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November 23- Dec 9 Visit the Festival of Gingerbread AND the new exhibition gallery Allen County Innovation all for one low price! See our website for more information. www.fwhistorycenter.com The History Center, 302 East Berry Street, Fort Wayne, In.46802. Phone 260-426-2882 E-Mail:
nancy.mccammon-hansen@fwhistorycenter.com
September 28, Friday: Join us for Fort Wayne's most unique fund raiser. Call us for details and to reserve your spot. $50 per person. Begins at 6 p.m. Silent auction, dinner and entertainment. Chief Richardville House, 302 East Berry, Fort Wayne, Indiana, 46802. Sponsored by The History Center. For more information, visit the web-site at www.fwhistorycenter.com or E-Mail Nancy McCammon-Hansen at : nancy.mccammon-hansen@fwhistorycenter.com 260-426-2882
nancy.mccammon-hansen@fwhistorycenter.com
September 28, Friday: Join us for Fort Wayne's most unique fund raiser. Call us for details and to reserve your spot. $50 per person. Begins at 6 p.m. Silent auction, dinner and entertainment. Chief Richardville House, 302 East Berry, Fort Wayne, Indiana, 46802. Sponsored by The History Center. For more information, visit the web-site at www.fwhistorycenter.com or E-Mail Nancy McCammon-Hansen at : nancy.mccammon-hansen@fwhistorycenter.com 260-426-2882
October 6, Saturday: Tour the National Historic Landmark Chief Richardville House and learn about Miami Indian culture. 1-4 p.m. at 5705 Bluffton Road, Fort Wayne. Chief Richardville House, 302 East Berry, Fort Wayne, Indiana, 46802. Sponsored by The History Center. For more information, visit the web-site at www.fwhistorycenter.com or E-Mail nancy.mccammon-hansen@fwhistorycenter.com Admission is $7 adults; $5 seniors and students. 260-426-2882
October 7, Sunday: Rich Ferguson will speak on "The War of 1812 Comes to Fort Wayne". Begins at 2 p.m. Free to the public. The History Center, 302 East Berry, Fort Wayne, Indiana, 46802. For more information, visit the web-site at www.fwhistorycenter.com or E-mail nancy.mccammon-hansen@fwhistorycenter.com 260-426-2882
August, 2012
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June 19 - September 2, 2012- Mars in 3-D! A New Perspective on Mars
The European Space Agency’s Mars Express probe is
Europe’s first mission to another planet. Since 2004, a stereo camera designed
and built by Germany’s space agency, the German Aerospace Center, has been
mapping the entire Red Planet and producing colorful, high resolution images.
Six natural forces that have significantly formed Mars over billions of years –
volcanism, water, ice, erosion, wind, and tectonics – are the focus of the
exhibition. Suspended throughout the exhibition are enormous photographs, and
with the help of red-blue glasses, visitors will see Mars like they have never
been able to before – in 3-D! These images are supplemented with bilingual
interpretive signs in English and German with a vast amount of information
about the Red Planet, its moons and exploration efforts. The Mars exhibition was
developed by the German Aerospace Center, (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und
Raumfahrt, DLR). Admission: Kids (2 yrs & under)* - Free Kids (3-12 yrs)* -
$8.00 Adults (13-64 yrs) - $8.00 Seniors (65 + yrs) - $7.00 *Children 12 and
under must be accompanied by an adult. Summer Hours of Operation June 11th -
August 19th, 2012 Monday: Closed Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday:
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. For additional information click here.
July 14- September 15, 2012- Soothing Summer
Gardens
A quiet stroll through a
summer garden is just what you need. Each small garden room will have its own
character and art to admire. Linger and rest. A green wall creates a tapestry
out of plant variations, while a water feature gently refreshes your spirit. Admission:
Adults $5, Children (ages 3-17) $3, Age 2 and Under FREE Hours: Tuesday -
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm, Thursday 10 am - 8 pm, Sunday Noon - 4 pm Closed:
Mondays, New Years Day, Christmas Day Website Foellinger-Freimann Botanical
Conservatory 1100 South Calhoun Street (260) 427-6440. Website
August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2012- Lunch on the Square
Thursdays from June - August, 2012 11:30 am-1:00 pm Enjoy
lunch every Thursday this summer in stunning Downtown Fort Wayne! This is a
lunch appointment you won't want to miss! Visit one of
the local restaurants for a box lunch or bring your lunch
and enjoy the festivities!
