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HomeMy WebLinkAbout021425- LOVE is All Around Us!ALERT: BE CAUTIOUS This email originated outside the organization. Do not open attachments or click on links if you are not expecting them. View this email in your browser <https://mailchi.mp/c1e4270cc60a/love-is-all-around-us?e=19a6aabdc6> <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/e2049658-d0d7-9c80-288c-5f56e0bd2ce7.png> <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/8048463e-d1fd-cc5d-ffb7-f5c55d9fc494.gif> <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/fdb3f3a2-86ad-405e-c2fd-996763b9d27a.png> <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/cf297f0a-40a1-bf88-81f3-607db5b918db.png> Cheers to 40 Years! Celebrating 40 Years of Port Townsend Main Street FUN in 2025! Save the Date! March 12, 2025 Join us at KEY CITY PUBLIC THEATRE on Wednesday, March 12th, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM as we kick off PT Main Street Program's 40th Anniversary at our annual party for members, supporters & volunteers. Let’s celebrate 40 years of Main Street success and look forward to the future together! Featuring light snacks/treats and good company. No host bar. Please RSVP by Friday, March 7th - CLICK HERE to RSVP <https://ptmainstreet.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517&id=49c8dd2193&e=19a6aabdc6> <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/_compresseds/bbc23ccb-8d1a-cfeb-5078-cbb4079114e4.jpg> MAIN SPOTLIGHT: WHAT CAN MAIN STREETS AND SMALL BUSINESSES EXPECT IN 2025? In a recent article, Main Street America's Chief Innovation Officer, Matt Wagner, Ph.D., shares his insights on the trends that will shape Main Streets and small businesses in 2025. He emphasizes the importance of embracing digital transformation, fostering community engagement, and adapting to evolving consumer preferences. Wagner also highlights the need for businesses to focus on sustainability and resilience to navigate the challenges ahead. By staying informed and agile, Main Street businesses can thrive in the coming year. CLICK HERE <https://ptmainstreet.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517&id=229e4caaa7&e=19a6aabdc6> to read the full article. <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/810c9fad-59c3-3441-fec6-ec7a21e08eab.png> Show Some Local Love – Shop, Dine, and Explore! Discover the heart of Port Townsend by supporting our incredible local businesses! From one-of-a-kind shops to cozy cafes and top-notch restaurants, there’s so much to explore and enjoy right here in town. Every gift, meal, and experience you find locally helps our community thrive—and you never know what treasures are waiting to be #foundintown! So, whether you’re picking up the perfect gift, savoring a meal with friends, or taking in the sights and sounds of our waterfront charm, show some love to the small businesses that make Port Townsend special. Let’s keep our town vibrant—shop, dine, and explore today! <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/_compresseds/fa92f64e-b255-f7d1-6225-f725e696060e.jpg> Stay Connected - PT Main Street Business Network Join the the Port Townsend Main Street Business Network - a private group on Facebook. This group is dedicated to sharing key updates, events, grant opportunities, and resources that support the success of businesses in the Uptown and Downtown Historic Districts. Stay connected with Main Street Program news and engage with fellow business owners to foster a thriving local community. Find us and follow us on Facebook or send an email <mailto:marketing@ptmainstreet.org?subject=PT%20Main%20Street%20Business%20Network> to request a link. <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/_compresseds/361b4891-cbf2-9ae1-ffe8-84804c338cd5.jpeg> Love Port Townsend? Put your state B&O Taxes to work in Port Townsend thru PT Main Street--pledge today! You may know our work from colorful events like Concerts on the Dock, the Uptown Street Fair, the Downtown Trick or Treat Parade, festive holiday events/local shopping promotions, and Creative District efforts including Soundcheck. You might enjoy the winter lights in the trees, beautiful hanging flower baskets or the downtown pocket parks like Adams Street Park, or the Tyler Plaza with its overhead lights—all Main Street projects. We coordinated Earth Day Cleanup downtown, care for the rain gardens, manage two loan programs and hung approximately 500 pieces of children’s art in the stores as part of Art Wave in May. This summer/fall we coordinated the Downtown Mobile Greeter Program . Our friendly greeter worked Fri-Sunday with an e-bike equipped with visitor information (funded by LTAC). He promoted our local businesses, things to do, lodging options and invited visitors to come back. The Main Street Tax Incentive Program allows businesses to put their state B&O taxes to work locally through the Port Townsend Main Street Program. This is a key source of funding for our 501c3 nonprofit and enables us to put our mission and workplan (with so many programs for our community) into action. Business contributors who wish to participate must sign up each year through the Washington State DOR website and payments are due to our office by Nov. 7, 2025. 