[MainstreetTowns] Ribbon Cutting

Fri Jul 28 10:33:04 CDT 2017

Dear Main Streeters,

Speaking of the “big scissors,” I thought of this window display that I saw in Natchitoches, Louisiana, one time.  I hope the attachment makes it.

As far as ribbon cuttings, those always are fun.  I am amazed how people show up for these.  Great energy and enthusiasm.

Why not “chair bomb” the storefront?  Everyone brings their favorite chair lawn chair.  (You could even make it a Game Day event supporting the local high school or college team).  Main Street acquires a few of those little bistro tables that are popular in parks, and you have a quick little coffee and cookies or coffee and doughnuts break on the sidewalk.  Go the extra distance—add table coverings, candles, etc.  Make it something fun.  Inflatable beach balls and those little bottles of bubbles (like from the dollar store—bought in 6 packs) loosen up the stuffiest, gruffest of us all.  The sidewalk is filled (even if for just 30 minutes) with people who are having a coffee break…..even roll out some AstroTurf or some outdoor rug (plenty of them can be found at all kinds of places), set up a few pot plants or floral arrangements (that then stay with the business).  Great music helps, too, (live or broadcast).  Everyone can contribute something….most stuff can be reused for the next event.

Plan this as a 1-month-in-business celebration so it doesn’t conflict with the ribbon cutting, and it gets people back to the business.

This group is so good with promotions…think of it as a mini-promotion….that doesn’t require blocking the streets, hauling trash cans, or worrying if Santa will show up a little buzzed.  (It’s happened a number of times.)

Ron

P.S.  Vacation this summer was in Quebec City.  Their streets are very hilly and, for the most part, the sidewalks are very narrow.  However, the tables, chairs, flowers, and outdoor spaces are incredible.  It is amazing how they make it work.  I’ll spare you my vacation photos…promise.

From: MainstreetTowns [mailto:mainstreettowns-bounces at lists.onenet.net] On Behalf Of Amy Kaiser
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Subject: Re: [MainstreetTowns] Ribbon Cutting

I would like feedback on this too...we are not the keepers of the "big scissors" in Ada either. Because that's already being done, we don't really have something that's Our Thing.

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From: director at sapulpamainstreet.com<mailto:director at sapulpamainstreet.com> [mailto:director at sapulpamainstreet.com]
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Subject: Ribbon Cutting

Do any of you do something other than a ribbon cutting for your new members?  The chamber does ribbon cuttings and I need to do something other than that.  I would appreciate any ideas you might be willing to share.

Thanks,

Cindy McDonald
Executive Director
Sapulpa Main Street
101 E. Dewey Ave.
Sapulpa, OK  74066
918-224-5709

    Mission Statement
The purpose of the Main Street program is to preserve and enhance the cultural heritage of Sapulpa, and to improve the quality of life by revitalizing the Central Business District as the center of the Community.

This is done through education and management in organization, promotion, design and economic vitality.

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Amy Kaiser, Program Manager
Ada Main Street
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Ada Main Street, Inc. is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote the quality of life in Ada by revitalizing the downtown area as a community center, promoting a healthy, friendly, economically viable and attractive Main Street.

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