Newsletter Date: February 11, 2016    |    Newsletter Issue 312


2016 State of the City Address

Mayor Henry highlights how Fort Wayne is moving in the right direction.  Highlights included successes in Riverfront and Downtown development, job growth and economic development, public safety, and investments in neighborhood infrastructure projects.



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Tolon Takes Focus
Prepares for Opening


At 11 a.m. on February 18, Tolon will open its doors at 614 S. Harrison St. The restaurant will have a farm-to-fork focus, sourcing many of its ingredients from Indiana and Midwest producers. Reservations recommended.

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Cirque D'Or
 Embassy Theatre



With an array of the world's greatest acrobatics, contortionists, aerial artists, jugglers and entertainers, Cirque D'Or has entertained fans around the world for 10 years! Don't miss this performance on February 16 and 17!

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Millennial Photo Contest


The Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership, through its Millennial Leaders Alliance, is launching a Winter Whereabouts Instagram photo contest.

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Warming Stations
Downtown Locations


Local social service agencies and the City of Fort Wayne announced that the community's winter weather contingency plan will be activated for the third time this winter season.

Valentine's Day Cookies
Vanilla Bean Special


Valentine's Day Cookie Special! Until 2/14 they are offering a dozen assorted Vanilla Bean cookies for only $22! Cookies will be pre-packaged, assorted by VB, and wrapped.
Cupid's Chocolate Chase 
Parkview Field



Introducing the inaugural Cupid's Chocolate Chase 5k Race and the Mocha Mile 1 mile run/walk. This event will be held Valentine's Day weekend on Saturday, February 13 at Parkview Field.

Art by Alexandra Hall
The City Exchange


Art by Alexandra Hall is opening a gallery in The City Exchange on February 13.

Axis Dance Company
Arts United Center


Experience a powerful performance from world-acclaimed dance troupe on FOX's So You Think You Can Dance, featuring dancers with and without disabilities as AXIS Dance Company takes the stage on March 12.

Program Kickoff


Don't miss out on this opportunity for free tax preparation from January to the middle of April every year.



Downtown Gateway Feature

The Legendary Trainhoppers 'Family Tree'
Release Show w/ Metavari 
 
The Phoenix



$12.50 tickets include a CD copy or download card, and admission to the show.
$20/couple tickets include one CD or download card, and two admissions.
All tickets include admission to The Brass Rail for the after-party.

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