Each year the Downtown Development Association recognizes businesses in downtown for their entrepreneurial success at five year intervals. Downtown Lincolnton has the highest concentration of locally-owned independent businesses in Lincoln County. Small businesses are the leading job creators and employers in Lincolnton as well as the state and country. Often great attention is given to the attraction of new business to a community neglecting the contribution and support existing businesses make to the local economy and community.
The Main Street Milestone Award acknowledges the significant contributions these small businesses make to create local jobs, increase the local tax base and improve the quality of life for local residents. It highlights and celebrates the individual entrepreneurial success stories that make Lincolnton such a great place to live, work, play and belong.
The following Businesses will be recognized Friday August 26th at the Downtown Development Associations annual awards program during the intermission at the Fourth Friday Alive After Five Concert.
2006 5 Year Milestone
My Treasures
Helms Security
2001 10 Year Milestone
Nachamie & Whitley
Shear Options
1996 15 Year Milestone
Aeros Electrolux
Clocks and Collectibles
Fausto Coffee
Hi-Lites
Lincoln Insurance Agency
Rhyne Financial
1986 25 Year Milestone
A Cut Above
Edward Jones Investments
John Lassiter DDS
Williams Design
1981 30 Year Milestone
Hoyle Services
Lewis & Shuford
1976 35 Year Milestone
Merican Muffler
1971 40 Year Milestone
Clark Properties
1966 45 Year Milestone
Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio
1946 65 Year Milestone
Lincolnton/Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce
1936 75 Year Milestone
EF Drum Funeral Home
For additional information on the Main Street Milestone Awards contact the Downtown Development Association at 704-736-8915
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Thursday, August 4, 2011
City of Lincolnton Receives 2011 National Trust Main Street Accreditation
The City of Lincolnton has been designated as an accredited National Main Street Community for meeting the downtown revitalization performance standards set by the National Trust Main Street Center.
"We congratulate Lincolnton for meeting our established performance standards," says Doug Loescher, director of the National Trust Main Street Center. "Lincolnton is meeting the challenges of the recession head on and is successfully using a focused comprehensive revitalization strategy to keep downtown Lincolnton vibrant and sustainable."
Over $26 million has been invested in downtown Lincolnton since being recognized as a Main Street Community 15 years ago. On balance that is over $1.5 million each year and just under $2,500 per capita using 2010 census numbers. Vital economic statistics also include 37 facade renovations, 30 building renovations, 271 Net New Jobs, and 89 Net New Small Businesses.
The organization's performance is annually evaluated by the NC Department of Commerce, which works in partnership with the National Trust Main Street Center to indentify the local programs that meet performance standards.
Lincolnton has been recognized as National Main Street Community each year since 1999.
"We congratulate Lincolnton for meeting our established performance standards," says Doug Loescher, director of the National Trust Main Street Center. "Lincolnton is meeting the challenges of the recession head on and is successfully using a focused comprehensive revitalization strategy to keep downtown Lincolnton vibrant and sustainable."
Over $26 million has been invested in downtown Lincolnton since being recognized as a Main Street Community 15 years ago. On balance that is over $1.5 million each year and just under $2,500 per capita using 2010 census numbers. Vital economic statistics also include 37 facade renovations, 30 building renovations, 271 Net New Jobs, and 89 Net New Small Businesses.
The organization's performance is annually evaluated by the NC Department of Commerce, which works in partnership with the National Trust Main Street Center to indentify the local programs that meet performance standards.
Lincolnton has been recognized as National Main Street Community each year since 1999.
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
First Friday Coffee & Conversation this Friday Aug 5th with new Arts Council President Tina Guffey
First Friday Coffee and Conversation (FFCC) is this Friday morning at at 8am at 36th Street Bakery & Cafe. Our guest is Tina Guffey the new Board President of the Arts Council of Lincoln County. Come share your thoughts on the arts in Lincoln County and learn about the upcoming initiatives the Arts Council has planned.
Designed to be a small informal discussion group to give downtown business and property owners and interested citizens the chance to express their opinions, make suggestions and ask questions about downtown and the community in general. The series encourages social interaction among citizens and builds community.
The idea for the Coffee and Conversation series is rooted in the community planning concept of “Third Places” popularized by Ray Oldenburg in his Book--The Great Good Place. The “first place’ is the home and the people one lives with. The ‘second place’ is the work place where everyone spends most of their time. Third places are meeting places such as cafes or coffee houses the ‘anchors’ of community life that facilitate and foster creative interaction and are welcoming and comfortable.
