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Upcoming Events in Porter County

 

Animal

Cat ShowCat Show - 03/10/2012 - 03/11/2012

Dunes Cat Fanciers will be hosting their Semi-Annual Non-profit Back to Back Championship and Household Pet Cat Show on March 10th & 11th.

Popcorn Cluster Dog ShowsPopcorn Cluster Dog Shows - 06/20/2012 - 06/24/2012

Five days of dog shows with over 150 breeds. Confirmation and performance competitions. Only pre-registered dogs are allowed.

Arts and Crafts

Fall Craft Show & MoreFall Craft Show & More - 10/20/2012 - 10/21/2012

The Portage Parks Department invites you to attend this 29th annual event. There will be 48 home made/hand made crafters and 26 buy/sell vendors.

Hebron Elementary Arts & Crafts FairHebron Elementary Arts & Crafts Fair - 10/13/2012

32nd Annual Hebron Elementary Arts & Crafts Fair features over 125 booth spaces at an indoor show.

Art Exhibits

4th Annual ARTOUR4th Annual ARTOUR - 08/25/2012

An afternoon of sharing art crafts. Artist are placed in local businesses for an afternoon. This year over 25 artists and 17 local businesses are participating!

54th Annual Chesterton Art Fair54th Annual Chesterton Art Fair - 08/04/2012 - 08/05/2012

Features the original artwork of over 130 artists from across the United States. Also features artist demonstrations.

Harvest Festival Art ShowHarvest Festival Art Show - 10/06/2012 - 10/07/2012

The Portage Park Department invites you to join us for the 2nd annual Harvest Festival. The event consists of a juried art show, wine & cheese tasting, chocolate tasting and live music. Admission is free.

Car Show

Car ShowCar Show - 05/20/2012

Annual Porter County car show. Come out and explore the possibilities!

Community

Friends of the Library Book SaleFriends of the Library Book Sale - 04/20/2012 - 04/22/2012

The Friends of Westchester Public Library holds two book sales each year.

Junk-in-the-TrunkJunk-in-the-Trunk - 07/14/2012

Join us for an open air, multiple vendor, rummage sale. Saturday, July 14th from 8am-1pm at Woodland Park.

Party in the ParkParty in the Park - 08/18/2012

Held in Thomas Centennial Park, Party in the Park is an annual summer celebration for the Duneland communities of Beverly Shores, Burns Harbor, Chesterton, Dune Acres and Porter.

Summer Outdoor MoviesSummer Outdoor Movies - 06/12/2012 - 07/31/2012

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy outdoor movies under the stars!

Winter DazzleWinter Dazzle - 02/24/2012 - 02/25/2012

Enjoy LIVE Ice Carving and free miniature ice golf in Central Park Plaza. Golf through pre-carved blocks of ice!

Educational

Bookmarks at the MuseumBookmarks at the Museum - 02/16/2012 - 11/15/2012

Bookmarks at the Museum takes place on the third Thursday of each month, January-November, at 2 p.m. Westchester Township History Museum, 700 W. Porter Avenue, Chesterton.

Century of Progress Homes ToursCentury of Progress Homes Tours - 10/20/2012

Join a National Park Service ranger at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore for a tour of five historic homes from the 1933 Chicago World’s Fair.

Go Fly a KiteGo Fly a Kite - 07/28/2012

Come out to the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore and learn to make kites at the Paul H. Douglas Center.

Junior Ranger DayJunior Ranger Day - 04/21/2012

Junior ranger activities at the park in honor of National Park Week including a special kite flying program at Mt. Baldy.

Maple Sugar TimeMaple Sugar Time - 03/03/2012 - 03/11/2012

Enjoy a sweet taste of spring and learn about the evolution of maple sugaring from American Indian methods to the Chellberg family's sugar shack of the 1930's.

Midwinter Reading Program: Read for the Love of ChocolatesMidwinter Reading Program: Read for the Love of Chocolates - 02/01/2012 - 02/29/2012

No pre-registration required to participate in “Read for the Love of Chocolate,” WPL’s midwinter reading program for adults and young adults.

