At the Monday, March 20 meeting of the Pontiac City Council, a motion to sign the Mayors’ Monarch Pledge through the National Wildlife Federation was approved, recognizing Pontiac’s efforts to save the Monarch butterfly through community efforts to plant native pollinator plants in downtown flowerbeds and educate the community about the plight of the monarch […]
Read More »Due to positive covid cases within the band, the Long and Winding Road Tour concert scheduled for Thursday, July 14 unfortunately has to be postponed. Please share this information to help us get the word out. A new date will be announced soon!
Read More »Liz Vincent, Director of Community Enrichment for the City of Pontiac, is excited to announce the first Rockin’ at the River Concert of 2022! “We’re excited to bring these free, family-friendly concerts back to the community this year,” she said, “it’s been amazing watching people from throughout the community and beyond enjoy the beautiful setting […]
Read More »The Easter Bunny will be making a special appearance in Downtown Pontiac on Saturday, April 16! From noon to one, find him hopping in and out of stores throughout the Downtown. At one, he’ll make his way over to the Market 59 shops (on the north side of Block 59) and set up in one […]
Read More »Downtown Pontiac was awarded The Lieutenant Governor Revitalization Recognition for Outstanding Design. The recognition highlights projects, activities and events Illinois Main Street communities create and implement to advance successful work in Design, Organization, Economic Vitality and Promotions. Additionally, recognitions honor outstanding volunteers for their involvement in revitalizing their community through their Main Street Program. On […]
Read More »TONIGHT’S (June 24, 2021) Cielito Lindo Family Folk Music CONCERT IS MOVED TO The Eagle Performing Arts & Conference Center, 319 N Plum! It is still free and open to the public. We have chairs set up and Lola’s will be here with their yummy food and Kiwanis will be set up with some goodies as well. We will be […]
Read More »Downtown Pontiac is kicking off spring with March Mellow Days March 12-13, 2021! Participating retailers throughout the downtown district will be offering special promotions, deals, and celebrating the warmer weather that is (hopefully) here to stay! During this event the Easter Bunny will be on Block 59 (just south of the historic courthouse) for pictures […]
Read More »Do you have or do you know someone who has a passion or an idea for making, creating, or curating retail products? Maybe it’s time to test the waters! Market 59 is just the place before deciding to move into a storefront location. Market 59 is an innovative approach to complement our downtown shops, restaurants, […]
Read More »That’s right! Most of our small businesses are closed one day per week (and some even more) so we’re down to 17 in person shopping days until Christmas Eve. Check out our Holiday Gift Guide to see which stores have websites you can use to shop 24/7 all season long (but if you choose to […]
Read More »Without spending a cent! Now more than ever it is important to shop small and shop locally, supporting our small businesses. But purchasing isn’t the only way to show your support. The items below can all help boost a business and won’t cost you a penny. Leave a review! Did you have a good experience […]
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