The Warsaw Central Park Summer Concert Series features a performance this evening, July 24, by Out of Favor Boys at the Central Park Plaza.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for the renovated Amphitheater at Lucerne Park in Warsaw Wednesday, June 24. 

Despite repeated pleas to not use city beaches, Center Lake was a busy place at times over the weekend.

Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer announced that July’s First Friday event has been cancelled.

Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department announces the summer concert, and programming calendar!

By Lasca Randels InkFreeNews WARSAW — Some people switch jobs frequently in a quest for continual change, higher salary, different title or a new environment.  Others — like Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department Superintendent Larry Plummer — find a job they love and stick with it.  Plummer began working full-time with the parks department Sept. …read more.

WARSAW – Basketball rims in Warsaw city parks have been temporarily put out of commission to prohibit anyone from using the courts during the state emergency over COVID-19. City officials received complaints about people continuing to use the courts despite calls for social distancing. The parks remain open, but activity is banned at playgrounds and …read more.

WARSAW — To promote social distancing, Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department has created an online programming calendar.  Check out the social sites (Facebook, Instagram and Twitter) every Monday through Saturday for fun, creative projects, challenges and read-alongs. “We will be posting an activity/story each morning, a trivia question around lunch and a couple chapters of …read more.

WARSAW — Despite cancellation of park-sponsored activities and rental facilities due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Warsaw Parks Department staff is keeping busy. Warsaw Parks & Recreation Superintendent Larry Plummer said all employees will remain in their original positions and there is no concern about layoffs at this time. “We still have 80 acres to …read more.

WARSAW – The three biggest concerts hosted by the Warsaw Parks Department are among the latest cancelations due to the coronavirus. The city announced Monday evening that all City buildings and rental facilities will be closed to the public through at least Wednesday, April 29 to try to contain the fast-moving coronavirus pandemic. For this …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will hold a prom and bridal expo at the Center Lake Pavilion from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 1. Admission to the event is free. This event will provide information on tuxedos, hair styles, jewelry, flowers, photographers, decor, catering and more. Warsaw Party Rental is sponsoring …read more.

WARSAW —  At the Warsaw Parks & Recreation board meeting Tuesday, Feb. 18, Parks Superintendent Larry Plummer shared the 2019 year-end report, which touched on various five-year master plan projects.  Those included the Kelly Park playground, the amphitheater at Lucerne Park, renovating another Lucerne cabin to bring it up to ADA compliance, replacement of tables …read more.

WARSAW —  At the Warsaw Parks & Recreation board meeting Tuesday, Jan. 21, Steve Haines was elected as 2020 board president and Larry Ladd was elected as vice president.  Parks Superintendent Larry Plummer, Haines and Ladd recently met with an architect from Valparaiso regarding potential plans for an ice rink in Warsaw.   Plummer said …read more.

WARSAW – The City Redevelopment Commission on Monday, Jan. 6, approved a purchase agreement for a property at the northwest corner of Fort Wayne and Indiana Streets where officials would like to eventually construct a new garage for the Parks and Recreation Department. The city redevelopment commission voted to buy the property at 123 E. …read more.

WARSAW — It took some time for board members to come to an agreement regarding the rental fee for the new Lucerne Park Amphitheater, but they eventually settled on $175.  At the Warsaw Parks & Recreation board meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 19, Parks Superintendent Larry Plummer told board members that the amphitheater has been completed.  “We …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host a gingerbread house workshop from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22. The event will be fun for the entire family as participants work to construct a dream house out of edible supplies and leave the mess. If some of the construction materials end up in your belly …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks & Recreation is hosting a Paint in the Park program at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8. This event would be a great choice for girls’ night out or date night. Create a canvas masterpiece while you enjoy a relaxing night at the Center Lake Pavilion. The $15 registration fee includes all …read more.

