All NEW holiday tradition in Crown Point! Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26th, 8 am in Crown Point. Flying Turkey 5K/2K Run/Walk | Hometown Happenings Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 26th, 8 am (6:45 am sign-in) Leaving from Lake Co. Fairgrounds Sign Up Online - Please Note: ONLY online registration for this event. There are no paper entries or manual entry by staff the … [Read More]
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Hometown Santa Market
Welcome Market Guests & Vendors to the Hometown Santa Market Friday, Dec. 4th, 5 - 9 pm Saturday, Dec. 5th, 10 am - 4 pm Lake County Fairgrounds, Crown … [Read More]
Celebrate Christmas with Family & Friends!
Santa Run 5K/2K
Santa Run & Walk 5K/2K Sat, December 19th, 8 am (7 am sign in) First United Methodist Hall, 352 S. Main, Crown Point Sign Up Online - NO paper entry forms … [Read More]
Recent Event and News Posts
The Community Response to Disaster
The Community Response to Disaster August 11, 2026 derecho impacted Northwest Indiana, I have been reminded once again of the strength, generosity, and resilience of our community. When disaster strikes, we know who responds first. Utility crews restore … [Read More...]
TOP Reasons to CHOOSE Hometown Happenings Artisan Markets
Our Goal: To support small, local businesses while giving our guests a unique shopping experience. Market Guidelines (Please Read) Vendor Application As a small local artisan vendor, you have many choices as to which Markets you attend. Here are … [Read More...]
2026 Hometown Market Vendor Directory
We are very grateful for ALL of our vendors who participate in the Hometown Markets. We also appreciate all of the guests who come to the Markets to support and purchase from small, locally owned businesses. Below is the list of vendors who are signed up … [Read More...]
Pro Tips for Running Your BEST 5K!
Top Tips on How to Be a Pro at Racing the 5K - by Coach Karen Seeko Congratulations to you if you are relatively new to racing the 5K distance or if this is your first 5K. In order to help make your experience a positive one, I would like to share my top tips … [Read More...]
Community Profile: Pick 7 Food Pantry
The Pick 7 Food Pantry is organized by St. Matthias Church at 101 E. Burrell Drive in Crown Point, IN. The food pantry supports families in need each month and is available to anyone. This is a favorite cause of Hometown Happenings as we would like to put an … [Read More...]