<div dir="ltr">HI Sheri,<div> Will the October 23rd meeting be recorded? I really want the information, but I am already booked that morning. Also, I have had a grant workshop series that I've been attending on Thursdays but the 17th is the last one, so I will be in regular attendance after that (with the possible exception of our 2nd Thursday of the month board/committee meeting day).</div><div><br></div><div>Thank you!</div><div><br clear="all"><div><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr">Helen Connolly<div><b>Downtown Manager</b></div><div><a href="mailto:manager@dallasdowntownassociation.org" target="_blank">manager@dallasdowntownassociation.org</a></div><div>(503) 967-5376</div><div><br></div><div><em style="color:rgb(33,37,41);font-family:Arial,"Helvetica Neue",Helvetica,sans-serif;letter-spacing:-0.018px"><font size="1">“It is not enough to stare up the steps – we must step up the stairs.” Dr. Vance Havner</font></em><br></div><div><br></div><div><b><img src="https://ci3.googleusercontent.com/mail-sig/AIorK4wGIyEKBMQRrAkKOVZGLcw5U-4zbRyGo-eZs6_hJhzaaZDJNjs2y2VsYFjeItRFBrT8plAGQzu8TZVR" width="200" height="136"><br></b></div></div></div></div><br></div></div><br><div class="gmail_quote"><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_attr">On Mon, Oct 14, 2024 at 1:58 PM STUART Sheri * OPRD <<a href="mailto:Sheri.STUART@oprd.oregon.gov">Sheri.STUART@oprd.oregon.gov</a>> wrote:<br></div><blockquote class="gmail_quote" style="margin:0px 0px 0px 0.8ex;border-left:1px solid rgb(204,204,204);padding-left:1ex"><div class="msg-5959678238872523273">
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Mornings on Main</b>: Lise Grato with the Albany Downtown Association offered to lead the MoM call this week as both Cam and I will be at the PLACES conference in Walla Walla. Link to join the call is in the calendar on our website,
<a href="http://www.oregonmainstreet.org/" target="_blank">www.oregonmainstreet.org</a> and through the orange portal button.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>TRAINING: 2024 AARP Livable Communities Workshop: Designing for People of All Ages,
</b>October 16-17: Join AARP for both days — or just one of the two. This free, virtual workshop will explore how local leaders can design for people of all ages in urban, suburban and rural communities — through four core themes: Housing, Transportation, Public
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/about/info-2024/design-workshop.html" target="_blank">Learn more and register here.</a><u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>New Executive Director Orientation,</b> October 23, 8:30 am – 11:30 am: This session is for new executive directors and staff. We cover an overview of Main Street as well as roles and responsibilities of staff and volunteers.
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https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83162058695?pwd=hBabveiZKEWZQmBbT84Envk7UgCzCa.1</a><u></u><u></u></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span class="m_-5959678238872523273MsoHyperlink">Meeting ID: 831 6205 8695</span><span class="m_-5959678238872523273MsoHyperlink"><span style="text-decoration:none">
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span class="m_-5959678238872523273MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">Board Institute 101</span></b></span><span class="m_-5959678238872523273MsoHyperlink"><span style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">, November 20, 8:30 to 10 am: This session
is good for new board members. We cover an introduction to the Main Street Approach, an overview of Oregon Main Street, and the typical roles and responsibilities of board members, committees, and staff. Register in advance for this meeting at
<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkdO2vqjsoGdeWvIkyItz2TxAMuk8LJXTo" target="_blank">
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkdO2vqjsoGdeWvIkyItz2TxAMuk8LJXTo</a>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span class="m_-5959678238872523273MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">Free! In-Person Digital Small Business Workshop– Registration Now Open – see attached flyer for dates/times/locations:
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:"Helvetica Neue"">Unlock the Potential of Your Business - Essential Digital Tools and Techniques: Are you a small business owner looking to maximize your online presence and streamline your digital
strategies? Join us for our informative workshop, offered in 9 different locations, and discover essential digital tools and techniques to unlock the full potential of your business. This workshop is designed to provide you with practical insights and actionable
tips to help you grow your business and succeed in the digital age. <b>Based on the interest of the community and or businesses in attendance, some or all of the following topics will be covered:</b></span></i><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:"Helvetica Neue""><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<i><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:"Helvetica Neue"">Managing Your Online Presence: Google Business Profile, other online profiles</span></i><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:"Helvetica Neue""><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="m_-5959678238872523273gmail-li1" style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal">
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<i><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:"Helvetica Neue"">Branding Your Business: Developing a strong and memorable brand identity</span></i><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:"Helvetica Neue""><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="m_-5959678238872523273gmail-li1" style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal">
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<i><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:"Helvetica Neue"">Plus, discover the power of YouTube, analytics, SEO, e-commerce photography, AI, and more, all essential tools for your business's success.</span></i><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:"Helvetica Neue""><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Free Virtual Digital Small Business Webinars</b> – Still a chance to catch one of the virtual webinars in October – all sessions are from 9 to 10 am<u></u><u></u></p>
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