October 19, 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:
Reminders:
Great Tree Canopy Comeback 2023
Saturday, October 21, 2023, 10 a.m. to noon
Four sites in Allen County (see sign up form for more details)
The Great Tree Canopy Comeback (GTCC) began in 2001 with the mission and focus to restore a canopy that was found to be severely lacking in the Parks System. Since the first annual event, the GTCC has been responsible for planting over 2,800 trees in multiple parks and trails throughout the county. This planting success, with the addition of other tree care needs, led to the event evolving in 2018 to also include removal of invasive shrubs and trees from the parks’ natural wooded areas. This year you can choose to volunteer as a Planter/Tree Captain or Courier/Cutter at various parks & trails around the area. Go to: https://www.fortwayneparks.org/images/PDF/Administration/2023_GTCC_Registration_Flyer.pdf to learn more.
Riverfront Halloween Hunt
Saturday, October 21, 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Auer Lawn, Promenade Park, 202 West Superior Street
Start your Fright Night fun at the riverfront! Children ages 5-12 are invited to join in the Halloween Hunt for eerie eggs filled with treats. Every egg is a winner at this not-so-spooky Halloween event. Pre-registration has been extended to Friday, October 20, at 3:30 p.m. Fee is $5 per child. Register at https://riverfrontfw.org/event/40843/
Halloween Haunt
Saturday, October 21, 3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Community Center, 233 West Main Street
Downtown Fort Wayne becomes a haven for monsters, ghosts, vampires and zombies on Saturday afternoon. Bring your little goblins to the Community Center for an afternoon of frightful indoor fun. It will include games, a craft and a not so scary movie. Admission is free. The Anthony Wayne Lions club will provide concessions to purchase. Sponsored by: Glenbrook Rehabilitation Facilities, American Senior Communities.
Rocky Horror Picture Show
Saturday, October 21, doors open at 7:00 p.m., Movie begins at 9:15 p.m.
Foellinger-Friemann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun Street
Join the Botanical Conservatory in its 15th season screening of the time warp! Weather permitting, this cult classic movie is enjoyed outdoors in the Terrace Garden in conjunction with the Downtown Improvement District’s Fright Night. Lawn chairs are welcome and encouraged. Food and beverage will be available for purchase from Mad Anthony Brewing Company; no outside food or beverage will be permitted. Please no rice or confetti during this participatory movie event. The movie is rated R with content that is not suitable for younger audiences. Attendees age 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by: ALT 99.5 FM & 102.3 FM and Mad Anthony Brewing Company. Admission: $10 for all ages.
Pumpkin Path Display
Now until Sunday, October 29
Foellinger-Friemann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun Street
Enjoy fall surroundings in the outdoor Exploration Garden decorated in its seasonal best. Throughout this scenic display, you are invited to pose for festive photo ops! Also, help yourself to a fall-inspired activity where there is more to discover along on the way. The Pumpkin Path Display is included with regular Conservatory admission. Sponsored by: Majic 95.1 WAJI.
Featuring:
Write a Will Day
Wednesday, October 25, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Community Center, 233 West Main Street
Sign up to meet with a volunteer attorney. If you choose to make a charitable bequest, a sample will shall be prepared for you free of charge. Call 260-427-6466 to make an appointment. This program is an initiative of the Charitable Gift Planning of Northeast Indiana. A limited number of appointments are available.
Vaccination Clinic & Health Fair
Thursday, October 26, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
McMillen Park Community Center, 3901 Abbott Street
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation in partnership with the Aging and Disability Vaccination Collaborative and other local organizations will host a vaccination clinic and health fair for those age 18 and above. A number of immunizations will be available including Shingles, Pneumonia, Flu and COVID-19. No registration is necessary; however, participants are asked to bring an I.D. and insurance card. If transportation is needed, please call 260-427-2420 to make arrangements. Those who take part are encouraged to stay for games and food as well.
Garden Trick-or-Treat
Saturday, October 28, 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Foellinger-Friemann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun Street
Just in time for Halloween, round up the kiddos for family-friendly festivities at the Botanical Conservatory! All are invited to wear their favorite costumes while scouting out tricks and treats in the garden. Also, snap boo-tiful photos together, as you make your way through the tricked-out Pumpkin Path Display. Regular Conservatory admission applies. Sponsored by: Majic 95.1 WAJI, Fox 55 and Koester’s Body & Frame Shop.
Harvest Festival
Thursday, October 26, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Weisser Park Youth Center, 802 Eckart Street
Youth and families are invited to a free Harvest Fest with games, activities and family fun. We look forward to seeing you!
Harvest Festival
Thursday, October 26, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
McMillen Park Community Center, 3901 Abbott Street
Celebrate fall fun at McMillen Park Community Center! Guests will enjoy games and family activities. This event is free. Sponsored by: 103.9 Wayne FM and PBS Fort Wayne.
Wild Walkers
Friday, October 27, 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Seven Pillars Preserve, 3555 E. Mississinewa Road, Peru, IN
This adult hiking group meets the second and fourth Fridays of each month for a walk on the wild side. Each hike features a different natural area in the region (parks, wetlands, nature preserve, etc.) and carpooling is available when necessary. Find the full 2023 schedule and carpooling details at this link https://www.fortwayneparks.org/images/PDF/Lindenwood/2023_Wild_Walkers_Schedule.pdf.
Also happening:
An Herban Garden Showcase Exhibit
Until November 12, 2023, public hours
Foellinger Freimann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 South Calhoun Street
Digest the community impact of urban gardening and see herbs that flourish, mushrooms that thrive and rooftops that grow. Forage some more to discover dynamic graffiti art and container gardens accompanying uptown views from your local stoop. It’s a beautiful season in the neighborhood at the Botanical Conservatory’s own herban garden. Sponsored by: the English Bonter Mitchell Foundation, Waterfield Foundation and WANE 15.
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