a hometown Holiday

a hometown Holiday was a vision of Main Street Greenville to have local talent performing during the whole holiday season downtown.  We set out for auditions and were delighted with the response of great talent we have in Darke County. As Christmas favorites are broadcasted on the sound system downtown, this cd of local talent is within the mix.  Main Street Greenville is making this cd available to the public to enjoy.  You can...

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Well the Weather Out Side Is Frightful

But unfortunately it isn't snow that we are frightful of... it's the rain!The Hometown Holiday Parade scheduled for this evening has been rescheduled for Saturday, November 22 at 7pm.  Look for a great parade featuring horse drawn carriages next Saturday in downtown Greenville. If you still would like to plan your evening for downtown Greenville tonight the shops and eateries are open late for their Holiday Open House.  Enjoy the Hometown hospitality all in downtown Greenville.  &nb...

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Historic Downtown Calendars

An 18-month calendar has been created by Main Street Greenville to showcase the historic integrity of downtown Greenville from 1890’s to the 1930’s. The calendar contains twenty historic photographs taken throughout the downtown district.  The calendar runs from January 2009 until June 2010 and can be purchased for $10 each at Readmore’s Hallmark, KitchenAid Experience, Granny’s Corner, Bread of Life, Bear’s Mill, Wayne Hospital Gift Shop,...

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A Candlelight Stroll

Oh, Autumn is here! But soon all the fall decor will be replaced with the magical sights of Christmas. On November 13, 14, 15 downtown Greenville will host their annual Holiday Open House. So far the schedule of events are as follows:November 13Holiday shopping with stores open until 8pmDowntown Church tour with luminaries lighting the way from 5-8pmCarriage Rides compliments of Greenville National Bank from 5-8pmNovember 14Holiday shopping with...

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A Harvest of Happenings Lingering in the Amber Rays of Autumn

(A note from a family visiting Darke County...)Towards the end of September, our family always try to squeeze in one more family fun event. So we head west to Darke County situated on the Ohio /Indiana border, where we find vibrant colors, intoxicating smells andirresistible flavors. There's so much to sample on a perfect autumn weekend. We begin our autumn explorations in  Downtown Greenville , the heart of Darke County. All roads lead...

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Ba..by Ruth!

Catch the Fratelli's in downtown Greenville and see what treasure Jamie has waiting for you!Baby Ruth's of course!Pre Show performance by KIDS band from DA Music StudioThe Goonies wrapped up our Thursday Theater season last week.  Downtown Greenville was the spot for 3 outdoor movies with a 2 story inflatable screen.  Thank you to everyone that came out for the free movies...we hope you enjoyed it.  We would love to hear from you...hint,...

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Annie Oakley Days {Legendary}

Model T's displayed downtownDowntown is vibrant with color this summer morningKitchenAid, early in the morning after seeing 200 customersRanger Jim rounding up the posse for a downtown photo.   A store sidewalk displayWow!  It is only a day and a half into the sidewalk sales downtown. We have seen heavy traffic all day long.  The first person in line at KitchenAid came at 11pm the night before to camp out in their car to...

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Faces at the Market

The downtown Farmers' Market is a great addition to downtown activities in the summer.  One of the great things I see about the market is families working together for a bountiful harvest of goods. This past Saturday was a great market to partake in.  We strive to offer a variety of vendors each Wednesday and Saturday along with customers that really enjoy the downtown setting.Here are a few faces you will see at the market in downtown....

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Annie Oakley Days 2008

Darke County is home of Little Sure Shot, Annie Oakley.    Hope you have Thursday, July 24-Saturday, July 26 marked on your calendar for the Annie Oakley Sidewalk Sales in downtown Greenville.  This 45 year old tradition highlights KitchenAid Experience with their insane deals on KitchenAid gadgets and countertop appliances.  You can wait in line for them to open at 8 am to be one of the first 200 shoppers to receive a free...

