Christmas Bazaar

Perhaps you've already finished up your Christmas shopping.  Me?  Not so much.  Yikes!  

We've got Thanksgiving coming up and then Christmas.  How is it that the older I get the faster time flies?  Oh my!  Anyway, here's a way to help the Siloam Springs Museum and find some fun and unique gifts for those on your to-buy-for list.

 

On Saturday, December 1 make plans to attend the 2nd Annual Country Christmas Arts & Crafts Bazaar at Community Fellowship Church located at 525 South Lincoln in Siloam Springs.  The event is an annual fundraiser for the Siloam Springs Heritage Festival hosted by the Siloam Spring Museum.  It features traditional arts and crafts, home baked goods, musical entertainment, hot soup and chili and drinks.

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

Christmas Ornaments

Did you have a nice time at the Holiday Open House this weekend? It turned out to be a beautiful afternoon just perfect for kicking off the holiday season. 

At my family's Thanksgiving celebration we enjoy a yummy dinner and then take some time to pass out a few new Christmas ornaments.  If  you're looking for something original and fun to put on your tree this year, consider the latest ornament in the Downtown collection.

This year's ornament is a celebration of the historical Crain Motor Company building, now the home of 28 Springs Restaurant.  You can find these for $15 each at the Main Street office or at Downtown retailers.

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

It's Christmas at Occasions!

They've got a little something for everyone!

My favorites are the traditional reds and greens.  :-)

There are lots of other Christmas goodies besides ornaments for trees.

Such a festive time of year!

Ho, Ho, Ho!

What will Santa be bringing you this year?

Please join us for the Annual Downtown Siloam Springs Holiday Open House.

On Sunday, November 4th, local boutique retailers & salons welcome you to celebrate the holiday spirit. Unique treasures, holiday decor and gifts await you and your holiday gift lists!

From 1pm -5pm, participating retailers will serve refreshments and stay open for a Sunday afternoon of local holiday shopping.

Make sure to get a Holiday Open House Stamp Card during your afternoon, and turn it in to any participating store before 5pm to be entered in a drawing to win gift certificates or
a Main Street Gift Basket of ornaments and a Siloam Springs afghan!

Click here for more information.

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

Down Town Trick-or-Treat

The shops on Broadway Street are decorated and ready for Downtown Trick-or-Treat!

Siloam Springs Printing is always festive for the holidays.

Houston Enzymes has a wreath!

And Heather Hill is displaying pumpkins.

Tomorrow afternoon the street will be filled with kids instead of cars!

Please come join us!

Downtown merchants will offer treats to costumed children (ages 12 and under only, please) on Wednesday, October 31st from 3:30pm-5:30pm. This popular annual event provides a fun, safe environment for trick or treating!

New Costume Contest! Great Prizes!
City Park at 5:30PM
3 Age Groups
Categories:
Most Original
Cutest
Spookiest

Thank you to our event sponsors!
Presenting:
Siloam Springs Regional Hospital
Broadway Contracting
Bag Sponsor: Arvest Bank
Costume Contest Sponsor: Main Street Studios

Click here for more details.

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

Leaves

 Fall is my favorite time of year.

I love watching the leaves turn from green to beautiful shades of yellows, oranges, and reds.

There are some great trees Downtown.

Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy the beauty!

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

Signs

The other day while on my morning walk, I noticed a few new signs up around Downtown.

Windgate Foundation

Bridges to Wellness

Main Street Siloam Springs

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

Crazy!

Things have been crazy around my house lately. 

Between lots of overnight guests and painting projects, the only reason I've been Downtown is to grab Fratelli's to go!

Yummy, fresh, hot pizza is the perfect dinner on nights where the cook is overwhelmed!

What are your favorite pizza toppings?

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

Gardening 101

Here's some information about an upcoming event taking place Downtown.

(Info copied from here.)

