Did security there for a couple years back in the early 90's. The drug store on the corner was Belles Drugs. Used to walk the lady there every morning to that bank deposit you showed. The entire parking lot was repaved at the time. I have a vhs tape here somewhere of the car that went through the windows into H&H Jewelry. Sgt. Taylor with GPD, had a tuxedo store down by the bus stop doors. My friends there was the maintenance guys. Dave, Frank, Bill all have passed on. Big Mike was a trip, hell of a nice guy. Chris was the quiet guy. Was there when the Nigerian king and Queen came there. Was like the Eddy Murphy movie, coming to America. They had a good size entourag with them. Alot of good memories there.
Use to go there often. Also did some Security patrol work there too. (92-95). Was still very busy shopping area. I recall the area before they enclosed it. Was open to weather in 70's. Kroger, Tittles, Kreskeys, Penny's, Mont Wards, 3 Sisters. Chuck Wheelers.sad all gone now.
Our family went to the Village Shopping Center often in the 50's and 60's. We did a lot of shopping at Montgomery Wards (which we called Monkey Wards) and my favorite to get was a Vienna Hot Dog. I believe the stand is still in the same place.
You are very I appreciate you letting me know that you were enjoying the videos. It is what keeps me going and doing them. Thank you so much Dane. 💯🫵😎‼️
Hi Storm - I hope you know that your videos are very appreciated. The memories they bring back are awesome. Many of us have moved away from Gary, however growing up in Gary was a good time. I was at Village a lot, I can remember walking to the village with my mother often. I think the best part at that time was going to the diner that was located in Kresge's and of course the Hotdog stand. This is were my parents would take us for school clothes, or appliances from Montgomery Wards or anything else that was needed. I lived on 37th and Pierce, across the street from Webster School. (I saw your Webster video). My first job was a paper route (Gary Tribune), my route was on Pierce between Ridge Rd ad 35th Ave. In Jr High (Bailly) I worked at The Varsity Shop (jean Store) across Grant St from the Village (next to Riss). From some of the things you say in some of your videos I'm thinking we are about the same age. Could be a chance we went at school together.. I'm from the class of 82- I went on a road trip shortly out of high school, Stopped to camp and fish a few days in Minnesota and never left. Keep posting your work. I'll keep looking for new stuff. Some of it is sad that things got that hard, but it wasn't always like that.
I truly enjoyed reading your comment and I want you to know is so much appreciated especially you taking the time to share these memories. We have the same ones in Gary Indiana. There were so many good times. Growing up around so many strong, hard-working people and the diversity and its self made us all very unique people I believe, it truly makes me feel appreciated when I know somebody is speaking from the heart like you did in this comment. I am going to put it to the video for everyone else to enjoy as much as I did. Thank you so much for your appreciation. God bless you and watch for new stuff coming soon Because I’ve always said without good people like yourself sharing these memories and comments. Let me know that I am not alone with my memories of growing up and Gary,Indiana. 🫵😎💯‼️
Thanks for this video, I don't live there anymore, the last time I was their 23 we didn't stop to look. Good ol memories! Montgomery Wards, Foot lockers, Vienna Hot Dogs, and etc. Schools used to paint the windows for Halloween. It was a contest, My school Norton won!
You are very welcome. I appreciate you letting me know. You are enjoying the memories. When I started filming, I knew a lot of these places from my childhood too and it’s sad to see the way things have gotten however, without these videos, I would not be able to remember the good times and that’s exactly why I do this for people like you, who actually takes the time to share your memories it’s so much appreciated. Thank you once again Kenya and I hope to hear more from you soon. ❤️❤️❤️
This is exactly why I do these videos, Bruce I hope it reminded you of better days and those great memories. Thank you for letting me know. You enjoyed the content my good man. 💯🫵😎🌧️‼️
We used to walk there from the east side, Way before it was Enclosed. My mom worked at 3 sisters. Lots of memories! Wow that makes me sad 😮. South lake mall will be like it ,malls are a dying breed. Also Riss sales and clotheshorse. Thanks for the effort man! 👍🏻👍🏻
@@magkatcar The Village had it all: Sears,JC Pennies, Montgomery Ward, I’m trying to remember the name of the store in the village as it goes around and looks at stuff went to the village and you can’t even get in there anymore. ArJCPenney‘s Montgomery wards, fantastic key shop, Kresge’s five and dime I think it was called. It was the place to go.
