First Fridays in downtown Goshen

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On the First Friday of every month - throughout the year - businesses, artists, and entertainers throw a party in downtown Goshen. Hours are generally from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. This month:

Friday, March 5, 2010

Spring Art Fest

Discover the creative arts that are part of the Goshen community!

The celebration kicks off Friday, March 5, 5 – 9 p.m., with the Youth Art Hop. Follow the tour map to find creative student works in downtown stores (88 pieces in all!). Local student artwork will be unveiled for a month-long exhibit. Awards ceremony to take place 7 p.m. at Accents Framing & Gifts (120 East Washington Street).

Businesses Hosting Art

Art Hop map

Accents Framing & Gifts, Balloon Express/Merle Norman Cosmetics, Better World Books, Electric Brew, Gaining Grounds Coffee Shop, Home Again, Kelly Jae's Cafe, Maple City Market, Mattern's Butcher Shop & Corner Deli, Olympia Candy Kitchen, Salon J, Shutterhugs Custom Framing & Printing, Tony's Famous Grill, Twice As Nice, Woldruff's Footwear & Apparel

Participating Schools

Bethany Christian, Fairfield Sr High, Benton, New Paris, Millersburg, Goshen High, Goshen Middle, Chamberlain, Chandler, Model, Parkside, Prairie View, West Goshen, St. John's

Special MUSIC and DANCE performances will be taking place at the Goshen Theater (216 South Main Street), sponsored by Goshen College.

Saturday, March 6, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Goshen Open Studio tour

Download a map of the tour

Take the self-guided tour to view current gallery exhibits, get an inside look at artists’ studios, see work in progress, and purchase original art directly from the artist. Download a map of the tour. (130kb .pdf file)

The tour is free and open to all ages, and runs from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Saturday

See details on the tour site, goshenopenstudio.com!

Sponsors
Accents Framing and Gifts, Eyedart studio gallery, Goshen College, The Goshen Theater, Chiropractic Wellness Center, Families First


  • Entertainment
  • Food
  • Business promotions
  • Kids activities
Where/When
Description

Music and Dance performances
Goshen Theater (216 South Main)
Mar 5, 5:30-9:30pm

5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Goshen College Voices 'N Harmony and Made to Worship choirs

6:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Goshen College Community School of the Arts violinists

7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
"Interplay" Come and enjoy an evening of storytelling, live music, and movement with the Michiana Interplayers. Be part of the mystery of the creativity, wisdom, and fun created in the moment! All ages welcome.

8:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Irish guitarist, Rodney Cordner
cordner.net

Hosted by: Downtown Goshen Inc.

Goshen Open Studio tour - Saturday
213 South Main Street, Goshen
Mar 6, 10am-4

Saturday, March 6, the Spring Arts Fest continues with the 2010 spring Goshen Open Studio tour. Entering its 6th year, the tour features studios, galleries and the work of many area artists from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Visit the tour site for a map and details on tour stops:
goshenopenstudio.com

Hosted by: Eyedart studio gallery

Spiritual Cinema Circle
203 North 5th Street, Goshen
Mar 5, 6-8

For adults we are offering at 6:00 and 7:00 another film from the Spiritual Cinema Circle, with discussion afterwards. Drinks and iced graham crackers are available for all age groups.

Hosted by: Goshen City Church of the Brethren
Where/When
Description

First United Church of Christ
110 South 5th Street, Goshen
Mar 5, 5-8

Spaghetti!
First United Church of Christ is sponsoring a Spaghetti Supper on Friday, March 5th from 5 to 8 p.m. Cost of a complete meal is $4.00 with children 2 and under being FREE! Come join us for a tasty meal.

Goshen City Church of the Brethren
203 North 5th Street, Goshen
Mar 5, 5-9

Free Snacks
Drinks and iced graham crackers will be offered free of charge.

Mattern's Butcher Shop and Corner Deli
201 South Main Street, Goshen
Mar 5, 5-9

Outdoor BBQ!!
Got cabin fever? Come downtown and enjoy some BBQ at Mattern's!

