Ben Klinger: Down on Main Street

November 23-January 5

Public Reception: December 15, 1:00-3:00 p.m.

As a Fort Wayne native, Ben Klinger has always been drawn to bold fonts, neon signs and historic architecture. Ben is a visual artist whose preferred mediums include ink and acrylic paints. He enjoys paying homage to his hometown and the Hoosier state with bright colors and bold lines. “I can remember, as a child, being fascinated by painted ghost signs, old neon and the old buildings from my neighborhood. I grew up a few blocks from the Rialto and the sign out front just called my name. I love creating art with the hope of sparking the same nostalgia for others.”

$1 Night Light Display

5:00-8:00 p.m.

Wednesday, November 27

Closed Thanksgiving Day

Thursdays & Fridays, November 29-December 20

The gardens in light are best seen at night! Find yourself surrounded by festive greenery, stunning poinsettias and enchanted scenery as part of illuminated photo ops at the Botanical Conservatory. Even cross gift buying off your list after stopping into the Conservatory Shop where there is a unique selection of thoughtful gifts. Kick-off the holiday with a stroll through gardens glistening and glowing on the $1 Night before Thanksgiving. Then, come again to the $1 Night Light Display every Thursday and Friday evening from Black Friday leading up to Christmas.

Wednesday, November 27

In Conjunction with Night of Lights

Conjure Coffee Open

Friday, November 29

Special Event 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Those 2 Guys in Suits & Ties

Thursday, December 5

Special Event 6:30-7:30 p.m.

String Jams Holiday Concert

Friday, December 6

Thursday, December 12

Friday, December 13

Special Event 5:30-7:30 p.m.

PFW Holiday Carolers    

Thursday, December 19

Friday, December 20

PFW Holiday Carolers

Friday, December 13, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.

What better way to enjoy “Gnome for the Holidays” than with a quartet of carolers from the Purdue University Fort Wayne School of Music?! These carols will warm both heart and gnome. Enjoy these festive melodies with $1 admission as part of the $1 Night Light Display. Standing room only. No reservations required.

Santa & Reindeer Saturdays

Saturdays, December 7, 14 & 21, 12:00-4:00 p.m.

Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.

This December, Santa himself returns to the Botanical Conservatory on all one, two, THREE Saturdays leading up to Christmas! Strike a pose with the man in red while enjoying indoor scenery accompanied by the “Gnome for the Holidays” exhibit. PLEASE NOTE: Santa takes a break from 2-2:30 p.m. While visiting, you also won’t want to miss out on an outdoor appearance with a friendly and majestic reindeer. Regular admission fees apply. Sponsored by PBS Fort Wayne, Majic 95.1, and Air-Xray!

Suzuki Strings Performance

Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.

Sunday, December 15, 2:00-2:45 p.m.

As you enter the “Gnome for the Holidays” garden exhibit, listen for the children of Fort Wayne Suzuki playing holiday favorites on the violin and cello. These accomplished students are familiar with the Suzuki Method of instruction that is the “mother tongue method” based on the premise that music is learned like a language. Hear for yourself as local Suzuki students perform music with holiday ear appeal. Included with regular admission.

Additional sponsors include: English, Bonter, Mitchell Foundation & 103.9 Wayne FM

Lisa Heintzman: Innovative Abstractor

January 11-April 5

Public Reception: February 9, 1:00-3:00 p.m.

My paintings are inspired by the energy and emotions that I draw around me. I am very observant in how one motion affects the next and how simple daily life has so many moments all compiled into one day. I paint my abstract art with these emotions and perfect imperfections of each moment. In my paintings, time is suspended, as we are all dealing with chaos. I believe beauty is necessary and my intent and purpose is to help you view the imperfect world in bringing you calmness, joy and serenity of the movements you see in my paintings.