Middle Main Revitalization

building a unified vision for the future of Main Street in Poughkeepsie

We are residents, business owners and operators, and concerned citizens interested in building a stronger Main Street in Poughkeepsie.

Members

  • Allie Bernhard
  • Sarah Barreca
  • Andrew Sawtelle
  • Elizabeth Celaya
  • Eddie Summers
  • Susan Grove
  • Christa Hines
  • Fred Levine
  • Ilana
  • Jeff Kosmacher
  • Dan Hubbell
  • Gordon McClelland
  • Thomas G Henry
  • Mara Kane

Latest Activity

Allie Bernhard commented on Andrew Sawtelle's blog post 'Staying Positive: What are Middle Main’s Assets?'
I am in a class at the Poughkeepsie Institute this semester and we are making a documentary focusing on community in Poughkeepsie. Could I bring a camera to this meeting and interview some people? Also, we're trying to figure out a main theme or d...
on Thursday
Andrew Sawtelle updated an event
Middle Main Monthly Meeting at Los Compadrews
November 11, 2009 from 5:30pm to 7pm
This is our monthly meeting to plan our campaign. Everyone is invited, but if you're new, please call 454-5176 in advance and ask for Andrew or Elizabeth.
on Wednesday
Andrew Sawtelle added an event
November 11, 2009 from 5:30pm to 7pm
This is our monthly meeting to plan our campaign. Everyone is invited, but if you're new, please call 454-5176 in advance and ask for Andrew or Elizabeth.
October 27
Elizabeth Celaya commented on Andrew Sawtelle's blog post 'Staying Positive: What are Middle Main’s Assets?'
There's a lot out there about this. Here are just a few to check out: The Futures Festival http://intergenerational.cas.psu.edu/Docs/Futures.pdf A Park Designed Through Dialogue http://www.nhi.org/online/issues/141/HOPE.html This is a good over...
October 22
Susan Grove commented on Andrew Sawtelle's blog post 'Staying Positive: What are Middle Main’s Assets?'
I think this is a really important approach - thank you for drawing our attention to it. I would be interested in reading more resources that illustrate how it works in practice to "focus on a neighborhood's assets without ignoring its needs." I t...
October 21
Susan Grove and Allie Bernhard joined Middle Main Revitalization
October 21
A blog post by Andrew Sawtelle was featured
Too often, when we want to make changes in our neighborhood, we look at what's negative and ask how we can fix it. I want to suggest a different approach: focus on what's good about the neighborhood, and how to use that to change things. As you'r...
October 21
Andrew Sawtelle added a photo
Middle Main Logo
October 21

Hosted by Hudson River Housing

Hudson River Housing, Inc. is a nonprofit organization, based in Poughkeepsie, that is dedicated to meeting the housing needs of our community. www.hudsonriverhousing.org
(845) 454-5176
 

Blog Posts

Andrew Sawtelle

Staying Positive: What are Middle Main’s Assets?

Too often, when we want to make changes in our neighborhood, we look at what's negative and ask how we can fix it. I want to suggest a different approach: focus on what's good about the neighborhood, and how to use that to change things.

As you're walking, biking, taking the bus, or driving down Middle Main, what do you se… Continue

Posted by Andrew Sawtelle on October 21, 2009 at 9:56am — 3 Comments

Andrew Sawtelle

Ideas for helping local businesses


Here are some interesting ideas from around the country on how to help local businesses survive and thrive in this tough economic climate.



… Continue

Posted by Andrew Sawtelle on September 24, 2009 at 3:59pm

Events

November 11

Wednesday

December 6

Sunday

Forum

Elizabeth Celaya

Links 3 Replies

Information Sheet - download, complete, submit, share. If you want to contribute to the effort, completing and submitting this information sheet will help us get to know you and what you are intere...

Started by Elizabeth Celaya. Last reply by Elizabeth Celaya Aug 10.

Elizabeth Celaya

Middle Main Revitalization updates! 2 Replies

We are excited to be able to offer this opportunity for those interested in the future of Middle Main Street in the City of Poughkeepsie a way to connect, interact, and create positive change.

Started by Elizabeth Celaya. Last reply by Elizabeth Celaya Jun 30.

Elizabeth Celaya

First community meeting was a success! 2 Replies

A sincere thank you to all of you who came out for the first official meeting of Middle Main Revitalization last week. I think it is safe to say it was a success and we are looking forward to where...

Started by Elizabeth Celaya. Last reply by Elizabeth Celaya Jun 16.

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