Fort Wayne
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Monday, December 1st, 2025
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ OmniSource returns its free electronic recycling event today through December 15 at 219 Murray St — donations are collected for Shephers House and the Humane Fort Wayne Pet Food Pantry as standard recycling fees are waived and non-perishable food and pet supplies are accepted. WOWO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Fort Wayne welcomes the 40th annual Festival of Gingerbread, which features a record 183 gingerbread creations that beat last year’s count by 33. The event runs at the History Center until December 21—open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with extended hours on weekends and from 12 until 5 p.m. on Sundays. WOWO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A Purdue University Fort Wayne master’s degree program earned national accreditation from the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology, the only such honor in northeast Indiana, which means graduates can apply for the top national credential and gain access to federal funding. The Journal Gazette
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Corey B Live Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience high-energy laughs with renowned comedian Corey B.
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Kenny G Holiday Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Clyde Theatre — Starting at $59.50 — Enjoy the smooth sounds of Kenny G's iconic jazz music during his revered holiday tour.
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A Christmas Story Performance
3:00-4:30 p.m. — First Presbyterian Theater — Tickets starting at $60 — Enjoy a classic holiday tale come to life at a cherished local venue.
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Project Ballet: The Nutcracker
1-2:30 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — Ticket prices vary — A magical holiday performance featuring over 150 local children in a beloved classic.
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Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol
7:30-9 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a heartwarming musical adaptation of the classic holiday tale featuring melodies by Dolly Parton.
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The Mom Match Social
6-8:30 p.m. — The Ari Creative Event Studio — $25 — An evening filled with socializing, shopping, and inspiration for moms in the community.
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Tales of Vicious Mockery
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Entry fee varies — Experience a laughter-filled evening with improvised D&D comedy shenanigans.
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Josh Wolf Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of laughter with acclaimed comedian Josh Wolf.
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Stuttering John Melendez Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Fort Wayne Comedy Club — Tickets available — Experience a night of comedy with former Tonight Show announcer Stuttering John.
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Melt and Manifest
4-6 p.m. — Wixporium candle bar — In-person — Let go and enjoy a fun night of candles, music, and meaning while supporting a good cause.
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