Deena Butterfield
Deena Butterfield is a freelance reporter for the Post-Tribune.
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‘Like adult trick-or-treating’: Valparaiso Chocolate Walk draws hundreds downtown
The sweet smell of chocolate and the promise of unique treats and experiences drew a crowd to downtown Valparaiso Saturday.

Poetry comes alive for Black History Month at Valparaiso University
Snapping fingers replaced applause for students reading poetry Wednesday at Valparaiso University.

Penguin Project production makes waves for artists, mentors and audience
Hide Tide Cabaret lived up to its motto, “We’re making waves,” as family and community members came to see mentors and artists with The Penguin Project.

Porter County’s history on tap in Valparaiso with show-and-tell
Almost 40 people gathered in the Washington Street Tap Room in Valparaiso to attend a quarterly event called “History on Tap.”

Valparaiso University welcomes alumni, families for weekend of events
Alumni and families gathered at Valparaiso University for Homecoming and Family Weekend on campus.

Expert: Summer heat can be stressful for amphibians
Meadowbrook Nature Preserve in Valparaiso is a place to explore and learn more about the life cycle of the amphibian. More than 30 people gathered there on a recent Saturday...

Ticks, Lyme disease on upswing with milder winters, development near wooded areas
Ticks and Lyme disease may be on the increase for an assortment of reasons, experts said, including milder winters.

Critters take over at Meadowbrook Nature Preserve as programming starts at new amphitheater
Meadowbrook Nature Preserve hosted one of its first events at the amphitheater, located on the property in Liberty Township.

Self-defense class for women, girls also offers lessons in safety and resilience
"Fight Like a Girl" gives women and girls the tools they need to avoid safety threats and respond to them when necessary.

Active Kids Day in Valparaiso offers musical instruments and fun for kids, resources for parents
Downtown Valparaiso’s Central Park Plaza was full of families enjoying Active Kids Day, sponsored by the Valparaiso Parks Department.
