Wicker Memorial Park Summer Concert Series 2008

Wicker Memorial Park-Highland, IN

Indianapolis Blvd. & Ridge Road

Highland, IN

219-923-3830

Doors open at 6pm/Concert 8pm-11pm

Social Center Hall DJ 11pm-1am

Lake County, Indiana Crown Point-Old Courthouse Square, every Sat., 8am-1pm. Highland's Farmers Market-9am-1pm, Main Square-June 14 to Oct. 11. Jansen's Michigan Fruit Market-everything, 8:30am-8pm, 7 days, US. 6, & Rt. 51, Hobart, 219-962-122...

Lake County, Indiana

Crown Point-Old Courthouse Square, every Sat., 8am-1pm.

Highland's Farmers Market-9am-1pm, Main Square-June 14 to Oct. 11.

Jansen's Michigan Fruit Market-everything, 8:30am-8pm, 7 days, US. 6, & Rt. 51, Hobart, 219-962-1224.

Johnson Farm Produce-vegetables, strawberries, rasberries, 8am-6pm, 8960 E. Ridge Rd. Hobart, 219-962-1383.

Johnson Farm Produce-vegetables, strawberries, rasberries, 8am-6pm.718 W. US Hwy. 30, Valparaiso, 219-759-6359.

Lane's End Farm-vegetables, herbs, organic fresh produce, Thurs.-Sat. 8am-5pm, Sun. 8am-11am, Lowell, 219-696-3225.

Remus Farms-vegetables, fruits, plants, flowers, Mon.-Sat., 8am-6pm, Sun. 8am-5pm, 9380 E. Ridge Road, Hobart, 219-962-6738.

Sappers Farm Market-flowers, fruits, vegetables, homemade goods, open all year, St. Rd. 51, 219-942-4995.

Scheeringer Farms & Produce-8am-6pm, flowers May-June; produce July-Oct., 9436 Cline Ave., Highland, 219-838-6369.

Porter County

Valparaiso's Farmers Market-when season starts, June-Oct./Tues. & Thurs. & Sat., Court House Square, downtown. May Sat. only.

Andy's-open all year, variety of plants, fruits, & vegetables in season, 921 U.S. 20, Chesterton, 219-926-3141.

Birky Family Farms Country Market-homegrown vegetables, local fruit, bedding plants, specialty frozen pork, 506 S. St. Rd. 49, 6 mi. south of US on St. Rd. 49, Valparaiso, 219-462-4150.

Keel's Country Corner-flowers, vegetables & more, 294 E. 600 N. Valparaiso, (1 mi. E. off 49 bipass on 600 N.).

Schoolhouse Shop & Antiques-May-Oct., Fri. & Sat., 10am-4pm, 2 mi. E.of 49, off US 20, Chesterton, 219-926-1551.

Windy Ridge Farm-produce in season, lawn ornaments, nursery, Mon.-Sat. 9am-6pm, Sun. 10am-4pm, 253 E. 150 S., Valparaiso, 219-548-7229.

LaPorte County

LaPorte Farmers Market-every Sat., 7am-every Sat., 7am-1pm, May-Oct., corner of State St. & Michigan Ave., 219-362-8220.

Mark's Family Farm Market & Greenhouses-vegetables, flowers, 10am-5pm, 4374 W. US 20, LaPorte, 219-873-0624.

Michigan Ciy-Farmers' Market-every Sat., 8:30am-1:30pm, May-Oct., corner of 8th & Washington, 219-874-3647.

Lake County, Indiana County Line Orchard-17 u-pick apples, pumpkins, open in mid-August every day from 9am-6pm. Baked goods, jams, gifts, honey, 1 mile south of U.S. 6 on County Line Rd., Hobart 219-947-4477. Johnson Farm Produce-strawberries, in s...

