2018

What’s Happening at the Botanical Conservatory in June

May 29, 2018

Bug Day

Saturday, June 23, 10:00am – 3:00pm

Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun

Explore and learn about the exciting world of exotic butterflies and other arthropods at our summer “Bug Day” event. Visitors take part in activities, games and crafts, all with a “buggy theme”. Get up close and personal with one of our resident arthropods or take home a bug balloon crafted by a local balloon artist. Edible insects, anyone? Several local organizations will be on hand to help you learn more and to answer your questions about honey bees, butterflies, mosquitoes and more! Admission is $5/adult, $3/child age 3-17, free for children 2 and under. Sponsored by 97.3 WMEE, WPTA-TV ABC21, and WAJI Magic 95.1 FM. For more information, call (260) 427-6440 or visit www.botanicalconservatory.org.

Modest Mouse to Perform at Foellinger Theatre- Previews $500,000 Improvement Project

For Immediate Release: May 15, 2018
Contact: Mitch Sheppard 260/450-6560
September 21 at 8 PM

Fort Wayne, Ind- The Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department announced today that a new act will light up the stage at the outdoor venue. On September 21 at 8:00 p.m. Modest Mouse will perform as a highlight to the 2018 summer series.

INTERNATIONAL SOCCER STAR AND CITY NATIVE TO BRING SMALL-SIDED SOCCER TO HOMETOWN

May 16, 2018
For Immediate Release
Contact: Chuck Reddinger (260-427-6009)
Deputy Director of Recreation

DaMarcus Beasley, Indiana Soccer and the Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department Announce the Construction of Futsal Soccer Courts in Packard Park

Fort Wayne, IN: International soccer star and Fort Wayne native DaMarcus Beasley, the Fort Wayne Parks & Recreation Department, and the Indiana Soccer Association announced their partnership to build Fort Wayne’s first public, small-sided "futsal" soccer courts. The Beasley Courts will be developed in Packard Park on the city’s south side by repurposing underutilized tennis courts there into small-sided soccer "futsal" courts for use by the community.

What’s Happening @ Riverfront Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne, IN: Riverfront Fort Wayne promises every Fort Wayne resident and visitor an always-evolving opportunity to connect with nature, culture and community. We are excited to announce that between now and September, there are over 200 Riverfront Fort Wayne activities for children and adults scheduled, including boat tours, boating classes, birdwatching, walking tours and paddle socials.

Dragon Boat Team Registration Open

Fort Wayne, IN: Riverfront Fort Wayne and the Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department invite you to form a Dragon Boat team and register for the 4th Annual Fort Wayne Dragon Boat Races! The Races will take place at Headwaters Park West on June 23 on the beautiful St. Marys River, starting with opening ceremonies at 8 am. Each team is required to have 20 paddlers, including a designated captain and drummer. (Drummers cannot weigh more than 160 lbs.) Each team that registers will race their boat at least twice on event day and will receive practice time. All of the necessary training and equipment will be supplied for teams during practices and on event day including boat, life vests, paddles and steerman/coach.