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Small businesses invest heavily in the local community. They sponsor sports teams, give gift card donations, discount their services, and much more. First Friday: Pay It Forward is an extension of this generosity and a way for you to support locally owned businesses AND deserving charities! The October First Friday event will be taking place on Friday, October 4th from 6 - 9 pm. Businesses participating in the "Pay It Forward" event will be selecting a charity or non-profit to which a portion of their proceeds from the evening will be donated. The community is invited to get a jump start on holiday shopping during First Friday, and take pride in knowing that their purchases are not only supporting small local businesses, but going on to help charitable organizations carry out their missions. A full list of participating businesses and their chosen charities will be available on the Main Street Greenville Facebook page. During the evening, there will also be musicians performing in different locations throughout the district. Some will be hosted inside businesses and some will be hosted outside, weather permitting. If there is a chance of inclement weather, the musicians will all be moved inside. Main Street Greenville invites everyone to make reservations to eat dinner downtown from 6-7 pm, and stay for the music performances from 7-9 pm (unless stated otherwise). In addition, many businesses will stay open late for shopping! Even better? Pay It Forward will last all weekend long. Shop downtown during First Friday or anytime on Saturday during the Day of Harvest event and your purchase will help fund local non-profits. A Day of Harvest will be on Saturday, October 5th from 9 am - 4pm and an array of autumn activities are planned to tempt everyone’s interest! Events will include the return of the Chili Cook-Off, a pumpkin decorating contest at Sadie Grace (bring pumpkins pre-decorated), fall-themed kids crafts, and more. The second to last farmers’ market of the season will also be taking place from 9 am - 1 pm at the corner of 4th and Broadway so don’t miss your chance to pick up fresh produce, home decor, and sweet treats! Tickets for the November First Friday: Chocolate Walk will go on sale during A Day of Harvest starting at 9:00 am. Purchases can be made at the Darke County Welcome Center at 421 S. Broadway. Tickets are $20 each and there is a limit of 4 per person, due to high demand. Join us for a full weekend of fall family fun on October 4th and 5th and help downtown businesses pay it forward! First Friday: Pay It Forward is sponsored by GNB Banking Centers, your independent hometown community bank. GNB Banking Centers offers 10 branch locations in Darke and surrounding counties and has been serving rural Ohio as a community bank since 1934. Visit them online at www.bankgnb.bank. ​ ​Main Street Greenville is a non-profit organization committed to stimulating and supporting revitalization efforts, historic preservation and economic growth in Historic Downtown Greenville. To learn more about the organization, visit www.MainStreetGreenville.org or call 937-548-4998. You can also like the organization on Facebook to receive updates on a regular basis (www.facebook.com/mainstreetgreenville).

Main Street Greenville is accepting entries for the 16th Annual Hometown Holiday Horse Parade! Help us light up downtown Greenville by entering your horse-drawn carriages, wagons, riders or buggies and participating in the Best Community Parade in the state as voted by the readers of Ohio Magazine for 2019! The parade will take place the weekend before Thanksgiving on Saturday, November 23rd. Entry forms can be submitted online by clicking HERE, or by contacting the Main Street Greenville office at 937-548-4998 for a printed form. Contact parade committee chair Diana Stebbins at 937-606-4776 or ss396z@yahoo.com with any questions or concerns. The lighted horse parade event boasts 90+ entries and brings an estimated 8,000+ spectators into the downtown Greenville area. The parade will travel down South Broadway, travel around the circle, and return back up South Broadway. The parade begins at 7 pm with entertainment leading up to the main event. Also, downtown businesses will be open late for holiday shopping and dining! Main Street Greenville, the non-profit organization that has been coordinating the event since 2004, and the Hometown Holiday Horse Parade Committee is accepting entries for the parade. All entries must be horse-drawn carriages, wagons, riders or buggies. Nothing motorized is permitted for this parade.

