Episcopal Youth Summer Camp
2025-06-08 - 2025-06-14 | Camp Alexander Mack, 1113 E Camp Mack Rd, Milford, I, 46542, United States
The Episcopal Diocese of Northern Indiana Summer Youth Camp is offered for students entering 3rd-9th grades in the 2025/2026 school year. It is held at Camp Alexander Mack in Milford, IN on the shores of Lake Waubee. Each year the planning team designs a special curriculum centered around a theme intertwining biblical teachings and modern day experiences.

Fight Like A G.I.R.L. Summer Camp
2025-06-16 09:00 - 2025-06-20 23:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Nappanee, 451 N Main Street, Nappanee, I, 46550, United States
At Fight Like A Girl camp, girls ages 9–13 will gain practical self-defense skills, boost their confidence, and build character through the core values of Grit, Integrity, Respect, and Leverage.
This week-long experience combines physical training with verbal boundary-setting strategies in a safe, supportive environment led by certified Gracie Jiu-Jitsu instructors, Lauren Johns and Luke Johns.

Nature Play Days
2025-06-16 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Elkhart Environmental Center, 1717 E Lusher Ave, Elkhart, I, 46516, United States
Our Nature Play Days are back again this summer! Join us every other Monday in June (June 2nd, 16th, and 30th) for activities for kids of all ages at these FREE drop-in programs. Participate in trail exploration, scavenger hunts, nature crafts, and more while enjoying time outdoors. Activities are self-guided with staff available to assist.
These programs are FREE to attend and open to kids of all ages. All children must be supervised by a parent or guardian throughout the program.
Advance registration is required and can be completed at https://elkhart-environmental-center.ticketleap.com/
For additional details and updates, check out our Facebook Events page at https://www.facebook.com/share/1FFpbagr6X/

Women's Self-Defense Seminar
2025-06-21 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Grace Point Church, 1155 N Main Street, Nappanee, I, 46550, United States
FREE 2-hour seminar for girls/women ages 13+. This seminar focuses on some simple defensive tactics to defend agains the most common attacks against women. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu’s focus on leverage-based techniques makes it the perfect system of defense for women. Grab your girlfriends, sisters, mother and cousins and join us for this FREE seminar on June 21, 2025 at Grace Point Church in Nappanee, IN.

Hummingbird Banding with Allen Chartier
2025-06-28 08:30 - 11:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Elkhart Environmental Center, 1717 E Lusher Ave, Elkhart, I, 46516, United States
Join guest speaker Allen Chartier of the Great Lakes HummerNet at the EEC on Saturday, June 28th for a morning all about hummingbirds! During this program, Allen will discuss the HummerNet research project and how you can participate, provide hints on how to attract and feed hummingbirds at home, give tips on hummingbird-friendly gardening, and more. After his presentation, he will also provide a banding demonstration with hummingbirds he is able to catch at the EEC!
Registration for this program is $5 per person. Advance registration is limited and required by Tuesday, June 24th. To sign up, please visit https://elkhart-environmental-center.ticketleap.com/
For additional details and to learn more about Allen’s work, check out our Facebook Events page at https://www.facebook.com/share/14hmiPTUCG/
Recommended for ages 12+

Patriotic Pops Concert
2025-06-29 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Don’t miss the annual Patriotic Pops concert, featuring the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Orchestra, Sunday, June 29. This incredible outdoor event for the entire family takes place on the Oakwood Resort lawn overlooking beautiful Lake Wawasee and is overflowing with the American Spirit! Stop by the Chautauqua tent for some free Patriotic goodies!

Kaleidoscope Playground Grand Opening
2025-06-30 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Kiwanis Park, 1200 Pearl St., St. Joseph, M, 49085, United States
Join the Kiwanis Club of St. Joseph-Benton Harbor for a family event celebrating the new All-Abilities playground. The equipment includes structures that are fully accessible by wheelchair or stroller and spaces designed for the sensory needs of children. Face painting, snacks, music, giveaways, and lots of fun playing at the Grand Opening!

