individual vendor hours may vary. Find the full list of vendors here.
The City Market is also host to Catacombs tours, an all-Indiana beer tap room, weddings and special events, and “The Original Farmer’s Market” started in 1997. Normally located on Market St between Delaware Street and Alabama Street, the outdoor market can be found on the southeast quadrant of Monument Circle due to construction. Visit the market every Wednesday from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
Find more of our downtown members including Homespun, Boomerang BTQ, Giorgio’s Pizza, Soupremacy, Greek Islands, Jack’s Donuts, Newfangled Confections, Heartland Hemp and Supply Co, and more, download our app powered by Freedom Foods or visit IndianaOriginals.com.
About Indiana Originals: Indiana Originals was founded in 2014 to simplify the search for local, Indiana-based businesses. Our mission is to create healthier, stronger communities and more jobs in Indiana by encouraging and facilitating a greater use of Indiana-based businesses. All of our members are locally owned and operated businesses headquartered in Indiana. Whenever you see the badge, you know you are supporting local. Discover businesses in your community for free at IndianaOriginals.com or on the app made possible by Freedom Foods.
Learn more at the Indiana Origina’s website and social media: