Community Events

* **This is not an actual event but an announcement for the upcoming changes. I wrote this for the NIA group but will share here so we have a cross […]

Sun morning hike around the Riverwalk. We can park near the Dental Center and meet near the trailhead. This will be a moderately hike. Once around is 2.5 miles. There […]

## Details **A lovely, Autumn Equinox sacred wander of a small beach off of Lake Michigan** **Where**: MODIFIED Warren Dunes State Park Entry Fee $11 option to comment below and […]

One of our members, Denis Ryan will be playing his guitar at the Acorn Theater Sun evening at 6pm. Denis is also a very talented song writer. This is an […]

Meet the symposium’s participating artists and experience their creative process through live demonstrations. This is part of the Indigenizing Museums series. They have events happening Thursday and Friday. We wil […]

💋👗🍷🍾🍸💃 **Lipstick, Floofy Hair & Cute Outfits and Cocktails!** (all optional) - but you get the drift. 💋👗🍷🍾🍸💃 **We are going out on the town the first friday of each […]

We will meet down by the boat launch in the parking lot. When you enter the park, turn right and stay on that road until you see the canoe rental […]

Zisla was a wonderful artist and teacher. We can meet at the gallery to explore the show, then go to lunch afterwards. This exhibition showcases a selection of Harold Zisla’s […]

🩴☀️😎⛵👣🐕‍🦺This is a repeating Monthly wander along the lake and sandy dunes/beach The focus will be on the SW Michigan Beaches! **1) October Wander** will be in **South Haven** ---those […]

We will go for an afternoon hike at Warren Dunes state park on the shores of Lake Michigan. This is about a 5 mile hike. It is a bit more […]

We will go for a quick hike around the lakes at Notre Dame and maybe a bit on campus. This is an easy hike, with clear lighted paths. This will […]

MODIFIED ARRIVAL TIME, we need to be there by 6pm! So we are meeting at Tippecanoe at 5:45pm instead of 6:15. I must have misread the original post. **🎭🗡️EACH of […]

We will do this hike again since it's a favorite. ✌️ afternoon hike at Warren Dunes state park on the shores of Lake Michigan. This is about a 5 mile […]

Thy have an open crochet/knitting/craft night at The Well every Thursday evening. We will be there Nov 14th and have some light instructions, if needed or just come and crocket […]

Join us for a fun night of dance! Contra dance is a traditional form of dance done in long lines of people facing each other. The term is the English […]

if you can't find parking at the main lot, there is a huge overflow parking area across Mineral Springs rd. meet near the washrooms at Chellberg Farm at 11 CT, […]

🩴☀️😎⛵👣🐕‍🦺This is a repeating Monthly wander along the lake and sandy dunes/beach The focus will be on the SW Michigan Beaches! **1) October Wander** will be in **South Haven** ---those familiar, please comment on BEST 1-2 hour walk/hike AND/OR good post-hike group dining (right now I have us starting at Pilgrim Haven)!! IDEAL lake & […]

We will discuss _Camino Island_by John Grisham. This is the first in a series of three books. The third one, Camino Ghosts, came out this summer. We will meet at Frankie's Tacos on Mishawaka Ave. at 5:45 p.m.

We will discuss _Camino Island_by John Grisham. This is the first in a series of three books. The third one, Camino Ghosts, came out this summer. We will meet at Frankie's Tacos on Mishawaka Ave. at 5:45 p.m.

**🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA EVENTS🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂** **TUESDAY Turkey Day Week, Day Trip to Chicago** to visit the **(https://www.christkindlmarket.com/history-tradition/) (>>>We will probably shoot for the **5:30ish CT train departure** and 8:30ish SBN arrival. (though you are welcome to stay later if you like!). *IF there is something special to see/do that evening, I could possibly be talked into staying […]

I’ll probably be ready for a quick hike 😊 will you? We will go for a quick hike around the lakes at Notre Dame. This is an easy hike, with clear lighted paths. This will be a kid/pet friendly hike. Please update your RSVP. Dorr Rd is off of SR933, the light at the WNDU […]

We will take a hike through the trails in Potato Creek State Park on Black Friday. Opting outside for a social hike. Potato Creek has an eagle’s nest near by and an osprey nest in the park. This will be a moderate/fast hike. A few inclines, with clear trails. It may be muddy in spots. […]

**🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂HOLIDAY Extravaganza BEGINS** **Thanksgiving walk off the Turkey waddle🦃🍗🥧** We will enjoy a leisure hike around the infinity loop through St Patricks Park & Mad Bert... about 4-5 miles, depending on trail conditions 1.5 to 2 hours. Park near the river, where they usually launch the boats and near the brown-grey barn bathrooms/tubing hill and […]

**🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA EVENTS🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂** **DTSB First Friday Cocktails!** 💋👗🍷🍾🍸💃 We will begin at Perry's (old Emporium Bldg) for Wine Tasting Then meander over to Ironhand or the Cellar, and then carpool over to DTSB first night festivities including a stop at Spirits. Dress to the Holiday NINES or comfy -- your choice. **🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA EVENTS🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂** * […]

💋👗🍷🍾🍸💃 **Lipstick, Floofy Hair & Cute Outfits and Cocktails!** (all optional) - but you get the drift. 💋👗🍷🍾🍸💃 **We are going out on the town the first friday of each month**. This will be a repeating event (if people are in to it!). The event is primarily for those who identify as female who want […]

We will have an ugly sweater doggy hike around the Riverwalk in Mishawaka. Bring your pup or other pet in their favorite holiday outfit and we will have a little parade around the riverwalk to showcase our furry friends. Then we will hike around the Riverwalk ending with a pupcup for our favorite fur baby. […]

I’m not able to make the show but for anyone that would like to connect with other people interested in going, this is for you. In order to purchase tickets in a block, pick a date that works for everyone and you can purchase the same location at that time. Here is the link to […]

Our book for December 11th is "Things Don't Break on Their Own" by Sarah Easter Collins. We will meet at Rohr's on the ND Campus for dinner and discussion. I hope to see you there!

**🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA 🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂** **Location:** Meet at Baroda Round Barn Entrance. Each Portion is optional or modifiable YOU do YOU! or as the group figures out the best flow...all rather weather dependant of course. 1. Option 5 wine tastings $25 2. Bourbon(?) Cocktail Area 3. Live Music and possible Mini Christmas Market 4. Igloo hangout 5. […]

LIGHTS at Fernwood will be back in the garden for the 2024 holiday season, illuminating evenings with a professionally designed light show. This enchanting experience will include light tunnels, cozy fire pits, a winter craft station, nature-inspired light sculptures, a full-sized LiteBrite, festive music, and more! Visitors will make bright memories during the most magical […]

A few of us are headed to the Candlelight Concert at Scottish Rite but are heading to Fiddlers first for a pint & some warming vittles. Join us for dindin & drinkies if you feel like getting out for a bit in the blustery weather -- Downtown is all lit up!! We will arrive at […]

**HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA** **(https://feverup.com/m/188626?utm_source=Facebook_Desktop_Feed&utm_medium=ad_smartly&utm_campaign=188626_sbn&ad_id=120214839521450248&fbclid=IwY2xjawGPRChleHRuA2FlbQEwAGFkaWQBqxbDk0lT2AEdypxuCj57rFVMnoRZPOQiOREc1_mjEDpN1jBU3tL3qeSjTDHdeLIjF6df_aem_chBQ_hndmuC_iiXrcUHCbQ&campaign_id=120214832181630248) (click for link to pay!! ASAP selling out!)** $30.75 incl fee purchase ASAP Tickets still avail as of 11/10 selling out fast. Choose **BACK BALCONY - cheap seats (guests welcome!)** **General Info** 📍 Venue: **South Bend Scottish Rite** 📅Thursday December 19 8:45p ⏳ Duration: 60 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to […]

**🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂** **Meet at the zoo,** After getting ticket/paying (option to get train ride ticket / feed giraffe) go outside towards Merry Go Round to find ME with my fairy lights and the group! Dress warm & Festive!! **Costs in Comments!** We will meander around the park, take the train ride, grab a cocoa, see […]

**🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂** **Festive Winter Solstice BONFIRE meet at 4:!5 to get comfy and a beverage, they plan to light the fire at 430 (you can come later too! but I love the initial WHOOSH!)** 1. Meetup Modified to BONFIRE ONLY! 2. Bring weather related Comfort items (blankies if so desire - they have comfy Adirondike […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

