The Downtown Advantage Weekly Newsletter
 
Feb 29, 2016  
Thank You, 2015 DTC Members
Leap Year Day
 
In This Issue
2015 DTC Members
Welcome New Member
DT in Business
Customers First
News, Announcements
Job Posting
Welcome New Member
Howie's is located at 101 9th Ave N  |  320.259.9324.  It was established in 1986 by Howie Zimmer; originally a horse stable.  Howie's is a proud sponsor of Minnesota sports -- a friendly, regular kind of place where friends meet and socialize during sports events, notably Twins, Wild, Timberwolves, Vikings and SCSU Hockey.  Stop by and say hi to manager,  "Spanky" Kremer.   
Downtown In Business
We don't network, we connect.
We don't lobby, we influence.
We don't hold events for the sake of it, they all have a purpose.
Most importantly, all Downtown Council members get a
Return on Investment.  
Customers Up Front
It is so very tempting.  You're in a hurry and there is an open meter near your business.  There may be times when you are loading or unloading, so it is necessary to park right in front.  But please remember, when you do this for any length of time or on a regular basis, you are likely hurting  your neighboring business and possibly your own business. 

This friendly reminder is to think twice before plugging that meter and ask yourself, "Am I being a good Downtown neighbor?"  
News, Announcements & Events
NerdWallet.com Names St. Cloud a Best City for Young Entrepreneurs
St. Cloud is ranked 28th on the listCongrats to all of us.  Madison, WI #7, Fargo, ND #10.   LEARN MORE

Newcomer Service Invitation to Businesses
Newcomer Service has teamed up with DAYTA Marketing to maximize the use of social media in the effort of promoting events, sales, providing special tips and programs for their clients.  The goal is to reach as many people as possible and drive them to your websiteEmail for more info
CMBA Tour of Homes March 4-6   LEARN MORE

Second Matinee Added for Peter Pan! at Paramount
Saturday, March 12 at 2pm

2016 Home Show March 11-13 @ River's Edge    LEARN MORE


Lenten Options Always Available at Quarks


 
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 

Home Free Vocal Band Adds Show @ Paramount 
Due to popular demand, Home Free is adding a 4th show on Sunday evening, May 8, 2016 at 7:30 pm.  Tickets are available starting TODAY.
A limit of only 50 VIP tickets are available for $125.  

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.  
St. Cloud's Downtown
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Our Members
Check out our web site for the full list of our members and partners. 
 
Our Board
Check out our web site for the full list of our Board of Directors. 
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

Members - Share Your News
DTC members should remember that this newsletter is a FREE way to share your news, announcements, events, etc.  Simply send an email to Pegg by the end of week.  

River's Edge Convention Center
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 River's Edge Convention Center calendar of events


Our Organization
St. Cloud Downtown Council
& Alliance Foundation
1010 W. St. Germain Street, Suite 250
St. Cloud, MN  56301
320.257.8600



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