Revive Fest
2025-07-25 04:00 - 2025-07-26 23:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Michiana’s premier Christian Music Festival is your place for summer memories. Revive Fest is located on the grounds of En Gedi Resort on the banks of the beautiful St. Joseph River. There are games and activities for the whole family, food vendors, and fireworks. This year’s artists include Colton Dixon, We Are Messengers, Austin French and more. Come and enjoy the weekend and Revive.

ADEC's Annual Ride A Bike Event
2025-08-23 09:00 - 12:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Ox Bow County Park, 23033 Co. Rd. 45, Goshen, I, 46528, United States
Come Ride-A-Bike and make lasting memories alongside your neighbors with disabilities during ADEC’s largest fundraising event, presented by Thor Industries, Welch Packaging, and Froggy 102.7!

This year’s event will feature bike rides ranging from 1 to 50 miles in length, walking paths, games, prizes, food trucks, and live music from Froggy 102.7—plus plenty of fun activities for all ages! Whether you choose to ride, walk, run, or cheer from the sidelines, your participation directly supports the individuals we serve at ADEC.

For nearly five decades, the community has partnered with ADEC to support individuals with disabilities during the cherished tradition of Ride-A-Bike by participating, fundraising, and volunteering. Marking the event’s 49th year, we encourage our community to continue participating alongside our neighbors with disabilities to raise funds for vital services, with a focus on health and well-being.

Visit www.adecinc.com/rab2025 to learn more, get registered, and start fundraising!

Early Bird Registration (June 1 – July 18)
Adults: $15 | Children under ten: $5

Standard Registration (July 19 – August 23)
Adult: $25 | Children under ten: $10

Oakridge Open Pickleball Tournament
2025-08-23 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Oakridge Community Church, located in St. Joseph, Michigan, will be hosting a pickleball tournament. This is an opportunity to bring people together from SW Michigan and Northern Indiana who either play the sport or want to begin playing.
There will be three divisions of play – beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Food and drink will be free to those who attend and prized will be awarded to the winners. Entry fees go directly to the Oakridge Community Church food pantry, which monthly reaches out to people, providing food and other items to families in need. Spectators are welcome as well. There is no charge to come and watch.

2nd International Summit on Infrastructure and Construction Engineering
2025-09-08 09:30 - 2025-09-10 18:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Dear Delegates and Speakers,
It is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2nd International Summit on Infrastructure and Construction Engineering, taking place from September 08-10, 2025 in Dubai, UAE. This event serves as a vital platform for global experts to exchange insights, share research, and present innovations in the field of infrastructure and construction engineering.
This summit provides a unique opportunity to share pioneering ideas, foster meaningful collaborations, and help shape the future of our industry. We solicitation for your assistance and collaboration with the goal of the achievement of this event. This summit includes keynote presentations, panel discussions, technical sessions, and interactive workshops. Our featured speakers will address diverse topics including sustainable materials, smart infrastructure, digital transformation, and advanced structural engineering.
It would be our pleasure to see you at ISICE2025 in Dubai, UAEÉ.!
Best Regards,
Chandini S | Conference Secretary
ISICE2025

EMBER 1st Anniversary Celebration
2025-09-09 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Beacon Resource Center, 4210 Lincoln Way W, South Bend, I, 46628, United States
This past year has been all about supporting moms and babies right here in St. Joseph County, and you’re a big part of why we do what we do. Whether you’ve joined one of our classes/groups before or this is your very first time, we’d be so excited to see you.
What to expect:

A warm, welcoming space for moms and moms-to-be
Light refreshments (come as you are)
A chance to connect with other mothers in our community
A peek at what’s ahead for EMBER in 2026

We’d love to celebrate motherhood, connection, and resilience with you.

Natural Dye Workshop
2025-09-19 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Elkhart Environmental Center, 1717 E Lusher Ave, Elkhart, I, 46516, United States
Join us for another Natural Dye Workshop with guest presenter Julie Tourtillotte on Friday, September 19th! From 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the EEC, learn how to dye fabrics with beautiful dyes made from local plants such as goldenrod and walnut. All participants will be provided with a ready-to-dye bandana to use to experiment with natural dye methods, but guests are welcome to bring their own items to dye, as well (see note below).
Registration for this workshop is $10 per person. Advance registration is limited and required by Tuesday, September 16th. To register, please visit https://elkhart-environmental-center.ticketleap.com/
Participants are welcome to bring up to three of their own items to dye. All items must be made from 100% natural, untreated cloth (e.g. cotton, linen, hemp, silk, wool, etc.) and should be no larger than a t-shirt.
This workshop is limited to ages 12+.

