November 2013
Volume 13, Issue 11
A publication of the Manhattan
Convention &
A Time for Thanks Visitors Bureau
November is a month for giving thanks. Thanks for the people who make up this great community. Thanks for success and growth. Thanks for a City Commission who strives to put the best interests of Manhattan at the forefront. And of course- thanks for the men and women who have served, and continue to serve our country well.
Manhattan will honor those brave men and women who have served our country on November 11 with a parade and other ceremonies.
Start the day off at 7:00 a.m. with a biscuits and gravy breakfast at the American Legion located on McCall Road to fuel up for the 9:30 parade down Poyntz Avenue—in fact, this will be the first parade to happen in the renovated downtown. We’ve been
watching construction crews work all summer and they are nearly complete with the renovations.
New American flags will grace the light poles, and enjoy the new sidewalks, beautiful brick crosswalks, new stoplights at 4th and Poyntz and new businesses. The renovations will be complemented by new dining establishments and new retailers, including; recently opened Manzanita Art & Antiques, and soon to open dining at Bourbon & Baker, Hibachi Hut and Karnivore Bar and BBQ. Peek around so you know what you want to come visit as things open. Shops like 4 Cakes and Four Olives will soon be found just beyond Poytnz Avenue in the old Marshall Theatre.
Downtown Manhattan Inc. has been working hard to keep the downtown destination walkable, enjoyable and aesthetically pleasing. Gina Scroggs, executive director of Downtown Manhattan Inc states that while some of the smaller details such as irri-
gation to urns, and adding mulch to planters will still be in progress, 95% of the construction will be done in early November, and a majority of the new dining options will open by January 2014. The Veteran’s Day Parade, begins at the Manhattan Town Center, then goes west down Poyntz Ave. and concludes at the City Park.
As a continued celebration for Veterans, an 11:00 a.m. post-parade ceremony will be held at the Wareham Opera House. At 6:00 p.m., a recognition honors banquet will be held at the American Legion. There are many ways to say thanks to our Veterans, including the activities on November 11. For more information, the exact parade route, and other questions, interested persons should visit flinthillsveteransday.com, or call 785-341-6394.