2023

June 15, 2023

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 ahead:

Reminder:

Father’s Day in the Garden

Saturday, June 17 and 18, public hours

Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 South Calhoun Street

Treat Dad and Granddad to a special outing at the Botanical Conservatory where they get in free on Father’s Day weekend. While the family is entertained by live butterflies and beautiful garden displays, fathers can enjoy the visit with a beverage and snack available for purchase from Mad Anthony Brewing Company and Shigs in Pit (10:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. on Saturday and 12:00-3:30 p.m. on Sunday). The first 300 fathers to visit will receive a free plant! Sponsored by: 96.3 XKE.

June 9, 2023

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 ahead:

Reminder

Weekend Sweet Breeze Cruises

Saturday, June 10 and June 17, 1:00 p.m. (90 minute), 2:45 p.m. (45 minute), 3:45 pm. (90 minute), 5:30 p.m. (45 minute)

Sunday, June 11 and June 18, 1:00p.m. (90 minute), 2:45 p.m. (45 minute), 3:45 pm. (90 minute), 5:30 p.m. (45 minute)

South Dock, Promenade Park, 202 West Superior Street

Travel Fort Wayne’s rivers on Sweet Breeze, an authentic 1840 canal boat replica. This fully accessible tour provides an opportunity to learn something new about Fort Wayne through its riverfront. Choose 90 minute or 45 minute cruise options on weekends. Tickets are $30 per person for a 90-minute cruise, and $20 per person for 45-minute cruise. Reservations can be made online at www.RideSweetBreeze.org, in person at the Parks and Recreation Offices (705 East State Blvd.) or by phone 260-427-6000 during normal business hours.

June 9, 2023

Contact:   April McCampbell

                 P: 260-427-6024

                 C: 260-241-1932

                 Manager of Communications

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New Park & Play Program Brings the Fun to Youth 

 Mobile Recreation Unit Begins June 12

Fort Wayne, Ind –Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation announces a new mobile recreation unit called Park & Play will bring free fun to neighborhood parks beginning on Monday, June 12 and continue through July 28.

Park & Play staff will bring fun and games for youth ages 5 and up. Morning and afternoon sessions will include a selection of sports, games, arts and crafts, fitness, nature and outdoor educational activities.

June 9, 2023

Contact:   April McCampbell

                 P: 260-427-6024

                 C: 260-241-1932

                 Manager of Communications

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Young Street Trees At Risk During Dry Conditions 

 Parks Department arborist offers tips to mitigate stress

Fort Wayne, Ind –In these abnormally dry conditions, Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department arborists encourage residents to help young trees thrive with supplemental watering.

Superintendent of Forestry Operations Derek Veit observes “water is the most important element in caring for young trees. New trees and those that have been planted within the last three years have not fully extended roots into the soil and need adequate moisture to reach the root ball.”