The UpTown Association Presents (419) Day
The public is invited to celebrate (419) Day in UpTown on 4/19/2012. One of the most vibrant and eclectic neighborhoods bordering the Downtown area, the UpTown Arts Entertainment District is rich with positive, progressive development, from community gardens to nightlife.
This inaugural (419) Day event is presented by the UpTown Association as a new annual celebration of Toledo, taking place in one of the city's richest cultural districts. The evening festivities will highlight both development and entertainment taking place in the neighborhood.
(419) Day begins with a Bicycle Meet-up at The Attic on Adams (1701 Adams St., corner of 17th), from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Beginning promptly at 5:30 p.m., a bicycle tour of the neighborhood will take place, stopping at the two Toledo GROWS community gardens in UpTown, the location for the planned $1.5 million dollar Signature Park project, and the new location of the Toledo Bikes co-op. The tour will conclude back on Adams Street at 6:15 p.m., where visitors can enjoy a number of Happy Hour food and drink options, as detailed below.
Happy Hour on Adams Street
?Manhattan's: Every Thursday is Half off Happy Hour at Manhattan's, featuring half-off specials on drinks and items from the bar menu. Enjoy live music from the Quick Trio. (half-off happy hour runs 4-7 p.m.) www.manhattanstoledo.com
Wesley's: Enjoy happy hour specials, complimentary snacks, the only Bocce Ball court in the Downtown area, and Cornhole toss. www.wesleysbar.com
The Attic on Adams/Manos: The Attic features great food, including a number of vegan and vegetarian options, as well as the full menu from Manos Greek Restaurant, and a wide selection of draft and craft beers. Looking for something a little more relaxed? Check out Manos Restaurant downstairs. Enjoy roaming magic tricks by the incomparable Martin Jarret! www.theatticonadams.com?
The Ottawa Tavern: Come check out the OT's delicious new 'check list' menu of burgers, dogs, salads and more. www.otavern.com
All participating venues will feature $2 Buckeye Beers from the Maumee Bay Brewing Company, brewed and bottled right here in Toledo.
Vendors featuring pro-Toledo apparel and other locally-crafted, handmade goods will be set up at The Attic and other locations.
Later in the evening, (419) Day guests are encouraged to come out and enjoy the most walkable bar district in the Downtown area, featuring great drink selections, great people, live music, and dancing. All venues will be open, but special late-night options include:
The Ottawa Tavern: A great night of music from special out-of-town guests, and indie up-and-comers, The End Times Spasm Band, and headliners, Sarah & the Tall Boys.
Bretz Bar: One of the area's wildest bars, Bretz never disappoints. This night, enjoy a rocking dance floor, DJs, and a drag show from the ever-acclaimed maidens of Bretz, Thunderpussy and Deja. Plus, $1 drinks all night ($5 cover).
Glass City Cafe: If you've worked up an appetite after celebrating Toledo all day long, have no worries. Glass City Cafe opens from 1 am to 5 am every Thursday through Saturday for coffee and late-night eats in a place loaded with Toledo memorabilia.
* Also celebrating (419) Day, The Arts Commission’s Parkwood Gallery (1838 Parkwood) will be open from 5-8 p.m. featuring its latest exhibition, “419 Favorites: The Artomatic 419! People’s Choice Show,” which features top vote-getters from the 2011 Artomatic 419! Program. www.theartscommission.org
(419) Day Timeline
4:30 – 5:30 pm: Bicycle Meet-up at The Attic on Adams
5:30 – 6:15 pm: UpTown Bicycle Tour
5:00 – 8:00 pm: Artomatic 419! People’s Choice Show @ Parkwood Gallery
6:15 – 9:00 pm: Happy Hour on Adams Street!!
9:00 – 2:30 am: Live Music, Drinks & Dancing
1:00 – 5:00 am: Late night coffee and breakfast
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UpTown is an up-and-coming urban neighborhood conveniently located between Toledo's historic Old West End and the Toledo Museum of Art complex and the Central Business District. The neighborhood's history is one of transition, first as a residential area for Toledo's wealthy and then as a commercial district to supplement businesses in the growing downtown.
In the last 25 years, UpTown has experienced many positive changes. The UpTown Association was formed in 1986 to help foster area improvement. Many decaying buildings have been renovated for commercial use and several new business and residential projects have been completed. Street improvements along the Adams Street and Monroe Street corridors have further enhanced the area.
In 2005, UpTown was designated an Arts and Entertainment district by the City of Toledo. Several long-standing as well as new restaurant and entertainment venues keep UpTown vibrant and a popular Toledo destination.
www.UpTownToledo.org
facebook.com/uptown.assoc
twitter.com/UpTownToledo
Press Release Contact Name: Julie Champa
Press Release Contact Email: [email protected]
Organization Name: UpTown Association
Organization Address: Toledo, OH