2013 was a fun year, wasn't it? There was so much to see and do and we at NWIndianaLife had the chance to be involved in a great number of those things. Theater productions, amazing concerts, delicious food, great people and wonderful parties filled the year with good times and great memories.
Below are the top 10 entertainment articles from this year. It was tough to choose since there were so many cool things that we covered, but we did it!
1. Annual Farm to Table Brings Great Local Flavors to Life
In one of the large rustic barns at County Line Orchard, sweet and savory smells wafted out of the busy kitchens. It was the third annual Farm to Table Festival. And it showcased the region's farmers, chefs, bakers, and artisans. Read more...
2. Pierogi Fest: A Celebration of Eastern European Culture in Northwest Indiana
Is there a better way to spend a day then listening to great music and eating a delicious pierogi? Nope, there sure isn’t! Presented by the Whiting Robertsdale Chamber of Commerce, the 19th Annual Pierogi Fest kicked off on Friday at 11:00 a.m. in Historic Downtown Whiting, Indiana at 119th Street and Indianapolis Boulevard.Read more...
3. Be Afraid...Be Very Afraid: Amhurst Asylum Returns with 8 New Rooms!
Amhurst Asylum returns to Northwest Indiana for a frightful experience you won’t soon forget! With a new expansion of 20,000 square feet and 8 new rooms, a scary time is promised for all! Read more...
4. Festival Park Hosts Official Tree Lighting
Many braved the frigid temperatures to come out to Festival Park in Hobart to enjoy the official tree lighting ceremony Friday night. The Hobart Special Events Committee has put this event together for the past three years and it's becoming a tradition for many who have attended. Read more...
5. County Line Orchard Treats Kids, Connects Businesses with the Community
Get out the princess dresses and ninja turtle costumes. The County Line Orchard in Hobart held their fourth annual trick or treat event. Read more...
6. New “A Christmas Story” Window Benefits Opportunity Enterprises
Fans of the cult Christmas classic, “A Christmas Story” now have a new feature to check out at the Indiana Welcome Center’s annual “A Christmas Story” Comes Home display. Read more...
7. It’s V-Day for Beer Lovers as Veteran Beer Company Launches in NWI
All hands were on deck for Indiana Beverage’s celebration for the launch of Veteran Beer Company products in Northwest Indiana on Tuesday, December 3rd.Read more...
8. Tourism Authority Pays Homage to Iconic Film
To a kid from Jersey, it was a dream come true - a $40,000 bronze statue of himself as Flick, the kid made famous by getting his tongue stuck on a flagpole in the now cult classic holiday movie, “A Christmas Story.” Read more...
9. Fundraiser Helps Youth Musicians to Travel Overseas
More than 100 people came out for a pasta dinner and an evening of entertainment on October 12th, in support of the Northwest Indiana Youth Symphony Orchestra’s 2014 overseas trip. The fundraising event featured a spaghetti dinner, raffles, prizes, and many of the orchestra’s musicians in solo and duet musical performances. Read more...
10. The 9th Annual Hoosier Burn Camp Golf Outing was Par-ticularly Great
The weather was pristine on Monday morning as lady and gent golfers prepared for the 9th Annual Hoosier Burn Camp Golf Outing. The event was held at the Lakes of the Four Seasons Golf Course in Crown Point and it was hosted by Tudor Cleaning & Restoration. Read more...