Experience the Magic of the Old Fashioned Christmas! 

Are you looking for a unique, fun-filled family activity to kick off the holiday season? Look no further than Chautauqua Wawasee’s Old-Fashioned Christmas! This beloved annual event in Syracuse is back and bigger than ever in 2024, offering even more family-friendly activities.

Highlights of the Celebration

• Meet Santa and His Reindeer: Kids can enjoy a special moment with Santa and even pet his live reindeer!

• Live Nativity: Experience the true meaning of Christmas with our live nativity scene.

• Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides: Take a cozy ride through the festive grounds.

• Enjoy a special reading of “Twas the Night Before Christmas”: by one of Santa’s very own Elves!

• Big Tree Lighting: Witness the magical lighting of our 50-foot Christmas tree, a highlight of the evening.

• Reading of the Christmas Story: Join us at the historic Oakwood Chapel for a heartfelt reading of the Christmas story from the Bible, keeping Christ in Christmas.

• Christmas Photo Booth: Capture the perfect family moment with our festive photo booth, complete with props and your phone’s camera.

• Holiday Characters: Keep an eye out for Frosty, the Grinch, Rudolph, Buddy the Elf, the Toy Soldier, and the Gingerbread Man, who will be roaming the park for fun and photo opportunities.

• Fun Holiday Games for Kids: Keep the kiddos entertained with fun games!

Event Details

• When: November 30, 5:30 – 8:00 PM

  (Music starts at 5:30 PM- Activities start at 6 PM)

• Where: Oakwood Resort,(outdoor event, so dress for the weather)-702 E. Lake View Road, Syracuse, IN

• Cost: Free and open to the public!

Join us for an evening filled with joy, laughter, and holiday spirit! For updates and more details, check our Facebook page HERE. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Note: We hope for a bit of snow to enhance the festive atmosphere, but in case of severe weather, please check our Facebook page for updates.

*Note: This event is not a WPOA event. It is put on by Chautauqua Wawasee. Please visit their website or facebook page for more info. https://www.chautauquawawasee.org/

Syracuse Wawasee Trails is having their 20th Anniversary event! Funds raised will help maintain the current trailways, and create expansion opportunities.

For more information and to get tickets, please click the link below: https://www.syracusewawaseetrails.com/20th-anniversary-event/

Please Join us aboard the S.S. Lillypad II for an evening cruise! Arrive at the Frog Tavern out back around 6:15 for check-in. We will board the Lillypad around 6:30 and will have a cash bar for cocktails with dinner being served around 7pm. The WPOA President, Kay Young will make a short speech, with The Chief Award being announced. We will also have a raffle drawing for some WPOA merchandise.

Cost is $30 - Reservations must be received by August 9th.

Please call with any questions 574-457-7172

We wanted to share with you an exciting opportunity in the Lake Wawasee area this summer!

If you use cruise control in your car or your boat, you probably never would have guessed that it was invented by a blind engineer! The inventor, Ralph Teetor, owned cottages on Lake Wawasee and had several other relatives who also owned property on the lake. In fact, Ralph’s family has owned the property on Waco Drive for over 100 years!

 A free showing of the new documentary, Blind Logic, will be at the Pickwick Theatre in Syracuse on Tuesday, July 23rd at 6:30pm with doors opening at 6:00pm. A freewill donation will benefit the Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum.

 In the documentary, narrator, Mike Rowe, tells the incredible story of Ralph Teetor and his perseverance, ingenuity, and determination in overcoming his blindness to pursue improvements for the safety and efficiency in both cars and boats. Actor Jeff Daniels brings him to life. The movie even includes some footage of Lake Wawasee.

 This will be an opportunity that you will not want to miss!

The following copy is approved for use by the Teetor family and used with permission from Wawasee Boat Company.

For more information: https://www.tourdeslakes.com/

Rock the Dock - July 13th - 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Lake Wawasee

Rock the Dock, hosted by Classic Hits 107.3 WRSW, will be bringing the party and live music to six local sandbars this summer with music from Beez and the Rocker, including this ALL NEW original "Rockin' the Dock" theme song!! (Take a listen below)

https://fb.watch/sNAeTvd0zz/

The Party Pontoon will be docked at the sandbar between 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., featuring live music by “Beez and the Rocker.” Join us for music, fun, prizes, and live entertainment on the following dates and locations:

• Saturday, July 13th – Lake Wawasee

This event is sponsored by The RGroup Real Estate, Keller Williams Thrive.

