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Newsletter Date: November 25, 2016 | Newsletter Issue 353
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Holly Trolley Shopping
Small Business Saturday, November 26 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Park, shop, and ride our free trollies for an exciting shopping experience through Downtown Fort Wayne, West Main Shops, and the Wells Street Corridor! The trollies will visit several unique venues stopping at each on their route. Come out early; the first 200 people at the Transfer Station will receive a keepsake Holly Trolley Shopping gift tote!
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Holiday Window Contest
Vote Now Online
The Downtown Improvement District is excited to announce that the Downtown Holiday Window Decorating Contest is back for its second year! This year's theme is "Joy To The World". Vote for your favorite display now!
Click here for more info!
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Enjoy Last Saturdays, too!
This month's Last Saturdays kicks off Citilink's free fare Saturdays! Ride any Citilink route on Saturdays from Thanksgiving to Christmas for free! Nov. 26, Dec. 3, Dec. 10, Dec. 17, and Dec. 24 will be fare free Saturdays. Saturday service runs every hour from 7:45 a.m. - 6:15 p.m. View the long list of things to do on November 26!
Click here for Citilink info!
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Indiana Artisan
Holiday Marketplace
On Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 26 and 27, the Indiana Artisan Holiday Marketplace presents one-of-a-kind artwork and artisan foods, encouraging guests to sample chocolates, cheeses, candies, noodles, wines and more, in addition to meeting visual artists recognized for being at the height of their craft.
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New 'Boutique' Hotel
Vera Bradley Downtown
The co-founder of Vera Bradley is teaming up with an Oregon company to develop a boutique hotel in Downtown Fort Wayne.
Click here for more info!
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New Blog Post
The Yummi Bunni had their official grand opening during Night of Lights on Wednesday, November 23. Read the full interview with owner Makenna Click below and make sure to visit them at 123 W. Main Street!
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I&M held a re-opening ceremony for the plaza in front of its towering Indiana Michigan Power Center. Representatives from I&M, the City of Fort Wayne, and from the Downtown Improvement District, as well as several food trucks were there.
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Festival of Gingerbread
The History Center
The Festival of Gingerbread attracts crowds who come to view the creations of individuals of all ages, families and professionals. Over 100 creations made of edible materials by persons ranging in age from pre-schoolers to adults including professional chefs are featured.
Click here for more info!
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TheHanger Boutique
New Blog Post
TheHanger Boutique is one of many shops that will be open this Saturday during Holly Trolley Shopping. Located on the second floor of longtime favorite, House Of Furniture, you can find them at 537 W. Jefferson Blvd. with free parking available next to the shop.
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HolidayFest 2016
Continues into December
Whether keeping or starting a holiday tradition, join us for HolidayFest in beautiful Downtown Fort Wayne. HolidayFest continues through the end of the year with performances, festivals, art events, Holly Trolley Shopping, and much more.
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Downtown Gateway Feature
Play in the Fort
By Visit Fort Wayne
Whether you live, work, or own a business in Northeast Indiana
(or if you're just visiting for the first time) you're invited to Play in the Fort!
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