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Summer art fairs and winter holiday celebrations. Fun family festivals that celebrate everything from blueberries to popcorn. Northern Indiana is chocked full of festivals, events and celebrations all year long.
 

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Special Events

Odyssey 2009-2010 Sculpture Exhibit
December 1, 2009 - December 31, 2010
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Times: Mon-Fri 7:30am-11pm; Sat 7am-5pm
Location:  Purdue University North Central, 1401 South US Hwy 421, Westville
Phone:  219-785-5719
Admission:  Call for admission

A multi-piece contemporary sculpture exhibit on the Purdue North Central Campus.  More than 30 pieces displayed on the 268-acre campus. Maps for self-guided walking tours are available on the PNC website. Group tours are available free of charge; many sculptures are for sale.

Tonic Sol-fa in Concert
September 9, 2010
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Times: 7:30 p.m.
Website:   www.koscvb.org
Location:  Performing Arts Center, Warsaw Community High School, 1 Tiger Lane, Warsaw IN 46580
Phone:  800-800-6090
Admission:  $20 for reserved seating

Although they are simply four voices and a tambourine, Tonic Sol-fa has spent the past decade on the road carving their niche as the nation's top vocal group.  In that time, this quartet has been named one of the top five "must see" groups in America, has been awarded numerous original song and album awards in pop, gospel and holiday genres, appeared on NBC's Today Show and in the pages of Newsweek magazine.  Outings with Jay Leno, Shawn Colvin, Lonestar and Garrison Keillor have propelled album sales to more than 1,000,000 copies (mostly sold from the back of their trailer!) and have earned the group thousands of loyal fans. 


By 2000, the quartet was voted into the Midwest Music Hall of Fame.  In 2002 Tonic Sol-fa averaged over 150 shows annually in 48 states.  2007 brought the group's music to radio stations and retail stores nationwide.  And in 2009, Tonic Sol-fa's second public television special was broadcast over to 1,800 stations across the United States, with an international launch to begin this year.  The New York Times describes Tonic Sol-fa's sound as "A vocal kaleidoscope…unique to the human voice."  Improvisational and passionate music combined with cutting-edge stage presence is the benchmark by which critics and fans agree:  nobody does it like Tonic Sol-fa.


Tickets are $20 for reserved seating.  For tickets or more information you may call 574-371-5040, Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.  Visa and MasterCard are accepted and there are no refunds or exchanges.  The box office is open one hour prior to curtain time.  Handicapped accessible seating is available.

Barbara and Frank in Concert
September 11, 2010
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Times: 7:30 p.m.
Website:   www.koscvb.org
Location:  Rodeheaver Auditorium, 901 Park Avenue, Winona Lake IN 46590
Phone:  800-800-6090
Admission:  $15 at door; $40 season tickets

Although Barbara Streisand and Frank Sinatra never worked together, it's tantalizing to think what it would have been like to have Barbara and Frank teamed up for a concert tour.  Today, Sharon and Sebastian captivate audiences world wide with their originally self produced Las Vegas show that brings laughter, tears, and joy to every person watching.  Sebastian's crooning sounds of Sinatra bring "memories" to an audience who remember the late great "ol' blue eyes" himself.  While the uncanny looks of Sharon brings out the Funny Girl herself, Streisand, does it the only way she knows how…Her Way.  Together they bring audiences to their feet with music and memories that only these two legendary icons can.


Tickets are $15 at the door.  You may also buy a subscription for  $40 for the entire five concert season. LCCA subscription cards are also honored at Community Concerts in Kendallville, Laporte, and Kokomo.  Children 18 years old and younger may attend free when accompanied by an adult member.  A 10% discount is available for groups of 20 or more individuals.  For more information you may call 574-269-2836.

Bristol Hills Storytelling Festival
September 11, 2010 - September 12, 2010
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Times: 7pm-10pm
Website:   www.bristolhills.net
Location:  Bristol
Phone:  547.206.8661
Admission:  $8
The BRISTOL HILLS STORYTELLING FESTIVAL is excited to announce that we are celebrating 20 years of storytelling. Laugh, be inspired, and reminisce as four nationally known storytellers spin their yarns. Our Featured Storytelling takes place on Friday and Saturday nights at 7 PM. The Swapping Ground is held before the Featured Tellers and is open to anyone wishing to tell or just listen to a short story from 5:30 – 6:30 PM. Join us for the Swapping Grounds and the Featured Performance for an evening of inspiring and wholesome entertainment.

