Upcoming Community Events

Military Appreciation Month - 05/01/2013 - 05/31/2013

Members of the Armed Services and their families are invited to "Show Your ID" and save to receive a complimentary VIP Coupon Book.

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Jerry Slauter, Woodcutter's Revival Book Signing - 05/25/2013

Jerry Slauter is the author of Woodcutter's Revival.  He is a retired teacher and current business owner.  A Ball State University graduate with a Master's in Education, he has always been very involved in several political and educational caus

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Memorial Day Weekend - 05/25/2013 - 05/27/2013

Opening weekend, climb aboard all three of our steam powered railroads for a scenic ride through our woods. Historic steam locomotives will take you back to a bygone era.

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Memorail Day Sidewalk Sale - 05/24/2013 - 05/27/2013

Enjoy additional savings up to 70% off at Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets Memorial Day Sidewalk Sale.

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Parent & Child Discovery Days - 04/24/2013 - 08/21/2013

The program includes arts & crafts, games, snack and more. All activities are related to the program topic.  Pre-registration and payment required at least one week in advance or until full, whichever comes first.

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The Circle of Friendship at Presbyterian Church of LaPorte - 06/01/2013

The Presbyterian Church of LaPorte is hosing another gathering for adults and young adults with physical challenges. This is a social, support group enjoying speakers, entertainers and lunch at no cost including free transportation for people livi

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Kids Fishing Fun Days - 06/01/2013

Kids Fishing Fun Days - Free - at Luhr County Park.

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Stroller, Baby & You - 04/29/2013 - 08/26/2013

Fun filled programs with other toddlers and preschoolers. Enjoy music, dance with your kids, giggle, and storytelling, take a hike (weather permitting) and just have plan ole fun.

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New Durham Estates & Home Sales Annual Open House - 06/07/2013 - 06/09/2013

Open house and Community-wide Yard Sale.

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Adopt-a-Beach - 06/08/2013

Celebrate Your Love of the Great Lakes and Lake Michigan Coastal Awaremenss Month by participating in Adopt-a-Beach.

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Shakespeare Returns to IFG in June! - 06/09/2013

A Midsummer Night’s Dream will be performed on June 9^th at 2:30pm. The rollicking tale of forest creatures who control and manipulate several young lovers is one of Shakespeare’s most beloved plays.  

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Wanatah Town-wide Garage Sale - 06/07/2013 - 06/09/2013

Held each year on the second weekend in June, this event draws hundreds of visitors to the town as residents open their garages and yards for a bargain-hunters delight.

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Flag Day Ceremony - 06/14/2013

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LaPorte Day at the Cove - 06/16/2013

The Greater LaPorte Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring "LAPORTE DAY AT THE COVE", on Sunday, June 16, 2013 at Stanley Coveleski Stadium in South Bend, IN. Game time is 1pm LaPorte Time (gates open at noon).

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Idea & Information Exchange - 06/20/2013

Hosted by Visit Michigan City LaPorte Convention & Visitors Bureau, the Idea and Information forum gives businesses and organizations an opportunity to come together and share ideas and information.  RSVP requested.

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Sacred Heart Church Polish Festival - 06/21/2013 - 06/23/2013

Annual festival featuring live music, entertainment, famous brats, Polish and other festival food, children's rides, games, Polka, fish fry, huge garage sale, beer gardens, Polish heritage booth and more.

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Civil War Railroad Days - 06/22/2013 - 06/23/2013

Civil War train raids and living history encampment. Witness North and South battling for control of the Flying Dutchman Railroad!

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Barker Mansion "Pink Tea" - 06/26/2013 - 06/30/2013

Catered garden tea with entertainment.

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July 4th Summer Sale - 06/28/2013

Enjoy additional savings up to 70% off at Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets.

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Fox Park 100 Year Celebration - 06/28/2013 - 06/29/2013

Fox Park 100 Year Celebration.

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Big Bass Bash - 06/29/2013

A fundraising tournament for the Warriors First Foundation and the Wounded Warrior Project. Family friendly event with live entertainment, food vendors, kids activities and much more.

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23rd Anniversary Celebration at the Antique Market of Michigan City, Inc - 06/28/2013 - 06/30/2013

Celebrate our 23rd Anniversary with us! Enjoy 10% to 30% savings off most items in the store. Door prizes, giveaways, refreshments and more.

