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June to-do list . . . Would you like to submit an event to be considered for glo’s To-Do List? Our deadline is the 6th of the month prior to publication. E-mail us your event 40 words or less to: rbalogh@the-papers.com. Please type ‘To-Do List’ in the subject line. Or you may mail info to glo, P.O. Box 188, Milford, IN 46542.
By Ray Balogh
2,9,16,23,30 | Thursday | Lunch on the Square
Lunch on the Square is back and better than ever for the 14th season in Downtown Fort Wayne! Take a break from the office or bring the family down to enjoy lunch at Freimann Square every Thursday, from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., in June, July, and August. Enjoy a variety of unique foods and experience the summer heat with live music during one of Fort Wayne’s favorite lunch and entertainment series. Free admission. downtownfortwayne.com/lots2022/
3,10,17,24 | Friday | Downtown Live
Nearly 100 indoor vendors, hot food available. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. (year-round), Riverside Center, 231 E. Monroe St. (Highway 224 East), Decatur. Contact Carla at 260.517.8182, decaturcoinshow.com, facebook.com/decaturindianafleamarket.
5 | Sunday |
Germanfest Mass
German language church service with choral and instrumental accompaniment, followed immediately by a reception of German-style refreshments. Free admission. 11 a.m.-noon, St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 518 E. DeWald St., Fort Wayne. fortwaynemaennerchor.us.
5 | Sunday |
Maennerchor/Damenchor Konzert & Heimatabend
Each Friday night this summer from 6-8 p.m., you can enjoy music as you dine and stroll through The Landing in Downtown Fort Wayne. In addition, many downtown businesses will participate with deals and special events. Free admission. downtownfortwayne.com/events/dtfw-live/
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“Little River Ramblers”
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Festive block party atmosphere with food, nonprofit and business vendors; live entertainment. Free admission. 5 p.m.-9 p.m., downtown Warsaw. 574.267.6311, warsawcdc.org/first-friday.
4 | Saturday |
Williams Woodland Park PorchFest
A dozen stages of live music, artists at work, storytellers, kids’ games, food trucks and more, featuring the porches of historic Williams Woodland neighborhood. 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Admission: $10 adults, $5 6-17, 5 and under free. williamswoodlandpark.com
4 | Saturday |
Fish and Tenderloin Fry
Fundraiser to support building and grounds upkeep. $12/adults, $6/children 5-12, free for children under 5. 4:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m., Bethany Lutheran Church, 2435 Engle Road, Fort Wayne. 260.747.0713, bethanylc.org.
4-5 | Saturday-Sunday | Arab Fest
Join us for Arab Fest 2022 and celebrate Arab Culture. This year we will feature music, camel rides, a market with vendors, characters, dancing, and food. Headwaters Park Pavilions. Saturday 12:00 PM to 07:00 PM; Sunday 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Free Admission. facebook.com/ArabFestFW/
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Decatur Coin Show and Marketplace
German beverages, live entertainment, German food. $12/person. 5 p.m. concert, 6 p.m.-7 p.m. dinner, Park Edelweiss Reception Hall, 3355 Elmhurst Drive, Fort Wayne. fortwaynemaennerchor.us.
First Friday: “Warsaw’s Got Talent”
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5 | Sunday |
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7,14,21,28 | Tuesday | Hike and explore the interesting plants and wildlife of Eagle Marsh. Dress for weather, boots recommended. Bring binoculars for a close-up view. Free admission. 9 a.m.-11 a.m., meet at Eagle Marsh West Entrance by the Boy Scout office, 5000 Smith Road, Fort Wayne. 260.478.2515, info@lrwp.org, lrwp.org/events
8-12 | Wednesday-Sunday | Germanfest
The 40th Anniversary celebration of Germanfest will begin with a parade, including the ceremonial first keg through downtown Fort Wayne on Wednesday June 8 at 5:00 P.M. Admission: 2-5pm $2; After 5pm $5 Children under 14 admitted free with guardian, all military personnel admitted free w/ ID. germanfest.org
10 | Friday |
Sculpture Tour Unveiling
Sculpture tour in its 11th year brings artists from around the United States. Free admission. 8 a.m.3:30 p.m., Plein Air Paint Out; 2 p.m.-3 p.m., children’s activities, meet the artists; 5 p.m.-8 p.m., food, wine, beer; 6 p.m., sculpture unveiling tour, citywide Decatur. decatursculpturetour.com.
11-12 | Saturday-Sunday | Sidewalk Sale
Homespun House’s 6th anniversary sale. Free admission. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, noon-4 p.m. Sunday, 112 S. First St., Pierceton. 574.594.2774.
11-12 | Saturday-Sunday
Siege of Fort Wayne 1812 Reenactment
Reenactors from across the country will recreate the pivotal Siege of Fort Wayne battle during the War of 1812. Includes musket and cannon demonstrations, period artisans, children’s activities. Free admission, donations appreciated. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, The Old Fort, 1201 Spy Run Ave., Fort Wayne. 260.437.2836, oldfortwayne.org.
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Community Band Concert
Free concert featuring 90-member Fort Wayne Are Community Band ensemble. Program includes “New American Folk Rhapsody,” “Basses on the Roof,” “Defying Gravity,” “1812 Overture,” “Rainbows,” “Red Giant,” “Sabre and Spurs March,” “Under the Double Eagle March,” “The Whistler and His Dog.” Contact Rod King at 260.493.3318 or coknoll75@ yahoo.com.
16-19 | Thursday-Sunday | 25th Annual BBQ Ribfest
The 25th annual Ribfest is four days of unbelievably delicious, mouth-watering BBQ served up by National Award Winning BBQ teams from across the country. This year’s event starts on Thursday June 16th at 11:30 AM and ends on Sunday June 19th at 9:30PM. Each year upwards of 40,000 ribfeasters descend on Headwaters Park in downtown Ft. Wayne where over twenty-five tons of incredible BBQ is consumed during Ft. Wayne’s favorite summer festival. Brisket, ribs, pulled pork, rib sandwiches, bbq chicken, and so much more. $6 adults, $3 kids 8-17, Dads free. bbqribfest.com
23-26 | Thursday-Sunday | Greekfest
22nd Greek Festival at Headwaters Park, enjoy dancing, music, desserts, and delicious food. Daily, 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Admission: 11-4 Free; 4-10 5. fortwaynegreekfestival.org