Lake City Marathon
September 11, 2010
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Times: Race begins at 7:00 a.m.
Website:   www.koscvb.org
Location:  Winona Lake Park, 1590 Park Avenue, Winona Lake IN 46590
Phone:  800-800-6090
Admission:  To Race $40 early, $100 after Sept 9

Come join our 7th Lake City Marathon.   Runners from 17 states attended in 2008 and in the past we have had runners from several foreign countries. 


The course is 3 laps around Winona Lake (including the Heritage Trail). The course is USATF certified so runners can qualify for the Boston marathon.  The course includes numerous aid stations, mile markers in large red numbers.  We also have professional photographers, massage, and pre-race and post-race meals.  The health/safety festival and the freedom festival part is still tentative upon community support.  Winona Lake Park is located at 1590 Park Avenue, Winona Lake.  Come and enjoy the beauty of this lake area.

Linton's Birthday Party
September 11, 2010 - September 12, 2010
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Times: 8am - 6pm
Location:  Linton's Enchanted Garden
Phone:  (888) 779-9333

Linton's Enchanted Garden


315 C.R. 17


Elkhart IN


 

Pigeon River Fest
September 11, 2010
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Location:  Mongo
Phone:  800-254-8090

September 11      Mongo


Food and Fun for the entire family.  Live entertainment, kid’s games, Parade, Cake Walk and Pie baking contest. Hrs:  10:00AM – 5:00 PM    Ph: 260.367.2362


pigeonriverfest@yahoo.com   


 



On-Going Events

Local Artist Exhibits
March 29, 2010 - December 31, 2010
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Times: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm; Weekends 10am-4pm
Location:  LaPorte County Convention and Visitors Bureau, 4073 S Franklin St, Michigan City
Phone:  219-872-5055
The LaPorte County Convention & Visitors Bureau hosts a different local artist exhibit each month that is free to the public. Come in and view our ever-changing art gallery. There are paintings, sculptures and photographs. Coming up: The Golden Moments Art Assocition, Ed Wedow's Butterfly Sculptures, Susan Henshaw, Dana Dabagia, Starra and Anko. We also have a gift shop that is full of local art.
The Work of George Sugarman
March 29, 2010 - December 31, 2010
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Times: Mon-Thur 7:30am-8:30pm; Fri 7:30am-8:30pm
Website:   www.pnc.edu/odyssey
Location:  Purdue University North Central, 1401 US Hwy 421, Westville
Phone:  219-785-5719
Selection of sculptures and paintings of George Sugarman, renowned 20th Century artist.
Country/Bluegrass Acoustic Jam
March 30, 2010 - December 28, 2010
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Times: Tuesdays 7pm-9pm
Location:  Temple News Agency, 816 Jefferson Avenue, LaPorte
Phone:  219-362-2676

Singers, pickers and listeners are invited to participate in an old fashioned "round robin" style jam festival.

Knit-In
April 24, 2010 - November 28, 2010
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Times: Sat 9am-12pm; Sun 12-2pm CT
Location:  8353 N 600 E, Rolling Prairie
Phone:  219-872-5055
Join with other knitters to show your products, get help if needed and purchase yarn to start a new project. Enjoy the atmosphere of good fellowship and inspiration. Last Saturday and Sunday of each month except December.
Michigan City Mainstreet Association's Farmers Market
May 1, 2010 - October 30, 2010
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Times: 8am - Noon
Website:   www.mcmainstreet.com
Location:  The Cormer of 8th and Washington Streets in Historic Downtown Michigan City
Phone:  219-879-5807
Flowers, baked goods, area grown fruits and vegetables, many specialty items and special programs are available every Saturday morning from the first weekend in May until the last weekend in October at the Michigan City Mainstreet Association's Farmers's Market.
Shipshewana Flea Market Opening Day
May 4, 2010 - October 27, 2010
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Times: 8am-5pm
Location:  Shipshwana Auction Grounds
Phone:  260-768-4129

Shipshewana Flea Market Opening Day


May 4 thru October 27   Every Tuesday and Wednesday 8am-5pm


Midwest's largest outdoor flea market with nearly 900 vendor booths.  Shop til you drop! Over 100 quality dealers across the street at the Antique Gallery.


