September 12, 2023 | How welcoming is Fort Wayne?

Hey Locals,

Johnny Appleseed Fest returns this weekend, meaning it's officially fall. 🍂 In today's newsletter, we're talking about Welcoming Week and practical ways the city can be more inclusive.

We also share updates on the Allen County Jail project and learn about a new Free Little Art Gallery inside Tall Rabbit Cafe (where you can give and take tiny masterpieces).

Don't miss Thursday's free Inspire! Neighborhood Conference at Electric Works, where local and national speakers will share tips on building stronger communities.

This month: We’re teaming up with Banh Mi Pho Shop to bring all paid subscribers a special deal. Buy any sandwich on the menu at their 1925 Fairfield Ave. location, and get a FREE boba, boozy boba, or coffee! (Dine-in only for the boozy boba.) Details on how to claim your offer here.

Heads up: We're doing an abbreviated issue next week focused on a reader's question about what's happening with the old Karpeles Manuscript Library on Fairfield Ave. (We got a tour with the inside scoop you won't want to miss.) Stay tuned!

Now, let's get started.