Good morning, Valparaiso.

A First Friday of Lent event is planned for Highland, where locals will enjoy traditional fishing lessons and community fellowship.

The event will highlight the value of learning skills over quick fixes and celebrate regional traditions.

City of Valparaiso will hold its second Community Conference on Thursday, Apr.

23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Valparaiso University’s Harre Union, featuring keynote speeches, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities; tickets cost $25, including lunch.

Financial aid professionals will host College Goal Sunday workshops in northwest Indiana tomorrow at Ivy Tech campuses in Crown Point and Valparaiso, Indiana University Northwest in Gary, and Purdue University Northwest campuses in Hammond and Westville from 2 to 4 p.m. to help students file the FAFSA before the April 15 deadline.

Five parishes in Northwest Indiana are offering Friday fish fry dinners for $16 or less during Lent (budget deals) to give local diners an affordable meal option.

Indiana lawmakers advanced a bill that clears the way for the Chicago Bears to build a new stadium in Hammond—local officials say the move brings the team closer to fans while the Bears plan site-specific due diligence for a world-class project.

Rural 1st Construction Workshop

5:30-8 p.m. — The Pennsy Depot Banquet Room — Free entry — Connect with home building experts to create your personalized roadmap to a dream home.

Chanticleer in Concert

The Grammy Award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer will be in concert at the Chapel of the Resurrection, Valparaiso University on Thursday, February 26 at 7:00 PM. Chanticleer has been hailed by the Boston Globe as “breathtaking in its accuracy of intonation, purity of blend, of color and swagger of style.” Information and tickets at https://www.valpo.edu/about/bach-institute/performances/

Chanticleer in Concert

The Grammy Award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer will be in concert at the Chapel of the Resurrection, Valparaiso University on Thursday, February 26 at 7:00 PM. Chanticleer has been hailed by the Boston Globe as “breathtaking in its accuracy of intonation, purity of blend, of color and swagger of style.” Information and tickets at https://www.valpo.edu/about/bach-institute/performances/

Something Rotten

8 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — $30-$60 — Experience a madcap musical journey where two playwrights attempt to outshine Shakespeare with a wild idea.

Pat Tomasulo Stand-Up Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Art Theater — Tickets start at $5 — Enjoy an evening with Chicago's top comedian and WGN Morning News host Pat Tomasulo.

Bubbles & Bites

11 AM - 4 PM — Valparaiso Events — $35 — Enjoy a food and drink crawl featuring sparkling mimosas and delectable bites in Downtown Valparaiso.

Paint Your Pet Painting Event

12-2 p.m. — Four Corners Winery — No experience needed — Unleash your creativity while painting a portrait of your furry friend.

Something Rotten Musical

2 PM — Memorial Opera House — $60 Loge, $30 Adults, $27 Seniors/Students/Military — Experience a hysterical journey of two playwrights competing to outshine Shakespeare with zany antics and catchy tunes.

Sewing Class: Machine Set Up and a Small Project

5-7 p.m. — Valpo Creates Center — $40.00 — Discover the fundamentals of sewing in this hands-on beginner course with provided supplies.

ASEE Illinois-Indiana Section Conference

7 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Valparaiso University — Free entry — Connect with engineering educators to share ideas and best practices.

The Wizard of Oz - Ruby Cast

2 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — Ticket information available — Experience the magical journey of Dorothy and friends in this faithful stage adaptation of the classic film.