OMI ~ In the
News:
Oxford
Mainstreet Inc. is at an exciting crossroads. A new board
of directors is helping to guide the vision of OMI. As a
result of the BID, a greater representation of business/property
owners will be on the board. With their invaluable experience,
we look forward to working together to continue the commitment
OMI has to the downtown businesses and the revitilization of downtown
Oxford.
May 2010 OMI
honored with Oxford Citizens Awards by Mayor Henry
OMI
staff Sue Cole and Christine Grove were honored by Mayor Geoff
Henry with 2009 Oxford Citizen Awards for their efforts in the
business district of Oxford. In addition OMI Board Member
Kathy Book also received a Citizen Award for her support of the
Oxford Lighthouse, Bethany Christian School and OMI.
December 2009
Initiatives underway to enhance Oxford's downtown & Why it's
important to Shop Downtown
Articles
appearing in the December 2, 2009 Chester County Press highlight
the efforts of OMI over the past year. Chester
County Press 12/2/09 article
November 2009
- OMI holds Town Meeting
November
18, 2009 OMI held it's annual town meeting to update the public
as to the accomplishments and activities of OMI over the past
year.
July 2009 -
Covered Bridge Tour a success
OMI
in conjunction with the Oxford Rotary Club has compiled a self
guided Covered Bridge Tour. The response to the tour has
been overwhelming. In the July 29 issue of the Chester County
Press - a full page article on the four covered bridges was featured.
The brochure is available at downtown businesses as well as can
be downloaded from this website.
May 2009 - Oxford
Historic District Added to National Register of Historic Places.
After
years of working diligently to form a historic district in Oxford,
the Oxford Historic Commission's hard work has paid off and Oxford
hosts one of the largest historic districts in the state.
Questions regarding if a property is a contributing member to
the historic district can be addressed to OMI at 610-998-9494.
Click here to view Oxford
Historic District Map and Plaque
Order Form.
May 2009 - Events
a Draw to Downtown
Recently
the success of the Arts Alliance Art Strolls, the Scavenger Easter
Egg Hunt and the Plant Sale has proven that "if you plan
it - they will come". Downtown events offer a little
something for every one from family oriented Movies in the Park
to the bands that play at the Octoraro Hotel. Be sure to
frequent our Downtown Happenings page to find out what events
are planned or better yet, sign up to receive a monthly email
detailing events and happenings in Oxford.
March 2009 -
Exciting Changes in Store
In
March, South Third Street from Market St to Hodgson Street will
be undergoing a streetscape project. New sidewalks, streetlights,
planters are coming to grace the downtown. These projects
just don't happen overnight and it is important that are merchants
continue to be the focus of the downtown. During construction,
our businesses need everyone's support. Come downtown this
summer - enjoy the Village Market every Tuesday at the corner
of Locust and Third Street, Enjoy Movies in the Park on the 3rd
Friday of the summer months. The changes will be well worth
the slight inconvenience!!
December - Buy
Locally
With
the holiday season upon us, please remember your local downtown
Oxford businesses. Not only have these business owners invested
in Oxford , but many of them also contribute by donating their
services, products and time to local organizations. Oxford Feed
and Lumber generously supports many groups including Little League,
youth hockey teams, churches, pony clubs, Boy Scout troops, to
name a few. They also pay Oxford School taxes that large box stores
do not contribute. George Bontz, owner of Oxford Seafood Company
regularly delivers soup to shut ins and the needy. He also holds
benefits for the Alzheimer's Association and the Breast Cancer
Society. Randy Teel of RNJ Plaques and Engraving offers discounts
to non-profit organizations and serves on many boards including
President of the Oxford Borough council. Dr. Fasick of Chiropractic
Services also donates throughout the year by hosting food drives,
community days and even gives up patient hours to participate
in Career Day at the Oxford Schools. These are just a few examples
of what your downtown business owners are doing for the Oxford
community.
Oxford
stands to gain in every way by supporting our independent businesses.
They provide us with essential goods and services, jobs, and continued
opportunities for citizen to own their own business here. They
are critical parts of Oxford 's social, cultural and economic
health. Supporting them is good for us personally and for our
community. Compared with chain stores, locally owned businesses
recycle a much larger share of their revenue back into the local
economy.
If
you haven't stopped by our downtown businesses, I encourage you
to do so. You will find delicious restaurants, unique retail stores
and services. Support your neighbors and Oxford by shopping downtown
this holiday season.
August 11 -
Oxford Run
Join
fellow runners, walkers and dashers to race for a healthy downtown.
The race will begin and end at Maximum Fitness and will weave
its way thru the downtown. Race begins at 9 a.m. but come
early to enjoy the DJ, and sponsor tables. Registration
forms can be obtained by calling the OMI office or by clicking
on the link on the front page of the website.
July 15 -
OxfordFest - OxfordRun 5K
OMI,
the Borough, Oxford Area Chamber of Commerce and working in conjuction
to plan OxfordFest. Mark your calendar for September 27,
2008 for a fun filled family day of food, culture, music, and
art. In addition, the OxfordRun 5K run, walk and dash is
back!! The event will begin at 9:00 a.m. The new course
will be certified by the USA Track & Field. More information
will follow suit - with registration forms for the 5K online shortly.
June 2008 -
Oxford Village Market Cross Promotes with downtown businesses
The
Oxford Village Market has not only expanded it's offerings to
include grass fed meats, cheeses, yogurts, artisans breads, jewelry,
and soaps, but the Market is now including the downtown businesses.
Bella Boriquen, StillWater Fibers, and Oxford Feed and Lumber
are just a few of the businesses that have been cross promoting
with the Tuesday Village Market. Wheater it is by offereing
free samples, a demonstration or information on their business,
the Market is helping to market the downtown.
April
24 - Oxford 's Take Your Child To Work Day A Success
Oxford
's first Downtown Take Your Child to Work Day proved to be a fun
filled afternoon for the children of downtown employees. The children
of downtown employees were able to choose from a variety of tours
and activities hosted by downtown Oxford businesses. Tours and
activities included Union Fire Station, the old mill of Oxford
Feed and Lumber, a weaving demonstration at StillWater Fibers,
floral arranging at Bittersweet Florist, napkin folding at Peppercorns
Restaurant and Oxford Card and Gifts showed the children how the
Webkinz plush animals get to Oxford . The Promotions committee
of OMI brainstormed the idea to showcase the downtown merchants
and provide the children of downtown employees a “behind the scenes”
glance at different businesses. The orginal concept of Take Your
Child to Work Day began in 1993 to give girls an opportunity to
see what career possibilities were available to them. Shortly
thereafter, the boys were included in the program. The children
who attended Oxford 's program were able to gleen a little of
what it might be like to be a business owner and the merchants
were able to showcase their talents.