A community's well-being is dependent on the quality of relationships among the citizens of that community. Infrastructure, roads, water, sewer, electricity and housing provides the shell within which people live. It is within this shell that people do the things together that allow them to sustain livelihoods. These include but are not limited to education, health care, business, recreation, and spiritual celebration. People working together with shared understandings and expectations are what provide a place of strong community.
You are invited to this uniquely local experience. Each month a business or community leader participates in the conversation. There are no formal presentations or programs. The topics for discussion will be focused on whatever interests those that attend. The event is BYOC--That's Buy Your Own Coffee.
Designed to be a small informal discussion group to give downtown business and property owners and interested citizens the chance to express their opinions, make suggestions and ask questions about downtown and the community in general. The series encourages social interaction among citizens and builds community.
The idea for the Coffee and Conversation series is rooted in the community planning concept of “Third Places” popularized by Ray Oldenburg in his Book--The Great Good Place. The “first place’ is the home and the people one lives with. The ‘second place’ is the work place where everyone spends most of their time. Third places are meeting places such as cafes or coffee houses the ‘anchors’ of community life that facilitate and foster creative interaction and are welcoming and comfortable.
A community's well-being is dependent on the quality of relationships among the citizens of that community. Infrastructure, roads, water, sewer, electricity and housing provides the shell within which people live. It is within this shell that people do the things together that allow them to sustain livelihoods. These include but are not limited to education, health care, business, recreation, and spiritual celebration. People working together with shared understandings and expectations are what provide a place of strong community.
You are invited to this uniquely local experience. Each month a business or community leader participates in the conversation. There are no formal presentations or programs. The topics for discussion will be focused on whatever interests those that attend. The event is BYOC--That's Buy Your Own Coffee.
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Downtown Businesses Decorate Storefront Windows To Celebrate Their Independents
Watson's Insurance had the winning window. The window was painted by employee Michelle Diciuccio and her daughter Laurel Diciuccio {a Jr. at Maiden High School} Local business owners in downtown Lincolnton showed off their artistic skills as they celebrated the 4th of July by painting the downtown in red, white & blue. The Downtown Development Association {DDA} once again sponsored the 4th of July Window Decorating Contest, where local, independent businesses were encouraged to decorate their storefront windows with a patriotic theme. The participating businesses had the chance to win one of four cash prizes: 1st place will receive $100, 2nd Place $75, 3rd Place $50 and 4th Place $25.
The 4th of July Committee, who is responsible for the judging of the windows, had their work cut out for them this year! While many downtown businesses decorated their storefronts, the twelve businesses that participated in the contest, amazed citizens away with their creativity. The winners were announced as follows:
1st Place - Watson’s Insurance
2nd Place - 36th Street Bakery & Café
3rd Place - Glamorous Productions
4th Place - Main Street Café
Honorable Mention-Estate Jewelers & Treasure’s On Main
The 4th of July Window Decorating Contest is a part of the DDA’s award-winning promotional event- Independents Days, which was recognized by the N.C. Main Street Center as Best Downtown Special Event in 2008.
Independents Days, in short, was created to celebrate locally owned and independent businesses in downtown Lincolnton. The event, which is held July 1 - 14, includes the Shop Local Challenge, the Find Your Independents Scavenger Hunt, the 4th of July window decorating contest, and – returning again this year - the 3/50 Project. Each event is intended to drive traffic into business, and to introduce new potential customers to their products and services.
If you have any questions about Independents Days or the 4th of July Window Decorating Contest, please contact The Downtown Development Association at 704-736-8915 or by emailing charitycarson@ci.lincolnton.nc.us. Thank you to all the participating businesses for your support in this patriotic event.
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Lincolnton Citizens Celebrate Independents Days
Independents Days is once again being celebrated in downtown Lincolnton July 1 - 14. Named "Best Downtown Special Event 2008" by the North Carolina Main Street Center, this year's Independents Days includes the Shop Local Challenge, the Find Your Independents scavenger hunt, and the 3/50 project.
The initiative was begun by the American Independent Business Alliance (AMIBA) as "Independents Week," but the Downtown Development Association's (DDA) Promotions Work Group put its own spin on the event by starting Independents Days, a two week long celebration of downtown Lincolnton's locally owned independent businesses, in 2008.
