2025 Taste of Sister Cities Gala: Recap

Written By Christie Browning

Five countries, one night, one location.

What an unforgettable evening at the Taste of Sister Cities Gala! The evening was filled with incredible food from our four sister cities and one friendship city, inspiring speakers, vibrant cultural performances, and a lively auction!

A Celebration of Global Culture: Guests enjoyed a one-of-a-kind culinary experience inspired by the cuisines of FWSCI’s sister and friendship cities:

  • Takaoka, Japan

  • Plock, Poland

  • Gera, Germany

  • Taizhou, China

  • Mawlamyine, Myanmar

The night was filled with lively entertainment, including performances by the Tanzer Youth Dance troupe, Burmese and Chinese cultural groups, and more. These performances showcased the vibrant traditions of our partner cities while celebrating Fort Wayne’s growing role in international friendship.

Inspiring Words and Stories: Throughout the evening, guests heard powerful messages about the importance of global connection. Mayor Sharon Tucker, Fort Wayne Fire Chief Eric Lahey, and Tom Herr shared their perspectives on how citizen diplomacy and cultural exchange strengthen our community. FWSCI’s Student Ambassadors also took the stage, offering moving testimonials about their experiences abroad and the life-changing opportunities these programs provide.

Exceeding Our Goal: Together, we raised over $32,000 at the Taste of Sister Cities Gala, surpassing our $30,000 goal! Thank you for helping us continue building global friendships right here in Fort Wayne.

Thank you for joining us! Your presence and support help us continue building bridges between Fort Wayne and the world.

Christie Browning

Christie is a five-time HSPA award-winning writer with a long resume of creative, compelling writing. Her background includes journalism and marketing, which allows her to bring a specialized voice to the pieces created for her clients. On her own, Christie has written for newspapers, online magazines and major publications. For her clients, Christie produces web designs, press and media releases, blog articles, downloadable worksheets and flyers as well as social media content. Her long-time career as an entrepreneur gives her unique insight into what her clients need to promote their products, services and messages.

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