Vendors sought for Highland events this month

HIGHLAND | Highland Parks and Recreation Department is seeking vendors for two upcoming events.

Griffith plans to open a weekly outdoor market

GRIFFITH | A comprehensive, colorful farmers’ market is scheduled to open May 3 in Griffith.

Food market seeks more vendors

GRIFFITH | The upcoming Griffith Central Market is hoping for a big debut when it opens next month.

Downtown Summer Events Currently Accepting Food Vendor Proposals

VALPARAISO | Valparaiso Community Festivals & Events is currently accepting proposals for local vendors to serve food at four of their upcoming festivals. Events include the Valparaiso Wine Festival on Saturday, June 15, 2013, Summerjam Music & Food Festival on Saturday, July 27, 201…

Jumpstart spring with home and garden ideas

CROWN POINT | The Springtime Home & Garden Show will be held this weekend at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 889 S. Court St.

Enjoy art classes and musical theater in Crown Point

South Shore Arts has new classes beginning Monday at the South Shore Arts Crown Point Branch, 123 N. Main St., along with a variety of one-time workshops. Children and adults of all ages can enjoy learning a new skill or craft. To see class descriptions, workshops and more information, visit…

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.

Support Haven House at vendor overstock sale

HAMMOND | Help support Haven House by attending the second annual Overstock Sale from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Jean Shepherd Community Center, 3031 Mahoney Drive.

Get fit, shop and have fun with Highland parks department

HIGHLAND | Keep busy this month with the Highland Parks and Recreation Department. Cal (219) 838-0114 for more information. Here are some upcoming activities:

Chamber seeking vendors for antiques and collectibles show

CROWN POINT | Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce is seeking vendors for its Spring Antiques and Collectibles Show, which will be held Feb. 23 and 24 in the Industrial Arts Building at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 889 S. Court St. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m…

Volunteer for Daffodil Days and make a difference

For more than 35 years, the American Cancer Society Daffodil Days program has been making a difference in the fight against cancer and providing hope for those facing the disease.

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…

Vendors sought for annual Winter Market

CROWN POINT | The Mayor’s Office of Special Events is looking for craft vendors for the Crown Point Winter Market scheduled for Nov. 24 at St. Matthias Church, 101 W. Burrell Drive. Hours will be 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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.

Downtown Hammond kicks off holiday season Saturday

HAMMOND | The fifth annual Downtown Hammond Council Holiday Kick-off Celebration, "A Tribute to 'A Christmas Story,'" will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday with indoor and outdoor activities on Hohman Avenue, Sibley and Fayette streets in downtown Hammond.

Latino Resource Fair returns to Hammond

HAMMOND | Hammond Hispanic Community Committee is hosting its ninth Annual Latino Resource Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday - full of resources, entertainment, and food for people through Northwest Indiana.

Halsted House hosts Apple Days Fest

LOWELL | Three Creeks Historical Association is holding its Apple Days Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the historic Halsted House Museum and grounds, Main and Halsted streets. An annual fundraiser, the celebration of the year’s harvest has something for everyone to enjoy.

Lowell seeking vendors for garage sale and craft show

LOWELL | Lowell Labor Day Festival Committee will host a Community Garage Sale from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 30 to kick off the holiday weekend festivities.

Pierogi Fest Announces A Record Number of Food Vendors

WHITING | If you are hungry, then the perfect place to visit is the upcoming Pierogi Fest in Whiting, Indiana which will feature a record 72 (that is seventy-two, not nine or five) food vendors this year, including 19 Pierogi vendors. The total number has eclipsed the Taste of Chicago (which…

Vendor night to benefit homeless veterans

CROWN POINT | Express Women’s Network will be sponsoring a Makeover Madness event from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday at American Legion Post 20, 1401 N. Main St., to help raise money for Veterans Life Changing Services.