Warsaw Girls’ Night Out Canceled
Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department will unfortunately have to cancel the annual Girls Night Out event that was planned for this Tuesday, June 23, at Center Lake Pavilion. All paid registrations...
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Duke Tumatoe Coming To Warsaw
Duke Tumatoe and the Power Trio is coming to Warsaw this Friday for a Blues and BBQ concert. (Photo Provided) The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host its free Blues and BBQ Concert...
View ArticleFree Swim Lessons Begin July 13
The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will offer free swimming lessons at Center Lake. Registration is required at least one week prior to the start of each session. Those interested are...
View ArticleWarsaw Parks Hosting Free Country Concert
WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host a free country music concert featuring award-winning country music artists, Wade Hayes, Bryan White and Mark Wills, who have written and...
View ArticleSlim Gypsy Baggage Coming To Warsaw
WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will feature the musical group, Slim Gypsy Baggage at this Friday Night’s Concert by the Fountain. The band will perform from 7 p.m. to 8:30...
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Enjoy The Family Carnival This Friday
Come and enjoy the Family Carnival, Friday Aug. 7! By ELIZABETH MCKINLEY Recreation Director WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is proud to present the Family Carnival, an...
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One More Day Before Fall Family Fun
These two youngsters wear the masks they created during last year’s Fall Family Fun event. The mask craft kits were among items in the goody bag given to the kids.Each free goody bag will contain two...
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Fall Family Night Loads Of Fun
Roasting marshmallows was a favorite spot to be Over 300 kids along with adults converged on Lucerne Park, Warsaw, for the annual Warsaw Parks Department Fall Family Fun Night Friday, Oct. 9. Hundreds...
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New Playground Installed At Richardson Dubois Park
Shown are Warsaw Park Board members on the new playground equipment. From left are: Park Board Members: Steve Haines, Larry Ladd, Rick Paczkowski; Park employees: Andy Wright, Kaleb Pratt and Joe...
View ArticleWarsaw Park Board Meeting Cancelled
WARSAW — The November meeting of the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Board has been cancelled, due to lack of business. The regular monthly meeting was scheduled for 5:15 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17. The next...
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Holiday Events At Warsaw Parks
Santa pulls up the rear of last year’s Light Up The Night parade. WARSAW — Holiday events, for 2015 with the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department, are kicking off with the annual Letters from Santa....
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Letters From Santa Deadline Dec. 14
WARSAW — Holiday events, for 2015 with the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department, are kicking off with the annual Letters from Santa. Forms are available now in the Warsaw Parks and Recreation...
View ArticlePark Board Reviews 2015, Approves Tennis Agreement
WARSAW — The Warsaw Park Board met Tuesday evening, Feb. 9, for a year-end review of 2015 and a look forward to what 2016 has in store. Topping off the “new business” portion of the agenda was approval...
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Performers Announced For Classic Rock and Country Concerts
Dokken to headline Classic Rock ‘Rockin’ For Riley’ Concert in Warsaw June 17 WARSAW — Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department has announced Dokken and Jack Russell’s Great White Friday along with Tracy...
View ArticleWarsaw Parks And Recreation Board Discuss 5 Year Plan
WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks And Recreation board met Tuesday, April 19, and discussed the future for Warsaw area parks. Due to the absence of two members of the board, the remaining members were unable...
View ArticleWarsaw Parks Offering Walking Program
WARSAW— An introductory Walking Program class for all ages and abilities, who enjoy being outdoors will take place every Wednesday from 12:10 p.m. to 12:50 p.m. through August 31. Each class is FREE,...
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Enjoying High Life At Central Park Plaza
High Life, the first in the summer concert series hosted by Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department WARSAW — The crowd at Central Park seemed to enjoy the High Life [Band] Friday evening, May 27, at...
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Kids, Families, Compete In Fishing Derby
Augustin Goble proudly holds up his bluegill. (Photos by Amanda McFarland) Jeremiah Stoller shows off a bass he caught. WARSAW — Kids and their families fished for fun Saturday morning, June 4, at...
