Downtown Greensboro

It’s not uncommon for local chefs to find farmers at their doorsteps. “A lot of farmers just stop by when they have stuff, and we buy off their trucks sometimes,” says Andrew Gregson, the chef de cuisine at Table 16 at 600 S. Elm St.

The personal connections have helped Gregson make interesting finds, such as the Mr. … Read More →

Activity steady despite economic challenges

Companies are choosing Downtown to open or relocate their locations every month, and existing businesses and organizations are constantly revamping their offerings to give customers more reasons to visit the center city. Here is a sampling of new businesses and services that have emerged in recent months.

Brothers Durand and Louis Martin along with partner … Read More →

By Eric F. Frazier – Special to the News & Record

When antiques shop owner Gary Brame saw a neighboring dealer vacate South Elm Street last year to downsize, he recognized a way to use the smaller-business trend to breathe new life into the district — create a Downtown antique mall with spaces for multiple dealers.

Vintage clothing … Read More →

Released May 27, 2011

(Greensboro, NC) …The Snack Bar, a casual restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and the late night crowd has opened at 356 S. Elm Street. The restaurant features a full liquor bar.

With popular items from fully loaded chili dogs to custom salads. The breakfast menu includes create your own croissants, omelettes to order, gourmet pancakes, french … Read More →

Released April 29, 2011

It’s time to celebrate Mother’s Day! Downtown Greensboro has a dozen of spots open for dining on Sunday, May 8th and several gift ideas to choose from to make mom’s day:

Mother’s Day Special: An Afternoon of Style

Hair shampoo/Styling from Salon Baileys Portrait with Old Photo Specialists Glass of wine at Bin 33

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Released April 29, 2011

In conjunction with National Tourism Month this May, the economic development non-profit Downtown Greensboro Inc. (DGI) is offering an incentive to Guilford County residents to explore their own center city.

During the month of May, Greensboro area residents are encouraged to get out and explore their “backyard” and visit places that they may not have experienced … Read More →

Released April 21, 2011

Downtown Greensboro Inc. is seeking volunteers to assist with outreach efforts at community events. The non-profit organization participates in several local events and festivals to share information about the exciting transformations happening Downtown.

Volunteers with civic pride in Greensboro’s community and have an interest in Downtown, you are invited to join as an event volunteer.

Volunteer … Read More →