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SUMMARY:Art + Innovation - PNW artist reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us at this free artist reception\, an incredible event\, where students + staff can learn from the featured artists showcased each quarter.\nArtist Reception:\nWednesday\, April 22\, 2026\n5:00 – 7:00p  \nPurdue University Northwest Hammond Campus\nClassroom Office Building\n2200 169th Street Hammond\, IN\n \nThis reception will take place at PNW Hammond Campus in the Mane zone. \n  \nFeaturing: \nEd Spelde\nespelde@comcast.net \nJeff Baumgartner\n@baumgartnerjeffrey \nThomas Cera\ntcera@gmail.com \n  \nThis exclusive event will introduce local artists to students\, faculty + PNW stakeholders. Hear their stories and how they were led to explore ink\, lens + illustration. \nAttendees can enter to win our Art + Innovation giveaway! \nExhibit on display 4.11.26 – 7.10.26 \n 
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/art-innovation-2026-spring-pnw/
LOCATION:Purdue University Northwest – Hammond Campus\, 2200 E 169th Street\, Hammond\, IN\, 46323\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art + Innovation,Signature Events
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SUMMARY:Valpo Creates Camp - Boys & Girls Club
DESCRIPTION:Valpo Creates Camp and the Boys & Girls Club are bringing the arts to children this June!\nChildren will be able to experience four consecutive Wednesdays in June of  Valpo Creative Camp fun! \nBe sure to register with the Boys & Girls Club in Valparaiso to participate! \nSchedule at Boys and Girls Club\nJune 3: Theater\nCampers will explore performance skills and create a collaborative skit in this immersive theater experience. \nJune 10: Dance\nCampers will learn diverse dance styles and discover their own movement expression through guided workshops. \nJune 17: Visual Arts\nCampers will explore color and create a summer-themed art project to take home. \nJune 24: Music\nCampers will get to explore and interact with various musical instruments in this Instrument Petting Zoo. \nEvent Details are subject to change
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/valpo-creates-camp-boys-and-girls-club-2026/
LOCATION:Boys & Girls Club – Valparaiso\, 708 Evans Avenue\, Valparaiso\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events,Youth Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T120000
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SUMMARY:Valpo Creates Camp - Hilltop Neighborhood House
DESCRIPTION:Valpo Creates Camp and Hilltop are bringing the arts to children this June!\nChildren will be able to experience four consecutive Thursdays in June of Valpo Creative Camp fun! \nBe sure to register with Hilltop to participate! \nSchedule at Hilltop Neighborhood House\nJune 4: Theater\nCampers will explore performance skills and create a collaborative skit in this immersive theater experience. \nJune 11: Dance\nCampers will learn diverse dance styles and discover their own movement expression through guided workshops. \nJune 18: Visual Arts\nCampers will explore color and create a summer-themed art project to take home. \nJune 25: Music\nCampers will get to explore and interact with various musical instruments in this Instrument Petting Zoo. \nEvent Details are subject to change
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/valpo-creates-camp-hilltop-neighborhood-house-2026/
LOCATION:Hilltop Neighborhood House\, 460 S. College Avenue\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events,Youth Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T120000
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SUMMARY:Valpo Creates Camp - YMCA
DESCRIPTION:Valpo Creates Camp and the Valpo YMCA are bringing the arts to children this June!\nChildren will be able to experience four consecutive Fridays in June of Valpo Creative Camp fun! \nBe sure to register with YMCA to participate! \nSchedule at YMCA\nJune 5: Theater\nCampers will explore performance skills and create a collaborative skit in this immersive theater experience. \nJune 12: Dance\nCampers will learn diverse dance styles and discover their own movement expression through guided workshops. \nJune 19: Visual Arts\nCampers will explore color and create a summer-themed art project to take home. \nJune 26: Music\nCampers will get to explore and interact with various musical instruments in this Instrument Petting Zoo. \n\nEvent Details are subject to change
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/valpo-creates-camp-ymca-2026/
LOCATION:Valparaiso Family YMCA\, 1201 Cumberland Crossing Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events,Youth Camp
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SUMMARY:Art + Innovation - Valpo artist reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us at this free artist reception at Roots Market Cafe and Lower Lincoln where the mic is turned on and TURNED UP for the ARTS!\nArtist Reception:\nWednesday\, June 17\, 2026\n5:00 – 7:00p \nStarts at Roots Roots Market Cafe\n108 E Lincolnway\, Valparaiso\, IN \n  \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  \nThis exclusive event will introduce five local artists to our downtown Valpo exhibit whose talent pours out a colorful curation of works. All five artist encapsulate a variety of styles\, perspectives\, and attention to composition. Get in touch with the artists + support their talent! \nAttendees can enter to win our Art + Innovation giveaway! \nExhibit on display 4.10.26 – 7.10.26 \n 
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/art-innovation-summer-valpo/
LOCATION:Roots Market Cafe\, 108 E Lincolnway\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art + Innovation,Signature Events
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SUMMARY:SAND + STEEL Art Fest 2026