The 8 pm time slit is sold out, they currently have a few left for 8:15. We will go for the 8pm time slot at the Ironworks Ice Rink on the Mishawaka Riverwalk arriving 10 mins early. This is a blast if you have never been! The cost is $10 for 10 minutes. To purchase […]

We will be joining Rick's group for a New Year's Eve adventure. We start out with a hike in Warren Woods meeting there at 2pm South Bend timezone, this is about an hour hike. Eileen is hosting the even and has a wonderful day and evening planned. Please see her description below and let me […]

**White Winter (or not so white) Forest Bathing Shin-rin Yoku** **& Meditative Exercise to set ONE 2025 New Year's Resolution** **Location:** St. Patricks & Mad Bert's Parks Walk/Hike/Plod thru Snow(?!) about 4 miles **DRESS** Weather appropriately for hiking & standing in circle meditation to set ONE NY 2025 resolution (there will be a short exercise […]

**Our Beloved ANNUAL New Years Day Hike (2nd one, hahahah)** *🥳🎉👣🥾Join us to start your New Year 2025 on the right foot -- or left.* 1. We will begin by parking in St Patrick's Park (map below) and heading into Mad Berts for a nice 45-minute jaunt along the wintery pathways. There are plenty of […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a monthly **1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **REMINDER** to please […]

We will go for a quick morning hike around the lakes at Notre Dame and maybe a bit on campus. This is an easy hike, 2.5 miles once around. This will be a pet friendly hike. If your plans change, Please update your RSVP. Dorr Rd is off of SR933, the light at the WNDU […]

We can meet and go for a walk through the trails and gardens at Fernwood. I haven’t hike the tails here yet, I always get distracted by the gardens. I’m not sure how many miles or how many trails there are but they are located on 105 acres. They have a cafe, I’m not sure […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

Join us for a fun night of dance! We did this in November and had a blast. Once we figured out how everything worked and got over (for sum of us) touching other people it was so much fun! And a very good workout if you are looking to get your heart rate up. There […]

We will meet down by the boat launch in the parking lot. When you enter the park, turn right and stay on that road until you see the canoe rental building and the parking lot. You can only enter the park off of Auten Rd. Be aware if your gps takes you into Michigan, you […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

It's never too soon to work on gardening plans. We can meet for a seed exchange and start a discussion about our own gardening challenges. The theory of Permaculture is creating an ecosystem that brings the land back to a balance that helps become more self-sufficient and sustainable. From soil to invasive plants to fertilizer, […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

There is an open crochet/knitting circle Every Thursday evening at 6pm. It’s a time to bring whatever you are working on and meet other people. Any craft project. We will be there, if you are new to crochet that’s ok. We can teach the basics that you need to get you started. I’ll have yarn […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** *February 7th 6pm Farmer's Market Parking Lot closest to River, possibly crooked Ewe after* **REMINDER** to please **UN-rsvp** if you cannot make it; it is terribly cold outside to be waiting for folks to appear that don't...I am very optimistic. Hahaha. **As Always there is possibility** of […]

We will take a hike through the trails in Potato Creek State Park. Potato Creek has an eagle’s nest near by and an osprey nest in the park. This will be a moderate/fast hike. A few inclines, with clear trails. We will meet in the cemetery parking lot and start on trail 4, then trail […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

**Group Valentine's 💗💖💐🍷Casual Date Night!** *Inclusive genders, couple/single/undetermined status & any and all over 21..***.** **LIMIT to 10** people AND RSVPs will close on Wednesday due to Reservations -- (as always, BE KIND and **unRSVP** if and when you know you can't make it). **WALK + WINE + WALK + VITTLES** * Park at Emporium […]

Event in full- all 10 spots are taken We have a few optional dates for the beginner glassblowing class. I selected Feb 15th as a tentative on the 'works for them'. Other dates are Jan 18th, 19th, 25th, 26th, Feb 15th or 16th. The only time slot available is 3:30 to 6:30. We have the […]

**🔍👀🫵THIS is a discovery meetup (not an actual meetup event YET -** *there is no in-person meetup scheduled yet***)** -- Who is interested in **committing to a monthly** **hooking in a circle** with other joyful hookers? 🧶🪝 It does not have to be crochet, but I am a beginner hooker with grandiose plans and figure […]

