Winter Carnival
Saturday, February 26, 1:00-4:00 pm
Community Center, 233 W. Main St.
Bundle up, Fort Wayne, for some good, old fashioned winter outdoor fun! Bring the family and enjoy snowman building, a snow angel contest, crafts, refreshments and more! We’re hoping for snow, but the carnival will go on regardless of the weather conditions. FREE!
Volunteer Information Fair
Tuesday, February 8, 6:00-7:00 pm
Franke Park Pond Pavilion
Come and learn about all the opportunities available at the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo! For more information, call the Volunteer Office at 260-427-6828 or e-mail.
Join the Fun – Be a Zoo Volunteer!
Adults age 18 and over assist zoo visitors, teach education programs, show small animals to children, prepare animal food, or host special events. Training classes for adults begin March 22. Teens age 13-17 can apply now to join the summer Z-Team. You’ll assist our keepers and camp counselors, help at special events, and more. Download an application. Application deadline is February 28.
Romance Book Swap & Sale
February 8-10, 8 am-7:30 pm
Community Center, 233 W. Main St.
Love a good romance novel? Here’s your chance to trade in the ones you’ve read for some you haven’t . . . and just in time for Valentine’s Day. Books may also be purchased. You may trade up to 5 books on each day of the event. Purchases are unlimited. If you would simply like to donate books for the sale, please drop them off at the Community Center by Wednesday, February 3.
Allen County Youth Summit
February 26 from 8:30am - 1pm
Northeast Indiana Public Safety Academy
7602 Patriot Crossing Fort Wayne, IN 46816
The Allen County Youth Summit is for ALL 7-12 grade students interested in improving their community through service projects. To register, visit this blog post.
Monday, November 13, 2006
January 2011
Chili Challenge Bike Ride
Saturday, January 1, 1:00 p.m.
Psi Ote Pavilion in Bob Arnold Park
Parnell Ave. at East State Blvd.
Start the New Year with a chilly and challenging cycling adventure! Take the rugged off-road route or opt for a smoother ride on city streets and the Rivergreenway Trail. Ride departs from the Psi Ote Pavilion in Bob Arnold Park shortly after 1:00 p.m. and riders return to a steaming bowl of chili! This FREE event is co-sponsored by the Fort Wayne Velosport Club and the Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department. For more information about the ride please call Tim Claypool at 484-0339 or visit the Velosport Club.
Saturday, January 1, 1:00 p.m.
Psi Ote Pavilion in Bob Arnold Park
Parnell Ave. at East State Blvd.
Start the New Year with a chilly and challenging cycling adventure! Take the rugged off-road route or opt for a smoother ride on city streets and the Rivergreenway Trail. Ride departs from the Psi Ote Pavilion in Bob Arnold Park shortly after 1:00 p.m. and riders return to a steaming bowl of chili! This FREE event is co-sponsored by the Fort Wayne Velosport Club and the Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department. For more information about the ride please call Tim Claypool at 484-0339 or visit the Velosport Club.
Saturday, October 28, 2006
Teen Thursday Slideshows
Ductigami, February 2011
Chocolate Art, December 2010
Ornaments and Memory Books, December 2010
Halloween Party, October 2010
Cake Decorating, October 2010
Karaoke - October 2010
Rock Band - September 2010
Tie Dye T-Shirts, August 2010
Cake Fun, July 2010
Cozy Cat Craft, June 2010
Martial Arts Mania, June 2010
Sidewalk Chalk Art, May 2010
Chocolate Art, April 2010
Anti-Valentine's Party, Feb 2010
Decorating T-Shirts, January 2010
Bottlecap Art, January 2010
Ductigami and Beatles Rock Band, Nov 2009
DDR, Nov 2009
Halloween Party, Oct 2009
Henna Program, Oct 2009
Chocolate Art, December 2010
Ornaments and Memory Books, December 2010
Halloween Party, October 2010
Cake Decorating, October 2010
Karaoke - October 2010
Rock Band - September 2010
Tie Dye T-Shirts, August 2010
Cake Fun, July 2010
Cozy Cat Craft, June 2010
Martial Arts Mania, June 2010
Sidewalk Chalk Art, May 2010
Chocolate Art, April 2010
Anti-Valentine's Party, Feb 2010
Decorating T-Shirts, January 2010
Bottlecap Art, January 2010
Ductigami and Beatles Rock Band, Nov 2009
DDR, Nov 2009
Halloween Party, Oct 2009
Henna Program, Oct 2009
Teen Thursdays - February 2011
Thursday, February 3
Wii
Starts at 3:30 PM
Description: We’ve got some new games for the Wii, so bring your friends and game with us!
