“March Merchant Mania” will be the First Friday March 2.
All participating merchants will have green balloons tied to their stores for easy identification.
The hours for the First Friday are from 5 to 9 p.m.
“The focus this month is on highlighting our downtown retailers and offering discounts,” said Paula Bowman, downtown events coordinator.
Indiana Antique Company will kick off its grand-opening celebration at the corner of Buffalo and Market streets.
First Friday attendees can go to the store to register for a $100 gift certificate, and to shop in the store with 15 percent discounts.
The Dennie House will have a 30 percent off sale on everything that is green and will serve Irish Creme coffee and leprechaun bites.
The Buffalo Street Emporium will have a “buy one, get one free” on select chocolates and gummy bears. There will be an Easter basket giveaway. People are encouraged to register.
Mad Anthony’s will have a Mardi Gras celebration.
The Advocacy Angels will host a Bingo benefit at the First United Methodist Church, 179 S. Indiana St., Warsaw. The cost is $5 at the door or a non-perishable item. Hours are 6 to 8 p.m.
Courthouse Coffee will have a New Orleans-themed event with cafe du monde coffee and kings cakes. Monthly specials are Mardi Gras and party cocoa and masquerade mocha.
Event sponsors are needed for First Fridays, and people interested can call Bowman at 574-376-0233 or email her at courthousecoffee@comcast.net
Upcoming First Fridays are April 6, Spring Fling; May 4, Downtown At The Hop Car Cruise-In; June 1, Country Wing Ding II; July 6, Great American Picnic; Aug. 3, Health, Wealth and Diversity; Sept. 7, Fall Into Fashion; Oct. 5, Art-ober; Nov. 2, Hot Chili Nites; and Dec. 7, Hometown Hollydays.
