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Saturday, July 25th, 2026

Cedar Lake Farmers Market - NEW Weekend Market & Updated Schedule! 🌼🫛

| Local Events | Cedar Lake Town Grounds · Cedar Lake

Things to Do in Northwest Indiana - Events, Festivals, Family Fun & More

| Local Events

Cap-A-Thon: Turn Plastic Caps Into a Free Community Table or Bench

| Recycling | Lake County Solid Waste Management District · Merrillville

Blueberry Picking Around NWI 🫐

| Local Events

100+ Festivals & Fairs in Northwest Indiana 🎪🎡

| Shows, Festivals, and Fairs

Things to Do this Weekend in Northwest Indiana, July 23-26 🎡🎢

| Local Events

Back-to-School Events - Free Backpacks, Supplies, Giveaways & Family Fun! 🎒🖍️

| Local Events

Northwest Indiana Market Guide 🥕🍎🌷

| Local Events

LEAP OF FAITH

| Arts and Entertainment | Reinhart Auditorium · MERRILLVILLE

🌸 Craft Shows & Vendor Fairs in Northwest Indiana 🐝

| Shopping

Footloose at Memorial Opera House

| Local Events | Memorial Opera House · Valparaiso

City of La Porte LakeFest

| Shows, Festivals, and Fairs

Northwest Indiana Community Resource Guide Made Possible by our Community Partners 🫶

| Local Events

Northwest Indiana Car Shows & Cruises 🚦🚗 🏁

| Local Events

The Best Steakhouses in Northwest Indiana 🥩

| Local Events

Strike Up Some Fun: Bowling Centers in Northwest Indiana 🎳

| Sports and Recreation

Summer Concert Series & Live Music in Northwest Indiana 🎵☀️

| Local Events

Porter County Fair July 23-August 1 🎡

| Shows, Festivals, and Fairs | Porter County Fair · Valparaiso

JOB OPENINGS IN NORTHWEST INDIANA AND THE CHICAGO AREA

| Local Events

Crafts at the Crossroads Handmade Craft Show 🧶🖼️

| 9:00 am | Arts and Entertainment | Schererville Community Center · Schererville

Coffee & Cars - Blue Top - Crown Point Corvette Club

| 9:00 am | Local Events | Blue Top · Highland

The Daily Drip Small Business Saturday Pop-up Market 🛒☕

| 9:00 am | Local Events | The Daily Drip · DYER

Apple Blossom Trails Craft & Farmers Market 🍎🚜

| 10:00 am | Local Events | Apple Blossom Trails · Crown Point

Scheeringa Farms Annual Corn Roast

| 10:30 am | Local Events | Scheeringa Farms · Highland

Greater Gary Downtown Marketplace

| 12:00 pm | Local Events | Downtown Gary · Gary

Bingo at the Library! at Lake Station-New Chicago Branch Library

| 3:00 pm | Library Events | Lake Station-New Chicago Branch · Lake Station

Whiting KofC Beer Garden

| 5:00 pm | Promotional | Whiting K of C Hall · Whiting

South Shore Summer Music Festival - FREE Outdoor Concerts

| 7:30 pm | Arts and Entertainment

El Salto Mexican Restaurant
⭐ 5 Convenient Locations

• Cedar Lake
• Merrillville
• Munster
• Schererville
• Valparaiso
🌮FRESH, AUTHENTIC
MEXICAN CUISINE🌮
Click HERE for our Coupon

D-BAT Schererville

🚨 NEW Location 🚨
📍 815 Willowbrook Drive
⚾ Baseball & Softball Training 🥎
🧢 Batting Cages • Pitching Tunnels
🏆 Lessons • Camps • Clinics
🎯 All Ages & Skill Levels
𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗱. 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿.
View Their Website
(219) 203-3228

Jalapenos

Authentic Mexican, Modern Twist
🎤 Bingo & Karaoke Wednesdays
🍹 Happy Hour Specials
🌶️ Fresh Ingredients
🧑‍🍳 Top Notch Flavors
🛵 Delivery Available
📍 Local for 20+ Years
(219) 864-8862

Powers Health

🧑‍⚕️Primary Care
🩺Cancer Care
💓Heart Care
🦴Orthopedics
👩‍🦰Women's Health
✨AND MORE!
Learn More
219-836-3477

Biggby Coffee - Highland

*Lattes *Teas *Hot Chocolate
*BIGGBY Blast & Red Bull Mocktails
*Creme Freeze Smoothies & More!
(219) 217-2602

Merrillville Greek Fest

Get ready for three days of food, fun, and culture at Greek Fest!
AUGUST 21, 22, 23
📍 8000 Madison Street, Merrillville
Click HERE for more info!

