September 28, 2018
Contact: Rob Hines
Public Information Officer
260-427-6028
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For Immediate Release
What’s Happening on the Riverfront: October 2018
Fort Wayne, Ind. – Here is a list of events and activities happening on the Riverfront this month:
Riverfront Film Series - “Troop Beverly Hills”
Saturday, September 29, 7:30 p.m., activities begin 6:45 p.m.
Johnny Appleseed Park
FREE admission
Fort Wayne native Shelley Long is back as we enjoy Troop Beverly Hills in the great outdoors—Johnny Appleseed Park, that is. Come to the most fabulous jamboree in Fort Wayne! (No bark eating required.) We will be testing both your wilderness and your Beverly Hill skills with a variety of activities—you can even earn scout patches! Then, we’ll gather ‘round the campfire, pass around the cookies, and enjoy our favorite hometown actress, Shelley Long in this family classic. Feel free to bring your own chair or blankets and don’t forget something to munch on! Activities begin at 6:45 p.m. and the movie starts around 7:30. Free parking available. No RSVP necessary. All ages and wardrobes welcome.
Birdwatching on Our Urban Rivers
October 14, November 11
2:00-3:00 p.m. – Nature Walk
3:15-4:30 p.m. – Bike Ride
Lawton Park Trailhead, Clinton & 4th Streets
Riverfront Fort Wayne is once again excited to partner with Fort Wayne Trails to offer Birdwatching on Our Urban Rivers. New this summer is a partnership with the Cornell University Ornithology Lab. We will be collecting data to help track urban birds. This guided urban hike is open to all ages and experience levels. We will show you the ropes while you enjoy the diverse bird life along our rivers—you might even see a bald eagle! We will spend the first 10 minutes of each program learning some basics about birdwatching and how to use binoculars. Bike riders should arrive a few minutes early, and be ready to ride at 3:00 p.m. to ensure timeliness. This program is free and no reservations are necessary. In the event of inclement weather, please check the Riverfront Fort Wayne Facebook page for cancellations.
Young Naturalist Series
Kids Crossing, Lawton Park, Clinton & 4th Streets
Fall Leaf Fun
October 20, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
We promise to catch you if you fall into our Fall Leaf Fun class, where we will discover the mysterious world of leaves! We’ll reveal the reason why leaves change color in the fall with a fun science lab, get creative with leaf rubbings, and enjoy a tasty themed snack all in an hour!