Lake Wawasee 2024 Fireworks: Saturday, July 6th at 10:15 pm

Greetings neighbors,

Are you ready for the most spectacular Independence Day celebration in our community's history? I know I am! This year's fireworks show on Lake Wawasee promises to be an event you won't want to miss.

But here's the thing, we need your help to make it happen. The WPOA non-profit fireworks fund relies solely on your donations to bring this incredible display to life. Every dollar counts, and your generosity can help us make this year's celebration of life and liberty unforgettable.

Did you know that your annual donations fund the Fourth of July fireworks on Lake Wawasee? That's right; we rely on the support of our community to bring this incredible event to life. The average fireworks donation is $141, but any amount is greatly appreciated. And the best part? All donations are 100% tax-deductible.

So, please consider making a donation today to help us light up the night sky and celebrate our nation's independence in style. Simply click here to donate!

DATE: Saturday, July 6th, 2024
TIME: 10:15 PM EDT
LOCATION: On the water, at the center of beautiful Lake Wawasee
SYNCHRONIZED MUSIC: Willie 103.5 FM

Thank you to everyone who has already donated, and a big thanks in advance to those who are yet to contribute. Let's make this year's celebration one for the books!

Cheers,

Christopher Campbell, pier 340-E
WPOA Fireworks Chair
chris@wawaseefireworks.com

The Wawasee Flotilla will be celebrating its 63rd lake parade this 4th of July weekend and the theme is “Family Game Night”. Whether you are sinking someone’s Battleship or getting a Ticket to Ride, we invite you to gather your family, friends and neighbors to create some Family Game Night fun for the parade.

The Wawasee Flotilla Parade will be on Saturday, July 6th @ 1:30 PM, starting on the East Shore in front of Natti Crow Beach moving counterclockwise around the lake.

You need to register to be eligible for an award/prize (no charge). Registration forms will be available at local retailers, Team Tuttle Mortgage, LLC, or you can call 574.457.3775 or email hollytuttle@yahoo.com.

Flotilla Info Link: https://wawaseeflotilla.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2024-flotilla-flyer-registration-1-scaled.jpg

Flotilla Merchandise: flotilla.sgpromostore.com

Road Race Registration: 47th Annual Road Race Registration

Syracuse Lake Fireworks
Wednesday, July 4, 2018
Lakeside Park 

Take a seat at Lakeside Park and enjoy a beautiful firework display over Syracuse Lake! Attendees will also be able to enjoy food trucks and a live performance by the Lake Area Community Band at 7:00pm. The fireworks are sponsored by the Syracuse Lake Association. The Lake Wawasee Fireworks are scheduled for Saturday, July 7, 2018.

Come join us for the 47th Running of the Flotilla Road Race on Thursday, July 4, 2024.

The cost of the race is $25 for those who pre-register and $30 for those who register the day of. Every runner who pre-registers will receive a t-shirt and a goodie bag; however, you must pre-register by June 27, 2024 to be guaranteed a shirt. There will day-of bags and t-shirts while supplies last. Day of Registration will absolutely close by 7:45am to ensure the race begins on time at 8am. 

Awards will be given for both races. 

Race Day Agenda:

• 7:00am - Check In and Day-Of Registration Opens

• 7:45am - Day of Registration Closes

• 8:00am - All races start

• 9:15am - Awards Ceremony for 3.3M (8.0M Awards to follow). 

Questions?

• Contact Brian Shepherd at 260-894-4638 (Call or Text).

  https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/Syracuse/46thAnnualFlotillaRunningRaces

Don’t miss the annual Patriotic Pops concert, featuring the Fort Wayne Philharmonic on Sunday, June 30th. This incredible outdoor event will take place on the Oakwood Resort lawn and is overflowing with the American Spirit!

For more info: https://www.chautauquawawasee.org/events/patriotic-pops-concert-2024/

For more info: https://www.chautauquawawasee.org/events/pawasee-dog-parade/