Happy Birthday!

This morning we went to a Downtown birthday party!

 Today is Arvest's 50th birthday!

Loving Downtown as we do, we often stop by the Downtown Arvest branch to do our banking.

Here are the friendly people who help us keep track of our hard-earned cash:

And here's the party table.  Cake and lemonade.  YUM!

Happy Birthday to Arvest!  Best wishes especially to the Downtown branch.

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

PS: Thanks to Arvest for the pictures.

Learning in the Park

Yesterday morning the local CHESS group (Siloam Springs home schoolers) met Downtown near the Gazebo for a Nature Notebook session.

Local author Dawn Denton read two of her books (Ruby and Rocket and Oliver the Toad--both available at Books on Broadway) and shared with the children some ways to make their backyards places where hummingbirds and toads would want to live.

The children made notes in their notebooks while Ms. Dawn was sharing.

Then they painted toad houses to put in their backyards.

At the very end of the session, Dawn let us in on a little secret.  This picture is from her book titled Ruby and Rocket.  Does the fountain look a little familiar?

Yes?  Well, you're right!  Dawn specifically asked her illustrator to draw a fountain like our fountain.  It's just a little something special for the children who spend time in Downtown Siloam Springs.

Thanks Dawn!

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

Annual Ornament

Downtown's annual Christmas tree ornament has arrived!

Here's the official announcement:

This unique replica of the Community Building is a symbol of the beautiful architectural heritage found within our historic downtown. All proceeds from purchases of the 2011 Ornament directly improve downtown revitalization efforts through Main Street Siloam Springs' program. Produced in the United States, these 24 karat gold on brass ornaments are the highest quality of their kind, and will not tarnish. Each ornament is $15.00. Pre-order yours now by calling 524.4556 or emailing meredith@mainstreetsiloam.com! These will be available for purchase in downtown retail establishments soon.

Be sure to head Downtown to get one for your tree.  I picked up mine at Books on Broadway, and I know other shops have them as well.  One little catch--there are only 263!  Don't wait until Christmas, purchase one now and support our Downtown.

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

Extended Hours

Pour Jon's has a new look. They've added their logo to the back of their building.  I think it looks great!

And they're back to extended late night hours just in time to welcome back the JBU students.  Grab a cup of coffee and a croissant next time you're out late.  YUM!

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

Zinnia Alley

What we refer to as Zinnia Alley is once again in full bloom.

If taking a walk is on your weekend agenda, remember to walk past.

Zinnias love the heat, so they're having a grand summer!

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

Weekend Plans

Do you have weekend plans yet? Nope? Me neither.

With the start of school, this week got a bit crazy for some of us.

Here are a couple of things to keep in mind when you're ready to think about the weekend.

Heather Hill is having a sale!

A blow out sale!

Stop by and stock up on cute kid clothes and accessories.

Remember to swing by the Farmer's Market on Saturday morning.  On Tuesday I picked up three different colors of tomatoes--red, orange, and yellow.  They made a bright and colorful pasta salad.

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

Look and Listen

KLRC is happily settled in their new home Downtown. It's fun having them here.

From the street you can look in the studio windows and actually see what is happening on air.  Pretty fun, huh?  Even more fun is the button to the left of the door.  Push the button and you can hear what's happening in the studio!  It's a great feature.

Next time you're Downtown be sure to "Take a listen, take a look".

Welcome to the neighborhood, KLRC!

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn