by Nathan Litt I am a YAP--a Young Appleton Professional. I live, work, and play in Downtown Appleton and I love it! To paraphrase a favorite saying of a longtime Appleton resident: Downtown Appleton is the center of my universe. Age is what you make of it and while you don't have to be 25 [...Read More]
By Jamie Lefreniere with Fox Valley Symphony Orchestra What a great way to celebrate our 45th birthday! This Saturday we are having a birthday party at the PAC, followed by our Opening Night concert with two-time Grammy nominee Philippe Quint on violin. Mr. Quint will be performing Korngold's Violin Concerto, the piece that won him the nominations! [...Read More]
The Fox Valley Symphony Orchestra Association has selected a new executive director, Roseanna “Rosie” Cannizzo. She will lead all operational aspects of the adult and youth orchestras, from fund raising to ticket sales. “Though the search was national in scope, Rosie was found, literally, in our own backyard,” said Phil Snyder, symphony Board president. Cannizzo brings [...Read More]
Have you noticed the new signage at Downtowne Dental Group? Here is the view from the corner. And here is another sign on the building. Downtowne Dental Group is located at 230 N. Morrison St. Visit their website at www.downtownedental.com
by Chris Church from Fox Cities Convention and Visitors Bureau I first noticed the sign in the window at the Queen Bee restaurant in downtown Appleton which said they offered Afghani food on Thursdays at lunch. Because the Queen Bee is famous for its great breakfasts (you gotta try their hash browns—they’re awesome) as well [...Read More]
Stories From the Stones: Appleton's Civil War Soldiers Saturday, October 8 10:00 a.m. Location: Riverside Cemetery; meeting place at Riverside Chapel $5.00 per person for general public; $3.50 per History Museum member In honor of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, the Appleton Civil War Soldiers tour will explore the lives and service of some [...Read More]
On Saturday, September 17th, 2011, Sgt. Garrick Louis Eppinger, Jr. of Appleton was killed while serving with the 395th Ordnance Company of the United States Army Reserve in Afghanistan. This Saturday, September 24th is Appleton's Octoberfest. While the community comes together to celebrate, time will be taken out to honor this hometown hero. Each of [...Read More]
[slideshow] Globally Sound Fair Trade has a great selection of handbags. Find a bag that fits your personality at 604 W. College Ave. Hurry in while their are still lots of choices for you.
[slideshow] Enjoy these great photos of the Zuelke Building. Photos by Saylea Photography History of the Zuelke Building The Zuelke building built in the 1850's and the building became known as the Masonic Temple. This building was destroyed by fire in 1875 and the lot stood empty for five years. In 1880, a 3 story [...Read More]
10. Check out the Art & Craft booths, with over 180 vendors there is something for everyone! 9. Take this opportunity to stop in to see some of the local merchants. Or make a mental note of those you want to visit in the near future. With over 60 unique shops Downtown, there is something [...Read More]