The Shop Local Challenge encourages the public to shop locally owned businesses first, and to keep track of items that are not available from such establishments. Lists of those items may be turned in to the DDA at the Business & Community Development office, 114 East Main Street, to help the organization in identifying products and services that could benefit the downtown community.
Perhaps one of the more popular activities of Independents Days is the Find Your Independents scavenger hunt. To play the game, participants pick up game cards at the Business & Community Development Office or other participating businesses. They then scour locally owned businesses in the downtown area in search of the unique items listed on the game cards. Clerks in each business will mark the card with a special sticker acknowledging that the items have been found. Once participants find all of the items, they will then turn their game cards in to the Business & Community Development office by July 14 where one will be randomly drawn on July 15 for a prize package filled with goodies from each of the following participating businesses: 36th Street Bakery & Café, Fausto’s Coffee, First Federal Savings Bank, Heavenly Paws Pet Grooming, Hi-Lites, Kate McCall, Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio/Studio 220, The Perfect Spot and Ride-A-Bike. No purchase is necessary to play the game.
"The game was developed to offer some incentive for people to visit downtown Lincolnton's locally owned independent businesses that they may not visit on a regular basis," said Cathy Davis, Chair of the DDA Promotions Work Group. "We hope that our participants discover something new downtown, whether it be a new business or an item that they did not know was available in Lincolnton."
The final facet of the promotion, the 3/50 Project, has swept the nation's independently owned businesses since its launch earlier this year. The project asks citizens to identify the three independently owned businesses that they would miss most if they were gone. Citizens are then encouraged to stop by those businesses - to pick up a small gift for a friend or even just to say hello - as a way of showing their support.
“Fifty comes from the idea that if even half the employed population spent a mere $50 per month in locally owned retail stores, those purchases would generate more than $42.6 billion in revenue,” said Cinda Baxter, creator of the 3/50 Project. “That's a huge impact for a relatively small investment.”
Approximately $68 remains in a community's economy for every $100 spent in locally owned stores. By contrast, only $43 per $100 remains local when spent in national chains; little or no revenue results from online purchases.
“In essence, the whole thing boils down to 'Pick 3, spend 50, save the economy.' It's really that
simple,” said Baxter.
More information on the 3/50 Project can be found at www.the350project.net, and more information on Independents Days can be obtained by calling Lincolnton Business & Community Development at (704) 736-8915 or visiting www.downtownlincolnton.blogspot.com.
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
First Friday Coffee and Conversation with Bob Terri Director of the UMAR Arts Center
First Friday Coffee and Conversation (FFCC) is this Friday morning at at 8am at 36th Street Bakery & Cafe. Our guest is Bob Terri the director of the new UMAR Arts Center in downtown Lincolnton. Come see the plans for this new Arts Center that will anchor the Academy Street Arts District in Downtown Lincolnton.
Designed to be a small informal discussion group to give downtown business and property owners and interested citizens the chance to express their opinions, make suggestions and ask questions about downtown and the community in general. The series encourages social interaction among citizens and builds community.
The idea for the Coffee and Conversation series is rooted in the community planning concept of “Third Places” popularized by Ray Oldenburg in his Book--The Great Good Place. The “first place’ is the home and the people one lives with. The ‘second place’ is the work place where everyone spends most of their time. Third places are meeting places such as cafes or coffee houses the ‘anchors’ of community life that facilitate and foster creative interaction and are welcoming and comfortable.
A community's well-being is dependent on the quality of relationships among the citizens of that community. Infrastructure, roads, water, sewer, electricity and housing provides the shell within which people live. It is within this shell that people do the things together that allow them to sustain livelihoods. These include but are not limited to education, health care, business, recreation, and spiritual celebration. People working together with shared understandings and expectations are what provide a place of strong community.
You are invited to this uniquely local experience. Each month a business or community leader participates in the conversation. There are no formal presentations or programs. The topics for discussion will be focused on whatever interests those that attend. The event is BYOC--That's Buy Your Own Coffee.
Designed to be a small informal discussion group to give downtown business and property owners and interested citizens the chance to express their opinions, make suggestions and ask questions about downtown and the community in general. The series encourages social interaction among citizens and builds community.