WARSAW — K21 Heath Foundation President and CEO Rich Haddad attended the Warsaw Parks and Recreation board meeting Tuesday, Oct. 15, to discuss potential plans for an ice rink. In September, K21 Health Foundation’s announced plans to pledge $1 million toward the construction of an ice skating facility. “There are three areas I want to …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department will be hosting two new events during the fall and winter months — a gingerbread house workshop and a family game night event. The gingerbread house workshop will be held from 6-8 p.m. Nov. 22, at the Center Lake Pavilion, located at 119 E. Canal Street, Warsaw. …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department has moved to the Pete Thorn Building at 800 N. Park Ave. in Warsaw. The move was made today, Sept. 13. It is a temporary move, but it is expected to be a lengthy stay. The longtime parks office on Canal Street is being vacated and will …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a Paint in the Park Jr. Program at 6 p.m. Friday, Sept.  20. This is a junior edition of the traditional Paint in the Park program. The $15 Registration fee includes all supplies and instruction. The event is open for ages 8-13. For more information …read more.

WARSAW — The City of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host The Talleys as part of its Central Park Concert Series at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23. The gospel band will play from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Central Park Plaza. Bring a lawn chair or favorite blanket and enjoy the evening’s perfect …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting the Central Park Concert Series at the Central Park Plaza at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9. If you like jazzy pop/contemporary, you won’t want to miss the Alicia Pyle Quartet. The band starts playing at 7 p.m. and will play until 8:30 …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks Department will host the annual family carnival at Central Park from 6-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2. Enjoy children’s entertainment, inflatables, games, face painting, dunk tank, Penguin Point’s big wheel race and so much more. The event will be held at the Central Park Glover Pavilion in Warsaw, and is brought to …read more.

  [weaver_youtube DIpPbdogHeM rel=o].     WARSAW — The Hurricane Reggae Band, part of the Central Park Concert Series offered by the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department, performed at the Central Park Plaza Friday, July 26. Cleve “Hurricane” Jean Jacques resides in Chicago and heads the Hurricane Reggae Band, winner of the Chicago Music Award …read more.

WARSAW — Come beat the heat at Center Lake Beach Bash from 2 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 30. Kids ages 6 to 12 are invited to attend this free luau-themed party. No registration is required, and come dressed to get wet. For more information, contact the parks department by email at [email protected], visit the …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to hold the Central Park Concert series at 7 p.m. Friday, July 26, at the Central Park Plaza featuring the Hurricane Reggae Band. The band will start playing at 7 p.m. and will play until 8:30 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or favorite …read more.

The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is offering free community paddle boarding and canoeing from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Saturday, July 27 at Pike Lake Beach. No registration is required. An annual waiver and rules sheet must be signed by each participant, (or a parent for anyone under age 18). Participants under the age …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is proud to present the free Country Concert for St. Jude featuring national recording artist Montgomery Gentry Friday evening, July 19, at Glover Pavilion in Central Park.  The evening will start at 6:30 p.m. with the winner of Willie 103.5’s Local Star Search, Backwater.  At 8 p.m.,  …read more.

WARSAW — Acts of vandalism have been committed recently in area parks.  According to a Facebook post put up Wednesday, July 10, on the City of Warsaw page, vandalism has occurred at Dubois Park, located at 700 E. Market St., Warsaw. Warsaw Parks and Recreation Superintendent Larry Plummer said they are experiencing various types of …read more.

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 about dinosaurs, create fossils and take a trip back in time with dinosaur activities. Cost is $5 per …read more.

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. Choices include a unicorn, dog, shark, robot, owl or cupcake. There no age limit, so register the whole family. Cost is $15 per person. Register …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department meeting held Tuesday, June 25, focused on proposed 2020 budgets. The proposed 211 non-reverting recreation budget for 2020 shows a total of $18,350, a 17 percent increase from the 2019  budget.  Warsaw Parks Superintendent Larry Plummer provided board members with documents showing a breakdown of proposed programs …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department encourages kids ages 5-12 to sign up for Lego Mania. The event will be held from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Monday, June 24, in the Pete Thorn Center Gymnasium. There will crafts, games, snacks and best of all, Legos. The cost is $5 per child, and participants that …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host the Central Park Concert Series at the Central Park Plaza at 7 p.m. Friday, June 21. If you like blues, you won’t want to miss “Sensational Soul Brothers.” The band starts playing at 7 p.m. and will play until 8:30 p.m. Bring your …read more.

