Archives: Appleton Downtown Inc.

Willis of Wisconsin committed to growing the creative economy in Appleton!

Posted on Jul 10, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

Companies understand that creative placemaking contributes to a happier, more engaged workforce. That's why they support the work of the Creative Downtown Committee. We are thrilled to recognize Willis of Wisconsin as our first Corporate Placemaker for 2015! Their grant of $1,000 will bring new public art to downtown for the entire community to enjoy. [...Read More]

Downtown Appleton is Full of Positive, Creative Arts Outlets for Your Mind

Posted on Jul 9, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

Recently more attention is being given to the positive effect of art for your mind. Really! It gives the left side of your brain a chance to relax while it stimulates the right side of the brain and helps to ward off cognitive impairment according to a recent study by the Mayo Clinic http://www.chicagotribune.com/lifestyles/health/sc-hlth-0520-keeping-your-wits-20150514-story.html. [...Read More]

Summer Outdoor Film Series in Houdini Plaza

Posted on Jul 8, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

The summer outdoor film series begins July 22nd in Houdini Plaza with the movie Planes. The show starts at 8:30 pm. Appleton Public Library along with the YMCA, Building for Kids, Trout Museum of Art, P.A.C. are hosting these great family films in Houdini Plaza. Put these Summer movie family outings on your calendar. All [...Read More]

Angels Forever - Windows of Light Featuring Lisa Sell for Chalk on the Town

Posted on Jul 7, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

On Friday, July 17th Chalk on the Town "Summer in the City" will again feature the work of local chalk artists on College Avenue. Come and watch Lisa Sell chalk in front of Angels Forever - Windows of Light create another amazing work of chalk. A favorite of Chalk on the Town, Lisa Sell, Mixed Media Fantasy Artist has won Chalk on the [...Read More]

Review: SPEGASH Features Fresh Authentic Italian Foods at the Downtown Appleton Farm Market

Posted on Jul 6, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

SPEGASH, a Farm Market vendor located in between Morrison St. and Durkee St., on the south side of the street, features fresh authentic Italian foods. Rudy makes the best Cannoli’s in the area. His pastry is light and airy with a sweet rich creamy filling. The filling is mouth watering and delightful, with just the [...Read More]

Review: Cooking with Sea Salt and Apricot Oil from Farm Market Vendor Mainlea Cooking

Posted on Jul 6, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

MAINLEA COOKING, LLC, a Farm Market vendor located on Oneida St, features Cold Pressed Certified Organic Avocado Oil, Apricot Kernel Oil, Grapeseed Oil, and Non-GMO Sea Salts for grilling and for seafood. I had the Firewood Sea Salt as a rub for my tenderloin before grilling it on the gas grill. One can definitely taste [...Read More]

Cupcake Decorating Featured at the Midweek Farm Market

Posted on Jul 6, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

At the Midweek Farm Market on July 1st, as a part of the ADI intern team, we put on our first Midweek Market Special Feature. Our goal for this summer is to increase the attendance at the Midweek Farm Market by hosting and promoting special events at the market appealing to all ages. For our [...Read More]

Mediterranean Roasted Vegetable Recipe Earns Appleton Girl a Trip to the White House

Posted on Jul 2, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

First Lady Michelle Obama, the WGBH Educational Foundation, the Department of Education, and the Department of Agriculture recently announced the winners of the 2015 Healthy Lunchtime Challenge, a nationwide recipe challenge to promote healthy lunches as part of the First Lady’s Let’s Move! initiative. Wisconsin’s winning recipe was submitted by Anna Ganser, age 10, a [...Read More]

Chalk on the Town is an Inclusive Event for All Artists

Posted on Jul 1, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

Kudos to Appleton Downtown for bringing Chalk on the Town to our monthly Art on the Town event. I have watched it grow in participation and talent, and truly enjoy seeing how the creative minds interpret the chosen theme. There are some very talented people who know how to use the chalk medium, that result in beautiful drawings on [...Read More]

A Video Tour of Crazy Sweet

Posted on Jun 30, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQ1dtu7P4Ew] Meet Dale and Mary of Crazy Sweet on College Avenue in downtown Appleton. Crazy Sweet is located at 201 W. College Ave. will satisfy your sweet tooth.

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Archives: Appleton Downtown Inc.

Willis of Wisconsin committed to growing the creative economy in Appleton!

Downtown Appleton is Full of Positive, Creative Arts Outlets for Your Mind

Summer Outdoor Film Series in Houdini Plaza

Angels Forever - Windows of Light Featuring Lisa Sell for Chalk on the Town

Review: SPEGASH Features Fresh Authentic Italian Foods at the Downtown Appleton Farm Market

Review: Cooking with Sea Salt and Apricot Oil from Farm Market Vendor Mainlea Cooking

Cupcake Decorating Featured at the Midweek Farm Market

Mediterranean Roasted Vegetable Recipe Earns Appleton Girl a Trip to the White House

Chalk on the Town is an Inclusive Event for All Artists

A Video Tour of Crazy Sweet

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