La Porte County Public Library to Welcome Bestselling Author Marie Benedict in April 2026
LA PORTE COUNTY, IN – La Porte County Public Library (LPCPL) is excited to welcome bestselling historical novelist and literary archeologist Marie Benedict for a special evening event on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at The Great Hall Events & Conference Center at Purdue University Northwest in Westville. Benedict will discuss her forthcoming novel, Daughter of Egypt (March 2026), which tells the story of a young woman who unearths the truth about a forgotten Pharaoh—rewriting both of their legacies
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

