Newsletter Date: November 19, 2015    |    Newsletter Issue 300


HolidayFest in Downtown Fort Wayne


HolidayFest is back! We have three great reasons why 2015 is going to be one of our best seasons yet in Downtown Fort Wayne. That includes your Downtown Improvement District's Holiday Window Decorating Contest, Photos with Santa Claus, and Holly Trolley Shopping!


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Conservatory Connector
Plans Moving Forward



A walkway connecting The Conservatory to the Embassy Theatre and other Downtown attractions may be ready to transition from dream to reality, including a unique sculpture parks officials have called the "wild vine."


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Fort Wayne Escape Room
Schedule Your Adventure
 

Visit the Fort Wayne Escape Room at 327 E. Wayne Street, Suite 200. They are open Wednesday through Saturday. Contact them to set up your adventure and let the fun begin!

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Returning on November 28


Every month on the Last Saturday, Downtown Fort Wayne offers a wide variety of activities. This month will include Holly Trolley Shopping, shop small Saturday, and numerous holiday events in Downtown. There are events for every age and interest.
Festival of Trees
Embassy Theatre


"Warm Winter Wishes" is the theme for the 31st annual Festival of Trees at Embassy Theatre from November 25 to December 2. More than 55 beautifully decorated trees, Santa Land and the Animated Holiday windows will once again be a part of the festival with two new events being added for 2015!
Holiday Kick-Off Party
The Conservatory



Enjoy hot chocolate and a cookie, meet Mrs. Claus, and get a free professional-quality photo with Santa. You can also meet two live reindeer that know all about the North Pole. The gardens are decorated for the holidays, and you won't want to miss the animated light show outdoors. No reservations required. Regular Conservatory admission fees apply.


Festival of Gingerbread
History Center


One of Fort Wayne's biggest traditions is returning for the holidays to the History Center in Downtown Fort Wayne. Don't miss these hand-crafted masterpieces from local talent, and enjoy this family-friendly event.
Vanilla Bean Cookies
Open Monday - Friday



Located at 701 S. Clinton Street, Vanilla Bean Unique Cookies is now located in Downtown Fort Wayne. With fresh baked cookies for sale, they are open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Cookies can also be purchased online at the link below.
More than 30 millennials scoured the streets of Downtown  Fort Wayne The Millennial Leaders Alliance (MLA)  and  the Mayor's Youth Engagement Council (MYEC)  came together for a scavenger hunt exploring the streets.
Photography Exhibit
Fort Wayne Museum of Art


The National: Best Contemporary Photography 2015 is a hybrid invitational and juried contemporary photography exhibition. It is pushing the boundaries of the medium with adventurous techniques and original subject matter at the FWMoA.

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Downtown Gateway Feature


Castle Gallery Special Event


Mark Paul Smith Book Signing
Friday, November 20th from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.

During the evening's book signing, Indiana artist Donna Shortt will
be giving an on-site painting demonstration as part of the celebration!
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