February 10, 2020

Contact:   Rob Hines

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Fort Wayne, Ind. – The following events and programs are happening the week of February 10.

Riverfront Educational Series

Monday, February 17, 6 p.m.

Promenade Park, 202 W. Superior St.

Riverfront Fort Wayne is offering another opportunity to learn about Riverfront development and plans for the future. Each Riverfront Educational Series event features a different topic and panel discussion, and drinks and snacks will be available for purchase. February’s topic is “Phases II and III of Riverfront Development.” This FREE event is family-friendly and limited to the first 160 people, so plan to arrive early. More information is available at www.Riverfront FW.org. Sponsored by WANE 15.

Book Sale

Tuesday, February 11-13 8 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Community Center, 233 W. Main St.

Book sales are open to the public and feature hardback books, paperbacks, magazines, CD’s and

DVD’s at low prices. Donations are always welcome, so visitors are encouraged to bring in old and gently used books.

Young Naturalist Series

Sunday, February 16, 10 a.m.

Park Foundation Pavilion

Promenade Park, 202 W. Superior St.

February’s topic is “Animal Tracks and Facts.” Little detectives will discover which animals are still active during winter and what they are doing, as well as how to identify the tracks they make. Citizen

Science programs are open to all ages at no charge and no pre-registration is required. Just meet us at the park dressed for the outdoors. In the event of inclement weather, please check the Riverfront Fort Wayne Facebook page for cancellations.

 

Sweetheart Orchid Display

Open through March 8

Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.

Make a date for the Botanical Conservatory to enjoy the lovely indoor gardens and special display of orchids. Take a moment to capture a photo under the orchid arbor planted with a cascade of striking Cattleyas, fragrant Dendrobiums, dainty Oncidiums, and moth-like Phalaenopsis against a backdrop of our lush Tropical Garden. Then, browse the Conservatory gift shop and purchase an orchid or other sweet memorable gift.

 

Dog Days of Winter Garden Exhibit

Open through April 12

Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.

The “dog days of summer” means hot, humid, outdoor weather, but our fanciful opposite – the Dog Days of Winter – provides a fun time to visit indoors, in spite of the weather. This garden of make-believe invites young visitors to imagine what it would be like to own a dog – or be one! A variety of topiary breeds occupy the garden beds, but the Dog Park Agility Course is a playground for doggie-wannabes.

Choose a favorite breed at the Dog Show, try on different sizes of Dog Housing to see which fits best, and practice howling at the moon. Visitors can also learn a bit about pet care at the Doggie Doctor and take a simple quiz to find out which breeds they resemble. Featuring lush tropicals, winter-bloomers, and later in the season, early spring-flowering bulbs, the Dog Days of Winter will bring welcome relief from the chill of the season. Sponsored by the Magee-O’Connor Foundation, the Howard P. Arnold Foundation and Majic 95.1.

Family Game Night

Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m.

Park Foundation Pavilion

Promenade Park, 202 W. Superior St.

Looking for a family friendly event for Tuesday nights? Join us for Family Game Night hosted weekly by St. Paul’s Lutheran School on Tuesday nights in the Park Foundation Pavilion. There will be a wide variety of board and tabletop games available. Bring your friends and neighbors for an evening of games. All ages welcome. Betting and gambling on games is prohibited. No registration required but space is limited to 125 people. Admission is FREE.

Dance Promenade

Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m.

Park Foundation Pavilion

Promenade Park, 202 W. Superior St.

Feel like you need to learn some new moves to impress? Then drop into the Park Foundation Pavilion every Monday night to learn a new style of dance and practice in an open dance. Instructors from a variety dance groups and schools in the local area will be offering lessons at the beginning of the night followed by open dancing. The type of dance will rotate so we can cover styles from Ballroom to Hip-Hop and also traditional cultural dances. Check the Riverfront Fort Wayne Facebook weekly for updates and additional information. All ages welcome but space is limited to 100 people. Admission: $10/person.

Speak, Sing, or Wing

Thursdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Park Foundation Pavilion

Promenade Park, 202 W. Superior St.

Wednesday nights are anything but quiet in Promenade Park when you join us for Speak, Sing or Wing Night. Rotating themes keep things interesting and as we explore different forms of performance by showcasing local and regional comedians, poets, spoken word, storytelling, and musicians. For those less talented, but willing to brave the stage, drop in for the first ever Riverfront Fort Wayne “Un-talent Show.” Check the full schedule at RiverfrontFW.org. Buffet style food by Mad Anthony’s/Shigs in Pit. Ages 21+. Admission: $15 at the door. Space limited to 150.

Sundays on the Riverfront

Sundays starting at 11:30 a.m.

Promenade Park, 202 W. Superior St.

Come down to Promenade Park on Sundays where there’s something to do for everyone. Learn more about the world around you and assist the scientific community with our Citizen Science programs, be enlightened with our Philosophy and Government for All series, immerse yourself in the world of literature in Get Lit, collaborate on a community art project at Creativity for Change workshops, or participate in a self-improvement class in Building our Community. Sundays are getting interesting on the Riverfront! There is no charge and no pre-registration required. In the event of inclement weather, please check the Riverfront Fort Wayne Facebook page for cancelations.

For full details on all events and programs happening at Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation, go to fortwayneparks.org.

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