WARSAW — McAlister’s Deli of Warsaw has named Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department their Community Partner for the 2019 season. What does that mean? It means the Warsaw Parks Department could be the recipient of up to $10,000 to be used to better our parks.  How can you help?  Drink more tea. Each McAlister’s Famous …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is proud to present Family Movie Night in Central Park, featuring Warner Animation “Small Foot”  this Saturday, June 8, by Center Lake Beach.  The feature will begin at 7:30 p.m. Free kids’ bingo will begin at 6 p.m. until the movie starts.  Bring your lawn …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting the Central Park Concert Series at the Central Park Plaza at 7 p.m. Friday, June 7.  If you like the 50s and 60s, you won’t want to miss The Bulldogs. The band starts playing at 7 p.m. and will play until 8:30 …read more.

WARSAW — On Saturday, June 1, the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department hosted their annual free Kids’ Fishing Derby and Casting Contest. Results are as follows:  Ages 4 & under:        1st place Mason Ramsey; 2nd place Gunner Gonzalez Ages 5-8:                  1st place Josh DeLaCruz;  2nd …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department hosted a Touch-A-Truck today Saturday, June 1, at Central Park. The event lasts until 3 p.m. so there’s still time to come out and explore.  Area children were invited to put their imagination in gear. This free, fun community event gives the young, and young at heart, …read more.

WARSAW — At the Warsaw Parks & Recreation board meeting Tuesday, May 21, Recreation Director Sheila Wieringa said lack of lifeguards is an issue again this year. The parks department currently has four lifeguards. Warsaw Parks Superintendent Larry Plummer said 14 guards are needed to run the system at full capacity. “We will not be guarding …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a Paint in the Park Jr. program at 6 p.m. Friday, May 17. A junior edition of our Paint in the Park program. The $15 registration fee includes all supplies and step-by-step instruction. The event is for ages 8-13. For more information and to register, visit …read more.

[weaver_youtube gEeECNOUHCc rel=0] WARSAW — Local Warsaw princesses enjoyed a tea party this morning, Saturday, May 4, at the Center Lake Pavilion. The event was hosted by the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department. Approximately 25 girls and their families attended the event, with each princess meeting the tea party’s special guests, Princesses Belle and Ariel. …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a Paint in the Park Program at 6 p.m. Friday, May 10.  This event is a great choice for girls’ night out or date night. Create a canvas masterpiece while you enjoy a relaxing night out at the Center Lake Pavilion. The $15 registration fee includes …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a Royal Princess Tea Party at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 4. Dress in your favorite princess attire or fanciest dress. Children can meet, and see what it takes to be, a princess. The $10 fee includes meet and greet with two princesses (Belle & Ariel), a …read more.

  WARSAW — At the Warsaw Parks & Recreation board meeting Tuesday, April 16, Parks Superintendent Larry Plummer received approval to move forward with design work for the Center Lake Pavilion.   Plummer brought board members up to date regarding schematic design plans for renovation of the pavilion. The design includes two options for the …read more.

WARSAW — Two grants have been secured to pay for the future permanent pickleball courts at Kelly Park on the city’s south side. The cost of transforming the tennis courts into four pickleball courts will be covered with grant money from the K21 Foundation and the Dr. Dane and Mary Louise Miller Foundation. Approval of …read more.

WARSAW — At the Warsaw Parks & Recreation board meeting held Tuesday, March 19, Parks Superintendent Larry Plummer said applications are being accepted for seasonal summer staff. Positions are open for laborers, lifeguards, programming recreational leaders and skate park recreational leaders. Pay starts at $11/hour. Further information may be found on the website. “There’s always a …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a Coffee & Canvas Program at 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 8. This event is a great choice for girls’ night out or date night. Create a canvas masterpiece while you sip your choice of hot beverage at the Center Lake Pavilion. The $15 registration fee includes …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks and Recreation is hosting “Imagination Station – Winter Edition” program every Thursday in March. This program is free and all ages are welcome to attend, however, activities are geared toward the preschool age group. This program will be held in the Pete Thorn Center Activities Room from 10:30-11:30 a.m. every Thursday …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to host their first prom and bridal expo from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 2, at the Center Lake Pavilion.  Admission is free and all attendees will have a chance to win a door prize basket valued at over $300. Vendors …read more.

WARSAW — Tentative plans for modifying a tennis court into pickleball courts at Kelly Park are one step closer to becoming a reality.  At the Warsaw Parks & Recreation board meeting held Tuesday, Feb. 19, Parks Superintendent Larry Plummer told board members that he applied for two grants to secure funding for the modifications. “I …read more.

