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Lubeznik Center for the Arts' Summer Education Offerings Open for Registration May 7, 2025
Michigan City, Ind. - Registration will open on Wednesday, May 7 at noon (Central), for summer art classes, workshops and camps for children, teens and adults at Lubeznik Center for the Arts (LCA). LCA's summer 2025 education lineup includes a wide variety of engaging classes for every age and skill level. Adult classes include: Abstract Painting I & IIExpressions with Mixed MediaSandcastle WritersGardens in Contemporary Art LCA's youth classes offer a vibrant mix of creative opportunities, including
Lubeznik Center for the Arts' May First Friday Features Live Music Performance by Evans Frassine
Michigan City, Ind. - Lubeznik Center for the Arts (LCA) is hosting its free First Friday on May 2, from 5-8 p.m. (Central). For May's First Friday, LCA invites the public to join them for an evening of soulful sound featuring a live music performance by Chesterton High School student, Evans Frassine. Frassine is a talented blues and soul guitarist and vocalist. Born in Italy and fluent in both Italian and English, Evans has a rich cultural depth to his music, often singing in both languages. Playing since
Miniature Madness Exhibit at the La Porte County Historical Society Museum
Are you a model maker or have you always wanted to make a model?Stop by the Museum to see this new exhibit which highlights the models and model makers of La Porte County!See a variety of models we have in the Museum’s collection and learn the history of model making!Models are scattered all over the Museum so make sure you see them all!
Horizon Bank Announces $5,000 Donation to Opportunity Enterprises
Michigan City, IN – Horizon Bank is proud to continue its support of Opportunity Enterprises (OE) with a $5,000 annual sponsorship, reinforcing our long-standing commitment to creating inclusive opportunities for people of all abilities. John Freyek, Market President – Lake County and immediate past Board Chair of OE, and Mark Ritzi, Market President – Porter County, had the honor of delivering the donation. They presented the check to CEO, Neil Samahon and Chief Strategy Officer, Kacie Ensign. “Our
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La Porte Urban Enterprise Association outlines 2024 accomplishments
La PORTE, IN (March 27, 2025) – The past year held many successes for the La Porte Urban Enterprise Association, according to Board President Mike Riehle. Formed in 2002, the La Porte UEA awards grants each year to local businesses and residents residing within the Urban Enterprise Zone. In 2024, the UEA was proud to award more than $110,000 to aid 13 business owners to improve the outward appearance of buildings within the zone. Riehle said these grants help to alleviate the financial burden for those
Northwest Cancer Centers to bring advanced cancer care to La Porte
La Porte, IN – Patients with cancer in La Porte faced a challenging obstacle last summer when the oncology practice at Northwest Health - La Porte closed its doors. The facility, which opened in 2023, was the only oncology and hematology office in the city. With the office closing, patients requiring cancer treatments travelled to Valparaiso or Michigan City to receive care. Residents of La Porte now have a new local option for the most advanced cancer care available. Northwest Cancer Centers, the largest
Northwest Health Hospitals Recognized for Excellence in Infant and Maternal Health
Valparaiso, IN - Two Northwest Health hospitals were recognized today by the Indiana Hospital Association (IHA), in partnership with State Health Commissioner Lindsay Weaver, M.D., FACEP, for their commitment to infant and maternal health at the fifth annual INspire Hospital of Distinction recognition program.At a special ceremony in Indianapolis today, Northwest Health – La Porte and Northwest Health - Porter earned Inspire awards based on their success in implementing best practices in key areas,
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Blockhead Beerworks announces second location coming to Downtown La Porte this summer
La PORTE, IN (Feb. 27, 2025) – Plans for a popular brewstillery were announced today at the La Porte Urban Enterprise Association meeting, according to La Porte Mayor Tom Dermody. Blockhead Beerworks, known for its innovative craft beers and Asian-fusion cuisine, will open a new location in downtown La Porte this summer. The new venue, located at 1100 Lincolnway in the Carpenters Union Hall, will feature a vibrant, all-ages atmosphere perfect for families, friends and beer enthusiasts alike. Co-Founder
HFL Announces Rolling Grant Cycle for 2025
Health Foundation of La Porte (HFL) has announced a change to its grant timeline for 2025. This year, HFL will accept grant applications addressing strategic priorities (Healthy Children, Healthy Living, and Healthy Minds) and Healthy La Porte requests on a rolling basis. HFL will not have two separate grant cycles. This shift to a rolling basis extends what has been referred to as Cycle 1, absorbing the grantee partners who may have been planning to apply in Cycle 2. This transition is meant to foster
Northwest Health Offers Support Groups for the General Public
