The City of Valparaiso is kickflipping into a new realm of skateparks

By: Grace Bentkowski Last Updated: May 18, 2021

The City of Valparaiso is kickflipping into a new realm of skateparks The Valparaiso Parks and Recreation Department is shredding up the concept of a typical skatepark and is instead creating a state-of-the-art space for skaters of all skill levels and abilities. Kevin...

Nature Notes

By: Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ Last Updated: May 12, 2021

Nature Notes Occasionally, there has been enough snow to see tracks: deer, raccoon, birds, squirrels, and the variety of patterns on the soles of boot and shoes. I am especially intrigued by tracks on the frozen lake. As of this writing, Jan. 23, the ice seems to...

City of Whiting Parks and Recreation Department attracts its visitors with the sand and skyline

By: Allison Tunstall Last Updated: April 27, 2021

City of Whiting Parks and Recreation Department attracts its visitors with the sand and skyline In a normal time, the Whiting Parks & Recreation Department hosts events for the community, something Superintendent Adi Cruz and her team are looking forward to bringing back as well as highlighting the beauty the city has to offer. For Cruz, a...

South Shore CVA ambassadors use creativity, passion, and personal experience to connect visitors to the best of the Region

By: Peyton Mahlmann Last Updated: April 26, 2021

South Shore CVA ambassadors use creativity, passion, and personal experience to connect visitors to the best of the Region Feature image photos by Becky Bewick (@beverly1717), Joanna Cortes (@joanna84c), Marianne Lee (@mariannejean61), Molly McGuire (@mmcguirl.photography), and Christine Olson (@colson6933) When South Shore Convention & Visitors Authority (CVA)...

City of La Porte Park and Recreation Ballroom Dancing Class

By: City of La Porte Park and Recreation Department Last Updated: March 5, 2021

City of La Porte Park and Recreation Ballroom Dancing Class The La Porte Park and Recreation Department is taking registrations for their Ballroom Dancing Classes. Couples only (living in the same household) are welcome to register. Proper social distancing and masks are required. Class size is limited to 8...

Unleash the fun at Valpo Parks off leash dog park!

By: Valparaiso Parks Department Last Updated: February 19, 2021

Unleash the fun at Valpo Parks off leash dog park! ValPAWraiso Dog Park memberships are now available for 2021! This dog park spans over 2 acres featuring a large dog area and a separate small dog area. The welcoming plaza entrance features a seasonal restroom, drinking fountain for both humans and...

Day Trip: Cannonsburg Ski Area Belmont, MI

By: Valpo Parks Last Updated: January 22, 2021

Day Trip: Cannonsburg Ski Area Belmont, MI All ages are welcome to enjoy a day at West Michigan's premier winter destination! Cannonsburg is located just a few minutes from Grand Rapids. Guests can spend the day downhill skiing, snowboarding or tubing. In addition, Cannonsburg winter trails...

Valpo Parks now serving Ping Pong!

By: Valparaiso Parks Department Last Updated: January 20, 2021

Valpo Parks now serving Ping Pong! Come out of your basement and put some fun competition into your Thursday nights this winter. Enroll today in our NEW doubles ping pong league. Teams will play two matches a week in this 8 week league - 7 weeks of regular season followed by a double...

City of Valparaiso begins Phase 1 of new skatepark

By: Valparaiso Parks Department Last Updated: January 14, 2021

City of Valparaiso begins Phase 1 of new skatepark Valpo Parks is excited to announce Phase 1 of a new skatepark is underway. Phase 1 will include virtual public engagement, site analysis, skatepark and landscape design plans. These plans will be used to design and build what will serve the next...

Valpo Parks a key partner in bringing neighbors together through the City of Valparaiso’s Neighborhood Grant Program

By: Colin Lenburg Last Updated: December 13, 2020

Valpo Parks a key partner in bringing neighbors together through the City of Valparaiso’s Neighborhood Grant Program Uniting communities in a time of great confusion and uncertainty is paramount in 2020. Through the City of Valparaiso’s Neighborhood Improvement Grant Program, Valpo Parks Department has been able to improve community parks alongside the neighbors...