Sunday, July 26th, 2026

Food Bank of Northwest Indiana Mobile Market 🍎

| Charity, Fundraiser

Northwest Indiana Community Resource Guide Made Possible by our Community Partners 🫶

| Local Events

City of La Porte LakeFest

| Shows, Festivals, and Fairs

Get $10 OFF the Works Package at Webb Ford 💥

| Shopping | Webb Ford · Highland

Things to Do this Weekend in Northwest Indiana, July 23-26 🎡🎢

| Local Events

Footloose at Memorial Opera House

| Local Events | Memorial Opera House · Valparaiso

LEAP OF FAITH

| Arts and Entertainment | Reinhart Auditorium · MERRILLVILLE

100+ Festivals & Fairs in Northwest Indiana 🎪🎡

| Shows, Festivals, and Fairs

Strong Work. Solid Promise. We Resurface It Right, So You Can Enjoy It for Years.

| Promotional

Things to Do in Northwest Indiana - Events, Festivals, Family Fun & More

| Local Events

Northwest Indiana Market Guide 🥕🍎🌷

| Local Events

Paintball and Laser Tag in Northwest Indiana

| Sports and Recreation

Porter County Fair July 23-August 1 🎡

| Shows, Festivals, and Fairs | Porter County Fair · Valparaiso

Is Your Furnace in Need of a Repair? Does Your Air Conditioner Need a Check-Up? 🩺

| Local Events

JOB OPENINGS IN NORTHWEST INDIANA AND THE CHICAGO AREA

| Local Events

Indiana Dunes State Park Clean Ups

| 8:00 am | Local Events | Indiana Dunes State Park · Chesterton

Senior Care Insurance Services

Turning 65 or Older?
Best in Medicare Supplement
Medicare Advantage
Medicare Prescription/Part D
PROUD TO BE LOCAL SINCE 1987
*Crown Point *Merrillville *Munster
*Schererville *Valparaiso
(219) 736-7800

Casa Del Mar

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN BAR & GRILL
🍳 Famous Mexican Egg Dishes — Served All Day!
🍹 Menu & Drink Specials
🫔 Traditional Cuisine
🎤 Live Entertainment
(219) 836-5050

City of Crown Point

Aug 4 – National Night Out
Sept 12 – Wine Fest
Sept 20 – Touch-a-Truck
Every Tuesday - Car Cruise
Every Saturday - Farmers Market
Click HERE for Details or call (219) 661-2271

Hoosier Buddy

MOVING DONE RIGHT-
EVERY TIME.
✅ Free quotes
✅ Licensed & Insured
✅ Modern equipment
✅ Flexible scheduling
No hidden fees.
No stress.
Just quality that moves you.
FREE ONE HOUR OF MOVING
(219) 881-8819

Monday, July 27th, 2026

Back-to-School Events - Free Backpacks, Supplies, Giveaways & Family Fun! 🎒🖍️

| Local Events

Ophthalmic Technician Needed in Hobart & Merrillville – No Nights or Weekends! Apply Today!💥

| Local Events | Deen Gross Eye Centers · Merrillville

Things to Do in Northwest Indiana - Events, Festivals, Family Fun & More

| Local Events

Northwest Indiana Community Resource Guide Made Possible by our Community Partners 🫶

