Good morning, Valparaiso.

The Canadian Pacific Kansas City Holiday Train will travel through northwest Indiana this weekend—its brightly decorated railcars and music set to support food bank donations.

It is scheduled to reach La Porte just after 3 a.m. Central Time and downtown Chesterton a little after 3:30 a.m.

Before Thanksgiving, Lerner & Rowe Injury Attorneys provided 750 free meal bags at the Dean and Barbara White Community Center that included mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, corn, green beans, and a $25 gift card to Strack & Van Til for local families to create a classic holiday meal. The event also connected community members with vital resources through support from partner nonprofits.

The Canadian Pacific Kansas City—Holiday Train will pass through northwest Indiana tomorrow during early morning hours on its way to northeast Illinois while its brightly decorated railcars display lights and music.

The train is expected to reach La Porte shortly after 3 a.m. CT and downtown Chesterton a little after 3:30 a.m. as it continues its annual journey to raise funds and collect food for local food banks.

An Indiana University Northwest professor said Northwest Indiana’s economy is outperforming the rest of the country—his comments highlight the region’s market strength.

Powers Health and Northwest Cancer Centers opened a 71,000-square-foot Cancer Care Center on Broadway in Crown Point on November 17 that offers advanced testing, clinical trials and integrative oncology care including a healing garden.

The center houses Powers Health on the first floor, Northwest Cancer Centers on the second and shared space on the third — bringing many services together for local residents — to improve access to cancer treatment.

CoAction launched its first Age Well Symposium & Caregiver Expo to connect older adults, caregivers, and local care providers at an event center in Valparaiso.

The expo enabled participants to learn about available resources and improve care access—empowering the community to better support aging safely.

A Charlie Brown Christmas

Nov 28 – Dec 21 — Chicago Street Theatre — Family-friendly show — Experience the heartwarming story of A Charlie Brown Christmas brought to life on stage.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

7-9 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — Ticketed event — Experience the whimsical journey through Willy Wonka's magical factory with Charlie Bucket and friends.

Holly Jolly Vendor Market

10 AM — Porter County Fairgrounds — Free admission — Discover local artisans and food trucks at this festive vendor market.

Cocktails & Canvas: The Jolly Snowman

6-8 p.m. — SmokeTown Blues, Valparaiso, IN — Ticket includes a free drink — Enjoy a fun painting night complete with professional guidance and creative flair.

Holidays with HealthLinc Valparaiso

4-6 p.m. — HealthLinc Valparaiso — Free — Enjoy holiday crafts, snacks, and a no-cost photo with Santa while wearing your festive pajamas.

The Caring Place 1st Annual Cookie Walk

Holiday tradition — Time not specified — Downtown Valparaiso — Ticket holders stroll to receive festive treats.

Holiday Pops!

2-7 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — $30-$60 — Celebrate the joy of music and Christmas classics with the South Shore Orchestra and a special appearance by Santa.

Echoes of Christmas

2-5 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — $40-$80 — Experience a magical evening of timeless holiday classics and dazzling visuals in a nostalgic setting.

Polar Express Screening

6:30 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — $12 Adults, $8 Children — Delight in a festive evening with a screening of The Polar Express and special guest Santa Claus.