August - The Beef Manhattans - (Sinatra-style jazz)
August - Black Swamp String Band (bluegrass)
August - Cougar Hunter (80's glam rock)
August - Scratch N' Sniff (classic rock)
August - The J Taylors (country variety)
Location: One Summit Square Courtyard Calhoun and Wayne
Street For additional information, please contact DID at (260) 420-3266 or
visit the DID website.
Friday, August 3, 2012 8:00 pm- Cherish the Ladies,
Celtic Music
Friday, August 3, 2012 8:00 pm Cherish the Ladies perform
Celtic music live at Foellinger Outdoor Theatre! Reserved Seating $12 Bleacher
Seating (general admission) $12 Foellinger Theatre is located in Franke Park
next to the Children's Zoo on Sherman Boulevard. For additional information,
please call (260) 427-6000, or visit the Website
Saturday, August 4, 2012 1:00pm-4:00pm - Miami Indian Heritage
Days
Saturday, August 4, 2012 1:00pm-4:00pm This month Katrina
Mitten shows Miami Beadwork. Celebrate the history and traditions of the
earliest inhabitants of the Three Rivers area during the Miami Indian Heritage
Day at the Chief Richardville House! This event will feature local artists,
performers, and representatives from the Miami Indians and other Native
American groups demonstrating aspects of their great and lasting heritage for
the public to enjoy. This is a series of monthly programs the first Saturday of
each month. Admission fees include access to all programs and tours of the
Chief's home:
$7.00 Adults $5.00 for students and seniors History
Center members and children ages 5 and under are free. Chief Richardville House
5705 Bluffton Road For additional information, please contact The History
Center at (260) 426-2882 or visit the website.
Saturday, August 4, 2012 3:00pm - CountryFest
Saturday, August 4, 2012 3:00pm You won't want to miss
this CountryFest, featuring live music including 5 bands from Nashville! Headwaters
Park Downtown Fort Wayne
Corner of Clinton and Superior St For additional
information, please visit the K105 FM website.
August 4, 11, 18, 25- Rock the Plaza
Saturdays 6 - 9 pm Join the Allen County Public Library
for Rock the Plaza each Saturday Evening from June 2 through August 25. Bring
your lawn chairs, a blanket, or dance the night away to music from some of the
areas best groups.
8/4/2012 Little Logan & the Instigators Frankly
Scarlet Plaxton & the Void Krimsha
8/11/2012 Grateful Groove Marnee Orange Opera
8/18/2012 the Wailhounds Velvet Soul Mimi Burns Band
8/25/2012 Todd Harrold Band Black Cat Mambo Freak
Brothers
Allen County Public Library 900 Library Plaza For
additional information, please call (260) 421-1200, or visit the Allen CountyPublic Library website.
August 9, 8:00 pm- Foellinger Outdoor
Theatre FREE Concert Series
Chadd Micheals and The Brat Pack August 9, 8:00 pm Local
crooners take to the stage with songs from Frnak Sinatra to Michael Buble. Foellinger
Outdoor Theatre is located in Franke Park next to the Children's Zoo on Sherman
Boulevard. For additional information, please call (260) 427-6000, or visit the Website.
August 9 - 11- Lincoln Highway
BUY-WAY Yard Sale
Thursday - Saturday, August 9-11 Just about anything you
want or need will be along the road to purchase during the 7th annual Lincoln
Highway BUY-WAY Yard Sale across Indiana and Ohio. For more information, email:
LincolnHighwayAssoc.office@yahoo.com
August 10, 8:00 pm -Foellinger Outdoor
Theatre FREE Concert Series
Fort Wayne Children's Choir August 10, 8:00 pm The
performance is the culmination of Choralfest, a week-long multi-disciplinary
arts camp. Foellinger Outdoor Theatre is located in Franke Park next to the
Children's Zoo on Sherman Boulevard. For additional information, please call
(260) 427-6000. Fridays, July 27 - August 31 Doors open 7:30 pm Opening act
8:30 pm. Visit the Website.
