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The Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce offers fee-based membership services that include business networking, education programs. Elkhart Chamber of Commerce Elkhart, Indiana The Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce offers fee based membership services that include business networking, education programs, and marketing opportunities for local companies. Address 418 S Main St, Elkhart, IN 46516 Phone 574-293-1531 Businesses in Elkhart Indiana On the Elkhart.org website, you can see which busniesses have joined the chamber for it's networking, education, and marketing services. They run a publication, do ribbon cutting events, and offer help with getting press releases to generate awareness for members. Nearby There's a diverse collection of businesses in downtown Elkhart. See the yoga studio on the same street as the chamer of commerce. This page was last updated on Jul 9, 2026 About the author Corky Lorenz is a photographer based in Elkhart, Indiana, who documents parks, restaurants, festivals, and everyday places across Indiana and the Midwest. To request a visit or license images, email Corky at corkylorenz@gmail.com

Historic performing arts theatre in downtown Elkhart Indiana hosting concerts, touring shows, comedy, and live events. Built in 1924 and fully restored. The Lerner Theatre Elkhart, Indiana The Lerner Theatre is a historic performing arts venue in downtown Elkhart, originally opened in 1924 and restored to its original detail. It hosts concerts, touring productions, comedy shows, and community events throughout the year. Address 410 S Main St, Elkhart, IN 46516 Phone 574-293-4469 Contact 574-293-4469 thelerner.com Tickets & info The offical website advises that you only purchase tickets through their website, not 3rd party sites. Bags have a size limit of 14" x 14" x 6" and there is no storage area for bags larger than this. This page was last updated on Jul 9, 2026 About the author Corky Lorenz is a photographer based in Elkhart, Indiana, who documents parks, restaurants, festivals, and everyday places across Indiana and the Midwest. To request a visit or license images, email Corky at corkylorenz@gmail.com

The farmer’s market held its first ever evening event which featured live music and a variety of vendors present for shopping under the string lights. Mishawaka Market Under The Lights For the first time, The Mishawaka Farmers Market was held at night. Vendors and guests enjoyed the overhead string lights along the riverwalk. The Mishawaka farmers market is a very popular event on Sundays throughout the summer season. When they posted on Facebook that they were holding an evening market under the lights, I was intrigued. I just happen to be available that evening so I headed over and hoped to get some pretty pictures with the sun setting and the string lights overhead. Parking was kind of chaotic because there were so many people trying to park at one time. I told my friend that it felt like there was a swarm of cars trying to find parking spots. If you’re going to the farmer’s market, you need to make sure that you don’t park in one of the residential lots that is marked only for those residents. I ended up parking on the street a few blocks away and didn’t mind the walk back to the Riverwalk. It seemed like the two hour event was very popular and people were really enjoying themselves. There were a ton of dogs, which is always fun to see, and there was a live music performance that people enjoyed listening to while watching the sunset. This page was last updated on Feb 5, 2026

The RV Hall of Fame in Elkhart, IN usually hosts the RV Supplier’s Show, the annual Induction Dinner, and other industry gatherings, but as of November 15, 2025 there are no major events scheduled until spring 2026. RV Hall of Fame Events The RV Hall of Fame in Elkhart, IN usually hosts the RV Supplier’s Show, the annual Induction Dinner, and other industry gatherings, but as of November 15, 2025 there are no major events scheduled until spring 2026. The RV/MH Hall of Fame is a common host for RV related events and conventions, but as of November 15, 2025, there are no major RV events planned until spring of 2026. During my recent visit to the RV Hall of Fame , I asked the attendant at the front desk if there were any events coming up for the RV industry. He said that they don’t have anything on the calendar in the next few months. They anticipate that there will be an event planned for the spring, but didn’t have any details. Landmark RV events that usually happen every year include the RV Supplier’s Show, the Hall of Fame Induction Dinner, and different RV industry trade gatherings hosted inside the Northern Indiana Event Center. The RV Hall of Fame campus includes the museum, the Northern Indiana Event Center , and several meeting rooms that get used for industry meetups throughout the year. This page was last updated on Feb 5, 2026

Join the Christmas Posada 2025 at the Tolson Center in Elkhart. Free entry, live music, piñatas, food, drinks, gifts for children, and family activities. December 19, 4–9 PM. Christmas Posada 2025 A free community Christmas Posada celebrating unity, culture, and the holiday season at the Tolson Center. Location Tolson Center (Centro Tolson) 1320 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN Date + Time Thursday, December 19, 2025 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM Admission No tickets required. Open to the public. Christmas Posada 2025 is organized by Elkhart 05 De Mayo y Otros Eventos and made possible through extensive community coordination and outreach. Here's the link to the official Facebook event post. Related Events This event is organized by the same team as the Cinco de Mayo Celebration that happens in downtown, Elkhart. Corky Lorenz December 20, 2025