@@rjp6143 Oh yeah, Kresge's was another must go to store. Everybody shopped there too. You could find some of everything in there. I loved that store. The Village was Gary's Southlake Mall.
Storm has done it again! I love when you explore my old stumping grounds. Grew up on 36th Pierce & 38th Harrison in the 90's and when i say there was a point when me & my friends would walk to the Villiage every day after school ... nothing but great memories. Now that i have kids they know all about the Village. I still take them over to get a hot dog! This is 1 property in Glen Park that i have hope for!!! Thank you Storm for your videos 😊
I appreciate you so much. You made my morning by reading this message opening up old good memories is what it’s all about. I just want you to know you made my day a nice start by reading this comment and thank you for sharing your memories.
I actually walked inside and it smelled like mildew a little bit now I understand what happened. I’m gonna have to do another video soon. Thank you Robert for that info. I truly appreciate it.
Wow, what a nice building in such great shape but no customers to be had. Sad. That poor hot dog vendor has to be suffering to from lack of business with all the stores that are closed. I feel really sorry for him. We don't realize until we see something like this the domino effect that closing one store can have on the others. That's the way it is in everything we do really. If your good to someone it could make their whole day so much better, and they will pass that happiness that you gave them on to another person that they come across. Unfortunately, it works the opposite way too. All it can take is one unhappy person to make a good day for us bad. So, we need to be careful what we project to others if we want to make the world a better place. It all starts with us. I hope that hot dog vender can withstand the storm (no pun intended). Wishing for him a world of wealth to be right around the corner 🏩🌭
Double the size of this place and you'd have Northridge Mall in Milwaukee which has now been abandoned for 20 years partially burned up and surrounded by fencing. When I drove bus you got standing loads from 2 to 5PM with crowds going home. One thing I'll always remember where the loud teenagers that also left behind umpteen wrappers and hangers from shoplifted items. There also was a skating Palace within two blocks that brought out many fighting fools. The worst part the mall had a poor food court with no decent hot dogs
It’s so crazy to watch these places fade away as the years passed by Paul and I really enjoyed listening to your memories and reading them. Thank you my good man for sharing your views.
I never knew you worked there Carrie my friend. Thank you so much for your unwavering support. Please remember I would never forget how you have always been here and making it easier for me to do these videos. You are truly appreciate it and I look forward to running into you again soon.
I remember when you did a video of this place in the winter time. And there was a clothing store and a trucker business. Glad the place hasn't been vandalized.
I know exactly how you feel I want to Franklin elementary and also Lew Wallace and they both are abandoned now. Also, I went to Bailey elementary and it is now thinking about closing the doors for good also
Hi steel city storm. My name is mac .I just watched a video of you and scottyontape on the house of Michael Jackson. You guys are great.There are lot of videos I have never heard of and they are so fasanating to me. Keep up the great work and I can't wait to see the next one
I really appreciate you taking the time to let me know you were enjoying the videos Mac, me and Scott have been friends for a long time and I love him like my Canadian brother. There are so many things to see out there in the world especially in Gary. It is pretty fascinating to find these places and videotape them. I hope to hear more from you and I hope also, you are enjoying the channel. I really think you for leaving this positive comment. I enjoyed reading it very much.
Absolutely Bonnie I feel it’s important document these places. I really appreciate you taking the time to let me know your thoughts , I’m glad you enjoyed your video and hope to hear more from you soon. 🌸😎❤️
The last time I was there, there was only two stores open. One was a clothing store and the hotdog stand. I’m sorry to say Francis but it’s not looking good at all.
I will have to say without being certain about 30 years ago all the places started pulling out. I was very surprised myself when I went back to look at how it looked now my mom and me used to work at the Village snack shop and I remember very clearly that place being packed all the timeit’s sad. Westlake mall and Southlake Mall are starting to look like they are going downhill also now
I am sorry Heather I just now seen your comment after I heard about Emerson catching fire. I went to look at it and they mistakenly put Emerson school instead of HoraceMann. They let the front doors on fire and it did not get much more than that if you go and look at my Horstmann video, it shows to fire on the front doors. It wasn’t that bad it was contained to one room.