Gardening 101 Workshop

Saturday, October 20th, 9:00 am to 12 noon

Siloam Springs Parks & Recreation will be sponsoring another Gardening Workshop at our Community Building at 110 N Mt Olive in the historic downtown. Dawn Denton, owner of Gardens by You & Me, has arranged our fall workshop again this year with three speakers:  Jacob Hart, Susie Gilbert, and Doug Yoho.  Jacob Hart of NWA Plants, Inc., will speak on “What Plants Survived our Summer”.  Susie Gilbert’s topic will be “Iris I knew how to grow bulbs”.  Susie will have a demonstration on care and planting of bulbs.  Doug Yoho from the University of Arkansas Poultry Science Division, will be speaking on “Backyard Birds and Small Flock Owners.”    Door prizes will be awarded and refreshments will be served.  No registration is needed for this free event.  For more information, contact the Parks & Recreation office at 479 524-5779.

I think iris are pretty, and I've considered getting a few chickens...

I think I'll put this date on my calender and plan to attend!

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

Grand Opening!

There's going to be a Grand Opening on Saturday.

Vintage Accents is opening their doors!  There shop on Broadway Street is almost ready for customers!

I'm excited to see what this new shop has to offer.

For more info, click here to follow them on facebook.

And click here to check out their blog.

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

PS:  Rumor has it the table pictured above will be given away!  Come to the grand opening for more details.

New Kitchen

Have you stopped in at The Cafe On Broadway recently?

Their new kitchen looks great!

I even got a mini tour.

And then I had some of this.  :-)

Oh my!

Thanks to the new kitchen, there are tons of new treats to try.  YUM!

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

Weekend Happenings

There's lots of stuff going on Downtown tomorrow morning.

First up is the One Heart for Justice event.  Activities begin at 8am in Twin Springs Park.  (Click here for more info.)  One of the activities taking place is Siloam Springs very first half-marathon!  I've got a couple of friends who will be running, so I'm planning on heading out to cheer them on.

Farmer's Market will be in full swing in City Park from 8am-1pm.  I'm eager to pick up some fall veggies to roast and put in soups!

Enjoy this fall-ish day!

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

Farmer's Market

Do you follow Siloam Springs Farmer's Market on facebook?

It's a great way to find out what's happening at the market.

This week I learned John Brown University's campus newspaper featured an article about our Farmer's Market.

The link to the article can be found here.

And the link to Siloam Springs Farmer's Market's facebook wall can be found here.

The market is open today and rumor has it they've got pumpkins and apples and mums!

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

Relaxing

After all that posting on the Downtown construction projects, I think it's time to relax. :-)

The other morning I grabbed a cup of coffee and sat on a bench near the Gazebo along the creek bank.  What a beautiful view!  And what a great way to spend a bit of time on a fall-ish morning.

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

New Stairs

Pour Jon's is almost finished with their construction project.

(photo credit)

The stairs are now complete (this is an old picture--but isn't it a neat one?) and they're getting ready to spin records upstairs!

Grab a cup of coffee and see how things have progressed since this picture was taken.

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

New Bridge

I think the biggest new construction project going on at the moment is the University Street Bridge.

I'm excited for this project to finish up!  It's kind of a hassle now, but it's going to be great when it's finished.

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

PS: Farmer's Market is still going on even with the bridge construction.

I've heard fall produce is making its appearance.

Coffee and Books

Next up in our construction series... 

 Have you noticed the flurry of activity happening at Cafe on Broadway?  Have you been hearing the sounds of drills and saws?

They've merged with Books on Broadway and are making all kinds of great changes!

There will be two espresso machines, two cash registers, and two kitchens!

I'm excited!

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

Tonight!

I wanted to take a minute to re-highlight an event taking place Downtown tonight.   

Girls' Night Out is a fun quarterly event that celebrates the joy of shopping locally. Enjoy the fall weather with many offerings from our local boutiques: Find a new outfit, get a bite to eat, a drink or cup of coffee. Get a massage, get your nails done, find unique gifts, and connect with local merchants. 

And (this is the part I wanted to highlight) make a craft!

