Most of the barriers are in place! We are thankful to the Town of Manchester's Planning & Development department and Public Works for their support. Outdoor dining not only supports our restaurants but creates a beautiful and vibrant atmosphere downtown. As they say, activity breeds activity!

These "parklet" dining areas, along with the existing Sidewalk Cafes, help to create a sense of community downtown.

This summer we will once again be expanding this sense of outdoor community with the use of Purnell Place. Tomorrow marks the first weekend of our Purnell Place closing. Each Friday, Purnell Place will be closed to car traffic. This will create a walkable gathering area in the center of downtown. These barriers will be removed on Monday to allow for some through traffic.

All of our businesses can benefit from the increased foot traffic. Now is a good time to spruce up your storefront windows! Be sure they are clean and attractive and clearly market your services.

Additionally, Joy will be using the District's social media accounts to bring visibility to side street businesses, such as those on Purnell Place, throughout the summer.

Go for a stroll, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy our beautiful downtown!

Now is the time to sign up to advertise your business in our Summer Guide 2021! This will be distributed at various locations all summer long.  Spaces are available from $15 to $75!

The Guide (& your Ad) will be distributed:

- In Butterfly Stroll Tote Bags

- At each 2nd Saturday Outdoor Market

- At the Spruce Street Farmer's Market

- At Downtown Businesses

- Online

- Electronically in our new community newsletter!

Sign up Today!

You can reserve space at one of our outdoor markets for only $10 per day! You can use your space to sell products or just to advertise your business. You can also share this invitation with other local artisans and vendors.