Lake County, Indiana

County Line Orchard-17 u-pick apples, pumpkins, open in mid-August every day from 9am-6pm. Baked goods, jams, gifts, honey, 1 mile south of U.S. 6 on County Line Rd., Hobart 219-947-4477.

Johnson Farm Produce-strawberries, in season, 8960 E. Ridge Road, Hobart, 219-962-1383.

Mowry's Fruit Farm-u-pick apples, open Aug.-Nov., honey, apple butter, apple cider, 2411 E. 109th St., Crown Point, 219-663-4782. 

Porter County, Indiana

Anderson Orchards & Winery-u-pick apples and pumpkins. Open year-round with plants, wine vegetables, bakery, 430 E. U.S.6, Valparaiso, 219-464-4936.

Peterich's-Aug.-Oct., red rasberries, 1371 Old Porter Rd., Porter, 219-926-06410

Laporte County, Indiana

Burek Farms, Strawberries, 0381 E. 400 S., LaPorte, 219-393-5349

Blueberry Dunes-u-pick blueberries, open July-Aug., Open morning to dusk, 10352 N. Hwy. 39, LaPorte, 219-324-6335.

Coulters' Farm Produce-u-pick pumpkins, purchase asparagus, tomatoes, apples. Daily 8am-6pm, 5433 s. U.S. 421, Westville, 219-785-2406.

Red Radke Orchard-8999 W. 200 N. Michigan City, 219-872-3140.

Garwood Orchards-Apples, resberries & pumpkins (Sat. & sun only,) Beginning in July close 5:30pm. On site farmer's market open daily 8am-7;30pm, 5911 W. 50 S., LaPorte, 219-362-4385.

Radke's Orchard-apples, pumpkins and gourds, 8999 W. 200 N. Michigan City, 219-872-3140.

Rosey's Berry Farm-strawberries, rasberries, 7am-7pm, 1066 N. 1150 W. Michigan City, 219-874-2981.

Siegesmund Berry Farm-blueberries, 8am-6pm, 8131 S. 900 West, Wanatah, 219-733-2259.

State Line Blueberries-(June) 9 varieties, jam, honeu & maple syrup, 9957 Frontage Rd., Michigan City.

Sun-Acre Fruit Farm-apples, apricots, cantaloupe, cherries, peaches, pears, plums, 4 mi. N. of US 20 on City Rd., E. Rolling Prairie.

Blue Sky Blueberry Farm-u-pick blueberries, open June-Aug., Open 7am-7pm, Hwy. 421, 3 miles south of U.S. 30,  15552 S. 1050 W., Wanatah. 219-733-2416.

State Line Blueberries, (June) 9 varieties, jam, honeu & maple syrup, 9957 Frontage Rd., Michigan City.

Beaches at Lake Etta and Whihala Beach Open for the seasonThe beaches at Lake Etta and Whihala Beach are open from Saturday, May 24 through Labor Day (excluding weekdays the last two weeks of August).  Times are 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. on weekends ...

Beaches at Lake Etta and Whihala Beach Open for the season
The beaches at Lake Etta and Whihala Beach are open from Saturday, May 24 through Labor Day (excluding weekdays the last two weeks of August).  Times are 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. on weekends and 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. on weekdays when weather conditions permit.  Parking fees are charged at both parks.  There is a $2 per person fee for the Lake Etta water slides.

On Display...A collection of Chicago lakefront and Indiana Dunes photography, Doherty Images on Display at Gallery One, 757 Indian Boundary Road, Chesterton, IN 219-926-9911 and Galaxy Arts, 233 Ridge Road, Munster, IN 219-836-6033 "Chicago Tranq...

On Display...A collection of Chicago lakefront and Indiana Dunes photography,

Doherty Images on Display at Gallery One, 757 Indian Boundary Road, Chesterton, IN 219-926-9911 and Galaxy Arts, 233 Ridge Road, Munster, IN 219-836-6033

"Chicago Tranquility" - Photography by Pete Doherty

See collection at: http://dohertyimages.com/

Summer with the Symphony...bring a blanket and bottle of wine as the Whiting Festival Symphony Orchestra & Chorus performs under the stars.  This is one of Whiting's most delightful summer events.  Held in the pavilion and heard on the ...

