Family

Valpo Parks is teaming up with local Porter County organizations to promote and encourage kids to get active and be healthy! The 2nd Annual Active Kids Day is a family-friendly event at Central Park Plaza under the Urschel Pavilion for people to...

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the Hammond Marina are pleased to announce the return of the Annual Fishing Derby for the 23rd year!  The Derby will be held on Saturday, April 17th (no rain date) from 7a - 4p at the...

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr., Hammond Parks & Recreation, the Hammond Parks Foundation, Inc. and the American Veterans Motorcycle Riders Association (AVMRA) invite Hammond residents to bring children ages 0-12 to the 17th Annual...

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr., Hammond Parks & Recreation are excited to announce the return of the Springtime Pawp-Up. This year’s event will take place on Saturday, April 17 from 10am to 3pm at the Hammond Civic Center, 5825 Sohl Avenue....

Start your Spring Break Stay-Cation off with a fun craft and Parties on the Gogh owner, Kristi Chadderdon. Participants will create a cute string art cloud with a rainbow. The class will be held on Monday, April 5, from 2-3:30 p.m. in the Civic...

Need a (spring)break from the kids? Take some time by yourself or grab a girlfriend and come and create this fun and innovative craft with the assistance of Parties on the Gogh owner Kristi Chadderdon. The evening out will be held on Wednesday, April...

Hop to it and sign up for our Bunny Door Hanger – this adorable craft will put a smile on kid’s faces every time they see it! All materials are provided as well as refreshments served. Class size is small so be sure to sign up soon. REGISTER

Join Valpo Parks for the NEW Polar Bear 5K at Creekside Trails! This cross-country style race is fun for the whole family with a 5K course through the Creekside property. A rolling start will be utilized which will allow runners to start...

Share the love as you create a one of a kind wooden sign to add to your Valentine decor or gift to that special someone. All materials will be provided. Age: 6 and older (children up to age 16 must be accompanied by an adult).

Memorial Opera Houseand the LimeLights continue to partner with BAM Theatre to bring you and your kids an opportunity for online class participation this fall! Act quickly! Space is Limited. This offer is available online only - Register Below! Our...