Perseid Meteor ShowerPerseid Meteor Shower - 08/10/2012

Join fellow sky watchers as they count the meteors from the annual meteor shower.

Perseid Meteor StargazePerseid Meteor Stargaze - 08/11/2012

Annual meteor shower star gaze from the beach at Indiana Dunes State Park.

Plant Problem SleuthingPlant Problem Sleuthing - 09/15/2012

Learn to diagnose your plants' problems and where to find more information on what's bugging them.

Resumes/Interviews WorskshopsResumes/Interviews Worskshops - 02/28/2012 - 02/29/2012

2-day resume workshop offered by Westchester Public Library, February 28 and 29. Registration required. Call 926-7696.

Environment / Nature

15th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest15th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest - 07/14/2012

Annual Sand Sculpture contest for kids of all ages at Indiana Dunes State Park.

Friends of Indiana Dunes Native Plant SaleFriends of Indiana Dunes Native Plant Sale - 04/14/2012

Friends of Indiana Dunes Native Plant Sale at the Dunes State Park Beach Pavilion.

Northwest Indiana Earth Day CelebrationNorthwest Indiana Earth Day Celebration - 04/21/2012

Learn more about the planet and your impact on it at the annual Northwest Indiana Earth Day Celebration.

Northwest Territory RC&D  Annual Tree SaleNorthwest Territory RC&D Annual Tree Sale - 04/07/2012

Annual tree sale is sponsored by Northwest Territory RC&D. All trees are sold locally grown and accustomed to this area.

Sandhill Crane Field TripSandhill Crane Field Trip - 11/10/2012

Annual field trip to see 10,000 cranes. Trip leaves from Indiana Dunes State Park.

Singing Sands Star ShowSinging Sands Star Show - 06/23/2012

Star gazing from the Indiana Dunes State Park Beach Pavilion.

Welcome Back WeekendWelcome Back Weekend - 05/05/2012 - 05/06/2012

Welcome back for another recreation season at the Indiana Dunes State Park.

Ethnic

Greek FestivalGreek Festival - 06/15/2012 - 06/17/2012

Enjoy food, music, and drinks while sampling a wide array of delicacies.

Exhibits

Fire Departments of Westchester Township ExhibitFire Departments of Westchester Township Exhibit - 02/18/2012 - 04/29/2012

Celebrate the history of Westchester Township fire departments at the all-new exhibit at Westchester Township History Museum, 700 W. Porter Avenue, Chesteton. February 18-April 29.

Porter County Home & Garden ShowPorter County Home & Garden Show - 03/09/2012 - 03/11/2012

Come and explore the possibilities at this popular home and garden exhibition.

Spring Quilt ShowSpring Quilt Show - 03/31/2012 - 04/01/2012

String-A-Long Guild presents their 14thbiennial quilt show to be held at Porter County Expo Center.

Tractor PullTractor Pull - 09/02/2012

Old-fashioned tractor pull. Come out and join the fun!

Valparaiso Kiwanis Hot Air BalloonFestValparaiso Kiwanis Hot Air BalloonFest - 09/07/2012 - 09/09/2012

The Valparaiso Noon Kiwanis Club will conduct our 21st annual Kiwanis Hot Air BalloonFest at the Porter County Fairgrounds.

Fairs

4th Annual Taste of Porter County4th Annual Taste of Porter County - 08/25/2012 - 08/26/2012

Delight your taste buds with friends and family, and enjoy creations from food establishments in Porter County and beyond!!

Kouts PorkfestKouts Porkfest - 08/25/2012

The Kouts Porkfest is an annual arts, crafts, food and entertainment festival. Fun for the whole family!

Porter County FairPorter County Fair - 07/19/2012 - 07/29/2012

Our Fair includes free entertainment, food, carnival rides, 4H exhibits, livestock shows and grandstand shows.

