by Hillary Gavan, Beloit Daily News – December 16, 2020 Brieanna Washburn opened The Happy Homestead on Dec. 1 at 635 BroadSt. to get to know people a little better and express her creative side. The formernurse hopes her shop will brighten people’s day as they explore her many uniqueofferings.The store carries mostly home decor Read more…
by Clint Wolf, Beloit Daily News – December 10, 2020 Many children in the Stateline Area will be able to snuggle up with a good book thisholiday season thanks to the generosity those who helped may the Beloit Daily NewsBooks For Kids campaign a success once again.The book drive ended Thursday and Daily News staff Read more…
by Austin Montgomery, Beloit Daily News – December 8, 2020 Even amidst the struggles of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Beloit ArtCenter sees a bright future in downtown Beloit.The Beloit Art Center Board recently approved the purchase of the historic buildingat 520 E. Grand Ave. from the Greater Beloit Economic Development Corporation(GBEDC) for $84,255, with closing Read more…
by Hillary Gavan, Beloit Daily News – December 6, 2020 The 17th Annual Holidazzle might not have had its trademark trolley ridesand vendors in shops this year, but visitors said they loved seeing the lights, strollingthe downtown in nice weather and having the chance to get a little extra holidayshopping done.Nineteen businesses participated in the Read more…
by Hillary Gavan, Beloit Daily News – December 3, 2020 Sisters Patti Harrer, co-owner of Nest Egg, and Pam Talley, employee, are getting their merchandise ready for Holidazzle set for Friday from 5-9 p.m. in downtown Beloit. Nest Egg, 816 E. Grand Ave., has been part of Holidazzle since its inception. Harrer said Holidazzle brings Read more…
by Hillary Gavan, Beloit Daily News – December 3, 2020 Everyone’s invited to the Downtown Beloit Association’s (DBA) IndoorWinter Farmers’ Market. The event kicked off on Nov. 7 at the DBA’s new ofxces at557 E. Grand Ave. The indoor markets are Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon.Due to COVID-19, DBA Promotions Coordinator Crystal Cribbs said Read more…
by Hillary Gavan, Beloit Daily News – December 1, 2020 In light of COVID-19 numbers in the county, the Beloit International FilmFestival (BIFF) will celebrate its ‘sweet 16’ birthday virtually with the possibility for afew drive-in movies.The 16th Annual BIFF will run Feb. 19—28. The films to be featured this year will beannounced this week Read more…
by Hillary Gavan, Beloit Daily News – November 30, 2020 This weekend will feature a couple of Beloit holiday-related activities as well.The Downtown Beloit Association’s (DBA) Holidazzle will be held Friday, Dec. 4 from5-9 p.m. in downtown Beloit. Although there won’t be a trolley or vendors and foodinside stores this year, many businesses will be Read more…
WIFR – November 29, 2020 Downtown Beloit businesses are getting into the holiday spirit by taking part in a window decorating contest.The way the contest works is dozens of businesses create a holiday store window and then people in the community can vote for their favorite on the Downtown Beloit Association Facebook page. Pizzazz owner Read more…
by Clint Wolf, Beloit Daily News – November 29, 2020 Cars filed through the Third Street parking lot in downtown Beloit Fridayto get a glimpse of lighted trailers, buses, and at the end, they were greeted by Santaand Mrs. Claus.This was the slightly different take on the traditional Downtown Beloit GrandHoliday Parade, which was changed Read more…
