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Howard Park in South Bend offers a large playground, open green space, a splash pad in summer, and an ice skating trail in winter. A central downtown spot for families and events with easy access along the river. Howard Park A multi-purpose park and community space for families, festivals, and everyday leisure. Located in South Bend, IN, Ice Skating In the winter, you can enjoy the ice skating trail. Rather than one big rink, it's like a lazy river of ice for guests to skate on. There are sliders beginners can hold on to, to not fall while learning to ice skate. See photos below, of ice skating at Howard Park. Summer This park has large green spaces for events and festivals. It's nice for kids to run around and get energy out on the big playground. There is a splash pad free to use during the warm months. You are not required to wear a bathing suit to play in it, normal clothes are fine. This was very nice when we went to a festival and it ended up being really hot. Kids were cooling off in the water and parents got a moment to take a break. Address 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN 46617, USA

The Elkhart County 4H Fairgrounds in Goshen is a major venue for festivals, markets, and community events. This page includes location details, maps, and basic facts for planning your visit. Elkhart County 4H Fairgrounds A large event venue in Goshen with multiple buildings used for festivals, markets, livestock shows, and the annual 4H Fair. Address 17746-D County Rd 34, Goshen IN 46528 Website: 4hfair.org Phone: (574) 533-3247 Details Multiple indoor and outdoor buildings Large parking areas Restrooms available in most buildings Events run year-round Admission and hours vary by event Events Festivals Markets Livestock and 4H shows Trade and hobby events

Plym Park in Niles offers a playground, open grassy areas, wooded walking paths, and parking near the main entrance. Located next to the Plym Park Golf Course, it’s a year-round spot for walking, running, and family activities. Plym Park A large public park in Niles with playgrounds, open fields, trails, and access to the adjacent golf course. Plym Park is one of the main public parks in Niles, located off Front Street near the St. Joseph River. The park includes a playground area, open grassy fields, wooded walking paths, picnic tables, and seasonal space for community events. The adjacent nine-hole Plym Park Golf Course sits on the west side of the property and is operated by the City of Niles. Events There is parking near the playground and open lawn areas, and the park is used year-round for walking, running, and family activities. Plym Park also hosts annual events such as the Niles Renaissance Faire , which uses the open field areas for vendors, performers, and festival activities. Address 401 Marmont St, Niles, MI 49120

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Potawatomi Conservatories offers tropical plants, a cactus dome, classes, and seasonal hours in South Bend. A quiet indoor space for visits, photos, and plant events. Potawatomi Conservatories Potawatomi Conservatories in South Bend is a greenhouse complex with three distinct indoor garden spaces. It’s a quiet place to walk, look at plants, and take a short break from normal Midwest winter weather. Address 2105 E Mishawaka Ave, South Bend, IN 46615 Hours & Admission Fall/Winter Hours: • Wednesday 9am–8pm • Thursday 9am–5pm • Friday 9am–5pm • Saturday 9am–3pm • Closed Sunday–Tuesday Admission: • Adults $5 • Children 3–14 $3 • Under 3 free (Conservatory membership provides free admittance) Membership Membership includes free admission during public hours, discounts on classes, and reciprocal benefits at other American Horticultural Society gardens. Visitor Experience People visit to see plants growing in ideal greenhouse conditions with high light, consistent humidity, and expert care. It’s a casual place to walk with a friend, take photos, or spend time around large plants that are difficult to keep indoors. They occasionally host plant swap events where local hobbyists trade cuttings and seedlings. Photography Policy Casual personal photography is allowed during normal admission. For posed or professional shoots, a permit is required and can be booked online. The fee covers both the photographer and the shoot time. Classes & Events • Yoga: Wednesday mornings, Friday evenings, Saturday mornings • Tai Chi: Thursday mornings (Some classes may move outdoors in warm weather.) They regularly update their Instagram with yoga and event details. https://www.instagram.com/potawatomiconservatory/ Potawatomi often partners with MAKE SOUTH BEND to provide creative community events. Ella Morris Conservatory This is the entry space where visitors check in and get information. Sometimes they host small activities for kids, seasonal displays, or partner events with local groups. It’s also where check-in happens for photography sessions and classes. Muessel-Ellison Conservatory The central room is the largest indoor space and has historically been used for private events like weddings and receptions. They are currently pausing new event rentals while they update their offerings, but classes still happen here, including yoga and tai chi. The room has wide paths, high humidity, and a mix of tropical plants that thrive under greenhouse conditions. Arizona Desert Dome The dome-shaped structure houses their succulents and cacti. It’s significantly warmer than the other rooms and shows mature specimens that most people can’t realistically grow at home. This area is popular for plant enthusiasts and photographers because the specimens are large and well maintained.

Admission prices, seasonal hours, parking details, and contact information for ice skating at NIBCO Water and Ice Park, in Elkhart, Indiana. NIBCO Water and Ice Park Ice and water park, located in Elkhart, Indiana. Tickets for NIBCO Ice skating are $8 for kids and $10 for adults. Admission Prices Youth: $8 Adults: $10 Admission is free for children ages two and under. Youth ages three through twelve are admitted for $8.00, while teens and adults ages thirteen and older are admitted for $10.00. Non skaters may enter the rink area for $5.00. Skate rentals are included with admission. Purchase tickets in person, at the entrance. Winter Break Hours December 20 through January 3 During Winter Break, the rink operates on an expanded schedule to accommodate families while school is out. Monday through Saturday 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm Sunday 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm Holiday Hours Christmas Eve: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Christmas Day: Closed New Year’s Eve: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm New Year’s Day: 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm Grinch Skate Event The next event planned at the ice rink is Grinch Skate, on Saturday, December 20th, 6pm - 10pm. Address & Contact 301 NIBCO Parkway, Elkhart, IN Phone: (574) 970-7490. Updates on hours and ice conditions are shared on Facebook at @NIBCOWaterAndIcePark Parking info Free parking is available on both sides of NIBCO Parkway. Additional city parking can be found at the corner of NIBCO Parkway and South Elkhart Avenue. Entering the Park The main entrance to the park is located on the north end of the property. The entrance right next to Brass Elk Brewing is not where you enter for ice skaing.

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Pottery by Leonor Wangensteen features small-batch ceramic work, including functional pottery and decorative cork stoppers, seen at the Urban Artisan Market at Potawatomi Conservatories. Leonor Pottery Leonor is a ceramic artist who recently displayed her pottery at the Urban Artisan Market. She makes colorful food-safe dishes and decorative pieces. Events Leonor brought a collection of colorful pottery to the Urban Artisan Market , on December 13th, 2025. Guests loved looking at the detail in her butter dishes and plates. Links You can find her work and contact info on her Facebook page , which she updates regularly. Recent market displays included food-safe dishes, earrings, decorative cork stoppers, and larger planter pots.

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