Saturday, January 11th, 2025
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Valparaiso's Board of Works approves transferring city property to Paradise Community Homes to develop five lots for affordably priced houses, enhancing attainable housing options. Lakeshore Public Media
- ➤ The City of Valparaiso now manages the Memorial Opera House, aiming to enrich the community through enhanced arts programs following a $5 million renovation. Valpo Life
- ➤ Valparaiso city organizes a drive-through food drive on Martin Luther King Day to benefit the Hilltop food pantry, encouraging community contributions of non-perishable items. Valpo Life
- ➤ An exhibit showcasing the historic Valparaiso and Northern Interurban Railroad is currently on display at the Porter County Museum, highlighting its significance in the early 20th century. NWI Times
- ➤ The Smith family's donation in memory of Byron Smith III, a passionate umpire, will fund renovations at Fairgrounds Park, with a renaming ceremony for the sports complex scheduled for May 8, 2025. Indiana 105
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Comfort Dog Visits at the Library
PCPLS collaborates with LLC K-9 Comfort Dog to offer monthly visits with Caleb the Comfort Dog at the library, providing a comforting experience for community members.
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Harlem Globetrotters Live at Valparaiso University
The Harlem Globetrotters will showcase their unique basketball skills and entertaining performances at Valparaiso University's ARC, featuring exclusive VIP experiences and merchandise.
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Books, Blocks, and Balls Playgroup
An open playgroup at the library where parents and caregivers can connect and engage while receiving expert advice on early child development milestones.
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Grown-Up Book Fair at Dagger Mountain Coffee Roasters
The Grown-Up Book Fair features a variety of books and bookish merchandise available for purchase at Dagger Mountain Coffee Roasters, accompanied by coffee.
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~ George Bernard Shaw
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