October 29, 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 November 1:
Dia de los Muertos
Monday, November 1, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Auer Lawn, Promenade Park, 202 W. Superior St.
The Day of the Dead is a holiday in Mexico where families welcome back the souls of the deceased and celebrate their brief reunion with food, drink, and festive activities. Visitors are invited to be creative with popular festive activities; painting sugar skulls, face paintings, and more traditional celebrations. Te invitamos a ser creativo con las actividades festivas populares: pintar calaveras de azúcar, pinturas de cara y más.
$1 Night Insight: Vermicomposting
Thursday, November 4, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Learn about this indoor garden hobby and find out what supplies are needed to start a worm farm at home! On the first Thursday night of the month, Conservatory admission is just $1, parking is free, and there is a special $1 Night Insight fun themed activity from 6:00- 7:00 p.m. No registration required.
FREE Drop-In Sessions at AARP Outdoor Fitness Park
Wednesdays, 10:45 a.m.
Community Center, 233 W. Main Street
Get an outdoor workout in before it is too cold! Stop by during instructor-supervised times on Wednesday mornings. Pre-registration is not required for these drop-in programs but must be completed before class. Please come 15 minutes in advance to register.
“Visions of the Old West” Garden Exhibit
Through November 14, Public hours
Botanical Conservatory, 1100 South Calhoun Street
Stroll down the main street of a not-quite-Ghost Town, listen to ragtime tunes from the honky-tonk saloon and appreciate the wild and rugged beauty of cacti, succulents and wildflowers in the surrounding hillsides. Pump water from the community well, play a game of cracker-barrel checkers in the shade and look over the “WANTED” posters for local outlaws. Summer annuals will make way for autumn chrysanthemums in warm russets, tawny golds and blazing orange. Sponsored by the M.E. Raker Foundation and Wilson Foundation.
Golf Courses – REDUCED FALL FEES
Foster Park and McMillen Park
Foster 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
- Foster Park Golf Course - 260-427-6735
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