3rd Thursday Street Fest welcomes YOU from May through September. Join in the celebration of community, diversity, and warm weather delights. Featuring over 100 local vendors ranging from crafts goods and artisans to food trucks and 4 musical stages for diverse auditory appetites, the Fest will enhance and enliven your spirit. You are invited to socialize in the beer garden, take in the live street performances, or dance into the night! There is also always fun for the kids! Bring the children to the numerous free activities especially for them!

Brought to you by Willimantic Renaissance, Inc., a grassroots 501(c)3 non-profit organization formed to revitalize downtown Willimantic by celebrating diversity, building community, and attracting consumers. 3rd Thursday Street Fests are truly a community event. 

Free Parking   Free Admission   6 – 9pm

Volunteers are always needed and welcomed! 

Please email us at Info@willimanticstreetfest.com for more information.

To register as a vendor or merchant:

Vendor Registration

For questions and information regarding vendors and merchants contact:

vendors@WillimanticStreetFest.com

For information regarding music, bands, street performances, and other Fest entertainment contact:

entertainment@Willimanticstreetfest.com

Become a sponsor or friend of the Fest! Please click below to donate:

Sponsor Registration and Donation Page

For any further questions:

email: info@WillimanticStreetFest.com

call: 860-450-0918

Commercial kitchen

Rachel Laporte, General Manager –Rachael.clickwillimantic@gmail.com

Overview

The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the United States of America is one of the oldest and largest fraternal organizations in the country. Since its inception in 1868, the Order of Elks has grown to include nearly 1.2 million men and women in almost 2,200 communities.

The B.P.O. Elks is committed to the ideals of charity and patriotism. To that end, Elks have now disbursed over the Order’s 142 years more than $2.69 billion in cash, goods, and services to the nation’s youth, its veterans, the disadvantaged and handicapped, and in support of patriotic and civic programs. In the 1998-99 fiscal year alone, the B.P.O. Elks expended in such fashion over $160 million, and the Order ranks as one of the largest private providers of college scholarships in the nation.

The Elks have created a quiet network of good deeds that has profoundly changed millions of lives for the better, yet there is little public awareness of the impact of their vital work. Why is this so? Quite simply, the Elks have rarely sought recognition, neither have they gone to the general public with fund-raising efforts nor received monies from any level of government. Indeed, the flow of money and goods moves in the opposite direction: the Elks donated to the government the first veterans hospital; contribute regularly to schools and police and fire departments; and assist the young and the needy throughout this great nation.

How could this powerful force have come into being? And where does all this charitable giving come from? From the generous hearts of Elks members whose willingness to share, whose prudent long-term planning, and whose time devoted to serve–for free and with enthusiasm–infuses the Order with an exuberant and enduring expression of the true volunteer spirit.

Of note is that the elected leadership of the B.P.O. Elks–from the Exalted Rulers of the local Lodges to the national president, known as the Grand Exalted Ruler, and other decision-makers at the various levels–serve without salaries.

The organization of the Elks is democratic representation, with overall statute

The mission of the Mansfield Community Center is to provide area residents with a friendly and vibrant recreational facility, while promoting health and wellness, encouraging family activity, strengthening sense of community, and stimulating active living.

Opened in 2003, our 38,000 sf Community Center has become a true health, fitness, educational, and recreational resource for the entire region. The facilities, programs, and staff are all focused on one thing – making your visit to the Center enjoyable, useful, and safe.

Hours: Monday – Friday, 5:30 am – 10:00 pm ; Saturday, 5:30 am – 8 pm; Sunday, 8:00 am – 8:00 pm

Other Contacts:

Curt Vincente, Director -Curt.vincente@mansfieldct.org
Jay.okeefe@mansfieldct.org

Non-profit organization with a mission to revitalize three commercial areas in Mansfield – Storrs Center, Four Corners, and King Hill/N. Eagleville Road.

Volunteer program

Historic preservation research and tourism development.

No freeze project

Custom and preformed orthotics and insoles are available for a variety of foot conditions. Quality footwear to fit your needs. Wide widths, extra depth shoes to accommodate orthotics and diabetic insoles, and hard to find sizes are some of our specialties. In addition to selling footware and shoe products, the Shoe Smith has a fine repair division.

Overlooking scenic Willimantic Falls and adjacent to the famous Frog Bridge, 560 On Main features spacious apartments complete with an artistic, warehouse, loft feel and unique floors plans thoughtfully designed within the walls of the historic Willimantic thread mill. 560 on Main provides each resident with the ultimate in comfort and enjoyment by offering state of the art amenities, outstanding accommodations, and exceptional location within walking distance to ECSU, shops, entertainment and restaurants.

All types of signs for businesses. Building signs, traffic signs, Neon, Channel letters, backlit letters, Vehicle graphics and photos, Digital printing.

Radio Stations WILI-AM and I-98.3 FM serve our membership area. Commercial spot rates range from $15 to $30. Annual bulk packages bring these rates down significantly. Commercial announcement packages can be customized to best serve client needs and meet your budget. Production is always included at no charge. Commercial appearances on Wayne Norman’s WILI Morning Show are available.