Thanks Storm. Emerson did burn too back in June I saw the news report online but that fire didn't seem to do much damage either even though it looked bad.@@TheSteelCityStorm
For some reason they cannot attract business and the gentleman taking care of the building told me people were stealing everything from the customers to the employees
Did security there for a couple years back in the early 90's. The drug store on the corner was Belles Drugs. Used to walk the lady there every morning to that bank deposit you showed. The entire parking lot was repaved at the time. I have a vhs tape here somewhere of the car that went through the windows into H&H Jewelry. Sgt. Taylor with GPD, had a tuxedo store down by the bus stop doors. My friends there was the maintenance guys. Dave, Frank, Bill all have passed on. Big Mike was a trip, hell of a nice guy. Chris was the quiet guy. Was there when the Nigerian king and Queen came there. Was like the Eddy Murphy movie, coming to America. They had a good size entourag with them. Alot of good memories there.
😊❤ I am from Gary, and I loved going to the Village for Kosher Hot Dogs every Saturday. 😍 I have good memories of Good times there.
Use to go there often. Also did some Security patrol work there too. (92-95). Was still very busy shopping area. I recall the area before they enclosed it. Was open to weather in 70's. Kroger, Tittles, Kreskeys, Penny's, Mont Wards, 3 Sisters. Chuck Wheelers.sad all gone now.
Used to be able to get the best polish sausages in town at the village .
You got that right Timothy I remember those very clearly
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Blessings to you and the crew Beloved thank you for the memories 😢😊
Blessings to you too sweetheart. You are always so nice. I look forward to seeing your comments April.
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Our family went to the Village Shopping Center often in the 50's and 60's. We did a lot of shopping at Montgomery Wards (which we called Monkey Wards) and my favorite to get was a Vienna Hot Dog. I believe the stand is still in the same place.
No, they definitely moved the stand
Thanks Storm for the Memes!I remember the 60's bk then!😀🙉!!...& Yes,Chuck Wheeler sold many many 'Red Hots'!!
You are very I appreciate you letting me know that you were enjoying the videos. It is what keeps me going and doing them. Thank you so much Dane.
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Had so many wonderful times at the Village . Happy memories. Thank you
Glad you enjoyed it &you are very welcome
Hi Storm - I hope you know that your videos are very appreciated. The memories they bring back are awesome. Many of us have moved away from Gary, however growing up in Gary was a good time. I was at Village a lot, I can remember walking to the village with my mother often. I think the best part at that time was going to the diner that was located in Kresge's and of course the Hotdog stand. This is were my parents would take us for school clothes, or appliances from Montgomery Wards or anything else that was needed. I lived on 37th and Pierce, across the street from Webster School. (I saw your Webster video). My first job was a paper route (Gary Tribune), my route was on Pierce between Ridge Rd ad 35th Ave. In Jr High (Bailly) I worked at The Varsity Shop (jean Store) across Grant St from the Village (next to Riss).
From some of the things you say in some of your videos I'm thinking we are about the same age. Could be a chance we went at school together.. I'm from the class of 82- I went on a road trip shortly out of high school, Stopped to camp and fish a few days in Minnesota and never left. Keep posting your work. I'll keep looking for new stuff. Some of it is sad that things got that hard, but it wasn't always like that.
I truly enjoyed reading your comment and I want you to know is so much appreciated especially you taking the time to share these memories. We have the same ones in Gary Indiana. There were so many good times. Growing up around so many strong, hard-working people and the diversity and its self made us all very unique people I believe, it truly makes me feel appreciated when I know somebody is speaking from the heart like you did in this comment. I am going to put it to the video for everyone else to enjoy as much as I did. Thank you so much for your appreciation. God bless you and watch for new stuff coming soon Because I’ve always said without good people like yourself sharing these memories and comments. Let me know that I am not alone with my memories of growing up and Gary,Indiana.
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Thanks for this video, I don't live there anymore, the last time I was their 23 we didn't stop to look. Good ol memories! Montgomery Wards, Foot lockers, Vienna Hot Dogs, and etc. Schools used to paint the windows for Halloween. It was a contest, My school Norton won!