Summer with the Symphony...bring a blanket and bottle of wine as the Whiting Festival Symphony Orchestra & Chorus performs under the stars.  This is one of Whiting's most delightful summer events.  Held in the pavilion and heard on the surrounding hillside in Whiting's Lakefront Park, the event symphonies are presented free to the public by the Whiting Park Festival Orchestra.

August 2
August 16
August 31

Exhibit pays tribute to 56 sports legends from Northwest Indiana including athletes, teams, Olympians, coaches and contributors.  Photographs, historical facts and biographical information will be on display to teach young and old the region's r...

Exhibit pays tribute to 56 sports legends from Northwest Indiana including athletes, teams, Olympians, coaches and contributors.  Photographs, historical facts and biographical information will be on display to teach young and old the region's rich sports history.

2008 South Shore Sports Legends
James Arthur "Jim" Bradley
Donald Elser
Milo (Milan) Komenich
1937 Hammond High Wildcats Football Team
Tom Stokes

2008 Contributing South Shore Sports Legend
Ray Nichels

Harvest of Fun is located on the grounds of the Lowell American grounds.  There will be a huge garage sale on Thursday and antique auction on Friday evening.  Other events and activities include; food, beer tent, crafts, entertainment, amus...

Harvest of Fun is located on the grounds of the Lowell American grounds.  There will be a huge garage sale on Thursday and antique auction on Friday evening.  Other events and activities include; food, beer tent, crafts, entertainment, amusement rides and a kiddie parade on Sunday followed by fireworks Sunday evening.  Join us for the oldest and longest running parade on Monday at 10:00 am. 

Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets will host their annual Labor Day Side Walk Sale.  Participating stores provide savings of up to 70%.  This sidewalk sale is perfect for finding bargains on back-to-school needs.

The festival includes games, raffles, beer garden, food, music and live entertainment.

Looking for U-Pick Farms and Farmers Markets in Northwest Indiana? Check out this Purdue University Agriculture site: http://www.ces.purdue.edu/anr/anr/anr/farmersmkts.html

Hobart
County Line Orchard
Late August to October 31
U-Pick Apples, pumpkins, indian corn, gourds
Hobart, IN

Features Amish vegetables, jams, breads, and other goods

Unique wood hand carving demonstrations by this talented group. Live demonstrations by the Lake County Whittlers. Hand carved items available at the Indiana Welcome Center Gift Shop.

Open daily from 10am to 4pm. The John Dillinger Museum “Crime doesn’t pay”, is now open in the award-winning Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond, IN. Guests are invited to learn about the birth of the FBI as they chase the John Dillinger and his gang t...

Open daily from 10am to 4pm. The John Dillinger Museum “Crime doesn’t pay”, is now open in the award-winning Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond, IN. Guests are invited to learn about the birth of the FBI as they chase the John Dillinger and his gang through the Midwest. The museum includes interactive displays, life-size wax figures and educational and historical displays. Included are the notable “death trousers” (the pants Dillinger was wearing when he was shot outside of the Biograph Theater in Chicago), the infamous wooden gun, Dillinger’s lucky rabbits foot and more.

See the square transform back to the cool era of hot rods and muscle cars while oldies music fills the air.  Location for July 31-August 14 is Beacon Hill Plaza on Broadway.  Join us for this free event on Thursday evenings.

Dyer's Hometown Celebration will be held on Saturday, September 6th from 1-11pm in the Jewel Parking lot at us 30 and Calument Avenue.There will be a car show, entertainment, beer garden, fireworks, information and food vendors!The Farmer's Market wi...