The 1920s are returning to downtown Greenville during Main Street Greenville's September First Friday event! This event will tell the story of Ida Thomas, Greenville's "Popcorn Lady." This local legend has been all but forgotten by most, but we hope to tell her story and celebrate the spirit of the time by giving away lots of free popcorn, featuring live jazz bands, hosting speakeasys stocked by local breweries and wineries, creating a kid-friendly "dry zone," and much more! This uniquely Greenville event will be taking place on Friday, September 6th from 6 - 9 pm. Attendees are encouraged to go to the Darke County Welcome Center at 421 S. Broadway to get a wristband which will grant access to the three “speakeasys.” There will be one outdoor and two indoor speakeasys, each will have drinks for sale and live jazz bands can be enjoyed at two of the locations! Wristbands are $5 each and you must be 21 or older to purchase. The locations of the speakeasys will be revealed when wristbands are purchased, but we are excited to confirm the breweries that will be represented at the outdoor location! You will be able to enjoy the musical stylings of Wild Note Jazz Quartet while sipping on the craft brews of Tailspin Brewing Co., Moeller Brew Barn, and Warped Wing Brewing Company. Local wines will also be available. Enjoy a late summer sunset while listening to live music and toasting the repeal of prohibition! Not interested in jazz & “juice joints”? No problem! Main Street Greenville will be giving away free popcorn and telling the story of Ida Thomas at the location of her iconic popcorn stand on the corner of 4th and Broadway in front of the courthouse. Stop by to learn about a local legend and enjoy hot buttered popcorn as you stroll the street and shop at downtown businesses. Many businesses will be open late for First Friday and offering sales and specials. The speakeasys are adults only but First Friday is open to all ages! A kid-friendly “dry zone” will be set up on W. Third St. Kids of all ages can enjoy a root beer or lemonade and learn how to do the Charleston with instructors from 5678 Dance Studio, make a craft provided by Advance America, and take part in games and a kid-friendly obstacle course offered by BMF Fitness Studio and Fit By Loy. First Friday: Popcorn & Prohibition is sponsored by Second National Bank. Headquartered in Greenville, Second National Bank is part of the Park National Corporation, a group of strong community banks based in Ohio. Second National was originally chartered in July 1883 and has 8 offices in Greenville, Arcanum, Versailles, Fort Recovery and Celina. Additional thanks to our media sponsors, Gordon & DeSantis Orthodontics and Zechar Bailey Funeral Homes. ​Main Street Greenville is a non-profit organization committed to stimulating and supporting revitalization efforts, historic preservation and economic growth in Historic Downtown Greenville. To learn more about the organization, visit www.MainStreetGreenville.org or call 937-548-4998. You can also like the organization on Facebook to receive updates on a regular basis (www.facebook.com/mainstreetgreenville).

Fit by Loy, a new fitness studio in downtown Greenville, celebrated its opening last week with a huge giveaway to one lucky winner – free fitness classes for a year. The winner, Cheryl Wysong, of Greenville, was announced via social media Sunday afternoon. “We are thrilled that Cheryl won our opening week giveaway,” said Nicole Loy, owner of Fit by Loy. “We hope this gives her the opportunity to explore all of our classes throughout the year.” “That was a super exciting phone call,” said Wysong. “Now to get some friends to join me in these fun classes. It’s like getting a workout while just having fun!” Fit by Loy offers cardio drumming, belly dancing, yoga, REFIT, Throwback, and jump rope classes Monday through Thursday at 120 W. Third Street in downtown Greenville. Their goal is to offer energizing classes, comfortable apparel, and awesome events that make you smile and come back for more. Details on Fit by Loy can be found at www.fitbyloy.com.

Entrepreneurs and anyone who has ever dreamed of opening their own shop should attend the Downtown Open House next Friday to explore the potential of opening a business in downtown Greenville. Main Street Greenville is putting together an event in order to help promote business development in the historic downtown district. They will be hosting an "open house" during which 7 available storefronts will be open for potential business owners to tour. If someone is interested in opening a business in downtown Greenville they are able to see multiple locations at one time instead of making several separate appointments. The list of locations and information about each property will be available the night of the event. Attendees should stop into the Darke County Welcome center located at 421 S. Broadway to receive a list of the addresses. This event will be held on Friday, July 26th from 4 - 6 pm. They will also be partnering with local government and economic development organizations to provide information regarding business planning, commercial financing, and required city and state permitting in order to facilitate a comprehensive and convenient experience for would-be business owners. Main Street Greenville would like to thank Second National Bank for sponsoring this free event and supporting small business development! ​Main Street Greenville is a non-profit organization committed to stimulating and supporting revitalization efforts, historic preservation and economic growth in Historic Downtown Greenville. To learn more about the organization, visit www.MainStreetGreenville.org or call 937-548-4998. You can also like the organization on Facebook to receive updates on a regular basis (www.facebook.com/mainstreetgreenville).

