Other Events

Annual Membership Meeting - The Annual Membership Meeting occurs once every year. All residents are welcome to attend and become members of the organization. It is an opportunity to greet public officials and your neighbors. Following a short social gathering, the Near Northwest Neighborhood, Inc. holds its Annual Meeting to present its annual report, celebrate its successes over the past year, and to elect new board members.

Portage Farm Stands – May through October, local farms come together every Saturday to offer healthy, local, flavorful food. Follow this page to learn about the farm stands AND to pre-order farm products during the week for pick-up on Saturday morning.

Leeper Park Art Fair – Sponsored by the St. Joe Valley Watercolor Society this lovely event was named one of the top 200 fine art events in the country.

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Leeper Park Tennis Center – Operated by the South Bend Parks Department, the center has 14 lighted courts, a pro shop, locker rooms & snack bar.

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South Bend Civic Theatre – Ranked in the Top Ten community theaters in the nation. Its fine plays and extensive Youth Theater Program set it apart.

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Colfax Cultural Center – Home of Southold Dance Theater, gallery space for artist, performance space and offices geared toward community enrichment.

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Southold Dance Theater – Offers a school as well as performance arts based on modern dance and ballet. Performances are staged throughout the year.

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In addition to neighborhood events and venues check out what is happening around the city.

City of South Bend – Information about our city. Thinking of moving here or just visiting this is a comprehensive site.

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Downtown South Bend, Inc. – Downtown is an exciting place to be and this is the best site to scope out events, dining etc.

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East Race Waterway – A 1,900 feet long whitewater rafting course, fish ladder, climbing wall & 5 miles walking/running/biking paths.

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Potawatomi Zoo – Indiana’s oldest zoo – home to 440 animals, the zoo is Accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums.

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South Bend Cubs – A minor league baseball team affiliated with the Major League Chicago Cubs. For great baseball –

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South Bend Farmers Market – Everything from custom cut meats to fresh flowers and antique jewelry.

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