Youth Fundraiser Rummage Sale
2025-09-26 09:00 - 2025-09-27 13:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Youth Fundraiser! Multi Family Church Rummage Sale! Friday September 26 from 9am-3pm and Saturday September 27 from 9am to 1pm. Bristol Church of the Nazarene, 401 Hilbish Blvd, Bristol, IN 46507

Healthcare Conference | Nurse Practitioner Conference 2025
2025-09-27 08:00 - 2025-09-28 18:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Rosen Plaza Hotel, Orlando International Airport Rosen Plaza Hotel, 9700 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819, United States, Orlando, F, 32819, United States
Nurse Practitioner Conference 2025: Healthcare Conference | Nurse Practitioner Conference 2025
Nurse Practitioner Conference 2025 is a dynamic hybrid event hosted by PubScholars Group, taking place September 27–28, 2025, at the Orlando International Airport Rosen Plaza Hotel in Florida, USA, with full virtual participation available. Under the theme “AI Meets Caretaking: Tech Advances in Nursing,” this two‑day conference will explore how artificial intelligence, robotics, and telehealth are revolutionizing patient care and modern nursing practice.
Key Details:

Dates & Times:

Start: September 27, 2025 at 8:00 AM ET
End: September 28, 2025 at 6:00 PM ET

Format: Hybrid (in‑person & virtual)
Venue: Orlando International Airport Rosen Plaza Hotel, 9700 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
Registration Deadline: July 30, 2025
Abstract Submission Deadline: June 30, 2025

What to Expect:

Keynotes & Panels: Thought leaders share insights on AI‑driven patient care, trauma management, and sustainable practices.
Interactive Workshops: Hands‑on sessions translating cutting‑edge tech into everyday clinical solutions.
Networking: Connect with global peers, educators, and innovators—and earn continuing education credits.

Organized by PubScholars Group (“Connecting Minds, Advancing Science”)—a leader in open‑access research and international scientific events.
For full agenda, speaker lineup, and registration, please visit:
https://pubscholars.org/nursing-conference/

Brainstorm: A Mental Health Seminar
2025-10-10 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Crest Manor Church of the Brethren, 1342 Berkshire Drive, South Bend, I, 46614, United States
This is a seminar for the novice
and professional, the family
member and friend, the individual
and organization. In this seminar,
we hope to provide information
that can empower you to make a
difference in your community.

Bat House Workshop
2025-10-15 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Elkhart Environmental Center, 1717 E Lusher Ave, Elkhart, I, 46516, United States
We’re hosting our popular Bat House Workshop again this fall!

Join us at the Elkhart Environmental Center on Wednesday, October 15th from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM for a fun evening celebrating bats! Participants will learn about local bat species, their habits, and conservation during an informative presentation, then assemble their very own bat house to put up at home!

Bat house kits are $10 each and limited to one per household. Advance registration is limited and required by Monday, October 13th. To register for this workshop, please visit https://elkhart-environmental-center.ticketleap.com/

Recommended for ages 8+

Haunted Walk Through the Woods
2025-10-23 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-25 17:00 - 22:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Elkhart Environmental Center, 1717 E Lusher Ave, Elkhart, I, 46516, United States
Haunted Walk Through the Woods is returning for its 6th year at the Elkhart Environmental Center this Halloween season! This year, the event will be held over three days:

Thursday, October 23rd | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Kids’ Night)
Friday, October 24th | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday, October 25th | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Our 2025 event will feature:

A kid-friendly decorated trail (open every night)
A scary, wooded trail with trail actors (open Friday & Saturday nights)
LIVE music by That Homegrown Halloween Show
Local food vendors
Local artisan vendors
A kids’ costume parade

Kids’ Night is Thursday, October 23rd! We will have our kid-friendly trail decorated for our younger audience (our scary trail will only be open Friday and Saturday) and there will be a costume parade at 6:30 PM that kids of all ages are invited to participate in.

