Parks

Imagine traveling to the beach without worrying about the drive or hassle of parking! The South Shore Line along the Dunes learning center and the national park service, is helping make this a reality by offering a FREE Dune Buggy Beach Shuttle for...

If you love gardening and would like to share your passion with others, Purdue Extension – Porter County wants you! “We are accepting applications for the fall class, which will be held on Tuesdays from Sept. 5 through Nov. 28,” said Lyndsay...

Summer Fun for Kids: Log on to www.valpoparks.org for more information. Register online, in person or over the phone at the Valpo Parks office, 219-462-5144. Discovery Day Camp for ages 3 - grade 9 Group Tennis Lessons: Register today for the final...

Brookdale Park was originally Brookdale Farm, owned by the Michaels family. Porter County Parks & Recreation acquired the land in 2010 from Barney Michaels, partially funded by a grant from the Lake Michigan Coastal Program, a program of the...

It was a beautiful night full of laughter, live music, and a patriotic firework display as the City of Valparaiso and the Valparaiso Parks Department kicked off the annual Fourth of July Blast, this year at a new location. The fireworks show was...

Imagine taking your bike to the Indiana Dunes for the day and biking along their beautiful trails or spending the day in Chicago without having to worry about utilizing expensive transportation throughout the city. These are just two of many...

A quick look at the week ahead...NEW! Mommy and Me Yoga: Focusing on the developmental needs of children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. Meditation, storytelling, games, poses, and creative expression are included in this yoga class. August 16 - October...

Youth Back to School Soccer Register Now! June 30 is the deadline to sign up for Youth Co-ed Back to School Soccer. Games begin August 5. More Information 4th of July Blast 5k Run/Walk Tuesday, July 4, 2017 7:30 am Price: $25 up to race day Same Day...

Valparaiso’s newest Pathway, Vale Park West, received the 2017 Outstanding Trail Project Award at the Greenways Foundation of Indiana’s Annual Luncheon held in Carmel on June 13, 2017. The Indiana Greenways Foundation Awards are presented to...

“That’s a big one!” It was hard to tell who was more excited as father and son admired the contents of their dip net—a 2 inch crayfish. The small group of parents and kids gathered on the bank of the Little Calumet River glanced over...