Good morning, Valparaiso.

Child Evangelism Fellowship of Indiana will host its annual 'Ignite Our Vision' spring banquet on Thursday, March 19 at 6:15 p.m. at Liberty Bible Church (824 Calumet, Chesterton) to raise $30K-$35K for its ministry programs.

The Crossroads Chamber held a Bubbles & Boots event on Feb.

19 to celebrate women leaders. Organized by the Women in Leadership Development committee, the gathering featured networking, discussions about pay disparity, & local business support.

Christine Pisarski, the executive IP secretary at Hartman Global, manages the entire patent process from application paperwork to prosecution.

After moving from Chicago to Valparaiso in 2011 and starting as a paralegal in 2017, she remains active+committed in her role at nearly 70.

1st Source Bank bought the naming rights to the amphitheater at Central Park Plaza in downtown Valparaiso.

The deal will give the bank increased brand visibility locally.

Chester Inc. attended the Valpo Chamber Network event on Feb.

24 to connect with local business leaders.

The Big Shoulders Fund Law Program is underway at nine schools where seventh graders will stage mock trials this spring to build legal skills; the program has run for four years under Sharon Nelson and Morgan Hirst, with Nelson sponsoring it for the rest of the academic year.

Powers Health urges women aged 45-54—and those at higher risk—to schedule yearly mammograms as early detection can lower breast cancer mortality by up to 40 (screenings catch cancer before symptoms appear).

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.

Porter County Trading Card Show

9 AM – 3 PM — Porter County Fairgrounds — Entry details not specified — A collection-filled day for trading card enthusiasts to buy, sell, and trade their favorite cards.