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Friday, October 10th, 2025

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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Paladin has transformed an empty warehouse in Michigan City into a new Integration Hub to offer care and learning for children, seniors, and people with disabilities—this facility will open mid-November and host a press conference and open house on December 5 at noon to highlight its programs and expanded services across eight counties.  NWI.LIFE

CULTURE NEWS

  • PanoramaNOW will mark 40 years by unveiling its Anniversary Exhibit at Chamber Network Night on Thursday, October 16th—displaying photos, posters and memorabilia from past concerts that united our community.  PanoramaNOW

HEALTH NEWS

  • Northwest Health-Porter announced Dan Doherty, FACHE, as its new chief executive officer, effective October 27. He brings nearly 20 years of healthcare leadership from Chicago and Wisconsin and will lead daily operations and strategic growth initiatives.  NWI.LIFE

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • The Haunted Pub Crawl of Valparaiso

    7:30-10 p.m. — Franklin House — $27 — Explore Valparaiso's haunted history on a spook-tacular walking tour with eerie tales and spirits.

    Sat, 10/11/25

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  • Writing in the Woods Poetry Workshop

    3:30-5:30 p.m. — Meadowbrook Nature Preserve — Free entry — Celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day with a creative poetry workshop led by local experts.

    Mon, 10/13/25

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  • The Oogie Boogie Man Painting Event

    6-8 p.m. — Four Corners Winery — Tickets required — Unleash your creativity with a glow-in-the-dark Halloween painting experience.

    Wed, 10/15/25

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  • The Haunted Pub Crawl of Valparaiso

    7:30-10 p.m. — Franklin House — $27 — Embark on a spooky walking tour exploring Valparaiso's haunted history and ghostly establishments.

    Sat, 10/18/25

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  • The Boo Pumpkin Painting Event

    6-8 p.m. — Smoketown Blues — Ticketed — Experience a spooktacular painting session with friends or solo while enjoying delicious food.

    Wed, 10/22/25

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  • The Haunted Pub Crawl of Valparaiso

    7:30-10:00 p.m. — Franklin House — $27 — Explore Valparaiso's haunted history with a spirited walking tour featuring chilling tales and eerie establishments.

    Sat, 10/25/25

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  • Toastmasters, public speaking

    Public speaking tips and enjoying stories at Valparaiso Library, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    Wed, 10/29/25

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  • Open Meeting

    12-8 p.m. — Fraternal Order of Eagles — Free entry — Monthly gathering for Chapter 102 with sign-in and meeting starting at 6:30 p.m.

    Fri, 11/7/25

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  • Porter County Sports & Trading Card Show

    9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Porter County Fairgrounds — Tables available — Browse 100 tables of sports cards, trading cards, collectibles, and memorabilia!

    Sun, 11/9/25

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