Hammond
Bishop Noll Institute: 1519 Hoffman St. — Inspiring Presence, a eucharistic encounter for all ages, will take place beginning at 7:30 a.m. Aug. 26 at Bishop Noll Institute in Hammond. There will be a 9 a.m. mass followed by sessions beginning at 10:30 a.m. and a lunch at noon. The cost is $20 for adults and $10 for students. Children under 5 are free. Registration is available online here https://dcgary.org/event/inspiring-presence
Hobart
Hobart First United Methodist Church: 654 E. 4th St — All are welcome to an outdoor service with Hobart First UMC and Marquette Park UMC July 23. Sunday workship begins at 10:15.
Merrillville
Jazz and Gospel Fest: 6600 Broadway — The Dean & Barbara White Community Center will have the 2023 Northwest Indiana Jazz and Gospel fest from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. July 29. There will be four live bands, food vendors, giveaways and more. Tickets are $10. For more information and to purchase tickets, check the Jazz and Gospel Fest website. https://charbriashine.com/nwijazzgospelfest
Valparaiso
Valparaiso Baptist Church: 612 Emmettsburg St. — There will be a midweek bible study from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 26 at Valparaiso Baptist Church. For more information call 219-464-1443.
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