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DMSSD Biennial Election InformationBallots for the Downtown Manchester Special Services District (DMSSD) Biennial Election were mailed to constituents last week. As a prop...
Main Street Planter RefreshWe’re excited to share that our Main Street planters are getting a fresh new look for the season! We want to extend a huge thank you to ...
Downtown Manchester Content Creation DaysBoost your visibility! Downtown Manchester is offering Content Creation Days to get FREE photos and videos of your business for our soci...
2026 Downtown Event Interest FormDowntown Manchester Special Services District hosts a variety of events throughout the year. Our goal is to support our business owners ...
CT Small Business Support GrantApplications are now open for the 2026 CT Small Business Support Grant. This competitive grant opportunity offers $2,500 to $10,000 to e...
Thank You to our 2026 Banner Sponsors!We’re excited to share that our 2026 Downtown banners will be going up this coming week--- and we couldn’t do it without the incredible ...
The 2026 Downtown Manchester Event ScheduleDowntown Manchester is excited to announce our 2026 Annual Event Schedule—a lineup of signature events designed to bring energy, creativ...
DMSSD Board Candidate Slate 2026Property Owners Esther Jeffrey ALL WAYS There Home-Care, LLC Anne Miller Real Estate 983 Main Street Manchester CT, 06040 Glenn Gerhard ...
2026 Seasonal Outdoor Dining PermitsOutdoor dining season is right around the corner! All restaurants planning to operate a seasonal outdoor dining area should apply for a ...
Snow & Ice Removal Reminder As winter approaches, the District reminds all Downtown property owners and business tenants that safe, accessible sidewalks are essenti...