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67th Annual LaPorte Jaycees 4th of July Parade - 07/04/2013

LaPorte 4th of July Parade.

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LaPorte 4th of July Fireworks Celebration - 07/04/2013

4th of July Fireworks in LaPorte.

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The BIG Parade - 07/06/2013

Annual Michigan City Summer Festival Parade held along Franklin St from 10th to Ames Field, Michigan City, IN.

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2nd Saturday! Music Mix - 07/13/2013

2nd Saturday! is a fun, free and family friendly event located in Downtown LaPorte. Businesses stay open late, offering refreshments, entertainment and more.

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Lakeview Fundays - 07/13/2013 - 07/14/2013

Fun Days in the Park features food, bands, rides and more, with something to do for the whole family.

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Fireworks - 07/14/2013

Fireworks will begin at dusk and will be launched from the lighthouse pier over Lake Michigan.

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Idea & Information Exchange - 07/18/2013

Hosted by Visit Michigan City LaPorte Convention & Visitors Bureau, the Idea and Information forum gives businesses and organizations an opportunity to come together and share ideas and information.  RSVP requested.

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2nd Annual LaPorte Night Bike Ride - 07/19/2013

The 2nd Annual LaPorte Night Bicycle Ride will take you on a leisurely 10-mile starlit bike ride of LaPorte.

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New Carlisle Hometown Days - 07/26/2013 - 07/28/2013

3 day fun-filled family weekend. Entertainment, fireworks, parade, arts and crafts, rides, food and a variety of vendors.

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Summer Day Camp - Tuesday Treasures at Luhr Park - 06/18/2013 - 08/06/2013

All programs include arts and crafts, games, snack and fun for everyone. Parents are not required to participate or stay during these programs. Ages 6-13. Payment & Pre-registration at least one week in advance required assuring a spot.

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First Friday at the Movies & Car Show - 06/07/2013 - 08/02/2013

Family and fun-filled, bring the kids downtown for a movie night! Classic car show warms up the fun with a family-friendly movie following.  June's feature film is the classic Charlotte's Web, sponsored by Parkison and Hinton.

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Senior Lifestyles - 05/01/2013 - 08/07/2013

Join the 55+ Club, a social club designed specifically for adults ages 55 and older.  Learn and explore various types of nature at its best in the county parks.  Come relax, enjoy nature, & have coffee on the Parks with your new friends.

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Taste of Michigan City - 08/02/2013 - 08/03/2013

Sample a variety of delicious foods from various local restaurants, visit the beer and wine garden and experience live music and family entertainment along the streets of the Uptown Arts District.

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First Friday at the Movies & Car Show - 07/05/2013 - 08/02/2013

Family and fun-filled, bring the kids downtown for a movie night! Classic car show warms up the fun with a family-friendly movie following. July's feature film is The Lorax, sponsored by Horizon Bank.

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First Friday at the Movies & Car Show - 08/02/2013

Family and fun-filled, bring the kids downtown for a movie night! Classic car show warms up the fun with a family-friendly movie following. Feature film is the new version of Journey to the Center of the Earth, sponsored by LaPorte Urban Enterpri

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19th Annual Leprechaun Hunt - 08/04/2013

Family day includes the hunt for the elusive leprechauns, food, games, entertainment and more.

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American Family Day 2012 - 08/04/2013

On American Family Day, any family (up to five members) may purchase a special THREE-RIDE TICKET for just $25 – and all family members ride on that ticket. 

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Back-to-School & Fall Preview Sale - 08/01/2013 - 08/05/2013

Enjoy additional savings up to 70% at Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets.

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Knapp's Knee-High Miniature Horse Farm Open Barn 2013 - 08/10/2013

7th Annual Miniature Horse Open Barn in our brand-new barn on Sat, Aug 10, 2013 from 9am-3pm CST.  Please join us for a fun day of horses, refreshments and friendship.

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HannaFest - 08/09/2013 - 08/10/2013

HannaFest celebrates the history, culture and people of the Hanna Community. Events include a town-wide garage sale, arts and crafts, music, food, kids' activities, a parade, car show, street dance and Hanna Lions BBQ chicken.

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LaPorte Aero Club Pancake Breakfast - 08/11/2013

Drive in/fly in pancake breakfast at the LaPorte Municipal airport/airplanes/parachute jumpers/scholarship.

