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A Message from the MainStreet Director, John Woods, Ph.D.
Bringing Our Community Together Downtown
MainStreet Hammonton is a network of committed volunteers that use a proven approach to community revitalization. We have worked since 1993 to build a strong economic future for downtown and all of Hammonton. The program uses a grass roots effort to revitalize the heart of Hammonton. MainStreet Hammonton has helped to stimulate nearly $20 million in improvements to public and private properties downtown and to bring hundreds of jobs to our community. MainStreet helps the community leverage limited funds into significant improvements through grant funding and technical assistance. MainStreet has worked with community groups and elected officials to secure over $2 million in grants and public funding for our downtown.
It is rare when a small town like Hammonton can offer a downtown that is truly the heart of the community. It is our center of government and the place where things get done. It is home to schools, places of worship and the place where many of us work and shop. You can find locally owned stores and service from people you know. From antiques to zinc plated nails, or pet grooming to popcorn poppers, there is someone Downtown that either has what you need or can get it fast. You can find ethnic food and almost any professional service. As other towns try to create the image of a downtown, Hammonton has the real thing. Downtown is a vital and working downtown because of the tireless effort of the volunteers at MainStreet Hammonton .
During 2005 MainStreet Hammonton is committed to bring our community together downtown. The vitality of Hammonton depends on the cooperative effort of our entire community to revitalize and invigorate the entire town. Look for opportunities throughout 2005 to get involved as we work to reestablish a shared vision for our downtown. MainStreet Hammonton will be visiting with community groups and inviting residents to be involved in the revitalization of our town. MainStreet Hammonton will be sponsoring community workshops designed to give every voice a chance to be heard. Be a stakeholder. Be involved. Be a part of Hammonton’s heart. Be a part of this great effort to bring our community together Downtown.
Be a part of your town; look for these great Downtown events: |
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Year-Long
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Historic Downtown Hammonton
Over 200 businesses make Downtown Hammonton a vibrant working downtown. Enjoy shopping, professional services, antiques, ethnic cuisine and traditional community festivals in a hometown setting. (609) 567-9014
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Hammonton Art Center
You can view displays of local artist’s work or enjoy learning and exploring the arts. Contact the Art Center at 567-5360 for schedule and special showings. The Art Center is located at 107 Bellevue in Downtown.
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PATH (Performing Arts Theater of Hammonton)
Enjoy quality dance and theatrical performances of local artists. Contact the DancExplosion at 704-3003 for dates and times.
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May
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Cruisin’ MainStreet: Remember Friday Nights
Downtown Hammonton – Enjoy the Cruise Night on Friday with live entertainment, hundreds of classic cars and contests from the 50’s. Friday, May 20, 2005. (609) 567-9014.
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June
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Red, White and Blueberry Festival
Hammonton Middle School Grounds located at Liberty Street and Fairview Avenue – Find Blueberries baked goods, crafts and the Cruisin’ Classics Antique Car Show. (609) 561-9080
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July
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Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Feast
Downtown Hammonton – Come enjoy the food, carnival and Procession of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, a 131 Year-old Italian Tradition. Week of July 16
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609)-561-0180
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August |
Puerto Rican Festival
Puerto Rican Civic Association Clubhouse – The event includes a festival and downtown parade. Last Week of August (609) 567-4446
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October
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Kiwanis Halloween Parade
Downtown Hammonton – This is the Largest Parade of its Kind in New Jersey. Enjoy floats, costumes and some good hometown fun on the last Wednesday in October. For information, write to PO Box 1086, Hammonton, NJ 08037.
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December
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Holiday Village Festival
Downtown Hammonton – Enjoy true Americana , the Town Tree Lighting, Carolers and Cookies with Santa. Friday December 2, 2005. (609) 567-9014
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The Nutcracker All Jazz’d Up
Enjoy local dancers from the Performing Arts Theater of Hammonton performing this new look at one of the Christmas Season’s favorite ballets. Performances scheduled for the first Saturday and Sunday every December. Contact Paul Morris DancExplosion at (609) 704-3003 for information.
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Fireman’s Christmas Parade
Downtown Hammonton – Enjoy South Jersey’s Largest Fireman’s Parade with new and vintage fire equipment, music and all the fun of a winter parade. December 10, 2005. (609) 567-9014 |
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