As the seasons change, downtown merchants are looking ahead with cautious optimism. With safety protocols firmly in place – both for their employees and their customers – they’re adapting to the “new normal” in hopes of delivering the same personalized, one-of-a-kind shopping & dining experiences their patrons have come to expect and love. Read
Did you know that Record Store Day – now a worldwide event celebrating the culture of the indie record store – was an idea originally conceived by Chris Brown of Portland’s own Bull Moose? This year, Record Store Day has been transformed into series of “RSD Drops” on August 29, September 26, and October 24 to allow
Earlier this year, the International Downtown Association (IDA) reached out seeking subject matter experts willing to volunteer their time, talent, and expertise to collaborate with other industry professionals on the Test Development Committee for the IDA’s Leadership in Place Management Certification program. Today we’re excited to announce that our very own Amy Geren , Program Director at Portland Downtown , has
Today’s email takes a decided break from words. We hope these photos bring you a sense of peace. Scroll slowly. Pause. And enjoy. We are lucky to have such a beautiful downtown. Read more
As businesses in Maine step into the new normal, we reached out to friends & fans of Portland Downtown to find out what they’re thinking, feeling, and experiencing as they begin to revisit local shops & restaurants. Below you’ll find their open and honest words – and we hope that you’ll find these insights
Portland Downtown is pleased to welcome our new team of summer cadets! These five young professionals started foot patrol on June 6, so if you see them out and about, be sure to say ‘hello!’ Read more
A few snazzy Portland Downtown publications are hot off the press – and we thought you’d like to check them out! Read more
This week, Portland Downtown’s board and staff are delighted to welcome Cary Tyson as our new executive director. Read more
As we all navigate the re-opening transition, we wanted to share a few resources that may be of value to you and your business. Some of these resources may be new to you; others you may already know about. Read more