The idea for the Coffee and Conversation series is rooted in the community planning concept of “Third Places” popularized by Ray Oldenburg in his Book--The Great Good Place. The “first place’ is the home and the people one lives with. The ‘second place’ is the work place where everyone spends most of their time. Third places are meeting places such as cafes or coffee houses the ‘anchors’ of community life that facilitate and foster creative interaction and are welcoming and comfortable.
A community's well-being is dependent on the quality of relationships among the citizens of that community. Infrastructure, roads, water, sewer, electricity and housing provides the shell within which people live. It is within this shell that people do the things together that allow them to sustain livelihoods. These include but are not limited to education, health care, business, recreation, and spiritual celebration. People working together with shared understandings and expectations are what provide a place of strong community.
You are invited to this uniquely local experience. Each month a business or community leader participates in the conversation. There are no formal presentations or programs. The topics for discussion will be focused on whatever interests those that attend. The event is BYOC--That's Buy Your Own Coffee.
New UMAR Arts Center of Lincolnton to Anchor Academy Street Arts District Downtown
Anchoring downtown Lincolnton's developing Academy Street Arts District the new UMAR Arts Center is located at 202 East Main Street. Soon the building formerly housing Creative Travel & Rainbow Vacuum will be transformed into a retail gallery and studio for artists working in a variety of art mediums.
The UMAR ARTS Program organizes partnerships with artists from the community to teach various forms of art to adults with disabilities. Program participants have the opportunity to learn about, create and display for sale, different forms of visual art such as painting, pottery, and digital photography.
As program participants gain skills in their chosen art mediums, they also receive critical job training. UMAR has extensive experience in job training for adults with disabilities and the arts curriculum follows the same education process. After training, program participants are placed in competitive employment in the community as support for artists in locations such as galleries, museums, frame shops, ceramics studios, retail stores, catering or performing art venues.
The UMAR ARTS Program offers morning and afternoon sessions with participation at the center as well as in the community. Morning sessions include classes such as Art Redesign, Mixed Media, Drawing & Painting, Paint Exploration, Clay Sculpture and Photography. Community-based afternoon field trips include attendance at arts shows, gallery crawls.
UMAR is a nonprofit organization that promotes community inclusion, independence and growth for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through residential, employment and cultural enrichment opportunities. Since 1983, UMAR has pioneered diverse supports for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across western North Carolina.
In addition to the UMAR Arts Program local artists can rent upstairs studio space and have display/sales space in the Art Center gallery. For more information on the UMAR Arts Center Contact Bob Terri UMAR Arts Center Director 813-416-1844
The UMAR ARTS Program organizes partnerships with artists from the community to teach various forms of art to adults with disabilities. Program participants have the opportunity to learn about, create and display for sale, different forms of visual art such as painting, pottery, and digital photography.
As program participants gain skills in their chosen art mediums, they also receive critical job training. UMAR has extensive experience in job training for adults with disabilities and the arts curriculum follows the same education process. After training, program participants are placed in competitive employment in the community as support for artists in locations such as galleries, museums, frame shops, ceramics studios, retail stores, catering or performing art venues.
The UMAR ARTS Program offers morning and afternoon sessions with participation at the center as well as in the community. Morning sessions include classes such as Art Redesign, Mixed Media, Drawing & Painting, Paint Exploration, Clay Sculpture and Photography. Community-based afternoon field trips include attendance at arts shows, gallery crawls.
UMAR is a nonprofit organization that promotes community inclusion, independence and growth for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through residential, employment and cultural enrichment opportunities. Since 1983, UMAR has pioneered diverse supports for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across western North Carolina.
In addition to the UMAR Arts Program local artists can rent upstairs studio space and have display/sales space in the Art Center gallery. For more information on the UMAR Arts Center Contact Bob Terri UMAR Arts Center Director 813-416-1844
Thursday, April 21, 2011
"Cruise-In" to Downtown Lincolnton May 1st
Classic car owners and enthusiasts will unite at the Downtown Lincolnton May Cruise-In on Sunday, May 1, 2011, between 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. The semi-annual event attracts over 300 classic cars, including a wide range from hot-rods to American muscle to classic cruisers. The Downtown Development Association of Lincolnton and Holy Cross Lutheran Church partner to host the event, which is open to all cars and trucks manufactured in or before 1974. The family friendly event closes down East Main Street between Court Square and Laurel Street and is open to the public and free for spectators.
For more information on this event, please contact the Downtown Development Association at 704.736.8915 or 114 E Main Street.
