Outlets and malls
University Park Mall
Grape road and sr 23, (http://www.simon.com/mall...). university park mall is in the process of remodeling and currently boasts a multitude of national stores - both high and low end - including the three anchors: j.c. penny, macy's, and sears.
Mishawaka
Grape rd. and main st. are the main drags for shopping in the area. several outlet plazas exist up and down both roads and most major retailers are represented, as are many national and regional restaurant chains some from california.
Michigan City
Many south bend residents travel by train to michigan city to visit their large array of outlet stores and malls. the south shore line has a designated station adjacent to this shopping area, and the fare is less than $6 each way.
South Bend
Erskine plaza on the south side is a hub for shopping in south bend, and you can drive past the mansions of twyckenham hills on your way back through the city.
University of Notre Dame
Shop the notre dame bookstore - the largest in the country - or shop the nd varsity shop located in the joyce athletic convention center jacc.
Small business
Ten Thousand Villages
919 w. mckinley ave., 574-255-3536.
Midwest Blind and Shade
4115 n. grape rd., 574-271-0770. find a friendly and helpful staff ready to build your order in-house. (http://www.midwestblindan...)