GREENVILLE, Ohio - Continuing their commitment to the local community, Second National Bank is once again a Legacy Donor, the highest tier of supporter, to Main Street Greenville, a non-profit organization focusing on historic preservation and downtown revitalization. “Second National Bank is a loyal and generous supporter of Main Street Greenville,” said Crysta Hutchinson Bloomingdale, Executive Director. “Their contribution allows us to present downtown events that bring the community together. The support of Second National Bank also allows us to provide services to the existing downtown business community and recruit new entrepreneurs.” Some of the events supported by Second National Bank include multiple First Fridays and Small Business Saturday, both of which encourage people to spend time in historic downtown Greenville and shop locally. Second National Bank is also the sponsor of a brand new event focused on small business recruitment, the Downtown Greenville Open House. In order to further facilitate property investment and business expansion Main Street Greenville will host an evening open house where several available downtown storefronts will be open to potential business owners at the same time. The event is set to take place on Friday, July 26th from 4 - 6 pm and six properties are expected to be open to tour. In addition to the open storefronts information about business planning, commercial lending, and the permitting process will be provided to interested participants. Second National Bank is headquartered in Greenville and is part of the Park National Bank Corporation, a group of strong community banks based in Ohio, Kentucky, North Carolina and South Carolina. Second National Bank was chartered in July 1883 and has 7 offices located in Celina, Fort Recovery, Greenville, Versailles and Arcanum. Second National Bank is dedicated to serving our communities and helping them to grow and prosper through financial support and volunteer efforts by our associates. Main Street Greenville is a non-profit organization committed to stimulating and supporting revitalization efforts, historic preservation and growth in historic Downtown Greenville. To learn more, visit www.MainStreetGreenville.org, follow them on Facebook, or contact them at 937-548-4998.

Main Street Greenville will be introducing a new theme for July’s First Friday event, Heat Wave! The lazy, hazy days of summer are finally here, so head on over to downtown Greenville to make your memories of winter fade away. For some good old fashioned summer fun, stroll on downtown Friday, July 5th from 6 to 9 pm. The festivities will include music by Shannon Clark and the Sugar, a water balloon toss, oversized lawn games, an outdoor movie, and fun family activities. Shannon Clark and the Sugar will perform from 7 to 9 pm on 5th Street between the Coffee Pot and Michael’s Fine Clocks and Jewelry. They are a local band whose sweet vibes will make for one sun-sational evening. Shannon and the Sugar specialize in a multitude of genres from soul, pop, rock, to alt-country, so there is a special song for everyone who comes out to listen. ​ BMF Fitness, a new downtown business, will be hosting limbo on W. Third St. throughout the evening, so be sure to breeze through, enjoy the beach party vibes, and see how low you can go! Right across Broadway on E. Third St., Main Street Greenville will be offering a “pocket park” made possible thanks to a partnership with Rotary Club of Greenville and Hupmans Lawn Care. This temporary park will be open to the public to enjoy a place to sit down, relax, socialize, and enjoy some oversized yard game fun! Main Street Greenville will also be offering a water balloon toss contest on the courthouse lawn starting at 7:00 pm! Grab a friend and see if you can go the distance without letting your balloon pop. The winners of the toss will receive a $10 gift card to Chillz Frozen Yogurt! Once the sun sets bring out your lawn chairs, blankets, family, and friends for an outdoor movie showing at the “Theater on Third” sponsored by Greenville National Bank! The event will feature a family friendly movie (to be announced) starting at dusk (approx 9:15 pm). Theater on Third is an outdoor movie experience and will be located in the city parking lot behind Bach to Rock. This outside event is free and concessions will be provided for a perfect ending to another dreamy summer night. In addition to all the activities listed above, many downtown businesses will be open late for all to enjoy, so make reservations for dinner and explore the shopping experiences offered. ​ First Friday: Heat Wave is sponsored by Second National Bank. Headquartered in Greenville, Second National Bank is part of the Park National Corporation, a group of strong community banks based in Ohio. Second National was originally chartered in July 1883 and has 8 offices in Greenville, Arcanum, Versailles, Fort Recovery and Celina. ​ ​Main Street Greenville is a non-profit organization committed to stimulating and supporting revitalization efforts, historic preservation and economic growth in Historic Downtown Greenville. To learn more about the organization, visit www.MainStreetGreenville.org or call 937-548-4998. You can also like the organization on Facebook to receive updates on a regular basis (www.facebook.com/mainstreetgreenville).

