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Calendar of Events
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~Ongoing Events~
Guse Christmas Trees- Come and cut or dig a Douglas or Fraser Fir, Scotch, White Pine or blue Spruce. Enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides, and Santa visits every weekend. Nov. 1- Dec. 23. Guse Christmas Trees, 14685 S 600 W, Wanatah. 219/ 928-5966. www.gusechristmastrees.com.
"Schools Out" Day Camp-The YMCA offers full-day mini-camps for those days when school is out. 6 am 6 pm. Oct.. 7, 16, 17. Nov., 28. Dec., 22-24, 26, 29-31. $20/ member. $30/ non-member. Pre-registration required. LaPorte YMCA, 901 Michigan Ave, LaPorte. 219/325-9622. www.lpymca.org.
Choose Your Own Christmas Tree- Walk the well-kept fields and choose a tree. We provide saws and carts to bring the tree back. Nov. 22- Dec. 24. 8 am 5 pm. Egolf Christmas Trees, 14594 S 700 W, Wanatah. 219/733-2143. www.egolfchristmastrees.com.
Mystical Magic of the Endangered- Have you ever had the opportunity to pet a tiger or a lion? Well you can, at this fun and educational expo! See live tigers, lions and more right in the mall. December 3 7. During Normal Mall Hours. Marquette Mall, Located at the intersection of US 20 & 421. 219/879-8375. www.marquettemall.com.
"Christmas Belles"- A church Christmas program spins out of control in the Southern farce about squabbling sisters, family secrets and a surly Santa. Nov. 28 Dec. 7. Fri & Sat 8 pm - Sun Matinee 2 pm. $10. Footlight Players, 1705 Franklin Street, Michigan City. 219/874-4035. www.footlightplayers.org.
Santa and Holiday Entertainment- Santa arrives on November 28 and each weekend before Christmas. Victorian carolers and school chorale groups stroll throughout the park-like courtyards every weekend. Nov. 28 Dec. 24. Mon.-Sat. 9 am-9 pm; Sun. 10 am-6 pm. Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets, 601 Wabash Street, Michigan City. 219/879-6506. www.premiumoutlets.com/lighthouseplace.
Santa's Candy Cane Express- Enjoy and old-time family Christmas in the country. Don't forget your lists for Santa; visit him in his real caboose. Dec. 6 14. Grounds open 11:30 am-Trains run Noon- 5 pm. Hesston Steam Museum, CR 1000 N (east of SR 39), LaPorte, IN. 219/778-2783. www.hesston.org.
Washington Park Festival of Lights- Over five million individual bulbs light up a variety of holiday and traditional displays that are truly sight to behold. Dec. 1 Jan. 4. Dusk to Dawn. Free. Washington Park, 6 on the Lake, Michigan City. 219/873-1506. www.michigancityparks.com.
LaPorte Little Theater Presents "A Christmas Carol"- Enjoy this classic Dickens tale that is a super fun, scary, Christmas show. Dec. 5 14. Fri. and Sat. 7:30 pm; Sunday matinee 2 pm. Season tickets $35; individual tickets $10. LaPorte Little Theater, corner of A & 3rd Street, LaPorte. 219/362-5113. www.laportelittletheaterclub.org.
Baby TALK- Children birth to 36 months of age are invited to read and play times. At several LaPorte County Branch Libraries. Visit www.lapcat.org for locations and times.
La Porte County Historical Society Museum- Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 am 4:30 pm. Admission: Adult residents $3; Out-of-county Adults $5; Children/Students 12-17 $3; Children under 12 free. 2405 Indiana Avenue. 219/324-6767. www.laportecountyhistory.org.
Ice Skating at Deep River Waterpark- The 14,500 square foot Deep River Ice Plaza, food stands, and heated bathrooms. The plaza area will be decorated with seasonal lighting. Opens November 28. Hours: Thurs., 2 - 9 pm, Fri., 2- 10 pm, Sat- Sun. noon - 9 pm. 219/ 769-PARK. www.lakecountyparks.com.
