Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of June.
Good morning, Valparaiso.
💼 Business
Local eateries Quaker Steak and Lube and Twisted Sugar are closing while Olive Garden, Indiana Sweets and Stryker's Bar are set to open soon in town.
Residents can look forward to fresh dining options and an evolving business scene.
🏛️ Government
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources + the towns of Burns Harbor and Porter celebrated a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday to start two new segments of the Marquette Greenway.
The expansion will boost local recreation and conservation efforts.
🎉 Valparaiso Events
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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.
🏠 Valparaiso Real Estate
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