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About 30 minutes from the heart of Fort Wayne sits a quaint Amish community called Grabill. Its heritage dates back to 1852, when Mennonite settlers first arrived in the area as part of the Anabaptist movement after Luther’s European Reformation.

Today, members of Grabill’s Amish community ... More ›

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Are you ready for some good ‘ole American fun? Looking for something fun to with the kids on these cold wintery days? Then, lace up your roller skates and head to the Roller Dome! Roller Dome North, which opened its doors in 1950, is a Fort Wayne institution. Kids, teens and adults have ... More ›

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Science Central, one of Fort Wayne’s most beloved family destinations, is hosting its fourth annual fund-raising event on Friday, November 4.

This delectable event will unearth the science of drink creation in a unique and entertaining way!

Guests will enjoy an in-depth look at the physics,

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In search of the Great Pumpkin? You just may find it at one of Allen County’s You-Pick Pumpkin Patches!

Head on over to Degrandchamp’s Pumpkin Patch, located at 3737 Dicke Road in Fort Wayne, for an assortment of you-pick pumpkins. Little ones will enjoy being able to pluck the perfect ... More ›

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Nothing says fall like a warm apple pie … and when you’ve picked the apples yourself, well, that’s even better! Take the family to one of Allen County's bountiful apple orchards, and you’re sure to enjoy plenty of cool-weather fun. Plus, you’ll leave with apples galore!

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This year’s Johnny Appleseed Festival is in the history books, and it certainly was a memorable event!

Festival-goers enjoyed sunny skies and comfortable temperatures throughout the weekend, making it a great time to enjoy the event’s scrumptious food (oh, the food!), Pioneer-era ... More ›

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Stroll through the scenic African Journey exhibit at the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo, and you’ll find yourself amidst a variety of animals that roam Africa’s vast savannah. You may catch a glimpse of a powerful lion through an impressive glass window, feed a majestic giraffe (lettuce, ... More ›

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Sechler’s Pickles is one of northeast Indiana’s lesser-known gems, and if you happen to enjoy flavorful pickles, relish and salsa, you’ll definitely want to make this part of your visit to Fort Wayne. The pickle factory, located in the quaint town of St. Joe, is about a 45-minute drive from ... More ›

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Meet Ben and Sarah, the fictitious tour guides of the Indiana Family Farm, a charming exhibit located in the central portion of the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo. Through a series of kid-friendly interpretive signs, Ben and Sarah serve as tour guides of this exhibit. They tell you what life ... More ›

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Sure, popcorn is great – but savoring a nice meal while you enjoy a fun flick is even better!

When you visit the Northwood Cinema Grill, you’ll enjoy a one-of-kind movie experience, highlighted by a tasty meal that you order from a menu. (No need to stand in a long line at the concession ... More ›

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Enjoy a Simpler Way of Life in Grabill, Indiana

It's Great to Skate at Fort Wayne's Roller Dome

Showcase on Science at Mixology 101

Pick the Perfect Pumpkin in Fort Wayne!

Go on an apple-picking adventure!

The 2011 Johnny Appleseed Festival: an event to remember!

Meet the ostrich - a BIG surprise at the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo

Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour at Sechler's Pickles

Headed to the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo? Don't miss the Indiana Family Farm!

Enjoy dinner and a movie at the Northwood Cinema Grill

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