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Zion Lion Concert Tonight in Warsaw
(Photo Provided) WARSAW — Zion Lion, a Caribbean steel drum band, will be performing the second concert of the Warsaw Park’s and Recreation Central Park Concert Series. The concert will start at 7 p.m....
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Family Carnival This Friday In Warsaw
Come and enjoy the Family Carnival, Friday Aug. 5. (File Photo) WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is proud to present the annual Family Carnival, an event for the entire...
View ArticleWarsaw Skate Competition
WARSAW — This Saturday, Aug. 6 the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host the 2016 Competition for skaters at the Mantis Skatepark, 400 Little League Drive in Warsaw. The cost to enter is...
View ArticleWarsaw Parks Further Discusses No Smoking Ordinance, Ice Rink
WARSAW — During the Aug. 16 Warsaw Park Board meeting, the board revisited the idea of a no smoking ordinance in the parks and the possibility of an ice rink. During the July 19 Park Board meeting, the...
View ArticleFree Community Paddle Boarding This Saturday
WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is offering free Community Paddle Boarding from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 20 at Pike Lake Beach. No registration is required. An...
View ArticleWarsaw Parks And Recreation Department To Hold Public Meeting
WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is holding a public meeting for the 2017-2021 Master Plan at 5:15 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18, at the Firemen’s Building, 1013 E. Arthur St.,...
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Girls Treated Like Princesses During Warsaw’s Daddy Daughter Dance
The Center Lake Pavilion was full of excited dancers for the event. WARSAW — The Center Lake Pavilion was turned into a ballroom fit for a princess during Warsaw Parks Department’s annual Daddy...
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Coffee And Canvas Event Offered By Warsaw Parks And Recreation Department
WARSAW — Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a Coffee & Canvas program at 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 10. This is a great choice for girls’ night out or date night! Create a canvas...
View ArticleCommunity Canoeing At Center Lake
WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is offering free community canoeing Saturday, June 3, from noon to 4 p.m. at Center Lake Beach, east side of the swimming pier, behind the...
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Parks And Recreation Department Hosts Zoo Bash
Warsaw Parks & Recreation held a Zoo Bash event Monday, July 24. WARSAW — Monday, July 23, Warsaw Parks & Recreation held a Zoo Bash event at the Pete Thorn Center. The event was for children...
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Local Campground Is A Big Hit
Pictured, from left, Pike Lake Campground Manager Dave Holler and his wife, Linda. WARSAW — Parks Superintendent Larry Plummer started off the Warsaw Parks & Recreation Board meeting Tuesday,...
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Parks And Recreation Meeting Focuses On Lightning Detection System, 2019 Budgets
Pictured, from left, Maintenance Director Shaun Gardner and Parks Superintendent Larry Plummer. WARSAW — Plans for a new lightning detection system were revealed at the monthly Warsaw Parks &...
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Festivals, Kayak/Canoe Rentals And An Ice Rink Top Choices For Central Park
Pictured, from left, Warsaw Parks Maintenance Director Shaun Gardner and Parks Board President Steve Haines. WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks Department held a Central Park design charette and input session...
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Warsaw Parks And Recreation Holds Zoo Bash Event
Amanda, an employee from Potawatomi Zoo in South Bend, holds a chinchilla. WARSAW — Monday, July 23, Warsaw Parks & Recreation hosted a Zoo Bash event at the Pete Thorn Center. The event was for...
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Warsaw Parks Department To Host Coffee And Canvas Program
WARSAW — Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a Coffee & Canvas Program at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 9. This event is a great choice for girls’ night out or date night. Create a canvas...
View ArticleWarsaw Parks Department To Host Colorful Ceramics
WARSAW — Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is proud to host Colorful Ceramics Saturday, July 13. In this make-and-take style program, attendees will paint their choice of two ceramic pieces....
