Category Archives: Green Zone
Gabis Arboretum 2026 Native Plant Sale
In northwest Indiana, Gabis Arboretum says its 4th annual online Native Plant Sale is now underway. The arboretum says native plants attract native pollinators and are adapted to thrive in our region,...
Feb 25, 2026
Conservation Advocates Gather at Indiana Statehouse, Discuss Protecting Birds and Their Habitats
In Indianapolis, Audubon members and conservation experts gathered at the Indiana Statehouse Tuesday February 17, 2026, to hear from Indiana Governor Mike Braun and meet with lawmakers raising awarene...
Feb 20, 2026
Save the Dunes Latest in Landscaping Guide Series, Focus on Bird Conservation
In northwest Indiana, Save the Dunes has released the third installment in its Living in the Dunes native landscaping guide series. "Living in the Dunes: A Homeowner's Landscaping Guide for Bird Conse...
Feb 12, 2026
UPDATE: Humane Indiana Wildlife Groundhog Day Celebration Rescheduled
UPDATE: Humane Indiana Wildlife says their special Groundhog Day event originally set for Saturday January 31, 2026, at the Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond is being postponed due to inclement weathe...
Jan 27, 2026
Porter County Master Gardeners Association 2026 Gardening Show
The 20th Annual Porter County Master Gardeners Association Gardening Show is Saturday, January 31, 2026, 8am - 4 pm Central Time at the Porter County Expo Center in Valparaiso. The Porter County Maste...
Jan 27, 2026
Northwest Indiana Earth Day Celebration 2026, Reuse Fair
In Porter County, the Recycling and Waste Reduction District says its 18th annual Earth Day Celebration is officially set for Saturday April 18, 2026, 9am to 1 pm Central Time, at the Porter County Ex...
Jan 15, 2026
Save the Dunes Transfers Land to Shirley Heinze Land Trust
Save the Dunes says it has officially transferred ownership of several conservation properties to Shirley Heinze Land Trust, including Sebert Forks preserve and Trail Creek Fen preserve in Michigan Ci...
Jan 13, 2026
Indiana State Parks Offer First Day Hikes to Begin 2026
Region residents are invited to start off 2026 with a hike at an Indiana state park on New Year's Day. The events in cooperation with America's State Parks take place in all 50 states. They originated...
Dec 31, 2025
Recycling and Waste Reduction District taking Applications for Citizen's Advisory Committee
In Porter County, the Recycling and Waste Reduction District is currently accepting applications for its Citizen's Advisory Committee. The application period is open until January 2, 2026. The committ...
Dec 26, 2025
Recycling and Waste Reduction District Hosts Fix-It Fair with Library
The Recycling and Waste District of Porter County announces its next Fix-It Fair, a community-driven event focused on sustainability and skill-sharing. This free event will take place on Saturday, Jan...
Dec 15, 2025