75% of your contribution is returned to you via B&O tax credits in 2026. Please visit our website <https://ptmainstreet.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517&id=a25be676d6&e=1 9a6aabdc6> for more details—thank you! <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/66f866f6-e6e0-4b2e-1303-9d069d663328.png> Thanks to our Main Street Member - FairWinds Winery! FairWinds Winery <https://ptmainstreet.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517&id=b88b2a4850&e=19a6aabdc6> is committed to producing non-mainstream varietals along with more well-known wines, using grapes exclusively from Washington state. FairWinds produces Captain’s Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Port, FRWB, Mead, Blush, and Pinot Gris. Come for a visit and you will enjoy seeing our unique winemaking techniques. You will also have a chance to chat with the winemaker about the process and his resulting wines. Whether you have a sophisticated palate or just like tasting great Washington State wines, you will find something to enjoy at FairWinds Winery. <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/faea751a-727f-52e5-3094-383f565e7689.jpg> <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/14319a5c-5ecd-390c-74cc-c22166725a62.jpg> Membership Makes a Difference Did you know that our 501c3 nonprofit works in four volunteer committees--Organization, Design, Economics, and Promotion to benefit our historic districts? We work on design projects, promote local businesses, coordinate 20+ events, and support the creative sector through our Creative District efforts. We offer low-interest loan funds to property owners for commercial building renovations and microloans to business owners to offset the financial impacts of emergencies. The work of the Port Townsend Main Street Program enhances the quality of life for residents and visitors. Become a member <https://ptmainstreet.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517&id=f20aa1d2e6&e=19a6aabdc6> . <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/2a616d9c-ce40-89dc-16e7-4903a597de46.png> <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/114921c9-784b-2fb4-c226-1ce8a1ad5bf1.jpg> Port Townsend Red Wine & Chocolate Tour! When: Saturday & Sunday, February 15–16 Get ready for an unforgettable wine weekend! The Port Townsend Red Wine & Chocolate Tour features four wineries and two days of indulgence! Enjoy a delicious pairing of incredible red wines and decadent chocolates, as PT Vineyards <https://ptmainstreet.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517&id=8d04898189&e=19a6aabdc 6> collaborates with Eaglemount Wine and Cider, FairWinds Winery, and Castle & Crown <https://ptmainstreet.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517&id=8789c94542&e=19a6aabdc6> to bring you this special experience. Get ticket here! <https://ptmainstreet.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517&id=ab48de16ca&e=19a6aabdc6> <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/65076e2c-4bba-1ac1-08f7-4e61beee5d25.jpg> Northwest Maritime Center Summer camp registration is now open! There are 7 weeks of summer day camps for kids ages 5 to 17. The Lil Scuppers and Jr. programs are tailored to younger campers who just want to mess about in boats, while older kids can hone their on-the-water skills in our Youth Learn to Sail camps! Learn more and sign up HERE. <https://ptmainstreet.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517&id=617371883e&e=19a6aabdc6> <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/e94e480c-f117-be90-cba1-200539ac8099.jpg> Input Needed - Take the Survey~ Jefferson County PUD & partner Jeffco Aquatic Coalition are surveying residents and visitors to learn more about features and programs–aquatic & non-aquatic–they would likely use in a new facility. This is a chance for you to help guide decisions and offer priorities–whether for a pool or other community benefits. Click the link to take their 5-min survey! https://survey.zohopublic.com/zs/7rClYe <https://ptmainstreet.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517&id=497c462f1a&e=19a6aabdc6> <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/0c53dabf-0af0-5d78-a0b4-fe0983adb576.png> Brunch at the Bishop Block Bottle Shop! Brunch is served every Saturday and Sunday from 10am - 2pm at the Bishop Block Bottle Shop. Their menu features local and seasonal offerings, fresh farm eggs and produce, housemate bread, savory seasonal cocktails, and cozy vibes. Call 360-302-6984 to make your reservation! <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/44c973da-c2b5-c4a4-9339-a8b8f9b49417.jpg> Calling all High School Students! Explore jobs, training programs, volunteer opportunities, and more at the Youth Opportunity Fair on March 7! The Jefferson County Connectivity Summit is a groundbreaking civic engagement event designed to strengthen the connections in our community and increase our effectiveness at working together. Organizations, sign up to participate here: ConnectivitySummit.net <https://ptmainstreet.