Events for the month of September 2012 in Michigan City LaPorte

Fawn Run Farm Mercantile Harvest Gathering - 09/01/2012 - 09/03/2012

A fall kick off in "an out-of-the-way shop with out-of-the-ordinary goods." Resident folk artist Marcy Dailey offers handcrafted folk art, primitive antiques, and seasonal needfuls.

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"Pine's School Salute to Sugarman" - Odyssey 14 Arts Cultural Events Series - 08/13/2012 - 12/21/2012

Colorful free form shapes designed and painted by 96 students from Pine Elementary School in trubute to George Sugarman.

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Works by Otto Neumann - Odyssey 14 Arts Cultural Events Series - 08/13/2012 - 12/21/2012

Selected works on canvas by Otto Neumann.

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Pig in the Park Fundraiser - 09/01/2012

Featuring Rib & Chicken Cook-Off, Pancake Breakfast, Hog Roast & Entertainment. All proceeds benefit the New Day Foundation.

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Interactive Mystery Dinner & Theatre Presentation - 08/31/2012 - 09/07/2012

An interactive, Mystery Dinner Theatre presentation, "The Last Will and Testament of a Millionaire" will be presented at the Cafe L'Amour on Lincolnway and Monroe, in LaPorte, on August 31 and September 7.

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11th Annual Labor Dayz Show & Shine - 09/02/2012

Car show & swap meet at Washington Park. Free entry.

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Smooth Jazz Series: Dee Alexander - 09/02/2012

Dee Alexander will perform Sept. 2 at It's Vegas Baby at Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa as part of the Smooth Jazz Series.

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Labor Dayz Bingo - 09/03/2012

Play 20 games of Bingo with specials offered. Cash prizes! Refreshments available.

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LaPorte County Master Gardener Class Offered - 09/04/2012 - 11/27/2012

A Master Gardener training program will be offered in La Porte County beginning Tuesday, September 4, 2012, and continuing until November 27 on Tuesdays from 6 to 9 p.m. 

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Sue Sommers: Fish Tales-Opening Reception - 09/07/2012

Opening Reception: September 7, 5–8 p.m. Water is both habitat and medium in this exhibition of paintings by artist Sue Sommers whose watercolor “Zen” fish depict local species in exuberant color and lifelike form.

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Judged the Best - Art Exhibit - 09/07/2012 - 09/30/2012

Members of the Southern Shore Art Gallery present their finest work for selection by juror into this high quality Art Exhibit. The public and collectors are invited to view and purchase these selected works, several of which will be prize winners.

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X-Ray Vision: Fish Inside Out Opening Reception - 09/07/2012

X-Ray Vision: Fish Inside Out Hyndman Gallery August 31 – November 18, 2012 Opening Reception: September 7, 5–8 p.m. From the most primitive jawless hagfishes to species like the Striped Bass, this exhibition of startlingly beautiful digital

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First Fridays @ 5: Opening Reception - 09/07/2012

Enjoy art, music, refreshments and more as we celebrate the opening of our new exhibitions, “X-Ray Vision: Fish Inside Out” and “Sue Sommers: Fish Out of Water."

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First Fridays - September Uptown ART Walk - 09/07/2012

Come out and enjoy an exciting evening in the Uptown Arts District this First Friday!

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Barker Mansion's Gardens - 09/07/2012

Enjoy casual garden touring or relax near the bubbling pool centering the flower

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Natural Dyes and Making Veggie Leather - 09/08/2012

 We will be creating a walnut dye bath from collected Indiana walnuts, an Indigo vat, and work with a variety of dye types. Come use and understand the current dyes on the market. We will create hand made papers that resemble a leather look.

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Lyric in the Gardens - a preview of the Lyric Opera of Chicago season - 09/09/2012

Join local opera lovers and spend a beautiful afternoon in the IFG Symphony Garden enjoying the lovely plantings, fountains tinkling and wonderful music from the upcoming Lyric season.

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Smooth Jazz Series: Phil Seed - 09/09/2012

Phil Seed performs 9/8 as part of Blue Chip Casino's Sunday Smooth Jazz series at It's Vegas Baby!. Performers play two sets: 5:30p.m – 7 pm and 7:30 pm – 9 pm.

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LaPorte County Antique Show - 09/09/2012

Antiques, Collectables, Military, Pottery, Glassware, Coins, Furniture, Jewelry, Books, Clocks and Watches, Cameras, Hunting and Fishing...All Older Items. Buying Gold and Silver on site.

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"I Can Arrange That" - 09/13/2012 - 11/11/2012

Walnut Ink is pleased to present their first exhibition of assemblage art, entitled I Can Arrange That.  This exhibition is a collaborative curatorial project between Walnut Ink Projects and Chris Silva

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Preschool Schoolhouse Rock - 09/13/2012 - 09/27/2012

Come to one or all of our rockin' events and learn songs, fingerplays and action rhymes you and your child can do at home or anywhere! Plus, we'll settle down with a few books as we take a breather now and then. Ages 0-5 all welcome!

