Photo by Elizabeth Becker, Seaport Photography
November 2015 Update
November Events


Nov. 15, Staged Reading of "Rounding Third" at 2:30 pm at Key City Public Theatre and a Port Townsend Little League Benefit show at 7:30, see more details here.

Nov. 17, Business Owner Education: Use Your Business to Fund Retirement Plans and Maximize Social Security at The Business Guides.
at NW Maritime Center featuring Night Navigation, Radar and the Simulator.

 
Nov. 20, 4th Annual Business-to-Business Symposium at The CoLab.
 
 
Nov. 22, Join the ReCyclery and Boiler Room for Cranksgiving; a food drive on two wheels. Part bike ride, part food drive, part scavenger hunt. 
 
 
Nov. 26, Happy Thanksgiving!

Nov. 27-28, Port Townsend Arts Guild Holiday Craft Sale at the Community Center (620 Tyler St.) from 10 am to 5 pm both days. 

Nov. 28-29, Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion's 4th Annual Holiday Bazaar at the American Legion Hall.
 
original artwork by Amanda Kingsley
Nov. 27, Black Friday--kick off of Main Street "Look Here First" local shopping campaign. RING IN THE HOLIDAYS IN PORT TOWNSEND - "Look Here First!" for holiday experiences; from shopping and dining to magical events, Port Townsend is packed with holiday fun this season. There are thousands of gifts right here in our historic seaport and arts community. When you buy locally, it gives back to our economy, which is a gift to our community. Individually-owned businesses offer the personal touch and are a welcome contrast to anonymous malls. Gifts from our destination stores, Port Townsend restaurant gift certificates, movie passes, theatre tickets, and local artwork are examples of thoughtful gifts your loved ones will remember long after the holidays. 
 
Wild Rose
and Small Business Saturday - Caroling in the streets with the Wild Rose Chorale from 2-4 pm, in-store treats, many shops open later til 7 pm.
News Around The Block


Rotary Club of Port Townsend's 13th Annual Holiday Greens Fundraiser is happening now! Fine quality holiday greenery to raise funds for supporting community projects and local groups helping those in need. $25 each for a 22 inch Mixed Wreath or 28 inch Swag. Orders due by Nov. 20th and will be delivered in Thanksgiving week. Contact David Goldsmith at 360-301-0501 for more information. Order online here.

Parentmap recently ran an article Recharge Card: Fantastic Retreat Options for Seattle-area Moms and named Fort Worden as a place to learn woodworking by the sea or enjoy a workshop with the
Centrum Foundation. What they failed to mention is the many Day Spas, Fantastic Restaurants and Yoga Studios we also have, now that's what many moms need to recharge...beautiful scenery with peace and quiet!

Port Townsend was also named as one of the 10 Most Beautiful Towns in Washington by The Culture Trip. "In addition to the wonderful eateries, galleries, and shops found in Port Townsend, the town also hosts many events throughout the year, including the Victorian Festival and award-winning theatrical productions at Key City Public Theatre."

Have a special event coming up, anniversary or news you would like us to share? SEND US YOUR NEWS AROUND THE BLOCK to admin@ptmainstreet.org -- Thank you!
Looking Ahead:

galatea at ChristmasSanta visit 2012 
COMMERCIAL SPACE AVAILABLE IN THE HISTORIC DISTRICTS

 Great commercial space available for your business on the MOST travelled block in Port Townsend.  1482 square feet.  First time this space has been offered in over 25 years!  913 Water Street.  To view or for more information, please contact the property manager at 360-385-0553.  

Retail Space for Rent at Flagship Landing Click here for space descriptions and details. 

For available spaces Uptown and Downtown 
visit Main Street's website  here. 
Celebrating 30 years in 2015!

The Port Townsend Main Street Program
211 Taylor St. Suite 3
Port Townsend, WA 98368            
360-385-7911
www.ptmainstreet.org 
In This Issue
Become a Member

Commercial revitalization under the Main Street Program is proven to have positive effects on the economic health throughout the community in which our two vibrant historic districts reside.  If you love Port Townsend, consider becoming a member of the Port Townsend Main Street Program today!

 
Be a part of making it all happen in our historic districts--Uptown and Downtown. Join us!




220 Battery Way
Port Townsend, WA
(360) 344-4459

Non-profit Friends of Fort Worden provides both financial and volunteer support for park improvements and programs not funded by the state parks system.
2015 Port Townsend Events
 
Nov. 27
Black Friday--Kick off of Main Street "Look Here First" local shopping

Nov. 27-28
PT Arts Guild Holiday Craft Sale
 
Nov. 28
Main Street Merchants' Open House & Small Business Saturday

Dec. 3-20
Key City Public Theatre presents "A Christmas Story" (Thur.-Sun.)
 
Dec. 5
Main Street 
Treelighting & Santa Visit

Art Walk and PT Shorts 

Dec. 12
PT Main Street/Kiwanis Choo Choo Rides
&
Victorian Yuletide Salon coordinated by Olympic Peninsula Steam
&
Yuletide Ball coordinated by Olympic Peninsula Steam
&
Holiday Homes Tour coordinated by Victorian Society, NW Chapter
 
Dec. 19
PT Main Street/Kiwanis Choo Choo Rides
& 
Port Townsend Paper Co. Tree Decorating Contest
&
Open Parlor Tour
coordinated by Olympic Peninsula Steam
&
Last PT Farmers Market in Uptown

Dec. 26-27
The Santaland Diaries by David Sedaris at Key City Public Theatre

Dec. 31  
First Night Celebration coordinated by Jefferson County Historical Society
&
New Year's Eve Gala at Fort Worden Commons

Jan 1, 2016
New Year's Day Brunch at Fort Worden Commons
  
(Events Subject to Change)
The Port Townsend Main Street Program would like to acknowledge and thank all the participants in the 2014 Main Street Tax Incentive Program.  
Thank you for putting your state B&O tax dollars to work here in our community and simultaneously benefiting your business. We appreciate it very much!
 
The Tax Incentive Cap was met May 1, 2015! Thank you to everyone who pledged early this year! Please send in your check to the Port Townsend Main Street Program office by December 31st, 2015 to be eligible for your tax credits. We will be in contact soon about 2016 pledges. NEW PLEDGES for 2016 may be accepted as of 12:01 am January 1st, 2016! To find out more about the Main Street Tax Incentive Program, visit our website.

"Fostering economic vitality and preservation of place within our historic business districts...while maintaining our small town quality of life."

 
Port Townsend Main Street Program | (360) 385-7911 | admin@ptmainstreet.org | www.ptmainstreet.org
211 Taylor St., Suite 3
Port Townsend, WA 98368

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