May 2026
Saturday Song Night
Location
- Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts
- 540 S. Lake Street, Gary IN 46403
Category
A songwriter showcase with an emphasis on original songwriting in an acoustic format, rounded out by spoken word and poetry… a modern beat cafe, if you will. Interested in performing? Contact northlightsongnight@ gmail.com.
$10 admission at the door for audience members. performers get in free!
Yoga Workshop: Yoga and the Breath
Location
- Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts
- 540 S. Lake Street, Gary IN 46403
Category
DUE TO LOW ENROLLMENT, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
How we breathe can affect our mood. In this workshop, we will discuss yoga pranayama, or yoga and breath control, and will experiment with breathing exercises from relaxing to mildly energetic.
The workshop, taught by Mary Schons, includes a lecture followed by a pranayama yoga practice.
Advance registration required.
Follow the series:
Ahimsa and Yoga Philosophy – Jan 17
Pelvic Floor Yoga – March 14
Lovingkindness Meditation – August 15
PechaKucha Night Miller
Location
- Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts
- 540 S. Lake Street, Gary IN 46403
Category
10 presenters x 20 slides each x 20 seconds each slide = 2 x 2000 seconds of stories + beerbreak.
$10 at the door. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Cash bar. Bring snacks.
Sponsored by visualizedconcepts.
April 2026
Work in Progress Group
Location
- Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts
- 540 S. Lake Street, Gary IN 46403
Category
Join other practicing and aspiring visual artists for an informal peer-to-peer review session to share artwork and ideas. This ongoing group has been meeting
monthly for over two years, supporting and inspiring artists in their work.
Contact Teresina at 2tpavel2@gmail.com , or 219-777-5162 for details. RSVP’s appreciated, but not required.
FREE
Artist Talk with Roman Villarreal
Location
- Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts
- 540 S. Lake Street, Gary IN 46403
Category
Join artist Roman Villarreal for a look at his solo exhibition at the Gardner Center. Villarreal is a self-taught artist who has worked since the 1970s in a variety of media to represent his life, family, and South Side Chicago community.
Yoga & Beer
Location
- 18th Street Tap Room
- 5725 Miller Ave, Gary IN 46403
Category
$20 at the door
Enjoy a yoga session in the 18th St Tap Room’s front space, followed by a delicious 18th St draft beer. Our yoga instructor, Mary Schons, combines her two favorite things for a fun, relaxing community event. This event helps support our free community yoga program!
Doors open at 12 pm, with an hour-long yoga session starting at 12:30 pm. Then grab your beer and hang out with yoga buddies for as long as you like!
March 2026
All in Jest Trivia
Location
- Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts
- 540 S. Lake Street, Gary IN 46403
Category
Everyone’s favorite live multimedia Trivia Game Show is rolling through its 5th Season!
Teams of up to 6 people will be tested in General Knowledge, Sports & Games, TV & Movies, Music, and two random Mystery Rounds. Whether you’re a Trivia rookie or a useless knowledge savant, it’s a fun experience for all. Come find out why All In Jest Trivia is “Unquestionably Better.”
Prizes for the winning team AND the host’s favorite answer of the night!
$10 at the door, Cash Bar.
Work in Progress Group
Location
- Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts
- 540 S. Lake Street, Gary IN 46403
Category
Join other practicing and aspiring visual artists for an informal peer-to-peer review session to share artwork and ideas. This ongoing group has been meeting
monthly for over two years, supporting and inspiring artists in their work.
Contact Teresina at 2tpavel2@gmail.com , or 219-777-5162 for details. RSVP’s appreciated, but not required.
FREE
20th Annual Fly Fishing Film Tour
Location
- Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts
- 540 S. Lake Street, Gary IN 46403
Category
Unforgettable stories, breathtaking landscapes, and a community bound by a passion for fly fishing. This milestone year kicks off with a fresh collection of the finest fly fishing films from across the globe, diving deeper than ever—spotlighting wild places, inspiring conservation stories, and the dedicated individuals who live and breathe fly fishing. Whether you’re a lifelong angler or new to the sport, the 2026 tour delivers a cinematic journey that’s sure to cast a lasting impression.
$20. With a cash bar, free popcorn, and a silent auction. Doors open at 12:30 pm
The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is the premier cinematic event for the fly fishing community, celebrating 20 years of showcasing world-class films that capture the beauty, adventure, and soul of the sport. Now a cornerstone of the fly fishing industry, F3T continues to unite anglers from all walks of life for an unforgettable night of film, giveaways, and community. Don’t miss this milestone season. For tour dates, locations, and tickets, visit www.flyfilmtour.com
Yoga Workshop: Pelvic Floor Yoga
Location
- Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts
- 540 S. Lake Street, Gary IN 46403
Category
The pelvic floor is an important yet misunderstood part of the human body. A strong, supple pelvic floor can lead to a happier life with a lot fewer leaks, but how can we get there? (It’s more than just kegels!) In this interactive workshop, we will discuss the pelvic floor and how yoga can support it, followed by a yoga practice focused on the pelvic floor.
The workshop, taught by Mary Schons, includes a lecture followed by a pelvic floor-themed yoga practice.
Advance registration required.
Follow the series:
Yoga and the Breath – May 9
Lovingkindness Meditation – August 15
February 2026
Saturday Song Night
Location
- Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts
- 540 S. Lake Street, Gary IN 46403
Category
A songwriter showcase with an emphasis on original songwriting in an acoustic format, rounded out by spoken word and poetry… a modern beat cafe, if you will. Interested in performing? Contact northlightsongnight@ gmail.com.
$10 admission at the door
All in Jest Trivia
Location
- Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts
- 540 S. Lake Street, Gary IN 46403
Category
Everyone’s favorite live multimedia Trivia Game Show is halfway through its 5th Season!
Teams of up to 6 people will be tested in General Knowledge, Sports & Games, TV & Movies, Music, and two random Mystery Rounds. Whether you’re a Trivia rookie or a useless knowledge savant, it’s a fun experience for all. Come find out why All In Jest Trivia is “Unquestionably Better.”
Prizes for the winning team AND the host’s favorite answer of the night!
$10 at the door, Cash Bar.






