Published in the July 21, 2017 edition
MELROSE — The fifth annual Summer Stroll: An Adult Evening on Main Street, sponsored by the Melrose Chamber of Commerce and the city of Melrose, will take place on Friday, July 28.
Residents are invited to come out and stroll along Main Street to discover what makes Main Street in Melrose so special.
With generous support from Summer Stroll Event Sponsor, LCM PLUS, and a grant from the Melrose Messina Fund for the Arts, the Summer Stroll is an evening of music, dining, shopping and socializing. Residents will be able to patronize their favorite restaurants and retailers or check out new ones.
To create a spacious pedestrian walkway complete with outdoor dining, store sales, sampling, live performances and more, Main Street will be closed to vehicles, spanning from Upham Street to Grove Street.
From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., there will be multiple, live musical performances by area musicians and a magical illusionist who will entertain along Main Street
Restaurants will serve food and beverages on the sidewalk, while local merchants will offer tastings, specials and sales within their stores. In addition, the Melrose Family YMCA will offer babysitting services that night, and as limited space is available registration is required so call the YMCA at 781-665-4360.
Additional children’s programming will also be offered at Joy Yoga in Melrose. With limited space available, visit https://www.joyhealthylife.com/joy-healthy-kids.html to reserve your child’s spot.
This is a rain or shine event.
For more information about this event, please contact Lauren Grymek, Executive Director, Melrose Chamber of Commerce at lauren@melrosechamber.org or 781-665-3033.
The Melrose Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)6 organization with nearly 300 members and helps businesses in and around the City of Melrose grow and succeed through networking, advocacy, communications, events and more. The Chamber is the largest organization in Melrose dedicated to increasing economic activity through an involved membership representing a variety of industries and business sectors.
For more information on the Chamber, including how to join, contact Lauren Grymek, executive director, at lauren@melrosechamber.org or 781-665-3033.
