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MEET WITH A SMALL BUSINESS LOBBYING GROUP
* share your thoughts on what you'd like government to hear
WED JULY 9:
at RAYGUN, 8:30A to 9A.
any small business or small business-adjacent person can join.
hey all, this is Mike draper from RAYGUN (now on the HEV board). the Main Street Alliance will be holding a meet up to listen to small business thoughts they can then deliver to elected officials.
through MSA i've testified before Congress (back in 2009) about the ACA, and met with a select group of Senators regarding tax policy (in 2012), so they are effective in getting the message in front of elected officials.
if you would like to come and share your thoughts with them, drop by....
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FAQ: Where should I park?
A: We have so many options! There’s a myth about parking in the village being hard, but this photo is the reality! SO MANY SPOTS!
This is the west-facing view from our lobby windows. The city ramp at East 2nd is just $1/hour (credit card) and we have so many open spots on East Locust street (shown.)
See all those meters, every single one is open and available, and closer than you’d park at a mall or most big box stores!
The ParkDSM app makes parking a snap, but download it BEFORE your visit so you can set it up with your license plate and card for easy and fast parking every time you come downtown for dining, shopping, shows, and events! It’s also much easier to use than the old meters, especially for folks with mobility challenges who had a hard time reaching or climbing over winter curbs to deposit coins. 💚
Don’t let parking anxiety deter you from enjoying so many small, unique, locally owned @eastvillagedsm businesses!
Photo: Image of the East Village from East 2nd St. facing west at 2pm on a Tuesday, a huge parking ramp and a long row of open meter spots!
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Join us in welcoming Masao!!! 🌿
“512 E Grand has been a beloved spot for sushi for as long as many can remember. At Masao, we aim to pay tribute to that tradition. Our kitchen will now introduce an elevated French style cuisine to our guests. The focus will be on technique and ingredients in both culinary realms. We are committed to sourcing exceptional products and preparing them with care, cleanliness, and simplicity. Our goal is to provide you with enjoyment and comfort.”
Grand Opening June 3rd! ✨
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Check out eastvillagedesmoines.com for a full list of neighborhood businesses with extended Sunday and Monday hours!!! 🎄🎄
#eastvillagedsm #ShopSmall #shoplocal
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Friday is PROMENADE in the EAST VILLAGE! Come see what all the magic is about✨
This weeks festivities include:
🚂 5 – 8 p.m.: Crafts and Model Train at the Heritage Center
🎶 5 – 8 p.m.: Music – Betrunken Messing (Alcove near Salon Spa W)
🧑🎄 6 and 6:30 p.m.: Musical story time with Mrs. Claus at Raygun with Storyhouse Bookpub
🎅 6 – 8 p.m.: Santa at Vibrant Coffee + Kitchen
📸 MeetDSM
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Tonight is the FIRST HOLIDAY PROMENADE in the East Village!!!✨
The SHOPS are all decorated and ready for you to find the perfect gifts!🎁
The BARS and RESTAURANTS are ready with cocktails and the best bites!🍸
We also gave lots of Businesses with great Services to offer, stop in and meet them!!! 😊
5:30 – 8 p.m.: Roosevelt Marching Band at Brenton Skating Plaza and through Historic East Village
6 p.m.: Tree Lighting at Brenton Skating Plaza
6 – 8 p.m.: Santa & Mrs. Claus at Brenton Skating Plaza
The trolley will run from 5 – 9 p.m. each Friday of Holiday Promenade.
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Today, we sent a letter to City Leaders and the Zoning Board of Adjustment in support of Wooly’s, a music venue in our neighborhood.
Wooly’s, joined our neighborhood in 2012, is facing losing their Conditional Use Permit due to sound complaints during their afternoon soundcheck from a neighbor who moved in next to them in April 2022.
Pictured is our Board Meeting, open to the public, in April 2024, attended by city leaders, when we first started discussing the complaints and trying to help find solutions. This Board President, even helped arrange a meeting with the property owner of the complaint, Woolys Leadership and our neighborhood resource officer. Other Board Members also set up meetings that were not attended.
We urge our City Leaders to understand the negative impact of losing such an integral part of our neighborhood would have on, not just the HEV but the entire City and its music community. Especially if we aim to be an attractive and vibrant city to visitors and folks wanting to live here!
We support all of our neighbors and our businesses and hope this type of situation doesn’t continue on the East Village for other businesses.
The Zoning Board of Adjustment meets at 1pm on Wednesday, September 25th at 1551 East MLK jr PKWY
Yours In Service,
Luke Dickens
HEV Board President
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Join us Friday for Live Music In the Village, presented by Vibrant Coffeehouse + Kitchen! And it’s FREE!
The Finess plays in front of RAYGUNshirts from 5-6pm
Abbie Sawyer plays in front of MARNĒ from 5:45-6:45pm
Joe Pug plays in Marv's Record Shop at 8pm with doors at 7pm. Get there early as it may fill up. Free admission.
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Capital City Pride paints rainbow crosswalks in East Village for Pride Month
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"Our community is always stronger when we embrace the full richness in our community when everyone in our community can be their authentic selves and live an authentic life, and that is what this art ...0 CommentsComment on Facebook