Explore Gloucester Main Street with the Passport Promotion!
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Explore Gloucester Main Street with the Passport Promotion!

Join us for an exciting adventure through our vibrant downtown as we launch the Main Street Passport Promotion! From now through April 30, 2024, embark on a journey to discover the hidden gems and local treasures that make our community unique.

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2024 Facade and Interior Grant Applications Now Available
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2024 Facade and Interior Grant Applications Now Available

Façade enhancement grants are a dollar-for-dollar matching grant available up to $20,000. Eligible projects include, but are not limited to, painting and siding, brick maintenance, repair or replacement of exterior windows and doors, new or replacement awnings and exterior lighting, new or replacement commercial signage, landscaping, improvements to steps, parking, and more.

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“The Buck Stays Here” Holiday Campaign Returns
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“The Buck Stays Here” Holiday Campaign Returns

“The Buck Stays Here” Campaign is back! Together we’ll bring $28,000 in shopping dollars, which we will convert to $50.00 gift cards and sell for $25.00 each at various pop-up events in the community.

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Main Street Veteran Returns to Gloucester 
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Main Street Veteran Returns to Gloucester 

The Gloucester Revolving Loan Fund is pleased to announce Ashley Gilmartin Weast as their new Executive Director. A Gloucester-native and an expert in economic development, Ashley brings a wealth of experience to the organization,

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"Wear the Mains Meet" Fall Fashion Release
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"Wear the Mains Meet" Fall Fashion Release

Split Enz Salon will host a fully styled fall fashion show on the Tabb House Lawn (6596 Main Street, Gloucester, VA) in just TWO DAYS on Thursday, September 21st. There are still general admission tickets available, and trust us, you won’t want to miss this!

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LAST CALL BEFORE FALL IS ALMOST HERE!
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LAST CALL BEFORE FALL IS ALMOST HERE!

The 3rd Annual LAST CALL BEFORE FALL, sponsored in full by Chesapeake Bank, is almost here and we can't wait! Join us Saturday, September 9 from 11:30am to 5:30pm on the lawn of the Tabb House (the former location of Split Enz Salon), 6596 Main Street, Gloucester, VA.

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LAST CALL BEFORE FALL RETURNS
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LAST CALL BEFORE FALL RETURNS

Gloucester Main Street Association is pleased to announce the return of LAST CALL BEFORE FALL-Sponsored in full by: CHESAPEAKE BANK!

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THE BIG REVEAL-RESULTS ARE IN
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THE BIG REVEAL-RESULTS ARE IN

Please mark your calendars for the Big Reveal, when Ann Glave will share with the public the results of all our community efforts to work together towards a better Main Street!

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BEER GARDEN 2023 IS ON TAP
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BEER GARDEN 2023 IS ON TAP

Gloucester Main Street Association is once again excited to host the popular Daffodil Festival Beer Garden on Saturday, April 1st from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the parking lot of Versability Resources Lewis B. Puller Center, located at 6632 Main Street in downtown Gloucester Main Street.

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TELL US WHAT YOU THINK!
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TELL US WHAT YOU THINK!

From February 27th through March 15th, we are surveying our community to find out what people think about our downtown – what they like, what they don’t, and what they would like to see more of. It takes only five minutes and gives you a chance to help shape the efforts of Main Street Preservation Trust and Gloucester Main Street Association for the next few years.

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BEN JEALOUS IS COMING TO GLOUCESTER
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BEN JEALOUS IS COMING TO GLOUCESTER

Civil rights leader Ben Jealous will be visiting Gloucester for a lecture and book signing at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 5th, at the historic Gloucester Court House.

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2023 FACADE & INTERIOR GRANT PROGRAM IS NOW OPEN!
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2023 FACADE & INTERIOR GRANT PROGRAM IS NOW OPEN!

Main Street Preservation Trust is delighted to announce that its Facade & Interior Grant Program is back for its thirteenth year. Business and property owners who are planning repairs or enhancements of their exterior or interior spaces in 2023 are encouraged to apply.

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DOWNTOWN DOLLARS: UPDATES AND TIPS!</a>
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DOWNTOWN DOLLARS: UPDATES AND TIPS!

Thank you to our Main Street businesses and especially to everyone in our community who made this year’s Downtown Dollars program a complete success! Nearly 30 businesses participated and more than 400 of you joined in the fun.

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DOWNTOWN DOLLARS SOLD OUT!</a>
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DOWNTOWN DOLLARS SOLD OUT!

Thank you to our participating businesses and especially to all our community members who showed up for Gloucester’s historic Main Street!

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Trick Or Treat Returns To Gloucester Main Street
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Trick Or Treat Returns To Gloucester Main Street

Gloucester Main Street Association, along with Gloucester County Sheriff’s Office will once again host one of Gloucester Main Street’s beloved events, Trick or Treat Gloucester Main Street will be held on Monday, October 31st, 5:30p-7:45p. A road closure will be in effect from 5p-8p starting at the historic Court Circle to Edgehill Shopping Center.

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