What’s Happening in the Parks
The week ahead
Fort Wayne, Ind. – The following events and programs are happening the week ahead:
Reminder:
Wild Walkers
Friday, February 28, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Mengerson Preserve, 5895 Stellhorn Road
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 2025 schedule at this link https://www.fortwayneparks.org/images/PDF/Salomon/2025_Wild_Walkers_Schedule.pdf.
Featuring:
Retiree Rambles
Thursday, March 6, 10:00 a.m.
Lindenwood Nature Preserve, 600 Lindenwood Avenue
Make new friends and take an easy mid-morning hike at Fort Wayne Park and Recreation’s Nature Preserve. Meet by the office at the park entrance on the first Thursday of the month and pick a trail. It’s free and no registration is needed.
Spartans C.A.R.E. Wellness Fair
Saturday, March 8, 9:00 – 1:00 p.m.
McMillen Park Community Center, 3901 Abbott Street
Students from the Manchester University C.A.R.E. program will provide health screenings including blood pressure, vital signs, blood glucose and cholesterol levels. Additionally, interactive booths will offer wellness information and resources for raising healthy kids. Guests will enjoy free snacks and giveaways. The indoor playground will be open for kids.
Kickboxing with 9Round
Sunday, March 9, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Park Foundation Pavilion, Promenade Park, 202 West Superior Street
Kick and punch your way through a great workout at this free monthly exercise class. Instructors will lead participants in a calorie burning journey like no other.
Yoga on the Riverfront
Sunday, March 9, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Park Foundation Pavilion, Promenade Park, 202 West Superior Street
This free, relaxing one-hour flow yoga class is designed 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.
Also Happening:
Sweetheart Orchid Display
Until March 2, Public hours
Be allured by the colorful mystique of Orchids on display in the Botanical Conservatory’s Tropical House. Experience captivating, long-lasting blooms in an intimately devoted space that mirrors the everlasting love shared with those closest to you. Orchids and other noteworthy plants are available for purchase in the Conservatory Shop. The display is included with general admission.
Winter Showcase Exhibit: Floor is Lava!
Until April 6, public hours
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun Street
It’s the hottest garden around as visitors to the Botanical Conservatory experience the daring feats of a favorite childhood game! This winter, don’t miss your landing, as you navigate a challenging set of obstacles for all ages and abilities. Fiery hues of reds and oranges flood the challenge course amidst towering tropical plants under the shadows of a roaring volcano. Don’t fall in–the Floor is Lava! Sponsored by: English Bonter Mitchell Foundation, Magee-O’Connor Foundation, Fort Wayne Park Foundation, PNC Charitable Trusts and 103.9 Wayne FM.
Lisa Heintzman: Innovative Abstractor
Until April 5
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun Street
See paintings inspired by the energy and emotions that Lisa Heintzman experiences. Heintzman is very observant of how one motion affects the next and how simple daily life has so many moments all compiled into one day. The artist paints abstract art with these emotions and perfect imperfections of each moment. Time is suspended in the paintings. Heintzman believes beauty is necessary and the intent and purpose is to help view the imperfect world by bringing calmness, joy and serenity of the movements in the paintings.
