Newsletter Date: February 4, 2016    |    Newsletter Issue 311


New Life for The Landing

The Landing, a one-block historic stretch of downtown Fort Wayne, will undergo a mixed-use transformation estimated at $20 million. The result will be restaurants, retailers and residential options designed to attract young urban dwellers.



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Now Open: Freshii
The Harrison


Freshii is officially open at The Harrison at 301 W. Jefferson Blvd. Bringing a fresh and nutritious option to a global chain is a new perk here in Downtown Fort Wayne.

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Celebrating Success
 Downtown Improvement District



Some of the DID projects that were successes in 2015 include Lunch on the Plaza which draws hundreds of people to Downtown every Thursday during the summer, Fright Night, and the Small Business Saturday Holly Trolley.

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Freimann Square


Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 20! Weather the Fort is coming to Downtown Fort Wayne at Freimann Square for a full day of fun.

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Art by Alexandra Hall
The City Exchange


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

Red Dress Dash
American Heart Association


TThe American Heart Association (AHA) will host the second Red Dress Dash in downtown Fort Wayne on Saturday, February 6.
 
Program Kickoff


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


Home Schedule Released
Fort Wayne TinCaps


The Fort Wayne TinCaps have released the 70-game home schedule at Parkview Field for the 2016 season. Opening night is April 9 against the Lake County Captains. 
The schedule includes 32 fireworks nights, more than 20 theme nights, and 11 performances from national entertainers.
New Boundaries
Downtown Improvement District


The District now includes 99 blocks in Downtown Fort Wayne. We appreciated the support of our District, when in 2015, over 70% of the property tax paying ownership entities signed a petition to continue the Downtown Improvement District for another 10 years.

Last Month for Skating 
Headwaters Ice Rink



Grab your ice skates or rent some! It may be cold, but you can skate under the pavilion at the outdoor ice rink. Skate daily until the end of the season on February 29.


Downtown Gateway Feature

Sing, String, & Swing



Philmore "Sing, String, & Swing" event: APQ-harmonic, Summit City Brass, and Smooth Edge!

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