Alive After Five now on Fridays
The Downtown Development Association of Lincolnton has announced the schedule for the 2011 Alive After Five Summer Concert Series. The series will take place on a NEW DAY... Friday evenings, and at a NEW TIME...7:00 p.m.
"We are really excited about this year’s Alive After Five concert series. We hope having the concerts on Friday evenings will draw a larger crowd and give families a fun way to start their weekend," said Crystal Gettys, Chair of the Downtown Development Association.
The concerts are held on the fourth Friday of each month, April through August {with the exception of April, due to Good Friday falling on the fourth Friday}, from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. on the Court Square at East Main Street in downtown Lincolnton. The events are free and open to the public. Lawn chairs are encouraged, but no coolers will be allowed.
Alive After Five Summer Concert Series Schedule:
April 29 – The Extraordinaires (Beach/Variety)
May 27- Another Lost Year (Rock)
June 24 – Fantastic Shakers (Beach/Variety)
July 22 – Matt Walsh (Blues)
August 26 – Ocean Boulevard (Beach)
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
2011 Hog Happenin' Volunteers Needed
With only 43 days left until Lincolnton's 11th annual Hog Happenin', the City of Lincolnton and the Downtown Development Association are busy putting all the final details together for the BBQ & Biker Fest...and we need your HELP!
If you are interested in Volunteering at this family fun event, please contact the Downtown Development Association of Lincolnton at 704.736.8915 or volunteer@downtownlincolnton.org
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Artwork for the 2011 Art Crawl done by Local Artist
Painting by Lincolnton Artist Laurie Bostian
of Personal Artist Studio & Gallery
The 2011 Art Crawl Downtown Lincolnton featured over 80 local artists, including downtown's very own Laurie Bostian, owner of Personal Artist Studio & Gallery. Bostian was clearly inspired by our historic downtown when she painted this vibrant scene for the 2011 Art Crawl's artwork. The artwork was used on all the event's promotional items, including posters, fliers and t-shirts.
Bostian, who specializes in portraits, was born in Sugar Tit, South Carolina and raised in North Carolina, so her southern roots have influenced her greatly. She graduated from Appalachian State University in1994. After teaching Kindergarten and First Grade, she left education for awhile and had two beautiful and very entertaining boys! She worked her way back into the art field and gradually combined her two passions- art and teaching, which is what the Personal Artist Studio & Gallery is all about.
We will miss Laurie when she closes her studio doors at the end of May...But don't worry...You will still be able to find her in downtown. She will be teaching classes a couple nights a week at the Lincoln Cultural Center. Be sure to check out the Art Camp she will be teaching this summer.
Bostian has turned the Art Crawl painting and other Lincolnton historical sites into prints that can be purchased for as little as $10. Framed pieces start at $175. Note cards of the paintings are sold as a set for just $10 and can be purchased at the Lincoln County/Lincolnton Chamber of Commerce. For more information on the unframed and framed prints, please contact Laurie by visiting her at Personal Artist Studio & Gallery. Art Crawl T-shirts can still be purchased for $10 at the Lincoln Cultural Center or the Business and Community Development Office.
Crowds flock to Downtown Lincolnton for the 2011 Art Crawl
Photo by Melaney Dawn Crouse Photography
The second annual Art Crawl Downtown Lincolnton, which took place on March 18, 2011, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., was a huge success! The event was sponsored by First Federal Savings Bank and was a collaboration between a handful of downtown organizations, including: the Arts Council of Lincoln County, Downtown Development Association of Lincolnton, Lincolnton-Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce, Lincoln Cultural Center, and Lincoln County Historical Association.
Artists were paired with merchants in downtown Lincoln who transformed their buildings into mini art galleries. The event featured nearly 40 participating businesses and more than 85 artists from Lincoln County that include potters, photographers, wood turners, poets, musicians, bead artists, folk artists, soap makers, sculptors, and so many more. The event included fun, food, music, and art which in turn brought over 1,000 spectators into our historic downtown.
Thank you to all the businesses and artists that participating in the event. The event could not have been such a wonderful success without each and every one of you. We look forward to seeing you at next year’s Art Crawl Downtown Lincolnton!
Shop 'Til You Drop At Downtown Lincolnton's Spring Fling
The Downtown Development Association of Lincolnton {DDA} is blossoming with excitement as they put the final touches on this weekend's Spring Fling!