August 3, 10,17,24,31- Botanical Roots
Concert Series (Fridays)
Get ready for our seventh year of musical fun! National
touring acts feature the “roots” music of zydeco, blues, reggae, Americana
music and more, with local bands opening. Kids always have a good time
especially at the reggae show. Concerts are held outside on the Terrace rain or
shine. Food and beverage will be available for purchase; no outside food or
beverage allowed. Bring your own lawn chair; limited seating is available. Admission:
$6/person age 13 and older, free for children 12 and under.
For more details, call (260) 427-6440 or visit us on
Facebook Botanical Roots or see our website.
August 11- Frollenger Outdoor Theatre FREE Concert Series
Spike & the Bulldogs 8:00 pm Remember sock hops,
drive-in movies and the juke-box? Let Spike & the Bulldogs take you back
with their 50's and 60's music. Admission $5 Foellinger Outdoor Theatre is
located in Franke Park next to the Children's Zoo on Sherman Boulevard. For
additional information, please call (260) 427-6000, or visit the Website.
August 25- Last Saturdays
Artlink Contemporary Art Gallery300 E. Main St. Open from
Noon – 8pm during Last Saturdays.
260-399-2008
Botanical Conservatory $1 Off As always, the Botanical
Conservatory gives visitors $1 off on Last Saturdays!10am-5pm
Cinema Center Downtown 437 E Berry Street 260-426-3456
Downtown Grind - Euchre Tournament 200 Pearl St., hosts
its Last Saturdays event with another euchre tournament! No cover.260-267-9762
Fort Wayne Ballet Auer Center for Arts and Culture. 300
E. Main St. Fort Wayne Museum of Art
311 East Main Street Presenting Gwen Gutwein: Barns of
Indiana. 11am – 6pm$5 for adults, $3 for students, $10 for families, free for members.
History Center, Half Price Today 302 E. Berry Street
Half-price admission from noon – 5pm
$2.50 for adults, $1.50 for children, 5 and under are
free. 260-426-2882
J.K. O'Donnell's Irish Ale House 121 W Wayne St, Check
out the music from 1 - 4 pm. No cover.
Lotus Gallery 1301 Lafayette Street Pembroke Coffee and
Jam Auer Center for Arts and Culture,
Science Central, Half-price Today 1950 North Clinton
Street, Half-price admission from 10am to 5pm! $4 for children and adults,
$3.50 for seniors, free for children 2 andunder.
Citilink/CTN Free Shuttle Last Saturdays will include a
free shuttle with a route taking you from Main St., to Clay St., to Washington
Blvd., to Ewing St., back to Main. This will drop riders off approximately 2
blocks from every location! Look for the CitiLink buses. Citilink: 4pm – 8pm CTN:
8pm – 11pm
August 25- Taste of the Arts
Saturday, August 25, 2012 Downtown Fort Wayne's premiere
arts and food festival will be held at the Arts Campus including Arts United
Plaza/Freimann Square and surrounding four-block area. Events include an art
fair and art exhibits, area restaurant vendors, entertainment on three stages,
tours,
movies, performances and hands-on activities for all
ages. Proceeds fund new education grants and Artists-in-Residence programs for
area schools. For additional Information, please visit the Arts United Website, or the Taste of the Arts Website.
August 25-26, -Fort Miamies 1754-1763
August 25-26, -Fort Miamies 1754-1763
Saturday, August 25, 2012 from 11:00 am-8:00 pm Guided
tours will be offered on Saturday at: Noon, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm, & 5pm Sunday,
August 26, 2012 from 11:00 am-4:00 pm Guided tours will be offered on Sunday
at: Noon, 1pm, 2pm, & 3pm Be transported back in time at the historic Old
Fort Wayne! Talk with the soldiers about the life in the army; watch the
tactile demonstrations of
how soldiers would have either chosen to fight or to be
chivalrous and fight another day. See the Mounted Militia as they and their
horses drill. Talk with the women and the children of the Old Fort about how
different life was for them compared to today. Join your children with playing games
of that time period. Fun for the entire family! Tickets for the tour can be
obtained at the Kegionga Mercantile. Tour groups are limited to 12
participants. Admission of a free will donation is appreciated.
