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🌱 What you’ll find at November’s big artisan market downtown

Michigan City, Indiana Patch AM: a 5 min read

Hi there, Michigan City! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What you’ll find at November’s big artisan market downtown
  • Need Christmas help or want to volunteer in Michigan City? Here’s how
  • How 1,400 stuffed animals are comforting kids at Franciscan Health Michigan City

Also on today's calendar: Genealogy Help with Pat Harris and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the skeleton lonely? 🤔 (Answer below!)

☑️ Important voting information: The Nov. 3 general election is coming up. Official Indiana election resources: Find your polling place | Register to vote | Check your registration | Absentee, mail and early voting.

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 62 and low of 50 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Variable cloudiness, temps: high: 68, low: 52.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and warm, with a high of 71 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Dig the Dunes and Treasures by the Tide Artisan Market will be Hosted at Lubeznik Center for the Arts November 7, 2026 (wimsradio.com) — Michigan City residents can browse more than 30 local artisans at the Dig the Dunes and Treasures by the Tide Artisan Market at Lubeznik Center for the Arts on Saturday, November 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. You’ll find handmade gifts, food trucks, a cash bar, and special activities, plus Lubeznik’s expanded Holiday Artisan Market running through early January with discounts for members.
   

2. The Salvation Army Serving La Porte County Accepting Applications for Christmas Assistance (wimsradio.com) — Michigan City and La Porte households struggling with holiday costs can now apply for The Salvation Army’s Christmas Assistance Program, which offers toys for kids and food support. Applications are open online through December 4, with in-person signups at both the Michigan City and La Porte offices on specific November and December dates, plus volunteer bell-ringing opportunities for residents who want to help.
   

3. Franciscan Health receives stuffed animals for pediatric patients across Northwest Indiana (wimsradio.com) — Young patients at Franciscan Health Michigan City will now receive free stuffed animals during emergency visits, inpatient stays, and outpatient procedures, thanks to a large donation from The Eva Martin Project. The nonprofit delivered more than 1,400 toys for children across Northwest Indiana, aiming to bring comfort and a sense of normalcy to kids and families facing stressful medical experiences.
   

4. The Court Said No. The Clock Says 12 Days. Now Jeffrey Weisheit's Fate Sits on Mike Braun's Desk. (hoosierenquirer.com) — Indiana State Prison in Michigan City is preparing for the scheduled Nov. 5 execution of Jeffrey Weisheit, while Gov. Mike Braun weighs a clemency request with just 12 days left. The Indiana Supreme Court has refused to delay the execution for additional brain scans, leaving the final decision to the governor and the state parole board’s recommendation in this closely watched capital case.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • This is one of my “Life Art Jackets” in my exhibition in the NIPSCO space at the Lubeznik Art Center.
    The exhibition will be up through the. October 31st. Edwinpshelton.com (Nextdoor Tennessee)
  • Is there anyone that could trim some trees for me in my yard without charging an arm and a leg?
    I also have about 4 mulberry bushes (?) that I need to have gotten rid of on a permanent basis i have no problem paying a reasonable fee. Thank you (Nextdoor Sunset)
  • Boyd Gaming posted a job opening for Dual Rate Sportsbook Supervisor Cashier in Michigan City. Apply here.
  • Chili's Grill & Bar posted a job opening for QA/Expeditor - Michigan City Chili's in Michigan City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Michigan City here.

Ok Michigan City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the skeleton lonely?" — He had no body to play with. (Thank you Margie S. for sending it in!)
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