Advance registration is recommended, but not required. Let us know you’ll be joining us this spooky season by signing up at https://elkhart-environmental-center.ticketleap.com/

This year’s event is FREE, but donations are always appreciated.

Be sure to bring a flashlight to help you navigate our trails in the dark!

We will be adding more details about this year’s Haunted Walk as they become available – be sure to check out our Facebook Event page or visit https://elkhartindiana.org/haunted-walk/ for more information leading up to the event.

Interested in volunteering for Haunted Walk this year? Check out our available volunteer shifts by visiting https://elkhart.galaxydigital.com/need/index?s=1&need_init_id=11612

International Neurology Conference 2025
2025-11-15 08:00 - 2025-11-16 18:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | 5800 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819, United States, Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando, Orlando, F, 32819, United States
PubScholars Group proudly presents the Neurology Conference 2025, officially the International Neurology Conference 2025, a hybrid CPD-accredited event taking place November 15–16, 2025 at the Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando and online. Under the theme “Mind-Brain Connection: Understanding Neuroscience through Mental Health,” this flagship world neurology conference 2025 brings together neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuroscientists, psychologists, therapists, engineers, industry leaders and students for plenary lectures, hands-on VR and neurofeedback workshops, poster sessions and interactive panel discussions.
The abstract submission deadline for the International World Neurology Conference 2025 is September 15, 2025, and the registration deadline is September 30, 2025.
Key Dates
Abstract Submission Deadline: September 15, 2025
Registration Deadline: September 30, 2025
Event Timing: November 15, 2025 (8 AM start) – November 16, 2025 (6 PM close).
Registration Fees:
Keynote Speaker: $599 (early-bird) / $849 (standard)
Listener: $499 (early-bird) / $799 (standard)
Poster Presenter: $349 (early-bird) / $699 (standard)
More Enquiries:
Contact Person: Richard A.
Email: info@pubscholars.org
Phone: +91 704 213 4266

14th Annual Bazaar
2025-11-15 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Indian Trail Elementary School, 3214 South State Road 104, La Porte, I, 46350, United States
Hey makers & shoppers, it’s go-time!
The Indian Trail Holiday Bazaar is happening November 15th, and it’s your chance to show off your handmade magic before the holiday shopping frenzy hits. Crafts, homemade food & treats, home goods, and more!
*Vendors—snag your spot now so shoppers can’t resist your one-of-a-kind creations! Email our Holiday Bazaar Team at: pta.indiantrail1@gmail.com and reserve your booth today!
Not a maker? No worries. Bring your shopping bags and get ready to discover the most unique, can’t-find-it-at-the-mall gifts just in time for the season. Take a leisurely stroll through the school, shop some amazing artisans, and support the kiddos of Indian Trail Elementary School.
Mark your calendars for November 15th!
Indian Trail Elementary
3214 South State Road 104
La Porte, IN. 46350
Questions or for more information send us an email or click the link to the posted Facebook event! See you there!

Elkhart Northside Craft and Vendor Bazaar
2025-11-15 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Elkhart Northsid Church of the Nazarene, 53569 County Road 7, Elkhart, I, 46514, United States
Elkhart Northside Church of the Nazarene’s Craft and Vendor Bazaar is back for our 5th annual event with over 60 booths of fun crafts, direct sales, and small business’.Free admission! So come and join the fun and shop for all your holiday and personal items.Also featured at our Bazaar is an amazing Bake Sale and a Concessions stand selling a wonderful homemade lunch, and snacks!

Birds, Bees, & Beyond: Building a Backyard Habitat
2026-01-28 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Elkhart Environmental Center, 1717 E Lusher Ave, Elkhart, I, 46516, United States
Get a head start on spring garden planning at our returning backyard habitat workshop at the Elkhart Environmental Center!

