Weisser Center

Weisser Center Photos

Photos

Pictures from the 2024 End of Summer Celebration featuring a talent show, hotdogs, and a bounce house!

The Community comes together to celebrate Juneteenth!

Computer Assistance is offered

SBA is offered for all ages!

MAAT Youth Group performs after release of 1st album!

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Jump for Life topics include: healthy snacks, portion sizes, exercise and much more!

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Assisting with Kid's Cafe

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Testimonials

I like the Center. I've been coming here 3 years. Caprice B.

I like the Center because it is a safe place. Kaleb

It is very fun. Jaeme S.

I liked when we got to play pool. Tyrese A. Q.

This program helped me a lot. Alex

The Center is very helpful and changes a person's life around. Denzell H.

It helps with a lot of things. It also teaches you to be respectful. Shairyia H.

I love coming to the Weisser Center because its really fun there. Kaley W.

Since my daughter has particapted in your classes I have ntoiced a cahnge in her. She has become a psotiive person and is proud of herself and her heritage. Heather J.

Very postiive and helps the youth excel. Ms. C.

I like all programs and it is fun. Tori W.

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Weisser Center Schedules

Spring Programming (March-May)

FUN at the Youth Centers this Summer!

Monday-Friday June 2-August 1 Ages 5-17

AM Session: 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | PM Session: 1:00-4:30 p.m.

The Parks and Recreation Department offers FREE supervised fun all summer long for youth ages 5-17. Youth enjoy arts & crafts, games, challenges, music, STEM projects, recreational sports and lessons, gardening, earned field trips and youth development sessions. The morning sessions begins with breakfast at 9:00 and the afternoon session begins at 1:00 p.m. immediately following lunch (provided by Fort Wayne Community Schools at 12:30 p.m.)

Due to space limitations, participants may register for only one session and must choose either morning or afternoon. If space becomes available in either session, parents will be notified and additional registrations will be allowed.

Youth Centers will be closed June 19 & 20, Juneteenth and July 3 & 4, Independence Day.

Sign up for SUMMER FUN at Cooper (1-4 pm), Jennings, McMillen or Weisser Recreation Centers TODAY!

Sign up for Summer FUN at Cooper, Jennings, McMillen or Weisser Recreation Centers (Spanish link) Today

Sign up for Summer FUN at Cooper, Jennings, McMillen or Weisser Recreation Centers (Burmese link) Today

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STEAM session

A bounce house was featured at the End of Summer Celebration!

Testimonials

This is a very nice program. Diane J.

Love and appreciate the program so kids can have something to do-meals and snack provided-I love Weisser- R. Little

Keep up the great work and thanks for keeping my grandkids safe and fed! You are awesome. Kelly

I have never enjoyed a staff as much as this one! Awesome, caring and helpful staff all around. Nickieta

Thank you to the moon and back! Thank you for everything you do. It means so much to us. You keep our children happy, safe, and engaged. You are all fantastic role models. What you do is so important and you do it very well. Thank you for a great year and enjoy your summer! Katie, Steve, and Joe

FUN at the Youth Centers this Summer!

Monday-Friday June 2-August 1 Ages 5-17

AM Session: 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | PM Session: 1:00-4:30 p.m.

Youth Centers will be closed June 19 & 20, Juneteenth and July 3 & 4, Independence Day.

Hours

School hours: Monday-Thursday, 3-7 pm, Friday 3-6 pm.

Address:

802 Eckart Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46806
Directions
(260) 427-6780

The Weisser Park Youth Center opened its doors in 1998. The 14,000 square foot facility houses:

a computer center
an arts & crafts room
a library/resource/study center
a teen club/meeting room
an open lobby for unstructured recreation
a snack preparation station
a weight training room
a full service kitchen
a (27’ x 36’) multi-purpose/performing arts room equipped with a stage area and seating for over 300 people.

The campus also has outdoor tennis and basketball courts and shared use of the Weisser Park School gymnasium.

Members of the Fort Wayne Tincaps and St. Francis Baseball/Softball team helped teach baseball skills to kids at Weisser Park!

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Zynette Paige was honored for her 25 years of service (she started on Feb. 25, 1999) to the young people and families of Weisser Park Youth Center. She was recognized for her leadership in enriching the community educationally, socially and culturally. The award was presented by The People of African Descent Elders Council.

Staff

Zynette Paige, Facility Supervisor

Job Notice Rec Leader

Join Our Team!

Recreation Leaders engage and interact with youth, lead games, and provide guidance and mentoring at three community centers. Must be 18 or older, meet all qualifications and pass a background check and drug test. Learn More....

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