  • One BBQ Smoked Pork Chop, Mashed Potatoes, Fruit Salad & Drink - $7.99
  • Two Chop Dinner - $12.99
  • KIDS menu option also available

The Wiener Shack
Corner of Lincoln Ave and Main St, Goshen
Mar 5, 5-9

Get your hot dog!
Find us on Washington Street.

The Window
223 South Main Street, Goshen
Mar 5, 4:30-7

Hot Chili!!
The Window will be serving Chili on Friday evening, 4:30-7:00. If you didn't get a chance to sample this recipe during the Jan. cook off, do stop by. If you did try our chili, you will want some more we are sure! Donations accepted.
When/Where
Description

Balloon Express/Merle Norman
125 South Main Street, Goshen
Mar 5, 9am-5

New Items

Contact: Phone (574) 534-2780

Goshen Historical Society
124 S. Main St., Goshen
Mar 5, 5-9

County Court House prints on sale
Unframed black and white prints of the 1874 Elkhart County Court House on sale for $2.50.

Home Again
120 N. Main St.
Mar 5, 4-9

HOME AGAIN in downtown Goshen is movin' on up!
Everyone is invited to come to the GRAND RE-OPENING PARTY at Lon and Judy Miller's massive, bright new store, this First Friday, March 5, from 4:00 'til late late late. Home Again is now located right across from the courthouse at 120 N. Main St. (formerly the Kline's bldg). Everyone at the party gets 10% off any fabulous consignment furniture & home decor items you gotta have. With inspiration from Home Again, you can easily revive, restore, renew & recreate every room in your home or apartment.

Visit homeagaingoshen.com, or call 534-5000 for more info.

Party on with HOME AGAIN & the whole community this First Friday!
Contact: Call 534-5000 for more info

Ten Thousand Villages Goshen
206 South Main Street, Goshen
Mar 5, 5-9

Bag or Chocolate?
We revisit our very popular "Bag or Chocolate?" promotion beginning First Friday and continuing all month. Bring your own bag (or carry your items in hand) and choose a delicious bite of fair trade chocolate instead.

The Nut Shoppe
204 South Main Street, Goshen
Mar 5, 5-9

The art of chocolate
Hop on in to see the art of chocolate. March’s Truffle of the month is a Dark Chocolate Irish Cream in honor of Saint Patrick’s Day. 

Twice as Nice
121 South Main Street, Goshen
Mar 5, 5-9

Storewide Sale!
Spring Arrivals 20% off
Winter Clearance 50% off Twice As Nice Announces -- The Upstairs Loft Apartment is available for rent. Please contact Susan at Twice As Nice for details and appointment to see this fantastic living space. 574-533-4030

When/Where
Description

118 East Washington Street, Goshen
Mar 5, 5-7

Better World Books

Kids Book Club
Come record your books and get a prize between 5 - 6:30 p.m. Then join us for story time at 6:30 p.m. This month's books will be about art! All ages welcome.

203 North 5th Street, Goshen
Mar 5, 5-9

Goshen City Church of the Brethren

For the artful person in you!
Join us at Goshen City Church of the Brethren as we offer free face painting, finger painting and mask making for children and youth. Old shirts are available for those wanting to participate.
Drinks and iced graham crackers are available for all age groups.

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Goshen City Church of the Brethren

203 North 5th Street
Goshen, IN 46528

Special events with a focus on service. Open restrooms and space to come and relax during First Fridays.

Contact information:

Steve Norton
(574) 533-1884

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Business category: Public Service

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Twice as Nice

121 South Main Street
Goshen, IN 46526

Contact information:

Susan Rody
(574) 533-4030

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Business category: Retail

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Ten Thousand Villages Goshen

206 South Main Street
Goshen, IN 46526

Ten Thousand Villages Goshen is one of a network of nonprofit fair trade retailers in the US and Canada. Our store features handcrafted gift items, jewelry, personal accessories and home decor from artisans in over 35 countries in developing regions in Asia, Africa and Latin America.

