The Downtown Advantage Weekly Newsletter
 
Feb 22, 2016  
620+ Reasons to Rediscover Downtown
Did you know there are now more than 600 reasons to rediscover downtown St. Cloud? 620+ of them are businesses, and they range from upscale employers to unique boutiques. In 2015 alone, we welcomed a nice variety of both new and expanded businesses to our vibrant community.... READ MORE
In This Issue
620+ Reasons
Welcome Great River Federal Credit Union
Catalytic Sites for Redevelopment
News, Announcements
Job Posting
Welcome New Member

Pleased to welcome new DTC member, Great River Federal Credit Union located at 1532 W. St. Germain Street | 320.252.5393.  They also have locations in Sauk Rapids, Waite Park and Sartell.   Our credit union was originally chartered in 1948...READ MORE

Upcoming 2016 Spring Seminar Series
RSVP Jill V or Sharon B. at (320) 258-5393

 

March 1, 7:00 - 8:00 pm

What Matters Most, Inspiration for Your Financial Future    

 

March 15, 7:00 - 8:00 pm

Leaning form Lessons in TIME

        

March 22, 6:00 - 8:30 pm

Home Buying  (RSVP 529-6500)

 

March 29, 7:00 - 8:00 pm

Medicare Workshop

GREATER Vision - City's Comp Plan
2016 is just beginning, but we've already created a clear development vision that we'll be focused on all year-and for years to come. One exciting aspect of the Plan is the identification of 5 distinctive Catalyst Sites that were selected for their ample acreage, central locations, and potential to significantly benefit the surrounding area. 

For instance, the Lady Slipper Lot is currently the largest surface parking lot in the downtown area, and boasts significant Division Street frontage. The City's plan proposes transforming that central two-acre space into a combination of the following spaces:
  • Office space
  • Ground-level retail spaces
  • Hotel and event center or corporate campus
  • Parking structure
  • Greenspace, including a park along the frontage 
This envisioned plan for the Lady Slipper Lot supports the local economy by attracting the attention of commuters, residents, employers. The other four sites present similar benefits.  READ MORE
News, Announcements & Events
Lenten Options Always Available at Quarks

 
2016 Central MN Farm Show
February 22-25 at the River's Edge Convention Center.  Expecting 1,000.

Community Priorities, February 26 
On February 26th, 7:30 - 10:00 am at the River's Edge Convention Center, people from all over gather to renew the region's commitment to the Community Priorities.  Our collective goal is to make the greater St. Cloud region one of the most attractive markets possible by enhancing its quality of life, education, workforce and economic attributes.    

If you care about the St. Cloud metro community and want to help make it an even better place to live, please attend "Better Together: The Greater St. Cloud Area Community Pillars Forum.  Join hundreds of other local residents; get involved.  REGISTER

SCAR Dolls February 27 at the River's Edge Convention Center.  Expecting 800. 
 
Lavish 2016 by Kalahari
River's Edge Convention Center
March 19  |  6pm  (5pm social hour)
This annual event brings Kalahari Foods' friends together to enjoy exquisite cuisine and fine entertainment.  You'll find one-of-a-kind entrees from around the world including enticing African desserts. 
REGISTER TODAY

BBBS Magic Moments Gala 
 
Big Brothers Big Sisters will be hosting its annual Magic Moments Gala on Friday, April 8, at 5:30pm at the St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center. Event highlights include wine and beer tasting, hors d'oeuvres, an elegant gourmet dinner, a live auction,
                                                  and entertainment by C. Willi Myles.

2016 Art Crawl Dates 
Four opportunities to step inside Central Minnesota's art world.  Over 35 venues participate, presenting local artists and artwork, offering the opportunity to meet and discuss art, bringing a truly amazing artistic experience.  The Art Crawl spans across Downtown.  Mark your calendars. 
Friday, March 18, 5-9 pm
Friday, June 10, 5-9 pm
Friday, August 12, 3-9 pm
Friday, November 4, 5-9 pm

March 18 Art Crawl Coloring Contest 


Jobs
Big Brothers Big Sisters is looking for an exceptional person with strong
relationship skills to serve in a new and important role of connecting stakeholders to our mission of serving more kids.  This position will focus on methodically cultivating and stewarding donors, including asking for and closing major and planned gifts for the agency. The Donor Relations position will be critical to ensure the continuance of our mission for many years to come.  The position is 20-25 hours per week and offers flexibility.

The position requires an independent person to be self-motivated, highly organized, and a team player.

A four-year degree and successful experience with sales or donor cultivation and relations, planned giving, and data management is ideal.
Please submit resume to careers@bbbscentralmn.org with the subject line Donor Relations Applicant by March 3rd, we will be accepting applicants after this date until the position is filled.  The job description is available upon request.  
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Our Board
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Our Board

2016 Executive Comm:
Lisa Ellis, Vice Chair
Gail Ruhland, Treasurer
Sonja Gidlow, Secretary
Penny White, At-Large
Tami DeLand, Past Chair
 
DTC Members Host Business After Hours

Tuesday, April 12, 4:30 - 6:30 @ Kelly Inn, Boser & Indigo Signworks

Tuesday, June 7, 4:30 - 6:30 @ Bernick's

Thursday, July 14, 4:30 - 6:30 @ D.J. Bitzan Jewelers

Tuesday, August 9, 4:30 - 6:30 @ Courtyard Marriott

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St. Cloud Downtown Council
& Alliance Foundation
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St. Cloud, MN  56301
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