North Region

Roanoke – Joseph Decuis restaurant hosts this dinner featuring hearty fall foods, cigars from Rudy’s Shop in Fort Wayne, DeBrand chocolates and bourbon, plus live jazz.

Valparaiso – The Porter County Expo Center hosts this tasting event featuring more than 250 wines, spirits and beers along with appetizers, live and silent auctions to benefit Lakeshore PAWS.

Lakeville – Miller’s Goats and Gardens hosts its annual farm tour and hayrides; play with baby goats, cows lambs and feed free-ranging turkeys and chickens. Market products available for purchase.

South Bend – Sample the best macaroni and cheese from area chefs at Downtown South Bend restaurants; each mac and cheese sample will be paired with beer or wine.

Lafayette – Chili cook-off at End Zone Sports Bar & Grill presented by Huggy Bear BBQ features cash prizes; attendees vote on favorites and most creative entries. Hot dog and potato bar included.

Granger – For this hands-on cocktail class at Bar Louie, master mixologists demonstrate how to make four Halloween-themed drinks, which you can then enjoy along with an appetizer buffet.

Huntington – Presented by Huntington Theatre Guild, this spooky mystery dinner will be held at Habecker Dining Commons at Huntington University; tickets include dinner and performance.

South Bend – The Cellar Wine Bar & Kitchen hosts this laid-back competition to see who knows wine! Join us for a unique team experience where your palate will be put to the test.

Fort Wayne – Restaurants on Columbia Street’s “The Landing” in downtown Fort Wayne will be featuring a variety of prix-fixe menus plus signature cocktails and seasonal specials.

Elkhart – Dinner event at Antonio's Italian Restaurant features the Wine Geek Tom Welsh and Michiana Morning News Co-Hosts Jon Zimney and Laura Smith for a five-course wine dinner.

La Porte – The 8th Annual LaPour Brew & Wine Fest featuring at least eight wineries plus breweries. VIP early admission available; live music.

Mishawaka – Stock up on goodies at First Presbyterian’s annual bake sale featuring cookies by the pound, homemade noodles, cheeseballs, seasonal crafts and more. Free admission.