Cancer survivor spearheads Relay for Life in Whiting

WHITING | Cancer Never Sleeps, and neither will those who participate in the overnight American Cancer Society Relay for Life on June 1 and 2 at Whiting Park.

Heart of Gold gala rasies nearly $600,000 for the American Heart Association

MERRILLVILLE | The American Heart Association raised nearly $600,000 for cardiovascular research, education and advocacy at Saturday's Heart of Gold Gala, the group announced Tuesday.

Women helping women at Hammond shelter

Kiwanis serve up hot dogs and chili for dinner

Merrillville Breakfast Kiwanis Club will host its annual Chili & Hot Dog dinner from 4 to 7 p. m. April 17 at Our Lady of Consolation Church Hall, 8303 Taft St., Merrillville.

Dance with Hobart High alumni at scholarship fundraiser

Come to “Dancing Thru The Decades” on March 23 at Rosser Hall 1421 W. 37th Ave., Hobart. Sponsored by the Hobart High School Alumni Association, tickets are $20 per single and $35 per couple and are available at Hobart High School, School City of Hobart Administration Office, or at the door.

Hobart Family YMCA working to keep children healthy

Hobart Family YMCA, 601 W 40th Place, Hobart, will  host its annual Healthy Kids Day from 10 a.m. to noon March 9, with free admission for all Hobart children.

Mardi Gras success benefits Schererville PTOs

Cindy Jansky, of Caliber Funding, and Pam Bilyak, of Tupperware, would like to thank everyone who helped, attended and donated to the Schererville Chamber of Commerce’s 21st Mardi Gras Fashion Show this month. It was a great success and proceeds will be presented to the PTOs of Grimmer Middl…

Keep busy in Hub City while waiting for spring to arrive

If you are 50 or better, attend the AARP meeting Feb. 25 to learn about chocolate.

Leap into the Arts, no matter what your taste in music

When I was in college, I had an ongoing argument with a friend about music. We weren’t debating Springsteen vs. Led Zeppelin, but rather the meaning of music, but by the way, I was for the Springsteen while he was for Zeppelin.

Shooting hoops with the Elks

HIGHLAND | Highland Elks Lodge 981 had a busy January filled with basketball, bowling and chili.

Meet the Hobart Lions tonight at open house

Hobart Lions Club welcomes all to an open house from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Hobart Chamber of Commerce building, 1001 Lillian St. Representatives from Leader Dog for the Blind, Cancer Control, and other Lions International projects will be present, and light refreshments will be served.

Mark your calendar for upcoming fundraisers

This time of year things have slowed down from the hustle and bustle of the holidays. The weather is pretty gloomy. People tend to stay in and hibernate. However, several events are coming up that offer some fun on these dreary days and also help several good causes.

Benefits help fund for Lakeshore PAWS

VALPARAISO | This month, Figure Eight Brewing and Blackbird Café, both in downtown Valparaiso, will host fundraisers benefiting Lakeshore PAWS.

Two worthy fundraisers next month in south suburbs

The Lansing Junior Woman’s Club, of which I am a member, will be hosting their second annual Ladies’ Afternoon Delight fundraiser from noon to 4 p.m. Feb. 2 at the Lansing Knights of Columbus, 17800 Lorenz Ave. The event is a chance for ladies to shop, snack and be pampered.

Paint the Town Pink raises $7,700 for Cancer Resource Centre

WHITING | Paint the Town Pink is the annual, month-long initiative that has the entire city of Whiting involved in raising funds for breast cancer causes.

Photographer is devoted to finding homes for shelter dogs

Nina Guajardo, with the help of her camera, is dedicated to assisting shelter dogs find new homes.

Tree lighting, carols and carriage rides set for Hobart

The City of Hobart will hold its Christmas tree lighting ceremony at 6 p.m. Friday at Festival Park, 111 East Old Ridge Road. Enjoy a festive evening with holiday carols led by the Trinity Lutheran Youth Choir and the Rhythm & Time Youth Show Choir. Carriage rides in the park and a warmi…

Hobart chamber offers maps, hosts Toys for Tots luncheon

Hobart is now producing new Hobart City Maps, available at the Hobart Chamber of Commerce office,  1001 Lillian St., Hobart City Hall and local hotels. Businesses have an opportunity to advertise in the new map every thee years by calling Lisa at (219) 942-5774.

Vet Fest and Veterans Day ceremony planned for Hobart

Don’t cook Nov. 8, instead bring your family to the Vet Fest Italian buffet and salad bar at Hobart American Legion Post 54, 208 S. Linda St.

Chambers hosts Antiques and Collectibles Show this weekend

Join Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce on Saturday and Sunday for our Fall Antiques and Collectibles Show in the Industrial Arts Building at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 889 S. Court Street, Crown Point.