2022

June 9, 2022

Contact:   April McCampbell

                 P: 260-427-6024

                 C: 260-241-1932

                 Manager of Communications

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Fort Wayne, Ind – Riverfront Fort Wayne presents the following new events and continuing programs in June:

Yoga on the Riverfront

Sunday, June 12, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Ambassador Enterprises Amphitheatre, Promenade Park 202 West Superior Street

Free yoga on the Riverfront continues on the second Sunday of the month outside in the Ambassador Enterprise Amphitheatre alongside the St. Marys River. This relaxing, one-hour flow is for all skill levels, led by instructor Chelsea Vona, owner of Discover Yoga. Yoga mats can be provided if needed.

Sunday Heritage Concert Series: Remember When Duets

Sunday, June 12, 2:00 p.m.

Auer Lawn, Promenade Park, 202 West Superior Street

This harmonious brass duo presents old-time favorites from the twentieth century including Ragtime, Dixieland and Polkas with a sprinkle of historic tunes from the 1800s. Concerts are free and open to all ages. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy this outdoor performance.

June 8, 2022

Contact:   April McCampbell

                 P: 260-427-6024

                 C: 260-241-1932

                 Manager of Communications

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Fort Wayne, Ind – The Board of Park Commissioners will conduct the monthly Board meeting on June 9, 2022. 

The meeting will be held at 10:00 a.m. in the Citizens Square Building, City Of Fort Wayne/Allen County Council Discussion Room, (Garden level) Suite 30, 200 East Berry Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46802.

Masks are recommended but are no longer required as of March 1, 2022.

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June 6, 2022

Contact:   April McCampbell

                 P: 260-427-6024

                 C: 260-241-1932

                 Manager of Communications

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Fort Wayne, Ind. – Parks and Recreation Director Steve McDaniel kicked off the 2022 Senior Games today at the Community Center. The Senior Games is open to adults age 50 and older in locations all over Fort Wayne. The event will continue through July 7.

Registrations are still being accepted two business days prior to remaining events, and each registration costs $2. Most events require little or no experience, and although some of the events are more strenuous, like pickleball or kayaking, there are many choices that people of all physical abilities can participate in, such as card games, fishing, darts and billiards. More than 50 volunteers run and coordinate the Senior Games each year, which McDaniel acknowledged during a press conference this morning. Mayor Tom Henry also sent along a special proclamation naming today 2022 Senior Games Day.

The Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department Community Center hosted the first Senior Games competition in 1979 to promote the benefits of remaining active and physically fit, and to encourage all adults over age 50 to adopt a healthy, enjoyable lifestyle. Styled after the Olympics, the games offer friendly competition in more than 40 physically and mentally challenging events such as mini golf, shuffleboard, cornhole, pickleball, archery, bocce, bowling, horseshoes, chip & putt, croquet, softball throw, table tennis and more. Seniors can test their talent and skill, while enjoying good company and making new friends.

It’s not too late to join the fun! For more information regarding times and locations of events, call the Community Center at 260-427-6460 or visit www.fortwayneparks.org and download the Senior Games brochure.

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June 3, 2022

Contact:   April McCampbell

                 P: 260-427-6024

                 C: 260-241-1932

                 Manager of Communications

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Fort Wayne, Ind. – The following events and programs are happening the week of June 6-12:

“Emergence: Live Butterfly Exhibit”

Until-June 26, Public hours

Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 South Calhoun Street

The live butterfly exhibit continues at the Botanical Conservatory bringing an array of natural beauty and wonder! As plants and butterflies emerge with warmer weather, we too unfurl like the tendrils of plants and the wings of butterflies. Flying, climbing and vining, they remind us of our own inner workings and what it takes to reach greater heights. Come “hang out” and enjoy a twist in this year’s exhibit where vines and butterflies intertwine! Learn more at botanicalconservatory.org. Sponsored by The English Bonter Mitchell Foundation, Richard Fox and Family, The Waterfield Foundation, Ian and Mimi Rolland Foundation, WPTA21 and 97.3 WMEE.

Senior Games

Saturday, June 4, 8:30 and 9:30 a.m. and Monday to Saturday through July 7 at various times

Games will be held at a number of event sites. On June 4, two events are scheduled at Lakeside Park, 1401 Lake Avenue

The annual Senior Games will run for approximately five weeks (until July 7) with the help of 50-plus volunteers, and feature more than 40 exciting events such as golf, shuffleboard, corn hole, pickleball, archery, horseshoes, kayaking, checkers, softball and so much more. The games provide benefits such as development of physical and mental strength, balance, lower blood pressure, increased self-confidence, increased mobility and an extension of life expectancy. Games are open to all men and women age 50 and older. Entry fees are $2 per event. The full schedule of events and entry forms are available online at www.FortWayneParks.org and also at the Fort Wayne Community Center, 233 West Main Street. The 2022 Senior Games is sponsored by Parkview Heart Institute, WANE-15, Indiana Donor Network, D.O. McComb & Sons, American Senior Communities, Dale, Huffman & Babcock Lawyers and United Healthcare.