Thursday, February 10
Valentines and Friendship Party
Starts at 3:30 PM
Description: Join us as we play games, decorate cookies, and celebrate love and friendship!
Thursday, February 17
Bingo for Books!
Starts at 3:30 PM
Description: B-I-N-G-O! If you can get five in a row, you can take home a book!
Thursday, February 24
Ductigami
Starts at 3:30PM
Description: Show off your creativity with duct tape! Wallets, bags, hats and more await – imagination required!
Wii
Starts at 3:30 PM
Description: We’ve got some new games for the Wii, so bring your friends and game with us!
Thursday, February 10
Valentines and Friendship Party
Starts at 3:30 PM
Description: Join us as we play games, decorate cookies, and celebrate love and friendship!
Thursday, February 17
Bingo for Books!
Starts at 3:30 PM
Description: B-I-N-G-O! If you can get five in a row, you can take home a book!
Thursday, February 24
Ductigami
Starts at 3:30PM
Description: Show off your creativity with duct tape! Wallets, bags, hats and more await – imagination required!
January 2011 Teen Thursdays
Thursday, January 6
Guitar Hero
Starts at 3:30 PM
Description: Come jam the winter blahs away with Guitar Hero on the big screen!
Thursday, January 13
Mini Painting
Starts at 3:30 PM
Description: We supply the paint and the mini’s and you supply the creativity! Come join us!
Thursday, January 20
Spoons Tournament
Starts at 3:30 PM
Description: Ever play Spoons? Play with a fast-moving deck of cards and then grab a spoon to stay in the game! Guaranteed fun.
Thursday, January 27
CD Clocks
Starts at 3:30 PM
Description: We’re going to make a working clock out of old CDs. Decorate as you like and take it home to hang on your wall!
Guitar Hero
Starts at 3:30 PM
Description: Come jam the winter blahs away with Guitar Hero on the big screen!
Thursday, January 13
Mini Painting
Starts at 3:30 PM
Description: We supply the paint and the mini’s and you supply the creativity! Come join us!
Thursday, January 20
Spoons Tournament
Starts at 3:30 PM
Description: Ever play Spoons? Play with a fast-moving deck of cards and then grab a spoon to stay in the game! Guaranteed fun.
Thursday, January 27
CD Clocks
Starts at 3:30 PM
Description: We’re going to make a working clock out of old CDs. Decorate as you like and take it home to hang on your wall!
Thursday, October 5, 2006
December
This year the Headwaters Park ice rink opens for the season on Saturday, November 21 and runs through February 28. There will be an ice skating show at 2:00pm opening day, with an encore presentation at 7pm to celebrating this season's opening. Skating admission will be: $5 for children ages 14 - adults, $3 for children 13 and under. Skate rental (for those needing skates) $2. Hours are 12:00-10:00pm Friday and Saturday, 12:00-8:00pm Sundays, and 3:00-8:00pm Monday through Thursday. Every Friday Free for children under 14.
Youth Kwanzaa Celebration
Weisser Park Youth Center
802 Eckert • 427-6780
December 28 & 29, 3 pm
Kwanzaa is an African-American cultural holiday. Weisser Park's celebration includes fun activities that teach the seven principles of Kwanzaa. Children of all ages are invited to participate.
Community Kwanzaa Celebration
Weisser Park Youth Center
802 Eckert • 427-6780
December 30 & 31, 6 pm
Join the folks at the Weisser Park Youth Center on Thursday, December 30 for the “The Black Candle,” an award-winning and illuminating documentary film using Kwanzaa as a vehicle to celebrate the African American experience. It is directed by M. K. Asante and narrated by poet Maya Angelou. The program on Friday evening will include various performing artists and a delicious feast. Please r.s.v.p. at 427-6780.
Youth Kwanzaa Celebration
Weisser Park Youth Center
802 Eckert • 427-6780
December 28 & 29, 3 pm
Kwanzaa is an African-American cultural holiday. Weisser Park's celebration includes fun activities that teach the seven principles of Kwanzaa. Children of all ages are invited to participate.
Community Kwanzaa Celebration
Weisser Park Youth Center
802 Eckert • 427-6780
December 30 & 31, 6 pm
Join the folks at the Weisser Park Youth Center on Thursday, December 30 for the “The Black Candle,” an award-winning and illuminating documentary film using Kwanzaa as a vehicle to celebrate the African American experience. It is directed by M. K. Asante and narrated by poet Maya Angelou. The program on Friday evening will include various performing artists and a delicious feast. Please r.s.v.p. at 427-6780.
