Author Archives: Ellen Matis
Community invited to celebrate Bellefonte’s first mural with public artist talk!
Bellefonte, PA — Over the last two years, Downtown Bellefonte Inc. (DBI) has worked with community members to facilitate a mural project in downtown Bellefonte. The project will come to fruition this spring o with the installation of a large-scale mural at 123 S. Allegheny St., Bellefonte, PA 16823. From May 21 to May 28, […]
Downtown Bellefonte Inc. seeks artists for mural project
Downtown Bellefonte Inc. is seeking qualified artist(s) for a large-scale mural project. In the summer of 2023, our organization hopes to install one large mural in Downtown. The goal is to commission a mural that will attract visitors, locals, and tourists, and DBI hopes that this project will be a catalyst for more investment in […]
Now hiring: Community and Programming Manager
Downtown Bellefonte Inc., an organization in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, which aims to revitalize the downtown and cultivate a spirit of entrepreneurship and community, seeks a Community and Programming Manager to support Bellefonte SpringBoard and related community functions. SpringBoard, Downtown Bellefonte Inc.’s biggest economic initiative, is a coworking space and business innovation center based in the heart […]
Friday in the ‘Fonte kicks off summer season — May 26
Friday in the ‘Fonte will kick off its summer series on May 26, 2023, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Centre County Courthouse, 102 N Allegheny St, in downtown Bellefonte. In addition to the festivities at the courthouse, businesses around town will be celebrating the kick-off event with later hours, specials, and other fun […]
Downtown Bellefonte Inc. issues RFPs for Signature Events
Downtown Bellefonte Inc., the organization behind Bellefonte’s popular Bellefonte Under the Lights dinner and the Bellefonte Winter Market, seeks an individual, organization, or business to submit proposals to help the non-profit organization plan, optimize, and scale these important fundraising events. Find each Request for Proposals below: Bellefonte Under the Lights Bellefonte Winter Market
SpringBoard opens in new location February 1
SpringBoard, a coworking space and small business innovation center, is set to open in a new location in the heart of downtown Bellefonte. The community is invited to Open Coworking hours from noon to 4 p.m. with a kick-off party from 4 to 6 p.m. on February 8 at its new location at 221 West […]
Holiday Trolley to support downtown shopping, dining
Downtown Bellefonte Inc. is excited to announce the routes for a new Holiday Trolley, making stops at Bellefonte locations on two dates this holiday season. Sponsored by local businesses and individuals, the Holiday Trolley will make it easier for residents and visitors to Bellefonte to support local this season. Stops will be made every 30 […]
Bellefonte Shop Small Crawl to begin on Small Business Saturday
Black Friday marks the official start to holiday shopping, and Small Business Saturday, held each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, reminds us to support local businesses by shopping small. On Saturday, November 26, find special promotions and discounts at many businesses in downtown Bellefonte. During the national shopping event, Downtown Bellefonte Inc. will commence […]
Friday in the ‘Fonte brings fun throughout downtown on July 29th
Friday in the ‘Fonte is bringing the fun to main street with live music, food, artisan vendors, and events hosted by Downtown Bellefonte businesses. All festivities will be held at the Centre County Courthouse and along High, Allegheny, Bishop, and Spring Streets. The community and visitors alike are invited to shop, dine, and explore downtown Bellefonte from […]
June Friday in the ‘Fonte festivities feature craft beverages, kids activities and more
Downtown Bellefonte Awards ceremony set for June 24 during Friday in the ‘Fonte Friday in the ‘Fonte is here for the month of June, and on deck for the celebration are the 2022 Downtown Bellefonte Awards, celebrating community and business excellence. The 2022 Downtown Bellefonte Award ceremony was postponed in May after a rainy forecast […]