10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, October 26 – October 29

10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, October 26 – October 29 Halloween is here, and Northwest Indiana has transformed from a jewel of the Midwest into a land of night, terror, and candy! Whether you're heading to the local Trunk or Treat, getting your costume prepped for a contest, or just looking to have a...

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La Porte County Family YMCA basketball program moves To Kesling Intermediate School

La Porte County Family YMCA basketball program moves To Kesling Intermediate School The La Porte County Family YMCA’s Youth Basketball Program has grown so large, it has become increasingly difficult to run the league in the Y’s two gymnasiums. Peggy Zarantonello, Sports Coordinator for the La Porte Branch YMCA, approached the...

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La Porte County YMCA Childcare to Transition to Wendy’s Learning Tree

La Porte County YMCA Childcare to Transition to Wendy’s Learning Tree The La Porte County Family YMCA is pleased to announce that it will transition its childcare services to the Learning Tree Academy on October 2nd. The Learning Tree Academy is a leading provider of early childhood education with a mission to use...

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La Porte County Family YMCA launches feasibility study campaign to explore the impact a new YMCA could bring to the Michigan City community

La Porte County Family YMCA launches feasibility study campaign to explore the impact a new YMCA could bring to the Michigan City community As the La Porte County Family YMCA continues to grow, so does their need for usable space and more efficient facility features. The newly resurrected Elston Advisory Board began exploring what options are available to accommodate the growing YMCA...

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La Porte County Family YMCA announces change in leadership

La Porte County Family YMCA announces change in leadership In a joint statement from the La Porte County Family YMCA Board of Directors and CEO, Laurie A. Halaska, an announcement was made that shared Halaska is stepping down from her position, effective September 9th. Halaska reflects on her time at the La...

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Annual Tour de La Porte brings fun and fitness together for a healthier community

Annual Tour de La Porte brings fun and fitness together for a healthier community The Tour de La Porte has been a fixture in the county for over two decades. People from across Northwest Indiana flock to the annual event for a chance to run, walk, or bike across the City of La Porte, and this year proved to be no different....

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