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Forest Park previews fall and winter events: Pink Panther walk, Pawtoberfest and holiday parade
Summary
Recreation and economic development staff previewed community events including the Pink Panther breast-cancer awareness walk (free; $5 shirts), Pawtoberfest (Oct. 25 pet parade), a Nov. 1 fall festival and a Dec. 6 holiday parade and tree lighting. Staff invited residents to participate and watch for event details.
Forest Park staff outlined a slate of fall and winter community events at the monthly meeting. Recreation Director Maxwell invited residents to the fourth annual Pink Panther breast-cancer awareness walk (walk begins at 10 a.m. after a 9 a.m. start; the route is just under 2 miles; T-shirts available for $5) and said the event is free to join.
Economic Development Director Dennis and Recreation Director Maxwell both promoted Pawtoberfest on Oct. 25 at the fountain on Main (a pet parade and vendors) and said a fall festival and ‘ultimate tailgate’ is planned for Nov. 1 at 11 a.m., with costume contests, live performances and fundraising activities. Maxwell also previewed a holiday 'extravaganza' and Christmas parade through downtown scheduled for Dec. 6, ending with a tree lighting at Star Park.
Dennis noted past participation levels — "Last year, we had about 20 dogs and their owners" in the pet parade — and said the city will soon circulate details about Small Business Saturday promotions and a tentative small-business awards breakfast on Dec. 5.
All dates and event details in this account were announced by city staff; no formal council votes or permit actions were recorded in the transcript.