WARSAW — For the second year in a row, the popular Daddy’s Little Sweetheart Dance event, hosted by the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department, was held on two nights. The event was held Friday, Feb. 8, and Saturday, Feb. 9, for girls ages 3-14, along with their fathers or other male guardians at the Center Lake …read more.

WARSAW —  At the Warsaw Parks & Recreation board meeting held Tuesday, Jan. 15, Steve Haines was elected to continue serving as the board president in 2019. Larry Ladd will remain in the position of vice-president.   Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer administered the oath of office to board member Jill Beehler, who serves as the Warsaw …read more.

WARSAW — Create special, enchanting memories with your daughter as you dance under the lights, enjoy desserts and have a photo taken together at the annual Daddy’s Little Sweetheart Dance. This event, sponsored by the Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department, has become so popular that two dates are now being offered. This year’s dance event …read more.

  WARSAW — Celebrate the first lighting of the Central Park holiday light display from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7. Walk through the festive lights and enjoy holiday performances in the park. Santa and Mrs. Claus will ride in the First Friday Twinkle Parade and stop at the Center Lake Pavilion, where they will visit …read more.

WARSAW — Thanks to a grant from the Kosciusko County Community Foundation, the city of Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department now has four active iStrike Lightning Detection systems. These systems are located at both Center and Pike Lake beaches, the Pike Lake Campground and Central Park.  Although each alarm system is positioned at a different …read more.

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 masterpiece while you sip your choice of hot beverage at the Center Lake Pavilion. The $15 registration fee includes all …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is proud to present Fall Family Fun, a free event for the entire family from 6-8 p.m. on Friday Oct.19, in Lucerne Park on Pike Lake.  Everyone who attends will have the opportunity to enjoy hayrides, a live bat and educational display, library stories, crafts, …read more.

WARSAW — The Fall Family Fun event scheduled for tonight, Oct. 12, at Lucerne Park has been postponed, per the Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department. Recreation Director Sheila Wieringa issued the following statement, “Due to rain and cold, we have had to postpone the Fall Family Fun event. More information to follow next week.”

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is proud to present fall family fun, a free event for the entire family from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 12, in Lucerne Park on Pike lake.  Everyone will have the opportunity to enjoy live farm animals, hayrides, a live bat and educational display, library …read more.

WARSAW — At the Warsaw Parks and Recreation board meeting Tuesday, Sept. 18, Warsaw Parks Superintendent Larry Plummer informed board members that the iStrike Lightning Detection System should arrive sometime within the next week. At the June board meeting, Plummer announced that the parks department received a grant in the amount of $19,992 from the Kosciusko …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host a late skate for skaters from 8 to 11 p.m. Friday,  Aug. 31, at the Mantis Skate Park location, 400 Little League Drive in Warsaw.  This fun time is free and includes music, door prizes and goody bags.  Grab your friends and don’t miss out …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a Coffee & Canvas program at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 14. This is a great choice for girls’ night out or date night. Create a canvas masterpiece while you sip your choice of hot beverage at the Center Lake Pavilion.  The $15 registration fee includes …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting their final Central Park Concert Series concert of the year at the Central Park Plaza at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24.  The Whisnants will be performing a gospel music concert from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Bring your lawn chair or favorite blanket …read more.

WARSAW — Discussion at the Warsaw Parks and Recreation board meeting held Tuesday, Aug. 21, centered around the Central Park master plan. Ron Dick and Jerod Monce, architects with Design Collaborative, Fort Wayne, attended the meeting to provide an update presentation.  “Center Lake beach is one of the key attractions for the park as well as …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to hold the Central Park Concert Series at the Central Park Plaza at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 17. You won’t want to miss the country artist, Jared Knox. The band starts playing at 7 p.m. and will play until 8:30 p.m. Bring your …read more.

WARSAW —  The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host a late skate for skaters from 8 to 11 p.m. this Saturday, Aug. 11,  at the Mantis Skate Park location, 400 Little League Drive in Warsaw. This fun time is free, and includes music, door prizes and goody bags for registered, attending skaters. Grab your …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to hold the Central Park Concert Series at the Central Park Plaza at 7 p.m.  Friday Aug. 10. The secret is out –  Top Secret Band will be playing great rock music from the 60s to now. The band starts playing at 7 p.m. and …read more.

