Rensselaer Community Highlights

October 27, 2025

It's time to get your floats ready. Rensselaer Chamber is now accepting entries for the Christmas Parade!

Rensselaer Chamber's 2025 holiday window painting

will begin soon! There is still time to be included in the fun!

It's Civic Award Time!

Rensselaer Chamber will be honoring individuals and businesses at our Annual Meeting in December. We are seeking community input for nominations of businesses, organizations and individuals that make a difference in our community and deserve recognition.

Please email Rensselaer Chamber to submit your nomination for any or all categories by November 10th. We appreciate your participation!

Carpenter Creek Cellars

11144 Jordan Road

Remington, IN

Cup of Joy has extended their hours!

Cup of Joy

215 W Washington Street

219-816-9939



Curtis Creek Golf Club and Dining

Prairie Arts Council

301 N Van Rensselaer

Volunteers Needed, Holiday Show & Sale!

New volunteers are always appreciated. Sign up for the Holiday Show & Sale. Volunteers keep the event safe and running smoothly. Registered vendors are expected to sign up for at least two hours of the sale, if possible. pacren.ivolunteer.com  

First Hometown Mortgage is looking for a shared office situation in downtown Rensselaer. If you or someone you know is in need of a small business office space in Rensselaer and has interest in sharing an affordable downtown location, please contact Jeff at 219-208-8967.

eMbers

230 W Washington Street

219-869-9537

Carnegie Players

Find our Shakespeare Elf!

Are you looking for a little fun at the Holiday Shop & Stroll,

November 13-15? The Carnegie Players have sent a mystery "elf" downtown, and he's carrying a secret!

We want you to treat this like a real-life treasure hunt. If you can track down our elf as he wanders the streets of Rensselaer, you've achieved success!

To claim your reward, walk up to our elf and say,"Shakespeare is cool!" and you'll get a treat, plus the inside scoop (via flyer!) about our exciting new Shakespeare production coming soon.

Find our festive friend:

 * Thursday: 4–7 pm

 * Friday: 9 am–6 pm

 * Saturday: 9 am–2 pm

The clock is ticking! Will you be one of the lucky ones to find him?

FAIR OAKS FARMS

856 N County Road 600 East

Fair Oaks, IN

This season, Fair Oaks Farms is transforming into an exciting holiday experience with the arrival of Miracle® Holiday Pub—the world-famous Christmas bar that’s redefined festive cheer across the globe!

Step into a world of twinkling lights, vintage garlands, and holiday cheer as Miracle® at Fair Oaks Farms brings its internationally loved pop-up experience to the country fields. Sip on festive cocktails and mocktails served in signature glassware, enjoy hearty bites like our fan-favorite grilled cheese and quesadillas, and soak up the glow of floor-to-ceiling holiday décor that turns every corner into a magical celebration.

Gather your family and friends, toast the season, and make new memories at the most spirited bar in Northwest Indiana. Miracle® is opening Mid-November—make sure you follow our Miracle® at Fair Oaks Farms page to get all the updates so you can sip, snap, and celebrate at the farm in ways you never have before!

#MiraclePopUpBar #FairOaksFarms #HolidayMagic #FarmhouseRestaurant #FestiveCocktails #MiracleAtTheFarm

Rensselaer Central Schools Business Professionals of America

It's back, and bigger than ever!

Look what's happening at

Rensselaer Parks Department!

Rensselaer Chamber is partnering with Rensselaer Parks Department for movies in the park!



Thank you to this month's movie sponsor, Jasper County REMC.

Enjoy the evening at Filson Park.

Rensselaer has a new business!

Fendig Theatre for Children

Have you taken a stroll through Milroy Park to see the Scarecrow Trail? Be sure to check out Fendig’s Fangtastic Puppet Master and other community creations as you enjoy the fall weather.

Jasper Newton Foundation

301 N Van Rensselaer Street

219-866-5899^

You're doing cool things in our community. We support cool things in our community. Seems like we have a lot to talk about!

Tell us your needs at https://www.jaspernewtonfoundation.org/contact!



Knights of Columbus

325 E Vine Street

219-866-9938

Jasper County Fair Association

Jasper County Community Services and Rensselaer Senior Center

Saint Joseph's College

Business to Business discounts for Chamber members

With the list of proud Chamber members now available on the Chamber website, it's easier for businesses to offer discounts to fellow Chamber members.

Here are two that you might enjoy! Rensselaer Republican offers an advertising discount and Franciscan Working Well is offering a $3 per person per month discount for their HEALTHeACCESS membership.

Send your Business to Business discount information to us for our next business spotlight.

See what's happening at the Rensselaer Library!

For more information or to register, please visit the Library at 208 W Susan St., Rensselaer, call 219-866-5881 or click below

Employment Opportunities

Do you have employment opportunities available for local workers? Send us your announcement and we will post it here.

Join our growing team at eMbers Station Restaurant!

Position: Cook

Type: Part-Time (2-4 days a week)

Availability: Nights and Weekends Required

About Us:

We are a wood fire bistro, cooking with live fire and no gas assist. We pride ourselves on using local fresh ingredients and blending them with our house favorites. We encourage creativity and welcome new and exciting ideas for our seasonal and special event menus.

What We’re Looking For:

-A self-starter with a passion for food.

-Reliable and a great team player.

-Previous restaurant cooking experience is a plus but not required.

-Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

If you’re passionate about cooking and ready to bring your ideas to the table, we’d love to meet you! Apply today and be a part of our culinary journey.

Contact us for more details!

📍 eMbers Station Restaurant

📞 [219.869.9537]

Brick Street Ice Cream

Visit us at 128 S Van Rensselaer Street to apply.

Need to get out of the house this weekend?Check out a movie!

1376 Saint Gaspar Drive

219-866-2222

Scan QR below to view showtimes or purchase tickets.

Popcorn just got better! Use your Band Card at Fountain Stone Theaters and get 50 cents off a large popcorn.

Snack smart, save more. See you at the movies!

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