Each week we will be bringing you 10 fun things to do in Northwest Indiana over the weekend, so you are never without something to do! This weekend a basketball game, a 5k run, Christmas pageant concert, Nutcracker performance, holiday bazaar, dog rescue benefit, men's night out, holiday concert, jewelry class, and a Christmas Carol presentation are all on tap for a fun weekend in Northwest Indiana!
{valpo}La Porte Boys Basketball Game to Be Live-Streamed on ValpoLife.com and LaPorteCountyLife.com! {/valpo}{portage}La Porte Boys Basketball Game to Be Live-Streamed on ValpoLife.com and LaPorteCountyLife.com! {/portage}{laporte}La Porte Boys Basketball Game to Be Live-Streamed on ValpoLife.com and LaPorteCountyLife.com! {/laporte}
On Friday, December 14, 2012, the Valparaiso High School boys’ basketball team will play host to their Duneland Athletic Conference rival La Porte Slicers, and you can watch the game live on ValpoLife.com and LaPorteCountyLife.com courtesy of the Porter County Career and Technical Center!
{valpo}Extra Mile Fitness Company Presents: No Frills Frolic 5k {/valpo}{portage}Extra Mile Fitness Company Presents: No Frills Frolic 5k {/portage}{laporte}Extra Mile Fitness Company Presents: No Frills Frolic 5k {/laporte}
Come join us at Extra Mile Fitness Company of Valparaiso as we present the No Frills 5k on December 15, 2012 at 9am. The race begins at 1330 E. Lincolnway, Valparaiso and the course runs through VU campus.
Family Force 5 Christmas Pageant Comes to NWI
Positive party lyricists and crunk music masters, Family Force 5, bring their Christmas Pageant tour to Valparaiso, Indiana, on December 16. Calvary Church will play host to a profusion of high-energy sounds from Christian alternative performers joining the headliners for a 6pm concert.
Civic Dance Center Presents the Nutcracker
Come and enjoy an afternoon of dancing and Christmas music. Our students have put in hours of hard work to make this a successful performance for you to enjoy.
Second Annual Holiday Bazaar Bigger and Better
The Uptown Arts District will host their 2nd Annual Holiday Bazaar this December 15th, from 2-5 pm in the gym at St. Paul Lutheran Church. The most popular vendors from last year's bazaar will return, as well as a few new artists and high crafters.
{valpo}Waggin' Tail Gate Party to Benefit Local Dogs {/valpo}{portage}Waggin' Tail Gate Party to Benefit Local Dogs {/portage}{laporte}Waggin' Tail Gate Party to Benefit Local Dogs {/laporte}
A waggin' tailgate party will take place this weekend to raise money for the care and rescue of animals that end up on "death row." The tailgate features all you can eat pasta, salad and breadsticks, with raffles, 50/50, and live music.
Harley-Davidson, Honda, and Triumph Dealerships of Michigan City Holiday Events
On Friday December 14 there is Men’s Night Out. There will be food and beer, and more discounted items will be available as well. And Saturday and Sunday (December 15 and 16) bring your kids –and dog if you wish- to get their picture with Santa!
Denver and the Mile High Orchestra Coming to Valparaiso
Join us for a special Christmas concert on Friday, December 14. Denver & The Mile High Orchestra will be performing their incredibly unique collection of Christmas favorites. Traditional favorites mix with songs of faith and an original tune or two for a delightful show celebrating the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Jewelry Making Class at the Portage Library
Mara Wible will lead jewelry making classes on Fridays from 12-2pm. The class on December 14 is on Basic Wire Loop Bracelet. Master wrapped loops as well as how to incorporate beads, chain and other findings.
La Porte County Historical Society Museum Holiday Happenings
The La Porte County Historical Society Museum presents a Christmas Craft project for kids on Saturday, December 15th. The craft will be followed by a one-man presentation of "A Christmas Carol" by Grant Fitch.
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