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Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Center for Hospice Care will offer two free Camp Evergreen sessions to help grieving youth heal outdoors. Youth ages 10–17 join a day camp at Camp Alexander Mack on Saturday, May 30, while children ages 6–12 and guardians attend a family workshop at the Mishawaka campus on Saturday, October 3. Valpo Life
- ➤ Legacy Foundation will announce $5 million in new grant funding to boost community spaces and support local nonprofits — $4 million is set for public projects while $1 million will expand Transform Lake County efforts. The Grant Launch event takes place Thursday, Apr. 23 at 9:00 a.m. at IBEW Local 697. NWI.LIFE
- ➤ Former campers from Good Fellow Club Youth Camp (many children of U.S. Steel workers) are invited to return to the newly restored Good Fellow Lodge in Porter after a $22M renovation; the invitation nods to the site’s long-standing community ties. NWI Times
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Michael Martinez has worked with Hartman Global IP Law’s partners Domenica and Gary Hartman to secure five patents across three countries for his CupN’Caddy products. He plans to continue collaborating with the firm as he expands his local business and innovation. Valpo Life
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local artist Meg Demakas will host her art show today from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Mark 7500 Calumet Ave, featuring 20 oil paintings and a live work demonstration (including beauty appointments with a botox doctor and a permanent jewelry service) for visitors to enjoy. PanoramaNOW
- ➤ Local artist Meg Demakas is hosting an art show with 20 oil paintings on display at 7500 Calumet Ave in Valparaiso. The event also offers Botox appointments and permanent jewelry, and she has shared her work with local schools (having studied under David Klamen). PanoramaNOW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tripmemos has ranked Indiana Dunes as one of the top five popular summer destinations for visitors. The 15,000-acre park on Lake Michigan's southern coast is known for its biodiversity, including more native orchid species than Hawaii and its unique singing sands. PanoramaNOW
- ➤ The Recycling and Waste Reduction District will host the Northwest Indiana Earth Day Celebration tomorrow from 9am to 1pm at the Porter County Expo Center. The free event offers free document shredding, a Reuse Fair for checking donation wishlists, vendor booths, birdhouse building, bike donation and pre-registered Fix-It Fair repairs. Indiana 105
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Northwest Indiana RDA announced a new Development Catalyst Grant program to help local governments in Lake and Porter counties prepare for growth. The grant offers awards ranging from $10,000 to $75,000 with a required 10% match to boost planning efforts. Z107.1
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Echoes of Pompeii: A Pink Floyd Experience
8 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — $40-$80 — Immerse yourself in an authentic performance of Pink Floyd's legendary music with stunning visuals and an expansive ensemble.
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2026 Valparaiso University Jazz Fest
The Valparaiso University Department of Music presents the 2026 Valparaiso University Jazz Festival, with four days of events that take place Wednesday, April 22, to Saturday, April 25, in the University Theatre, located in the Center For The Arts, 1709 Chapel Drive. Each day will include workshop presentations by professional jazz artists, performances by area high school jazz ensembles, and nightly featured concerts.
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The American Revolution
Showing of clips of Ken Burns' The American Revolution with a panel of distinguished facilitators guiding discussion. This will be held at the VU Harre Union, Ballrooms A-C from 3-5p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Space is limited - reserve to [email protected].
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The American Revolution
Showing and facilitated discussion of segments of Ken Burns' The American Revolution documentary in celebration of our 250th year as a country. April 22, 2026, 3-5 pm, VU Union ballrooms. Free admission and light refreshments served.
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Valparaiso Community Conference
10 AM – 3 PM — Harre Union — Free entry — Enhance local knowledge and explore opportunities to engage with the Valparaiso community.
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Divine Vines Comedy Night
7-9 p.m. — Anderson's Winery and Vineyard — $10 Presale, $15 Day of Show — Enjoy a night of laughter with top-tier comedy in a scenic winery setting.
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Harlem Wizards Game
Evening — Valparaiso High School — Family-friendly fun — Enjoy a night filled with tricks and hoops from the World-Famous Harlem Wizards.
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Glass Flower Cocktails & Canvas
12-2 p.m. — Four Corners Winery — Priced per participant — Unleash your creativity while sipping cocktails and painting a vibrant 'Glass Flower'.
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A Little Night Music
8-11 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — $60 • Loge, $30 • Adults, $27 • Senior/Student/Military — Experience a romantic musical journey through love, longing, and regret with Sondheim's enchanting score.
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Early Summer Car, Truck & Bike Show
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Porter County Fairgrounds — $5 vehicle registration, $5 general admission — Celebrate local automotive culture with displays and swap meet opportunities.
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