Fort Wayne
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Monday, December 29th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wellspring Interfaith Social Services partners with Meijer on its Simply Give program to help local families facing food insecurity in Fort Wayne. The Dupont Meijer store accepts donation cards through March 28 and will double-match contributions on March 7 + 21 to support community food pantries. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ Huntington’s L4L Community Studios is hosting its first Polar Plunge event on January 1 at Lake Clare. Registration costs $26 per person and is available in person at 11 a.m. WOWO
- ➤ Wiegmann Auctioneers in Decatur will hold a live auction on New Year's Day at 10 a.m. to sell Todd Davis's eclectic estate collection that includes pool balls, toy cars, and comic books. Local buyers can take home unique finds during the multi-hour event (items also include serving trays and neon signs). The Journal Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Five high school seniors from Fort Wayne Community and East Allen County schools have been named this year’s Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship winners, which will cover full tuition, fees, + a $900 annual book allowance at eligible institutions. The award recognized applicants for academic performance, community involvement, and overcoming obstacles. The Journal Gazette
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Parkview Field Holiday Lights
6-7:30 p.m. — Parkview Field — Free entry — Experience a magical walk-thru of brilliant holiday light displays synchronized to festive music.
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Fort Wayne Komets vs. Bloomington Bison
7:30-9:05 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate New Year's Eve with hockey action and exciting prizes during Chuck-A-Puck Night.
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Make 2026 the greatest year of your life
On January 10, 2026, Timothy will be leading a 3 hour Heroic workshop where you will join Heroes in your local community for a powerful, in-person Heroic Workshop experience designed to help you master your Energy, Work, and Love — and activate your best self. You’ll leave with clarity, a protocol, and the momentum to make 2026 your greatest year ever.
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2026 Winter Artistic Extravaganza
Unity Performing Arts Foundation will showcase all its artistic programs with performances and testimonials from youth ages 7 to 19, highlighting the impact of our leadership and arts training. Featured performances include the three-time World Champion Voices of Unity Youth Choir along with creative writing, public speaking, drama, dance, and piano programs led by our expert directors. This is your chance to see the excellence UNITY brings to young people and to learn how your child can become our next member. Visit UPAF.com or call 260-481-6719; admission is available exclusively through Eventbrite.
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2026 Winter Artistic Extravaganza
Unity Performing Arts Foundation will showcase all its artistic programs with performances and testimonials from youth ages 7 to 19, highlighting the impact of our leadership and arts training. Featured performances include the three-time World Champion Voices of Unity Youth Choir along with creative writing, public speaking, drama, dance, and piano programs led by our expert directors. This is your chance to see the excellence UNITY brings to young people and to learn how your child can become our next member. Visit UPAF.com or call 260-481-6719; admission is available exclusively through Eventbrite.
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Fort Wayne Philharmonic - American Beauty
7:30-9:30 p.m. — PFW Music Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate America's 250th birthday with American classical music featuring renowned violinist Holly Mulcahy.
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Comedy and Magic Night with Taylor Hughes & Nick Paul
4-6 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy an unforgettable blend of comedy, magic, and storytelling from world-class performers.
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Plates and Mates Dinner Series
6-7:30 p.m. — DAE GEE KOREAN BBQ — $10 reservation — Enjoy a curated dinner with like-minded locals, fantastic food, and great conversations.
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Nouvelle Annee Celebration
10 AM – 5 PM — Historic Old Fort — Free entry — Celebrate the New Year at a French colonial outpost with cultural insights and interactive experiences.
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Jack Shaw Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Los Angeles-based comedian Jack Shaw.
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