WARSAW — Approximately 25 children built sand castles, played games and stayed cool during the annual Beach Bash event hosted by the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department Tuesday, Aug. 7. With temperatures in the 80s, kids and parents alike beat the heat by staying cool at Center Lake. The luau-themed party was held at the …read more.

WARSAW —  The Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department is inviting kids ages 6-12 to come out and beat the heat at the  Center Lake Beach Bash. The luau-themed party begins at 2 p.m. and lasts until 3 p.m. on Tuesday, July 31. The event is free and no registration is required. For more information, contact …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is offering free community paddle boarding and canoeing from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Saturday, July 28, at Pike Lake Beach. No registration is required. An annual waiver and rules sheet must be signed by each participant, (must be signed by a parent for …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host a late skate/pizza party for skaters from 8 to 11 p.m. Friday, July 27, at Mantis Skate Park, located at 400 Little League Drive in Warsaw. This fun time is free and includes pizza, music and door prizes. Grab your friends and don’t miss out on …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting the Central Park Concert Series at the Central Park Plaza at 7 p.m. Friday, July 27. If you like country/rock you won’t want to miss The Lemon Brothers. The band starts playing at 7 p.m.and will play until 8:30 p.m. Bring your lawn chair …read more.

WARSAW — Monday, July 23, Warsaw Parks & Recreation hosted a Zoo Bash event at the Pete Thorn Center. The event was for children ages 3 to 7. For a $10 fee, children could stuff their own zoo animal and participate in crafts and other fun activities. With several choices of customizable animals, including unicorns, …read more.

WARSAW — Despite severe thunderstorms and a tornado warning during the afternoon hours, as well as bouts of heavy rain throughout the evening, the free country concert for St. Jude at Central Park Glover Pavilion in Warsaw took place Friday, July 20, as scheduled.  With many years of combined experience, featuring  Brett Browand on the bass …read more.

WARSAW —  Multi-platinum selling country star Jerrod Niemann is headlining a free country concert for St. Jude at Central Park Glover Pavilion in Warsaw on Friday, July 20. The concert begins at 6 p.m. with a performance by a local band, Mason Dixon Line, winner of the Willie 103.5 Local Star Search competition. Niemann will take the …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks Department held a Central Park design charette and input session at the Central Park Pavilion Tuesday, July 17. With the Buffalo Street project underway, future improvements are on the horizon for Central Park. The event began with an introductory session to bring everyone up to speed on the current status of Central …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is offering free Community Paddle Boarding from noon to 6 p.m. Monday, July 9, at Pike Lake Beach. No registration is required. An annual waiver and rules sheet must be signed by each participant and must be signed by parent for anyone under age 18. …read more.

WARSAW —  Mantis Skate Park will be closed, Monday July 2, Tuesday July 3 and Wednesday July 4, in observance of Independence Day. The Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department’s Mantis Skate Park regular hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, and noon to 8 p.m. on Saturday. Mantis Skate Park is located …read more.

WARSAW — Due to the extreme heat, the Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department advises that the following programs have been cancelled: Late skate: 8 – 11 p.m. Friday, June 29, at Mantis Skate Park Community paddle boarding and canoeing: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 30, at Pike Lake Beach.   The next community paddle …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks Department is extending an invitation to the public to attend the Central Park design charette and input session at the Central Park Pavilion on July 17. With the Buffalo Street project well underway, a few more improvements are on the horizon for Central Park. If you’re a long-time park user, …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department hosted a Superhero Training Camp at the Center Lake Pavilion from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 23.  Participants were able to hang out with Superman and Black Widow, ask questions and find out what it takes to be a superhero. The camp provided kids with the …read more.

WARSAW — Plans for a new lightning detection system were revealed at the monthly Warsaw Parks & Recreation meeting Tuesday, June 12.  “I’m proud to announce that we’ve received a grant in the amount of $19,992 from the Kosciusko County Community Foundation for a lightning detection system,” Parks Superintendent Larry Plummer informed board members. According …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department encourages kids ages 5-12 to sign up for Lego Mania. This awesome event will take place from 1:30 to 3 p.m  Monday, June 25, in the Pete Thorn Center gymnasium. There will be crafts, games, snacks and the best of all — Legos. Cost is $5 per child, and …read more.

