Revitalizing Jasper: Heart of Jasper's Mission and Upcoming Events
In this episode of Curve Conversations, Landon chats with Kate Schwenk, director of Heart of Jasper, a nonprofit focused on downtown revitalization in Jasper, Indiana. Kate explains the organization's mission to create a unique small-town experience through economic development and community programming.
Key topics include:
- Heart of Jasper's Role: Supporting downtown revitalization by attracting arts, entertainment, and dining businesses based on community feedback.
- Kate's Role: As the sole staff member, she coordinates with four subcommittees focusing on economic vitality, design, and promotions to enhance the downtown area.
- Upcoming Events:
- Music on Main: Local musicians perform every Saturday on the square.
- Shop and Sip: Monthly late-night shopping with live music and food trucks.
- Downtown Chow Down: Monthly food truck event with live music and activities.
