The Maple City Grand Prix boat races are just days away — they’ll take place May 31-June 2 on Stone Lake. The Downtown LaPorte organization is encouraging both residents and visitors to come downtown, where unlimited parking will be available and restaurants will feature special offers for the week beginning May 27 and throughout the big race weekend.
“Many restaurants will have deals for the whole week and specially priced menus,” said Tiffany Bley, downtown coordinator. “There will be no parking restrictions throughout the downtown area as well, so people are encouraged to take advantage and spend as much time as they desire downtown.”
Downtown LaPorte’s antique malls, coffee shops, specialty stores and restaurants will all be welcoming guests at their locations along State Street, Lincolnway and Jefferson Avenue.
Among special events:
– On Friday, May 31, a boat parade and country-themed block party, the Downtown Hoe Down, will all start at 6 p.m. at the corner of State and Monroe streets. The Downtown Hoe Down will feature a free hog roast and soft drink, and entertainment by Hoosier Highway. The entry fee is $5.
– A free fitness class by Jazzercise of LaPorte will take place Saturday, June 1, at 9 a.m. on the Courthouse Square.
– Eateries downtown as well as elsewhere in LaPorte will feature specials throughout this week and next weekend. Among them: Seven, Mucho Mas!, B&J’s American Cafe, Indiana Deli, Cookery TT, Western Inn, Spire Farm to Fork, Ignoffo’s Italian Bistro, Portofino, Wana Pizza, Karmel Coffee House, and T-Bones Pier 11.
For more information on all downtown events, visit Downtown La Porte on Facebook or contact Tiffany Bley at bley@lpchamber.com.
For more information on the Grand Prix, contact the Visit Michigan City LaPorte Visitors Center at 219.872.5055 or 1.800.634.2650 and visit www.maplecitygrandprix.com. For a WNLP story including the schedule, a map and more details, click on the following link:
http://www.whatsnewlaporte.com/2013/05/14/details-schedule-for-maple-city-grand-prix-announced/