Annual Meeting
YOU'RE INVITED Come celebrate the heart of our community — The people, places, organizations, and small businesses that make Windsor a vibrant place to live, work, shop, dine, and connect.We will hold our Annual Meeting on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm @ The Birdcage at 25 Central Street in Windsor. This event is FREE and everyone is invited, but RSVP is required! Sign up today to save your seat!Join First Town Downtown for an evening of community celebration as we recognize those who make a difference, share what's ahead for Downtown Windsor, and bring neighbors, businesses, and community partners together. FIRST TOWN DOWNTOWN ANNUAL MEETING Tuesday, June 23, 2026 from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM at THE BIRDCAGE 25 Central Street, Windsor, CT EVENING HIGHLIGHTS • Community Guest Speakers • 2026 Community Awards • Downtown Updates and Future Initiatives • The 2026-2027 slate of officers and directors will be sworn in. • Opportunities to Connect with Friends and Neighbors • Light Refreshments FREE PUBLIC EVENT Everyone is welcome. Whether you're a resident, business owner, volunteer, community partner, or simply someone who loves Windsor, we'd be honored to have you join us. TOGETHER, WE BRING DOWNTOWN TO LIFE First Town Downtown Supporting a vibrant, welcoming, and connected Windsor Center. RSVPs Required Click here to RSVP online Click here to Sponsor the Event. For more information please email: info@ftdt.org Master of Ceremonies: TBD Guest Speakers: Antony Zito, Director & Curator Underwater Kite ~ underwaterkite.art 150 Broad Street, Windsor CT 06095 *** Additional speakers will be added! Our mission is to grow, revitalize and strengthen Windsor center. We bring volunteers and experts together to strengthen our center of town through a "community-based approach" by creating a high quality of life for businesses, residents and visitors alike focusing on economic development, design, promotion and organization. Want to help out, volunteer, have your ideas heard or join one of our committees? Click here to Volunteer and/or Join a Committee. 2026-2027 AWARD RECIPIENTSStay Tuned!!! !! Thank You to our 2026-2027 Sponsors !!This could be you!!!! . . . Click here to Sponsor the Event. 2025-2026 2025-2026 AWARD RECIPIENTSCommunity Impact Award This honor goes to an individual or organization that has made a meaningful and positive impact in downtown and beyond. This year, we recognize two honorees: • Windsor Food & Fuel Bank, for providing essential services and resources to those in need throughout our community. • And Sharon Dillon Rispoli, a tireless community cheerleader whose energy and generosity bring joy wherever she goes. ________________________________________ Cultural & Artistic Contribution Award Arts and culture play a vital role in shaping Windsor’s identity and economy. The Cultural & Artistic Contribution Award goes to: • Windsor Art Center, for its rich calendar of exhibits, talks, and classes, and for hosting two incredible new events this year—The River & Roots Festival and Make Music Day. ________________________________________ Main Street Visionary Award This award recognizes bold vision and investment in reimagining downtown Windsor. Our first honoree is Greg Vaca, founder of GRAVA Properties and developer of Founders Square—a transformative project that brings housing, business activity, and vibrancy to Windsor Center. ________________________________________ Historic Preservation Revitalization Award One of the core tenets of the Main Street movement is historic preservation with purpose. This year’s award goes to Loomis Chaffee School for its thoughtful renovation of the historic James Loomis House into the Win-some Find Thrift Shop—preserving a piece of history while giving it new life. ________________________________________ Eagle Award The Eagle Award honors a business making an extraordinary difference in our community. That honor goes to Carmon Funeral Homes—a compassionate, family-owned business that has stood by Windsor families during their most difficult times, while giving back to the community in countless ways. ________________________________________ Spirit of Main Street Award And finally, the Spirit of Main Street Award. This award recognizing legacy service to the First Town Downtown organization. This year’s recipient: Sharran Selig-Bennett. !! Thank You to our 2025 Sponsors !! PLATINUM SPONSOR Carmon Family Funeral Homes |
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Mission Statement
Become a member of First Town Downtown and be a part of the growth of Windsor's downtown area and Windsor as a whole! Join or Renew your membership in First Town Downtown, Windsor's Main Street program.
The mission of First Town Downtown is to position and promote Windsor Center as a premier New England town center that protects and utilizes its proud heritage as the basis for developing vibrant recreational, economic and cultural activity.