PH: 260-768-4129 www.ShipshewanaFleaMarket.com


 

International Friendship Gardens
May 8, 2010 - October 31, 2010
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Times: Wed-Sun 10am-4pm
Location:  International Friendship Gardens, 2055 US Hwy 12, Michigan City
Phone:  219-878-9885
Admission:  $4 Adults; $10 Entire family; Yearly memberships available
110 acres of International Gardens for strolling, 2-1/2 miles of woodland trails, fishing, birding, wild life viewing, natural areas and formal gardens.
Riverside Marketplace
May 8, 2010 - October 30, 2010
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Times: Thursdays-Sundays
Location:  Pioneer Pier Development -- North at Hwy 35 & 12, Follow signs to market, Michigan City
Phone:  219-872-5980 or 219-508-5650
Market featuring locally grown produce and meats, local artisans and more.
Syracuse Artisan and Farmers Market
May 29, 2010 - October 23, 2010
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Times: Saturdays 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Website:   www.koscvb.org
Location:  Veterans' Memorial Park, 311 N Huntington St Syracuse IN 46567
Phone:  800-800-6090
Admission:  Free
The Syracuse Artisan and Farmer Market is  held at Veteran's Memorial Park at Crosson Mill on Saturdays from May 22 through mid October.  The Artisan and Farmer Market is open from 9:00 a.m. -  2:00 p.m. and is designed as an outlet for area residents to showcase their “Locally Grown and Hand Crafted” materials.  Spaces are available for reservation by contacting the Syracuse Parks Department by calling 574-457-3440, space rentals are $10 per week or $200 for the season.
Quilt Gardens Tour
May 31, 2010 - October 1, 2010
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Times: Most of the Gardens and Murals are accessible 24 hours a day
Location:  In Elkhart County and Shipshewana
Phone:  574.262.8161
Admission:  Free

Quilt Gardens Tour

From Memorial Day - October 1, 2010

2010 will feature 90,000 annuals planted in 17 gigantic gardens and 17 hand-painted super-sized murals all planted in the heart of Northern Indiana’s Amish Country.

33 unique designs, all bursting with color, each with its own special story, all placed along the nationally-recognized Heritage Trail Route.

A colorful patchwork . . . inspired by quilt designs... powered by imagination

Elkhart County’s Quilt Gardens Tour features a rainbow of annuals planted in artful combinations to form a colorful patchwork that will have you grabbing for your camera
Summer Music Series Presented by Coca-Cola
June 4, 2010 - September 26, 2010
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Times: Mon-Sat 9am-9pm; Sun 10am-6pm
Location:  Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets, 601 Wabash St, Michigan City
Phone:  219-879-6506
Music entertainment in courtyards on selected weekends.
Summer Music Series Presented by Coca-Cola
June 5, 2010 - September 26, 2010
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Times: Mon-Sat 9am-9pm; Sun 10am-6pm
Location:  Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets, 601 Wabash St, Michigan City
Phone:  219-879-6506
Music entertainment in courtyards on selected weekends.
Transforming Neighborhoods Through Gardening
June 6, 2010 - September 26, 2010
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Times: 3-5pm
Location:  803 Spring St, Michigan City
Phone:  219-872-2265
Beautiful, artful and colorful landscapes can work wonders in transforming our neighborhoods.
Village at Winona Arts Walk
June 11, 2010 - September 10, 2010
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Times: Fridays 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Website:   www.koscvb.org
Location:  Village at Winona, 900 Park Ave, Winona Lake IN 46590
Phone:  800-800-6090
Admission:  FREE
Walk The Village each second Friday from May - September.  There will be art for everyone as each shop features different "artistic" expressions.  Stop in each shop to quality for a monthly $150 gift drawing.
Phil Shore & Sherry Giryotas: Place
July 17, 2010 - September 12, 2010
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Times: Tues-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat & Sun 11am-4pm
Location:  Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 101 W 2nd St, At the Lakefront, Michigan City
Phone:  219-874-4900
Admission:  $3 donation
Natural objects are at the center of the sculptural and painted works of Phil Shore and Sherry Giryotas.
Sharon Gilmore & Donna Hapac
July 17, 2010 - September 19, 2010
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Times: Tues-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat & Sun 11am-4pm
Location:  Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 101 W 2nd St, At the Lakefront, Michigan City
Phone:  219-874-4900
Admission:  $3 donation
Utilizing and experimental, intuitive approach. Hapac constructs organic sculptural forms from natural and manufacturered materials. Gilmore's works use found objects to create archetypal or mythical items from nature.
Kosciusko County Farmers Market
July 24, 2010 - October 30, 2010
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Times: Mondays and Wednesdays 2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Website:   www.koscvb.org
Location:  Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, 1400 East Smith Street, Warsaw 46580
Phone:  800-800-6090
Admission:  FREE

