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East Chicago residents Elizabeth Rivera (left) and Karen Gillis look over the book of prose, "Why Did Those Great People Bend?", The book was written by Gillis's sister Gale Carter.

Local authors talk books, inspiration at Author Fair

May 23, 2019 at 8:07 a.m.

Visitors to the recent Author Fair at the East Chicago Public Library found more than the usual five-minute 'stop by' at the display tables. A full evening's agenda began with...

The cast presented "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass" for an audience of more than 50.

Books come alive with Hammond Library Reader’s Theater

May 23, 2019 at 8:07 a.m.

Hammond resident Joanne Strezo was first in line, waitingfor the Community Room doors to open at the Hammond Public Library. Her daughter, Elizabeth, 10, was starring in, "Alice's Adventures in...

Volunteers Emily Krygoske, left, and Anakah Fish ready the Silent Auction forms as visitors began to arrive at the recent Cancer Resource Centre event in Munster.

Munster garden in spotlight for calming, other benefits

May 23, 2019 at 8:06 a.m.

The June Hawk-Franklin Garden of Meditation and Healing at the Cancer Resource Centre in Munster recently welcomed hundreds of visitors to Inspirations from the Garden. Lectures, hands-on introductions to programs...

Lake County Photography Club coordinator Jim Conrad discusses the importance of framing during a recent meeting at Deep River Park.

Local shutterbugs share tips at photo club

June 3, 2018 at 5:11 a.m.

Robert Evan first became interested in photography while serving with the U.S. Air Force in Japan. The Chesterton resident purchased his first camera at that time and dabbled off and...

Local artist Kathy Los-Rathburn (right) discusses her art pieces with Maryann Simmonds of Schererville at Griffith's Park Full of Art.

Park Full of Art still going strong after 43 years

May 23, 2019 at 8:06 a.m.

When an annual event celebrates 43 years in existence — and expands in popularity each year — someone is doing something right. In the case of Griffith's Park Full of...

Randy and Melanie Weir of Whiting check out the day's program with their daughter, Karly, 13.

New citizens sworn in on July 4th

May 23, 2019 at 8:05 a.m.

It was a picture-perfect day for 50 new United States citizens receiving their official welcome at the Wolf Lake Pavilion. Hundreds of audience members observed the traditional July 4th outdoor...

"One Minute After Sunrise: The Story of the Standard Oil Refinery Fire of 1955" is a compilation of facts, figures and interviews.

New book captures details of 1955 Whiting refinery explosion

May 23, 2019 at 8:05 a.m.

It has been called "the most catastrophic refinery accident," "the worst industrial accident in the nation" and "sounding and looking like the end of the world," among other descriptions. However...

Lochlain James, 10, of Valparaiso, readies his plastic tube for sanding at a summer camp at the Challenger Learning Center in Hammond.

Challenger camp puts the focus on science

May 23, 2019 at 8:05 a.m.

Summer camps for children abound this time of year. But among the camps focusing on sports, crafts and music, one unique program is offered at The Challenger Learning Center. Located...

Pastrick Branch Youth Services Librarian Shawana Passmore registers children as they arrive at the Main Library for the Summer Reading kick-off.

Cool treats kick off summer reading program

May 23, 2019 at 8:04 a.m.

Almost 100 East Chicago youngsters recently were treated to a cool summer treat, but it wasn't at the neighborhood ice cream stand. They were participating in the kick-off ceremony for...

Gary resident Kenneth Cunningham holds a ripe watermelon he found at the Methodist Hospital's Farmers Market.

Methodist expands farmers market offerings

May 23, 2019 at 8:04 a.m.

When Mary Harris recently stopped by a local fast food restaurant for her Friday morning coffee, she looked out the window and saw tents set up in the Methodist Hospital...

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