WARSAW — Due to weather conditions, the concert typically held at the Central Park Plaza for tonight will instead be held at Lakeview Middle School.  According to the Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department Facebook page, the Central Park Concert Series featuring The Jet Beats will be moved to an indoor location at Lakeview Middle School, …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will offer free swimming lessons at Center Lake in two, two-week sessions. Registration is required by one week prior to the start of each session. Please register only if you plan to attend most or all of the session dates. The participants in each session …read more.

WARSAW — Beginning Tuesday, May 29, the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department’s Mantis Skate Park will be open from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, and from noon until 8 p.m. Saturday. Mantis Skate Park is located at 400 Little League Drive on Boggs Campus. Mantis Skate Park is free of charge and …read more.

WARSAW —  The shortage of area lifeguards was discussed at the Warsaw Parks & Recreation Board meeting Tuesday, May 15. Recreation Director Sheila Wieringa informed board members that the parks department is still in need of lifeguards. Although they generally employ 12-15 lifeguards, they currently have only seven. “We’re about half staffed,” said Warsaw Parks …read more.

Despite Mother Nature’s furious objections, the 2018 Syracuse Artisans and Farmers Market celebrated its inaugural weekend Saturday, May 12, at Veteran’s Memorial Park at Crosson Mill in downtown Syracuse. Pelting rains, lightning and temperatures in the 40s failed to scuttle the optimistic venture, which saw 11 intrepid vendors pop their canopies, open shop and ride …read more.

WARSAW —  Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a Coffee and Canvas program at 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 11. This event is a great choice for girls’ night out or date night. Create a canvas masterpiece while you sip your choice of hot beverage at the Center Lake Pavilion. $15 Registration fee includes all …read more.

WARSAW —  Parks Superintendent Larry Plummer started off the Warsaw Parks & Recreation Board meeting Tuesday, April 17, by sharing results of a 2017 campground report. Plummer received a letter from Jill Boggs at the Kosciusko County Convention & Visitors Bureau regarding a project that involved measuring the economic impact of campgrounds.  “Our involvement, of …read more.

WARSAW — At the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Board meeting Tuesday, March 20, Warsaw Parks Superintendent Larry Plummer informed board members that the Tony Elliott memorial marker will be installed at Funk Park next month. According to Plummer, Donald C. Davidson, historian of the Indianapolis 500, will be the guest speaker at the Warsaw Rotary …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host the following events in March: Coffee and Canvas This will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, March 9. It is a great choice for girls’ night out or date night. Create a canvas masterpiece while you sip your choice of hot beverage at the …read more.

WARSAW—Business was booming at the Feb. 16 Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety meeting. Citizens who want to attend these meetings but are busy themselves will now have the opportunity to watch them via video livestream. The board approved an agreement with BoxCast, a video streaming service that will offer a livestream of the …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a Coffee & Canvas program at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 12. This is a great choice for girls’ night out or date night. Create a canvas masterpiece while you sip your choice of hot beverage at the Center Lake Pavilion. The event is for anyone age …read more.

  WARSAW —  Kosciusko County Relay for Life Event Leadership Team member Brian Spangle, Leesburg, and American Cancer Society Lakeshore Division Community Development Manager Wendy Mang attended the Warsaw Parks & Recreation board meeting Tuesday, Nov. 21, to make a request regarding the 2018 Kosciusko County Relay for Life event in Warsaw. After informing board …read more.

WARSAW — The focal point of the Warsaw Parks & Recreation board meeting held Tuesday, Oct. 17, was the review and adjustment of rates for local park facilities and rentals. Warsaw Park & Recreation Supervisor Larry Plummer informed board members that rates for some rental facilities had not been updated since 2003, while others had …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is proud to present Fall Family Fun, a free event for the entire family from 6 to 8 p.m. tonight, Oct. 13, in Lucerne Park on Pike lake. Everyone will enjoy live farm animals, hayrides, a live bat and educational display, library stories, crafts, a pumpkin carving …read more.

WARSAW —  At the Warsaw Parks & Recreation board meeting held Tuesday, Sept. 19, new board member Jill Beehler was sworn in by Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer. Beehler will serve as the Warsaw Library representative and is filling the spot formerly held by Rick Paczkowski. Warsaw resident Steve Lockridge approached board members with a request …read more.