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Events

Saint Joseph Health System is coming up with a plan to help retain and recruit caregivers,...

Saint Joseph Health System to host hiring event for dieticians, athletic trainers

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By 16 News Now
Attendees can interact with recruiters and leaders in three sessions from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Events

Lizzie Velasquez to share inspirational message at The Great LOGAN Nose-On Luncheon

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By 16 News Now
Lizzie was born with a condition that doesn't allow her body to gain weight. She took that viral comment and turned it around.

Events

Fiddler’s Hearth hosts St. Patrick’s Day celebration

Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 4:32 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
The pub is cooking up 600 pounds of corned beef for the celebration!

Events

All-youth cast performs ‘Schoolhouse Rock Live!’ at The Lerner Theatre

Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 12:51 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
Around 1,300 students were out at The Lerner Theatre in Elkhart on Friday morning for a special performance of “Schoolhouse Rock Live!”

Events

NIHHC to host vaccination health clinic on Saturday

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 9:57 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
The coalition will be hosting a health clinic on Saturday, March 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Arena Michiana.

Events

A model train.

18th annual model train show heads to Nappanee this weekend

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 3:58 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
The show will feature model train layouts displaying a vast range of sizes and styles.

Wednesday's Child

Kevin is looking for a forever family through the Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange.

Wednesday’s Child: Cool Kevin

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 6:03 PM EDT
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By Tricia Sloma
16-year-old Kevin is a fun-loving kid in need of adoption through the Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange.

Events

South Bend Youth Symphony Orchestra gearing up for annual Gala Concert

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 5:00 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
It’s happening at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center on Notre Dame’s campus at 7 p.m. on Thursday.

Events

John & Dede Howard Ice Arena to hold last skating sessions of winter this weekend

Updated: Mar. 14, 2023 at 12:13 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
The city of St. Joseph is offering discounted skating for the final weekend!

Events

WorkOne is looking to help people get employed!

WorkOne to host weekly in-house job fairs

Updated: Mar. 13, 2023 at 11:24 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
The Northern Indiana Workforce Board’s WorkOne will organize weekly in-house job fairs to promote employment opportunities in the area.

Events

SBVPA has over 100 Summer Jobs

SBVPA to host youth summer job fair

Updated: Mar. 13, 2023 at 10:22 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
The South Bend Venues Parks & Arts will host a youth summer job on Saturday, March 18, at the Howard Park Event Center.

Events

St. Joseph County hosting free suicide intervention program

Updated: Mar. 13, 2023 at 4:18 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
The program is designed to help people be more prepared to respond to suicidal concerns in relationships with family, friends, and coworkers.

Events

artisan market

South Bend Artisan Market takes over the Century Center

Updated: Mar. 11, 2023 at 12:46 PM EST
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By Samantha Albert
Brought to you by U93, the event is hosting over 150 vendors.

Events

Free women’s self-defense seminar available in Mishawaka

Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 11:42 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
A self-defense seminar for women is being offered for free in Mishawaka.

Events

Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra to perform Shostakovich’s Fifth on March 19, 2023.

Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra to perform Shostakovich’s Fifth

Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 4:36 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
Shostakovich’s Fifth will be performed on Sunday, March 19, at the Howard Performing Arts Center at Andrews University in Berrien Springs.

Events

SBPD to host ‘Community Crime Stat Meeting’ on Wednesday night

Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 11:36 AM EST
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By 16 News Now
The meeting will cover crime trends from last month. There will also be time allotted for community questions and input.

Wednesday’s Child: Rae still waiting for a new home

Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 9:54 AM EST
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By Tricia Sloma
Rae wants people to know that she would be a loving addition to their family.

Events

South Bend Expo for Women to host 2023 ‘Ladies Day Out Celebration’

Updated: Mar. 6, 2023 at 11:33 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
The 2023 “Ladies Day Out Celebration” will be held at the Discovery Ballroom at the Century Center on March 28 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Community

Parent: Aliyah Turner
Child: Anaielli 15 months

SJC Imagination Library contest winners

Updated: Mar. 6, 2023 at 3:18 PM EST

Events

St. Joe County Public Library hopes to inspire kids through ‘STEAM Labs’

Updated: Mar. 6, 2023 at 12:08 PM EST
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By Carmen Feucht
If you’re looking for some fun afternoon activities for your kids, a great place to start is always at your local library.

