Merchant Memo – 5 Things
“Five Things”:
- Next ArtsWalk is Sat Aug 10
Arts Walk returns in August with the theme: “Welcome back Morgantown!” This vibrant sidewalk market showcases our local creative community and the merchants who host them. Enjoy live music, a variety of artists, food trucks, and a Vintage Market from 11-3pm. The deadline to apply is Friday Aug 2 @ 5pm.
Merchant Application >> Vendor Application >> - Summer ArtsWalk Recap
Over 50 artists and vendors were represented at the Summer Arts Walk on July 13th. View photos Facebook >> - Video Spotlight: Downtown Arts & Arts Entrepreneurship
Main Street Morgantown is transforming Downtown into a vibrant hub for creativity! A new retail opportunity is coming to 201 High Street… View on Facebook >> - Vendor events doubled in Morgantown
Downtown is the place to be. Arts Council of Greater Morgantown announced earlier this month that vendor events in Mountaineer Country are on the rise. That means more opportunities for creative entrepreneurs and more downtown foot-traffic thanks to vendor events and festivals like Moonlight Market, Vintage Walks, WV Birthday Party, and more. More info on Facebook >> - New Exhibitions by Morgantown ReStored
Main Street Morgantown volunteers fill vacant storefronts with arts and culture. Each window features a professionally-installed artist exhibition and enhances the commercial availability of underutilized spaces. See the newest window exhibitions at Dollar General, Warner Theatre, and the IC White Building (469 High). Learn more at our downtownmorgantown.com >>
GREAT RACE RECAP:
In June The Great Race vintage car rally stopped in Morgantown on their 9-day race from Kentucky to Maine. A 41-year competitive racing tradition, the Morgantown stop featured 140 vintage vehicles, two car shows, make-and-race pinewood derby for kids, vintage vendors, and treat truck appearances. High Street was filled with an estimated 2,000 spectators.
SURVEY TIME: The Great Race 2024 visit was coordinated by the City of Morgantown, Visit Mountaineer Country CVB, and Main Street Morgantown and their partners. Your feedback is meaningful to us. Please visit our Great Race Event Survey.
SPOTLIGHT
- [Video]: “The Great Race’ antique car rally stops in Morgantown” (WBOY)
- [Video]: “Annual classic car “Great Race” makes pit stop on High Street” (WDTV)
- [Article]: “Great Race brings collector cars into town” (Dominion Post paywall)
- [Post]: See photos of The Great Race (Facebook)
- [Post]: What people said about The Great Race Morgantown stop (Facebook)
ICYMI
- [Article]: “Morgantown Metropolitan Theater, Don Knotts turn 100” (WBOY)
- [Video]: “Morgantown’s Metropolitan Theater celebrates 100th anniversary” (WDTV)
- [Post]: “Morgantown History Museum offers signed photos by Don Knotts“ (Facebook)
- [Article]: “Twirling aerialists, community arts coming to Morgantown” (Dominion Post paywall)
- [Article]: “Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert Coming to Morgantown, WV” (WV News)
- [Article]: “Morgantown unveils ‘Fife Ave’ sign for Don Knotts’ 100th birthday” (WBOY)
- [Article]: “Brockway Avenue repave begins” (WAJR)
- Article]: “Morgantown Council finalizes vape shop zoning restrictions” (Dominion Post paywall)
- [Article]: “Short Story Brewing coming to Downtown Morgantown” (The DA)
- [Article]: “Local-Indie bookstore Monkey Wrench Books to open in August” (The DA)
- [Post]: Summer blooms on South High Street. (Facebook)
Upcoming Events & Holidays
August – WVU New Student Orientation Recurring Events More info >>
Fridays thru Aug 30 – Ruby Summer Concert Series More info >>
Saturdays thru Sept 7 – Ruby Summer Movie Series More info >>
Saturdays – Morgantown Farmers Market More info >>
- Fri Aug 2 – First Fridays for the Arts
Various Downtown locations. More info >> - Fri Aug 2 – Deadline to Apply for August Arts Walk
Merchant Application >> Vendor Application >> - Sat Aug 3 – Kenny Wayne Shepherd – Dirt on My Diamonds Tour
Metropolitan Theater. More info >> - Sat Aug 10 – August Arts Walk & Vintage Market
Merchant Application >> Vendor Application >> - Aug 15 – 17 – WVU Move-In Day
- Sat Aug 17 – Moonlight Market
Morgantown Market Place. More info >> - Mon Aug 19 – Mon County Fair Parade (street closure)
Organized by Monongalia County Fair Association - Wed Aug 21 – High Street Cruise-In
- Thur Aug 22 – Sarah Jarosz- Polaroid Lovers Tour
Metropolitan Theater. More info >> - Wed Aug 28 – Merchant Mixer x Business After Hours
Downtown merchants and their employees enjoy an evening of networking at Apothecary Alehouse & Cafe hosted by Main Street Morgantown & Morgantown Area Partnership. Details coming soon! - Fri Sept 6 – First Fridays for the Arts
Various Downtown locations. More info >> - Fri Sept 6 – The Australian Pink Floyd Show
Metropolitan Theater. More info >> - Save the Date: September 25 – MHS Homecoming Parade (street closure)
Downtown is for Everyone. See or experience an incident? Report it.
MPD’s Non-Emergency line 304-284-7522 x0. Emergencies call 911. Always use discretion in regard to your own safety.
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We’ve tested it and it really works! Trash overflow, graffiti, sidewalk mess, trespass? The city follows up on non-emergency concerns submitted via the Morgantown 311 app, available in the App Store and Google Play. Download the app now to see if your concern has been reported yet or submit your service request online: https://morgantownwv.gov/428/Service-Request