Greenville, OHIO – While the fitness industry can promise improved physical health, it can’t always assure fun. That’s about to change when Fit by Loy, a boutique fitness studio, opens in downtown Greenville. With classes such as cardio drumming, REFIT, jump rope, yoga, and Throwback – a workout that brings back the nostalgia of recess – the studio places a large emphasis on fun for the individual, family, and community. “Exercise is hard work, but it doesn’t have to feel that way,” said Nicole Clementz, owner of Fit by Loy. “Our classes incorporate cardio and strength, but our most important component is play. We want people of all ages and physical fitness abilities to feel welcome, comfortable, and engaged in everything we do.” Several of the classes offered at Fit by Loy are unique to the area, including Throwback, which features adult workouts based on classic playground games. Fit by Loy has the only certified Throwback class in the state of Ohio, an achievement Greenville can be proud of. In addition to fitness classes, Fit by Loy plans to offer wellness workshops, adventure speaker series, and special events. “We are in the process of securing workshops for this fall that focus on healthy eating on a hectic schedule, fun and healthy foods for kids, and the use of essential oils,” said Loy. “Our special events will include bike and brews, candlelight yoga, and more.” Fitness apparel will also be sold at the studio. The studio’s opening week will provide participants with the opportunity to win free fitness classes for a year. Each class participant will be able to sign up for the chance to win. The more classes a person attends, the higher the chances of winning. Fit by Loy will open July 8 at 120 W. Third Street in downtown Greenville. Class and workshop schedules can be found at www.fitbyloy.com or on the Fit by Loy Facebook page.

Enjoy the fun of the farm in a beautiful downtown setting and learn how you can get connected to your community at Main Street Greenville's June First Friday event! First Friday: Volunteer Fair & Petting Zoo is scheduled for Friday, June 7th from 6-9 pm in downtown Greenville. ​ During the event, there will be a small petting zoo in front of the courthouse provided by Idle-Hour Ranch. The petting zoo will feature alpacas, goats, nursery cattle, and sheep. ​ The event will also include a Volunteer Fair, which will feature more than 10 non-profit organizations. Each booth will be offering a family friendly activity while sharing information about the work they do to make Darke County even better through the help of volunteers. After learning about their missions, you are encouraged to get involved and become a volunteer! It is a great way to connect to your community and help make a difference! ​ In addition, many businesses will stay open late! To find a list of all the activities/specials taking place during the event, please visit Main Street Greenville’s website or their Facebook page. The June First Friday: Volunteer Fair and Petting Zoo is kindly sponsored by Greenville National Bank. ​ First Friday events aim to bring people downtown during evening hours to enjoy activities, demonstrations, food and music in a beautiful historic setting. The monthly event is presented by Main Street Greenville – a non-profit organization committed to stimulating and supporting revitalization efforts, historic preservation and economic growth in historic Downtown Greenville. To learn more, visit www.MainStreetGreenville.org or their facebook page. You can contact them at 937-548-4998 or info@mainstreetgreenville.org.

Main Street Greenville’s First Friday event will once again feature the Artisan Stroll! The goal of this event is to create a temporary “gallery” throughout our historic downtown district as well as curate interactive experiences to foster community involvement and support of the arts. The event will take place on Friday, August 2nd from 6:00 - 9:00 pm in the downtown district. The committee is looking for artisans and crafters to display, demonstrate, and sell their work at this interactive event designed to promote the local art community. All local artists and talented creative individuals are invited to sell and/or demonstrate their craft. The artists will join many downtown businesses who will be staying open late and other activities that will be planned for the event. Main Street Greenville is also pleased to announce that we will once again be hosting an art contest during the Artisan Stroll! This juried contest is open to all accepted participants of the Artisan Stroll, although participation in the contest is not a requirement to display your work at the Artisan Stroll. This event is kindly sponsored by the Jordan Agency. Their team of insurance professionals has years of collective industry experience writing both personal and commercial insurance policies designed to fit your needs. Jordan Agency’s friendly staff will work with you on a one-on-one basis to develop not only the perfect policy, but a lasting relationship. You can reach them at www.jordanagencygreenville.com or 937-548-1606. Registration to showcase and sell your items is $20.00 per space, which is a donation to Main Street Greenville (a non-profit organization). The deadline to sign-up is July 19th, 2019. The vendor application can be found HERE. For more information or to receive a vendor application, contact committee member Susan Fowble at 937-423-2387 or fowble51@gmail.com. Main Street Greenville is a non-profit organization committed to stimulating and supporting revitalization efforts, historic preservation and economic growth in Historic Downtown Greenville. To learn more about the organization, visit www.mainstreetgreenville.org or call 937-548-4998. You can also like the organization on Facebook to receive updates on a regular basis (www.facebook.com/mainstreetgreenville). Click Here for 2019 Vendor Application CLICK HERE FOR ARTISAN STROLL APPLICATION FORM

