The quality of life in northeast Indiana is creative, imaginative and adventurous, and there are so many things that make it such a wonderful place to live, including good food, great schools, good weather and great people. When it comes to outdoor adventure, there's everything from kayaking on the river in downtown Fort Wayne to hiking in the mountains and fishing in Lake Michigan. Although there are many places for high school students to explore, we have created nine places that stand out as places where students can create lasting memories of themselves in their home towns.

There is always something to do if you want to see a show at the Embassy Theatre, have a picnic at the Fort Wayne Zoo, visit one of the many museums in the historic downtown area, watch a few movies or attend the shows at the Embassy Theatre or grab some food on the famous Coney Island. Chances are you've made it to at least one movie, concert or other special event this year, and probably more.

The library is enormous by the standards of a medium-sized city and claims to hold more than 1.5 million books and over 1.5 million volumes. ACPL-19 has the largest library collection in the state of Indiana and one of the largest libraries in Indiana. The museum traces the history of Fort Wayne from its beginnings to the present day, delving into the era when luxury cars peaked. The History Center has acquired more than 26,000 artifacts from the history of our region, ranging from antique cars to antique furniture and a replica of an old railway wagon.

Northeast Indiana is sandwiched between Midwestern cities like Chicago, Cincinnati and Indianapolis. It has its own unique vibe and carefree lifestyle, has the charm of a small town and has been home to some of the country's most successful companies including Coca-Cola, General Motors, PepsiCo, ExxonMobil and General Electric. The economy of southwest Michigan and western Ohio is also being affected by the growth of Fort Wayne, Indiana's second-largest city with a population of more than 1.5 million.

Where larger cities have more distinct neighborhoods and unique personalities, Fort Wayne has more "neighboring" counties bordering the northeastern region of the state, which together includes Wayne, Wayne County, Hancock, Allen, Marion, Monroe, Hamilton, Jefferson, Clark, Lafayette, and Wayne County. If you can take a look at the 10 counties that surround the city, consider them one of the most visually appealing and delicious creatures in Indiana. Within these counties, Huntington is home to the largest Coca-Cola store in the country, with over 700 bottled sodas, as well as more than 1,000 restaurants, bars, restaurants and grocery stores.

For Fort Wayne-based businesses, the Club Room serves casual American snacks and could inspire you to visit the Sweetwater campus. Take time for lunch to appreciate the sizeable Burmese population of Fortune, stopping at one of the city's many Burmese restaurants, as it is just a short walk away. It's authentic and costs $5 to $10 per person or $15 for a two-course meal. Staying at the Holiday Inn or Hilton downtown, you can also work downtown or move to a Huntington hotel where you can stay with friends, family, friends of friends or even a work colleague.

Don't forget the great gastronomy of the city, there is a sizable brewery presence in Fort Wayne, including the Hoppy Gnome Gastropub, where you can drink beer and brew your own batch. Don't worry, you'll be sent home when you're done, but forget it and enjoy some of the best brewery food ever served on your trip.

Fort Wayne is a great place for families to visit when the weather is warm, as they can explore the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo, attend a Tin Caps baseball game or visit with kids in tow. One of the places we missed on our last trip, but there are some attractions you definitely want to put on your itinerary.

Fort Wayne is growing by the day and the city is growing and changing for the better, keeping the small town feel with the amenities of the big city. Fort Wayne hosts many festivals throughout the year, including the annual Red Rocks Music Festival, Indiana State Fair and many more. When you think of moving here, we want you to know that you will be part of a growing and vibrant community and will be welcomed with a great - warm hospitality. The city has grown and its residents offer some of the best dining and entertainment in the state of Indiana, as well as a great education system.

If you want to have some fun with friends at the weekend, you need an escape from the stress of life, where better than Fort Wayne's Escape Room? Puns aside, escape rooms have recently emerged that seem to be taking the nation and Fort Wayne by storm.