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Taste of the Arts edition

Taste of the Arts issue

Taste of the Arts, Katherine Blanford, Vibe Higher Fest, Trombone Shorty, Mic Strong, Sankofa

Aug. 18, 2022

Vol. 27, No. 3

Taste of the Arts issue

Taste of the Arts, Katherine Blanford, Vibe Higher Fest, Trombone Shorty, Mic Strong, Sankofa

Aug. 18, 2022

Vol. 27, No. 3

Articles


Petra headlines Campfire Music Festival at Buck Lake Ranch.

Quick Hit: Campfire Music Festival

Campfire Festival at the historic Buck Lake Ranch in Angola will honor Fort Wayne’s own Petra when the event takes place Aug. 19-21, with Petra taking the stage at 7:30 […]
The inaugural Sheridan Court Maker's Fest will be Aug. 21.

Quick Hit: Sheridan Court Maker’s Fest

Join the Brooklyn Pints Microcreamery and Kitsuné Moon at the Sheridan Court Maker’s Fest on Sunday, Aug. 28, to celebrate local artists and artisans from noon-6 p.m.  Gather at 719 […]
Headwaters Park will be the place to be for Wings Beer and Bourbon on Aug. 20.

Quick Hit: Wings, Beer, and Bourbon Fest

Headwaters Park is where you’ll want to be Saturday, Aug. 20, from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. in order to experience the Wings, Beer, and Bourbon Fest.  Stop in to try some […]
Katherine Blanford will be at Summit City Comedy Club on Aug. 28.

Comedian’s routine far from bland

When it comes to comedy, Katherine Blanford isn’t joking around. With a degree in sport and entertainment management, Blanford had worked with the PGA and the Orlando Magic before getting […]
The second annual Vibe Higher Fest will be Aug. 21 at Freimann Square.

Forecast forces Vibe Higher Fest to move to Aug. 28

The good vibes at Freimann Square will be held off another week due to rain. Following a rainout on July 17, the second annual Vibe Higher Fest was set for […]
Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue will be at The Clyde on Aug. 19.

Trombone Shorty stands tall among Orleans greats

Troy Andrews is the singer, multi-instrumentalist, and bandleader known as Trombone Shorty.  Born into a family of New Orleans musical nobility and mentored by members of the Meters and the […]
Goo Goo Dolls will be at Embassy Theatre on Nov. 6.

Embassy adds Goo Goo Dolls to lineup

Following the astounding Barenaked Ladies announcement, Embassy Theatre have added alternative pop rockers Goo Goo Dolls to their ever-growing schedule.  The band will stroll through town Sunday, Nov. 6, at […]
Auditions for the Fort Wayne Dance Collective's Halloween show will be Aug. 21.

Collective seeks dancers for Halloween show

Fort Wayne Dance Collective will hold open audition for dancers interested in participating in their 13th annual Halloween Show, which historically sells out every year. This year’s show emanates from […]
HR of Bad Brains will be at The Ruin on Aug. 19.

Quick Hit: HR of Bad Brains

Bad Brains are one of the great pioneers of heavy music, having influenced a number of bands who would eventually become better known, including Beastie Boys, Nirvana, Foo Fighters, and […]
Mic Strong will release his album Until November on Aug. 22.

Local hip-hop artist Mic Strong sets self apart

City hip-hop artist Mic Strong’s message is getting amplified. Using a throwback style, he broaches an array of topics, from mental health to his transition from a youth in trouble […]