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SUMMARY:Art + Innovation - PNW exhibit
DESCRIPTION:See this free art exhibition at Purdue University Northwest showcasing rotating artwork each quarter.\n“Comparative Works of Portrait + Free Flow Colorations”\nOn display 7.17.26 – 10.16.26\n \nPurdue University Northwest Hammond Campus\nClassroom Office Building\n2200 169th Street Hammond\, IN \nOpen to the public during building hours. \nFeaturing: \nAnh Le\n@lnpanhftu2 \nEmma Orsburn\n@orsburn.window.paintings\n \nGuy Welman\n@guy_wellman \nKayla Vasilko\nkvasilko@purdue.edu \nMark Zimmerman\n@mark.zimmerman.s.artwork \n 
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/art-innovation-summer-pnw/
LOCATION:Purdue University Northwest – Hammond Campus\, 2200 E 169th Street\, Hammond\, IN\, 46323\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mural Walk 2026: Live Painting\, Music and More
DESCRIPTION:See artists paint new murals at our third annual Mural Walk in downtown Valparaiso\, IN\nThis popular family-friendly event also features live music\, free creative activities led by local artists\, giveaways and more. It’s fun for all ages! \nSaturday\, August 22\, 2026 (Rain date August 29)\nFree to the public\n9am – 3pm\nthroughout downtown Valparaiso\, IN \nThis year’s event will feature three new mural locations plus an engaging collaborative community project for a total of four new murals in downtown Valparaiso. Guests of all ages are welcome to explore current and newly activated sites throughout the day while enjoying live muralists\, music\, CREATE-it-and-TAKE-it activities\, and opportunities for kids to contribute to the collaborative piece. \nAttendees should check in at Valpo Creates Center\, City Hall\, or the VCC booth at the Valparaiso Farmers Market to receive a Mural Walk map\, scavenger hunt sheet for giveaways\, and a complimentary tote bag with the Official Mural Walk Coloring Book\, while supplies last. \nVisitors can meet artists\, learn about the creative process\, and experience downtown Valparaiso as vibrant public art comes to life. The self-guided event invites participants to discover murals throughout the city while supporting local businesses and celebrating the power of community-driven placemaking. \nVisitors can also explore mural locations through the Indiana Dunes Tourism Arts & Culture Trail app. Visit our website and social media for updates and additional programs. \nLearn more about our Mural Walk programming and see a map of murals facilitated by the VCC to enjoy Valparaiso’s public art year-round! \nOur four NEW featured locations and muralists\n1. Front Porch Music\nMuralist: Katie Lukes from Chicago\, IL\nKatie will paint this mural on panels at the Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce at 162 W. Lincolnway Valparaiso. The completed mural will be installed at Front Porch Music in September/October; check back for more updates soon! \n2. Smith Ready Mix: This will be the VCC’s tallest mural\n251 W. Brown Street Valparaiso\nMuralist: Felix Maldonado from Hammond\, IN \n3. Central Park Plaza: This will be the VCC’s 4th community mural\nMuralist / Design: Cassi Graber from South Bend\, IN\nThe community will help paint this mural at Valpo Creates Center (256 Indiana Ave. Valparaiso) on 8/22 and it will be installed at Central Park Plaza in September/October 2026; check back for more updates soon. This mural is a collaborative partnership between Wonderlane Events. All ages are invited to come to the Valpo Creates Center and contribute! \n4. Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce: This will be the VCC’s longest mural – coming in September/October!\n162 W. Lincolnway Valparaiso\nMuralist: Katie Lukes from Chicago\, IL\nThis mural will be painted in September/October; check back for more updates soon! \n+++ \nWays to get involved in Mural Walk 2026\nHost a mural\nGot a blank wall in downtown Valpo that could use a mural? Contact us! \nPaint a mural\nArtists can apply now for future mural design and painting opportunities. \nVolunteer\nLend a hand to help us make Mural Walk a great experience for our community. \nDonate\nYour tax-deductible contributions helps fund public art in Valparaiso\, IN. \n  \n \nCan’t make the kick-off?\nValparaiso Creative Council is offering group Mural Walk Tours starting the first week of September! Teachers\, parents\, or group leader who would like to schedule a group tour should fill out the Mural Tours form. \n \nMany thanks to our Mural Walk 2026 donors\, partners\, grant funders\, and mural locations!
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/mural-walk-2026-valparaiso-in/
CATEGORIES:Mural Walk,Signature Events
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SUMMARY:Popcorn Fest Parking 2026
DESCRIPTION:Need to park for Popcorn Fest? Park with us and support our cause! \nVCC will host parking during the 2026 Valpo Popcorn Fest on Saturday\, Sept. 12\, 2026. \nLocation:\nJourneyman’s Eastside Parking Lot\n256 Brown St\, Valparaiso\, IN 46385 \nCost:\nMinimum $10 donation via cash or credit.\nAll collected parking fees will be matched to support the VCC and public art in Valpo! \nTimes:\nEnter the lot between 6:30am – 6pm.\nPlease return to your car before 12am. \nNo registration or pre-booking required – just show up! \nParking volunteers wanted for Popcorn Fest parking!\nWe have 4 volunteer shifts to help direct traffic/advertise\, collect payments\, set-up/take-down a tent\, table\, and signage. Each shift will have a Lead VCC Board member to help coordinate and assist. \nVolunteers should dress appropriately for the weather and bring water for hydration. More details provided upon signup. \nSign up to volunteer for Popcorn Fest Parking
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/popcorn-fest-parking-2026/
LOCATION:Journeyman’s Eastside Parking Lot\, 256 Brown St\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising,Signature Events
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SUMMARY:Art + Innovation - Valpo artist reception and networking
DESCRIPTION:Join us at this free artist reception at Valpo Creates Center where the mic is turned on and TURNED UP for the ARTS!\nArtist Reception: Wednesday\, September 16\, 2026\n5:00 – 7:00p \nValpo Creates Center\n256 Indiana Avenue\, Valparaiso \nFeaturing: \nMelissa Griffin\n@indigoinkinteriors \nLeah Romano McMeen\n@leah.romano.mcmeen.art \nMichael Pancini\n@michaelpancini\n \nWes Thorn\n@bmwthornartwork \nBeth Vottero\n@the_saged_brush \nTeneia Dilosa\n@hearttocanvasllc \nThis exclusive exhibit introduces six local artists to downtown Valpo! Their talent extends into a variety of mediums. Each artist encapsulate diverse styles\, perspectives\, as well as attention to abstract and realism\, which provides a lovely summer curation. \nDavid L Arreola with Duneland Pottery will be our featured speaker. \nAttendees can enter to win our Art + Innovation giveaway! \nThis quarter we have even MORE in store as we expand exhibits into new locations across downtown Valparaiso: \n\nLower Lincoln\nRoots Cafe\nBirdie’s Nextdoor\nScented Science\n\nExhibit on display 7.22.26 – 10.16.26
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/art-innovation-valpo-2026-fall/
LOCATION:Valpo Creates Center\, 256 Indiana Ave\, Valparaiso\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art + Innovation,Signature Events
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SUMMARY:Art + Innovation Winter - Valpo artist reception and networking
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date!\nMark your calendar to attend this artist reception\, an incredible free event where the mic is turned on and TURNED UP for the ARTS! \nArtist Reception: Wednesday\, December 16\, 2026\n5:00 – 7:00p \nExhibit: 10.21.26 – 1.8.27 \nMore details to come soon!
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/art-innovation-valpo-2026-winter/
LOCATION:Roots Market Cafe\, 108 E Lincolnway\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art + Innovation,Signature Events
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