
The Hammond Civic Center came alive on Saturday night to celebrate the best party in the Region. Hundreds of “Region Rats” from Northwest Indiana gathered to celebrate the Region’s official holiday, 219 Day.
Dancing is a timelessly joyous activity, certain to bring people together no matter the age. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, the residents of Rittenhouse Village in Portage celebrated with a Senior Prom Thursday, complete with appetizers, old-time classics and dancing.
Heart shaped balloons filled the room as residents boogied to ageless hits by artists such as Elvis and Van Morrison, along with a few modern favorites to lift up the crowd.
“The events here are not just about our residents,” said Danielle Balek, Senior Lifestyle Counselor. “We invited community members, seniors, friends and family of our residents.”
Along with the senior community of Portage, the event included Bonner Senior Dancers, who...
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This animated sequel picks up five years after the story of the original Lego Movie, where everything is no longer “awesome.” The main character, Emmet Brickowski, played by Chris Pratt, always finds a way to enjoy his Lego life. That is, until his friends are abducted from their planet and taken to outer space! Emmet makes it his mission to rescue his friends and bring the “awesome” back home.
Get ready, Region! The 219 area code is gearing up to once again celebrate our official holiday, 219 Day. “Region Rats” from across Northwest Indiana are invited to join this free, 21-and-over party from 6-11 p.m., Feb. 16 at the Hammond Civic Center, 5825 Sohl Ave., Hammond.
Planning a wedding can be one of happiest times of a person’s life, but it can also be one of the most hectic. Before walking down the aisle, brides and grooms are faced with dozens of decisions.
Brides and grooms-to-be are invited to attend Northwest Indiana’s Premier Bridal Show, the 2019 Bride Blu Bridal Fair. Presented by Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa, The Times Media Company and in sponsorship with Albert’s Diamond Jewelers, Bride Blu will be held in the Stardust Event Center at Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa, 777 Blue Chip Drive, Michigan City, Indiana, on Sunday, February 17, from 12 pm to 3 pm.
William B’s Steakhouse features a Valentine’s Day Special Chateaubriand Dinner for Two featuring a Caesar Salad, Chicken Consommé, Sliced Filet Mignon, Fingerling Potatoes, Sautéed Brussels Sprouts, Sauce Béarnaise and Chef Rudy’s Chocolate Duet for $120 from Wednesday, February 13 through Sunday, February 17. Reservations are required.
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During the federal shutdown, Shedd Aquarium will now offer free admission to federal employees and their families. To redeem this offer, guests should show their proper federal government ID upon entry. The offer covers two adults and all children in the household under 12.