What’s Happening in the Parks
The week ahead
Fort Wayne, Ind. – The following events and programs are happening the week ahead:
Featuring:
Veterans Breakfast & Bingo
Friday, November 3, 9:30 a.m.
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Community Center, 233 West Main Street
Men and women who have served in the United States military will be honored with a free breakfast and bingo (one guest may accompany each veteran). Veterans and guests will enjoy live music from The Shepard’s Brass Quintet, a presentation of the flags and bingo with prizes. Reservations are recommended. Please call: 260-427-6460. Sponsors: American Senior Communities, D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Homes, Park Place Senior Living and Scheerer McCulloch Senior Relocation Services.
Open Mic Nights With Kyla J
Thursday, November 2, 6:30–8:00 p.m.
Park Foundation Pavilion, Promenade Park, 202 West Superior Street
Take your turn on stage and share your poetry, spoken word, tunes, or music in a welcoming, inclusive environment this fall at Open Mic Nights hosted by Kyla J Walters. The general theme for these free sessions will be “Changes.” Come out and share or just enjoy the creativity and talent within our community. To sign up for a guaranteed time slot, contact Jesus Rosario at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Dance Promenade: West Coast Swing
Wednesdays, until November 15
Park Foundation Pavilion, Promenade Park, 202 West Superior Street
Join us at the Park Foundation Pavilion to learn West Coast Swing with Melissa Culbertson. This is a beginner progressive class that builds on each lesson, so you do not want to miss any of the sessions! On November 15 there will be an open West Coast Swing dance party with modern and classic music to dance the night away. All ages are welcome. For questions, contact Jesus Rosario at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 427-6216. Register in advance to guarantee your spot. Go to https://riverfrontfw.org/event/40839/. Drop-ins are welcome ($12, credit card only) if space is available.
Beginning Ballroom Dance
Monday, November 6-27, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Community Center, 233 West Main Street
Learn to dance with a partner and receive fun and challenging exercise for the body and the mind. Classes will focus on Swing, Foxtrot, Waltz, Polka and American Tango. Please register with a partner online at www.FortWayneParks.org or by phone at 260-427-6000. This course is designed for ages 16 and above.
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.
$1 Thursdays
Thursdays, 5:00-8:00 p.m.
The Conservatory admission is just $1 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. every Thursday. Plus, Civic Center garage parking is validated for free.
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