Circus festival spotlights Peru’s heritage
The circus holds a fascinating chapter in America's evolving history. Recently, that history has included the growth of the theatrical Cirque du Soleil and its addition of technology to the...
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Native American heritage on display in Michigan City
Friendship Botanic Gardens in Michigan City is looking to the future with a new focus, new partnerships and new installations, but also looking to the past with events like their...
Cedar Lake celebrates 50 years with Summerfest
The 4th of July isn't until next Tuesday, but in Cedar Lake, the celebration starts on Friday and lasts five days with Cedar Lake Summerfest. The festivities include a kid's...
Solar eclipse programs prepare for August event
It will be an awesome sight: yet, watching could be hazardous to your health. A solar eclipse will happen on Monday, August 21, and with time to prepare, two local...
Unleash your inner superhero this weekend
Three upcoming activities invite you to unleash your inner super hero, and to have some family fun while you do. * You'll be sure to notice ninjas, watch wizards and...
MCA celebrates 50 years with Murakami exhibit
The Museum of Contemporary Art has big plans for celebrating its 50th anniversary. Last week's unveiling of the new exhibit, "Takashi Murakami: The Octopus Eats Its Own Leg", kicked off...
Fun float ideal for novice paddlers
Though it may still be too cold to get in the water, this is a good time to start getting on the water to paddle area waterways. The Northwest Indiana...
Lake festivals offer wealth of activities
Make a splash at two lake festivals this weekend. You can enjoy a fun variety of free lake activities at both while also learning about efforts that help keep the...
Lowell observatory has Jupiter in its sights
An out-of-this-world experience awaits visitors to Saturday's free Thomas Conway Observatory Open House in Lowell, where the planet Jupiter will be the star of the show. The open house is...
Treat mom to gardens filled with flowers
If the mom in your life likes flowers, why not give her a whole garden for Mother's Day. With spring blooms near their peak, time spent together at a destination...