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Idea & Information Exchange - 08/15/2013

Hosted by Visit Michigan City LaPorte Convention & Visitors Bureau, the Idea and Information forum gives businesses and organizations an opportunity to come together and share ideas and information.  RSVP requested.

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Pet Fest in the Park - 08/17/2013

Is your pet itching to go on a walk in the park? Then you are bound to have a ruff- ruff bark of a good time! Our co-sponsor, The LaPorte County Small Animal Shelter along with many other vendors will have stations set-up along the trail with good

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Fitness Fridays - 04/12/2013 - 08/30/2013

Fitness Fridays will begin on April 12!!! And...they will be at 5:15 P.M. so as to allow more people to participate! And....there will not only be the 5K Walk/Run on Michigan Ave (as per last year), but also a bicycle component!

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57th Annual Hesston Steam & Power Show 2013 - 08/30/2013 - 09/02/2013

Four BIG days including steam train rides on 3 railroads, steam tractor demos, operating steam-powered saw mill and steam crane, functioning steam powered electric generating plant, county fair style food stands, Labor Day Flea Market and much mor

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LaPorte County Historical Society Museum Special Wedding Disply and Events - 06/01/2013 - 08/31/2013

“With This Ring: Mid-century Weddings” display. A variety of wedding gowns from the Historical Society’s collection featuring those from the 1940’s-1970’s will be on display June - August.

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Labor Day Sidewalk Sale - 08/30/2013 - 09/02/2013

Participating stores provide savings of up to 70%. This sidewalk sale is perfect for finding bargains on back-to-school items.

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Door Village Harvest Festival - 09/07/2013 - 09/08/2013

The festival will have something for everyone: exhibits, booths, demonstrations, tours and activities for all to enjoy.

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Idea & Information Exchange - 09/19/2013

Hosted by Visit Michigan City LaPorte Convention & Visitors Bureau, the Idea and Information forum gives businesses and organizations an opportunity to come together and share ideas and information.  RSVP requested.

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Michigan City PKD Walk 2-miles - 09/21/2013

Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) affects 600,000 Americans and 12.5 million children & adults, worldwide. Walk, form a team, help with the committee, volunteer & more. 2 Mile Walk. Register online

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Senior Center Fall Card Party - 09/26/2013

Get a group together to come play cards or games. Food served. Raffles and 50/50.

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READ La Porte County, Inc. Scrabble Tournament - 09/26/2013

Two-person teams compete for prizes and bragging rights in our annual Scrabble Tournament at the Best Western Plus La Porte Hotel & Conference Center. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the first round of play starts at 7:00 p.m.

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Premium Outlets Pink Event - 10/01/2013 - 10/31/2013

During the month of October, shoppers are invited to make a $10 donation to Susan G Komen and receive a special discount coupon book and enjoy special discounts from participating stores.

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Columbus Day Sale - 10/11/2013 - 10/14/2013

Participating stores provide savings of up to 70%.  This sidewalk sale is perfect for finding Fall and Winter bargains on back-to-school items.

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Idea & Information Exchange - 10/17/2013

Hosted by Visit Michigan City LaPorte Convention & Visitors Bureau, the Idea and Information forum gives businesses and organizations an opportunity to come together and share ideas and information.  RSVP requested.

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Idea & Information Exchange - 11/21/2013

Hosted by Visit Michigan City LaPorte Convention & Visitors Bureau, the Idea and Information forum gives businesses and organizations an opportunity to come together and share ideas and information.  RSVP requested.

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After Thanksgiving Weekend Sale Featuring Midnight Madness - 11/28/2013 - 12/01/2013

Let the holiday merriment begin!  On Friday, November 29 through Sunday December 1, join the area's smartest shoppers who are planning to make their annual holiday shopping stop at Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets. 

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Pioneer Land Christmas Open House - 12/07/2013 - 12/08/2013

Christmas Open House at Pioneer Land.

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Idea & Information Exchange - 12/19/2013

Hosted by Visit Michigan City LaPorte Convention & Visitors Bureau and Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa. This will be a special meeting with our state senators and representatives. RSVP requested.

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Winter Wonderland - 12/07/2013 - 12/28/2013

Come out enjoy ice carving, food, Santa, chili, wagon rides and more on December weekends in the Uptown Arts District.

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