Parks

Valpo Parks to Oversee Management and Operations of the Memorial Opera House

Valpo Parks to Oversee Management and Operations of the Memorial Opera House The City of Valparaiso, Valpo Parks, and the Porter  County Commissioners announce a new management agreement for the Memorial Opera House,  effective January 1st, 2025. Under this agreement, Valpo Parks will assume responsibility for...

Read More

A look back at this year’s two unique new programs with Lake County Parks and Rec

A look back at this year’s two unique new programs with Lake County Parks and Rec For over 50 years, Lake County Parks and Recreation has cared for some of the county’s most important historical and natural locations. While the Lake County Parks and Rec staff enjoy putting on these tried-and-true events, the team is always...

Read More

ValPLAYso, Next Generation Celebrates 10 Years of Community Spirit

ValPLAYso, Next Generation Celebrates 10 Years of Community Spirit The month of October marks the 10-year anniversary of ValPLAYso, a beloved  community park that embodies the spirit of collaboration and community. In 2014, community members  rallied together to rebuild this beloved space, originally...

Read More

Upgrades at Acorn Oaks RV Park will ensure even more fun and relaxation for families

Upgrades at Acorn Oaks RV Park will ensure even more fun and relaxation for families Situated on over 25 acres of land, Acorn Oaks RV Park in Francesville has much to offer guests who are looking to get away from it all for a few relaxing days. The park’s many amenities include 105 RV spots, wi-fi, a camp store, a wine and beer...

Read More

Local Girl Scouts Put Safety First with Skatepark First Aid Station

Local Girl Scouts Put Safety First with Skatepark First Aid Station A trio of dedicated Girl Scouts from Troop 35141 are  making a big impact on their community's favorite skateboarding spot. Araya Hlinsky, Katie  Plath, and Olivia Muzzalupo recently completed their Silver Award project by designing, ...

Read More

Lake County Parks promotes holistic health among county residents

Lake County Parks promotes holistic health among county residents Photos courtesy of Maris Dodge Photography From Gibson Woods Nature Preserve in Hammond to Deep River County Park in Hobart to Stoney Run County Park in Hebron, Lake County Parks and Recreation cares for some of the county’s most significant...

Read More

Improvements coming to the Jean Shepherd Community Center: Changes usher in a new era to the Center

Improvements coming to the Jean Shepherd Community Center: Changes usher in a new era to the Center Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the Hammond Parks and Recreation Department are excited to announce enhancements to the Jean Shepherd Community Center. The Jean Shepherd Community Center will transform into a state-of-the-art pickleball and...

Read More

Holistic Fitness comes to the ACOA!

Holistic Fitness comes to the ACOA! The City of La Porte Park and Recreation Department is excited to introduce Seated Yoga and Qigong on Thursday mornings at the Activity Center for Older Adults (907 Lincolnway, La Porte)Seated Yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can be done while...

Read More