Valparaiso Popcorn FestivalValparaiso Popcorn Festival - 09/08/2012

The Valparaiso Popcorn Festival is located in beautiful downtown Valparaiso.

Wizard of Oz FestivalWizard of Oz Festival - 09/14/2012 - 09/16/2012

On September 14-16th, 2012, the Duneland Business Initiative Group will host the 31st Wizard of Oz Festival in Downtown Chesterton, Indiana.

Farmers Markets

Central Park Plaza MarketCentral Park Plaza Market - 06/05/2012 - 10/30/2012

Shop local and buy fresh! Unique vendors, handmade products, plants and produce direct from the farm. Tuesdays & Saturdays from 8am - 3pm from June through October!

Chesterton's European MarketChesterton's European Market - 05/05/2012 - 10/27/2012

Chesterton’s European Market provides a strong tradition of quality shopping and live entertainment within a festive community experience.

Food / Beverage

41st Annual Blueberry Social41st Annual Blueberry Social - 07/11/2012

You are cordially invited for social time of fellowship and yummy blueberries for your tummy.

9th Annual Summer Benefit9th Annual Summer Benefit - 06/02/2012

9th Annual Summer Benefit supporting the Shirley Heinze Land Trust at Sand Creek Country Club.

Eat Up Wine Down - First ThursdaysEat Up Wine Down - First Thursdays - 11/03/2011 - 12/06/2012

$5 Food and Drink Specials at Valpo Dining Restaurants the First Thursday of EVERY Month.

Pines Supper ClubPines Supper Club - 09/15/2012

Pines Village will turn Porter County Expo Center into a supper club as a fund raiser for their emergency shelter for older adults.

Tailgate Chili ChallengeTailgate Chili Challenge - 09/21/2012

Held in the Chesterton/Duneland Chamber of Commerce parking lot, the Chili Challenge takes place just prior to the CHS Homecoming Parade.

Taltree Sixth Annual GalaTaltree Sixth Annual Gala - 06/08/2012

Taltree Arboretum & Gardens hosts its sixth annual fundraising Gala.

Taste of DunelandTaste of Duneland - 09/01/2012

The 5th annual Taste of Duneland will highlight the many cuisines in the Duneland area.

Taste of ValpoTaste of Valpo - 05/24/2012

Get ready to taste signature dishes from more than 40 restaurants at this year's Taste of Valpo.

Valparaiso BrewfestValparaiso Brewfest - 09/29/2012

Sample over 125 different styles of beers from America’s best craft brewers and vote for your favorite Indiana craft beer as we award the coveted HOOSIER BREW award to the top vote recipient.

Historical

Aukiki River FestivalAukiki River Festival - 08/25/2012 - 08/26/2012

Imagine a time during the 1900's when the Baum's Bridge - along the Kankakee River - was bustling with activity.

Fall Harvest FestivalFall Harvest Festival - 09/28/2012 - 09/30/2012

Demonstration of farming in the early 1900’s with steam and gas powered equipment.

History Comes Alive!History Comes Alive! - 09/08/2012 - 09/09/2012

An entire weekend of history themed programming at Indiana Dunes State Park.

Wolf Mansion ToursWolf Mansion Tours - 04/27/2012 - 12/23/2012

Wolf Mansion Victorian Italianate, built in 1875, is listed on the national historic register.

Holiday

9/11 Tribute Concert9/11 Tribute Concert - 09/11/2012

The Coffee Creek Watershed Conservancy is hosting a free concert on Sept. 11, 2012.

Amhurst Asylum Haunted AttractionAmhurst Asylum Haunted Attraction - 10/05/2012 - 10/31/2012

Prepare to be frightened in this 23,000 square foot, all-indoor haunted house designed by two people who have a combined 20 years of experience in haunted houses and horror movies.

Fall Harvest FestivalFall Harvest Festival - 10/26/2012

Downtown Trick or Treat! Wear your spookiest or silliest costume and go door-to-door in Valparaiso’s downtown to get some tasty treats from our restaurants and retailers. Free Hayrides provided by the Valparaiso Parks Department!

