Hammond’s 15th Annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

InfoSponsored by Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr., Hammond Parks & Recreation, and Pepsi Beverages Company. When: Saturday, May 4, 2019 5:00pm – 10:00pm Where: Hammond Civic Center 5825 S. Sohl Avenue Hammond, IN 46320 Food served by El Gran Taco Mexican Grill (from 5:00pm – 8:00pm). Entertainment by: Mariachi Sirenas Ballet Folklorico Fiesta Mexicana Together All tickets include food for …

Spring Indoor Garage Sale


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

Come and turn unwanted treasure into a prized possession! Indoor Garage Sale at the Jean Shepherd Community Center, 3031 J.F. Mahoney Drive, Hammond, IN 46323 Saturday, April 13, 2019 10:00am – 3:00pm Booths will feature a variety of items to choose from. It’s FREE to enter and concessions will be available to purchase. For additional information on attending or becoming a ...

Hammond Marina Fishing Derby


CATEGORY: Events, Hammond Port Authority

InfoMayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr.’s Hammond Marina Fishing Derby When: Saturday, April 13, 2019 No Rain Date 7:00 am to 4:00 pm Where: Hammond Marina Prizes and trophies are given for: Largest Salmon Largest Trout Largest Bass Fishing on outer Lake Michigan Bin Wall and Fishing on the inside docks of the marina, West End, Bin Wall and dock fishing …

Annual Easter Egg Hunt


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

InfoAmerican Veterans Motorcycle Riders Association, Hammond Parks & Recreation, and the Hammond Parks Foundation invite you to attend our 16th Annual Easter Egg Hunt. Where: Hessville Park 173rd & Kennedy Avenue Hammond, IN When: Sunday, April 14, 2019 @ 12:00 noon Ages 0-12. Please bring your own bags or baskets to fill with goodies. Don’t forget pictures with the Easter …

16th Annual Hammond Job Fair


CATEGORY: Events

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott Jr. and the City of Hammond Office of Economic Development would like to invite you to attend the 16th Annual Job Fair on Thursday, March 21, 2019 from 11am to 3pm at the Hammond Civic Center, 5825 Sohl Avenue in Hammond, IN. This event is instrumental in addressing the employment needs of the residents of the …

South Shore Roller Girls Set to Open Season in Hammond


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

DetailsMayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and Hammond Parks & Recreation welcome the South Shore Roller Girls back to Hammond as they open their season at the Hammond Civic Center on Saturday, March 30. The South Shore Roller Girls will take on the Rockford Rage Roller Derby at the Hammond Civic Center, 5825 S. Sohl Avenue in Hammond. The doors open ...

33rd Annual Hammond Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet


CATEGORY: Events

The Hammond Sports Hall of Fame will honor seven individuals from the city’s proud athletic past during its 33rd annual induction dinner program, Tuesday, March 12 at the Hammond Civic Center. The inductees are: 2000s decade Clark High School/Chicago State University baseball player Albert Carpen 1990s Clark/MacMurray (IL) College football player Dan Hernandez 1990s Hammond High/Vincennes University/Indiana State University track ...

Hammond Sportsplex to Host House Youth Volleyball League


CATEGORY: Events, Sportsplex

DetailsThe Hammond Sportsplex is hosting a House Youth Volleyball League beginning Thursday, March 7, 2019, for children ages 10-15 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Finally, a league that is affordable for kids that want to learn to play volley or play volleyball for fun without all of the pressure of tryouts and travel. All practices and games will be …

Hammond Sportsplex to Host Kids Volleyball Camp


CATEGORY: Events, Sportsplex

DetailsThe Hammond Sportsplex is hosting a Youth Volleyball Camp on Wednesday, March 27, 2019, from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm for children ages 5-15. Registrations will be taken at the Hammond Sportsplex, 6630 Indianapolis Boulevard, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am until 10:00 pm in the main office until March 25. Space is limited. The fee is $25 per child. …

Mayor’s Commission on Disabilities Recognition Award Nomination Form

Annual Disabilities Awards Breakfast & Resource Fair


CATEGORY: Community Development, Events

33rd Annual Disabilities Awards Breakfast Theme: Be Cool. We Are! Thursday, March 28, 2019 8:00am Dynasty Banquets 4125 Calumet Ave., Hammond, IN 46327 The purpose is to recognize youth, adults, and organizations that reach out and make a difference regardless of a disability. Mayor’s Commission on Disabilities will choose award winners. Nominations The Mayor’s Commission on Disabilities would be greatly ...