Parks

City of Mishawaka celebrates newly redesigned Crawford Park with ribbon cutting event

City of Mishawaka celebrates newly redesigned Crawford Park with ribbon cutting event The snap of many pairs of scissors marked a major milestone for the City of Mishawaka on Thursday, May 23 with the grand opening of its newly redesigned Crawford Park. Updated with many new and improved features and amenities, the park has much to...

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Valpo Parks hosts Memorial Day Ceremony at Foundation Meadows Park for fallen heroes

Valpo Parks hosts Memorial Day Ceremony at Foundation Meadows Park for fallen heroes Members of the Valparaiso community gathered at Foundation Meadows Park to show their support of those who fought for the country. Valpo Parks hosted its Memorial Day Ceremony on the morning of Friday, May 24. This service has become an annual...

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The Mayor’s Youth Council leads the way with Valpo Parks to host third annual Color Fun run

The Mayor’s Youth Council leads the way with Valpo Parks to host third annual Color Fun run The Valplayso and TJ Fields was the place to be on Friday for some color and some family fun. In conjunction with the City of Valparaiso and Valpo Parks, the Mayor’s Youth Council hosted their Color Fun Run. Over 500 children...

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Valpo Parks’ adult sports programs provide welcoming opportunities for the community

Valpo Parks’ adult sports programs provide welcoming opportunities for the community Sports serve as the foundation of providing people with healthy habits and help build relationships along the way. The adult sports programs at Valpo Parks have presented community members with opportunities to be active and connect with their peers....

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Truly a family affair: A look at the families who have supported the Lake County Parks and Recreation Department through the years

Truly a family affair: A look at the families who have supported the Lake County Parks and Recreation Department through the years Since 1968, the Lake County Parks and Recreation Department has cared for some of the most important historical and natural locations in Lake County. These include the Buckley Homestead in Lowell, Deep River County Park in Hobart, and the Gibson...

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Valpo Parks focuses on the little things to illuminate the Valparaiso community

Valpo Parks focuses on the little things to illuminate the Valparaiso community The Valparaiso Parks Department is always focusing on new projects that can preserve, develop and promote the quality of life in Valparaiso. While most of the attention goes toward special events or grand openings within the parks, it’s also...

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Indiana Dunes Tourism and fellow partners establish the importance of tourism at networking event

Indiana Dunes Tourism and fellow partners establish the importance of tourism at networking event On Thursday, March 14, Indiana Dunes Tourism and fellow partners had a fun-filled evening that not only allowed everyone in attendance to network but learn in the process.  “This is our annual tourism event and it allows us the opportunity to...

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