Archives: Appleton Downtown Inc.

National PBS documentary to feature Juneteenth in Appleton

Posted on Jun 30, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

A new documentary on PBS about the history of Juneteenth and the celebrations surrounding it also features Appleton’s past struggles with racial equality and strides to be inclusive. Filmmaker Michael Emery examines the history of Juneteenth and the significance of the day that marks the official end of slavery in the United States. In the [...Read More]

Park Once and Ride the Downtown Trolley

Posted on Jun 25, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

This free trolley makes a complete loop of Downtown and the Riverfront every 30 minutes with scheduled stops along the way. It departs from the Transit Center (next to the Appleton Public Library) at 15 and 45 minutes past the hour.) Look for the black, green and red trolley stop signs! Park in one of the Downtown [...Read More]

Parking Meter Changes Coming Saturday

Posted on Jun 24, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

Filling the parking meter in downtown Appleton will cost less and be more convenient starting Saturday. Following a recommendation by a consultant in February and Common Council approval earlier this month, the hours of enforcement at meters downtown will be scaled back by three hours. Currently the hours are from 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. but [...Read More]

Crazy Sweet's Mile of Music Golden Ticket Giveaway

Posted on Jun 17, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

“We are the music makers, and we are the dreamers of dreams”. These words uttered by Gene Wilder in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, could have been written for the upcoming Mile of Music Golden Ticket Giveaway put on by Crazy Sweet, the candy store on College Avenue in Appleton. Co-owners Dale Ver Voort, [...Read More]

Heid Music Summer 2015 Concert Series Lineup

Posted on Jun 10, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

Heid Music Summer Concert Series - Thursdays June 4 through August 27, 5:30-8:30pm: Move and groove to the music of the summer on center stage in Downtown Appleton!. Your favorite adult malt beverages, soda and water will all be available, along with food from your favorite Downtown bars, restaurants and vendors in the park. While you [...Read More]

Voted Best Overall Restaurant Good Company is a Favorite Downtown Dining Spot

Posted on Jun 4, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

Voted "Best Overall Restaurant" in the annual Post Crescent “Best of” contest, it is no wonder that Good Company's classic menu, and unique ambiance has attracted many locals and tourists alike since it's opening in 1980. Experience casual dining in an atmosphere that can only be found in this 100 year old building. A great [...Read More]

Appleton’s annual Street Music Week brings local performers to College Avenue in June

Posted on Jun 2, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

Get ready, Appleton! Street Music is back on College Avenue starting on Monday, June 8. After joining sister-city, Spokane, Wash., in 2013, music lovers and performers alike will again enjoy this dynamic event all next week. The sidewalks of downtown will fill with noon-hour music and entertainment in celebration of the event, June 8-12, 2015. [...Read More]

Downtown Placemakers Campaign Growing with Community Support

Posted on May 29, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

In April, we officially announced our Downtown Placemakers campaign, and in just a month we hit a major milestone: we've already raised more than $1,000! Hard-working staff, dedicated volunteers, unique businesses, and a supportive community are among the vital ingredients for this early success. But the essential element is the donors! The individual men and [...Read More]

65th Annual Flag Day Parade is June 13th

Posted on May 28, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

The City of Appleton Parade Committee has announced The 65th Annual Flag Day Parade is scheduled for Saturday, June 13th at 2:00 p.m. The event is recognized as the oldest Flag Day Parade in the nation. The parade will be a tribute to the United States Navy and honor the many faces of freedom. This [...Read More]

Vulcan Plant Historical Marker Dedication

Posted on May 27, 2015 by Appleton Downtown Inc.

The City of Appleton Historic Preservation Commission will commemorate the Vulcan Street Plant Replica Building with a historical marker at a dedication ceremony on Friday May 29. The Vulcan Street Plant Replica Building is perhaps one of the earliest examples of a hydroelectric plant that sold electricity commercially and provided incandescent lighting service to the [...Read More]

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