Downtown Bryan has a fabulous new resident – Haute Couture Boutique!

“HAUTE COUTURE is excited to share with you our collection of boots, flips flops, jeans, clothing, handbags, jewelry, kid’s apparel, men’s apparel and accessories for any occasion. We also carry Old Gringo,Hide N Sole,Grazie,Zoe Apparel,Cowgirl Tuff,Rock Revival,Rock and Roll Cowgirl,Pink Cattlelac,T-shirt Tutus and many more.”

Visit them today at 212 N. Main Street – just down the block from Caffe Capri.

Official information will be on the news and in the papers tomorrow morning but the block is still standing! Looks like most of the fire damage is concentrated mid-block. Texas Rose Boutique and Catalena Hatters are dealing with some smoke and water damage but it doesn’t look like any fire damage. The lofts on that block and residents are dealing with some degree of smoke damage as well but are safe. Our thoughts are with our Downtown neighbors. Thanks to downtown Fire Station #1 and all the other stations that did such an outstanding job getting things under control.

Congratulations, Marie R. of Bryan, TX, winner of our Downtown Valentine’s Day goody basket (we’ve emailed you)! Thanks to all of you who participated by stopping in and shopping at Downtown businesses – we LOVE you! 

Lots of great things to see and do downtown and….
art & music, food & friends, of course!

Here are some of the highlights- live music several places both inside and out including the Marian Anderson String Quartet at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, – Square One Gallery’s Jill Pankey demonstrates painting, Favela Foto fundraiser at the Frame Gallery, horse drawn carriage rides, free movie “Thumbelina” and Madden’s food truck at Sale Park, several opportunities to learn about healthy living at info tables…

Shopping and Entertainment
1.    The Frame Gallery, 216 N. Bryan Ave. Original art by many local artists.  Featured Fotos For Favelas fundraiser.  Live music,  6:30 – 9:30, Jazz/Blues with R.G. Watkins & Friends, also Brazilian music by Paolo and Renata, cash wine bar & free art activity. And, outside on the sidewalk, music by ContraDiction! 822-0496
2.    D&S Premier Art & Clocks, 208 N. Bryan Ave., 779-2211
3.    Discount Floors, 200 N. Bryan Ave., Come visit their new showroom! 779-3270
4.    Square One Studio, 211 W. Wm. J Bryan Pkwy, Jill is going to be showing her landscape paintings and demonstrating painting. ffeel free to drop by 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
5.    Corner of Time Antiques & Collectibles Mall, 118 N. Bryan Ave., Antiques & a soda fountain. Pottery wheel throwing & wood carving demos, Valley Junction Band too! 822-7400
6.    Brazos Glassworks, 202b W. 26th St., Watch lampwork demos by Michael Pence and ask about workshops.  823-0325
7.    Jim.n.i., Our Favorite Things, 202a W. 26th St., 823-8000
8.    Downtown Uncorked Wine Bar, 206 W. 26th St., 823-4837
9.    Village Café, 210 W. 26th St., Featured artist this month Felice House.  Live music, Joey McGee 6pm, and then Kathy Ross 8-12pm. 703-8514
10.    St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 217 W. 26th St. Marian Anderson String Quartet performs at 7pm in the sanctuary.  822-5176
11.    StageCenter Theatre, 201B W. 26th St, Neil Simon’s “Last of the Red Hot Lovers”  823-4297
12.    Horse drawn carriage rides by Hidden Oasis Carriage Company,  from the LaSalle courtyard
13.    LaSalle Hotel, 120 S. Main St., Live music Ciara 7-10pm. 822-2000
14.    EarthArt, 209 S. Main St. Art, jewelry, clothing & handicraft of global community. 779-8208
15.    Revolution Cafe & Bar, 211-b S. Main St., Original art & always, live music! Tonight The Hi-Tones,  Featherface, Walking Bear , Chris Clonts, The Ex-Optimists.  823-4044
16.    Visitor’s Center, 213B S. Main St. 6-9pm. 822-4920
17.    Gloria Stephan Sale Park, 28th & Main St. Free movie- Movies by Madden’s, tonight is “Thumblelina”.  And check out the Madden’s food truck’s menu!
18.    Queen Theatre, 110 S. Main St. Stop by and bask in the neon glow! This ongoing renovation is a project of the Downtown Bryan Association.
19.     Southern Grace, Antiques & Almosts, 102 S Main St. 822-7770
20.    Heritage Menswear, 117 N. Main St., 822-6575
21.    String & Horn Shop, 119 N. Main St., 779-8548
22.    Catalena Hatters, 203 N. Main St.  “How Hats are Made” behind the scenes tour. Western art, too!   822-4423
23.    Texas Rose Boutique,  205 N. Main St., 822-4423
24.    Haute Couture- COMING SOON!, 212 N. Main St., Miss Me jerans, Miss Me Couture, Corral boots, etc.  822-3694
25.    DeBord’s by Double J Saddlery, 201 E. 24th St . Check out Lucchese boots, purses, handtooled belts, saddles & tack. 822-4515
26.    St. Vincent de Paul Resale, 300 N. Main St., 823-4369
27.    Burr’s Unfinished Furniture, 314 North Main St. Browse the furniture and also jewelry artist Jackie Palmer’s Sweetheart collection of heart-themed jewelry. Live music outside. 822-7052
28.    James’ Studio 59, 318 N. Main St., 823-8562