| Local Events

100+ Festivals & Fairs in Northwest Indiana 🎪🎡

| Shows, Festivals, and Fairs

Kids Summer Camp at The Sparta Dome (age groups: 4-6 & 7-10) 🎮⚽️🏈

| Local Events | Sparta Dome · Crown Point

Porter County Fair July 23-August 1 🎡

| Shows, Festivals, and Fairs | Porter County Fair · Valparaiso

JOB OPENINGS IN NORTHWEST INDIANA AND THE CHICAGO AREA

| Local Events

D-BAT Schererville Summer Camp (ages 6-12) ⚾

| 9:00 am | Sports and Recreation | Schererville

Free Dementia Cafe

| 10:00 am | Seniors, Retirement | FREE Memory Cafe · Crown Point

Dinosaur Pirates: A Roz Puppets Performance at Merrillville Branch Library

| 11:00 am | Library Events | Merrillville Branch · Merrillville

Storytime: Ages 4-5 at Griffith-Calumet Branch Library

| 1:00 pm | Library Events | Griffith-Calumet Branch Library · Griffith

Book Discussion at Griffith-Calumet Branch Library

| 4:00 pm | Library Events | Griffith-Calumet Branch Library · Griffith

Puzzle Challenge: Ages 16 & Over at Dyer-Schererville Branch Library

| 6:00 pm | Library Events | Dyer-Schererville Branch · Schererville

Book Discussion at Lake Station-New Chicago Branch Library

| 6:00 pm | Library Events | Lake Station-New Chicago Branch · Lake Station

Teen Craft: Pet Rock at Highland Branch Library

| 6:00 pm | Library Events | Highland Branch Library · Highland

Monday Night Adult D&D at Munster Branch Library

| 6:00 pm | Library Events | Munster Branch · Munster

Adult Mystery Club: Whodunit? at Hobart Branch Library

| 6:00 pm | Library Events | Hobart Branch Library · Hobart

Summer Self Defense Class

| 7:15 pm | Special Interest | Kempo Jujutsu Martial Arts Academy · Highland

Off Square Brewing

*Beer *Wine *Sangria
*Live Music *Event Room
*House Made Apps *Salads *Woodfire Oven *Sandwiches *Brunch *House Brewed Root Beer
*Catering *Pet-Friendly Patio
(219) 310-8898

Riviera Maya Taco & Tequila Bar

🥑 Fresh Ingredients
☀️ Outdoor Patio 🎉 Good Vibes
🍹 Great Drinks 🌯 Delicious Food
Save $5 with our Coupon
(219) 237-2363

Total Roofing & Construction Services Inc.

MORE THAN JUST ROOFING
Your home deserves
a trusted partner.
✔ Roofing
✔ Siding
✔ Windows
✔ Doors
✔ Gutters
✔ Storm Restoration
$500 OFF
219-227-9292

Apple Blossom Trails

🛍️ Craft & Farmers Markets
🎉 Parties & Events
💍 Rustic Barn Weddings
🐴 Horse Camps & Boarding
Click Here For Schedule

Tuesday, July 28th, 2026

Food Pantries in Northwest Indiana 🥫

| Charity, Fundraiser

Reliable, Lifetime BCI Warranty for Your New Bathroom with NWI Baths

| Local Events

LEAP OF FAITH

| Arts and Entertainment | Reinhart Auditorium · MERRILLVILLE

Make Tonight an Italian Night 🍝

| Special Interest | Giovanni's Restaurant · Munster

Northwest Indiana Golfing ⛳

| Sports and Recreation

Indiana Dunes FAQs: State Park vs. National Park Explained ⛰️🌊

| Local Events

Lend a Hand! Volunteer Opportunities in Northwest Indiana!

| Local Events

Music Bingo at Public Bar & Rec - win cash!🎵🎶

| Local Events | Crown Point

July Health & Safety Reminders with Kids First Pediatrics on 30 — Voted Best in Pediatric Care! 🚨

| Local Events | Kids First Pediatrics on 30 · Dyer

Northwest Indiana Community Resource Guide Made Possible by our Community Partners 🫶

| Local Events

100+ Festivals & Fairs in Northwest Indiana 🎪🎡

| Shows, Festivals, and Fairs

Northwest Indiana Market Guide 🥕🍎🌷

| Local Events

Things to Do in Northwest Indiana - Events, Festivals, Family Fun & More

| Local Events

Northwest Indiana Car Shows & Cruises 🚦🚗 🏁

| Local Events

Northwest Indiana Cooling Centers 🧡❄️🔥

| Local Events

Summer Concert Series & Live Music in Northwest Indiana 🎵☀️

| Local Events

Fun Things To Do Around NWI All Year Long!

| Local Events

JOB OPENINGS IN NORTHWEST INDIANA AND THE CHICAGO AREA

| Local Events

Porter County Fair July 23-August 1 🎡

| Shows, Festivals, and Fairs | Porter County Fair · Valparaiso

Storytime: Ages 4-6 at St. John Branch Library

| 10:15 am | Library Events | St. John Branch Library · St. John

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth-23 months at Highland Branch Library

| 10:30 am | Library Events | Highland Branch Library · Highland

Paint’n Time at Hobart Branch Library

| 10:30 am | Library Events | Hobart Branch Library · Hobart

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 months at Dyer-Schererville Branch Library

| 10:30 am | Library Events | Dyer-Schererville Branch · Schererville

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 months at Hobart Branch Library

| 10:30 am | Library Events | Hobart Branch Library · Hobart

Storytime: Ages 4-5 at Merrillville Branch Library

| 10:30 am | Library Events | Merrillville Branch · Merrillville

Storytime: Ages 2-3 at Munster Branch Library

| 10:30 am | Library Events | Munster Branch · Munster

Mini Movers: Ages Birth-23 Months at Dyer-Schererville Branch Library

| 11:00 am | Library Events | Dyer-Schererville Branch · Schererville

All Ability: Gaming at Griffith-Calumet Branch Library

| 11:00 am | Library Events | Griffith-Calumet Branch Library · Griffith

Popcorn in the Park 🍿

| 11:00 am | Local Events

Storytime: Ages 2-3 at Griffith-Calumet Branch Library

| 11:30 am | Library Events | Griffith-Calumet Branch Library · Griffith

Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 months at Cedar Lake Branch

