May 2018
Glow in the Park w/ OSO’s 2nd Street Big Band
The Owensboro Symphony Orchestra's 2nd Street Big Band is coming to Wendell Foster's Sensory Park for the Big Band Glow in the Park Party. Held on May 19th, this outdoor concert will begin with picnicking in the park at 6:30 with food and drinks available for purchase. The 2nd St Big Band will play instrumental and vocal hits from the 20’s, 30’s, 40’s and 50’s that are sure to keep your toes taping throughout the night. There will be plenty of excitement and…
Find out more »June 2018
Inaugural WF 5K
Join us for the inaugural Wendell Foster 5K competitive road race! The race will be an official timed event starting at Wendell Foster and traveling around the beautiful streets of downtown Owensboro. Athletes will compete for cash awards and nice age group medals. Runners, walkers and running strollers for people with different abilities are all welcome to compete. Presented by: Robert S. Gleason Gold Sponsors: WBKR 92.5 The Country Station (Media Sponsor) Legends Hilliard Lyons Settle Wealth Advisors State Farm:…
Find out more »Family SEEDS Epic Water Balloon Battle
Join Spidey, Captain, and Wonder Woman for water balloon and super hero fun at Wendell Foster’s Sensory Park!This event is open to individuals with disabilities of all ages and their immediate families.Burgers, hot dogs, chips, and drinks will be provided.Please RSVP to Cindy Huston at [email protected]
Find out more »May 2019
October 2019
Bluegrass Gospel Concert
Pack up your lawn chair and join us for a great evening of Bluegrass and Gospel music featuring The River City Strings with Randy Lanham and Center Street Baptist Church Praise Team. It will be a great night of bluegrass and good ole gospel you won't want to miss.Follow the Bluegrass & Gospel Concert on FacebookPark opens at 5:30pmConcert begins at 6:00pmFood trucksActivities include:Face paintingGlow SticksTattoosBalloon AnimalsElite Air Tickets Give-A-WayIntermission: Special performance from WF Praise BandThe Bluegrass Gospel Concert is…
Find out more »April 2022
Wendell Foster Yard Sale
OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY! Wendell Foster is hosting a yard sale in their Sensory Park on Friday, April 29th from 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM. All proceeds from the yard sale go towards our Christmas Fund to buy presents for our residents. Community members are welcome to drop off items at Wendell Foster's Young Building on April 27th from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM, or April 28th from 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM. All items are welcome EXCEPT FOR clothes and shoes.
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