~November 2008~
Sat., November 1
Tea Party- Bring your favorite cup and come drink tea or lemonade at the fireplace overlooking the Little Calumet River in Red Mill County Park. 10 11:30 am. Ages 4 and up. $3 per person. Pre-registration and payment required. Red Mill County Park, 0185 S. Holmesville Rd., LaPorte. 219/325-8315. www.laportecountyparks.org.
Thurs., November 6
Night Hike- Take a dark night hike through the woods and see what turns up when the lights are turned out. 7-8 pm. Free and open to all ages. No pre-registration required. Red Mill County Park, 0185 S. Holmesville Road, LaPorte. 219/325-8315. www.laportecountyparks.org.
Let's Talk Turkey- Bring in the holiday season with a Thanksgiving story time and craft. 1 pm. For Preschool age. Fish Lake Branch Library, 7981 E State Road 4, Walkerton, IN. 219/369-1337.
Fri., November 7
Share Our Dreams Gala and Auction- Dinner and dancing to the sounds of Tom Milo Big Band. Silent and live auctions. 6:30 11 pm. $100 per person. All proceeds go to the Share Foundation. Visual Center for the Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster. 219/778-2585. www.sharefoundation.org.
Model Train Show- The Hi Rail Modular Train Club and The Lionel Modular Train Club will showcase extensive displays of model railroads in the Mall areas outside Carson Pirie Scott and Sears. Nov. 7-9. During Normal Mall Hours. Marquette Mall, Located at the intersection of US 20 & 421. 219/879-8375. www.marquettemall.com.
First Fridays@Five-Bluegrass- Music, drinks, food and more. 5-8 pm. $6member/$8 non-members. Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 101 W 2nd Street, Michigan City. 219/874-4900. www.lubeznikcenter.org.
Sat., November 8
Community Concert Association Presents: Barynya- Russian Folk Music and Dance. 7 pm. Season Membership $40; Single event ticket $15. LaPorte Civic Auditorium, 1001 Ridge Street, LaPorte. 219/362-8262.
Pump Boys and Dinettes at the Farm - A benefit for the Lubeznik Center for the Arts. 6:00 pm. Come on Down to Tryon Farm Barn for a foot-stomping play and a little southern buffet. 6 pm. Tickets $60 advance (before Nov. 6) and $65 at the door. Tryon Farm Barn at 85 Tryon Rd. in Michigan City. 219/874-4900.
Model Train Show- See Fri., November 7 for details.
Sun., November 9
Model Train Show- See Fri., November 7 for details.
Mon., November 10
Anne's World- Come spend an evening remembering Anne of Green Gables on the 100th Anniversary of L.M. Montgomery's book. Enjoy hearing from Marilla and Rachel Lynde their favorite stories about Anne. 6 pm. 3rd grade to adult. LaPorte County Public Library, 904 Indiana Ave. 219/362-6156.
Tues., November 11
Veterans Day Ceremony- The public is welcome to attend the Veterans Day Ceremony being held at the LaPorte Civic Auditorium. 9:30 am. Free. LaPorte Civic Auditorium, 1001 Ridge Street, LaPorte. 219/962-7986.
Wed., November 12
Oil Painting Demonstration- Enjoy an oil painting demonstration with professional artist Janet Evans. Learn how to get started painting inexpensively. 6:30 pm. For Families. Fish Lake Branch Library, 7981 E State Road 4, Walkerton, IN. 219/369-1337.
Thurs., November 13
Fall Home School Program: Fill the Bill- Welcome, home school families! Birds are masters of innovation. Learn how birds are adapted to their specific ways of life through hands-on experiments and contests. 2-3:30 pm (EST). $3/ child. Registration is required by November 12. Bendix Woods County Park: Glenn Bauer Shelter, Located on Timothy Road, South of US 20, in New Carlisle. 574/654-3155.
Fri., November 14
Kids night out (For Boys & Girls, Ages 5-12)- Enjoy a night out while we entertain the kids. 7-11 pm. $15/ member. $25/ non-member. Pre-registration required. LaPorte YMCA, 901 Michigan Ave, LaPorte. 219/325-9622. www.lpymca.org.
Friday Film Fest- Outstanding romantic comedy about the daily lives of six Lebanese women. 7 pm. Rated PG, in French and Arabic, subtitled in English. Held at Schulze Hall, LaPorte High School. Call the LaPorte Library for details. 219/362-6156.