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The Iron Chef Goes Camping! - 09/14/2012

Backpacks geared up! Utensils at the ready! It's time for campout cookery, contest mode.  Young adult chefs will test their culinary mettle against each other, using the foods and utensils contained within their team's provided "backpack".

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"Top Girls" - Live Theater - 08/31/2012 - 09/16/2012

"Top Girls" a modern classic. In 1980's England, hard-nosed businesswoman Marlene is hosting a dinner party to celebrate her promotion at the Top Girls Employmt Agency. Her guests- all powerful women from myth & history creates an extraordinary e

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Sunflower Fair Book Sale - 09/15/2012

Get gently used books, CD's, and more at great prices.

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14th Annual Sunflower Fair Car Show - 09/15/2012

Goody Bags/Dash Plaques for first 50 Entries. Top 20 Cars receive Trophies - Participant judging. All cars welcome!

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Shake, Rattle & Roll Car and Bike Show - 09/15/2012

The 16th Annual Shake, Rattle and Roll Car and Bike Show, Saturday, September 15, 2012, La Porte County Fairgrounds, Gates open at 2:00PM, Bands play until midnight. Enjoy the swap meet, vendors, racecar displays, live music, food, and beer garden.

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Sidewalk Sales Days Offer Deals and More - 06/23/2012 - 10/20/2012

Looking for a shopping experience in Downtown LaPorte? Search no further!  Downtown retailers, artists and crafters will be showcasing goods along the sidewalks of Lincolnway, Jefferson Avenue and State Street.

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14th Annual Sunflower Fair - 09/15/2012

Crafts and collectibles, food, rides, live music. Rib cook-off, sunflower cooking contest, art gallery walk, antique auto show, train rides and much more! 8am-4pm

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Hoosier Star - 09/15/2012

Vocal Competition with 12 Finalists from Indiana and Michigan competing for cash prizes. Audience Votes on the winner!

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American Red Cross 5K Run and Health Walk - 09/15/2012

5K Run and Health Walk kicks off the 2012 Sunflower Fair. Enjoy a flat course down Michigan Ave to Beechwood Golf Course and back. Proceeds benefit the LaPorte Chapter disaster preparedness and response program.

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Polish Heritage Festival - 09/16/2012

Featuring a Polish-English Mass at 11am; polka music by the EZ Tones from 1-4pm; and a performance by the "Wesoly Lud" Polish dance troupe. There'll also be food, exhibits, children's activities, a magician and more.

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Garwood Arts & Crafts Fair - 09/15/2012 - 09/16/2012

Annual Arts and Crafts Festival at Garwoods. Market and UPick Open. Horse and tractor drawn wagon rides, live music, concessions, bakery and gelato bar.

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Smooth Jazz Series: Skinny Williams - 09/16/2012

Skinny Williams performs 9/16 as part of the Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa's free Smooth Jazz series every Sunday in September featuring the best in nationally-known jazz artists.

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Harvest Bicycle Century Tour - 09/16/2012

You set the pace! Enjoy a thoughtfully planned, scenic route on rural, smooth roads. A well organized ride with friendly, harvest themed SAG stops all for a GREAT cause.

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Hunter Safety Education Course - 09/17/2012 - 09/20/2012

This is a free program offered Sept 17, 18 and 20 by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of  Law Enforcement.

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Inspiring Women Luncheon - 09/19/2012

"Inspiring Women" recognizes women as an important part of our community & economy. Open to public & members. Keynote speaker,Pat Koch-Owner & Dir. of Values-Holiday World, SantaClaus, IN shares her inspiring approach to life & work.

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Boutanic Boutique Fall Barn Event - 09/21/2012 - 09/22/2012

Antiques, Collectibles, Harvest and Christmas Decor Spotlight Charity The Womens Shelter of Michigan City.

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Indoor Flea Market - 09/22/2012 - 09/23/2012

Indoor Flea Market

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Harley-Davidson Shop of Michigan City Celebrating 13 Years - 09/22/2012

The Harley-Davidson Shop of Michigan City is hosting their 13th anniversary along with the

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Rotherpalooza 2012 - 09/22/2012

Rotherpalozza 2012 featuring The Difference, Jim Post, Teaser and The High Noon Band.

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Men's Golf Outing Fundraiser - 09/22/2012

Men's Golf Outing Fundraiser.  Proceeds go to the Worthy Women Recovery Home.

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17th Annual Wanatah Scarecrow Festival Car Show - 09/23/2012

Dash Plaques, Goody Bags and Top 60 Cars receive Trophies - Participant judging. All Cars Welcome!

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Purdue University North Central presents Sinai Forum - 09/23/2012 - 12/02/2012

Various topical speakers; one price for all 5 speakers.  Presented in collaboration with Michigan City Public Library. Dates: 9/23, 10/7, 11/4, 11/18 and 12/2, 2012.