Events

Last chance to purchase tickets for Rhyme & Reason Ministry’s annual fundraising gala

Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 12:27 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
The event takes place next Friday, March 10, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the RV Hall of Fame & Museum in Elkhart County.

Wednesday's Child

11-year-old Jackson is looking for a forever family through the Michigan Adoption Resource...

Wednesday’s Child: Jackson needs a new family

Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 6:09 PM EST
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By Tricia Sloma
11-year-old Jackson is looking for a forever family through the Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange.

Events

International Big Balloon Build coming to Elkhart County in 2024

Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 5:44 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
75 of the world’s most talented balloon artists will be transforming the Northern Indiana Event Center in Elkhart County into a carnival walkthrough experience by using over 100,000 balloons.

Events

The Goshen staple opened a second location in Granger over the weekend.

The Chief Ice Cream to open Granger location next week

Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 5:33 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
A beloved local ice cream chain is gearing up for its grand opening!

Events

Cardinal Robert W. McElroy

Cardinal Robert McElroy to speak at Notre Dame Forum event on war, peace

Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 11:48 AM EST
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By 16 News Now
The event, entitled “New and Old Wars, New and Old Challenges to Peace,” takes place from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday at McKenna Hall in rooms 215/216.

Events

A woman aims a bow and arrow at a makeshift-target.

Registration opens for ‘Becoming an Outdoors-Woman’ workshop

Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 12:17 AM EST
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By 16 News Now
The annual “Becoming an Outdoors-Woman” workshop will be held at Ross Camp in West Lafayette.

Events

Democratic candidates for South Bend Common Council to host ‘State of the City’ town hall

Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 12:22 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
The event is at 6 p.m. in Ignition Park, which is located at 460 Stull Street in South Bend.

Events

The poster competition is open until June!

‘South Bend: The Next 100 Years’ poster design contest announced

Updated: Feb. 27, 2023 at 11:24 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
A poster design is underway with some incredible prizes!

Events

Kevin Hart to perform his latest standup tour at the Hard Rock Casino in June.

Kevin Hart to perform at the Hard Rock Casino in June

Updated: Feb. 27, 2023 at 11:21 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
Hart’s “Reality Check” comedy tour will be headed to northern Indiana’s Hard Rock Casino on Saturday, June 10.

Events

A scene from "A Nightmare on Elm Street," the brainchild of former Clarkson University...

Cinemark to show iconic 70s, 80s horror movies this week

Updated: Feb. 27, 2023 at 4:55 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
The movie theater chain is bringing back some of the most iconic horror films from the 70s and 80s as part of its “Slash into Spring” program!

Events

Acclaimed speaker, urban educator to give lecture on ‘School Communities Leading with Equity’

Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 5:46 PM EST
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By Lauren Moss and 16 News Now
It’s designed to bring the community together as educators and citizens to better understand issues surrounding inequities in schools and classrooms.

Events

City of South Bend to host final Neighborhood Traffic Calming meeting on Thursday

Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 12:23 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
The event takes place from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Near Northwest Neighborhood Inc. Community Center.

Events

ECS Parent Coalition third meeting

Elkhart Community Schools Parent Coalition hosts forum on bullying prevention, child safety

Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 11:55 AM EST
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By 16 News Now
The forum was aimed at bringing stakeholders together to discuss ways to create a safe community as it specifically relates to child safety, bullying prevention, and mental health.

Events

River Bend Film Festival returns in April.

River Bend Film Festival returns in April

Updated: Feb. 22, 2023 at 11:20 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
One of the most highly anticipated film events in the region will be returning for its 20th anniversary!

Wednesday's Child

Wednesday’s Child: Joshua still waiting for forever family

Updated: Feb. 22, 2023 at 11:14 AM EST
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By Tricia Sloma
We first shared Joshua’s story in March 2022. He’s a 14-year-old Indiana foster child with special needs.

Events

Jewish Federation of St. Joseph Valley hosting ‘The State of Antisemitism’ event on Tuesday

Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 12:42 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
A discussion will be held about the recent rise of antisemitism in America and what the community can do to counter hate.

Events

IU South Bend to host ‘Celebrating Malcolm X 2023’ on Tuesday night

Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 12:27 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
The free event takes place from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at IU South Bend’s Civil Rights Heritage Center.

