Good morning, Valparaiso.

Valparaiso Baptists will host their annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 19th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm; the free event will offer an egg hunt, snacks, a raffle & a visit from the Easter Bunny for all community members to enjoy.

Valpo Parks awarded Hasse Construction the bid for six new pickleball courts at ValPlayso Park as part of the city's $10 Million rePLAY initiative, with construction set to begin on April 14th and finish in late July—this project will enhance local recreation and received design support from V3 Companies and Berglund Construction—further updates will be shared online.

A new guide shows that Northwest Indiana and Michiana have many markets that offer fresh produce and handmade goods.

The guide lists several in Valparaiso (such as Journeyman Distillery Artisan Markets, 3 Little Birds Market, and Old World Market) and highlights options in nearby towns.

The Valparaiso University Athletics department honored 137 student-athletes with Presidential Academic Honors on Monday evening at a special banquet—an award for students with a 3.25 grade average over two semesters.

The department also announced Top of the Class, Dean’s, Laurel, and Team Awards—Cara Crompton and Anna Fay earned the Laurel Award for a 4.0 cumulative GPA.

Clinical professor Pitparnee Stompor received Purdue University’s 2025 Focus Award for advancing disability accessibility by leading an innovative HTM 29100 course that partnered with TradeWinds Services Inc.—a collaboration that gave clients with disabilities hands-on experience in food service at Purdue Northwest.

Valparaiso offers a free seven‑week City Government Academy from May 14 to June 25—meeting Wednesday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.—that teaches residents how local government works; registration is required and space is limited to 35 participants.

Ringing in Spring 5k

8:00 – 9:30 AM — Valparaiso Family YMCA — Registration fee applies — Celebrate the 32nd anniversary with a community-focused run/walk for a good cause.

Kids Closet Sale

8 AM-12 PM — Butterfield Family Pavilion — $3 cash only — Explore gently used kids' items at this treasure trove for families.

Open House at Brooks at Vale Park

5-7 p.m. — 3103 Whispering Brook Lane — Free entry — Explore this stunning 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home in the desirable Brooks at Vale Park subdivision.

Fight Like a Girl Women's Self-Defense Course

5:30-8 p.m. — MAAC Foundation - First Responder Training Campus — Cost not specified — Empower yourself with essential self-defense skills taught by local police instructors.

South Shore Orchestra String Quartet at Blackbird Cafe

3-4:30 p.m. — Blackbird Cafe — Free entry — Experience the beauty of live classical music in an intimate setting.

A Paris Stroll Painting Event

6-8 p.m. — SmokeTown Blues — Ticket required — Enjoy a creative painting session while sipping cocktails and indulging in great food.

Tri Kappa Iota Bingo Night Fundraiser

10:30 p.m. – 3:00 a.m. — 215 E Division Rd, Valparaiso, IN — Ticket required — Enjoy Bingo games with cash prizes and support local charity while indulging in a variety of appetizers.