Historic Old Fort 1201 Spy Run Location: The Old Fort is
located right over the bridge as you are going north on Spy Run Ave. You will
want to go to Fourth Street and park at Lawton Park and enjoy the short stroll
down the River Greenway until you reach the Fort. For additional information,
please contact Historic Fort Wayne, Inc. at (260) 460-4763 or visit thewebsite.
August 30- September 2- Auburn Cord
Duesenberg Festival
Thursday, August 30, 2012 - Sunday, September 2, 2012 Features
a magnificent Parade of Classics, Downtown Cruise-In, Ice Cream Social,
Entertainment Tent, Kids Art Tent, Kiddy Tractor Pull,
Duesy Walk, Cornhole Contest, 2 Antique Shows, Quilt
Show, Historic Tour, Bed Race, Waiter Obstacle Course, Mascot Olympics, Night Parade,
GuitarFest, Garage Cruise, Cemetery & Mausoleum Tourand the world famous
Kruse Collector Car Auction. Location: Auburn, Indiana For additional
information, please visit the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Festival website.
August 30- September 2- Auburn Fall Collector
Car Auction
Thursday, August 30-Sunday, September 2, 2012 One of the
largest collector car auctions in the world.
Sale dates: Thursday, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm ET Friday, 11:00
am - 8:00 pm ET Saturday, 11:00 am - 8:00 pm ET Sunday, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm ET Admission:
$10 day pass per person $25 weekend pass per person
$100 bidder registration and admits two for the weekend Free
admission on September 1st Children 12 and under are free Auburn
Auction Park 5540 County Road 11-A Auburn, IN 46706 1-877-906-2437
August 31 through September 2- 2012 Fort Wayne Air
Show
August 31 through September 2, 2012 Friday night concert Saturday
and Sunday there will be jets, helicopters and static displays. Jet-powered bus
and other vehicles. Ralph Royce, Air Boss F-22 Raptor Heritage Flight Jon E
Counsell Tim Weber Airshows, Inc. Disabled American Veterans Flight Team Grayout
Aerosports, LLC Indy Boys, Inc. John Klatt Airshows, Inc. Mohr Barnstorming Olivers
SkyDancer
OTTO - Prop & Rotor Aviation, Inc. Red Steel Jet Team
Rich's Incredible Pyro, LLC US Air National Guard
Army's Golden Knights Jump Team Hours: Saturday and
Sunday: Static exhibit 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, flights will be noon - 4:00 pm Free
to the public. FW 122nd Guard Base Ferguson Road next to Fort Wayne
International Airport
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July, 2012
July 7- Miami Indian Heritage Days 1:00pm-4:00pm
This the Bi-Centennial Celebration of Little Turtle's Death. A memorial herb medicine wheel will be created and artifacts belonging to Little Turtle will be on display. Celebrate the history and traditions of the earliest inhabitants of the Three Rivers area during the Miami Indian Heritage Day at the Chief Richardville House! This event will feature local artists, performers, and representatives from the Miami Indians and other Native American groups demonstrating aspects of their great and lasting heritage for the public to enjoy. This is a series of monthly programs the first Saturday of each month. Admission fees include access to all programs and tours of the Chief's home: $7.00 Adults $5.00 for students and seniors History Center members and children ages 5 and under are free. Chief Richardville House 5705 Bluffton Road
July 6, 7- Angola Balloons Aloft
Admission: FREE The balloon pilots will be competing for cash and prizes in the invitational that will fill the sky with their dazzling sight of colorful balloons. Other entertainment: skydiving, remote controlled aerial displays, Children's Fun Fair, and lots of great food vendors. Weather conditions permitting, launches will be on Friday evening, Saturday morning and evening with nighttime illuminations scheduled for evenings.Other highlights will be the Red Tail Squadron P-51 fly-by on Friday and twice on Saturday. The Douglas C-47 Skytrain will fly over the city and be on display on Saturday. Tara Thompson & Band, Nashville Country recording artist performs Saturday afternoon.
