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Saturday, November 29th, 2025

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Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Wellfield Botanic Gardens opened its ninth Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights display with 1.8 million lights lighting the gardens and a half mile walk where visitors can enjoy hot cocoa at a catering tent — horticulture staff work daily to keep every light running properly. The display will be open on select dates through January 3.  16 News Now

CULTURE NEWS

  • Aurinko Ballet will perform a fresh rendition of The Nutcracker today at The Lerner Theatre in Elkhart—presenting a new twist on the familiar ballet.  16 News Now

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Today, the National Weather Service has issued a WINTER STORM WATCH for Elkhart and nearby counties from 4 a.m. until 1 p.m. Sunday, as heavy snow and icy roads are expected to reduce visibility and cause travel delays—residents should leave early and drive carefully.  WSBT

HEALTH NEWS

  • Health experts warn that shoveling the heavy wet snow this weekend can strain the heart because cold weather narrows blood vessels. Tim Hamms from the American Heart Association advised shoveling a few inches at a time and not shoveling after a heavy meal to reduce the risk of heart problems.  WSBT

SPORTS NEWS

  • Former South Bend Clay basketball star Jaraan Cornell, known for his key three-pointer in the 1994 state title game, will be posthumously inducted—one of 17 inductees in the Class of 2026—into the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame this March. Warsaw's Rick Fox, who enjoyed an NBA career with championship wins, is also honored as part of the same class.  16 News Now

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Monthly Euchre night at Brentwood at Elkhart Independent Living

    Your Local Independent Living is hosting a monthly Euchre night that is open to the public! We will have snacks, raffles, and a grand prize of a $100 gift card for the winning team! We will be hosting on the 2nd Thursday of the month starting on August 14th, beginning at 6pm! Please call 574-262-1626 for information

    Thu, 8/14/25

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  • Weekly Coffee & Conversation Round Table

    9-11 a.m. — Owls Club — Free entry — Enjoy a warm cup of coffee and engage in thought-provoking discussions with great company.

    Thu, 12/4/25

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  • Ugly Sweater 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Stroll

    8:30 AM – 2:30 PM — North Side Middle School — Registration fee required — Sport your ugliest sweater while enjoying a festive run or walk for all ages.

    Sat, 12/6/25

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  • Home for the Holidays Concert featuring Sheena Easton

    7-8:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $39.10 – $144.25 — Celebrate the season with music from Grammy-winning artists including Sheena Easton and Peabo Bryson.

    Tue, 12/9/25

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  • 101 Dalmatians Youth Edition

    2-3:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $17.10 – $32.55 — Experience the daring rescue of puppies in this charming adaptation of Disney's classic tale.

    Sat, 12/13/25

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  • Lunchtime Live Featuring Celia Weiss

    11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Free entry — Experience the local talent of Celia Weiss on the historic Kimball Organ in this delightful concert series.

    Wed, 12/17/25

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  • Throwback Theatre: Home Alone Screening

    5-6:30 p.m. — Elkhart Public Library - Osolo branch — Free entry — Relive childhood memories with a classic holiday film and free popcorn.

    Thu, 12/18/25

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  • RV and Home Surplus Auction

    10-11 a.m. — Brolyn Auctions — Online bidding only — Explore a collection of excess RV and manufactured home parts in this auction event.

    Fri, 12/19/25

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  • Hadestown Musical Performance

    2:00-3:30 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience a hell-raising journey through love and mythology in a Tony Award-winning musical.

    Sun, 12/21/25

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  • Weekly Coffee & Conversation Round Table

    9-11 a.m. — Owls Club — Free entry — Enjoy a warm cup of coffee and connect with others through meaningful conversations.

    Thu, 12/25/25

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