This weekend, celebrate the upcoming holidays with events around the Region! Take your kids to see Santa, support a local business with your patronage, join a contest, and more. Read on below for our full list of fun things to do. Don't forget to...

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana hosted Express Enrollment at their location in Valparaiso on Saturday, August 8. While this event takes place every year, the necessity for social distancing made things look a bit different than usual. Students...

Blackbird Cafe is home to a delicious variety of baked goods, which is no surprise considering owner Dan Cook has a strong background in pastries. While all food offered at the cafe is high quality, Darcy Scully of Valparaiso...

Live music, engaging conversations, and the sounds of water lapping against the harbor at the mouth of Lake Michigan – this ambiance greets guests who make their way onto the outdoor patio of Bartlett’s Fish Camp, located in the historic and...

Indulge in a cup of coffee or tea from Blackbird Café and you’re likely to find that one blend that you just can’t live without. That’s what happened to Darcy Scully of Valparaiso. “When we go to Florida for three months in the winter, we...

One of Valparaiso’s favorite gathering spots opened its doors to customers after an extended and necessary hiatus. Blackbird Cafe is now open with limited seating so frequent fliers can enjoy their coffee and treats on location. With a maximum...

With Governor Holcomb’s announcement that the state of Indiana will enter into the next stage of reopening, restaurants have been given the green light to reopen at half capacity for in-house dining. However, there may be some uncertainty as to...