EVENTS: (all scheduled events are subject to change and are limited to weather conditions)
Friday, July 6
7:00 a.m. Media Flight
11:00 a.m.-- 6:00 p.m. Red Tail Squadron Rise Above Exhibit
11:00 a.m.-- 6:00 p.m. Red Tail Squadron Rise Above Exhibit
3:00 p.m.--10:00 p.m. Food Vendors
6:00 p.m. Opening Ceremonies, Star Spangled Banner
Red Tail Squadron P51 Fly-by
6:30 p.m.-- 8:30 p.m. Hot Air Balloon Competition – Mass Launch from Airport - (Approximate times - balloons may be on hold due to weather)
9:00 p.m.--10:00 p.m. Hot Air Balloon Illumination
Saturday, July 7
7:00 a.m.-- 8:30 a.m. Hot Air Balloon Competition & Pole Grab - (Approximate times - balloons may be on hold due to weather) Sponsored by Harold Chevrolet & Peter Franklin Jewelers
10:00 a.m. Red Tail Squadron P51 Fly-by
10:00 a.m.-- 6:00 p.m. Helicopter & Airplane Rides
10:00 a.m.-- 10:00 p.m. Vendors
10:30 a.m. Remote Control Air Show
11:00 a.m.-- 6:00 p.m. Red Tail Squadron Rise Above Exhibit
12:00 p.m.-- 5:00 p.m. Children’s Fun Fair
2:00 p.m. Parkview Life Flight demonstration
3:00 p.m.-- 4:00 p.m. Skydiving Competition
4:00 p.m. Red Tail Squadron P51 Fly-by
4:30 p.m.-- 6:00 p.m. Tara Thompson & Band, Country Western Entertainment Sponsored by WLKI Radio Station
5:30 p.m -- 6:30 p.m. Children's Tethered Hot Air Balloons rides (weather permitting)
6:30 p.m -- 8:30 p.m. Hot Air Balloon Competition Flight - (Approximate times - balloons may be on hold due to weather)
9:00 p.m.-- 10:00 p.m. Hot Air Balloon Illumination
Angola Balloons Aloft
260-665-3212
July 7-
Revolutionary War - The Western Front 11:00 am-8:00 pm Guided tours will be offered on Saturday at: Noon, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm & 5pm Sunday, July 8, 2011 from 11:00 am-4:00 pm. Guided tours will be offered on Sunday at: Noon, 1pm, 2pm, & 3pm The forces of the United States will be on patrol for the British army and the Indians. The Continental Army will be camping at the Old Fort this weekend. Join General Washington's forces as they demonstrate life when the United States was being created. Talk with the soldiers and their families, watch and hear the musket and cannon fire, immerse yourself in the life of our fore fathers. Tickets for the tour can be obtained at the Kegionga Mercantile. Tour groups are limited to 12 participants. Admission of a free will donation is appreciated.
Historic Old Fort, 1201 Spy Run. Location:The Old Fort is located right over the bridge as you are going north on Spy Run Ave. You will want to go to Fourth Street and park at Lawton. Park and enjoy the short stroll down the River Greenway until you reach the Fort. For additional information, please contact Historic Fort Wayne, Inc. at (260) 460-4763 or visit the website.
Historic Old Fort, 1201 Spy Run. Location:The Old Fort is located right over the bridge as you are going north on Spy Run Ave. You will want to go to Fourth Street and park at Lawton. Park and enjoy the short stroll down the River Greenway until you reach the Fort. For additional information, please contact Historic Fort Wayne, Inc. at (260) 460-4763 or visit the website.
July 10- Foellinger Outdoor Theatre FREE Concert Series- Fort Wayne Area Community Band. FWACB presents An Evening with John Phillip Sousa. About 80 musicians, music teachers and professionals from all walks of life make up this band. 8:00pm Foellinger Outdoor Theatre is located in Franke Park next to the Children's Zoo on Sherman Boulevard. For additional information, please call (260) 427-6000.
July 13-21 Three Rivers Festival- Indiana's second largest festival offers 9 days of fun for the entire family! From the opening day parade, arts, crafts, amusement rides, and International Village, to live music, the Bed Race, and the all-new RiverGames Water Wars and canoe races, Three Rivers Festival brings. Location: Headwaters Park, Clinton Street For additional information, please visit the Three Rivers Festival website.
