Howard Park

Watercolor for Beginners
2026-02-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-04 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-28 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-21 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-31 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-24 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) and 4 more dates | Howard Park Event Center, 219 S St. Louis Boulevard, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
Starting Wednesday, June 4 2025.
Schedule:
Wednesdays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM,
From June 4, 2025 until August 20, 2025,

Location: Farmer Room | 219 South Saint Louis Boulevard, South Bend, IN, 46617
Description:
The 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.
Registration:
$5/class $30/session
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Mommy & Me Movements
2026-02-10 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-02-03 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-01-27 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-01-20 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-01-13 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-01-06 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-12-30 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-12-23 10:00 - 10:30 and 4 more dates | Howard Park Event Center, 219 S St. Louis Boulevard, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
The perfect class for you and your little!

Moms with little one’s ages Newborn to 3 years old, bring your little ones out to our new and exciting Mommy and Me Healthy Movement Class!

During this stage of Motherhood, it is important to keep your little one mobile and active, incorporating movement for newborns and toddlers alike! In this 30-minute fitness and movement class, you will experience a strengthening bond through shared activities with your little one, while making meaningful connections in your community.

Raising little ones takes a village, help your little one learn new skills while maintaining overall physical wellness for Mommy and Little Ones. Together we can find joy in movement, in a fun-loving and nurturing environment.

*No equipment needed

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Zumba with Carlitos
2025-12-18 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-12-11 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-12-04 18:30 - 19:30 | Howard Park Event Center, 219 S St. Louis Boulevard, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
Spreading Joy With Carlitos! is high-energy, upbeat, a great way to burn calories, improve cardiovascular health, and have a great time that will leave you feeling energized. Make sure to bring a towel and a full water bottle.
You’ll sweat a lot, so rehydrating throughout the class is very important. Wear something breathable and moveable. Classes are indoors at Howard Park but we also just added 2 months of outdoor sessions on Tuesdays at Seitz Park. Look on Amilia to sign up!
$5 drop-in fee and $30 per 12 class session.
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Garden Club
2025-11-25 17:30 - 18:30 | Howard Park, 219 S St Louis Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
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 in this unique series.

Discussion topics:Native vs. invasive plantsWater gardensSeasonal maintenance.

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FREE and open to the public to attend!

Schedule:August 26- Charles Black Center – Fall Planting
Sept 23- at Howard Park
October 28- at Howard Park
November 25- at Rum Village

Watercolor with Cheryl
2025-11-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Howard Park Event Center, 219 S St. Louis Boulevard, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
Not your typical Watercolor Class.
Discover your artistic side with Cheryl who teaches this intermediate level watercolor class this fall. As you follow along with the session course you will see holiday themed pieces and make something magical to take home this winter.

Literary Lounge
2025-11-23 15:00 - 17:00 | Howard Park Event Center, 219 S St. Louis Boulevard, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
📚✨ Join the Howard Park Literary Lounge this fall as we dive into The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett — a powerful novel about identity, race, and the paths we choose.
🗓 Sundays | 3-5 PM
📍 Oct 5 – Nov 23 | Howard Park
💵 $45 (includes book, bookmark & refreshments!)
💬 Each week we’ll chat about chapters, read aloud, and connect with fellow book lovers.
🌟 Don’t miss out on this warm, welcoming literary experience!
📥 Register now! https://app.amilia.com/store/en/sbvpa/api/Activity/Detail?activityId=kX6AZJO
