Author Archives: Ellen Matis
Bellefonte businesses welcome the spring season with Fling in the ‘Fonte
On April 30, 2022, Downtown Bellefonte businesses are joining forces to host Fling in the ‘Fonte. To welcome the warm weather, Bellefonte businesses have organized a spring day of shopping and fun in the community. Whether you’re experiencing Bellefonte for the first time as a visitor; or you’re a long time resident, there will be […]
Chocolate Walk planned alongside Bellefonte Community Easter Egg Hunt
Hop around Downtown Bellefonte businesses to enjoy chocolate treats, activities, or for chances to win prizes In collaboration with the Bellefonte Community Easter Egg Hunt, Bellefonte businesses are extending the festivities of the day with their very own Chocolate Walk. On Saturday, April 16, stop by participating businesses for special Easter chocolates, fun activities, raffles, […]
Request for Proposals: Short-term stay housing for remote workers
Downtown Bellefonte Inc., an organization dedicated to the economic growth and vitality of Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, seeks short-term housing that reflects a long-term stay for up to six remote workers starting July 2022 for approximately 2-4 weeks. As part of the Wilds Are Working, an initiative with The Pennsylvania Wilds and Ben Franklin Technology Partners that […]
Nominations now open for 2021 Downtown Bellefonte Inc. Awards
Nominations are now open for the 2021 Downtown Bellefonte Inc. Awards! Award recipients will be honored during our Annual Meeting event in late January (date to be determined). Scroll down to fill out the form to make a nomination. Awards & Criteria Volunteer of the Year Award: The Downtown Bellefonte, Inc. Volunteer of the Year […]
Downtown Bellefonte Inc. accepting applications for Board of Directors
Interested in getting involved with Downtown Bellefonte Inc? We’re currently looking for applicants for our Board of Directors. We’re always looking for volunteers for our committees, as well. Committees include: Organization Economic Development Marketing Events Fundraising To volunteer with Downtown Bellefonte Inc., fill out the form below: Loading…
Artist Demonstrations, food trucks, live music and more planned at Jabebo for September 24th Friday in the ‘Fonte
Friday in the `Fonte, a free summertime event which aims to support Bellefonte’s shopping, dining, craft beverage producers and more will celebrate its final Friday in the ‘Fonte of the season on September 24th, 2021. Food trucks, artisans, craft beverage providers and music by Anchor & Arrow will be set up outdoors at Jabebo located […]
Chalk the Walk, Live Music and more on Howard Street at July 30th Friday in the ‘Fonte
Friday in the ‘Fonte — a free summertime event which supports Bellefonte’s shopping, dining, craft beverage producers and more — is held on the last Friday of the month in May, June, July and September. As part of the Friday in the ‘Fonte celebration in July, we’re bringing Bellefonte to life with colorful artwork created […]
Request for Proposals: LoveBFT
Downtown Bellefonte Inc., an organization dedicated to the economic growth and vitality of Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, seeks an individual or company to produce a physical representation of “LoveBFT.” Over the course of the last two years, Downtown Bellefonte Inc. has worked with other Bellefonte organizations and businesses to utilize the social media hashtag #LoveBFT to promote […]
Adult Beverage Garden and Live Music planned in Talleyrand Park at June 25th Friday in the ‘Fonte
Friday in the ‘Fonte, a free summertime event which aims to support Bellefonte’s shopping, dining, craft beverage producers and more will be held on the last Friday of the month in June, July and September. During June’s celebration, musician JT Thompson will be performing in the gazebo at Talleyrand Park. Music is sponsored by Blink […]
Downtown Bellefonte Inc. receives 2021 Main Street America accreditation
Downtown Bellefonte Inc. has been designated as an accredited Main Street™ program for meeting rigorous performance standards. Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce the list of accredited programs to recognize their exceptional commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization through the Main Street Approach™. “We are proud to recognize this year’s 889 […]