Gatherings

Concert for a Cause: Step Up 4 Inc. partners with Methodist Hospitals’ Breast Care Center

Concert for a Cause: Step Up 4 Inc. partners with Methodist Hospitals’ Breast Care Center Avenue 912 was filled with the sounds of new wave and classic rock as Step Up 4 Inc. hosted its annual concert to raise funds for breast cancer patients in Northwest Indiana. The event, which featured the Cars tribute band "The Electric Cars," was...

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Puppies pounce onto the water for The Lakes of Valparaiso’s Annual Puppy Plunge

Puppies pounce onto the water for The Lakes of Valparaiso’s Annual Puppy Plunge As the summer season comes to a close, The Lakes of Valparaiso makes sure that they can put together one last special pool event for their residents. More specifically, this celebration is one for all the furry friends who live in the community....

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Community support rains down during the 46th Annual Popcorn Festival

Community support rains down during the 46th Annual Popcorn Festival Rain could not dampen the popcorn nor the fun at the 46th annual Valparaiso Popcorn Festival held in downtown Valparaiso, Indiana. With a record 340 vendors, live entertainment, and endless popcorn, attendees came out in record numbers. “We had to...

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46th annual Popcorn Fest ‘pops’ off with Valpo Parks Jr. Kernel, Lit’l Kernel Puff, and Popcorn Panic races

46th annual Popcorn Fest ‘pops’ off with Valpo Parks Jr. Kernel, Lit’l Kernel Puff, and Popcorn Panic races The streets of Valparaiso were poppin’ as runners of all ages raced through the city in celebration of the 46th annual Popcorn Festival. It all kicked off on Friday, September 6 when Valpo’s younger athletes raced to the finish line in the annual...

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Valpo Parks Foundation to Honor Community Leaders at 2024 Friends & Legends Reception

Valpo Parks Foundation to Honor Community Leaders at 2024 Friends & Legends Reception The Valpo Parks Foundation is excited to announce the 2024 Friends & Legends reception, a celebration honoring individuals who have made significant contributions to Valpo Parks. The event will take place on Thursday, October 3, from 5:00 to 7:00...

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Activity Center for Older Adults’ resource expo returns this month

Activity Center for Older Adults’ resource expo returns this month Local seniors, retirees and caregivers are invited to explore local resources and opportunities at an upcoming expo, according to Assistant Director of the La Porte Park and Recreation Department Emily Archambault.  The La Porte Activity Center...

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September 14: IU Northwest to host annual Back-to-School Jamboree

September 14: IU Northwest to host annual Back-to-School Jamboree Free event featuring food, games and basketball tournament open to campus, community Indiana University Northwest is proud to host the annual Back-to-School Jamboree from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14, an event that aims to bring the...

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McColly Real Estate participates in 105th annual Lowell Labor Day Parade

McColly Real Estate participates in 105th annual Lowell Labor Day Parade As we celebrate Labor Day to honor the men and women who work to keep the country great, it’s important to recognize the heroes who have helped shape it in that way. There’s no better way to do this in Northwest Indiana than through the streets...

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Surf Internet gives away tickets, bobbleheads, and fiber internet information at South Bend Cubs game

Surf Internet gives away tickets, bobbleheads, and fiber internet information at South Bend Cubs game Surf Internet turned up to Four Winds Field on August 28 to cheer on the South Bend Cubs in an exciting game against the Great Lakes Loons. The fiber-optic internet service provider had its local team out in force to provide giveaways to the first...

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