Sat., November 15
Pops Classique Concert, "From These United States"- This concert will introduce the audience to the struggles and challenges of those who came to be a part of this great country AMERICA. 5:30 pm Benefit Dinner, 7:30 pm Concert. $18 Adults; $15 Seniors; Benefit Dinner tickets additional. LaPorte Civic Auditorium, 1001 Ridge Street, LaPorte. La Porte County Symphony Orchestra. 219/362-9020. www.lcso.net.
Tues., November 18
Name That Book Contest-6th Grade Teams from area schools compete for trophies. Everyone is invited to observe. 3:45 pm. LaPorte County Public Library, 904 Indiana Ave. 219/362-6156.
Fri., November 21
Girls Night Out (For Girls, Ages 5-12) - Just for little princesses and it lasts all night. 7 pm - 7 am. $25/ member. $35/ non-member. Pre-registration required. LaPorte YMCA, 901 Michigan Ave, LaPorte. 219/325-9622. www.lpymca.org.
Sat., November 22
LaPorte Santa Parade- Santa will be escorted down Lincolnway beginning at Teegarden Street to Detroit Street. Santa will then enter his chalet located at the Wells Fargo Bank parking lot. 12 pm. Downtown LaPorte. 219/362-3178.
Thurs., November 27
Happy Thanksgiving!
KIDS Alive Turkey Trot 10 K Run- 10K Run timed course. Chip timing. Splits at every mile marker. On-line registration available. 7 8 am registration and 8:30 am race. Valparaiso High School Field House. 219/464-9035. www.kidsalive.org.
~December 2008~
Thurs., December 4
Night Hike- Take a dark night hike through the woods and see what turns up when the lights are turned out. 7-8 pm. Free and open to all ages. No pre-registration required. Luhr County Park, 3178 S. 150 West, LaPorte. 219/325-8315. www.laportecountyparks.org.
Fri., December 5
Holly Days & Live Nativity- Holly Days & Live Nativity is downtown Valparaiso's kick-off to the Christmas Holiday Season. Come and hear the girl scouts caroling, witness a Live Nativity scene, enjoy a cup of hot cocoa, take a carriage ride around the downtown square. 5 7pm. Downtown at the Valparaiso Courthouse Square.
Edible Outdoor Ornaments- Families, come celebrate the winter holidays by creating edible tree ornaments that wildlife can enjoy in your backyard. 6 pm (EST). $3/person. Registration is required by December 2. St. Patricks County Park: Brown Barn, Located on Laurel Road, north of Auten, in South Bend. 574/277-4828.
Sat., December 6
Kitchen Chemistry - Ages 10-14- Grab your apron and mix up some fun. 9 am 12 pm. $5 per person. Pre-registration 1 week in advance. Red Mill County Park, 0185 S. Holmesville Road, LaPorte. 219/325-8315. www.laportecountyparks.org.
Pioneer Land Christmas Open House- 3 - 8 pm. LaPorte County Fairgrounds, 2581 W State Road 2, LaPorte. 219/324-2086. www.pioneerland.org.
Country Christmas Prairie Style- 9 am - 4 pm at Rolling Prairie Elementary School. Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus arrive at noon via fire truck. Other entertainment: New Carlisle Town Band, New Prairie Choir and Band, food, crafts, games and bake sale. For more information contact Barbara 778-2471.
Prairie Pride At Christmas- Sale of handcrafted, contemporary folk art, crafts, and antiques displayed in theme vignettes. 10 am -5 pm. Free. Fawn Run Farm, 3883 E 700 N, Rolling Prairie. 219/778-2809.
Zooltide- Come celebrate the Festival of Lights at our zoo. Holiday carolers, luminaries, meet Santa and enjoy some hot cocoa. 5 7 pm. Washington Park Zoo, 115 Lake Shore Drive, Michigan City. 219/ 879-1510. www.washingtonparkzoo.com.
Chili cook off- Support the LaPorte County American Cancer Society and taste some great chili made by various City Departments. Washington Park, 6 on the Lake, Michigan City. 219/ 873-1506. www.michigancityparks.com.
