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Jaclyn G.

Jaclyn Youhana Garver is a thirtysomething writer who has called Fort Wayne "home" since 2008. Her favorite things are eating, travel, books, and Boyz II Men. She has a degree in newspaper journalism from Kent State University and a background in feature writing, blogging, editing, and marketing. In 2016, Greater Fort Wayne Business Weekly named her one of Twenty Millennials Making a Difference in Fort Wayne. This is the longest she has ever lived in a single city.

Celebrate Valentine's Day With Your Best Girlfriends in Fort Wayne, Indiana

By Jaclyn G. on Jan. 22, 2020

Valentine’s Day might be a time to celebrate romantic love, traditionally, but there’s no doubt that more and more women use it to celebrate their friendships with other women. You know, those babes who always have your back…

The Haunted Library in Fort Wayne, Indiana

By Jaclyn G. on Oct. 30, 2019

Locked doors opening on their own. Feelings of being watched. Strangers that no one else saw. A row of toilets flushing in an otherwise empty bathroom…

A Look at Fort Wayne's Brewery Scene

By Jaclyn G. on Sep. 06, 2019

If you’re looking for a perfect September trip, take a look into Fort Wayne, Indiana—especially if you love trying new breweries…

Downtown Fort Wayne Skyline Drone Photo - Fort Wayne, IN

The Most Unique Hotel Rooms in Fort Wayne, Indiana

By Jaclyn G. on Aug. 05, 2019

Sometimes, the best part of travel can be the creative comforts of your hotel room. Fort Wayne, Indiana, has a variety of fun and cozy options to make sure your stay in northeast Indiana will make you excited to return…

TinCaps Baseball Game at Parkview Field in Downtown Fort Wayne

6 Things to Do Before School Starts

By Jaclyn G. on Jul. 12, 2019

Summer vacation never seems long enough, especially when your to-do list is miles long. Fort Wayne, Indiana, is full of fun, family-friendly options to help assure your kids think back to the summer of 2019 with nothing but smiles and good memories…

Copy of Downtown Fort Wayne Skyline from the Riverfront

The Best Hotel Amenities in Fort Wayne

By Jaclyn G. on Jul. 03, 2019

Visitors to a new town tend to view their hotel rooms in one of two ways: The room is just a place to sleep, or the hotel is part of the experience…

Fort Wayne, Indiana's Best Selling Coffee Drinks

By Jaclyn G. on Feb. 01, 2019

Your favorite coffee shop in Fort Wayne, Indiana, might be dependent on what you love to drink. One spot might be known for mochas while another makes the best drip coffee. One might make a killer latte while another is known for its shakes…

Copy of Downtown Evening Skyline from Headwaters Park

The Best Winter Views in Fort Wayne, Indiana

By Jaclyn G. on Jan. 18, 2019

From the three rivers and bustling downtown, Fort Wayne, Indiana, has some scenic viewsfor you to explore —even when you’d rather be cozy somewhere while enjoying said scenic view…

Junk Ditch Brewing Company Dining Table - Fort Wayne, Indiana

Seasonal Sweet Treats in Fort Wayne, Indiana

By Jaclyn G. on Nov. 07, 2018

One way Fort Wayne, Indiana restaurants prepare for the holiday season is serving up special, seasonal treats. From desserts to coffees to cocktails, here are some of our favorite ways to sample thetastes of the season…

Club Soda filet mignon-Fort Wayne steakhouse

Fort Wayne’s Most Likely To: Food Edition

By Jaclyn G. on Oct. 08, 2018

When I was a Fort Wayne, Indiana newbie, certain restaurants kept coming up as favorites from my new co-workers: Henry’s Restaurant, a bar downtown; J.K. O’Donnell’s, an Irish bar downtown; and Club Soda, an upscale steakhouse with a killer martini menu downtown (you may notice a theme …)…

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