Test new tie dye colors on small paper towel samples to see how they actually look when wet. How to test tie dye colors Test new tie dye colors on small paper towel samples to see how they actually look when wet, including any splits, before using them on fabric. Quick Color Samples If you acquire new dye colors, it can be hard to imagine what the color will look like. The powdered dye doesn’t always look like the color it will be when it’s wet. My favorite way to quickly reference colors when I am choosing which dyes to use is to create paper towel samples. The color on the paper towel won’t be an exact representation but it will inform you much better than memory or looking at the powder. For example, Wasabi is a color that looks nothing like the color of the powder. Process To make samples, take small pieces of paper towel. Add a tiny amount of dye, then spray with water. You should get a nice idea of the component colors within the dye (splits). The more water you add, the more the sample will look like one smooth color. It’s up to you how you’d like to see the dye color represented on your sample. This page was last updated on Jul 10, 2026

Many local dog owners enjoy taking walks along the Mishawaka River walk because of the dog friendly culture. The farmer's market also attracts venders who sell dog treats and accessories. Can you take your dog to the Mishawaka Farmer's Market? After visiting last night, for the "Under the Lights" event and seeing about 30 dogs, I would say yes. The Mishawaka Market and riverwalk seem very dog friendly. I went last night and I was surprised by the sheer number of dogs present! Everywhere I looked, there was another dog. Some were even sporting their halloween costumes. While I was there, I saw a vendor selling hand crafted dog treats that were super cute. It seems like vendors even know to expect a crowd of dog owners, and cater to them. Event details This was the first time they hosted an evening market, on Saturday night, from 7-9pm. Usually, the market is on Sunday's from 10am to 2pm. See updates on their Facebook account . Personally, I enjoy the way the Mishawaka Market is organized later in the morning, so I can still make it before it closed, if I forget about it. This page was last updated on Feb 5, 2026

An annual festival held in South Bend, Indiana hosted by Make South Bend. See times, dates, and photos from past years. Rebel Art Fest Rebel Art Fest is hosted by MAKE SOUTH BEND at Potawatomi Park in South Bend, Indiana, happening June 7th, 2026. Address Potawatomi Park 2105 E Mishawaka Ave, South Bend, IN 46615 Date Sunday, June 7th, 2026 12pm to 8pm Admission This is a free event, no tickets required! Organizer The host of this event is MAKE SOUTH BEND . All of the food vendors were in one area and the loop around the park was the path to see all of the vendor booths. There were two different stages with bands and artists performing. Notes There are a few different places to park since Potawatomi Park is between the zoo and the conservatories. This was a dog friendly event, with many lovely pups present. Corky Lorenz May 7, 2026

Even after peak flower season, Fernwood Botanical Gardens in Niles, Michigan is worth visiting for its fall leaves, late blooms, and scenic walking trails. A quiet, colorful place for anyone who enjoys trees and seasonal change. Is it worth visiting Fernwood after the flowers are done blooming, in the fall? Even after the flowers fade, Fernwood Botanical Gardens stays alive with color. The trails are lined with bright leaves, textured bark, and a few late blooms that prove how well the gardens are cared for. Surprisingly, for November 1st, there were still a few flowers in bloom at Fernwood Botanical Gardens which is a testament to how well they maintain the foliage and gardens. Plants don’t last long if they’re dehydrated or neglected, so having anything blooming right now is incredible. But mostly, what you go for this time of year are the fall leaves and changing colors. It’s genuinely enjoyable to walk the trails and see the variety of tree species, noticing how each one changes differently. Some leaves go from green to yellow to orange to red, while others stay green longer. The shapes and colors make it feel like a living field guide to trees. If you enjoy trees, this is a great time to visit. The few flowers that remain are just a bonus. There are also other attractions like the train displays, art exhibits, and indoor collections, more than enough to fill a visit even when the main blooms are gone. This page was last updated on Feb 5, 2026

Learn how a hot soak speeds up tie-dye batching. Use hot water to set color in about an hour instead of overnight, with tips for safe fabrics and color control. What is a hot soak in tie dye, and how does it speed batching? A hot soak is a shortcut for ice dyers who want to see their results faster. Instead of waiting 24 hours at room temp, you soak the item in hot water to set the dye faster. I started doing it while testing geode style shirts because I wanted a faster feedback loop: tie it, dye it, rinse it, study it, repeat. A hot soak reduces batch time down from a full day to about an hour. How to do it: Place the shirt in a bin of very hot water (not boiling). Leave it for about an hour. Then rinse normally. If you’re worried about color loss, you can put the item in a plastic bag before soaking so dye doesn’t bleed off, but skip the bag when your piece has light or pastel areas next to dark ones. The pooled dye can touch lighter sections and cause blotches. When the piece is mostly dark or a single color, bagging works fine. And sometimes I leave it loose on purpose. The tiny bit of dye that washes away can create soft, radiant streaks that look like light rays. Use this trick only on 100% cotton or other sturdy naturals. The hot water can distort bamboo velour or polyester blends, especially if the fabric is tied tight in a geode fold because the heat and tension can warp the fibers. Also, if you are using a turquoise based blues, you might lose some vibrancy when speeding up batch time with heat. Usually, I'm not bothered by that, especially if my goal is to quickly test tying and dyeing techniques. This page was last updated on Feb 5, 2026