May 3, 2023
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 events and programs in April:
Be Your Own Artist: Hoop it Up
Sunday, May 7, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Park Foundation Pavilion, 2020 West Superior Street
For hula-hoops, one size does not fit all, so here’s a chance to make your own. All materials will be provided for this class; tubing, wrapping colors and sound effects—to create your own custom hula hoop. Linda Duesler (aka Linda Hooper) is a local realtor who loves to hoop it up in the park. She taught her self how to make hoops that are larger and heavier than those sold in stores for kids. This class is designed for ages 13 and above. Please call 260-427-6000 to register.
Sensory Workshop Series:
- Friday, May 12, 6:00-8:00 p.m., Bubble Wrap Painting
- Friday, May 26, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., Floam
Park Foundation Pavilion, 202 West Superior Street
Take control of your sensory needs through crafts, discussions with sensory professionals and other resources. This spring Riverfront Fort Wayne will offer DIY crafts that involve all five senses. Use creative abilities on May 12 to paint with bubble wrap or just have fun playing with the pop able plastic. Also, make and experience the unique and calming texture of floam on May 26 (rescheduled from April 14). Sessions begin promptly at 6:10 p.m. Thanks to the generosity of the AWS Foundation, this program is offered free to the public, however registration is required. Sign up online at www.fortwayneparks.org or by calling 260-427-6000.
Yoga on the Riverfront
Sunday, May 14, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Park Foundation Pavilion, Promenade Park, 202 West Superior Street
This free, relaxing one-hour flow yoga class is for all skill levels and led by owner of Discover Yoga, Chelsea Vona. Bring your own yoga mat to Promenade Park or borrow one for the class.
Sunday Heritage Concert Series: Joy Bell
Sunday, May 14, 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Park Foundation Pavilion, Promenade Park, 202 West Superior Street
The musician Joy Bell will feature a combination of pop, rock, blues and Flamenco music. Concerts are free and open to all ages. Seating will be on a first come first served basis.
