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Valpo
Tuesday, November 25th, 2025
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Valparaiso Family YMCA received a Community Fund grant to support its Equal Access Aquatics project by buying a new ADA compliant mobile pool lift chair at the Y’s Aquatics Center — the upgrade will help expand access to the hot tub area and improve safety for members, caregivers and staff. The grant supports improvements for a program serving over 16,000 members and more than 300 individuals who use aquatic therapy. Lakeshore Public Media
- ➤ The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi’s Four Winds Casinos will host New Year’s Eve celebrations with more than $115,000 in cash prizes through scheduled drawings and live entertainment at New Buffalo and South Bend. Additional events include special dining options on December 31 and January 1 – with various cash giveaways and performances planned, promising a festive night for guests. Valpo Life
- ➤ The Crossroads Chamber celebrated its 15th anniversary on November 15th at Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana with over 400 guests attending a gala featuring a silent auction, a jewelry pull, and networking opportunities. The event also honored five outstanding community members and announced contributions to three local school foundations to support Northwest Indiana's future. NWI.LIFE
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Todd and Joy Zandstra, who own Redwood Landscape, Wet’n’Wild Irrigation, and Lumin8 Outdoor Lighting, spoke with Chris Mahlmann about building a strong business foundation and clear values in an interview published yesterday—showing how their close partnership shapes company culture. NWI.LIFE
- ➤ Strack and Van Til donated $100,000 in gift cards to the Salvation Army to kick off the Red Kettle season and help local families get nutritious meals this holiday season—continuing a long partnership across four local locations. The donation shows the store's commitment to giving back as winter approaches. Valpo Life
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Amazon is planning a $15 billion data center project with NIPSCO that will boost power capacity in Northwest Indiana — the plan will not cause extra costs for current customers. The project is the largest data center investment in state history. NWI Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest launched Spark Series, a video library that helps students, educators and aspiring entrepreneurs learn from local innovators in Northwest Indiana. The series features short documentary interviews paired with classroom guides—linking real-world business ideas to Indiana’s high school entrepreneurship standards—and new episodes will be added throughout fall. Valpo Life
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Customers at Strack & Van Til helped raise over $21,000 for the Pink Ribbon Society—supporting breast cancer patients in Northwest Indiana. NWI Times
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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.
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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.
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Holly Jolly Vendor Market
10 AM — Porter County Fairgrounds — Free admission — Discover local artisans and food trucks at this festive vendor market.
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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.
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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.
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The Caring Place 1st Annual Cookie Walk
Holiday tradition — Time not specified — Downtown Valparaiso — Ticket holders stroll to receive festive treats.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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14th Annual Chesterton Christmas Eve Jingle Bell Run
8-11 a.m. — Running Vines Winery — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday spirit with a festive fun run benefiting local charity.
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