Ice Skating Rinks Hours Determined by Weather

MICHIGAN CITY | The ice rink in Washington Park has been installed and filled with water. The temperature and weather will dictate skating conditions. The rink is located just east of the JC Stage shelter, on the right side of the main parking lot.

The ice is finally nice at Valparaiso's Tower Park

VALPARAISO | The city's skating rink at Tower Park opened for the first time in two years on Wednesday, but it probably won't be around for long.

Have fun this winter indoors or outdoors in Hub City

Welcome to 2013! Crown Point children return to classes Monday as winter break ends. Now that the holidays are over, here are some suggestions for enjoying winter, some depending on the cooperation of Mother Nature.

Skaters take to the ice at Deep River Waterpark

New Year's Eve event slated at Merrillville ice skating plaza

MERRILLVILLE | Deep River Waterpark will host a family friendly New Year's Eve celebration from 5 to 10 p.m. Monday at the park's ice skating plaza, 9001 E. U.S. 30.

Sweat before sweets: fitness for the holidays

For the Kent family of Amherst, N.H., getting dressed for the holidays often means lacing up hiking boots or buckling a helmet. For the last 11 years, they have made a tradition of spending many Thanksgivings, Christmases and Easters at a national park doing something active.

Local teens to skate in national competition

ST. JOHN | A trio of local figure skaters have advanced to the U.S. Figure Skating Solo Dance Competition national championships in Colorado Springs.

Munster bans sports structures on residential property

MUNSTER | BMX tracks, skateboarding courses and ice skating rinks are no longer permitted on residential property.

'Stars' skaters shine beyond Olympic gold

Ekaterina Gordeeva laughs when fans approach her and her bouncy blonde 10-year-old daughter to comment on how Daria has grown.

The Last Thursday Bistro Wine Pairing Dinners

Bistro on the Boulevard's perfect pairing dinners have been a big hit and more are in store for the months ahead.

Maple Syrup Time Near Lake Michigan

Maple Sugar Time, March 3 and 4 and March 10 and 11 at Chellberg Farm, Highway 20 and Mineral Springs Rd. in Porter.

The Last Thursday Bistro Wine Pairing Dinners

Bistro on the Boulevard's perfect pairing dinners have been a big hit and more are in store for the months ahead.

The Harbert Goes Hollywood Oscar Party

The Harbert Business Association wants you to come as you are or come as a star to celebrate the 84th Annual Academy Awards.

The Last Thursday Bistro Wine Pairing Dinners

Bistro on the Boulevard's perfect pairing dinners have been a big hit and more are in store for the months ahead.

Carnivale di Venezia Wine Dinner at Ciao Bella

Time for an Italian Fat Tuesday, last night of Mardi Gras for 2 1/2 hours at a favorite Shore bistro beginning at 7 p.m.

St. Joe Ice Carving Festival begins today at 2 p.m. EST

There is nothing quite like Friday night at the Schu's tent and Waikiki Weekend at the Silver Beach Center.

Valentine's weekend at Chef Joho's Everest starts tonight!

Celebrate Valentine's Day on Friday, February 10, Saturday, February 11, Monday, February 13 and Tuesday, February 14, with Chef Joho.

Bev's Second Season Party Tomorrow Night at Heston

Bev's Second Season Ball - A Chocolate Fantasy (this gala is famous for its signature chocolate martini) begins at 6:30 (EST) at the Heston Hills Banquet Center in LaPorte.