10 Fun Things To Do This Weekend in Northwest Indiana: Mother’s Day Celebrations, Chuck Prophet Concert, and Flower Sale


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 show honoring mothers, mother's day dinners, 5K runs, a concert, flower sale, a book signing, walking tours, and more are all on tap for a fun weekend in Northwest Indiana!

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Northwest Indiana was selected to host a special local performance as part of the Listen To Your Mother (LTYM) series in honor of Mother's Day this year. The performance at Memorial Opera House on May 10th at 7pm will feature live readings by some of Northwest Indiana's most talented writers and bloggers.

Treat Mom to a Memorable Meal in a Delightful Atmosphere
Enjoy Steak and Salmon or something from our delicious everyday menu in honor of mom! Moms get 50% off their meal on Sunday, May 12th. Don Quijote will be open from noon until 6:00 pm on Mother's Day. Make your reservation today!

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Help support the Valparaiso Police K9 Unit and get a chance to meet with Lakeshore PAWS adoptable dogs during the Valparaiso Police K9 Unit 5K Run, 1 Mile Walk on May 11. The race begins at 9 a.m., followed by the non-competitive walk at 9:15 a.m. The course begins and ends at Central Park Plaza. Entertainment, food, and demonstrations will follow the race.

Chuck Prophet Performing at the Memorial Opera House
Imagine Music Productions, LLC brings Chuck Prophet and The Mission Express to the Memorial Opera House on Saturday, May 11. Chuck Prophet's catalogue is overflowing with insightful character studies, jangle-pop perfection and energetic barroom rockers.

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Get ready for to run for a good cause! The Second Annual Irish Pub 5k is coming up on May 11. All proceeds go to the Hoosier Burn Camp. Be on the lookout for local firefighters walking the race in full gear. They will be doing this to show their support for the kids, programs, and the progress of the camp.

Valparaiso Firefighters Local 1124 Annual Spring Plant & Flower Sale
Once again we will be having our Annual Spring Plant & Flower Sale. There will be annuals, perennials, herbs and vegetable plants, as well as hanging baskets and planters. Don't visit mom this Mother's Day empty-handed...bring her flowers!

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Lubeznik Center for the Arts (LCA) will host a brown bag book signing and presentation from Rock and Roll Hall of Fame radio personality, John Records Landecker, on Friday, May 10 at noon. Landecker will be selling and signing copies of his new book, “Records Truly Is My Middle Name.” The book discusses Landecker’s life and 40 plus year major market radio career in which he encountered celebrities such as George Harrison, Mel Brooks, Tom Hanks, Bill Murray, Elton John, The Rolling Stones, and George Carlin.

Treat Your Mother to a Special Champagne Brunch
Honor your mother on Sunday, May 12th, with a Champagne Brunch at the Silver Spoon! A special menu will be offered from 8 am until 2 pm. Make your reservations today!

2nd Saturdays! Launch in May with Wine and Brew Walk
This special event celebrates the downtown businesses and offer a quality evening out for visitors to come out and enjoy downtown La Porte. For the event series launch, May 11th features a Wine and Brew Walk for visitors to enjoy. All of the regular businesses that participate in the monthly event will be open from 5pm to 7pm, and a select few will be featuring free tastes from local breweries and vintners of some of the finest craft brews and wines in the region.

Hounds About Town Walking Tour
Chicago Street Theatre is proud to support the Kids Power Porter County's Hounds About Town. CST is leading Guided Tours to some of the participating downtown businesses on both Saturday May 11 and 18 at 10am, 11am, and 1pm. For a donation of $10 for adults and $5 for children, you will receive a CST insulated tote bag (one per couple/family) and special behind-the-scenes tours, coupons, and tastings at participating businesses.

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