Community Events

We had a great discussion on *The Five Star Weekend*, a fun beach read. Our next meeting will be on **Thursday**, August 28th. Please note the day change. We will discuss the book ***Writers & Lovers***, by Lily King. For our September meeting, we discussed reading an "epic" novel. One suggestion is: *(https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/219087781-the-gowkaran-tree-in-the-middle-of-our-kitchen)*(https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/219087781-the-gowkaran-tree-in-the-middle-of-our-kitchen)by Shokoofeh Azar. […]

A local grassroots arts and music festival South Bend. Set back into the woods. They have been located in this spot since the festival start so the art weaves through the woods. They typically have 3 or 4 stages, with music throughout the day. This is a 2 day festival this year, Aug 30 & […]

The Galien River flows to Lake Michigan. It’s about 2.5 miles down the river. With scenic views the river wineds through New Buffalo into Lake Michigan. We have 2 options, we can meet in the boat launch area on Red Arrow Highway or we can meet at the beach and paddle towards the boat lauch […]

We will hike the trails in Madeline Bertrand, then St Pats. This will be a moderate pace hike, around 4 miles. The park is open until 8:30 until Sept 13th. Be aware of your gps. If it takes you to Michigan, you are going the wrong way. The park enrance is off Auten Rd. Meetup […]

Start time is 10am CT/11am ET We will take a walk on the trails of Warren Dunes and a walk along the beach. This will be a moderate hike but the trails can be difficult due to the dunes so be mindful of your fitness level. The hike will be 5 to 6 miles. The […]

**🛝🧸🏖️🩴⛵🐚🔍Let's Go Play at the Dunes Beach and Lake! We will ALL Revisit our fabulously fun childhood and enjoy FUN'ner play at the Beach. 🛝🧸🏖️🩴⛵🐚🔍** *I know that this is posted months early, BUT I know some of you will need the time to prepare! Mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually!* 😁😆🏖️ The current Attendee Total […]

Quick morning hike on the trails in Lydick Bog. The bog is part of the Shirley Heinze Trust. This isn’t a very long hike but it’s Sunday morning so we will keep it simple. Here is a link that tells you a light bit about the trail https://heinzetrust.org We will meet in the parking lot. […]

Fall getaway to the Smoky Mountains. We will have a cabin for the men and a cabin for the women. Here is one nice option for lodging Check out this place in Wears Valley I found on Vrbo! https://t.vrbo.io/OgfCr519LSb Signup opens on May 15th 10:30 am If you are interested in joining, please sign up […]

A day of kayaking the lake at Potato Creek and possibly a group cookout if there is interest, with a hike after. This will be a family friendly day at the park. **Rental prices are as follows:** * 14’ Flat Bottom Row Boats: $10/hour or $30/day (plus tax) * 17’ Canoes: $10/hour or $30/day (plus […]

Do you want to travel but not alone? Do you have a destination in mind? Let’s meet and talk about it. This includes international travel. Can’t make the date but are interested, say something in the comments. The Market is a wonderful meeting place. With several little shops under one roof. https://www.themarketsj.com/

Details to come, see link for information and to purchase tickets. They only have one show on the schedule, it will likely sell out quickly. Tickets are &62 to $95.50 https://www.etix.com/ticket/mvc/legacyOnlineSale/performance/sale/switchSelectionMethod;jsessionid=123CD6C729DAEAE6E9F58195AA6D7D08?selection_method=byManifest

***Note that this is Not an actual event but a way to connect!! We will not be meeting up on the date, this is just a way to share your business, craft or skills with everyone in the Meetup group. If you have a small business, skilled craftsmen or handyman services, share your business card […]