July 14-15 Camp Allen Muster 1861-1865- Saturdsay, 11:00am-8:00pm, Sunday 11:00am - 4:00pm. Guided tours will be offered on Saturday at: Noon, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm & 5pm,Sunday, from 11:00 am-4:00 pm. Guided tours will be offered on Sunday at: Noon, 1pm, 2pm, & 3pm.Hear the cannons roar and the rifles and muskets fire, listen to the soldiers as they complete their drills, talk with the cooks who make the food for those who live at the Old Fort. Join the Civil War re-enactors at the Old Fort as they return to the time when families were divided.There will be soldiers and their families to talk with, as well as children games and various demonstrations to either participate in or observe. Tickets for the tour can be obtained at the Kegionga Mercantile. Tour groups are limited to 12 participants.Admission of a free will donation is appreciated. Located at: Historic Old Fort1201 Spy Run
Directions:The Historic Old Fort is located right over the bridge as you are going north on Spy Run Ave. You will want to go to Fourth Street and park at
Lawton Park and enjoy the short stroll down the River Greenway until you reach the Fort.For additional information, please contact Historic Fort Wayne, Inc. at (260) 460-4763 or visit the
Lawton Park and enjoy the short stroll down the River Greenway until you reach the Fort.For additional information, please contact Historic Fort Wayne, Inc. at (260) 460-4763 or visit the
July 24 - 29- Allen County Fair. Enjoy the Allen County Fair held at the Allen County Fairgrounds! The fair offers music acts, fine arts, crafts, food, and events for all ages!Fun for the entire family! Allen County Fairgrounds
2726 Carroll Road For additional information, please visit the Allen County Fair
2726 Carroll Road For additional information, please visit the Allen County Fair
July 27, - August 3, 10,17,24,31 Botanical Roots Concert Series. Doors open 7:30 pm,Opening act 8:30 pm. Get ready for our seventh year of musical fun! National touring acts feature the “roots” music of zydeco, blues, reggae, Americana music andmore, with local bands opening. Kids always have a good time especially at the reggae show. Concerts are held outside on the Terrace rain or shine. Food and beverage will be available for purchase; no outside food or beverageallowed. Bring your own lawn chair; limited seating is available. Admission: $6/person age 13 and older, free for children 12 and under. For more details, call (260) 427-6440 or visit us on Facebook Botanical Roots or see our website.
April 14 - July 8, 2012- Butterflies of Malaysia. Immerse yourself in a live exhibit teeming with butterflies. These delicate creatures demonstrate the beauty & resilience of Malaysia,Thailand & Indonesia. Endangered by economic development, these butterflies were bred specifically for this exhibit. Special protocols require that we keep the butterflies inside our exhibit tent. Volunteers are there to assist you to enter & Exit. Admission: Adults $5, Children (ages 3-17) $3, Age 2 and Under FREE. Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm, Thursday 10 am - 8 pm, Sunday Noon - 4 pmClosed: Mondays, New Years Day, Christmas Day. Website Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory,1100 South Calhoun Street(260) 427-6440
July 5,12,19,26- Lunch on the Square (Thursdays through 8/31)
11:30 am-1:00 pm. Enjoy lunch every Thursday this summer in stunning Downtown Fort Wayne! This is a lunch appointment you won't want to miss! Visit one of the local restaurants for a box lunch or bring your lunch and enjoy the festivities!
July 5 - Ty Causey ( R&B)
July 5 - Ty Causey ( R&B)
July 12 - Sugar Shot (country rock)
July 19 - Pop N' Fresh (vintage blues/funk)
July 26 - Joe Justice (soft rock)
August - The Beef Manhattans - (Sinatra-style jazz)
August - Black Swamp String Band (bluegrass)
August - Cougar Hunter (80's glam rock)
August - Scratch N' Sniff (classic rock)
August - The J Taylors (country variety)
August - Cougar Hunter (80's glam rock)
August - Scratch N' Sniff (classic rock)
August - The J Taylors (country variety)
Location: One Summit Square Courtyard,Calhoun and Wayne Street
For additional information, please contact DID at (260) 420-3266 or visit the DID