Come join the DDA this Saturday, April 16, from 10 am-4 pm, as downtown Lincolnton welcomes spring with a shopping event. Spring Fling is an event where existing downtown retailers, along with craft vendors, home and garden merchants, artists, and many others will be set up along the sidewalks of downtown for your shopping enjoyment. To make the Spring Fling a complete family event, a Kid’s Zone will be available with a bounce house, face painting, spring inspired crafts, and much more for the entire family.
There will be something in downtown Lincolnton for everyone to enjoy. And don’t forget to come into town early and visit the Lincoln County Farmer’s Market before enjoying the Spring Fling. The NC Cooperative Extension kicks off this year’s Farmer’s Market at 7:00 a.m., April 16th, at 225 West Water Street in downtown Lincolnton.
For more information on the event, please contact the Business and Community Development Office at 704-736-8915, charitycarson@ci.lincolnton.nc.us or stop by 114 East Main Street, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
First Friday Coffee & Conversation w/ Special Guest Officer Kameron Keener
First Friday Coffee and Conversation (FFCC) is this Friday morning at at 8am at 36th Street Bakery & Cafe. Our guest is Police Officer Kameron Keener.
Designed to be a small informal discussion group to give downtown business and property owners and interested citizens the chance to express their opinions, make suggestions and ask questions about downtown and the community in general. The series will encourage social interaction among citizens and build community.
The idea for the Coffee and Conversation series is rooted in the community planning concept of “Third Places” popularized by Ray Oldenburg in his Book--The Great Good Place. The “first place’ is the home and the people one lives with. The ‘second place’ is the work place where everyone spends most of their time. Third places are meeting places such as cafes or coffee houses the ‘anchors’ of community life that facilitate and foster creative interaction and are welcoming and comfortable.
A community's well-being is dependent on the quality of relationships among the citizens of that community. Infrastructure, roads, water, sewer, electricity and housing provides the shell within which people live. It is within this shell that people do the things together that allow them to sustain livelihoods. These include but are not limited to education, health care, business, recreation, and spiritual celebration. People working together with shared understandings and expectations are what provide a place of strong community.
Come take part in this new local experience. Each month a business or community leader will be invited to participate in the conversation. DDA's guest Friday is Police Officer Kameron Keener . There are no formal presentations or programs. The topics for discussion will be focused on whatever interests those that attend. The event is BYOC--That's Buy Your Own Coffee.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Lincolnton Is Getting Energized For Art Crawl Downtown Lincolnton 2011
With less than two weeks before the second annual Art Crawl Downtown Lincolnton, the Arts Council of Lincoln County, Downtown Development Association of Lincolnton, Lincolnton-Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce, Lincoln Cultural Center, and Lincoln County Historical Association are preparing posters and maps to distribute throughout Lincoln County. Sponsored by First Federal Savings Bank, the Art Crawl will light up the streets of downtown Lincolnton on March 18, 2011, from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. This year will feature nearly 40 participating businesses and more than 85 artists that include potters, photographers, wood turners, poets, musicians, bead artists, folk artists, soap makers, sculptors, and so many more.
Look for Art Crawl posters at participating merchants’ buildings in downtown, and starting March 11, 2011, organizers will have Art Crawl maps available at locations around Downtown Lincolnton, Denver, and throughout Lincoln County.
For more information please see our website at www.artslincolnnc.org.
Thursday, March 3, 2011
DDA Welcomes George Wood to FFCC
First Friday Coffee and Conversation (FFCC) is in the Morning at at 8am at 36th Street Bakery & Cafe. Our guest is County Manager George Wood.
Designed to be a small informal discussion group to give downtown business and property owners and interested citizens the chance to express their opinions, make suggestions and ask questions about downtown and the community in general. The series will encourage social interaction among citizens and build community.
The idea for the Coffee and Conversation series is rooted in the community planning concept of “Third Places” popularized by Ray Oldenburg in his Book--The Great Good Place. The “first place’ is the home and the people one lives with. The ‘second place’ is the work place where everyone spends most of their time. Third places are meeting places such as cafes or coffee houses the ‘anchors’ of community life that facilitate and foster creative interaction and are welcoming and comfortable.
A community's well-being is dependent on the quality of relationships among the citizens of that community. Infrastructure, roads, water, sewer, electricity and housing provides the shell within which people live. It is within this shell that people do the things together that allow them to sustain livelihoods. These include but are not limited to education, health care, business, recreation, and spiritual celebration. People working together with shared understandings and expectations are what provide a place of strong community.
