Windsor CT Main Street Program
Phone: 860-247-8982
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Be a part of Windsor's future! No matter where you live or work, you can be a part of First Town Downtown as a member!
As a Main Street program, we cultivate the qualities that make Windsor center irresistible, grow local businesses, charm residents and visitors, and spark community pride.
We believe "Main Street" is for everyone. At the core of our approach to revitalization is a commitment to creating places of shared prosperity, equal access to opportunity, and inclusive engagement.
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We will be holding our annual meeting on Thursday, June 27 at 5:30 pm at 25 Central Street. First Town members and the public are encouraged to attend to hear the latest news about Windsor center including the plans for the "Road Diet", development news and more. Light refreshments and dessert will be served.
The 2024-2025 slate of officers and directors will be sworn in. Community awards will be presented: the Eagle Award goes to Windsor Federal Bank, Director of the Year is Keller Glass, Volunteer of the Year is Four Seasons Landscaping, and Business of the Year goes to Windsor Worx. Congratulations, all!
Please RSVP below for this free event. For more info, go to FirstTownDowntown.org or call 860-247-8982
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You're invited to a Public Information Meeting on Tuesday, June 25 in the Council Chambers at Windsor Town Hall, to ask questions and share your input on this project. A webinar version of this meeting (video streaming only, no participation) will be available via Zoom, here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84871570917
Town staff members have continued to work on advancing the design of the Broad Street road diet / complete street project. Over the winter and spring, we have updated traffic counts and have been exploring the possibility of incorporating bike lanes and replacing the traffic signals at Palisado and Broad, Poquonock and Prospect Street and Poquonock and Bloomfield with roundabouts.
These ideas were raised by attendees at a public information session this past winter. We have been in communication with CT DOT and they are in support of the roundabouts as they can slow down traffic and reduce the severity of accidents. This meeting will be an opportunity to present the various options and the pros / cons or constraints of each option and to hear input from residents, businesses and property owners.
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- Delight your friends and family
- Support Windsor Center businesses
- Keep Windsor Center vibrant
- Give Windsor center gift cards to your employees
One gift card - lots of places to use it! Refillable Windsor Center Gift Cards make great gifts for friends, relatives, co-workers and employees, and for anyone that lives or works in central Connecticut. Companies are giving them out as program prizes, employee incentives and holiday gifts!
More shops and restaurants are being added ! Here is the current list:
Order your gift cards today! You can check your balance and refill them on our website.
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The 2025 Farmers Market takes place each Thursday starting on June 19, 2025 and runs through October 16, 2025 from 3:00 – 6:00 pm at 240 Broad Street in Windsor Center.
This well-attended weekly local marketplace in Windsor Center may include locally grown fruits, vegetables, baked goods, herbs, eggs, cheese, skincare products, honey, books and more, along with live music!
Come browse and talk with our farmers and other vendors this summer, enjoy live music, enjoy the sunshine and a fresh, healthy vibe!
LOOKING FOR 2025 MARKET PARTNERS - deadline is 4/30/25
Calling all eco-champions and supporters of community vibrancy! We're on the hunt for passionate sponsors eager to showcase their commitment to sustainability and the heart of Windsor. Join us in illuminating the way forward towards a greener, more vibrant future for our beloved center!
Become a Market Partner!
2025 NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS:
We allow one nonprofit organization to set up each week.
If you would like to participate this year, please return the attached application, no later than April 30. We are committed to having our schedule set up in advance and will notify you as soon as possible. Spaces will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.
Download the form here: Non-Profit Application and mail it to us at PO Box 397, Windsor, CT 06095 Thank you!
2025 MARKET VENDOR PARTICIPANTS:
If you would like to participate this year, please review the information and fill out the online application form here, Market Vendor info & Application as well as the State of Connecticut crop plan, if applicable, no later than April 30. Please also send an updated insurance certificate and payment. The balance is due the first day of our market. You can also Download a printable form here: Application download and mail it with all required documents & payment to us at PO Box 397, Windsor, CT 06095 Thank you!
2025 Musical entertainment TBD - Stay Tuned!!
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PAST 2024 MARKET
A big thank you to our 2024 Market Partners and our Presenting Sponsor, Windsor Federal Bank!
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Be a part of Windsor's future! No matter where you live or work, you can be a part of First Town Downtown as a member!
As a Main Street program, we cultivate the qualities that make Windsor center irresistible, grow local businesses, charm residents and visitors, and spark community pride.
