Renovation begins at Thunder Bay Theatre
After over three years of being closed due to water and smoke damage following a fire at the John A. Lau Saloon in 2020, repairs and renovations to the Thunder Bay Theatre building, located at 400 N. Second Ave., have … Continue reading Renovation begins at Thunder Bay Theatre
Your Downtown, Your History! meeting this Thursday
Members of the community are invited to a meeting to learn about an upcoming project to document the history and architecture of Downtown Alpena. What: Your Downtown, Your History! Community Meeting When: Thursday, August 10, 2023 at 6:00 pm Where: … Continue reading Your Downtown, Your History! meeting this Thursday
First two mural locations announced for Fresh Waves 2023
The Alpena Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is excited to announce two new murals that will be painted as part of their Fresh Waves mural project this summer! The first mural will be painted mid-August on the back of 133 W. … Continue reading First two mural locations announced for Fresh Waves 2023
Flowers, art, joy fill Downtown Alpena for first ever Alpena Flower Festival
The first annual Alpena Flower Festival took place in Downtown Alpena, Michigan on Friday, June 2 & Saturday, June 3, 2023. Five local floral companies- Flowerland Designs, Lasting Expressions, Classic Designs by Doreen Thomas CF, Netta’s Nursery, and Falls Creek … Continue reading Flowers, art, joy fill Downtown Alpena for first ever Alpena Flower Festival
Seven things not to miss at the Alpena Flower Festival on June 2 & June 3
The first ever Alpena Flower Festival is coming up this Friday, June 2 and Saturday, June 3, 2023 in Downtown Alpena, Michigan! This new event will fill downtown with fresh flowers and kick off the summer season in Northeast Michigan. … Continue reading Seven things not to miss at the Alpena Flower Festival on June 2 & June 3
Statewide downtown workshop to be held in Downtown Alpena this June
This June, the Michigan Downtown Association (MDA) Summer Workshop will be held in Downtown Alpena. The workshop is expected to bring 50-60 downtown professionals from throughout the state to Downtown Alpena to enjoy a walking tour and networking event on … Continue reading Statewide downtown workshop to be held in Downtown Alpena this June
Downtown Alpena Wedding Guide
Updated May 1, 2023 Dreaming of your perfect wedding day in Downtown Alpena? We have an amazing list of all of the local florists, venues, and salons that you could possibly need to make your day magical! We are lucky … Continue reading Downtown Alpena Wedding Guide
Fresh Waves Project 2023 Artist Applications Now Open!
Over the past 5 years the Fresh Waves Mural Project has been working to help beautify Downtown Alpena and preserve the history of the community that surrounds it. The project aims to bring a fresh, new look to the downtown … Continue reading Fresh Waves Project 2023 Artist Applications Now Open!
My Glass Wings Receives Match on Main Grant
As a downtown, we love to see each other grow and expand their business and the offerings that they can bring to the community. This year, My Glass Wings was awarded a $25,000 grant through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s … Continue reading My Glass Wings Receives Match on Main Grant
Downtown Alpena Through the Decades Part 3
Downtown Alpena has grown from decade to decade in a way that it has become a new experience for each group of people that enter into it. As the downtown has grown, so have the businesses that are a part … Continue reading Downtown Alpena Through the Decades Part 3
2nd Annual Alpena Ice Fest is Coming Up!
After a very successful first year, the Alpena Ice Fest is kicking off for it’s 2nd annual event on Saturday, February 11th, 2023. This event, while very cold last year, was incredibly fun and busy. It will be starting at … Continue reading 2nd Annual Alpena Ice Fest is Coming Up!
DDA receives $14,350 grant to add murals in alleyways this summer
The Alpena Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is excited to announce they have received a grant for $14,350 for their 2023 Fresh Waves mural project. The grant, issued through the Michigan Arts & Culture Council, will allow the DDA to commission … Continue reading DDA receives $14,350 grant to add murals in alleyways this summer
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