Fort Wayne's Downtown Improvement District Weekly Newsletter
Newsletter Date: May 23, 2019 - Newsletter Issue 482

Hamburg-Based Artist to
Paint New Mural Downtown
 
 
The Art This Way program announces artist 1010 to install a mural in Downtown Fort Wayne, IN! 1010 is an internationally recognized muralist from Hamburg, Germany. His works can be found around the world in Berlin, Paris, Madrid, Warsaw, Detroit and more!



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Music on Fridays in May
Trinity English Lutheran Church

Don't miss Fridays in May! Admission is free. Each Friday program is followed by lunch with a sandwich ($2) in Wagenhals Hall.
 
Ticket to Ride
Citilink

To play on the Beatle's song 'Ticket to Ride', they are encouraging Citilink riders to share your support by posting your ride on social media. Hop on board! Enter for a chance to win two tickets to the sold out Paul McCartney concert.

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Fort Wayne's Road to Fitness
Fort4Fitness

Fort4Fitness started like many nonprofits do, as a grassroots, volunteer-led organization, says Satin Lemon the organization's current Executive Director. Lemon attributes Fort4Fitness's growth in scope and scale of the programming to having the right people at the table.
 
Germanfest 2019
Headwaters Park

They will be at Headwaters Park in Downtown Fort Wayne for their 38th annual week-long celebration of German heritage and Essen, Trinken, und Gemütlichkeit (eating, drinking, and having a really good time.)
 
 
Ribfest 2019
Opening Day is June 15

Four days of Blues, Brews, and BBQ showcasing a dozen live performances from some of the greatest blues bands you'll hear anywhere else this side of the Mississippi. Nine vendors will prepare over 20 tons of BBQ over four days for the chance to be the 2019 RibFest Grand Master Champion.
 
Tacos, Tequila & Margarita Fest
Headwaters Park

Stop down for the 2nd annual Tacos, Tequila & Margarita Fest at Headwaters Park on Saturday, June 22. Advance ticket purchase gets you five drink tickets that can be used for your first margarita!
 
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Bees and Brew
The Conservatory
 
Mark your calendars for the Fort Wayne celebration of National Pollinator Week, Bees & Brew at the Conservatory. This social event is perfect for date night with your bee-loved one, or to just have unique experience with a group of friends.

Summer Glow Zumba Party
Fort Wayne Dance Collective

Summer is just around the corner! Fort Wayne Dance Collective wants to celebrate by giving your bodies and souls the attention they need.
 
Free Yoga Instruction
PranaYoga at YLNI Farmer's Market

PranaYoga Institute of Yoga and Holistic Health will be hosting free yoga instructions at the YLNI Farmer's Market!
 
Downtown 360° Tour
Enjoy our Virtual Tour!

Through numerous aerial, business and street level views; the Downtown 360 virtual tour connects retail and restaurant locations, as well as cultural and parking information into an easy to navigate and visually stunning super tour that will allow you to explore and plan your next visit to Downtown from virtually anywhere!

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Downtown Gateway Feature

Chilly Addams Live
Pedal City

Enjoy live music from Chilly Addams and great drink specials on Pedal City's patio on Saturday, May 25.
 
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