Dyer's Hometown Celebration will be held on Saturday, September 6th from 1-11pm in the Jewel Parking lot at us 30 and Calument Avenue.
There will be a car show, entertainment, beer garden, fireworks, information and food vendors!
The Farmer's Market will be held each Saturday from May 3 through October 18, 2008 at 1443 119th in front of City Hall.  The market will feature fresh produce and Amish Specialties such as homemade bread and honey and will operate between the hours of 8 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Weekly Farmers market from 8:00 a.m. til 1:00 p.m. every Sunday. Held at Community Hospital outpatient parking lot, 9600 U.S. 41 in St. John. Fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers and plants from local growers. Homemade pastries, bread, sauces are a favor...

Weekly Farmers market from 8:00 a.m. til 1:00 p.m. every Sunday. Held at Community Hospital outpatient parking lot, 9600 U.S. 41 in St. John. Fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers and plants from local growers. Homemade pastries, bread, sauces are a favorite with the customers. Vendors available with coffees and hot-dogs. Some local crafters and artists display their works with personalized items available. Local vendors offer a variety of grass fed beef, poultry, lamb and pork for consideration.

LDMA's Bread & Cheese Day!Along the Sidewalks of Historic Downtown Lowell2:00 p.m. to 6:00 (or until sold out)(219) 696-6487Join us under the umbrellad booth for fresh baked artisan Labriola Bread and Award winning Fair Oaks cheeses.  While ...

LDMA's Bread & Cheese Day!
Along the Sidewalks of Historic Downtown Lowell
2:00 p.m. to 6:00 (or until sold out)
(219) 696-6487
Join us under the umbrellad booth for fresh baked artisan Labriola Bread and
Award winning Fair Oaks cheeses.  While here enjoy meandering throughout the
quaint shops and restaurants housed in our Historic buildings.  Produce and other booths will join us occasionally througout the year. 
The Historic Shopping & Dining District is located on Commercial Avenue (Rt.2) just
minutes west of I 65 or east of S.R. 41 (Indianapolis Blvd.)

Wicker Memorial Park Summer Concert Series 2008
Wicker Memorial Park
Indianapolis Blvd. & Ridge Road
Highland, IN
219-923-3830
Doors open at 6pm/Concert 8pm-11pm
Social Center Hall DJ 11pm-1am

Greater Crown Point Chamber of CommerceUpcoming Chamber EventsCobe Cup Car CruiseMay 24, 2008 (9:00 am - 1:00 pm) A historical re-enactment of a car race that occurred in south Lake County in 1909. We follow the original course with a cruise and end ...

Greater Crown Point Chamber of Commerce
Upcoming Chamber Events
Cobe Cup Car Cruise
May 24, 2008 (9:00 am - 1:00 pm) A historical re-enactment of a car race that occurred in south Lake County in 1909. We follow the original course with a cruise and end up at Lowell, where trophies and dash plaques are awarded.

Cornroast
June 13, 2008 (4:00 pm - 11:00 pm) The kick-off event for our Hometown Square Festival Days.  Music, kids activities, food all make for a great beginning to the summer's fun!

Arts & Crafts Show
June 14, 2008 (9:00 am - 5:00 pm) Arts and Crafts show held  at Col. Wheeler Middle School, one block west of the Old Courthouse on Joliet St. Only handmade items allowed, booths available through the Chamber office 663-1800.

Hub Dollie Parade
June 16, 2008 (11:00 am - 12:00 pm) A doll parade around the Old Courthouse. Candy, balloons and free admission.

Pet Parade
June 16, 2008 (5:00 pm - 8:00 pm) Our annual pet parade showing off everyone's favorite pets!!  Admission is $1.00 (per category) Trophies and ribbons awarded.

City-wide Garage Sale
June 19, 2008 (8:00 am - 5:00 pm) Get your map from the Star-Register office on Clark Street after June 11.  Call them to include your sale on their map, 663-4212.

