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05/29/2026

Thank you for all the support for the first Hammond Farmed & Forged Market . We wanted to let you know we had about 500 people come visit the market. $720 in snap benefits were issued and some vendors sold out or came close!!!
Great opening day, can’t wait for next week!

05/29/2026

🏢 INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY IN DOWNTOWN HAMMOND! 🏢

We are now accepting proposals for the historic property located at 5244-46 & 5248 Hohman Avenue, Hammond, Indiana; a prime downtown location with incredible potential for commercial, mixed-use, office, retail, residential, or creative redevelopment opportunities.

✨ Property Highlights:
✔️ Prominent downtown location on Hohman Avenue
✔️ Historic multi-story commercial building
✔️ Strong visibility and walkability
✔️ Minimum sales price: $480,000

The Hammond Redevelopment Commission is seeking visionary developers and investors ready to bring new energy and investment to Downtown Hammond.

Interested parties must submit proposals that include:
🔹 Proposed improvements
🔹 Development timeline and experience

📍 Property Address:
5244-46 & 5248 Hohman Ave
Hammond, IN 46320

For additional information, contact Juan J. Moreno at [email protected]

05/28/2026

WOW 🤩 What an amazing turnout for our first night of the Hammond Farmed & Forged Market!!
Thank you to everyone who came to check out this super cool new event!

HUGE THANK YOU to Hammond Public Works, Hammond Sanitary District, Salyer Plumbing, Hammond Water Works, the Hammond Indiana Police Department, Dean Button, The Collective, and Go Hammond!!

We're so excited to host this market every Thursday from 3:30-7pm through September 24th at the Dan Rabin Plaza (425 Sibley).

05/28/2026

The Farmed and Foraged Market is getting ready to open! See you at 3:30! 425 Sibley Ave at the Dan Rabin Plaza! 🧑🏼‍🌾🥕🍉🥑

05/28/2026

How to Find Us! 🚧🗺️🚗

Opening Day is today, & we cannot wait to launch our brand new market season at Dan Rabin Plaza!

🚨 IMPORTANT TRAFFIC NOTE: Half of Hohman Ave. is currently closed due to construction, but don't worry—getting to the market is still a breeze! Check out our detour map graphic so you can easily navigate your way to the plaza.

📍 Hammond | Dan Rabin Plaza (Check the map for access!)
📅 Today, Thursday, May 28th
⏰ 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM

05/27/2026

Downtown Hammond Welcomes New Thursday Tradition with Launch of Farmed & Forged Market-Weekly information included for Michigan City and La Porte

The Hammond Development Corporation and The Collective are proud to announce an addition to the city’s summer lineup, the launch of the Farmed & Forged Market in Downtown Hammond. Beginning May 28, Dan Rabin Plaza will transform every Thursday evening into a community hub featuring local farmers, food producers, high-quality artisans, and live entertainment.

The introduction of the Thursday evening market marks an exciting expansion for the Farmed & Forged market, joining its established weekend markets in La Porte and Michigan City.

"Downtown Hammond is finding its new Thursday tradition," said Jen Bussey, Executive Director of the Hammond Development Corporation. "Bringing Farmed & Forged to Dan Rabin Plaza gives our residents direct access to fresh, healthy food while creating a community space where neighbors can gather, support small businesses, and enjoy live local music."

The full 2026 Farmed & Forged schedule includes:

Hammond Market (New!): Thursdays from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM CST (May 28 – September 24) at Dan Rabin Plaza, 425 Sibley Street.

Michigan City Market: Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM CST (May 23 – September 26) at 800 Washington Street.

La Porte Market: Sundays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM CST (May 24 – September 27) at the corner of Monroe Street & Lincolnway.

The Hammond market will feature a rotating lineup of family-friendly activities, cultural programming, community art activations, cooking demonstrations, and monthly themes, including a Juneteenth celebration in June, Kids Day in July, Art Month in August, and a Hispanic Heritage Month celebration alongside a collaborative Farmed to Fork experience in September. Hammond’s flagship themed market days will take place on the third Thursday of each month and will incorporate elements of a downtown Art Walk to create a more immersive, community-centered experience.

The market will also accept SNAP benefits (previously known as food stamps) as part of Farmed & Forged’s continued commitment to food accessibility. Funding provided by a grant from Legacy Foundation, Lake County’s community foundation is helping fund SNAP programming, cultural activations, art experiences, and additional community-centered initiatives throughout the season. Additional support from the Hammond Mayor’s Office is funding the market’s Triple SNAP Match program, allowing SNAP shoppers to turn $20 into $60 to spend on fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products, meat, and other eligible food items from local vendors.

“Bringing Farmed & Forged to Hammond is about creating more than just a market,” said Mandy Krickhahn, founder of The Collective. “We’re building a welcoming community space where residents can access fresh food, support local businesses, enjoy live entertainment, and connect with one another. Hammond has such a strong sense of culture, creativity, and community spirit, and we’re excited to create something that reflects and celebrates that.”

Admission is free, and all ages are welcome. For the latest updates, vendor and music lineups, follow the Hammond Farmed & Forged Market page or visit www.thecollectivein.com/fandf. HDC Hammond Farmed & Forged Market La Porte Farmed & Forged Market The Collective

05/27/2026

If you need to know how to get to the upcoming Hammond Farmed & Forged Market, look no further!

05/27/2026

Come to 425 Sibley Street this Thursday for the opening of the Hammond Farmed & Forged Market!

Opening Day: Launching Our Culinary Anchor Series! 🍳

Kicking things off on Opening Day, and returning every 3rd Thursday of the month moving forward, this series brings world-class, cultural cooking straight to the market using 100% local ingredients.

With two of Northwest Indiana's absolute best culinary heavyweights:

🌟 Chef Blāque: Award-winning pastry chef, owner of Steel City Bakery, Netflix Sugar Rush champion, & Beat Bobby Flay alum. He is ready to bring elevated technique and global influences to the table!

🌟 Chef Darrick (Southern Roots by AG LLC): 2023 Culinary Instructor of the Year, VP of the American Culinary Federation (NWI Chapter), & mastermind behind Southern Roots catering, bringing bold Southern flavors and deep-rooted hospitality.

The Mission: Market to Table 🗺️
These master chefs will wow you with live demos and tasting stations. We’ll provide recipe cards and vendor maps so you can shop for the exact ingredients used in their dishes.

Come hungry, get inspired, and see what happens when elite culinary talent meets fresh, local harvest!

📍 Hammond | Dan Rabin Plaza
📅 Opening Day: Thursday, May 28th (Then every 3rd Thursday!)
⏰ Market Hours: 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM

05/21/2026

Thank You to all who came out to help us start the beautification of the Dan Rabin Plaza! We worked hard, and can't wait to see everyone next Thursday May 28, 2026 !! Thank you to the city of City of Hammond Mayor's Office of Economic Development The Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce AL Salinas III The Brew Box Hammond, IN Hammond Farmed & Forged Market Lisa Salinas Skiba.