Mainstreet Unscripted

In the episode we are in a brand new studio! We are so excited to be able to record in such a great space. It wasn't without hurdles to overcome. You may notice a little audio sync issue with the full studio shot as we put new cameras to work. The image quality for the close up has improved but there are still kinks too sort out.This week we are talking about why business, entrepreneurs, and investors are flocking to the Downtown District. To talk about his experience Mike Angelo from Nimble Capitol Group joins us. Hear what he has to say about what lead him to engage in the largest renovation project downtown in decades.

Part 2 of Episode 7.Holly has been in conference mode and learning from other Mainstreet organizations what works and what doesn't to apply it to the Casa Grande Downtown District. She lost a shirt in the process but gained knowledge and validation for the directions Casa Grande Mainstreet has been taking the district. Conferences attended Downtown Matters in Flagstaff, AZ Rural Policy Forum in Kingman, AZ Governor’s Conference on Tourism in Tucson, AZ Main take-aways: “Software upgrade requires a Hardware upgrade” – Jon Jon, aka The Happy Urbanist If we want people to spend more time Downtown, we need to change the landscape and atmosphere to cater to the desired outcome. The main ways this will happen is to deter vehicle traffic, increase walkability and bike-ability, and take steps towards enhancing our “sense of place”. Consumers are craving experiences, and walking is an experience—especially in a Downtown that has an established sense of place! When it comes to creating a sense of place, the Strong Towns approach is amazing! However, Mainstreet cannot do this alone. There are small actions that Downtown businesses can take which will reinforce the Downtown atmosphere that invites and caters to foot-traffic and consumers (hello, outdoor music!). Afterall, the community IS the destination!

Holly has been in conference mode and learning from other Mainstreet organizations what works and what doesn't to apply it to the Casa Grande Downtown District. She lost a shirt in the process but gained knowledge and validation for the directions Casa Grande Mainstreet has been taking the district. Conferences attended Downtown Matters in Flagstaff, AZ Rural Policy Forum in Kingman, AZ Governor’s Conference on Tourism in Tucson, AZ Main take-aways: “Software upgrade requires a Hardware upgrade” – Jon Jon, aka The Happy Urbanist If we want people to spend more time Downtown, we need to change the landscape and atmosphere to cater to the desired outcome. The main ways this will happen is to deter vehicle traffic, increase walkability and bike-ability, and take steps towards enhancing our “sense of place”. Consumers are craving experiences, and walking is an experience—especially in a Downtown that has an established sense of place! When it comes to creating a sense of place, the Strong Towns approach is amazing! However, Mainstreet cannot do this alone. There are small actions that Downtown businesses can take which will reinforce the Downtown atmosphere that invites and caters to foot-traffic and consumers (hello, outdoor music!). Afterall, the community IS the destination!

MAINSTREET UNSCRIPTED — EP. 6 - Downtown RevitalizationHolly is away at conferences for Main Street, While she is away Stephanie, Main Street's Administrative Assistant, is co-hosting.WHAT WE’RE EXCITED ABOUTCasa Grande’s Got TalentThird ThursdayBrief conversation, not calendar rundownMore events: cgmainstreet.orgVOLUNTEERSEvent season needs volunteersService hours where applicableSTEPHANIE’S STORY - FROM VOLUNTEER TO MAIN STREETVolunteer → current roleHow has your role changed as Main Street has evolved?SPACE 108What was the original concept? How has it evolved? What have we learned? What is it becoming now?“What characteristics seem to give someone the best chance of succeeding in an environment like Space 108?”Where do new retailers struggle?Business education / pathway to businessWhat makes Space 108 different?Who are WE looking for?DOWNTOWN NOWWhat is actually changing downtown right now?The SpottWonder Bar changes — only confirmed factsuNew blood / new opportunitiesTerminal/new businesses Sunshine Girls/Terminal 318 Co-Working Space/JF Brown HallCLOSEcgmainstreet.org | @CGMAINSTREETMusic: Summer Holiday Dance PopLicense Code: ASLC-48BEF0AF-211994EEAE

What’s Up Downtown?Casa Palomino had their soft opening this week, and will have their grand opening on June 15th!Pillar Tattoo has spaces for rent—office, tattoo, makers space.Other Downtown businesses offering events, so head downtown!Current Events or Programs AvailableMain StreetBooks & Brews on June 25th, and the 4th Thursday of each month. At Casa Collective, 6pm-7:30pm. Bring-Your-Own-Book Club with no assigned reading. Monthly themes.. June’s theme is “Current Read”. Happy Hour pricing for all those attending who show their bookmark!Main Street summer reading programToday through September 5th. Every 30 minutes of reading = a prize.Ages 4-14CG Books, Movies & MoreJune & July: buy any book and receive a free cookbook for equal or less value.Spend 45.00 and receive a complementary book bagArtMobileSummer Clay Creations: Youth Pottery Classes. From June until July 9th, Wed & Thurs for $10 per class. Ages 5-12, and 13-18. Visit artmobilevan.orgJune 20th: ArtMobile’s Ever-Evolving FLASH SALE fundraiser 10am-2pm. Costs range from 10-cents to $5. Free Art Kit with every purchase of $5 or more.Art Supplies, Ceramics, Craft books, etc.Casa CollectiveBINGO every week, different themes. June 18th is Disney BINGO.June 25th Paint and Sip with Wildflower Collective. $45 at 6:30pmwww.casacollectiveaz.comPour TherapyBrunch on weekends: Saturday 9am-1pm, Sunday: 9am-3pmTaco Tuesday: $4 tacos, $6 margaritas. Follow on Social Media for weekly updates!Whiskey Wednesday: $45 for an order of wings, and a flight of whiskey with three selected whiskeys. Whiskey selection changes each week.Last week was Whistepig Piggyback, Whistlepig Small Batch, and Whistelepig Snout to Tail.This week was: Old Forester 1920, Four Roses Small Batch, Rabbit Hole CavehillWine Not Thursday: $2 off 6oz glasses of wine, and 25% off all bottles.Live music on July 3rd—Mark Stone.Night Markets on the Second Saturday of each month. Tonight then July 11th.Paramount TheatreEl Encuentro – The Gathering on June 19th at 8pm. Featuring Los Komales, Los De La Letra, and more! $40 per ticketWrestling event on July 11th. Tickets begin at $40, but go up higher for VIP tickets. VIP tickets include a meet and greet. Show begins at 5pm.by Ramos Grand Enterprise (on social media)Yoga Recovery Healing Arts ProgramOpen Mic on the Second Saturday of each month at Heritage Hall. Sign-ups begin at 5:30pm, and event starts at 6pm.All Arts Open Stage on the third Thursday every month at The Landmark Event Center (301 N.. Picacho St). Event begin at 6pm. www.CGOpenMic.comCasa Grande GuideThird Thursday - Beginning July 16th. Artist Showcases and Live Creations. Food Trucks, workshops, and bar. Visit www.CasaGrandeGuide.comMusic: Summer Holiday Dance PopLicense Code: ASLC-48BEF0AF-211994EEAE