Come take part in this new local experience. Each month a business or community leader will be invited to participate in the conversation. DDA's guest Friday is County Manager George Wood. There are no formal presentations or programs. The topics for discussion will be focused on whatever interests those that attend. The event is BYOC--That's Buy Your Own Coffee.
Designed to be a small informal discussion group to give downtown business and property owners and interested citizens the chance to express their opinions, make suggestions and ask questions about downtown and the community in general. The series will encourage social interaction among citizens and build community.
The idea for the Coffee and Conversation series is rooted in the community planning concept of “Third Places” popularized by Ray Oldenburg in his Book--The Great Good Place. The “first place’ is the home and the people one lives with. The ‘second place’ is the work place where everyone spends most of their time. Third places are meeting places such as cafes or coffee houses the ‘anchors’ of community life that facilitate and foster creative interaction and are welcoming and comfortable.
A community's well-being is dependent on the quality of relationships among the citizens of that community. Infrastructure, roads, water, sewer, electricity and housing provides the shell within which people live. It is within this shell that people do the things together that allow them to sustain livelihoods. These include but are not limited to education, health care, business, recreation, and spiritual celebration. People working together with shared understandings and expectations are what provide a place of strong community.
Come take part in this new local experience. Each month a business or community leader will be invited to participate in the conversation. DDA's guest Friday is County Manager George Wood. There are no formal presentations or programs. The topics for discussion will be focused on whatever interests those that attend. The event is BYOC--That's Buy Your Own Coffee.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Save the Date for Spring Fling 2011
Save the Date
for
Downtown Lincolnton's
2011 Spring Fling
April 16, 2011
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Mark your calendar now for the shopping event of the Spring! Downtown retailers, along with local food & merchandise vendors, will line Lincolnton’s sidewalks with SALES that can’t be missed.And be sure to bring the kids…Our “Kid’s Zone”will be filled with fun, featuring a Bounce House, face painting and spring inspired kid’s art crafts!
To be a vendor or for additional information regarding this event, please contact the Business & Community Development office at 704-736-8915 or charitycarson@ci.lincolnton.nc.us or visit www.lovablelincolnton.org
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
First Friday Coffee & Conversation
Join the Downtown Development Association at the fourth meeting in new series ~ First Friday Coffee & Conversation {FFCC}. We will meet Friday, February 4th, 8:00 a.m. at the 36th Street Bakery & Cafe. Our special guest this month is the President of the Lincolnton-Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce, Ken Kindley. All are welcome to come!
The FFCC’s intention is to brew up intelligent dialogue between
interested citizens about issues facing downtown and the
community. There will be no formal presentations or programs.
The topics for discussion will be focused on whatever interests of those that attend. You can share your ideas about downtown, get a
specific question answered or just chat about a common interest.
The event is free and open to the public.
It is BYOC---that’s Buy Your Own Coffee!
Bring Your Suggestions for 2011…
We’re Listening!
HESED House of Hope Hosts the Bourbon Street Ball
In celebration of HESED House of Hope opening their new shelter, they are hosting the Bourbon Street Ball~A Mardi Gras Celebration!
Come dressed to impress to the masquerade ball which will be held February 19, 2011. The celebration will begin at 6:00 p.m. at the beautiful Verdict Ridge Country Club located in Denver.
Tickets are $30 per person and are available at the First National Bank & the Fifth Third Bank {Waterside Crossing}.
For additional information, please call 704.735.9010. Black tie optional.
Last Chance to Purchase Your 'A Place to Grow' Quilt Raffle Tickets
The Downtown Development Association {DDA} will be selling tickets for a Quilt Raffle sponsored by A Place to Grow and the United Way through the end of the week.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to win a one-of-a-kind quilt made especially for A Place to Grow by their friends at Kohl’s of Mooresville. All proceeds support A Place to Grow, Lincoln County’s ONLY developmental preschool for children with special needs.
Tickets are just $2 each or 3 for $5
The winning ticket will be drawn at their Sweetheart Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, February 12th, 2011, at Fatz Café. The winning ticket will not need to be present at the drawing. Tickets for the Pancake Breakfast are available as well.
To purchase tickets, please stop by the Lincolnton Business & Community Development office at 114 E Main Street. For additional information, please call A Place to Grow at 704.732.1745.
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