Good morning, Elkhart.

The Salvation Army of Elkhart met its matching gift challenge (donations on Friday amounting to about $5,200 and almost $3,500 on Monday) and now has boosted resources to help local families this holiday season.

Several Christmas Eve Masses were held at Saint Pius Catholic Church in Granger, where families gathered to start the holiday celebration, and last-minute shoppers flocked to University Park Mall Park for deals.

The festive events brightened the season for the community.

A free classroom garden program is expanding in local schools by adding tower gardens to 22 classrooms.

Goshen Health reached 5,000 students monthly (since 2023) and plans further improvements so children can learn to grow and enjoy fresh produce.

A Roaring 20's New Years Eve Celebration

8 PM - 1 AM — Hotel Elkhart, Tapestry Collection by Hilton — $399 for Classic Package, $475 for Suite Package — Step into the glamorous Roaring 20's and enjoy a night filled with entertainment, dining, and champagne toasts.

Youth Basketball Clinic with University of Notre Dame Athletes

4-7 p.m. — Tolson Center for Community Excellence — Early Bird Admission from $2.38 — Train with Notre Dame athletes while honing your basketball skills through fun competitions and educational sessions.

Cycling Towards Empathy

6:30-8 p.m. — Goshen Theater — Free entry — Discover how cities can enhance public spaces for enjoyment and inclusivity.