The vendors at the market grow everything that is sold in Kosciusko County.  Items sold range from fresh fruits, vegetables, chicken, frozen pork, beef, honey, maple syrup, baked goods and crafts. 


The Kosciusko County Farmers Market is open Mondays and Wednesdays 2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.  The market is open May - October each year.  This is an outdoor market that is open in all weather.  The market is at the west entrance of the  fairgrounds.

Rock Frenzy II
August 16, 2010 - December 31, 2010
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Times: Hours by appointment
Website:   www.pnc.edu
Location:  Purdue North Central, Library-Student-Faculty Building, Assembly Hall, Rm 02, 1401 S US Hwy 421, Westville
Phone:  219-785-5719
Popular celebrity photographer Bobby Talamine returns with a new show featuring black and white photographs of rock stars captured while they are performing.
Steven Gross: Wedding Pictures
August 16, 2010 - December 31, 2010
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Times: Hours when building is open
Website:   www.pnc.edu
Location:  Purdue University North Central, 1401 S US Hwy 421, Westville, IN
Phone:  219-785-5719
Black and white wedding shots from popular Chicago photographer, Steven Gross; this artist will have two simultaneous exhibits at PNC.
Harboring Big Ships: A Pictorial History of the Michigan City Lakefront
September 1, 2010 - October 30, 2010
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Times: Tues-Sat 10am-4:30pm
Location:  LaPorte County Historical Society Museum, 2405 Indiana Ave, LaPorte
Phone:  219-324-6767
Admission:  $3 LaPorte County Adults; $5 Out-of-County; $3 Ages 12-17, Under 12 Free

This exhibit features hundreds of historic photos of steamships, sailing ships, captains and crews and related vintage lakefront scenes.

Of the Earth: Steel, Stone, Wood & Clay
September 3, 2010 - September 26, 2010
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Times: Fri 3-7pm; Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 12-5pm
Location:  724 Franklin St, Michigan City
Phone:  219-871-1590
Sculpture and Ceramics Exhibit
The Walking Dead & Other Mysteries
September 8, 2010 - September 15, 2010
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Times: 6pm
Website:   www.lapcat.org
Location:  Coolspring Branch, 7089 W 400 N, Michigan City; Main Library, 904 Indiana Ave, LaPorte
Phone:  219-362-6156
9/8 Coolpsring Branch; 9/15 Main Library. Bob Cutler of Cutler Funeral Home will talk about the Curious Life of Human Cadavers including incidents when a person is pronounced dead and spontaneously comes back to life. For adults and teens.
Dunebrook Speakeasy
September 11, 2010
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Times: Cocktails begin at 5pm
Location:  The Allure, 301 B St, LaPorte
Phone:  219-874-0007
Includes dinner, live and silent auction and Lester Radke Award presentation.
Valparaiso Popcorn Festival
September 11, 2010
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Times: 7 a.m. - 6:30 p.m
Website:   valparaisoevents.com
Location:  Downtown Valparaiso
Phone:  219.464.8332
Admission:  None

Home to Orville's empire and the nation's original popcorn parade. This 32 year-old festival has something for everyone including entertainment, arts & crafts, food and plenty of activities for all to enjoy.

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