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Outdoor Movie Series, Season Finale

Have you been missing out on the summer fun happening in downtown Greenville?  New this year, Main Street Greenville along with sponsors of Midmark Foundation and Greenville National Bank have brought free family fun movie nights to East Fifth Street called Thursday Theater, A Reel Outdoor Experience.The season finale is nearing and we want to make sure you don't miss it.  Thursday, August 7, The Goonies will be featured on the two story...

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The Sandlot- July 3rd Photos!

The Sandlot featured July 3rd on a misty evening Bubble Gum Blowing Contest had Greenville National Bank representative as well as the Greenville Schools Superintendent.Boy Scout Troop 373 presenting the American Flag for a patriotic salute The young baseball and softball players singing "Take Me Out To The Ballgame"Patriotic tattoos were offered to all the show attende...

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Let's Scream for Ice Cream!

Ice Cream, where?Ahh, kids and adults favorite, especially on a hot summer day.  At downtown Greenville's farmers' market we want to show our appreciation for the tempting indulging food and to educate how it is made. Come downtown for the farmers' market on Wednesday, July 9 from 2-6 pm and find out!&nb...

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Celebrate Independence!

The SandlotThursday, July 3rd is the second of  Main Street Greenville's Thursday Theater Series. The Sandlot will be the featured movie with pre-show fun beginning at 7:30 pm on East 5th Street in downtown.Wear your baseball jersey to the movie to commemorate America's favorite past time.  Celebrate Independence!Breakdown of activities:7:30 pm The Music Begins7:45 pm Bubble Gum Blowing Contest Cornhole"Don't forget the Lyrics, Patriotic Edition"8:30...

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Veggies Sprouting at the Market

Fresh vegetables are sprouting along and will soon be entering the downtown Farmers' Market. Until then, market goers were entertained by our human vegetable characters voicing what they can make at our 1st Eat Your Veggies Day in appreciate of the national celebration. The 10 year old cabbage expressed that she was a cabbage and "I make coleslaw!"  A cute way to educate and have fun with veggies!A special thanks to Diane Barga from OSU Extension...

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Eat Your Veggies Day!

June 18 is Eat Your Veggies Day at the Farmers' Market in downtown Greenville.Along with finding fresh baked goods and seasonal vegetables, the market will host Diane Barga with OSU Extension from 2:30pm-3:30pm.  Diane will present the following:Vegetable NutritionHow to Select Good VegetablesWays to Prepare and Store Ohio VegetablesIn addition, a kids area will have vegetable recipes, coloring activities, and a photo opp with vegetable characters.The...

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Farmers Market Ready for Week 2

Week 2 of the Farmers Market begins tomorrow at the Courthouse from 2-6pm.  We are always looking for vendors.  No amount is too small or too big to bring to the market.  This year we have the communal table for those that can't spend the afternoon set up but would still like to contribute to the variety offered at the market.  For more information on becoming a vendor, please call 937.548.4998.Also we are looking for volunteers...

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Farmers and Ogres

This week was a big week for downtown Greenville.  We kicked off the Farmers' Market on Wednesday and Thursday Theater, A Reel Outdoor Experience obviously on Thursday.The Market, which opened a month earlier this year, saw new faces set up.  We were worried that Mother Nature was going to hold it up, but by the time set up came the clouds parted and allowed for a great afternoon.  Farmers' Market is every Wednesday and Saturday at...

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Shrek it Out!

Shrek will be featured for the first Thursday Theater in downtown Greenville on Thursday, June 5, 2008.Pre-Show Information7:30pm- Shrek Costume Contest (age groups 0-5, 6-12, teens, adults)8:00pm- Best Donkey Impersonation 8:30pm- Shrek Trivia on the Big ScreenApprox. 8:45pm- ShrekWhat to Bring?Lawn ChairsBlanketsViewing AreaEast 5th Street in downtown Greenville between South Broadway and WalnutEast 5th Street will close at 5:30pm.Thursday...

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