Senior Games 32nd anniversary celebrated
Mayor Tom Henry and Director of Parks and Recreation Al Moll kicked off the 32nd Northeast Indiana Senior Games today with the ceremonial lighting of the torch at the Community Center.
“Staying active throughout one's lifetime is critical to healthy living, and the Senior Games give folks 50 years and over a great opportunity to 'Get in the Games'!” said Mayor Tom Henry. “Fort Wayne's park department continues to be a leader in the state as it encourages and nurtures an active lifestyle for all ages ' especially older adults.”
The Senior Games were created in 1978 to promote the benefits of remaining active and physically fit, and to encourage all adults over 50 to adopt a healthy, enjoyable lifestyle. Styled after the Olympics, the games offer competition in more than 20 physically and mentally challenging events. Pickleball and Corn Hole are offered this year for the first time. Seniors can test their talent and skill, while enjoying good company and making new friends. The various Senior Game events have been scheduled over a three week period, June 1 ' 18.
“Fort Wayne is an outstanding place to live for many reasons, but one important factor is our active and involved adult population ' exhibited by the wonderful participants of the senior games here today!” said Director Moll. “The participants will tell you that skill level and ability doesn't matter. This is a great time to try a new sport and make some friends.”
Participants and individual event winners will be recognized at an awards banquet on Thursday, June 18, 6pm at the Community Center on Main Street. Awards include door prizes and $10 gift cards for event winners.
It's not too late to join the fun! For more information regarding times and locations of events, please call the Community Center at 427-6460 or visit www.fortwayneparks.org.