La Porte, IN – Northwest Health is pleased to offer support groups for individuals with diabetes and those seeking to lose weight. All are open to the general public. Diabetes Support Group in La Porte The Diabetes Support Group provides a place to share ideas, experiences, and challenges related for those with diabetes, as well as their support team. The group meets from 11 a.m. – Noon, the fourth Monday of the month in the Lilly Lake Conference Room, at Northwest Health – La Porte, 1331 State Street in
Immediate Movers & Storage Provides Support to Habitat For Humanity in La Porte County
La Porte, Indiana — January 16, 2025 — Immediate Movers & Storage is pleased to announce its partnership with Habitat for Humanity. This collaboration reflects a shared dedication to supporting our community by providing affordable housing. "At Immediate Movers & Storage, we understand the importance of a smooth transition into a new home. We are honored to make a contribution to Habitat for Humanity by providing much needed storage space to house essential supplies required to fulfill their mission: to
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New York Blower Announces Investment in New Office Building and Greenspace
La Porte, IN – New York Blower today announced plans for a $5,000,000 capital investment in a new office building and greenspace at their current location at 171 Factory Street. New York Blower opened in Chicago as a humble sheet-metal shop in 1889 and opened their first plant in La Porte in 1919. Since then, the La Porte facilities have expanded over nine times. Currently consisting of three plants and over 205 employees, it is the central location for manufacturing, engineering, and quality. According
Dermody Announces Agreement with Rural King to Open in La Porte
May 11th, 2020—Rural King, America’s Farm and Home Store, has announced plans to open in La Porte, Indiana by March 2021. The new store will open in Maple Lane Mall, 1340 West State Road 2. Significant renovations to the 221,000 sq. ft. structure are scheduled to begin in early spring. Although other tenants are not identified at this time, renovations to additional tenant spaces will be completed as a part of this project. La Porte Mayor Tom Dermody said, the rehabilitation and renovation of this area will
21st Annual Sunflower Fair in Downtown La Porte
The Sunflower Fair celebrates its twenty-first year in the heart of Downtown La Porte on Saturday, Sept. 21. The festival that celebrates community and creativity will begin at 8:00 a.m. and will last until 4:00 p.m. This unique festival is situated along beautiful Michigan Avenue between Lincolnway and Noble Street. With over 130 craft and specialty vendors, the Sunflower Fair is one of the largest area festivals. Attendees can eat delicious food from a variety of non-profit organizations and local
La Porte and Sullivan Named INspire Idea Competition Recipients
Today, the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs announced the La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership and the Heart of Sullivan Main Street organizations as recipients of the INspire Idea competition at the Great Lakes Regional Main Street Conference. “It was exciting to see the creative ideas that came out of our Main Street organizations," said Jodi Golden, Executive Director of OCRA. "These projects demonstrated a definite need, but will also improve quality of life for residents and
Flaherty & Collins Properties Announces Updated Plans For The Strand A $35M Mixed-Use Development
Flaherty & Collins Properties has announced The Strand, a $35M mixed-use development, will start construction next month. The City of La Porte Redevelopment Commission selected Flaherty & Collins Properties last year to build a 200-unit multifamily development in the heart of the City’s NewPorte Landing redevelopment project. “The City of La Porte is very excited to be partnering with Flaherty & Collins through this development, said Mayor Mark Krentz. “Flaherty & Collins Properties has a long history of
INspire Idea Competition Selects Five Finalists
Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs announced five Indiana Main Street organizations as finalists for the INspire Idea competition. “I am excited to see what these five organizations present at the conference in the coming months,” Crouch said. “It is always inspiring to see the original ideas communities come up with to highlight the uniqueness of their area.” The goal of the competition is to encourage the Indiana Main Street network of communities and
GLPCC and GLEDC Forge a New Alliance Designed to Grow La Porte's Competitive Advantage
In an effort to build a high-functioning, multi-faceted economic development and business support center, the Greater La Porte Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, and the Greater La Porte Economic Development (GLEDC) Board of Directors agreed recently to combine expertise under one umbrella and form a new alliance. The new alliance will continue to operate chamber of commerce and economic development functions independently with oversight from the two boards of directors, but will share staff,
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La Porte IN, 46350
