Events

Friday Night Hoops
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. The goal of Friday Night Hoops is to provide middle school boys and girls with a fun and supportive enviorment to improve their basketball skills, build friendships, and recive mentorship. This program aims to inspire personal growth, resiliance, and confidance by teaching core values that […]

Watercolor Class
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Discover the art of watercolor painting at Rum Village Nature Center! All materials will be supplied for you. The class fee is $20 per person, which should be paid directly to the instructor at the beginning of the class. Join Roy and Peggy Hruska as […]

VPA Garden Club- Fall and Winter
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Ages: 18+ Join us the last Tuesday of each month at the location listed at 5-6:30pm as we discuss gardening, native and invasive plants, and walk the gardens throughout the city.

VPA Garden Club- Spring and Summer
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Ages: 18+ Your questions about horticulture answered! Every 4th Tuesday this spring and summer, join horticulturist, Mary Wojcik, and other VPA Facility & Grounds staff to jump head first into all things plants. Explore plant care, South Bend's parks and green spaces, and learn together […]

Watercolor for Beginners
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Ages: 18+ Instructor is passionate about watercolor paintings. We all have to start with the basics, she will teach you about paint, brush control, paper, techniques,and so much more. We will be painting projects similar to American Folk Art.

Rafting Day Pass
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Enjoy white water rafting in the heart of downtown South Bend! The East Race Waterway is the first man-made white water rafting course in North America. Since opening in 1984, it has provided water enthusiasts and thrill seekers alike. Every steep drop and rush of water are […]

Kayak Day Pass
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Enjoy white water kayaking in the heart of downtown South Bend! The East Race Waterway is the first man-made white water rafting course in North America. Since opening in 1984, it has provided water enthusiasts and thrill seekers alike. Passes are per person and cannot be […]

Three Ride Pass
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. One pass is good for three rides! Enjoy white water rafting in the heart of downtown South Bend! The East Race Waterway is the first man-made white water rafting course in North America. Since opening in 1984, it has provided water enthusiasts and thrill seekers alike. Every steep […]

Two Ride Pass
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. One pass is good for two rides! Enjoy white water rafting in the heart of downtown South Bend! The East Race Waterway is the first man-made white water rafting course in North America. Since opening in 1984, it has provided water enthusiasts and thrill seekers alike. Every […]

Single Ride Pass
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Enjoy white water rafting in the heart of downtown South Bend! The East Race Waterway is the first man-made white water rafting course in North America. Since opening in 1984, it has provided water enthusiasts and thrill seekers alike. Passes are per person and cannot be shared. […]

Aqua Aerobics-Summer 2025
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Enjoy the healthful benefits of water! You do not need to know how to swim to enjoy these classes. These classes are taught by experienced instructors, benefit the participant’s cardiovascular system and provide an overall feeling of well-being. Water adds resistance to the exercise routine […]

Made Lounge
Spots are still available! Click “Register Here” to sign up. Ages: 12-18 Join us for an empowering event designed to give students a safe, welcoming space to express themselves and connect with peers from across the community. This gathering encourages the sharing of values, experiences, and perspectives while offering access to valuable resources that support […]