Events

South Bend Venues Parks & Arts announces upcoming events

Updated: Feb. 20, 2023 at 9:15 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
South Bend Venues Parks & Arts has several fun, family-friendly events planned over the next month!

Events

Job application workshop to be held Tuesday at South Bend Main Post Office

Updated: Feb. 20, 2023 at 9:03 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
If you’re looking for a job, the United States Postal Service is hiring!

Events

Michiana Humane Society hosting online auction to support shelter animals

Updated: Feb. 20, 2023 at 4:57 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
It includes items like vacation getaways, fitness packages, live performance tickets, and more!

Events

The brewfest is returning to the Century Center!

South Bend Brewfest headed to the Century Center this upcoming weekend

Updated: Feb. 17, 2023 at 4:47 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
The South Bend Brewfest is coming back, and this year with a Mardi Gras twist!

Events

Mishawaka's Memorial Day Parade is set to return this year!

Memorial Day Parade set to return to Mishawaka

Updated: Feb. 17, 2023 at 4:16 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
After years of cancellations, Mayor Dave Wood has announced the return of the Memorial Day Parade.

Wednesday's Child

Matthew’s case manager describes him as a very loving child who loves to laugh and joke around.

Wednesday’s Child: Matthew is a joy to be around

Updated: Feb. 15, 2023 at 9:53 AM EST
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By Tricia Sloma
Matthew’s case manager describes him as a very loving child who loves to laugh and joke around.

Events

The 2022 event, held at Four Winds Casino, was put on by Proteus Inc., a non-profit that serves...

Farmworker Recognition Breakfast headed to Four Winds Casino SB in March

Updated: Feb. 14, 2023 at 11:32 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
Proteus is hosting its third annual Farmworker Recognition Breakfast on Friday, March 31, at Four Winds Casino South Bend.

Events

Lake Michigan College hosting Black History event on Friday

Updated: Feb. 10, 2023 at 2:27 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
The Mendel Center at Lake Michigan College is hosting archaeologist Alicia Odewale on Friday night.

Events

Ethnic Festival to return to South Bend

Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 5:53 PM EST
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By Mark Peterson
The Ethnic Festival itself dates back to 1974.

News

South Bend Cubs hosting job fair on Tuesday night

Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 12:08 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
It’s taking place at the Aloft Hotel in downtown South Bend from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Events

Former Georgia President Giorgi Margvelashvili speaks at Notre Dame on Feb. 8, 2023.

Former Georgia President Giorgi Margvelashvili speaks at Notre Dame

Updated: Feb. 8, 2023 at 11:20 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
Giorgi Margvelashivili, the former President of Georgia, spoke on campus about Russian aggression in Ukraine and Eastern Europe.

Events

South Bend’s Near Northwest Neighborhood to host financial literacy classes.

South Bend’s Near Northwest Neighborhood to host financial literacy classes

Updated: Feb. 8, 2023 at 9:56 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
South Bend’s Near Northwest Neighborhood is offering financial readiness classes to help residents get smarter with their money.

Events

Notre Dame students participated in the fundraiser for the Center for the Homeless in South Bend.

ND students participate in Siegfried Hall’s 17th annual ‘Day of Man Fundraiser’

Updated: Feb. 8, 2023 at 9:20 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
Notre Dame students wore shorts, t-shirts, and sandals around campus in solidarity with the homeless in our community.

Events

Howard Park to host ‘Low Sensory Night’

Updated: Feb. 8, 2023 at 1:18 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
There will be a variety of activities for sensory seekers, an ice-skating session with lower attendance and lower sensory inputs, and a low sensory room for anyone who could benefit from some time away from the event.
Abram the artist

Wednesday’s Child: Abram the Artist

Updated: Feb. 8, 2023 at 10:20 AM EST
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By Tricia Sloma
Abram discovered his love for art when he was 13.

Food

Caracas Bistro unveils Valentine’s milkshake

Updated: Feb. 7, 2023 at 6:17 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
It features ice cream, an ice cream sandwich, cookies, and much more.

Events

Harry "KC" Wayne Casey (center) of KC and the Sunshine Band performs on stage at the K-Earth...

KC and The Sunshine Band to perform at Four Winds New Buffalo

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 3:45 PM EST
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By 16 News Now
It’s taking place on May 6 at 9 p.m.
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