| 11:30 am | Library Events | Cedar Lake Branch Library · Cear Lake

Toddler Play Session at Griffith-Calumet Branch Library

| 12:00 pm | Library Events | Griffith-Calumet Branch Library · Griffith

Book Discussion at Highland Branch Library

| 3:00 pm | Library Events | Highland Branch Library · Highland

Teen: Adventurers Wanted! at Cedar Lake Branch

| 4:00 pm | Library Events | Cedar Lake Branch Library · Cear Lake

Teen StarFinder at Munster Branch Library

| 4:30 pm | Library Events | Munster Branch · Munster

Video Game and Hang at Merrillville Branch Library

| 6:00 pm | Library Events | Merrillville Branch · Merrillville

Video Game and Hang at Merrillville Branch Library

| 6:00 pm | Library Events | Merrillville Branch · Merrillville

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Baseball Card Exchange

💥 𝗔𝗟𝗪𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗕𝗨𝗬𝗜𝗡𝗚 💥
709B US 41, Schererville
M-F 10-7 S/S 10-5
Learn More Here
(219) 319-0197

Sparta Dome

*Leagues *Tournaments
*Special Events *Indoor Camps
*Youth Programs *Birthday Parties
*All in a State-of-the-Art Climate Controlled Environment!
(219) 224-3663

Giovanni's Restaurant

FAMILY-OWNED
ITALIAN FAVORITE SINCE 1966
🍷 Daily Specials & Seasonal Drinks
🍝 Italian Classics, Pizza & Steak
🎶 Live Music — All Genres
(219) 836-6220

Kids First Pediatrics on 30

Pediatrics & Pediatric Endocrinology
Board-Certified Pediatricians
VOTED "BEST OF THE REGION"
17 YEARS IN A ROW!
(219) 322-8534

Van Drunen Outdoor Living

𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀
Your Vision. Our Precision.
Driveway. Patio. Walkway. Deck.
Rubber Stone. Vuba Stone.
Beautiful. Safe. Built to Last.
(219) 765-1541

Lake County Fair

August 7 - 16, 2026
*Carnival Rides *Food
*All-Star Monster Truck Show
*Petting Zoo *Rodeo *Contests
*Horse & Pony Shows *Demonstrations
*Entertainment & More!
CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

Complete Spine & Sport

✨ Movement is Medicine
🔹 Performance-focused treatments
🔹 Customized chiropractic care
🔹 Injury recovery & prevention
🔹 Reduce discomfort naturally
🔹 Restore function & mobility
Begin Your Journey to Optimal Performance Today.
(219) 924-2112

American Paving Services

🚜 Excavation & Site Utilities
👷 Union Crews, In-House Work
🅿️ Parking Lots, Driveways, Milling
🚧 Commercial & Residential Paving
ONE TEAM. ONE CONTRACT.
ZERO RUNAROUND.
👉 Start Your Free Quote Today
(219) 587-9002

NorthShore Health Centers

NWI Baths

🔸Lifetime Warranty
🔸Women-Owned Business
🔸BBB Accredited A+ Rating
🔸Slip-Resistant Walk-In Tubs
🔸PuroStone Surface Technology
🔸One-Day Remodels/Conversions
Save $1500 NOW with our COUPON
(219) 419-7439

Webb Ford

*Over 50 Years of Service*
New & Used Cars/Trucks/SUV's
Pre-Owned Vehicles
Financing Available
Parts & Service
(219) 924-3400

Umi Sushi & Lounge

NORTHWEST INDIANA'S
SUSHI DESTINATION!
(219) 262-7652

Dyer Parks & Recreation

June 11-14 - Summer Fest
June 16 & 30 - Summer Concert
July 1 - Bike Parade
July 14 & 28 - Summer Concert
Click HERE or call for details.
(219) 661-2271

Cherries & Berries
Pancake House

🥞Fluffy Pancakes
🍒Fresh Berries
🍳Breakfast
🥪Lunch
✨Fresh Ingredients-Locally Sourced
219-250-5101

Wonderlane Events

KIDCHELLA IS COMING TO NWI!🎉
📅 August 1, 2026
⏰ 11AM–4PM
📍 Sunset Hill Farm
🎧 Silent Disco
🍹 Mocktail Garden
👑 Mama Lounge
🎨 Tie-Dye Station
🫧 Foam Party
🌸 Flower Crown Station
🛍️ Vendor Village
✨ And More!
Click HERE for tickets!