You are very welcome. I appreciate you letting me know. You are enjoying the memories. When I started filming, I knew a lot of these places from my childhood too and it’s sad to see the way things have gotten however, without these videos, I would not be able to remember the good times and that’s exactly why I do this for people like you, who actually takes the time to share your memories it’s so much appreciated. Thank you once again Kenya and I hope to hear more from you soon.
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Damn dude I work 2 minutes away from there I could’ve met the storm himself
I’m always out and about. Hopefully we can run in each other one day. I’m always happy to meet somebody who is a fan of the channel.
@@TheSteelCityStormyou’re the only person I see on UA-cam representing the region. I’ve seen so much more of Gary since I started watching your videos
My friends and I used hang there every weekend as teens. Great mems.
This is exactly why I do these videos, Bruce I hope it reminded you of better days and those great memories. Thank you for letting me know. You enjoyed the content my good man.
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my dentist is in there, behind the hotdog place.
We used to shop at Montgomery Wards all the time
WOW!!! So many memories of being there. Shopping at Three Sisters, like I was royalty back in the day.
We used to walk there from the east side, Way before it was Enclosed. My mom worked at 3 sisters. Lots of memories!
Wow that makes me sad 😮.
South lake mall will be like it ,malls are a dying breed. Also Riss sales and clotheshorse.
Thanks for the effort man! 👍🏻👍🏻
You did not just say 3 sisters, lol. You went way back! I forgot about that store, everybody used to shop there.
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The Village had it all: Sears,JC Pennies, Montgomery Ward, I’m trying to remember the name of the store in the village as it goes around and looks at stuff went to the village and you can’t even get in there anymore. ArJCPenney‘s Montgomery wards, fantastic key shop, Kresge’s five and dime I think it was called. It was the place to go.
@@rjp6143 Oh yeah, Kresge's was another must go to store. Everybody shopped there too. You could find some of everything in there. I loved that store. The Village was Gary's Southlake Mall.
Grew up in Gary in the 60's. One of the 3 sisters was our next door neighbor. Was a nice town back then.
Storm has done it again! I love when you explore my old stumping grounds. Grew up on 36th Pierce & 38th Harrison in the 90's and when i say there was a point when me & my friends would walk to the Villiage every day after school ... nothing but great memories. Now that i have kids they know all about the Village. I still take them over to get a hot dog! This is 1 property in Glen Park that i have hope for!!!
Thank you Storm for your videos 😊
I appreciate you so much. You made my morning by reading this message opening up old good memories is what it’s all about. I just want you to know you made my day a nice start by reading this comment and thank you for sharing your memories.
Glad to see at least one door was open. See ya next video!
Very little left. Majority has water damage inside stores now. Believed thats why all them sections are closed..
I actually walked inside and it smelled like mildew a little bit now I understand what happened. I’m gonna have to do another video soon. Thank you Robert for that info. I truly appreciate it.
Wow, what a nice building in such great shape but no customers to be had. Sad. That poor hot dog vendor has to be suffering to from lack of business with all the stores that are closed. I feel really sorry for him. We don't realize until we see something like this the domino effect that closing one store can have on the others. That's the way it is in everything we do really. If your good to someone it could make their whole day so much better, and they will pass that happiness that you gave them on to another person that they come across. Unfortunately, it works the opposite way too. All it can take is one unhappy person to make a good day for us bad. So, we need to be careful what we project to others if we want to make the world a better place. It all starts with us. I hope that hot dog vender can withstand the storm (no pun intended). Wishing for him a world of wealth to be right around the corner 🏩🌭
Always have to stop scrolling an d watch a Storm Video. Thanks Brother! 🙏🙏❤❤✌✌
What a cool thing to say I really appreciate you!
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Double the size of this place and you'd have Northridge Mall in Milwaukee which has now been abandoned for 20 years partially burned up and surrounded by fencing. When I drove bus you got standing loads from 2 to 5PM with crowds going home. One thing I'll always remember where the loud teenagers that also left behind umpteen wrappers and hangers from shoplifted items. There also was a skating Palace within two blocks that brought out many fighting fools. The worst part the mall had a poor food court with no decent hot dogs
It’s so crazy to watch these places fade away as the years passed by Paul and I really enjoyed listening to your memories and reading them. Thank you my good man for sharing your views.
