April 2, 2021
Contact: Rob Hines
P: 260-427-6028
C: 260-241-1932
Public Information Officer
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Fort Wayne, Ind. – The following events and programs are happening the week of April 5:
Jobs Available at Parks and Recreation!
Now Hiring in Several Areas
Spring and summer jobs are currently available in a variety of both outdoor and indoor facilities. Most of the jobs require applicants to be 18 years or older, but some positions are available for younger people 16 and up. Those interested in reviewing currently available positions can visit the City of Fort Wayne jobs site at cityoffortwayne.org/jobs-with-the-city.
Slightly Used Bulb Sale
Tuesday-Sunday, April 6-11, Public hours
Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.
This annual sale features “slightly used” spring tulips, daffodils and hyacinths from the Botanical Conservatory’s spring exhibit. Located in the Sales Garden, bulbs sell for $1.50/pot containing multiples ready to plant in preparation for next year’s bloom. Purchases are made through the Conservatory Shop while supplies last. Admission not required.
Children’s Book Swap & Sale
Tuesday-Thursday, April 6-8, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Downtown Community Center, 233 W. Main St.
From popups to paperbacks and every book in between, there’s something to please every child and teen. Youth of all ages may swap up to 5 books while purchasing is unlimited and open to everyone. Books start at 25¢ and are no more than $1 unless specifically marked. We accept new and gently used books for the Swap and Sale. The books may be dropped off at the Community Center (233 W. Main) anytime between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. If you have a large quantity of books, please call 427-6467 and arrangements will be made to have the books picked up.
“Color in Motion” Live Butterfly Exhibit
April 10-June 27, Public hours
Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.
Embrace color during the Botanical Conservatory’s annual live butterfly exhibit. Not only do the wings of the Blue Morpho, Emerald Peacock and Scarlet Mormon flash with pigments and refracted light, but colorful shade sails, masses of spring flowers and broad strokes of groundcover undergird this exhibit celebrating the pleasures of color. Large-scale kaleidoscopes also allow you to experiment with color magic during your visit. Sponsored by the Franklin Electric Foundation, Ian and Mimi Rolland Foundation, 97.3 WMEE and ABC 21 WPTA.
Golf Courses Now Open
Foster Park, Shoaff Park, and McMillen Park
Foster, Shoaff and McMillen Park Golf Courses are open daily, depending on weather and course conditions. Golfers are asked to call ahead to confirm course availability and to reserve tee times:
McMillen Park Golf Course (260-427-6710)
Shoaff Park Golf Course (260-427-6745)
Foster Park Golf Course (260-427-6735)
Spring Fun Times
Registrations open now
Digital Catalog at FortWayneParks.org
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation spring programs are available for registration now at FortWayneParks.org. Many safe, family-friendly programs are offered, some of which are offered virtually.
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