Contact information:

Elizabeth Dragoo
(574) 533-8491

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Business category: Retail

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First United Church of Christ

110 South 5th Street
Goshen, IN 46528

First United Church of Christ is called to proclaim the Gospel of Christ and the beliefs of the evangelical Christian faith, to maintain the worship of God, and to inspire in all persons a love for Christ, a passion for righteousness, and a consciousness of their duties to God and their fellow human beings. We pledge our lives to Christ and covenant with each other to demonstrate His Spirit through worship, witnessing, and ministry to the needs of the people of this church and the community.

Contact information:

Darla Kauffman
(574) 533-6764

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Business category: Public Service

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The Wiener Shack

Corner of Lincoln Ave and Main St
Goshen, IN

Contact information:

Doug & Jacqueline Murray
(574) 286-6607

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Business category: Casual dining

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Downtown Goshen Inc.

234 South Main Street, Suite 4
Goshen, IN 46526

Downtown Goshen, Inc. focuses on letting people know just how exciting our city can be. With over 29 downtown festival days and themed events FREE to the public, there’s plenty of opportunity for people to discover the ingenious things Goshen community has to offer.

Contact information:

Gina Leichty
(574) 312-9922

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Business category: Public Service

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Better World Books

118 East Washington Street
Goshen, 46528

New and used bookstore.

Contact information:

Brad and Missy Weirich
(574) 534-1984

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Business category: Retail

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Goshen Historical Society

124 S. Main St.
Goshen, IN 46526

Contact information:

Earlene Nofziger
(574)975-0033

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Business category: Arts / Entertainment

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The Window

223 South Main Street
Goshen, IN 46526

Contact information:

Ed Swartley, Director
(574) 533-9680

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Business category: Public Service

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Mattern's Butcher Shop and Corner Deli

201 South Main Street
Goshen, IN 46526



We are an old fashioned butcher shop in a modern age with a deli fashioned from the streets of New York. Family owned and operated, Mattern’s have been serving the Michiana area for over 55 years satisfying wholesale customers in the restaurant industry.

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Contact information:

Dustin Mattern
(574) 971-8906

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Business category: Casual dining

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Home Again

120 North Main Street
Goshen, IN 46526

Fun, funky and functional consignment furniture and home decor.
Visit us on FACEBOOK

HOURS: Monday - Friday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
              Saturdays 10:00 AM  - 3:00 PM
closed Sundays

EXTENDED HOURS THE  FIRST FRIDAY OF EACH  MONTH until 9:00

Contact information:

Lon Miller
(574) 534-5000

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Business category: Retail

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Balloon Express/Merle Norman

125 South Main Street
Goshen, IN 46526

Variety of gifts for every occasion: gift baskets, plush animals including the ever-popular Beanie Babies by TY, party supplies, collectibles, and balloon bouquets for weddings, birthdays and receptions.

Contact information:

Karen Pletcher
(574) 534-2780

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Business category: Retail

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Eyedart studio gallery

213 South Main Street
Goshen, IN 46526

The Gallery represents artists of notable importance and exhibits paintings, drawings, prints, sculpture, and photography.

Gallery hours:
Wednesday – Friday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Or, call (574) 533.6262 to schedule a visit.

Contact information:

Ben Stutzman
(574) 533-6262

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Business category: Arts / Entertainment

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The Nut Shoppe

204 South Main Street
Goshen, IN 46528

Hand dipped gourmet chocolates, fresh nuts and the world's best gummies. We also have healthy snack mixes, Jelly Belly Jelly Beans and love helping you customize your special event. Every month we have a new gourmet truffle. Nostalgic candies to modern day candy, we have everything you need from your downtown candy shop!

Contact information:

Danae Bell
(574) 534-2828

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Business category: Retail

First Fridays in downtown Goshen

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