Community

First United Methodist Church of Valparaiso is offering a family-to-family support group for family and friends of people with mental illness. The meeting is affiliated with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness).

The 2nd Annual Gospel Bowl is a FREE community christian concert on The Quicks 18-acre property in Valpo (89 E 150 S, Valparaiso, Indiana 46383). Come hear 7 praise and worship bands from throughout Northwest Indiana! Bring your lawn chairs,...

Join us Monday, July 15 at the Porter County Administration Building. The event is free and open to the public - donations are welcome, but not required. An informal Q & A session will immediately follow next door at Greek’s Pizza. The 7 p.m....

The Food Bank of NWI will be on campus to distribute FREE grains, fruits, vegetables and protein to individuals and families. Individuals should have valid proof of Indiana residency to access Market services, and are asked to bring boxes or bags to...

Come out to Portage United Methodist Church to a free will donation car wash benefiting Cub Scout Pack 487 and their yearly adventures with scouts! Let our scouts give your car a wash and shine! Donations are a free will donation.

Porter County residents are invited to clean out their garages, basements and sheds and bring all of their household hazardous waste to a collection scheduled from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 27. Sponsored by Porter County Recycling & Waste Reduction,...

The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians invites teams or individuals to compete in its second annual Quadrathon: a fun and challenging event comprised of a 750-meter swim, a 20K bike ride, a 5K run and a 2000-meter kayak. The event takes place on...

Two unique golf events in one! Kids Skills Contest (12 and under) (8-10 a.m.) and Adult/Junior Golf Outing (10:45 a.m. start). Foursomes are made up of juniors and adults. Register online at valpoparksfoundation.org or call 219.462.5144.

Join Valpo Parks for the the Lit'l Firecracker 2k Run for children 12 and under! It's a new event at the annual 4th of July Blast 5K Run/Walk Click HERE for the 2k Run. Hurry! Registration ends July 3 at 7 p.m.

Join Valpo Parks for the annual 4th of July Blast 5K Run/Walk and burn some calories before heading to your afternoon barbecue! Click HERE to register but hurry! Registration ends July 3 at 7 p.m.