The Tahlequah Main Street Association is happy to present its first quarterly "Downtown Lowdown" for 2022! This newsletter is intended to update each of you with as much information about our vibrant downtown and its events!
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2022 SweetheART Walk
February 10th 5:30-8:30
Tickets on Sale Now!
$15.00/ single or $25/couple
Grab your friends, family or significant other and join us for a night out in Downtown Tahlequah! Discover some of Tahlequah's LOCAL talent while you stroll through your favorite shops, sampling wine & gourmet chocolates.
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The Red Fern Festival is happening
April 29th and 30th, 2022
Vendor registration is now open!
The Wilson Rawls novel “Where the Red Fern Grows” was set in the Ozark hills in and around Tahlequah Oklahoma. The novel tells the tale of an adventurous young boy who saves his money to travel to Tahlequah, Oklahoma to purchase two red-bone hound hunting dogs. The first film was made in 1974 and featured many locals from the Tahlequah community and surrounding areas and was remade in 2003, both filmed in and around the Tahlequah area. It’s only fitting that Tahlequah host the Red Fern Festival.
For any questions or concerns with the Red Fern Festival email redfern@tahlequahmainstreet.com
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We want to take a minute to recognize one of our Community Partners. Not only are Bob Ed and Julie Culver financial supporters of the TMSA program they are always happy to jump in and volunteer at Downtown Tahlequah events whenever needed. They truly understand the TMSA mission and take pride in their community. Thank you Bob Ed and Julie for joining us in our pursuit of revitalization!
"Julie and I believe it takes many people working together to better our community. We need: to support our community financially; volunteer; participate in events that are offered, and spread the word about all Tahlequah and Cherokee County have to offer to Oklahoma and beyond. We hope to "see you downtown"!"
-Bob Ed Culver
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A strong organizational foundation is key for a sustainable Main Street revitalization effort. This can take many forms, from a standalone non-profit organization, to a special assessment district, to a program housed in a municipality or existing community development entity. Regardless of the organizational type, the focus is on ensuring that all organizational resources (partners, funding, volunteers, etc.) are mobilized to effectively implement the Community Transformative Strategies. |
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Austin Patton
TMSA President-elect/Cherokee Nation Representative
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Rian Cragar
TMSA President
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"For the past 25 years, the businesses on Main Street have played a part in all of the important milestones in my life. At 15, my very first job was a waitress at the Shack Cafe on Main Street. My afternoons in high school were spent at the Redmen Shop and Coney Island (Vidalia's). My time at NSU was spent equally between the NSU Playhouse and Granny's Attic. My engagement ring was purchased from Meigs Jewelry and my child's first pair of tennis shoes came from Felt's shoes. My role as the TMSA Director gives me the opportunity to give back to the community that has always been there for me." |
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Jamie Hale, TMSA Director |
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WHO WE ARE
Tahlequah Main Street Association, Inc. (TMSA) is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit charitable organization that is a member of the National Main Street center and part of the Main Street America network. The amazing individuals who make up TMSA are passionate advocates, dedicated volunteers, influential stakeholders, and community organizers who work every day to turn the tide in their communities—catalyzing reinvestment, creating jobs, and fostering pride of place.
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MISSION STATEMENT
TMSA is committed to preserving our rich culture and supporting our downtown businesses while promoting the opportunity to live, work, and play in Tahlequah.
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PURPOSE AND PHILOSOPHY
The purpose of Tahlequah Main Street Association, Incorporated is to foster, promote, maintain, and encourage the civic, social, commercial, tourist, and economic welfare of our city. Main Street contributes to the entire community by preserving the quality of life and aesthetic values that make Tahlequah unique.
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Dear Community Partner,
On behalf of The Tahlequah Main Street Association, I would like to invite you to join us in the pursuit of Revitalization.
First and foremost, I would like to take this opportunity to introduce our organization. Tahlequah Main Street Association, Inc. (TMSA) is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit charitable organization that is a member of the National Main Street Center and part of the Main Street America network. The amazing individuals who make up TMSA are passionate advocates, dedicated volunteers, influential stakeholders, and community organizers who work every day to turn the tide in their community—catalyzing reinvestment, creating jobs, and fostering pride of place.
Main Street contributes to the entire community by preserving the quality of life and aesthetic values that make Tahlequah unique.
As a partner of TMSA, you have the opportunity to be involved in the aid and revitalization of your community. Revitalization creates lasting improvements that ensure long-term success for the heart of our community. This resurgence is only possible with the participation of our dedicated volunteers, members , and partners who cooperatively work toward an improved, cohesive downtown of which all citizens will be proud of.
I thank you for your consideration in becoming a Tahlequah Main Street Partner and joining us in the pursuit of Revitalization.
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Tahlequah Main Street Association| 918-931-1699
manager@tahlequahmainstreet.com
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