Parks

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...

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...

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)...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

While in many ways the holidays look very different this year, the warmth we feel for others may be greater than ever. Due to the challenges we have all faced in 2020, please allow this tree of lights and the spirit of the holiday season to serve as...