February 2011

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.