Family 4th FestFamily 4th Fest - 07/04/2012

Family 4th of July Festival in Hawthorne Park, Porter, Indiana.

Haunted HayrideHaunted Hayride - 10/25/2012 - 10/27/2012

The haunted hayride runs from October 25th through October 27th from 6:30pm-9:30pm at Woodland Park. It is $2 per person, children under 2 are free.

Trick or Treat ChestertonTrick or Treat Chesterton - 10/26/2012

The Second Annual Trick or Treat Chesterton event provides children the opportunity to trick-or-treat with more than 60 participating businesses along Broadway, Calumet and Indian Boundary Road.

Twilight Parade and Duneland Christmas CelebrationTwilight Parade and Duneland Christmas Celebration - 11/23/2012 - 11/24/2012

The Duneland Christmas Celebration begins the Friday after Thanksgiving (November 23rd) and continues through Saturday, November 24th. Festivities start Friday evening at 5:30pm, with the Twilight Christmas Parade.

Home & Gardens

National Public Gardens DayNational Public Gardens Day - 05/11/2012

Celebrate Public Gardens at Taltree with special activities and tours.

WRF Nursery Fall FestivalWRF Nursery Fall Festival - 10/06/2012 - 10/07/2012

Hayrides to the U-Pick Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze. Pumpkin carving contest. Enjoy eating chili cooked in a cauldron over an open fire.

Performing Arts

A Midsummer Night's DreamA Midsummer Night's Dream - 07/14/2012

BE ENCHANTED! Summer is the perfect time for Shakespeare's much-beloved comedy where mischief, mayhem, fairies, lovers, and buffoons collide.

Brother of AllBrother of All - 05/25/2012 - 06/09/2012

Chicago Street Theatre is thrilled to share resident playwright Jim Henry's (The Angels of Lemons, Backwards in High Heels) latest work with audiences for the first time.

Elvis FANtasy FestElvis FANtasy Fest - 10/12/2012 - 10/14/2012

Elvis weekend with tribute artist contest. Live band and concert with winnings ETA’s. Dance, Elvis memorabilia and special guest who knew or worked with Elvis.

Harbor LightsHarbor Lights - 05/19/2012

Five seasoned entertainers with unique performance histories came together ten years ago to bring you Harbor Lights.

I Love You, You're Perfect, Now ChangeI Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change - 04/13/2012 - 04/22/2012

This celebration of the mating game takes on the truths and myths behind that contemporary conundrum known as “the relationship.”

Lunchtime Cabaret: An Afternoon with Patsy ClineLunchtime Cabaret: An Afternoon with Patsy Cline - 10/17/2012

Patsy Cline, the infamous Nashville sound that turned into pop music sensation, is back by popular demand.

Lunchtime Cabaret: Stephen SondheimLunchtime Cabaret: Stephen Sondheim - 06/06/2012

Stephen Sondheim, a Broadway musical composer and lyricist is always pushing the envelope, redeveloping the ordinary, and stretching the mind of audiences.

Lunchtime Cabaret: The Music of Henry ManciniLunchtime Cabaret: The Music of Henry Mancini - 08/22/2012

Henry Mancini is one of the world's most awarded and respected composers.

Lunchtime Cabaret: The Music of Rodgers & HartLunchtime Cabaret: The Music of Rodgers & Hart - 04/25/2012

Classic show tunes by one of the greatest writing teams in American Musical theatre history…….

Lunchtime Cabaret: The Women of the Silver ScreenLunchtime Cabaret: The Women of the Silver Screen - 07/25/2012

Come celebrate the golden age of movie musical magic. Listen and relive those classic moments of the big screen.

Lunchtime: Cabaret: The Grand Ladies of CountryLunchtime: Cabaret: The Grand Ladies of Country - 03/28/2012

Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Tammy Wynette; the women who defined the role of female country singers of the 70’s.

Music in the ParkMusic in the Park - 06/19/2012 - 08/27/2012

Music in the Park Concert Series. Come out to a free concert at Woodland Park starting June 17th and continuing every Tuesday till the end of August.

