Spring is fast approaching, and I think that everyone is getting excited for the summer sunshine. As an in-between season, spring tends to get a bad rep for being full of rain and dirty snow. It is imperative that we … Continue reading Springtime In Downtown Alpena
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The City of Alpena is getting ready for another busy boating season at the Alpena Marina. Located just a short walk from the heart of downtown, the marina is a popular destination for transient and seasonal boaters, fishers, and visitors … Continue reading City continues updates at the Alpena Marina, approves leases for repair shop and gourmet market in marina building
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Spring is in the air, and we are looking forward to another beautiful spring and summer season in Downtown Alpena. This year, a group of volunteers is leading an initiative to beautify the downtown by adding flowers near the tree … Continue reading Help beautify downtown this spring season
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The Alpena Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is looking for mural artists who want to paint a mural in Downtown Alpena this summer as part of the fourth year of the Fresh Waves project to introduce vibrant, inspired artwork to the … Continue reading Mural artists wanted for Fresh Waves 2022 in Downtown Alpena
Downtown Alpena’s first-ever Restaurant Week kicks off this Saturday! From February 19 through Saturday, February 26, 2022, enjoy special deals, promotions, and menu items at thirteen participating cafes, restaurants, and eateries downtown. The culinary scene in Downtown Alpena has been … Continue reading Downtown Alpena Restaurant Week kicks off this Saturday. Here’s all the specials
Enjoy nearly thirty sparkling ice sculptures on display throughout the streets of downtown, stores open late to warm up and shop, and burn barrels with cozy fires during the Alpena Ice Fest on Saturday, February 12, 2022 that starts off … Continue reading Browse nearly thirty ice sculptures throughout downtown at Ice Fest on February 12
Yesterday, the Alpena Downtown Development Authority (DDA) was notified the grant requests they submitted on behalf of two downtown businesses were selected for funding through the Match on Main Program through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. The Alpena DDA submitted … Continue reading Two downtown businesses selected for Match on Main funding totaling $46,250
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The Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library is preparing to open back to the public on Monday, November 15, 2021 after a $3.7 million renovation. The renovation was approved in August 2019 by Alpena County voters who supported the … Continue reading Library reopens after $3.7 million renovation
Halloween is only a few days a way, and there are plenty of ways to get in the spooky spirit this weekend in Downtown Alpena! Get your costumes ready and check out what’s going on downtown: 1.Trick-or-Treat Downtown tonight from … Continue reading Celebrate Halloween this weekend in Downtown Alpena
Join the statewide celebration of Michigan Downtown Day this Saturday in Downtown Alpena! This second-annual Downtown Day (September 25) is aimed to honor and support downtowns and the small businesses located within. The Michigan Downtown Association (MDA), a state-wide, non-profit organization and a driving force in the interest and growth of downtowns and communities throughout Michigan, made the push with Governor Whitmer last year to officially claim the fourth Saturday in September as Downtown Day. “Downtowns, and their small businesses, deserve to be celebrated for they distinguish a community, are the drivers of economic development, and help to offer a … Continue reading Celebrate Downtown Day this Saturday in Downtown Alpena
September 1, 2021 | Written by Kingsli Kraft The Alpena Downtown Development Authority (DDA) has made the difficult decision to postpone the Chili Chowder Cook-Off for 2021. Usually, the event takes place on the first Saturday in October and chefs … Continue reading Chili Chowder Cook-off Postponed for 2021
This weekend, come on down to Downtown Alpena to shop back-to-school locally during the Back to School Shopping event on August 21st, 2021. This will be a full day of shopping with sales, backpack giveaways, and giving back to local … Continue reading Shop and give back during the Back to School event in Downtown Alpena
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