We believe "Main Street" is for everyone. At the core of our approach to revitalization is a commitment to creating places of shared prosperity, equal access to opportunity, and inclusive engagement.
read more
FTDT's Annual Meeting
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We will be holding our annual meeting on Thursday, June 27 at 5:30 pm at 25 Central Street. First Town members and the public are encouraged to attend to hear the latest news about Windsor center including the plans for the "Road Diet", development news and more. Light refreshments and dessert will be served.
The 2024-2025 slate of officers and directors will be sworn in. Community awards will be presented: the Eagle Award goes to Windsor Federal Bank, Director of the Year is Keller Glass, Volunteer of the Year is Four Seasons Landscaping, and Business of the Year goes to Windsor Worx. Congratulations, all!
Please RSVP below for this free event. For more info, go to FirstTownDowntown.org or call 860-247-8982
read more
Broad Street Road Diet Info Session
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You're invited to a Public Information Meeting on Tuesday, June 25 in the Council Chambers at Windsor Town Hall, to ask questions and share your input on this project. A webinar version of this meeting (video streaming only, no participation) will be available via Zoom, here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84871570917
Town staff members have continued to work on advancing the design of the Broad Street road diet / complete street project. Over the winter and spring, we have updated traffic counts and have been exploring the possibility of incorporating bike lanes and replacing the traffic signals at Palisado and Broad, Poquonock and Prospect Street and Poquonock and Bloomfield with roundabouts.
These ideas were raised by attendees at a public information session this past winter. We have been in communication with CT DOT and they are in support of the roundabouts as they can slow down traffic and reduce the severity of accidents. This meeting will be an opportunity to present the various options and the pros / cons or constraints of each option and to hear input from residents, businesses and property owners.
read more
Windsor Center Gift Cards
 |
- Delight your friends and family
- Support Windsor Center businesses
- Keep Windsor Center vibrant
- Give Windsor center gift cards to your employees
One gift card - lots of places to use it! Refillable Windsor Center Gift Cards make great gifts for friends, relatives, co-workers and employees, and for anyone that lives or works in central Connecticut. Companies are giving them out as program prizes, employee incentives and holiday gifts!
More shops and restaurants are being added ! Here is the current list:
| Ace Hardware Windsor | * Dom’s Broad Street Eatery |
| PC Development Group | * Union Street Tavern |
| Family Pizzeria | * The Bean @ 226 |
| First Town Downtown | * The Blue Dragonfly |
| Geissler’s Supermarket | * Beer Garden at Barts | Coming soon: Win-Some Thrift Shop | *Coming Soon: J&D Windsor Garage LLC |
| More info |
Order your gift cards today! You can check your balance and refill them on our website.
read more
Farmers Market
 |
The 2025 Farmers Market takes place each Thursday starting on June 19, 2025 and runs through October 16, 2025 from 3:00 – 6:00 pm at 240 Broad Street in Windsor Center.
This well-attended weekly local marketplace in Windsor Center may include locally grown fruits, vegetables, baked goods, herbs, eggs, cheese, skincare products, honey, books and more, along with live music!
Come browse and talk with our farmers and other vendors this summer, enjoy live music, enjoy the sunshine and a fresh, healthy vibe!
LOOKING FOR 2025 MARKET PARTNERS - deadline is 4/30/25
Calling all eco-champions and supporters of community vibrancy! We're on the hunt for passionate sponsors eager to showcase their commitment to sustainability and the heart of Windsor. Join us in illuminating the way forward towards a greener, more vibrant future for our beloved center!
Become a Market Partner!
2025 NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS:
We allow one nonprofit organization to set up each week.
If you would like to participate this year, please return the attached application, no later than April 30. We are committed to having our schedule set up in advance and will notify you as soon as possible. Spaces will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.
Download the form here: Non-Profit Application and mail it to us at PO Box 397, Windsor, CT 06095 Thank you!
2025 MARKET VENDOR PARTICIPANTS:
If you would like to participate this year, please review the information and fill out the online application form here, Market Vendor info & Application as well as the State of Connecticut crop plan, if applicable, no later than April 30. Please also send an updated insurance certificate and payment. The balance is due the first day of our market. You can also Download a printable form here: Application download and mail it with all required documents & payment to us at PO Box 397, Windsor, CT 06095 Thank you!
2025 Musical entertainment TBD - Stay Tuned!!
********************************
PAST 2024 MARKET
A big thank you to our 2024 Market Partners and our Presenting Sponsor, Windsor Federal Bank!
read more