Community Calendar

Community Arts Programs is hosting the 5th annual Java, Jive & Pie event at Rodeheaver Auditorium (901 Park Ave, Winona Lake, IN 46590) on Saturday, October 24, 2026. A dance lesson will be offered from 6:00 PM, followed by the musical program beginning at 7:00 PM.

This year, the program, “The Village Canteen,” will feature songs that evoke the 1940s, when swing was king and USO shows supported troops across the globe. Attendees are invited to dress in period attire and take to the dance floor. This year we welcome Matt and Cindy Smith, dance instructors of “Art of Dance Warsaw”. Matt and Cindy will offer dance instruction for dancers of all levels. Ticket holders are encouraged to come early for a dance lesson with Matt and Cindy to learn some basic steps and to give you the confidence to take a chance and dance. Don’t miss this fun opportunity to learn some new moves!

Tickets are available at https://www.capwarsaw.com/event-details/java-jive-pie-the-village-canteen and are $40 for an individual and $300 for a table of eight. Corporate sponsorships and donations are also welcome.

All proceeds benefit the Community Arts Program’s mission to provide creative, collaborative experiences that allow people in Kosciusko County to discover, develop, and share their musical and artistic gifts.

https://www.capwarsaw.com/event-details/java-jive-pie-the-village-canteen

Join Goshen Theater for our Annual Fundraising Gala -- "Unmasked a Masquerade" on Oct. 29 at 6PM. Tickets on sale today!

Haunted History: A Ghost Walk Brings Marshall County’s Darker Stories to Life
The past has a way of haunting us—especially when the stories are true.
The Marshall County Historical Society & Museum invites the public to step into the shadows for Haunted History: A Ghost Walk, an evening of chilling tales drawn from the history of Marshall County. This unique walking experience will explore stories of untimely deaths, tragic accidents and other unsettling moments from the county’s past.
As participants make their way through the Museum, knowledgeable storytellers will share the stories of some local residents whose lives ended unexpectedly, plus details about certain events that left their mark on the community.
Haunted History: A Ghost Walk will take place October 30 at 7:00 PM. Participants should expect an evening of history, mystery, and just the right amount of fright.
Following the Ghost Walk, guests can keep the spooky fun going with a special screening of the classic Mel Brooks comedy Young Frankenstein at The REES.

Join us for an evening of “FUNraising” and test your knowledge on a variety of categories! Buy a table for $100 (up to 10 people/table). Feel free to bring snacks to share with your tablemates. We will have a cash bar for pop, water, beer, and wine. Sign-up by either calling (269) 927-4832 or visit our online store. Trivia Night is for adults only. Doors open at 6:00 PM and trivia begins at 7:00.

Get ready to kick off the holiday season at South Bend International Airport’s 15th Annual Bears in the Air Kick-Off Party!

For more than a decade, this community tradition has brought together local businesses, community leaders, and friends of SBN to make a meaningful difference in our community. Together, we’ve delivered more than 25,000 teddy bears to children in local area hospitals and we’ve contributed more than $116,600 to the Robert L. Miller Sr. Veteran’s Center.

Join us for an evening of food, drinks, music, holiday fun and giving back as we raise funds and work towards another record-breaking year! Your participation in this event helps put a teddy bear in the hands of a child in need of comfort, while also supporting our local Veterans.

Admission to the cocktail-style party is $40 per person at the door, or tables of 10 seats may be reserved in advance for $500. Tables are based on availability and must be reserved by November 25. To reserve a table, contact Julie Curtis at jcurtis@sbnair.com or (574) 800-3230.The event is open to the public for adults 21+. There will be small bites, cocktails, music, and fabulous door prizes to enjoy. Parking in the long-term parking lot will be validated.

If you cannot make it to the kick-off party but are able to contribute, donations can be made until December 13 at https://givegrove.com/bearsintheair2026/.
To learn more about the program, visit: https://flysbn.com/about-sbn/community-outreach/bears-in-the-air/