Special Events

Storybook Trail

Build literacy skills while walking! Storybook Trail is designed in partnership with the Goshen Public Library. The Storybook Trail is intended to combine the pleasures of reading with the benefits of walking together outdoors. The story begins on the south end of Rieth Interpretive Center at the arch on the trail connecting to the Classified Forest. Storybook Trail is open year around and is free of charge! For more information, contact Kim Stephens at 534-2901.

Story Time Funday Mondays:

Time: 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm

Location: Pringle Park

Dates: June 6,12,19 and 26

 

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Fidler Pond’s Fantastic Fishing Derby

Calling all fishers! Bring your families, fishing poles and bait to Fidler Pond
Park to join us for our annual Fantastic Fishing Derby. Awards will be given to participants ages 3–17 for the first fish caught, the smallest fish caught, the largest fish caught and whatever else we can think of to award! No fishing license is required for this event.
When: Saturday, June 3 from 10 am to 12:30 pm
Location: Fidler Pond Park, 1424 Lincolnway East
Fee: $3 per person
Ages: 3–17
Register: Now through June 2nd at Goshen Park Office, 524 East Jackson Street, or online
Contact: Zak Burnham at 574-537-3843 or email zachburnham@goshencity.com

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I Try Sailing
This nautical program is a free introductory sailing clinic for
youths ages 8–15. Come see what it takes to sail and discover
a new interest! This is a great introduction to our Sailing
Camp (below). I Try Sailing is being offered Wednesdays
June and July. The I Try Sailing clinics will meet at Fidler Pond Park, 1424 Lincolnway East, on Wednesday, from 10 am to noon. Students must be able to swim and if under 18 be accompanied by an adult. All equipment and materials are provided.

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Sailing Camp
This camp is focused on introducing youths ages 8–15 to the sport of sailing. The camp teaches a new skill base consisting of nautical terminology, parts of a sailboat, knot tying and teamwork. Plus, there is water sailing time. This camp empowers boys and girls to do great things on their own. The camp will offer students meaningful opportunities for building self-confidence and self-discovery while cultivating an appreciation of our natural resources. It brings young people to the outdoors, connecting them with
nature to measure wind speed and direction and to be aware of weather conditions. Camp meets at Fidler Pond Park, 1424 Lincolnway East. Preregistration is required by camp start date. Cost of the camp is $110. All equipment and materials are provided.
Ages 8–15: Monday to Friday, June 26-June 30
9 am–12 noon

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Touch-a-Truck

Date: Saturday August 26

Time: 10am - 12noon

Location: Shanklin Park

Description: First hour is sensory free time. This event provides a unique opportunity for children to explore vehicles of all types in one place. Vehicle types may include public service, emergency, utility, construction, and just plain cool! Children will be allowed to touch, climb on and ask questions about their favorite vehicles in a safe, supervised environment. Accompanying personnel will teach the children about the vehicles and how they benefit us and our community. This event is free for all ages.

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Letters to Santa

Drop your letters to Santa in the North Pole mailbox at the Goshen Public Library and Santa and his helpers will make sure you get a return letter sent right to your house! There is no postage necessary. Just be sure to include your full mailing address and print neatly! The mailbox will be located on the main floor in the library near the circulation desk from November 6 to December 8. 

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To view current programs and activities, please consult the 2023 Activity Guide. 

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