November
On the first Thursday of the month (November 4, & December 2) admission to the Botanical Conservatory is just $1 between the hours of 5:00-8:00p.m. (Ages 2 and under are still admitted free.) The Botanical Conservatory is located at 1100 South Calhoun Street in downtown Fort Wayne.
This year the Headwaters Park ice rink opens for the season on Saturday, November 21 and runs through February 28. There will be an ice skating show at 2:00pm opening day, with an encore presentation at 7pm to celebrating this season's opening. Skating admission will be: $5 for children ages 14 - adults, $3 for children 13 and under. Skate rental (for those needing skates) $2. Hours are 12:00-10:00pm Friday and Saturday, 12:00-8:00pm Sundays, and 3:00-8:00pm Monday through Thursday. Every Friday Free for children under 14.
On November 26th, 27th and 28th, the Festival of Trains will be taking place at Science Central. Train enthusiasts of all ages are invited to observe model train sets provided by various local model train groups. Climb aboard for holiday fun with a visit to the Twelfth Annual Festival of Trains at Science Central. Area model railroad and historic railroad groups will be chugging in to Science Central Station to fascinate the young and old alike. Kids (2 yrs & under) get in for free. Everyone else pays $7.00 admission. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
On Wednesday, November 24, Downtown HolidayFest takes place! If you've never been to it before, it's the night when the large Santa is lit, along with the Wells Fargo tree and the One Summit wreath. The Festival of Gingerbread will be open in the Historical Museum, and so will the Festival of Trees at the Embassy. The lighting ceremony starts at 5:00pm. From 4:00-7:30 p.m., Santa’s Workshop at the Community Center (233 W. Main St.) will be taking place. There will be a Holiday Kick-Off Party at the Botanical Gardens from 5:00-9:00 pm. Holiday Houses for Habitat is one of Fort Wayne's newest holiday attractions, where hundreds of "snow village" homes, manufactured by Department 56, are showcased at the Grand Wayne Convention Center for families to enjoy throughout the holiday season. Join them from 6-9 p.m. during HolidayFest’s Annual Night of Lights. Or just come to be part of the event. Hot cocoa is available from street vendors. Live music will be played. It's an amazing, fun time for everyone!
This year the Headwaters Park ice rink opens for the season on Saturday, November 21 and runs through February 28. There will be an ice skating show at 2:00pm opening day, with an encore presentation at 7pm to celebrating this season's opening. Skating admission will be: $5 for children ages 14 - adults, $3 for children 13 and under. Skate rental (for those needing skates) $2. Hours are 12:00-10:00pm Friday and Saturday, 12:00-8:00pm Sundays, and 3:00-8:00pm Monday through Thursday. Every Friday Free for children under 14.
On November 26th, 27th and 28th, the Festival of Trains will be taking place at Science Central. Train enthusiasts of all ages are invited to observe model train sets provided by various local model train groups. Climb aboard for holiday fun with a visit to the Twelfth Annual Festival of Trains at Science Central. Area model railroad and historic railroad groups will be chugging in to Science Central Station to fascinate the young and old alike. Kids (2 yrs & under) get in for free. Everyone else pays $7.00 admission. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
On Wednesday, November 24, Downtown HolidayFest takes place! If you've never been to it before, it's the night when the large Santa is lit, along with the Wells Fargo tree and the One Summit wreath. The Festival of Gingerbread will be open in the Historical Museum, and so will the Festival of Trees at the Embassy. The lighting ceremony starts at 5:00pm. From 4:00-7:30 p.m., Santa’s Workshop at the Community Center (233 W. Main St.) will be taking place. There will be a Holiday Kick-Off Party at the Botanical Gardens from 5:00-9:00 pm. Holiday Houses for Habitat is one of Fort Wayne's newest holiday attractions, where hundreds of "snow village" homes, manufactured by Department 56, are showcased at the Grand Wayne Convention Center for families to enjoy throughout the holiday season. Join them from 6-9 p.m. during HolidayFest’s Annual Night of Lights. Or just come to be part of the event. Hot cocoa is available from street vendors. Live music will be played. It's an amazing, fun time for everyone!
Wednesday, August 30, 2006
Thursday, December 2
Wii
Start Time: 3:30pm (doors close at 3:45)
We'll have the Wii set up and ready to go, so bring your friends and game with us!
Thursday, December 9
Decorate for the Season!