OKLAHOMA!OKLAHOMA! - 06/01/2012 - 06/10/2012

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s OKLAHOMA! Music by Richard Rodgers, book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein. Audience Requested!

Red LicoriceRed Licorice - 02/24/2012 - 03/03/2012

The performance highlights a series of well-written monologues realized by students in which the player interacts with one or more imagined characters.

Salute to the Stars, A Las Vegas Style RevueSalute to the Stars, A Las Vegas Style Revue - 03/17/2012

Salute to the Stars features Jim Bulanda & Harley Hehr performing their musical and comedy salute to the stars Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Jimmy Durante, Tony Bennett, Frankie Valli, Jerry Lewis and many more.

SHOUT! The Mod MusicalSHOUT! The Mod Musical - 09/28/2012 - 10/07/2012

From cover-to-cover SHOUT! Travels in time from 1960 to 1970 chronicling the dawning liberation of women.

Songs of Bing CrosbySongs of Bing Crosby - 11/14/2012

Bing Crosby was one of the best selling recording selling artists of the 20th century. Come and enjoy his many songs!

Southlake Children's Choir ConcertSouthlake Children's Choir Concert - 04/27/2012

Southlake Children's Choir promises to provide a premier choral experience for children and audiences throughout Northwest Indiana.

Summer Bandstand Concert and Family Film SeriesSummer Bandstand Concert and Family Film Series - 06/08/2012 - 08/10/2012

An old-fashion concert series featuring a variety of traditional music, followed by a movie suitable for family viewing.

The Big Pumpkin Spooktacular!The Big Pumpkin Spooktacular! - 10/26/2012

Memorial Opera House brings you the Pumpkin Players, a new acting troupe bringing you laughter, spook tales, and endless Halloween fun!

The Cherry OrchardThe Cherry Orchard - 04/13/2012 - 04/28/2012

Chekhov's classic drama of a family facing the devastating reality of changing social, political, and economic times.

The Music of Frank LoesserThe Music of Frank Loesser - 09/19/2012

You may or may not have heard of this man, but you have most definitely heard of his music! Loesser will leave you wanting more!

Thoroughly Modern MillieThoroughly Modern Millie - 08/03/2012 - 08/12/2012

Thoroughly Modern Millie is a high-spirited musical romp that has all of New York dancing the Charleston.

Valparaiso University Jazz FestValparaiso University Jazz Fest - 04/09/2012 - 04/14/2012

Valparaiso University Jazz Festival is the Midwest's largest non-competitive jazz event.

Religious

Sporting Events Participant

Blazers Softball Bowling Fundraiser TournamentBlazers Softball Bowling Fundraiser Tournament - 03/04/2012

The Blazers Softball team of Chesterton will be hosting a no tap bowling tournament at Westchester Lanes to benefit their traveling softball team for the 2012 season.

Kayaking at Portage Lakefront and RiverwalkKayaking at Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk - 05/05/2012

Join a ranger for a paddle in the Little Calumet River and see what the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore has to offer by water.

Lorie's Lakeside CenturyLorie's Lakeside Century - 09/15/2012

15, 28, 38, 62 or 100 mile bike ride on beautiful Lake Michigan, that benefits the programs and services of the VNA of Porter County.

Popcorn Panic Run/WalkPopcorn Panic Run/Walk - 09/08/2012

The Popcorn Panic is a 5 mile run or 5 mile walk that is running for the 34th year. Held in conjunction with the Popcorn Festival.

Swap Meets

R-Rides Swap MeetR-Rides Swap Meet - 03/03/2012

Annual popular auto swap meet. This meet sells out! Don't miss it.

Valpo FestValpo Fest - 05/27/2012

Huge Motorcycle Show, Swap Meet, Live Music, Door Prizes, Trophies, Dash Plaques, Giant Food-Fest, and Beer Garden!

 

Photographs Copyright: Craig Berg, Darcy Giesseman, Jeff Greenberg

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