{"id":109161,"date":"2021-07-25T14:00:41","date_gmt":"2021-07-25T18:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/?p=109161"},"modified":"2021-07-25T16:16:00","modified_gmt":"2021-07-25T20:16:00","slug":"whats-happening-in-the-parks-the-week-of-20210726","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/2021\/07\/25\/whats-happening-in-the-parks-the-week-of-20210726\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s happening in the parks the week of July 26, 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"

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What\u2019s happening in Fort Wayne parks the week of July 26, 2021.<\/p>\n

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What\u2019s Happening in the Parks – Week of July 26, 2021<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fort Wayne, Indiana (July 25, 2021) \u2013 The following events and programs are happening the week of July 26:<\/p>\n

Trek the Trails: Turnstone<\/strong>
\nTuesday, July 27, 6:10 p.m.<\/em>
\nTurnstone Lot C, 3220 N. Clinton St.
\nJoin local trail users for weekly bike rides this summer to experience Fort Wayne on two wheels. Participants are asked to wear helmets and bring water along for the ride. All participants ride at their own risk. Tuesday rides will continue through the fall. Rides begin promptly at 6:10 p.m. For more information, call the City of Fort Wayne Greenways & Trails Office at 427-6228 or Fort Wayne Trails, Inc. at 969-0079.<\/p>\n

FREE Community Concert: Fort Wayne Children\u2019s Choir<\/strong>
\nFriday, July 30, 7 p.m.<\/em>
\nFoellinger Theatre, 3411 Sherman Blvd.<\/p>\n

33rd Annual Weigand Construction Duck Race<\/strong>
\nSaturday, July 31, 10 a.m.<\/em>
\nPromenade Park, 202 West Superior Street
\nThe SCAN Duck Race is one-of-a-kind in northern Indiana, making this fundraiser a destination event each year. The 33rd Annual Weigand Construction Duck Race to Benefit SCAN will be held on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at Promenade Park. 18,000+ plastic ducks will be dropped into the St. Marys River as part of the event.<\/p>\n

REO Speedwagon<\/strong>
\nSaturday, July 31, 8 p.m.<\/em>
\nFoellinger Theatre, 3411 Sherman Blvd.
\nFormed in 1967, signed in 1971, and fronted by iconic vocalist Kevin Cronin since 1972, REO Speedwagon\u2019s unrelenting drive, as well as non-stop touring and recording jump-started the burgeoning rock movement in the Midwest. Platinum albums and radio staples soon followed, setting the stage for the release of the band\u2019s explosive Hi Infidelity in 1980, which contained the massive hit singles \u201cKeep On Loving You\u201d and \u201cTake It On the Run.\u201d That landmark album spent 15 weeks in the No. 1 slot and has since earned the RIAA\u2019s coveted 10X Diamond Award for surpassing sales of 10 million units in the United States. Today, REO Speedwagon has sold more than 40 million albums around the globe, and Cronin and bandmates Bruce Hall (bass), Neal Doughty (keyboards), Dave Amato (guitar), and Bryan Hitt (drums) are still electrifying audiences worldwide in concert with hits and fan-favorites such as \u201cIn Your Letter,\u201d \u201cCan\u2019t Fight This Feeling,\u201d \u201cTime For Me To Fly,\u201d \u201cRoll With The Changes,\u201d the aforementioned \u201cKeep On Loving You\u201d and \u201cTake It On the Run,\u201d and many, many more.<\/p>\n

Sweet Breeze Boat Tours<\/strong>
\nPromenade Park, South Boat Dock, 202 West Superior Street<\/em>
\n$27\/person for a 90 Minute Tour and $17\/person for a 45-minute tour
\n(children 2 and under can sit on an adult\u2019s lap for no charge)
\nRelax and enjoy a guided cruise on the Fort Wayne Rivers. Sweet Breeze, Fort Wayne\u2019s authentic canal boat replica is offering 45- and 90-minute tour lengths. This fully accessible tour will be a fun experience for everyone! Each tour provides an opportunity to learn something new about Fort Wayne through its riverfront. Tickets are on sale now with several dates and times available for purchase. Visit RideSweetBreeze.org for more information and to purchase tickets.<\/p>\n

\u201cVisions of the Old West\u201d Garden Exhibit<\/strong>
\nThrough November 14, Public hours<\/em>
\nBotanical Conservatory, 1100 South Calhoun Street
\nStroll down the main street of a not-quite-Ghost Town, listen to ragtime tunes from the honky-tonk saloon and appreciate the wild and rugged beauty of cacti, succulents and wildflowers in the surrounding hillsides. Pump water from the community well, play a game of cracker-barrel checkers in the shade and look over the \u201cWANTED\u201d posters for local outlaws. Summer annuals will make way for autumn chrysanthemums in warm russets, tawny golds and blazing orange. Sponsored by the M.E. Raker Foundation and Wilson Foundation.<\/p>\n

Storytime on the Riverfront<\/strong>
\nMondays Through August 30, 10:00-11:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.<\/em>
\nAuer Lawn, Promenade Park, 202 W. Superior St.
\nJoin the Allen County Public Library and Riverfront Fort Wayne on Mondays in a story time session at 10:00 or 11:00 a.m. for fresh air, sunshine and children\u2019s literature! Come to either session \u2014 no pre-registration is required.<\/p>\n

Northside and McMillen Pools open daily<\/strong>
\nNorthside Pool is open daily for open swim 12:30 \u2013 5 p.m. and Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 7 – 9 p.m. McMillen Pool is open daily 1:30 \u2013 7 p.m. Pools will have some restrictions based on current CDC guidelines. For more information about special swim programs and lessons, visit FortWayneParks.org.<\/p>\n

Free Summer Program<\/strong>
\nRegister at FortWayneParks.org
\nCooper Youth Center, Jennings Youth Center, McMillen Park Youth Center, Weisser Park Youth Center
\nChildren will enjoy fun and engaging activities with friendly staff. Morning and afternoon snacks are included along with free lunch provided by Fort Wayne Community Schools. Face coverings are required and social distancing protocols will be followed. Morning session participants will pick up a lunch \u201cto go\u201d at the end of the session. Afternoon session participants will pick up a lunch upon arrival for that session. <\/p>\n

2021 Salomon Farmers\u2019 Market<\/strong>
\nWednesdays, 4:00-7:00 p.m. through September 1<\/em>
\nSalomon Farm Park, 817 W. Dupont Rd.
\nOur vendors produce their goods within a 75-mile radius of and are required to grow their own fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs. We strive to find vendors who embrace sustainable and organic growing practices. The market also may include baked goods, honey, handmade crafts, food, entertainment and children\u2019s activities.<\/p>\n

Golf Courses Open Daily<\/strong>
\nFoster Park, Shoaff Park, and McMillen Park
\nFoster, Shoaff and McMillen Park Golf Courses are open daily, depending on weather and course conditions. Golfers are asked to call ahead to confirm course availability and to reserve tee times:<\/p>\n