Here's how it works:

September Girls Night Out Special:

Progressive Craft!

Create a vintage magnet board (for under $10 total) during Girls' Night Out utilizing creative accents from these shops:

Two Gals' Junk (start here): Frame and Tin Backing

Creative Corner on Broadway: Paper backing cover, magnet making station

Siloam Flowers and Gifts: Ribbon Hanger

Heather Hill Clothing: Fabric Flower Accent

Doesn't that sound like fun?

Here are some things other Downtown Merchants have going on this evening:

Local merchants welcome you to their shops Thursday, September 20th from 5-8pm for REFRESHMENTS, SPECIALS, and EXTRA OPEN HOURS!

Cafe on Broadway
- See the progress on their expansion into 127 N. Broadway,
including a large selection of books from the former
Books on Broadway.

Creative Corner on Broadway
- This scrapbook store has everything you need for making
memories last a lifetime. 122 S. Broadway.

Dogwood Junction Recreational Rentals
- This new shop is running a promotion on ALL bike rentals!
204 S. Broadway.

Four Corners Frame Shop
- Visit them in their NEW location - 205 S. Broadway (formerly
Inner City Salon).

Heather Hill Clothing
- This awesome children's clothing store was recently featured on
zulily.com. 122 N. Broadway.

Moosabella's
- Carries locally handcrafted items, upcycled home decor, and
more! 116 S. Broadway, Ste. 1.

Occasions
- If you haven't been in recently, YOU ARE MISSING OUT! This
shop is full of style. 109 W. University.

Positive Touch Massage
- Vanessa Norrell, massage therapist, will be open at 210 N.
Broadway (the cute yellow house just north of Cafe on Broadway
on the left). Gift certificates make great gifts!

Siloam Flowers and Gifts
- This shop always has GREAT Girls' Night Out door prizes! What
an amazing shop, too. Come see their new fall storefront display!
201 A. S. Broadway.

Style Studio
- Looking for a great new salon? Sharilyn and the girls at Style
Studio are fantastic! The studio is just east of Pour Jon's at 111
A. W. Ashley Street.

The Painting Place
- Diana has folk arts and crafts at this quaint cottage on 107. N.
Maxwell St. (Across from the Siloam Springs Museum).

28 Springs
- If you haven't been yet, now is the perfect time! Chef Miles
James serves his signature Ozark Plateau cuisine. There will be a
special just for Girl's Night Out participants! 100 E. University.

Two Gals' Junk
- Start here to make your progressive craft. Owners Terry and
Shari have been busy "picking" all over the NWA region to fill this
shop with antique treasures! 120 S. Broadway

For more information, call Main Street Siloam Springs at 479.524.4556.

Let's Talk Local

Just a quick note...

Are you subscribed to Main Street Siloam Springs' Let's Talk Local?

If not, it's a great way to have Downtown details delivered right to your email box.

Click here for more info.

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn

Save the Date

*Never fear, we'll get back to our New Construction Series.  I've got three more construction sites to share with you.  In the meantime, grab your calendar and...

 

 Girls Night Out Downtown!

• Thursday, September 20th, 5-8pm at Downtown Shops
• Extended Open Hours!
• Refreshments!
• Door Prizes and Specials!

Fall Preservation Lunch

• Tuesday, October 9th
• 11:30-1:00pm
• Lunch provided!
• Valuable seminar for business and property owners downtown

Downtown Trick or Treat

• Wednesday, October 31st, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
• Downtown Merchants will offer treats to costumed kids

Holiday Open House & Christmas Tree Auction

• Sunday, November 4th, 1-5pm at retailers throughout Siloam Springs
• Refreshments!
• Door Prizes and Specials! 

Library Meeting

 I love that our Public Library is part of Downtown Siloam Springs.

My family spends quite a bit of time there looking through books and trying to decide which stories we'll borrow for the week.

Please come to one of the following meetings and do your part to make our library the best that it can be.

I'll see you Downtown!

--Karyn