Save the date everyone…
On September 25th the doors of The Gingerbread Shopp will open for business for the first time. Come join us as we welcome our newest business to our beautiful village!
On September 6, 2010, In Headlines, By Marcy Frey
On August 19, 2010, In Headlines, By Marcy Frey
The Macedon mural, “They Walked Before Us” was dedicated on Saturday, August 14. Part of the Mural Mania mural trail along the Erie Canal, the mural includes a Main Street scene circa 1910, detailed panels of the Macedon Mills, Macedon Academy, and one of the canal locks from the mid-19th century. A special feature is a mural within the mural, representing the Native Americans who lived in the area.
The dedication celebration began with a historical village walk from the Erie Canal to the mural site on Main Street. Along the way around 30 participants learned about the scenes and people they would see in the mural.
At the mural site, a crowd had gathered, and Mark DeCracker of Mural Mania kicked off the program. He spoke about the events leading up to the creation of the mural, noted the efforts of the volunteer artists, and introduced Marcy Frey, Director of the Macedon Partners Association, and village trustee.
Ms. Frey commented on the beautiful art work, thanked the artists, and also thanked the Main Street businesses for being so supportive; particularly the owners of the building on which the mural is placed, Brett and Michelle Norton. She was followed by Sally Millick, Village Historian, who explained the content of the mural.
A highlight of the dedication was Alvin Parker, a Native American representative and esteemed educator. He is a descendent of Ely Parker, a military secretary to Ulysses S. Grant; a rare position for a Native American at the time. Mr. Parker’s great great great Uncle was Red Jacket. He attended in native costume, and shared some history of the Native American nations, and their part in the modeling of the United States Constitution.
After explaining much of the Native American symbolism found in the “mural within a mural”, Mr. Parker led a blessing of the mural using a traditional ceremony of burning sage. Several attendees lined up to have their picture taken with Mr. Parker after the dedication.
Despite the heat, many people lingered over cake and punch after the ceremonies, and some continued on over to Books Etc. on Main Street for coffee and further discussion on the mural and with Mr. Parker. It was a lovely afternoon, a warm welcome for the Macedon mural, and a wonderful celebration of the completion of 75 miles of murals along the Erie Canal.
After explaining much of the Native American symbolism found in the “mural within a mural”, Mr. Parker led a blessing of the mural using a traditional ceremony of burning sage. Several attendees lined up to have their picture taken with Mr. Parker after the dedication.
Despite the heat, many people lingered over cake and punch after the ceremonies, and some continued on over to Books Etc. on Main Street for coffee and further discussion on the mural and with Mr. Parker. It was a lovely afternoon, a warm welcome for the Macedon mural, and a wonderful celebration of the completion of 75 miles of murals along the Erie Canal.
Sponsorships and donations are being accepted to be presented to the artists who created this work of art. If you would like to donate please email Marcy Frey for further information. marcy.frey@macedonpartners.org
Click here to see photos: http://www.waynecountylife.com/2010/08/new-mural-in-macedon-ny.html#more
On August 10, 2010, In Headlines, By Marcy Frey
Once again another fantastic event in the Village of Macedon!! This years Village Wide Garage Sales had over 50 registered and an estimated 100+ actually participating in sales. This meant many new visitors coming into our community and spending their money with our community. The Main Street businesses also saw an increase in traffic from new customers. This was a great community event!
Next years event will be even better! Save the date as August 6, 2011.
On July 11, 2010, In Headlines, By Marcy Frey
Title: Main Street Mural Dedication
Location: Main Street at Old Erie Street and the Municipal Parking Lot
Link out: Click here
Description: The next dedication of the Mural Mania Program will be in the Village of Macedon on Main Street. Please join us at 4:00pm for this dedication. A light reception will follow at Books Etc on Main Street.
Date: 2010-08-14
On July 11, 2010, In Headlines, By Marcy Frey
The next dedication of the Mural Mania Program will be in the Village of Macedon on Main Street. Please join us at 4:00pm for this dedication. A light reception will follow at Books Etc on Main Street.
On July 11, 2010, In Headlines, By Marcy Frey
The village garage sales are on August 7th. Each house or business does their own sale and the MPA donates the signs and advertising.
If you live in the Village of Macedon or have a business in the village you can participate. To register please call 315-538-9595 and leave your name, address and phone number and you will be automatically registered.
On June 22, 2010, In Headlines, By Marcy Frey
Title: Covetts Cove Shopping Party
Location: Covetts Cove, Main Street, Macedon
Description: Sunday, July 11th from 2-4
You will have the opportunity to shop and save a ton of money on all the big name brands that you all like. Have a glass of wine and a snack while you shop.
We have something for everyone. Clothing for men, women and children. We have accessories, purses and jewelry. We also carry housewares, home décor and small furnishing. We have hundreds of unique pieces of jewelry and ton of 9.25 silver items just like you get thru Silpada, but at half the cost.
This one day sale will get you 20% off of our already low prices.
If you know of anyone that would enjoy this please pass the invite on.
Also you can always have your own shopping party. Invite your friends, bring a bottle of wine or enjoy the wine I provide and be ready to have some fun and shop.
Hope to see you all here. It will be a nice way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
Elizabeth, Owner of Covetts Cove Consignment
Date: 2010-07-11
On June 22, 2010, In Headlines, By Marcy Frey
These photos were taken in the month of June 2010. It is amazing how beautiful the downtown is looking! Please come support the local merchants.
On June 16, 2010, In Headlines, By Marcy Frey
Memorial Day has come and gone and the 4th of July is just around the corner. This time of the year is the best time downtown. Customers are out on the streets and we are loving the sunshine! With all this sunshine have come many wonderful changes to many of the buildings and businesses downtown. Other wonderful changes are occurring on the municipal end. The downtown parking lot on the North side is just about all done and the other one on the South side of the road is slotted to be paved next. This is the same area the new mural is going in. Proper signage is being installed over the summer as well. Customers need to understand where public parking is and how they can cross Main Street safely. The beautiful flowers are out on Main Street once again as well. Some new benches, garbage cans and bike racks are being installed as well come July. Help us welcome our valuable customers.
So why is the village doing all of this work? I love to use this analogy: if you were going to invite a special guest over for dinner would you not clean your home and prepare for that special guest? Of course you would. We are doing the same. Who is our special guest? Any new developer or business looking to locate on our Main Street. We need to prepare for their arrival!
July 10th is a special day for us as The Gingerbread Shoppe opens. It is also Antiques Day on Main Street. We have two Antiques Stores right across from another so use the new crosswalk and go to both of them this day. You may also see a few extra vendors out near Books Etc. Stop and see them as well.
At the top of the right side of the webpage you have the opportunity to subscribe to automatic updates from the MPA. I highly suggest doing this and each time we post something new you will know about it. Our community is in a place of constant changes and communication is so important. Be informed so join our feed.
Have a wonderful 4th of July and see you on Main Street soon!
On June 9, 2010, In Headlines, By Marcy Frey
Friday, June 11th is Movie in the Park at Gravino Park. (Scroll down on this page for full information)
Saturday, July 10th is Antiques Day on Main Street. If you would like to set up a free Antiques Booth please contact John Cieslinski at Books Etc 585-474-4116 or Marcy Frey at 315-538-9595. We will hold a spot for you. Bring your own table. No electric is supplied. This is a small street sale in conjunction with our two Main Street Antiques Stores. You are welcome to join us and show off your wares as well.
Village Garage Sales: Saturday, August 7th is the Village Wide Garage Sales. Contact Marcy Frey for more information 315-538-9595.
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