Good morning, Valparaiso.

El Salto restaurants will host summer fundraisers including Brush Away Abuse on June 25 at the Valpo location and Brush Away Stigma on July 23, plus plans for the World Cultural Festival on Aug.

24 downtown. Owner Jose Mendoza said these events will boost community connections and support local causes.

Strack & Van Til hosted a Checkout Challenge in April and May that raised over $10,000 for Opportunity Enterprises, which supports individuals with disabilities in our community.

CEO Jeff Strack presented a $10,389.25 check and celebrated top cashiers on May 28.

United Way Northwest Indiana partners with the MAAC Foundation to offer an Emergency Medical Responder Course given Mondays and Thursdays from Jun.

15 through Aug. 1. The course, open to participants (ages 14 and up), teaches basic life-saving skills to build a stronger local pool of responders.

Indiana American Water awarded a $40,000 grant on May 20 to Dunes Learning Center to fund its canoe paddling program that teaches watershed education to thousands of local students.

The nonprofit uses the grant for free, hands-on environmental lessons — a valued annual effort.

On Wednesday, June 3, Life Care Center and local partners hosted the TRIAD Health Fair at Central Park Plaza to connect residents with vital resources and feature Project Lifesaver tracking technology.

The event included a timed demonstration where a tracking canine found the sheriff in under two minutes.

Franciscan Health (a local provider) is offering men's health talks at community barbershops soon to share important insights on healthy living in the area.

Jeff Dye Live Comedy Show

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Art Theater — Reserved seating available — Experience the uproarious comedy of Jeff Dye, known for his sharp wit and outrageous performances.

Freaky Friday Musical

Various times — Memorial Opera House — Ticket prices apply — Experience the magic of body-swapping between a mother and daughter in this delightful musical adaptation.

Big Love: Fleetwood Mac Tribute

7-10 p.m. — Live at the Lakefront — General admission — Enjoy a night of classic Fleetwood Mac tunes by Big Love under the stars.

Father's Day Golf Tournament

6 AM - 1 PM — Forest Park Golf Course Welter Room — $25/team plus cart & green fees — Celebrate Father's Day with a fun 18-hole scramble for father/child duos.

K-POP Dance Camp

10 AM – 12 PM — Mirror Image Dance Academy of Valparaiso — RSVP required — Get ready to groove with K-POP dance lessons over three exciting days.

SAND + STEEL Art Fest 2026

7 p.m. - 4 p.m. — Ice Rink at Central Park Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant local art scene with a three-day festival showcasing creativity and talent.

Kyndred Live Vendor Market & Concert

1-6 p.m. — Sunset Hill Farm County Park — Free admission — Explore delightful local vendors before enjoying an evening concert.

Golden Hour Railway Garden

6-8 p.m. — Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest — $10 per carload — Experience locomotives and nature harmonizing as the golden hour paints the garden.

Valparaiso 4th of July Celebration

5 p.m. — Urschel Field — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with live music, food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks show.