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Blue Chip Casino Smooth Jazz Series - 09/02/2012 - 09/30/2012

Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa. Michigan City, IN will have a Smooth Jazz series every Sunday in September featuring the best in nationally-known jazz artists.

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Smooth Jazz Series: Phil Denny - 09/23/2012

Phil Denny performs 9/23 as part of Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa's Smooth Jazz series every Sunday in September.

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Garwood Free Live Bands every Saturday and Sunday in Sept & Oct - 09/01/2012 - 10/28/2012

Free, live music by local bands every weekend in the fall. Horse and tractor drawn wagon rides, concessions, bakery, market and gelato bar.

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Healthcare Reform Summit - 09/25/2012

The Supreme Court has upheld the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA). A panel of experts will share their views of what Healthcare Reform means to your organization.

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Johnny Appleseed's Birthday Party! - 09/26/2012

Johnny Appleseed was a REAL person who often stayed with friends in Indiana. He loved planting apple seeds to make apple trees grow for the pioneers!

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Buffalo Wild Wings give back night for Worthy Women Recovery Home - 09/26/2012

Please join us on September 26th at Buffalo Wild Wings for a give back night for the Worthy Women Recovery Home.

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Trivia Challenge - 09/27/2012

Teams will be answering questions based on the theme "Lost in the 50's."  Prizes, food and beverages available for purchase.

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FORUMCORNUCOPIA 2012: STRATEGIC PLANNING: CREATING YOUR SUCCESS - 09/27/2012

The Center for Creative Solutions, Inc. is sponsoring the third annual ForumCornucopia on the Purdue North Central campus September 27, 2012. This year's theme is "Strategic Planning: Creating Your Success."

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Scrabble Tournament - 09/27/2012

Play Scrabble with a partner while enjoying free snacks.

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Vinyl Echoes invades Friend's Nightclub - 09/28/2012

Vinyl Echoes, Friend's Nightclub, Nanda Danitschek.

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Spire Farm-to-Fork Cuisine Grand Opening - 09/28/2012

Legacy Hills Golf Club will host the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of Spire Farm-to-Fork Cuisine inside the new clubhouse near the 18^th green beginning at 5pm Sept 28.  Dinner will be a

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Everyday in February is Valentines - 02/01/2002 - 02/28/2013

Everyday is Valentine's day in February at Serenity Springs. Privacy...Comfort...Romance A Valentine getaway you're sure to remember.

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Merrie Acres Pumpkin Farm - 09/29/2012 - 10/28/2012

Bring the family to enjoy fall days for the 2012 season with some wholesome fun on the farm. While you’re here you can go on a hay ride, pick a pumpkin, get lost in the interactive corn maze, and many other activities for the whole day of fun!

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Oktoberfest - 09/29/2012

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Guse Corn Maze - 09/29/2012 - 10/28/2012

Get lost in a seven-acre corn maze. Kids activities, picnic area, bonfires, pumpkin train and pumpkin patch.

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Recreation Paintball - 06/30/2012 - 12/30/2012

Rec paintball open to ages 10+, come play with friends, family and more on the outdoor field with life size castles and structures.  Equipment rental available. Open every Saturday and Sunday.

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Last Sunday - Art Event - 09/30/2012 - 12/30/2012

The last Sunday of every month the Southern Shore Art Gallery will host a special presentation open to members, artists and the public. Topics will vary, but all will be related to especially interesting aspects of art. Watch Newspapers for details.

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Junk/Junque? - 09/07/2012 - 10/14/2012

Duo Art Exhibit by Gloria Newcomb and ANKO. An Art Exhibit inspired by “junk” found in junk shops and salvage yards all over the country, showing photography, collage, paintings, 3-D work and more.

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Paintings by Ed Levitan; Odyssey 14 Arts and Cultural Events Series - 08/13/2012 - 12/21/2012

Every day thoughts from this artist become colorful works on canvas; subject matter varies.

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Murder Mystery Event - 09/29/2012 - 09/30/2012

Are you ready for a Night of Fun, Romance, Intrigue and Mystery?

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Walk to Cure Diabetes - 09/30/2012

Join us at the Walk to Cure Diabetes, Chaired by IU Health La Porte Hospital-- Sunday September 30th at Hidden Lake Park in Merrillville. Register for the Walk at walk.jdrf.org.

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KUBA Concert - 09/30/2012

Born in Poland, Multi-instrumentalist Jakub "kuba" Kawnik has been playing on different instruments since he was 5 years old.  His primary instrument is the vibraphone, but he also plays drums, Marimba, Piano, guitar, violin, kalimba, fulte and han

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Smooth Jazz Series: Elaine Dame Trio - 09/30/2012

Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa presents its Smooth Jazz Series every Sunday in September. Sunday, Sept. 30 features the Elaine Dame Trio.

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