Join us for Birds, Bees, & Beyond: Building a Backyard Habitat at the EEC on Wednesday, January 28th to shake the winter blues and get excited about getting your garden ready for spring! Whether you live in a house with a big backyard or in a small apartment, there are simple steps you can take to help support local wildlife at home – and, in the process, the environment on a larger scale. Get ideas on how to transform your outdoor space into an area that provides vital resources for insects, birds, and many other critters that bring our backyards to life. In addition to getting home habitat tips, you will also receive a packet of native plant seeds to help develop your wildlife-friendly space.

Registration for this program is $2 per person. Advance registration is limited and required by Sunday, January 25th. To sign up, please visit https://www.ticketleap.events/events/elkhart-environmental-center

Recommended for ages 12+

Elkhart Northside Church of the Nazarene Dan's Fish Fry
2026-01-30 16:30 - 19:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Elkhart Northsid Church of the Nazarene, 53569 County Road 7, Elkhart, I, 46514, United States
Join us for a local fish fry with Dan’s Fish Fry services to help us here at Elkhart Northside Church of the Nazarene finish our community playground and pavilion project. All the money raised will go towards this project of helping us make a nice and safe space for our local Elkhart community. Ticket Prices are adults $14 @ the door, children 6-12 $10 @ the door, and children 5 and under eat free. We will have fish and tenderloins, sides, and desserts. You can dine in or carry out. Come and fellowship with us and help us raise money for this amazing community outreach project.

EMBER: Empowering Moms and Babies through Education and Resilience
2026-02-26 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
The St. Joseph County Department of Health invites community members to attend our online education sessions for new and expecting parents. Join us for EMBER: Empowering Moms and Babies through Education and Resilience. We offer FREE maternal health classes and post-partum support groups, a welcoming space to openly discuss life after childbirth. Attendees and support people earn BABE coupons. There are weekly raffles for small items and monthly raffles for larger items. Women at all stages of pregnancy are welcome. Registration at https://hthredcap.sjcindiana.com/redcap/surveys/?s=W8WYMLKTKDRXW7A3

SHARE Foundation's 35th Annual Spring Luncheon
2026-03-25 10:30 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | Halls of St. George, 905 E Joliet St., Schererville, IN, 46375, United States
35th Annual Spring Luncheon – SHARE Foundation
Join The SHARE Foundation for its 35th Annual Spring Luncheon, benefiting the Villagers and Campers of Sharing Meadows. Enjoy a delicious lunch, basket raffles, handmade Villager items for sale, and an opportunity to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026Time: 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. CSTLocation: The Halls of St. George, Schererville, IN
Tickets: $50 per person | $500 per table of 10Reservation Deadline: March 13, 2026
More Information & Tickets:Call 219-778-2585 or visit shareluncheon26.givesmart.com

The Passion
2026-03-27 19:00 - 2026-04-04 14:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Mount Tabor Church of God, 8424 North 800W, Etna Green, IN, 46524, United States
Come join the crowds as the yell “Hosanna to the King” at the beginning of the week, but by Friday are screaming “Crucify Him!” Celebrate the last week of Jesus’ life as told in the Gospels and celebrate the resurrection and eternal life with 3:16 Community Theatre.

Navigating Family Dynamics
2026-04-01 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | 5920 N 200 E Leesburg, IN 46538 United States
FREE AND OPEN TO PUBLIC!!!
Learn more about navigating family dynamics with this free/public event brought to you by Angela Wentz (Senior Counseling)!

Readjustment Counseling and the Mission of the South Bend Vet Center
2026-04-07 11:45 - 13:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | The Salvation Army Kroc Center, 900 W Western Avenue, South Bend, IN 46601
The Vet Center offers confidential help for Veterans, service members, and their families at no cost in a non-medical setting. Their services include counseling for needs such as depression, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the psychological effects of military sexual trauma (MST). We can also connect you with more support in VA and your community.
Brought to you by: Shawna M. Sapp MSW, LCSW, Vet Center Director, South Bend Vet Center

Valuable Insights Into Dementia and Alzheimer’s
2026-04-22 15:30 - 16:45 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | 28070 County Road 24, Elkhart, Indiana, US, 46517
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!!!
Learn more about the helpful resources that are available, and a deeper understanding of how to support individuals and families navigating memory loss.
Brought to you by: Debbie Carriveau, Executive Director of Dementia Care Services at Hubbard Hill
