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 Is your business looking for a commercial space downtown to put your retail shop, office or restaurant? Look no further than Main Street Bartlesville. We maintain an updated list of commercial spaces including descriptions, lease costs, terms, and amenities including a photograph and contact information. Go to Main Street Bartlesville Website to download the listing or to submit your property. |
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February 2016 Reinvestment Report Statistics
Oklahoma Main Street Program (OKMSP) requires all its Main Street cities to submit Monthly Reinvestment Reports in order to maintain their status. If Main Street Bartlesville (MSB) misses 3 reports, it will lose access to the free services provided by OKMSP, including architectural and business development services, training, and much more.
The purpose of the reinvestment report is to show the investment being made in downtown, both private and public. The information collected includes renovations and new construction, properties sold, businesses coming into and those leaving downtown, new jobs and jobs lost. Volunteer hours are also included in this report. All information provided to Main Street Bartlesville for the report is kept confidential.
For February 2016, $304,000 in renovations were invested, 2 jobs were added and 1 business opened. A total of 230 hours were put in by Main Street volunteers.
Cumulative numbers since Main Street Bartlesville's inception in October 2010: $13,722,566 private investment (renovations, new construction, properties purchased); 268 jobs added and 64 businesses opened (net); $672,500 public investment; and 20,395 hours put in by Main Street volunteers.
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For your benefit, Main Street Bartlesville is providing this quick update about what is happening in downtown Bartlesville to keep you informed. If you ever have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us for more information.
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Caney River Bridge Project
Bartlesville has many historic landmarks and events b
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ut the Caney River Bridge is a special one. Built in 1937, the Caney River Bridge spans Caney River next to Johnstone Park and connects Dewey to Bartlesville via Highway 123. The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) evaluated the bridge and dam and determined both are eligible for National Register of Historic Places.
Due to its age, Oklahoma Department of Transportation (OKDOT) has ruled the Caney River Bridge is deficient and either needs repairs or needs replaced. Our community has a big say in whether the bridge is repaired, as Oklahoma state laws are very strict about how to handle historic bridges. There are ultimately three options: repair the bridge, remove and replace bridge, replace bridge and leave existing bridge as a pedestrian bridge.
OKDOT will be holding a public forum soon to get further community input. MSB will announce when a time and place has been decided upon to encourage participation.
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Simply Ballroom Dances into Downtown
Ever dreamed of flawlessly moving across the dance floor like the professionals on "Dancing With the Stars?". Now is the time to lace up your dancing shoes and head downtown to Simply Ballroom. Located at 117 SE Frank Phillips Blvd., Simply Ballroom offers private and group ballroom dance lessons to beginners and professionals alike.
Owners Matt and Laura Colter are excited to bring ballroom dancing to downtown Bartlesville. If you are looking to perfect your dance for a wedding, looking to meet new people, or even some exercise, Simply Ballroom is the place to go. Various dance styles are taught such as the Foxtrot, the Waltz, the Tango, Rumba, along with many others.
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April Events in Downtown Bartlesville
There are no April Showers on this month's event calendar but instead fundraisers, parties, and music. Be sure to make plans and come downtown to enjoy! For a full list of calendar submissions, please visit the Main Street Bartlesville calendar page.
- April 2: Bartlesville Symphony Orchestra Hoedown Party
- April 3: Ballet in the 'Ville
- April 3: "Big Band" Presented by the Choral Society
- April 5: Taste of Home
- April 29-30: Bartlesville Community Foundation Green Country Four Ball
- April 30: Martha's Task Purse N Ali Tea
- April 30: Kierston White at Ambler Hall
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New Downtown Business
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Looking for a good deal or a unique find? Downtown now has a new treasure to explore.
Thrift Harbor, a non-profit store operated through the Church of Christ, opened its doors downtown this past  month. Located at 208 E Second Street, Thrift Harbor is run by volunteers and managed by Tom Newell and Becky Harris. The store accepts all donated goods, knick knacks, clothes, etc., and all proceeds go to benefit Hope Harbor Children's Home in Claremore, OK.
This is the second Thrift Harbor store opened. The first opened five years ago in Claremore, OK.
 For more information, visit the store or call 918.876.6444. Store hours are: Tuesday - Saturday, 10am - 5:30pm.
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Johnstone Park Adds Fun for Adults
Another reason to visit Johnstone Park and downtown: Adult Fitness Equipment! The City of Bartlesville purchased and installed "Move Strong T-Rex Fitness Station Fit Ground" equipment. The equipment is intended for adults but will meet the needs of all fitness types. It will also weather the harsh outdoor conditions in Oklahoma.
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The fitness equipment is piquing the interest of many fitness groups in Bartlesville and across the state. Bartlesville is proud to bring cutting edge equipment to downtown. Get out and enjoy the Pathfinder, Johnstone Park, and now adult fitness equipment!
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New Home for "The Mane Tamer"
If you are looking for that new spring haircut, look no further than "The Mane Tamer." Calling downtown home for 34 years, "The Mane Tamer" has a n  ew home on 532 SW Keeler Ave. The hair salon, owned and operated by Vivian McCorvey, was housed on 212 SW Keeler. Be sure and stop in soon!
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Main Street Bartlesville's mission is to work inclusively with the community and resources to plan, develop and promote an economically thriving downtown district as the unique center of our community by preserving and enhancing our historic legacy, creating a focus for local pride and a destination for residents and visitors.
Don't hesitate to let us know how we are doing.
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