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| Sculpture with Purpose bike rack outside of Arts United. |
After last weekend's flurry of festivals, Memorial Day weekend is looking decidedly lazy around the Fort. It's a good chance to check in on some of the old favorites -- Science Central is opening a new exhibit about bats, the butterflies are still fluttering at the Botanical (reduced admission this Sunday), the Art Museum has some kid-friendly exhibits (always free on Sundays), you couldn't ask for better weather for a trip to the Zoo, and the Tincaps are in town (and starting this weekend there are fireworks at most weekend evening games).
In addition, splash pads and pools are opening up around town. And on Monday the Memorial Day Parade is a good introduction to the holiday for kids.
Many Allen County Public Library branches change to their summer schedule this weekend. The Main Library is now closed on Sundays, and several other branches will be closed on Saturdays.
Water Openings this Weekend
Many of the city's water features open this Saturday, including Fort Wayne's Splash Pads, Fort Wayne's Northside Pool, and New Haven's Jury Pool. The Pocahontas Swim Club (Poco Pool) is open to non-members this Saturday only ($3 per person). The YMCA's pool at the Jorgensen branch opens on Saturday, and the Parkview branch splash pad opens on Monday -- both are for Y members and their guests only. Make sure to check the times & rates before you go, as many of the pools have shortened hours for these first few weeks.
Saturday, May 24
"In The Dark" begins at Science Central. Through September 7. Ages 3+ $8, 0-2 free, 10am-5pm.
Family Garden Close Up: Intriguing Insects - Each Month the Botanical Conservatory hosts activities for families and their young children. This month learn about insects. 11am-1pm. Included in regular admission, $5 for adults, $3 for kids, ages 2 and under free. 1100 S Calhoun Street.
Tincaps vs. Lansing - Tonight's entertainment features the Russian Bar Trio performing aerial acrobatics and fireworks after the game. (If your littles aren't fans of the noise, we recommend watching from the King Gyros parking lot across the street.) 7:05
Sunday, May 25
Iris Show at the Botanical Conservatory - View a variety of irises at this annual competition. Admission to the entire Conservatory is reduced today, adults $3, kids $2, free for 2 and under. Noon-3pm.
Memorial Day Observance at the Old Fort - Remember veterans of past wars with historic reenactors. Noon-5pm, donations accepted. Parking available at Headwaters and Lawton Parks.
Tincaps vs. Dayton - Stick around for post-game fireworks! 7:05
Memorial Day, Monday, May 26
Memorial Day Parade - The public is invited to support the Allen County Council of Veterans during this annual parade and ceremony. The Parade follows Parnell from State north to the Memorial Coliseum. Parking and seating are generally plentiful in the neighborhoods along Parnell. A Memorial Day Ceremony at the Coliseum begins after the parade. Parade starts at 11am.
Tincaps vs. Dayton - 1:05
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