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Joshua Schipper

Joshua Schipper

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Dick Stoner holds the official poster by Phan Gear Prints for the Stoner’s Funstore 75th anniversary block party. The store began with his Dick Stoner’s father, Albert Stoner, in 1949.

Stoner’s throws party for 75th anniversary

Four generations of magicians have passed through the doors of Stoner’s Funstore since it opened on Harrison Street 75 years ago.  Colin Haines, the great-grandson of founder Albert Stoner, said […]
Stilt walkers will entertain throughout the day during BuskerFest on Saturday, May 18, in downtown Fort Wayne.

Here’s a tip: Check out BuskerFest on May 18

Remember the last time you watched an amazing, talented street performer playing the guitar and you threw some pocket change in his bucket? Now, add magic, jugglers, and a fiery […]
Tall Poppy String Band will be among the acts performing at April in The Garden.

String music fills the air at April in The Garden

Back-to-back folk music concerts are coming to the North Anthony Corridor on April 24-25. The brainchild of Sean Hoffman and Ellen Coplin, April in The Garden will feature two Nashville, Tennessee, […]
Purdue University Fort Wayne will pay homage to Indiana native Cole Porter with their production of Hot ‘n’ Cole at Williams Theatre, April 5-7.

PFW celebrates Cole Porter

Even if you have not heard the music of Cole Porter, the Purdue University Fort Wayne Department of Theatre has a fantastic show in store. Whether you’re a Porter enthusiast […]
Downtown Fort Wayne will bring the community together with live music, ice carvings, food and drink, and a fire performance at the ninth annual Weather the Fort on Saturday, Feb. 17.

Downtown nails landing with Weather the Fort

If you’re looking for an excuse to get out of the house this month — either with your kids or solo — look no further than The Landing in downtown Fort […]
There will be plenty of free outdoor activities to enjoy during Winterval on Saturday, Jan. 27.

Grab coat, hat to get out and enjoy Winterval

After the rush of the holiday season, frigid conditions and lack of sunlight can lead us to retreat from active community life and take shelter in our warm homes. This […]
Veteran racer Joe Liguori of Lebanon, Indiana, will be vying for his first Rumble in Fort Wayne victory Dec. 29-30 at Memorial Coliseum.

There’s going to be a Rumble at Coliseum

If you thought that a bit of cold weather or even the start of winter could stop the auto racing season, think again.  Spectators will have the chance to feel […]
Jonathan Lowden, left, and Landon Richey star in Fort Wayne Youtheatre's "A Charlie Brown Christmas."

Youtheatre brings beloved cartoon to life

“Isn’t there anyone who knows what Christmas is all about?”  Fort Wayne Youtheatre will be turning to the Peanuts gang to answer that question this holiday season during performances of […]
Embassy Theatre’s popular fundraising effort Festival of Trees returns Nov. 22-29.

Embassy’s Festival of Trees continues to grow

Festival of Trees returns to the hallowed halls of the historic Embassy Theatre beginning on the city’s annual Night of Lights on Wednesday, Nov. 22, and sticking around until Wednesday, Nov. […]