View ArticleWarsaw Parks Department To Host Dino Dig
WARSAW — Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is proud to host Dino Dig from 2-3 p.m. Monday, July 8. Are you ready to get a little dirty? Then Dino Dig is perfect for you. Participants will learn...
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K21 President Outlines Vision For Future Ice Rink
From left, Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer and Warsaw Parks Department Maintenance Director Shaun Gardner. WARSAW — K21 Heath Foundation President and CEO Rich Haddad attended the Warsaw Parks and...
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City Celebrates Reopening Of Renovated Amphitheater At Lucerne
View from the top of the amphitheater. InkFreeNews photos by Lasca Randels. By Lasca Randels InkFreeNews WARSAW – A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for the renovated Amphitheater at Lucerne Park in...
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Warsaw Parks And Rec Reviews 2021 Projects
Standing, from left, board members Steve Haines and Noemi Ponce receive the oath of office. By Maggie Kenworthy InkFreeNews WARSAW — During the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Board meeting held Tuesday,...
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Plaque At Kelly Park Will Honor Local Pickleball Enthusiast
New signs have been placed at local parks. InkFreeNews photo by Lasca Randels By Lasca Randels InkFreeNews WARSAW — A memorial plaque will be placed and a tree planted at Kelly Park to honor a man...
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Warsaw Parks Led Community On Leprechaun Hunt
Cindy Dobbins stands in front of her leprechaun display at Buffalo Street Emporium. She was excited to team up with the Warsaw Parks Department for the scavenger hunt and see families out discovering...
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Warsaw Parks Seeking Public Input
A survey has been created to gather information from residents concerning parks and park activities. InkFreeNews photo by Lasca Randels By Lasca Randels InkFreeNews WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks &...
View ArticleTonight’s Central Park Plaza Concert Cancelled Due To Weather
Staff Report WARSAW — The concert scheduled for Friday, May 28, at Central Park Plaza has been cancelled due to weather. West Michigan-based alternative Latin rock group Cabildo was scheduled to...
View ArticleMagnolia Soul To Perform At Central Park Friday
News Release WARSAW — Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host the Central Park Concert Series at the Central Park Plaza at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 6. The show will be an opportunity to hear the a...
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Parks Department Rebounds From Down Year In 2020
This new pavilion along Center Lake in Warsaw is one of the new attractions in the city park system. Photo provided by the city of Warsaw. By Dan Spalding InkFreeNews WARSAW – The Warsaw Parks...
View ArticleCelebrate ‘Skate And Scoot’ Day At Mantis Saturday
News Release WARSAW – On Saturday, June 25, Warsaw Parks and Recreation will celebrate National “Go Skate & Scoot” Day” at Mantis Skate Park. Food and a few giveaways will be provided. The event is...
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Foundation Takes Shape At Future Warsaw Parks Office
Crews with Sterling Concrete began pouring concrete early Tuesday, Sept. 6, at the future parks office and maintenance hub in Warsaw. InkFreeNews photo by Dan Spalding. Staff Report InkFreeNews WARSAW...
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Art In The Park: Purple Trillums Watercolor Class Is March 10
Local artist Terry Armstrong will be leading a watercolor class on purple trilliums. Photo provided by Warsaw Parks and Recreation. News Release WARSAW — Join local artist Terry Armstrong for a...
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BOW Approves Professional Services Agreement For 1st City Park North Of U.S. 30
Work on the Center Lake Recreational Trail continues, but it is expected to be completed by December. Photo by David Slone, Times-Union. By David Slone Times-Union WARSAW — A number of items before the...
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Recreation director believes parks make cities better places to work, live...
Stephanie Schaefer, front, and her husband Eric, befriend a deer at Running Reindeer Ranch in Fairbanks, Alaska. Stephanie Schaefer is the recreation director of the Warsaw Parks Department. Photo...
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Warsaw to offer Bob Ross Paint Class
Warsaw Parks and Recreation is offering a Bob Ross Paint Class with a fall theme. Photo by Warsaw Parks and Recreation. News Release WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will offer a Bob...
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