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517&id=99189253a4&e=19a6aabdc6> <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/2934375e-5c8e-df09-8cfa-f0adf75a2ea8.png> Job Opportunity for the PT Creative District/ City of Port Townsend The City of Port Townsend is recruiting for an Arts & Culture Coordinator to help pioneer our new Community Services Department. The ideal candidate is a dynamic, versatile and creative problem-solver with a positive attitude and ability to build consensus. Familiarity with the creative sector in Port Townsend and a passion for the arts strongly preferred. To read the full job description and qualifications, and to apply - CLICK HERE <https://ptmainstreet.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517&id=5c05865def&e=19a6aabdc6> . <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/724fd195-72f1-07d2-c293-6b9d1b6d1f50.jpg> Watercolor Classes at Northwind Art Go further into the joys of watercolor, Feb. 26-March 19 with Suzanne Lamon! This wonderful teacher offers Intermediate Watercolor at Northwind Art School, and you can sign up today at https://northwindart.org. <https://ptmainstreet.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517&id=1f34899f53&e=19a6aabdc6> <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/2fd04aa6-47e2-34a9-daf8-e03e9318b73b.jpg> Grant Proposals Now Open for PTAC & LTAC The City of Port Townsend Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) and City of Port Townsend Arts Commission (PTAC) are inviting proposals for 2025 grant funding. Grants are available from LTAC for activities that serve both residents and visitors to Port Townsend and grants from PTAC may be used for arts and culture projects. CLICK HERE <https://ptmainstreet.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517&id=36a4fbdc38&e=19a6aabdc6> for more information. <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/09750eb3-bbbe-7362-6e96-e8005293dbc6.jpg> <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/4f97dfe0-5fac-a236-c037-bc31f3923bfe.png> The Water Street Sewer Replacement Project has begun and will continue through May 2025. The project will rectify a decades-old issue common to asbestos concrete pipe, which deteriorates when exposed to gases from sewage. The work is being planned for minimal impact and has been scheduled during a slower traffic season for Port Townsend. Site work will include traffic control. Project Schedule & Construction Notices Safety in a high-traffic area like Water Street is of the utmost importance. - Work hours will be between 7:00AM and 6:00PM. - Equipment is staged along Water Street behind the Lighthouse Center building, and adjacent to where work is occurring. The equipment staging and construction areas will be cordoned off. - There will be bike lane and single lane closures along the bluff side of Water Street, with open pits for sewer pipe connections. Pits will be closed with steel plating during non-construction hours. One side of the road along Water Street will remain open for narrow two-way vehicle and bicycle traffic – use extreme caution and drive slowly through the construction area. Pedestrians should use caution walking along the sidewalk in this area. - Businesses and residential parking lots will remain open and accessible at all times with the exception of the head-in parking located at the Triangle building on Water Street between Gaines and SR20. This is planned for project equipment and material staging within project construction boundary. - In the first part of the project, there will be sawcutting of asphalt and concrete, and drilling, which will generate construction noise during working hours. - It is expected that the road along SR20 will remain open for the entirety of the project. Traffic will be guided by flaggers when necessary. <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/4da91efd-1160-2718-f536-28d8862ec4d5.png> For more information and updates about this project, visit https://cityofpt.us/.../water-street-sewer-replacement... Thanks for your patience and support while the City of Port Townsend makes this much-needed repair to the sewer system. <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/_compresseds/1fff6c43-20de-4e46-8d1e-68e6c464762b.jpg> Commercial Retail Space Available <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/_compresseds/e3d6c90a-e5ab-d30d-d900-2525d9c497ec.jpeg> Mount Baker Block - 215 Taylor Street unit, it used to be a restaurant with lots of foot traffic and looking or a temp pop up shop or another permanent tenant that will enhance the line up of indoor / outdoor dinning days.​ $2750 + utilities and CAMs​ Mount Baker Block - B4 Undertown Unit, a Cozy 900 sqf retail space. 1250 + utilities CLICK HERE <https://ptmainstreet.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517&id=273824ef44&e=19a6aabdc6> for more info. <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/_compresseds/1baa92d9-c198-c463-e0af-2ebfca8f75ca.jpg> Office Space Available at 633 Water St. - Call 909-714-0757 for more information <https://mcusercontent.com/72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517/images/a8323699-3032-9d08-9b75-f36b793ad565.jpg> <https://ptmainstreet.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=72d728eac0a891fc7cdd75517&id=a81d5d5264&e=19a6aabdc6> Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to the Port Townsend Main Street Program, a non-profit 501C-3 organization, Tax ID #91-1285016. 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