Start Time: 3:30pm (doors close at 3:45)
We’ll be making ornaments and snowmen families, so join us for a winter-time treat!
Thursday, December 16
Chocolate Art
Start Time: 3:30pm (doors close at 3:45)
Need a last-minute holiday gift (or just have the munchies yourself)? Join us as we make chocolate candies to tempt your tummy.
Thursday, December 23
Closed for Christmas!
All library locations will be closed December 23, 24, and 25.
Thursday, December 30
Rock Band
Start Time: 3:30pm (doors close at 3:45)
Pick your instrument and feel the beat as you rock out with the hit video game! Happy New Year!
Wii
Start Time: 3:30pm (doors close at 3:45)
We'll have the Wii set up and ready to go, so bring your friends and game with us!
Thursday, December 9
Decorate for the Season!
Start Time: 3:30pm (doors close at 3:45)
We’ll be making ornaments and snowmen families, so join us for a winter-time treat!
Thursday, December 16
Chocolate Art
Start Time: 3:30pm (doors close at 3:45)
Need a last-minute holiday gift (or just have the munchies yourself)? Join us as we make chocolate candies to tempt your tummy.
Thursday, December 23
Closed for Christmas!
All library locations will be closed December 23, 24, and 25.
Thursday, December 30
Rock Band
Start Time: 3:30pm (doors close at 3:45)
Pick your instrument and feel the beat as you rock out with the hit video game! Happy New Year!
November Teen Thursdays
Thursday, November 4
Bingo for Books!
Start Time: 3:30pm (doors close at 3:45)
B-I-N-G-O! If you can get five in a row, you can take home a book!
Thursday, November 11
Create a Book
Start Time: 3:30pm (doors close at 3:45)
It’s the time of year when we give thanks, so come with your creativity and make a book for yourself, or to share with friends or family, where everyone writes in what they are thankful for!
Thursday, November 18
Harry Potter Trivia
Start Time: 3:30pm (doors close at 3:45)
It’s the movie we’ve all been waiting for, so before you hit the theatres, come test your Harry Potter knowledge with us!
Thursday, November 25
Closed for Thanksgiving!
All libraries will be closed as we celebrate Thanksgiving!
Bingo for Books!
Start Time: 3:30pm (doors close at 3:45)
B-I-N-G-O! If you can get five in a row, you can take home a book!
Thursday, November 11
Create a Book
Start Time: 3:30pm (doors close at 3:45)
It’s the time of year when we give thanks, so come with your creativity and make a book for yourself, or to share with friends or family, where everyone writes in what they are thankful for!
Thursday, November 18
Harry Potter Trivia
Start Time: 3:30pm (doors close at 3:45)
It’s the movie we’ve all been waiting for, so before you hit the theatres, come test your Harry Potter knowledge with us!
Thursday, November 25
Closed for Thanksgiving!
All libraries will be closed as we celebrate Thanksgiving!
Friday, April 7, 2006
August Teen Thursdays
Thursday, August 4, 2011
3:30pm
Live Action Clue
Was it Mr. Green in the Conservatory with the Wrench? How about you in the library having fun? Come play our live action Clue game and find out whodunit!
Thursday, August 11, 2011
3:30pm
Kinect
We have a new toy! Come help us break it in and have some fun!
Thursday, August 18, 2011
3:30pm
Wii
We'll have the Wii games out and ready to play, so join us for some fun!
Thursday, August 25, 2011
3:30pm
Bookbag Bonanza
Sketch out your plan and use markers to bring your design to life on your very own bookbag!
3:30pm
Live Action Clue
Was it Mr. Green in the Conservatory with the Wrench? How about you in the library having fun? Come play our live action Clue game and find out whodunit!
Thursday, August 11, 2011
3:30pm
Kinect
We have a new toy! Come help us break it in and have some fun!
Thursday, August 18, 2011
3:30pm
Wii
We'll have the Wii games out and ready to play, so join us for some fun!
Thursday, August 25, 2011
3:30pm
Bookbag Bonanza
Sketch out your plan and use markers to bring your design to life on your very own bookbag!
July Teen Thursdays - Summer Reading Program!
Thursday, July 7, 2011
1:00pm
Needle Felting
Join us as we try this fun fiber-art! Learn the basics and take your creations home to share! Supplies & materials provided. Please contact the Georgetown Branch at 421-1320 between July 1 - July 6 to reserve a space. Limited to 16 participants!
3:30pm
Help Cats in Shelters!
Join us as we make fleece beds for cats! The beds will be donated to the ASPCA after the program and will give some lucky cats a nicer place to stay.