For our meeting on February 19th, we will discuss the book, **The Witch Elm** by Tana French - a book that asks what we become, and what we’re capable of when we no longer know who we are. If you have time you can read **The Midnight Library**, by Matt Haig too, -exploring *the* infinite […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

Join us for a fun night of dance! We did this in November and had a blast. Once we figured out how everything worked and got over (for sum of us) touching other people it was so much fun! And a very good workout if you are looking to get your heart rate up. There […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

Quick morning hike on the trails in Lydick Bog. This isn’t a very long hike but it’s Sun morning so we willl keep it simple. We will meet in the parking lot. Please update your RSVP if your plans change. As always be kind and patience in any social group.

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a monthly **1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **REMINDER** to please […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** *March 7th Ironworks Parking Lot meet by ice rink 6pm, possibly the pub aftewards.* **REMINDER** to please **UN-rsvp** if you cannot make it; it is terribly cold outside to be waiting for folks to appear that don't...I am very optimistic. Hahaha. **As Always there is possibility** of […]

This is an open mic poetry and short story reading event. Jake Webster is a sculptor, painter, poet who has opened his space up for Wordplay. Bring your own work to read or come and enjoy the other artist and their work. I don’t believe there is a cost but maybe a donation for the […]

Our next book club discussion will be Wednesday, March 12th, at Rohr's. We will discuss *The Husbands* by Holly Gramazio. We had a great discussion on *The Witch Elm* by Tana French, and most of us had read T*he Midnight Library* by Matt Haig. If you haven't read it yet, you should! The Midnight Library […]

We'll hike the trails at Warren Dunes, this is a more rugged hike with challenging sand dunes and a casual walk along the shore. This is about a 5 mile hike. We will meet in the parking lot just a mile north of the park entrance on Floral Lane. There is no fee to park […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

💞💃🔥❤️‍🔥🌼🌷🌹Join us for a celebration of SPRING finally SPRINGING! Set your intentions to use the power of Spring bursting forth to have a fabulous Spring and Summer!💞💃🔥❤️‍🔥🌼🌷🌹 I will arrive about 5:15ishy (going to cut class early, wheeee!), grab a glass of something, a small plate of something else, and an Adirondack chair. Hope to […]

This is 10am ET, 9am CDT Sun morning hike around the Riverwalk. We can park near the Dental Center and meet near the trailhead. This will be a moderately hike. Once around is 2.5 miles. There are a few nice places to eat if you would like to go have a bite. I won't be […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

This is 10am ET, 9am CT Quick morning hike to a new location 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 […]

For our next Book Club Discussion we will review *City of Night Birds: A Novel*, by Juhea Kim, a coming-of-age novel about a Russian ballerina. I look forward to seeing you at Rocky River Tap and Table on April 9th!

This is 10am ET, 9am CDT We can meet by the large pavilion. Go through entrance and take the exit at the roundabout that goes down to the parking near the pavilion. This will be about an 8 mile hike, at a good pace of 3 miles an hour. We will hike along the beach […]

This is 10am ET, 9am CT Quick morning hike, we will start at the labyrinth on the St Mary’s campus. I believe there is a garden on campus. I haven’t hiked there but we will hike around the campus grounds then head over to Notre Dame if there is time. This will be a casual […]

Join us for a fun night of dance! We did this in November and had a blast. Once we figured out how everything worked it was so much fun! And a very good workout if you are looking to get your heart rate up. There was a live band which was wonderful too. Admission: $8.00/regular; […]

Fernwood has their spring plant sale date set for April 26th. I have the start time for 1pm but we can meet earlier if that works out better. We’ll know when we get closer. We will also go for a hike. Fernwood has a nice little cafe, we can get a bite to eat after […]

We had a great discussion last night while enjoying a delicious dinner at Rocky River! Our next book will be *Just the Nicest Couple* by Mary Kubica. We will meet on Thursday*, May 1st at Ironhand Wine Bar. Note Day Change*

this event is being held jointly with Rick's Hiking and Fun Group https://www.meetup.com/ricks-hiking-fun-group/ dear hiking friends-- On Saturday morning, May 3, we will take a bike ride on the Prairie Duneland trail, then visit the 2025 grand opening of the Chesterton European Market for lunch at one of the many food stands there. This is […]