Taste of Crown Point
June 20, 2008 (11:00 am - 9:00 pm) One of the favorite community events of the summer. Local restaurants and non-profit groups serve up great food and local musical groups provide ongoing entertainment for two days.

Marriage Mill Celebration
June 20, 2008 (6:00 pm - 7:00 pm) The celebration commemorating Crown Point's history as a "Marriage Mill" during the 1930's and 40's. An actual wedding takes place, along with renewal of vows.  If interested in participating, please call 663-1800.

Gospel Concert
June 22, 2008 (6:30 pm - 8:00 pm) Enjoy beautiful music supplied by choirs and musical groups from the local churches. Event held on the Old Courthouse lawn, bring your lawn chairs, free admission.

"Fun Cruise"
June 28, 2008 (5:00 pm - 10:00 pm) An annual "Fun Cruise" beginning with registration at 5 p.m. at the Crown Point High School on South Main St.  Cruise around town and end at the Jewel Plaza on North Main Street to enjoy the music, and admire the cars.  Admission is $10.

Fourth of July Parade
July 4, 2008 (2:00 pm - 4:30 pm) A wonderful traditional parade with lots of floats and musical shows. The parade begins at Crown Point High School and ends at the Veteran's Triangle on North Main St.

Sidewalk Sale Days
July 11, 2008 (8:00 am - 5:00 pm) Two days of great sales on the sidewalks of the downtown, around the Old Courthouse and in front of the shops.

Community Day at the Railcats Stadium
July 13, 2008 (1:00 pm - 5:00 pm) Our annual Crown Point Community Day at the Railcats Stadium in Gary.  Join others from Crown Point to enjoy a fun day, discounted seats available through the Crown Point Parks Dept. 661-2271 and the Chamber office 663-1800

Lake County Fair
August 1, 2008 (10:00 am - 12:00 pm) Largest county fair in the state!  Enjoy horse events,see all kinds of animals, eat great food and ride the carnival rides.  Lots more!  for information, call 663-3617.

Fall Antique Show
November 22, 2008 (10:00 am - 4:00 pm) A great two day show at the Lake County Fairgrounds with food, door prizes and 50 - 60 antique vendors.  Admission is $4.00 at the door, children under 12 are free.

Christmas Open House
November 23, 2008 (11:00 am - 5:00 pm) Our annual Christmas Open House event, held in the shops throughout town. Carriage rides on the square and free snacks in the shops. Hours vary, many shops open on Sundays through Christmas.

Santa's Parade
November 28, 2008 (10:00 am - 11:00 am) Santa arrives in Crown Point at 10 a.m. and rides to the Old Courthouse in a Crown Point Fire Truck. Sit with Santa after-wards in the rotunda of the Old Courthouse.

Santa's Breakfast
December 6, 2008 (8:00 am - 10:30 am) Visit with Santa while eating breakfast. Games, door prizes and pictures and fun for the kids.  Admission is $4.00, children under 1 year old are free.

Old Courthouse Christmas Open House
December 18, 2008 (5:00 pm - 8:00 pm) Business after hours annual event hosted by the City of Crown Point, Crown Point Chamber of Commerce, Crown Point Community Foundation and the Old Courthouse Foundation.

Annual Farmers’ MarketShopping, Live Entertainment, Tons of VendorsEvery Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1p.m., June thru October (weather pending) on the South block of Main Street between Hack Court and Walnut. Vendors selling crisp produce, flowers, gourmet f...

Annual Farmers’ Market
Shopping, Live Entertainment, Tons of Vendors
Every Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1p.m., June thru October (weather pending) on the South block of Main Street between Hack Court and Walnut. Vendors selling crisp produce, flowers, gourmet foods, candles, and a variety of products. Groove to the sounds of Art Handley & Friends. Come out for the fresh  products of the market and stay after for the classic and unique shopping that only Crown Point can offer.  You don't want to miss this hometown event!

