Hammond Parks has Six Flags Great America Tickets!


CATEGORY: News, Parks Department

InfoMayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. invites all area residents to purchase your tickets for Six Flags Great America from Hammond Parks & Recreation at a steep discount!The Six Flags Great America tickets are typically priced at over $79 each if purchased at their main gate. Hammond Parks & Recreation is offering them for only $54 each. That is a savings …

Hammond Edison Park Improvements Groundbreaking


CATEGORY: Mayor's Office, News, Parks Department

Hammond Mayor, Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. in conjunction with the Hammond Parks and Recreation Dept., 4thDistrict Councilman William Emerson and the Hammond Board of Parks Commissioners began the revitalization of Edison Park today with a ground breaking ceremony. Upon its completion Edison Park will be a park that is family friendly where parents and children can have fun together. The …

Hammond’s 2018 Flower Give Away


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

InfoMayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. Hammond Parks & Recreation and Hammond Parks Foundation, Inc. Present: The City of Hammond’s Annual Flower Give Away When:Saturday, May 12, 201810:00am to 2:00pm Where:Jean Shepherd Community Center3031 J.F. Mahoney Drive Please bring your valid Indiana Driver’s license or Indiana State ID showing your Hammond address. For more information, call 219-554-0155. Event is while supplies …

Hammond’s 14th 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 5, 20185:00pm – 10:00pmWhere:Hammond Civic Center5825 S. Sohl AvenueHammond, IN 46320Food served by El Gran Taco Mexican Grill (from 5:00pm – 8:00pm).Entertainment by:Mariachi AllstarzBallet Folklorico Fiesta MexicanaTogetherAll tickets include food for $15. Children under 12 are $5.Cash bar available.For more information or to purchase …

Spring Indoor Garage Sale


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

InfoMayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and Hammond Parks & Recreation are pleased to bring you the first Indoor Garage Sale for 2018.When:Saturday, April 14th from 10am – 3pmWhere:Jean Shepherd Community Center3031 J.F. Mahoney Drive.Come and turn an unwanted treasure into a prized possession! Booths will feature a variety of items from which to choose.Admission is free and concessions will be …

Open Chess at the Jean Shepherd Community Center


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

InfoOpen Chess at the Jean Shepherd Community CenterCome out to the Jean Shepherd Community Center, 3031 J.F. Mahoney Drive in Hammond and play open chess with your friends.When:March 24th and 31st, 2018.Noon to 4pmCost is $3 per player. Refreshments served.Call 219-554-0155 for additional information.

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 15th Annual Easter Egg Hunt.Where:Hessville Park 173rd & Kennedy Avenue Hammond, INWhen:Sunday, March 25, 2018 @ 12:00 noonAges 1-14 Bring your bags/baskets to fill with candy.Don’t forget pictures with the Easter Bunny!Call AVMRA Events Coordinators Lisa or Wildflower at (219) 588-7709 with …

IHSAA Boys 3A Basketball Sectionals


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and Hammond Parks & Recreation are excited to announce that the 2018 IHSAA Class 3A Boys Basketball State Tournament will be held at the Hammond Civic Center on Tuesday, February 27; Friday, March 2; and Saturday, March 3. Here is the game schedule: Tuesday, February 27: Doors open at 5:00 pm and the games start …

Hammond’s Pulaski Park Ice Rink Now Open


CATEGORY: News, Parks Department

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and Hammond Parks & Recreation invite all area residents to join us for winter fun at Hammond’s Pulaski Park Ice Rink and Warming Center located at 137th Street and Sheffield Avenue. Admission is free. Bring your own skates and dress for the weather! Current Schedule: Jan. 3 9am-9pm Jan. 4 9am-9pm Jan. 5 9am-9pm Jan. …