Thursday, July 14, 2011
1:00pm
Bandanas for Dogs
Tie-dye colorful bandanas for local shelter dogs to wear to their new homes.
3:30pm
Wii
We'll have the Wii games out and ready to play, so join us for some fun!
Thursday, July 21, 2011
1:00pm
Don't Miss a Beat - Hands Only CPR
Learn proper life saving CPR steps in this one-hour non-certified class.
3:30pm
Guitar Hero
Pick up your guitar and make music as we rock away those winter blahs!
Thursday, July 28, 2011
1:00pm and 3:30pm
Bingo
B-I-N-G-O! If you can get five in a row, you win a book!
1:00pm
Needle Felting
Join us as we try this fun fiber-art! Learn the basics and take your creations home to share! Supplies & materials provided. Please contact the Georgetown Branch at 421-1320 between July 1 - July 6 to reserve a space. Limited to 16 participants!
3:30pm
Help Cats in Shelters!
Join us as we make fleece beds for cats! The beds will be donated to the ASPCA after the program and will give some lucky cats a nicer place to stay.
Thursday, July 14, 2011
1:00pm
Bandanas for Dogs
Tie-dye colorful bandanas for local shelter dogs to wear to their new homes.
3:30pm
Wii
We'll have the Wii games out and ready to play, so join us for some fun!
Thursday, July 21, 2011
1:00pm
Don't Miss a Beat - Hands Only CPR
Learn proper life saving CPR steps in this one-hour non-certified class.
3:30pm
Guitar Hero
Pick up your guitar and make music as we rock away those winter blahs!
Thursday, July 28, 2011
1:00pm and 3:30pm
Bingo
B-I-N-G-O! If you can get five in a row, you win a book!
June Teen Thursdays - Summer Reading Program!
We have double the fun happening in June and July during the Summer Reading Program here at Georgetown. Check out June's roster of events:
Thursday, June 9, 2011
1:00pm and 3:30pm
Guitar Hero
Pick up your guitar and make music as we rock away the day!
Thursday, June 16, 2011
1:00pm and 3:30pm
Bingo
B-I-N-G-O! If you can get five in a row, you win a book!
Thursday, June 23, 2011
1:00pm
Soccer Clinic
A representative of the Plex will give key tips and techniques to improve your game.
3:30pm
Wii
We'll have the Wii games out and ready to play, so join us for some fun!
Thursday, June 30, 2011
1:00pm
Terms of Germs
Teens will experience an eye opening presentation by Science Central to demonstrate that germs are everywhere! And what they can do about it.
3:30pm
Rock Band
Pick your favorite instrument and rock out with friends!
Thursday, June 9, 2011
1:00pm and 3:30pm
Guitar Hero
Pick up your guitar and make music as we rock away the day!
Thursday, June 16, 2011
1:00pm and 3:30pm
Bingo
B-I-N-G-O! If you can get five in a row, you win a book!
Thursday, June 23, 2011
1:00pm
Soccer Clinic
A representative of the Plex will give key tips and techniques to improve your game.
3:30pm
Wii
We'll have the Wii games out and ready to play, so join us for some fun!
Thursday, June 30, 2011
1:00pm
Terms of Germs
Teens will experience an eye opening presentation by Science Central to demonstrate that germs are everywhere! And what they can do about it.
3:30pm
Rock Band
Pick your favorite instrument and rock out with friends!
May 2011 Teen Thursdays
Thursday, May 5
3:30 - 5:00pm
Mini Mayhem
We supply the paint and the mini’s and you supply the creativity! Come join us!
Thursday, May 12
3:30 - 5:00pm
Guitar Hero
Pick up your guitar and make music as we rock in the sunny weather!
Thursday, May 19
3:30 - 5:00pm
Sand Art
Layer the colors to create your own unique bottled sand creations!
Thursday, May 26
3:30 - 5:00
Ductigami
What is Ductigami? The art of creating items out of duct tape! Make wallets, shoes, roses - your imagination is the only limit!
3:30 - 5:00pm
Mini Mayhem
We supply the paint and the mini’s and you supply the creativity! Come join us!
Thursday, May 12
3:30 - 5:00pm
Guitar Hero
Pick up your guitar and make music as we rock in the sunny weather!
Thursday, May 19
3:30 - 5:00pm
Sand Art
Layer the colors to create your own unique bottled sand creations!
Thursday, May 26
3:30 - 5:00
Ductigami
What is Ductigami? The art of creating items out of duct tape! Make wallets, shoes, roses - your imagination is the only limit!
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