Parks

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, ...

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...

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...

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...

Coffee Creek Preserve is considered by many as one of the most beautiful pockets of nature in Northwest Indiana. Featuring nearly 160 acres of wetlands, woodlands, and prairies – as well as hundreds of species of plants and animals – the park is...

Valpo Parks is thrilled to announce details and exciting changes for the 46th annual Popcorn Panic 5 Mile Run and 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, September 7, 2024. This year's race promises a return to cherished traditions while offering...

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...

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...

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...

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....