I’m from portage and I heard an explosion about an hour ago and I heard it was a gas explosion at a Steel mill around here hoping everybody’s okay
I live out that way. Also I did not hear an explosion, but I know the air smells like garbage I thought my neighbor was burning toxic chemicals.
@@TheSteelCityStorm definitely smelled funky
I used to work there. Love the video!
I never knew you worked there Carrie my friend. Thank you so much for your unwavering support. Please remember I would never forget how you have always been here and making it easier for me to do these videos. You are truly appreciate it and I look forward to running into you again soon.
Kreskies … I’m sure I’m spelling it wrong. Those Icies… cherry 🍒. Always grabbed Polish sausage at the Vienna Beef stand. 😊
I remember when you did a video of this place in the winter time. And there was a clothing store and a trucker business. Glad the place hasn't been vandalized.
Yo storm ⛈️ by the way I was only kidding around that’s all 😅😅 just haveing fun that’s all brother 😅
Went there as a kid, sad to see it now!
I know exactly how you feel I want to Franklin elementary and also Lew Wallace and they both are abandoned now. Also, I went to Bailey elementary and it is now thinking about closing the doors for good also
I never knew they enclosed it!
We were so excited when they updated it years ago. Now it's a ghost town. The last time I was there in 2016, I was able to get hot dogs.
Are you doing brother when can you pick me up if spend time with you
R u gonna come see me do you have my phone number
I am doing good Montel I will come by and see you sometime soon. I cannot promise win, but I will let you know.
You let me know maybe one day I can meet all the team members I need to be my mentor I would like to treat you out p for lunch or dinner
Hi steel city storm. My name is mac .I just watched a video of you and scottyontape on the house of Michael Jackson. You guys are great.There are lot of videos I have never heard of and they are so fasanating to me. Keep up the great work and I can't wait to see the next one
I really appreciate you taking the time to let me know you were enjoying the videos Mac, me and Scott have been friends for a long time and I love him like my Canadian brother. There are so many things to see out there in the world especially in Gary. It is pretty fascinating to find these places and videotape them. I hope to hear more from you and I hope also, you are enjoying the channel. I really think you for leaving this positive comment. I enjoyed reading it very much.
You're still documenting the building for the future. Nice video.
Absolutely Bonnie I feel it’s important document these places. I really appreciate you taking the time to let me know your thoughts , I’m glad you enjoyed your video and hope to hear more from you soon.
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@@TheSteelCityStorm no problem
It use to be A & P store there in the 60 s. 😅😅
The building for the A&P and titles was right behind the village. I did a video on it.
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What's the current condition of the Village? Is the neighborhood still in bad shape?
The last time I was there, there was only two stores open. One was a clothing store and the hotdog stand. I’m sorry to say Francis but it’s not looking good at all.
When did the "Village" start closing down? I used to go there with my parents back in the 80s and 90s
I will have to say without being certain about 30 years ago all the places started pulling out. I was very surprised myself when I went back to look at how it looked now my mom and me used to work at the Village snack shop and I remember very clearly that place being packed all the timeit’s sad. Westlake mall and Southlake Mall are starting to look like they are going downhill also now
Hi Storm, Do you think you could drive by Emerson some time? I'd like to know what it looks like after the fire.
I am sorry Heather I just now seen your comment after I heard about Emerson catching fire. I went to look at it and they mistakenly put Emerson school instead of HoraceMann. They let the front doors on fire and it did not get much more than that if you go and look at my Horstmann video, it shows to fire on the front doors. It wasn’t that bad it was contained to one room.
Thanks Storm. Emerson did burn too back in June I saw the news report online but that fire didn't seem to do much damage either even though it looked bad.@@TheSteelCityStorm
Turn the place and rename it village prison
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Use to love the store call play land and the hot dogs were grest
Me too I miss those mustard and onion polish sausages they were the best I’ve ever had
Why are of those buildings empty
For some reason they cannot attract business and the gentleman taking care of the building told me people were stealing everything from the customers to the employees
Are you too young to remember Montgomery Wards?
I remembered that after you said that
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Are very disappointing there's was Dollar Tree over there, tried to go there couple of months ago and it was closed too