Events

The Michigan City Chamber of Commerce announced that in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the third annual National Civics Bee is officially underway. This school year, the Michigan City Chamber is partnering in Northwest Indiana. Top local winners will advance to a state competition, and state champions will compete in the national round in Washington, D.C., for a chance to win the national title and more than $50,000 in prizes. This contest is open to any 6th, 7th, and 8th grade student in Indiana. The application closes on January 8, 2024. Learn more at: https://mcachamber.com/community/national-civics-bee/.

Tom Foolery Fun Club Returns to Orak Shine on Saturday, February 10th, 2024 at 7:30PM   The TOMFOOLERY Fun Club was created as a means to provide some unique entertainment options to those area residents who want and need fun and casual entertainment.  A unique mix of various forms of comedy (stand up, improv, musical comedy, and even magic!) was developed with live music intermingled between comedy acts in order to provide an evening of superior entertainment and relaxation!  The result of their efforts is somewhat of a throwback to the classic variety shows reminiscent of offerings once provided by

Let's donate for children in need!!! Providing educational books will really help children grow and learn! MCAS Schools are now collecting NEW (or nearly new) books for Children & Teens! Drop-off location: ANY MCAS Building Ames Field Saturday December 16,2023 9:00 AM - Noon WE ARE ACCEPTING DONATIONS Drop-off Event: SPONSORED BY MCHS NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

Red Wine and Brew, Local Heroes Benefit is excited to bring nationally known, country superstars, to LaPorte, Indiana on June 28th, 29th and 30th of 2024 to Headline the Red Wine and Brew, Local Heroes Benefit for First Responders of LaPorte County. Eddie Montgomery of Montgomery Gentry will headline on Friday 6/28 and Craig Morgan, a former first responder and Army reserve soldier will headline Sunday 6/30. Our Saturday 6/29 headliner will be announced soon. Incredible openers are also in the lineup, including Mitch Rossell, with family connections in this very county. This local heroes benefit is held at “The

Michigan City, IN – The Michigan City Chamber of Commerce has a tradition of celebrating members during its Annual Member Dinner. In addition to the recognition of milestone and legacy members, the Chamber will be announcing winners in several award categories including Community Impact, Small Business, Large Business, Young Professional, and Ambassador. These five award categories will recognize individual people, organizations, and businesses who have made a difference in our business community during the year 2023. Nominations will be qualified and reviewed by the Chamber Awards Committee. Finalists in each category will be notified and invited to the Chamber’s Annual

Monday, December 11, 2023 – Elkhart County 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.ET *While supplies last. Where: Clayton Homes, 66920 S.R.19, Wakarusa, IN 46573. *This distribution is sponsored by Clayton Homes and will serve 300 households.   Wednesday, December 13, 2023 – Starke County 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. CT *While supplies last. Where: Knox United Methodist Church, 201 S. Shield St., Knox, IN 46534 *This distribution is provided by the USDA and will serve 200 households.   Thursday, December 14, 2023 – St. Joseph County 10 a.m. – Noon ET *While supplies last. Where: Kroger, 4526 W. Western Avenue, South

Gnome For The Holidays- December 16th, 2023 at Tom Lounges Record Bin. Also, check out "Blizzard of Ozz", Friday December 22nd. To keep updated on Tom's evets check out Tom Lounges FACEBOOK Page. Check out his Record Bin locations in Michigan City and Hobart. Listen to Tom weekly on WIMS on Midwest Beat Blues and Needle Drop. For schedule visit www.wimsradio.com.      

See information below for Paladin's Spring 2024 Gala taking place May 18, 2024 at Blue Chip Casino:

The Chesterton Fire Department is once again offering its station as a drop-off facility for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots program, whose mission is to collect new, unwrapped toys and give them as Christmas gifts to less fortunate children in the Duneland community. The Chesterton Fire Department is asking those participating to bring your clean, unwrapped toys to the CFD station—702 Broadway—between now and Dec. 14 and enter by the front door. “If locked, please ring the bell,” the CFD said on a Facebook post. “The CFD and the USMCR thank you, and the Duneland community does

Check out the newly rennovated La Porte Civic Audtorium located at 1001 Ridge St. in La Porte, Indiana 46350. For tickets and information call 219-362-2325. For a complete list of things happening at the La Porte Civic Auditorium visit their website at www.laportecivicauditorium.com. Join us on Saturday, December 16th for The Highwaymen Christmas Special - a tribute to the iconic Highwaymen: Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, and Kris Kristofferson. This special event will replicate the highlights of that show, featuring classic Christmas songs like White Christmas and Blue Christmas, along with beloved hits such as Always on My Mind,

The Legacy Center Gallery is proud to host the artwork of the Michigan City Art League members in their next installation. Located on the campus of Queen of All Saints Catholic Church in Michigan City, the Legacy Center serves as a multi-use gathering space for community and parish functions. The Gallery seeks to incorporate the parish with the greater arts community. Serving and supporting area artists since 1932, the Art League continues in its 91st year of offering affordable art classes to the community. With a total of 12 artists featured at the Legacy Center, artwork may change as it

DECEMBER 12/15 ~ Cat Man Dog ~ 6-9pm 12/16 ~ Jack Cunningham ~ 7-10pm 12/21 ~ Giving Thursday ~ Making Kids Smile 12/22 ~ GNARI ~ 7-9pm 12/23 ~ Justin Staublin Band ~ 7-10pm **12/24 ~ Christmas Eve ~ Stay tuned for possible hours** 12/28 ~ Open Mic ~ 5-8pm 12/29 ~ Darrell Ritchea ~ 6-9pm 12/30 ~ Triangle Method ~ 7-10pm Music Trivia every Sunday starting at 4pm Entertainment Trivia every Wednesday starting at 6pm Check out their NEW SELECTION of WINE   For more information visit: https://www.219taproom.com/   219 Taproom is located at 109 S. 3rd Street Chesterton,