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SUMMARY:Garden Gnome Contest
DESCRIPTION:Attention teachers\, community groups\, and families! Use your creativity to make a garden gnome for our Pioneer Days event at Creek Ridge County Park on September 27th and 28th. Attendees will vote during Pioneer Days by putting tokens in the jar of their favorite gnome. The gnomes with the most tokens will have a chance at winning a prize. \nPlease call (219)324-5855 to register! \nContest Rules: \n\nYou must first register with the nature center staff by calling Luhr County at (219)324-5855.\nAny school\, business\, organization\, or family can participate.\nYour gnome cannot have any political\, religious\, drug\, or sexual content.\nYour completed gnome must be given to the parks no later than September 15th. Please drop off completed gnome to Luhr County Park Nature Center staff.\nUse any materials you like. Our gnome stands 2 1/2 feet tall. Please make sure that all material is weather proof and will not blow away in the wind.\nYour gnome needs to have a title with your organization or group name underneath.\nBe creative\, you could make your gnome look like a famous musician\, it could be scary for Halloween\, or dressed like a popular movie character. However\, it must be original.\nLaPorte County Parks is not responsible for any items stollen or lost from your gnome while on display at the parks. So please use materials that are not valuable.\nLaPorte County Parks has the right not to display the gnome if it is offensive in any way.
URL:https://laportecountyparks.org/event/garden-gnome-contest/
LOCATION:Luhr County Park\, 3178 S 150 W\, La Porte\, IN\, 46350\, United States
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SUMMARY:Drum Fit for Everybody!
DESCRIPTION:Get your blood pumping with us in this fun exercise program! Drum to the beat of some catchy tunes and burn some calories. Instruction\, drum sticks\, and yoga balls provided. \nAll ages welcome! \nFREE \nLuhr County Park \nPlease register by calling 219-325-8315 \n 
URL:https://laportecountyparks.org/event/drum-fit-for-everybody-28/
LOCATION:Luhr County Park\, 3178 S 150 W\, La Porte\, IN\, 46350\, United States
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UID:1547-1756832400-1756836000@laportecountyparks.org
SUMMARY:LaPorte County Parks and Recreation Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:LaPorte County Parks and Recreation Board Meeting \nOpen to the public \nSeptember 2nd\, 5 P.M. \nSmith Hall at Red Mill County Park
URL:https://laportecountyparks.org/event/laporte-county-parks-and-recreation-board-meeting-6/
LOCATION:Red Mill County Park\, 0185 S. Holmesville Rd.\, LaPorte\, IN\, 46350\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wandering Watercolors
DESCRIPTION:Let nature inspire you on a short walk around the park\, then let us guide you through painting your own nature journal style watercolor art. All supplies provided. \nRed Mill County Park\, Environmental Education Center (Use South Gate entrance) \nCost $5 per person. \nPlease register at (219)325-8315
URL:https://laportecountyparks.org/event/wandering-watercolors-3/
LOCATION:Red Mill County Park\, 0185 S. Holmesville Rd.\, LaPorte\, IN\, 46350\, United States
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SUMMARY:Find Your Zodiac Sign in the Night Sky
DESCRIPTION:Learn all about your zodiac sign\, look for your sign in the sky\, and find it illuminated on the path\, then enjoy some cookies and a cozy cup of tea (regular\, decaf\, or herbal). \nFREE \nBluhm County Park
URL:https://laportecountyparks.org/event/find-your-zodiac-sign-in-the-night-sky-2/
LOCATION:Bluhm County Park\, 3855 S. 1100 West\, Westville\, IN\, 46391\, United States
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UID:1912-1757417400-1757421000@laportecountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Nature's Tiny Tots
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a nature themed morning of activity and learning at the Nature Center! We will read a story\, make a craft\, and enjoy some physical activity!  No registration needed. \nFREE \nLuhr Park
URL:https://laportecountyparks.org/event/natures-tiny-tots-47/
LOCATION:Luhr County Park\, 3178 S 150 W\, La Porte\, IN\, 46350\, United States
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SUMMARY:Brush with Madness
DESCRIPTION:Take home your very own masterpiece following a guided tutorial.  All painting supplies provided.  No experience necessary.  All ages welcome. \n$8/person \nLuhr County Park \nSpace is limited!  Register by calling 219-325-8315. \n 
URL:https://laportecountyparks.org/event/brush-with-madness-14/
LOCATION:Luhr County Park\, 3178 S 150 W\, La Porte\, IN\, 46350\, United States
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UID:1936-1758967200-1758988800@laportecountyparks.org
SUMMARY:28th Annual Pioneer Days
DESCRIPTION:Food\, fun\, crafts\, and history! Bring the whole family down for an old-fashioned good time! Wagon rides\, candle-dipping\, and tin punch are $1 each. Ham and beans\, apple butter\, kettle corn\, corn husk dolls\, seed mosaics\, and historic demonstrations are free (donations welcome!).  Additional food and crafts available from vendors. \nEntry Fee $2 per person
URL:https://laportecountyparks.org/event/28th-annual-pioneer-days/
LOCATION:Creek Ridge County Park\, 7943 W. 400 North\, Michigan City\, IN\, 46360\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T100000
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UID:1938-1759053600-1759075200@laportecountyparks.org
SUMMARY:28th Annual Pioneer Days
DESCRIPTION:Food\, fun\, crafts\, and history! Bring the whole family down for an old-fashioned good time! Wagon rides\, candle-dipping\, and tin punch are $1 each. Ham and beans\, apple butter\, kettle corn\, corn husk dolls\, seed mosaics\, and historic demonstrations are free (donations welcome!).  Additional food and crafts available from vendors. \nEntry Fee $2 per person
URL:https://laportecountyparks.org/event/28th-annual-pioneer-days-2/
LOCATION:Creek Ridge County Park\, 7943 W. 400 North\, Michigan City\, IN\, 46360\, United States
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