**⚡💪⚔️MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU!🚀🛰️👨‍🚀** **🙂🌷💃🌹❤️‍🔥Join a lovely circle of gals at CROOKED EWE** (3:33pm upstairs, on the balcony if nice weather). **🙂🌷💃🌹❤️‍🔥** PLUS Possible Post 1 hour River Walk *Around the world, for thousands of years, circles of women have gathered together to connect, belong, support, guide and relate to each other...sharing inspiration, […]

Learn the Cha Cha at Sunset Coast Ballroom Dancing. Feel like learning ballroom dance? Join us for the fun and enjoyment. No experience necessary & no partner required! Jessica will be our host for this event, look for her when you arrive. This month, we’re turning up the fun with Cha Cha—playful, flirty, and perfect […]

Join us for a fun night of dance! We did this in November and had a blast. Once we figured out how everything worked it was so much fun! And a very good workout if you are looking to get your heart rate up. There was a live band which was wonderful too. Admission: $8.00/regular; […]

Start time is 6 pm ET 5pm CDT The zoo has paired with Tianyu Arts and Cultural to create 60 lantern installations throughout the zoo. The display is open from 6 to 10 pm. We’ll meet at the International Fuse Restaurant at 6pm, and be at the zoo around 7:30. We have a reservation and […]

This event is being held jointly with Ultimate Werewolf Michiana. If you are a gamer, checkout their group. https://www.meetup.com/uwmichiana/ Join us for a night of murder-mystery, deception and fun! This game night is completely free! There is no age restriction! You do not need any experience with the game, or others like it to play. […]

We will walk the labyrinth on the St Mary’s Campus, then walk over to Notre Dame to hike around the lakes. We can meet and park at the Inn at St Mary’s hotel. Then hike over to the labyrinth. The Inn is just north of St Mary’s Campus. Notre Dame around the lakes is 2 […]

Learn the Cha Cha at Sunset Coast Ballroom Dancing. Feel like learning ballroom dance? Join us for the fun and enjoyment. No experience necessary & no partner required! Jessica will be our host for this event, look for her when you arrive. This month, we’re turning up the fun with Cha Cha—playful, flirty, and perfect […]

Event is 10am ET/ 9am CT We willl meet for breakfast, tea or coffee at Lakeshore Cafe in Michigan City, then go to the Friendship Botanical Gardens. We can explore the garden and hike the trails. They have over 3 miles of trails to hike. I have not been there yet but it has been […]

Our next book for the Book Club is: *Heartwood* by Amity Gaige- A search-and-rescue team races against time when an experienced hiker mysteriously disappears in the gripping and suspenseful new novel. We will meet on a Thursday again. We've also picked our June book - *All the Colors of the Dark* by Chris Whitaker. We […]

Event is 10am ET/ 9am CT We willl meet for breakfast, tea or coffee at Lakeshore Cafe in Michigan City, then go to the Friendship Botanical Gardens. We can explore the garden and hike the trails. They have over 3 miles of trails to hike. I have not been there yet but it has been […]

Tentative date: Whitewater rafting and quarts crystal digging. There is about a 3 hours drive from the crystal park to the nearest whitewater rafting. There are a lot of options for other activities like horseback riding, hiking, hot spring. Here are a few links to copy and paste: https://www.montanawhitewater.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-Brochure.pdf https://www.raftmontana.com/full-day-gallatin-rafting-trip-big-sky-montana---best-value.html https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1088683.pdf https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/bdnf/recreation/rocks-minerals/recarea/?recid=5669&actid=73

Hi All, I'm sorry but I need to change the date of our June meeting. We will meet on the 18th at Chicory Cafe in Mishawaka. I hope you can make it! We will discuss "All the Colors of the Dark"* by Chris Whittaker.

I have a couple last minute spots that have opened up and wanted to see if you would like to spend the weekend in Hocking Hills. We will be hiking and relaxing. I will be holding a drum making workshop but that should only take 5 hours. It should be a beautiful weekend. The space […]

We will hike trail 4, over to the nature center and back to the cemetery parking lot. This will be a moderate pace hike, around 4/5 miles. This hike is […]

Hey Annie will preform live on the Howard Park stage at 11:45-1:15. This is part of the Friday’s by the fountain summer concert series. Bring a chair, lunch and something […]