The Fort Wayne City Council has unanimously approved the expansion of the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo’s African Journey habitat.
The habitat consists of more than 10 acres of land which will be rezoned to limited industrial use. That will allow for the construction of an African veldt barn and several smaller structures where you can see zebras, wildebeest, and ostriches.
The zoo, established in 1966, hosts 600,000 visitors per year and has been featured in USA Today’s 10 Best List.
Arts United Center work starts
On Wednesday, Aug. 7, Arts United Center will hold a ground-breaking ceremony to kick off their $42 million renovation project.
Mayor Sharon Tucker will speak, and the public is invited.
The renovations will include a new lobby with elevator access to the rehearsal halls on the second floor and other accessibility features.
Arts United is still in the process of raising funds for the last few million dollars that will be required for the project, which is expected to be completed in the fall of 2025.
Dance Collective reinstates artistic director
Fort Wayne Dance Collective has reinstated Mandie Kolkman as artistic director after a structural reorganization.
“Mandie previously served with distinction and was instrumental in driving several key initiatives that have significantly benefited our community,” the board of directors said in a statement. “The current artistic team’s extensive experience and proven leadership will be invaluable as we navigate upcoming projects and challenges.”
Perform yoga ahead of Dragon Boat Races
Discover Yoga will hold a free class from 8-9 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3, at Promenade Park prior to the fifth annual Dotting of the Eyes ceremony and Dragon Boat Races.
No registration is required.
The races get started at 10 a.m. There will also be children’s and cultural activities and food trucks on hand from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
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