Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department

Bring your little bugs and join us for a BIG adventure today at Imagination Station! 🐞🦋🐜

Today’s theme is Little Bugs, Big World, and we’ll be exploring the fascinating lives of the tiny critters that share this big world with us.

Join us from 10:00–11:00 a.m. in the Pete Thorn Gym, with a few fun outdoor activities planned as well! Just head into the gym like you normally would, and we’ll send you off to create, imagine, learn, and explore.

We can’t wait to see you there!

🌳✨ Here’s a quick look at what’s happening in the Parks this week!
For full details, visit: https://warsaw.in.gov/818/Free-Programs

Have you signed yourself and a friend up for Paint with Me at Center Lake yet? If not, what’s stopping you?

If you love nature, this is sure to be a wonderful evening filled with beautiful scenery, creativity, and fun. Best of all, you’ll leave with your very own keepsake to take home!

Don’t miss out on this relaxing and inspiring experience at the lake!

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🎉 Happy Birthday, Dylan! 🎂

Wishing you a day filled with happiness, laughter, and all your favorite things. Thank you for all you do and for being such a great part of our team. We hope you have an amazing birthday and a fantastic year ahead! 🥳

🎸 The day has finally arrived! 🎸

Join us tonight for the highly anticipated Rockin' for Riley Concert featuring Great White at Central Park!

🍔 Food Trucks & Vendors
Food trucks and vendors will begin serving at 5:30 p.m. in the west parking lot on the north end of Central Park.

📋 Park Guidelines
To help ensure a safe and enjoyable evening for everyone, please remember:

• No pets, bicycles, alcohol, or drugs are permitted in the park.
• Smoking is limited to the outer perimeter of the park.
• Tents, pop-ups, and umbrellas are not allowed on the grass to maintain clear sightlines for all attendees.

Anyone not adhering to these guidelines may be asked to leave. Thank you for your cooperation and support.

🎁 Prize Giveaway
Enter to win one of three prize packages valued at over $80 each!

Simply complete an evaluation form (available near the stage) and submit it by 8:00 p.m. Winners will be announced during evening announcements at 8:20 p.m.

❤️ Supporting Riley Children’s Hospital
This free community concert is made possible through the generosity of our local sponsors and businesses. In lieu of ticket fees, donations will be collected for Riley Children’s Hospital. Last year, together we raised more than $4,000, and we hope to surpass that total this year!

A special thank you to our sponsors:
• Classic Hits 107.3 WRSW
• Zimmer Biomet
• DePuy Synthes

💧 Thank you to Rabb Water Systems for keeping our staff, stage crew, production team, officers, and band members hydrated throughout the day.

🎉 Thank you to Hacienda Mexican Restaurants Warsaw, Texas Roadhouse, North Pointe Cinemas, Rise'n Roll Bakery - Warsaw, Little New YORK, The Dutch Kernel - Warsaw, Three Crowns Coffee, and Belove for donating our fantastic giveaway prizes.

🍕 A very special thank you to Papa John's Pizza and Warsaw Applebees for providing meals for our entire crew.

We can't wait to see you in Central Park for an evening of great music, community spirit, and giving back!

Join us today at Richardson-DuBois Park for another week of Library Stories in the Park! 🦖📚

This week’s theme is Dinosaurs, and we’re kicking things off with a very special story time featuring everyone’s favorite, Mr. Duane from the Warsaw Community Public Library!

We hope to see you there today at 11:00 a.m. for stories, fun, and dinosaur-sized adventures!

📣 Registration is opening TOMORROW!

Calling all young explorers ages 6 and up! Join us for Nature Navigators, a fun and engaging program where kids will discover the wonders of the natural world through hands-on activities and outdoor-inspired learning.

Registration will be open from June 18 (at 7:30 a.m.) and runs through July 9 (at 4:00 p.m.), or until the program is full—so be sure to sign up early! Simply click on the registration link below to get signed up.

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For the safety of our patrons, today's Community Paddle Boarding & Canoeing event has been cancelled for the remainder of the day due to strong winds and the potential for incoming storms.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we prioritize everyone's safety. We look forward to seeing you at our next Community Paddle Boarding & Canoeing event on Saturday, June 27, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Thank you for your support, and please stay safe.

🌊 Join us today at Pike Lake Beach from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for our Community Paddle Boarding & Canoeing event!

⚠️ Weather Update: We will proceed with the event starting at 11:00 a.m. and will continue to monitor weather conditions closely throughout the day. Any updates will be shared as needed.

Enjoy time on the water free of charge while taking in the peaceful surroundings of Pike Lake. A waiver is required, so please complete one ahead of time or bring it with you if you haven’t already filled one out for the year.

Not sure what to expect? Find more information and the waiver at the link below:
https://warsaw.in.gov/818/Free-Programs

We look forward to seeing you at the beach!

🎉 Help us wish a very Happy Birthday to our Recreation Director Assistant, Lynnae! 🎂🥳

Your dedication, creativity, and positive energy help make our community programs and events so special. We are grateful for all you do for our Parks & Recreation Department and the community we serve.

We hope your day is filled with joy, laughter, and celebration — you deserve it! 💚