No Farmers' Market on October 4th, due to the Hayride Around the Square. This season’s vendors will be selling fresh produce, organic herbs and produce, farm fresh certified eggs, doggie treats, aromatic coffee, landscaping and garden material, baked goods, Tastefully Simple, soy gourmet bath products, candles and other unique items.  Bailey's Bees homespun honey and products and junk metal artist, Dwayne Bulla, will be joining the market season on June 14.

As of July 30, 2007, the market became sanctioned as a Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) through the Indiana State Department of Health’s WIC program, and currently has two WIC participating vendors.

The non-discriminatory program provides participants in the WIC program with checks to purchase locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables from participating farmers at local markets.  Only fresh, local, and unprocessed fruits and vegetables are eligible for purchase in the program.  To request an application or for more information please contact Jennifer Bzdil, special events director, at (219) 662-3290 or jbzdil@crownpoint.in.gov.

Old Sheriff’s House and Jail will be open at 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on selected Farmers’ Market days, TBA.

HIGHLAND STREET MARKET
Saturdays
9 am - 1 pm
June 14 - October 11
No Market on
July 5, August 16, September 6
Enjoy a wonderful season of fresh produce, organic herbs, zesty seasonings, crafts, and more!
Main Square Park
3001 Ridge Rd.
Highland, IN 46322

Hear Smooth Jazz on keyboards by Grammy Contender & composer Keenan Baxter, every Thursday from 6-8pm, at Martinis in Valparaiso, located at 1004 Calumet Ave., in Valpariso Linens, furniture and subdued lighting enhance the BRAND new upscale atmo...

Hear Smooth Jazz on keyboards by Grammy Contender & composer Keenan Baxter, every Thursday from 6-8pm, at Martinis in Valparaiso, located at 1004 Calumet Ave., in Valpariso Linens, furniture and subdued lighting enhance the BRAND new upscale atmosphere. Though the Dining Room is still beloved for the seafood and steak menus are complete with 12- and 16-ounce cuts, also shrimp de jonghe, scallops, salmon, each individually or as part of the seafood Combination. Bar menu features before-and-after dinner cocktails and 26 carefully selected wines, including dessert wines. There are smoking and non smoking areas, and reservations are recommended for weekends. Appetizers average $4-6 and steak entries range from $16 to $21. Over 125 different kinds of Martinis, 219-464-0801.

Open Weekends from August 23 through October 26, 2008 The maze opens at 10 a.m. and closes at 5 p.m. (Everyone must be out of the maze by 5 p.m.).  To find all the clues, it takes an average of 1 & 1/2 hours.   You may stay in the ...

Open Weekends from August 23 through October 26, 2008
The maze opens at 10 a.m. and closes at 5 p.m. (Everyone must be out of the maze by 5 p.m.).  To find all the clues, it takes an average of 1 & 1/2 hours.   You may stay in the maze as long as you like or as little.
The Corn Maze is a great family challenge. Divide into teams and see who finds their way out first. Which team can answer the most Buckley Challenge Questions.
Groups and school tours may schedule weekday adventures that include educational and fun puzzle sheets. 
School tours may schedule both the Buckley Historic Tour and the Buckley Maze. Bring your lunch and make a day of it on the farm.

BUCKLEY HOMESTEAD CORN MAZE WEEKDAY GROUP RESERVATIONS - For Weekday Group Reservations that are great for school groups, call 219-769-PARK.  There is a minimum of 25 people required for a weekday reservation and a $50 deposit.

Weekday group tours may schedule both the Buckley Historic Tour and the Buckley Maze (separate fees required). Bring your lunch and make a day of it on the farm.

The Corn Maze is located just north of the picnic shelters at the parking lot on Hendricks Street.

Buckley Homestead is located east of Lowell, Indiana on Hendricks Road.  Exit Interstate 65 at the Lowell Route 2 exit then travel west for 4.5 miles to Hendricks Road then south 1/4 mile.