MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – Lubeznik Center for the Arts (LCA) is hosting their free First Friday program with special guest Joe Rauen, an artist and musician who makes working musical instruments from household items, on September 4, from 5 to 8 p.m. (Central). After graduating from the Berklee College of Music Joe Rauen set out to find a way to combine his love for music and for visual art into a single practice. Rauen began experimenting with making playable musical instruments from everyday items. His “unlikely musical objects” include instruments made from shovels, suitcases, plumbing, sports equipment, old toys, and various items

IT'S A FASHION THING on Saturday September 5th at Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets in Michigan City.Join us on September 5th at 12 PM CDT at the Gazebo in the Center Courtyard for an exciting Fall Fashion Show featuring the newest trends, seasonal essentials, and standout looks from your favorite outlet stores. Featured Retailers: Aeropostale Brooks Brothers Crocs Hot Topic Jockey Le Creuset Love Her Beauty Lounge Sunglass Hut And more! Discover fresh fall outfits, wardrobe inspiration, and top styles for the season as our retailers showcase their latest collections. Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets-Noon | September 5th Center Courtyard Gazebo Don't

This Saturday is the 21st Annual and Final Hoosier Star at the La Porte Civic Auditoium   Don't Miss Out Get Tickets Today: https://lcso.net/conce.../special-events/hoosier-star-event/   Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/199DkVaTd4/ visit www.lcso.net or laportecivicauditorium.com #IndianaMusic #SupportLocalIndiana #laportecounty #orchestral #northwestindiana #livemusic #livemusicians #orchestralmusic #michigancityindiana #music #orchestra #SupportMusic #supportelaportebuisness #supportlaporte #Michigancity #LaPorteProud #visitmichigancitylaporte #thecollectivein #ChicagolandEats La Porte Civic Auditorium

Michigan City, IN – Businesses and community members from throughout La Porte County are invited to connect, discover local products and services, and build new contacts at the La Porte County Business Expo on Thursday, September 17, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Purdue Northwest – Westville campus.   The collaborative event is hosted by the Michigan City Chamber, Westville Area Chamber, and La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership (LEAP) and will showcase businesses from across La Porte County and beyond.   Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the people behind local businesses, learn about the products and services available

La Porte County, Indiana — Mental health support doesn't always begin with knowing exactly what you need. Sometimes, it begins with finding a place to start.   On September 20, First Presbyterian Church in Michigan City, will host a Community Mental Health Resource Fair: A Place to Start, bringing together local organizations and professionals to help individuals and families learn about mental health, discover available resources, and connect with support in the community.   The event is rooted in two simple beliefs: people should not have to navigate mental health challenges alone, and asking for help should never be a

Join the Westville Area Chamber of Commerce for Business After Hours on Tuesday September 22nd at The Great Hall, 1401 S. US Hwy 421, in Westville. Enjoy Networking, Art Tour Guide Judy Jacobi, light refreshments, and so much more. For more information visit www.westvillechamber.org. #wims #whfb

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – On Friday, September 25th, please join us at Lubeznik Center for the Arts (LCA) to meet music photographer Bobby Talamine as he is interviewed by Michigan City's own Ric Federighi of WIMS Radio. LCA will present "Femmes at Full Volume" from 5-7 PM Central. Light refreshments and cash bar will be available. Admission is free. If you have attended a concert in Chicago, Bobby Talamine was probably there. Talamine has been photographing concerts for more than 40 years and has released his first photography book, "Femmes at Full Volume," with Offshoot, an imprint of Trellis Press. "Femmes at