The Hometown Market is Back!
Main Street Fairmont is officially kicking off the 2024 Hometown Market season with Music
on Monroe! Come shop from 40+ local artisan vendors and listen to an assortment of local
performers including Lauren Starkey, Austin Glaspell, and Zona Hester. While you're shopping grab a bite to eat at the Rollie Pollie Egg Roll food truck!
Join us downtown on May 18th from 10 AM-3 PM for shopping, music, food, and more!
Two/Two/Eight Summer Market Series
In conjunction with all of our Hometown Markets this summer, Two/Two/Eight Gallery will also be hosting their own series of vendor markets, making Downtown Fairmont an absolute can't-miss destination every 3rd Saturday of the month (2nd Saturday in July).
United Way Day of Action
Main Street Fairmont is participating with the Tygart Valley United Way for another year of Day of Action! Join us on June 21 to be a part of the fun! Volunteers who participate will be invited for a free lunch at Palatine Park at 11AM. Projects begin at 12PM. All participants will receive a FREE t-shirt commemorating the day and their service to the community. Anyone interested in participating can sign up by clicking HERE. Look out for Main Street Fairmont's project!
Beautifying Downtown
If you drive through downtown this weekend, you will see some beautiful changes thanks to City of Fairmont Planning, Parks, & Public Works Staff. The ground flower baskets have been placed and planted and the hanging flower baskets will soon follow. You will also see the return of the Fairmont State University streetlight banners, just in time for commencement!!
MCC Cash Calendar
The Marion County Chamber of Commerce has officially announced their CA$H CALENDAR for the 2nd half of 2024!**$20 for a chance to win one of 10 $50 gift cards to local eateries or up to $500 in cash!**You can participate by asking a Chamber Board member or Ambassador if they have tickets or by reaching out to the Chamber office to get yours while they last.304-363-0442 or pat@marionchamber.com
Business Spotlight:
Hannah's Studios
Hannah's Studios, located at 312 Adams St and home of Hannah's Clay Creations, is opening its doors!
We encourage everyone to visit Hannah's Studios for their soft opening on on May 18th to view the pottery class schedule, participate in a slab project, purchase pottery, and learn about all the exciting things coming to Hannah's Studios!
The first 50 guests will receive a souvenir tote with a coupon and W.V. ornament, so come early!
Small Business and Individual Sponsorships
We are in fundraising season and YOU can help us make a difference. Some highlights of what last year's sponsorship dollars accomplished were $246,220 in Direct Financial Impact, 6 new business storefronts opened with in Downtown over the last year, and an estimated attendance of over 25,000 visitors collectively to our 5 Hometown Markets and 3-Day Holiday Celebration.
As we continue to strive for excellence and expand our programming, we find ourselves presented with new opportunities to make an even greater difference. We have set ambitious goals for the coming year, and we believe that with increased support, we can not only meet but exceed our objectives.
To help us continue to beautify downtown Fairmont and bring you events like the Hometown Markets and the Hometown Holiday Celebration, please take a moment to donate at the link below.
Welcome BACK to Palatine Park
We could not be more excited about the return of the Palatine Park Summer Concert Series!!! The Marion County Commission has once again outdone themselves by creating another jam-packed lineup of summer entertainment at Palatine Park. The fun begins THIS MONTH during the WV Three Rivers Festival with Ragdolls - The Only All-Female Tribute to Aerosmith on Friday May 24th and ZOSO - Led Zeppelin Tribute on Saturday May 25th. You can find the full lineup at https://palatineparkwv.com/events/.
Main Street Fairmont Events
May 18- Hometown Market Music on Monroe
June 15- Hometown Market Hometown Spirit
July 13- Hometown Market and Fourth Annual Car Show
August 17- Hometown Market and Annual Tomato Festival
September 21- Hometown Market End of Summer Bash
Community Events
May 4- Marion County Public Library System's Free Comic Book Day
May 10- The Fearless Fools Live at Two/Two/Eight
May 11- Two/Two/Eight Percieving Exposure Exhibit opening reception
May 18th - Hannah's Clay Creations soft opening at 312 Adams St
May 18- Two/Two/Eight Summer Market Series
May 23-25 - WV Three Rivers Festival
May 24 - RagDolls Aerosmith Tribute at Palatine Park
May 25 - ZOSO The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Tribute at Palatine Park
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