DESCRIPTION:Summer arts + music weekend in downtown Valparaiso!\nValparaiso Creative Council and Valparaiso Events are combining forces to produce this new FREE community arts event in Valparaiso\, IN: \nSAND + STEEL Art Fest 2026\nFriday\, June 26\nthrough Sunday\, June 28\nStarting at Central Plaza – 68 Lafayette Street\nStretching to Valpo Creates Center – 256 Indiana Avenue \nNamed as a nod to the geography and industry of our county and region\, SAND + STEEL Art Fest is a free\, three-day celebration of local artistic creativity and talent. \nSAND + STEEL Art Fest kicks off with a community concert featuring the South Shore Orchestra on Friday\, June 26\, 2026 at 7pm at Central Park Plaza. The celebration continues with two days filled with art in all its forms\, inviting visitors to explore the Valparaiso Creative District and experience work from more than fifty local artists across a wide range of fine art disciplines on on Saturday\, June 27 from 9am-5pm and Sunday\, June 28 from 10am-4pm. The seasonal Valparaiso Market\, hosted by Valpo Parks\, will be integrated into the event\, adding even more local vendors to peruse. Throughout the weekend\, attendees can also take part in interactive experiences including live music\, theater\, dance\, performances\, and hands-on create-and-take activities for all ages. \nSAND + STEEL Art Fest will be steeped in the history and dynamic theme of our county’s natural sand dunes and steel industry\, promising a unique experience of themed fusion between the two. This refined exhibit of local and regional artists will showcase an arrangement of talent for attendees to enjoy. It promises to layer immersive experiences\, provide plenty of artwork to purchase\, celebrate a wave of art activation\, and engage attendees in fun SAND + STEEL Art Fest activities for families and audiences of all ages and abilities. \nValparaiso Creative Council is a non-profit organization of community leaders entrusted with developing the Creative District for Valparaiso\, while Valparaiso Events is an established community engagement organization who consistently provides incredible festivals and events for our region. The partnership between both entities will extend a refreshing synergy and creative celebration of summer in downtown Valparaiso. \n  \nInterested in exhibiting?\nApplications are open for art vendors to apply. Artwork must be original and made by the artist. \nInterested in sponsoring?\nWe’re accepting sponsors for this highly-visible summer 2026 event. Please contact Jessica Corral at Valparaiso Creative Council or  Tom Clifford at Valparaiso Events for availability. \nPLATINUM $5\,000 \n\nReserved Front Row Seating at South Shore Orchestra Concert (Friday\, June 26)\nOpportunity to MC Main Stage\nAd Space in Event Brochure\nComplimentary use of Valparaiso Creative Council Space (based on availability\, some restrictions apply)\nCompany Logo on: Event Signage\, Marketing Materials & Website\n10×20 Booth Set Up at Entire Event Series\n\nGOLD $2\,500 (6) \n\nCompany Logo on: Event Signage\, Marketing Materials & Website\n10×10 Booth Set Up at Event on Saturday & Sunday\nChoice of Area Sponsorship:\n\nLive Artist (2)\nYouth Creative Corner (1)\nCreate IT + Take IT Activity (1)\nStage Performances (2)\n\n\n\nSILVER $1\,500 (4) \n\nCompany Logo on: Event Signs\, Event Signage\, Marketing Materials & Website\nChoice of Area Sponsorship:\n\nPhotobooth/Photo OP (2)\nPop-Up Art Activation (2)\n\n\n\nBRONZE $500 \n\nCompany Logo on: Event Signage\, Marketing Materials & Website\n\nDownload the 2026 SAND + STEEL Art Fest Sponsorship Sheet
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/sand-and-steel-art-fest-2026/
LOCATION:Central Park Plaza\, 68 Lafayette Street\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events
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SUMMARY:Mural Walk 2026: Live Painting\, Music and More
DESCRIPTION:See artists paint murals in downtown Valpo\nSave the date for our third annual Mural Walk! Watch artists paint new outdoor murals in downtown Valparaiso\, IN. This popular summer event also features live music\, creative activities led by local artists\, giveaways and more. It’s fun for all ages! \nSaturday\, August 22\, 2026 (Rain date TBD)\nFree to the public\n9am – 3pm \nSee our map of murals facilitated by the VCC to date and enjoy Valparaiso’s public art year-round! \nMore details to come 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 for future mural design and painting opportunities. Application details coming soon. \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 
URL:https://valpocreates.org/event/mural-walk-2026-valparaiso-in/
CATEGORIES:Mural Walk,Signature Events
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SUMMARY:Art + Innovation - PNW artist reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us at this free artist reception\, an incredible event\, where students + staff can learn from the featured artists showcased each quarter.\nArtist Reception:\nWednesday\, September 2\, 2026\n5:00 – 7:00p \n\nPurdue University Northwest Hammond Campus\nClassroom Office Building\n2200 169th Street Hammond\, IN \nThe reception will take place at PNW Hammond Campus in the Mane zone. \n  \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  \nThis exclusive event will introduce five local artists to students\, faculty + PNW stakeholders. All five artist encapsulate a variety of styles\, perspectives\, and attention to composition. Get in touch with the artists + support their talent! \nAttendees can enter to win our Art + Innovation giveaway! \nExhibit duration: 7.17.26 – 10.16.26 \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
CATEGORIES:Art + Innovation,Signature Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T180000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T170000
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SUMMARY:Art + Innovation Fall - Valpo
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date!\nMark your calendar to attend this artist reception\, an incredible free event 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 \nExhibit: 7.17.26 – 10.16.26 \nMore details to come soon!
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
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date!\nMark your calendar to attend this artist reception\, an incredible free event at Valpo Creates Center\, 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:Valpo Creates Center\, 256 Indiana Ave\, Valparaiso\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art + Innovation,Signature Events
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