Veterans Appreciation Day Parade


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the City of Hammond celebrate its 7th annual Veteran Appreciation Day parade on Saturday, Nov. 7 at 10 a.m. in Hammond’s 5th and 6th districts. The parade route travels from Olcott Avenue, down 173rd Street and ends at the Hessville Park Veterans Memorial. Some of the parade participants include members of local American Legions …

Halloween Activities in Hammond


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

In an effort to provide Halloween options to parents this year, Hammond Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. has announced that there will be a Citywide Drive Through Trunk and Treat event held in the Hammond Sportsplex parking lot located at 6630 Indianapolis Boulevard on Friday, October 30 from 5-7pm. “With the support of City departments and area businesses, we expect …

Park Board Meeting


CATEGORY: News, Parks Department, Public Notices

MEETING OF THE HAMMOND BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS Wednesday, September 2, 2020 Community Room at 5:15 p.m. Hammond Sportsplex – 6630 Indianapolis Boulevard Call the Regular Meeting to Order Roll Call Agenda Minutes from Previous Meeting Register of Claims Facility Use Agreements Civic Center Jean Shepherd Community Center Business Wolf Lake Community Garden proposal Administrator Report Commissioner Comments Public Comment …

Outdoor Movie Night in Hammond


CATEGORY: Events, Hammond Public Library, Parks Department

DetailsHammond Parks & Recreation has teamed up with the Hammond Public Library to show a Movie Night. WHEN: Saturday, September 19, 2020 7:00pm WHERE: Dowling Park Athletic Complex Plaza (next to the Jean Shepherd Community Center at 3031 J.F. Mahoney Drive) DETAILS: The movie will be a Tim Burton Film called “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children”. Doors open at …

Park Board Meeting


CATEGORY: News, Parks Department, Public Notices

MEETING OF THE HAMMOND BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS Wednesday, August 19, 2020 Community Room at 5:15 p.m. Hammond Sportsplex – 6630 Indianapolis Boulevard Call the Regular Meeting to Order Roll Call Agenda Minutes from Previous Meeting Register of Claims Facility Use Agreements Civic Center Sportsplex Business Award of Civic Center lower level entrance. Administrator Report Commissioner Comments Public Comment Schedule …

Hammond Sportsplex to Host Hammond Youth Hoops


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department, Sportsplex

DetailsThe Hammond Sportsplex  is now hosting Hammond Youth Hoops (formerly Morton Youth Hoops). Registrations are now being taken at the Hammond Sportsplex, 6630 Indianapolis Boulevard, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am until 4:00 pm in the main office until August 21, 2020. The league fee is $110 per child. A Driver’s License or State ID Card is needed for registration. …

Dowling Park Fishing Derby


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

DetailsMayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and Hammond Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce the return of the Fishing Derby. WHEN: Saturday, August 29th 8:00am – 11:00am WHERE: Dowling Park Pond (next to the Jean Shepherd Community Center at 3031 J.F. Mahoney Drive) DETAILS: Rain or shine. A $2 donation to support the Dowling Park Stocking Program is suggested. Check-in …

Park Board Meeting


CATEGORY: News, Parks Department, Public Notices

MEETING OF THE HAMMOND BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS Wednesday, August 5, 2020 Community Room at 5:15 p.m. Hammond Sportsplex – 6630 Indianapolis Boulevard Call the Regular Meeting to Order Roll Call Agenda Minutes from Previous Meeting Register of Claims Facility Use Agreements Civic Center B. Jean Shepherd Community Center Sportsplex Business MLK Park phase 2 change order #5 Administrator Report …

Park Board Meeting


CATEGORY: News, Parks Department, Public Notices

MEETING OF THE HAMMOND BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS Wednesday, July 15, 2020 Community Room at 5:15 p.m. Hammond Sportsplex – 6630 Indianapolis Boulevard Call the Regular Meeting to Order Roll Call Agenda Minutes from Previous Meeting Register of Claims Facility Use Agreements Civic Center Sportsplex Business A. Hammond Port Authority fireworks request Sept. 5, 2020 Irving Park improvements substantial completion …

Martin Luther King Park Ribbon Cutting


CATEGORY: Events, Mayor's Office, Parks Department

Please join Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr., Mark Heintz, Hammond Parks and Recreation, 3rd District Councilman Barry Tyler, and the Hammond Board of Park Commissioners as they dedicate the new playground and interactive water feature at Martin Luther King Park with a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday, July 2nd at 1:00 p.m. Everyone is invited! It’s going to be a hot …