A. Brauhaus Bavarian Restaurant, 107 N. Main 775-4014
B. Caffe Capri, 222 N. Main St., 822-2675  Live music nearby outside- Sweet Strings on the Brazos
C. Casa Rodriguez, 300 N Bryan Ave., 779-0916  live music- mariachis!
D. Good Time Charley’s Grill Pub & Sports Theater, 201 S. Main St.  703-8922.
E. LaSalle Café, 120 S. Main, 823-2233 live music!
F. The Lemon Wedge,  308 N. Main St., 703-4052, live music!
G. Longhorn Tavern Steakhouse, 201 E. 24th St., 778-3900
I. Madden’s Casual Gourmet, 202 N. Bryan St., 779-2558
J. Margie’s Grill & Bar, 320 N. Main St., 822-8422
K. Mr. G’s Pizzeria, 201 W. 26th St., 822-6747
L. Murphy’s Law, 107 N. Main St., 775-4014
M. Must Be Heaven, 100 S. Main St., 822-7722
N. Papa Perez Mexican Cuisine, 200 S. Main St., 775-7272
O. San Jose Mexican Restaurant, 414 N. Main St., 823-8157
P. Subway, 100 N. Main St., 823-3147
Q. Village Café, 210 W. 26th St., 703-8514

See you First Friday!

Movies with Madden's at First Friday

DUE TO HIGH CHANCES OF RAIN THIS EVENING AND WET GROUNDS FROM RECENT RAINS, THUMBELINA WILL NOT BE SHOWN TONIGHT.  Movies with Madden’s will be back next First Friday showing Thumblelina.  ALL OTHER FIRST FRIDAY ACTIVITIES WILL STILL BE GOING ON.  Please see the First Friday Blog for a list of all the great activities available in downtown Bryan.

Join us once again for First Friday fun! In addition to all the exciting art and music going on Downtown, we will show Thumbelina in Sale Park as part of our Movies with Madden’s series (weather permitting).

“A girl no bigger than her mother’s thumb feels all alone in the world knowing she is the only person her size. Her wish for a companion at last comes true when the prince of the faerys arrives at her window sill. However, the niave Thumbelina’s life goes downward from there when a toad kidnaps her. While she tries to find a way home, she begins to grow up and learns about hope with the help of the friends she always wanted.” Written byMax Vaughn

Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy this fun family film outdoors. Madden’s will be on hand with gourmet street cuisine. First Friday’s Movies with Madden’s is perfect for date night or a family outing. Come enjoy all Downtown has to offer. We hope to see you there!

Don’t hang your shiny New Year’s Eve duds up just yet – wear them out to First Friday! Grab your best LBD, that hideous bridesmaid dress, or a fabulous thrift store find and hit the town! Check back for details on all of the art, music, food and friends waiting for you at First Friday in January!

Thanks to all the volunteers, participants and community members who came out to the first-in-a-long-time Downtown Bryan Christmas Parade! We had a great time and hope that you used the opportunity to eat, shop and look around at all of the great things going on Downtown! Don’t forget that many Downtown merchants are open until at least 7pm for holiday shopping. You can also order fabulous cakes and pies for your holiday gathering from many of the restaurants Downtown. We were happy to host you on Friday and we hope to see you back again soon! Pictures posted shortly!

Downtown Bryan is excited to announce the holiday parade to be held Friday, December 9th at 6PM.

The parade starts at 23rd and Bryan Ave and proceeds down to 28th street, makes a left and then doubles back on Main St and back down to 23rd.

More info here

Come on out and enjoy the festivities!

Each year, there are organizations and individuals whose positive impact on revitalization efforts in Historic Downtown Bryan is simply extraordinary. The Mayor’s Downtown Impact Award, created in 2000, celebrates progress in the city’s oldest business district, while recognizing those who go above and beyond to contribute to this progress. Express your appreciation for outstanding efforts to revitalize Historic Downtown Bryan by submitting a nomination for this prestigious award. Any individual or organization that has sponsored, lobbied or participated to ensure that a community service or capital project is accomplished in downtown is eligible for nomination. The mayor will announce the recipient of the Mayor’s Downtown Impact Award at the annual Bryan City Council Volunteer Reception held in December. To show your appreciation to a visionary who has contributed to the success and preservation in Historic Downtown, please complete the online nomination form.