In 2007, Main Street Greenville created the Adopt-A-Box Flower Program in downtown Greenville. Since then, more than 70 flower boxes and pots are funded and planted each Spring by individuals and businesses located in the community. This year’s Downtown Planting Day will be held on Saturday, May 25th from 8:00 - 11:00 am. During this time, a group of volunteers gather downtown to plant the flowers along South Broadway. Main Street Greenville invites you to get your family, business, church, or organization together and join us as we work to beautify our town! The Adopt-A-Box Flower Program was created to increase community pride and provide an active and colorful atmosphere. “Planting fresh flowers in the boxes along Broadway brings such a sense of life and vibrancy to the downtown district,” said Crysta Hutchinson Bloomingdale, Executive Director of Main Street Greenville. “The volunteers who donate their time take pride in their hometown and they know that little touches can make all the difference.” The Adopt-A-Box Flower Program also receives sponsorship and assistance from BASF Corporation, Miller Flowers Greenhouse & Florist, and Dave Knapp Ford Lincoln. If you would like to volunteer for this event please report to the gazebo in front of the courthouse at 8:00 and bring a hand trowel, gloves, and a broom if possible. All are welcome to help with this community activity. Please contact Main Street Greenville at info@mainstreetgreenville.org with any additional questions. If you are interested in adopting a flower box, please contact Main Street Greenville or fill out the adoption form on their website. Flower boxes can be sponsored for $35 and flower pots for $50. Plaques are placed on each box and pot to recognize the wonderful family of donors who contribute to making downtown a beautiful destination! Main Street Greenville is a non-profit organization committed to stimulating and supporting revitalization efforts, historic preservation and growth in historic Downtown Greenville. To learn more, visit www.MainStreetGreenville.org, follow them on Facebook, or contact them at 937-548-4998.

Have you ever wondered what is on the upper floors of our historic downtown buildings? If so, you will want to be part of Main Street Greenville’s First Friday Upper Floor Tour on Friday, May 3rd to see and discover these hidden locations! This self-guided tour will take place from 6-9 pm and will include 4 upper floor locations and 1 bonus location in downtown. Also, since it is "First Friday,” downtown businesses will be open late for you to shop, dine, and enjoy! The Upper Floor Tours were created to highlight the historic buildings located in our downtown district and remind residents of the true magnitude of the buildings. “Our downtown buildings have so many fascinating stories of the lives that took place in and around them. The Upper Floor Tour allows people to see the spaces that are often closed to the public, and where the history of the buildings is often still visible,” said Crysta Hutchinson Bloomingdale, Executive Director for Main Street Greenville. “We hope that people will also see the potential that lies in these buildings and consider how they can still be utilized today.” The tour will be even more exciting for 2019, as three of the locations have never been on the tour before! The following buildings will be featured on the tour this year: 201 W. Main St. (Old Lohmann Telescope Factory), 107 W. Main St. (Space above Final Bow Center for Children’s Performing Arts), 116 W. 4th St. (Space above Marchal & Marchal, Ltd.), and 421 S. Broadway (Space above Granny’s Corner, Tangles, MinuteMan Press, and The Darke County Welcome Center). The bonus location (no ticket necessary to view this location) will be an available downtown apartment, located at 132 E. 3rd St. A video-tour featuring the upper floor locations on the tour will be offered the same evening (during the same time) for those with limited mobility. The video tour can be viewed at the Darke County Welcome Center (421 S. Broadway). Tickets are $5 each and unlimited tickets will be available. The tour is free for students and children 17 and younger. All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets will be available at the Darke County Welcome Center starting on Monday, April 29th and will be sold the day of the event as well. “Our hope is that the Upper Floor Tours will encourage and inspire others to consider living options in the downtown area and continue to increase the demand for upper floor apartment living,” said Bloomingdale. Downtown residents can make a sizable contribution to the health and the stability of the overall downtown economy. “People who choose to live downtown often embrace the lifestyle, supporting the businesses on an almost daily basis,” said Bloomingdale. “Our goal is to have these upper floors utilized. We hope this event will encourage people to look at our historic buildings a little differently when traveling down Broadway.” Mote and Associates, Inc. sponsors the annual Upper Floor Tour, a professional design firm specializing in civil engineering and land surveying. The tour is presented by Main Street Greenville in collaboration with Historic Preservation Month to bring awareness and respect to our built environment. First Fridays are a monthly event presented by Main Street Greenville, a non-profit organization committed to stimulating and supporting revitalization efforts, historic preservation and grown in historic Downtown Greenville. To learn more about the organization or the event, please visit www.MainStreetGreenville.org, follow them on social media, or contact them at 937-548-4998.