Washington Park Official Holiday Lighting Ceremony- Enjoy hot chocolate, cookies, carolers, and the official lighting of the Holiday Lights. 4-6 pm. Lighting 5 pm. Washington Park, 6 on the Lake, Michigan City. 219/ 873-1506. www.michigancityparks.com.
Breakfast with Saint Nicholas-Get in the holiday spirit. Visit with our Victorian Saint Nicholas and Mrs. Nicholas Enjoy holiday stories and breakfast. 9 am. Fish Lake Branch Library, 7981 E State Road 4, Walkerton, IN. 219/369-1337.
Breakfast with Saint Nicholas-Get in the holiday spirit. Visit with our Victorian Saint Nicholas and Mrs. Nicholas Enjoy holiday stories and breakfast. 10:30 am. Rolling Prairie Branch, #1 East Michigan Avenue, Rolling Prairie. 219/778-2390.
Sun., December 7
Pioneer Land Christmas Open House- See Sat., December 6 for details.
Prairie Pride At Christmas- See Sat., December 6 for details.
Zooltide- See Sat., December 6 for details.
Fri., December 12
Constellations, Cookies & Cocoa- Come out to the park to see the stars of fall and winter. 6 pm (EST). $3/person. Registration is required by December 9. Ferrettie/Baugo Creek County Park: Baugo Station, Located on County Line Road , north of US 933, in Osceola. 574/674-9765.
Sat., December 13
Visit with St. Nicholas- Sit on Santa's lap in the Victorian Parlor, listen to a reading of "The Night Before Christmas", view the Giese Miniature Church display, and enjoy refreshments. 10 am-3 pm. $5 Adults; $3 LaPorte County resident adult, $3 ages 12-17; free ages under 12. LaPorte County Historical Society Museum, 2405 Indiana Ave., LaPorte. 219/324-6767.
LaPorte Hospital Foundation Holiday at the Pops Concert- Fundraiser for the benefit of VNA Hospice and other healthcare related philanthropic projects. 7-10 pm. $35 per table seat. Adult balcony $10; Child balcony $5. LaPorte Civic Auditorium, 1001 Ridge St., LaPorte. 219/326-2471. www. laportehealth.org.
Breakfast with Saint Nicholas-Get in the holiday spirit. Visit with our Victorian Saint Nicholas and Mrs. Nicholas Enjoy holiday stories and breakfast. 9 am. Kingsford Heights Branch, 436 Evanston, Kingsford Heights. 219/393-3280.
Breakfast with Saint Nicholas-Get in the holiday spirit. Visit with our Victorian Saint Nicholas and Mrs. Nicholas Enjoy holiday stories and breakfast. 10:30 am. Union Mills Branch, 3727 W 800 S, Union Mills. 219/767-2604.
Shipshewana on the Road- The famous flea market comes to Porter County with a large assortment of items as varied as the vendors that bring them. One can find farm implements and artwork next to jewelry, toys, and furniture. Porter County Expo Center, 215 E. Division Road, Valparaiso. 269/979-8888. www.shipshewanaontheroad.com.
The Nutcracker Ballet Presented by Southold Dance Theater- Whether its a family tradition or an once-in-a-lifetime visit, this magical, timeless holiday classic will warm your heart and stay with you forever. 2 pm and 7 pm (EST). Ticket prices $35.50 - $12.50. Morris Performing Arts Center, 211 North Michigan Street, South Bend. 574/235-9190 or 800/537-6415. www.morriscenter.org
Sun., December 14
Shipshewana on the Road- See Sat., December 13 for details.
Sat., December 20
Breakfast with Saint Nicholas-Get in the holiday spirit. Visit with our Victorian Saint Nicholas and Mrs. Nicholas Enjoy holiday stories and breakfast. 10 am. Hanna Branch Library, 202 N Thompson, Hanna. 219/ 797-4735.
Thurs., December 25
Merry Christmas from our families to yours!
~Up Coming~
Fri., January 16 and Sat., January 17
Daddy Daughter Dance-Enjoy an evening of dancing and fun. Details coming soon at www.laportecountyparks.org. Red Mill County Park, 0185 S. Holmesville Rd. 219/325-8315.
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