Design Concepts For The District's Near  

West Side

Intersection of 1st and Stewart Ave. Rendering by Joe Lawniczak

Wausau Area Events, Inc. Wins State Award For Exhibitour 

On Friday, April 20, 2012, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation recognized Wausau Area Events for its production of Exhibitour; named "Best Downtown Special Event" at the 22nd Annual Wisconsin Main Street Awards! Exhibitour, a popular art and wine walk, was recognized for its popularity, growth and economic impact on the Wausau area in an award category that recognizes excellence in a single, downtown special event.

Exhibitour is coordinated by the Wausau Area Events Exhibitour Committee and is made possible with the hard work of more than 20 downtown business owners who transform their storefronts into temporary art galleries for one evening each spring.

This year, Exhibitour was held on Friday, May 18. The event featured 23 host galleries and the work of more than two-dozen local artists. According to coordinators, the event drew record numbers of event-goers to the River District this year. It was estimated that more than 2,000 guests strolled from storefront to storefront to take in a variety of artwork, meet featured artists, and enjoy samples of wine and hors d'oeuvres.

We congratulate and thank Wausau Area Events and all participating downtown businesses on receiving the Wisconsin Main Street title of "Best Downtown Special Event" for Exhibitour!

Exhibitour Committee Members: (pictured left to right) Danielle Taube, Rachael Carstens, Dawn Follendorf, Bruce Bohlken (Chair), Kari Rasmussen, Brad Bartell. Not pictured: Jane and Tom Neal (event founders) and Jim Rosenberg.

Main Street Wausau was a proud sponsor of this event.

Main Street Committee Minutes

It is important to our program that business and property owners in the River District are informed of the development activities our committees engage in on your behalf. For your convenience, we will be sending out monthly committee meeting minutes by email from our Promotion, Economic Development, Design and Organization committees to all business and property owners beginning late June. In the meantime, our April committee minutes can be found here.

We invite you to contact us with questions regarding our committees and their activities. You can also visit this link to learn more about each committee and to find information on becoming a committee volunteer.

Welcome To The River District  

Please join us in welcoming and getting to know these new businesses in our downtown community! Click on the business name to be directed to their website or Facebook page.

Inner Well: Offers a wide selection of stones, incense, candles, oils, jewelry, books and CDs for those who seek to lead a deeper, richer spiritual life. Owned and managed by Betty Pound. Washington Square (former City Pages location), 715.845.8766.

The Planted Seed: Your neighborhood bulk food market offering local, naturally raised poultry, beef, pork & lamb, and an ever-growing selection of spices, baking ingredients, gluten-free products, soups, snacks, and more! Owned and operated by Jon and Judy Brayton. 402 S. Ave., 715. 675.7216.    

Downtown Mission Church: Connecting with the thriving downtown culture to grow an authentic community of worship. Founded by Charlie Salamone. 316 Washington St., 715.846.5010.

Spoon-N-Yogurt: Offers a wide variety of frozen yogurt flavors and toppings to satisfy your inner cravings. Owned by Orval Quamme. 320 Third St., 715.842.4010.

Nicole's Boutique: Offers great fashion for women - head-to-toe - and truly outstanding customer service for all. Owned and managed by Nicole Chickering. 620 N Third Street, 715.359.8487

Again and Again: A resale shop offering a variety of quality antiques, books, house wares, tools, toys, jewelry and much more. Owned and managed by Jody Malsack. 630 N Third St., 715.298.1490.

Blossoms and Bows: Offers only the finest floral arrangements and gifts. Serving Wausau for 37 years and counting! Owned and managed by Charmaine Prewitt. 321 S 3rd Ave., 715.845.5208.

Collaborative Consulting: An information technology consulting firm serving clients across the United States of America. Dudley Tower, 781.565.2600.

Standing Ovations Consignment Boutique: Owner Barb Lutz is not retiring - she's repositioning after 13 years! Beginning June 1, Standing Ovations will be owned and managed by Maureen Perez. Washington Square, 715.849.3338.