Next ‘What’s Up Downtown’ to be held May 20 in Alton

By Managing Editor | May 19, 2025 |

Alton Main Street’s quarterly information exchange, “What’s Up Downtown,” will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 20 at the Riverbender building, located at 200 W. 3rd Street in Alton, Ill.

The public is invited to learn the latest news regarding developments in Alton’s historic downtown district, including updates from new and existing businesses, news on real estate transactions and details of upcoming events and projects.

Topics from the evening’s featured speakers will include:

Andi Campbell, deputy director of the City of Alton’s Planning & Development, will speak about the city’s forthcoming comprehensive planning process
Scot Heathman, CEO of The Wedge Innovation Center, will present about amenities of this innovation hub and coworking space
Hugh Halter will share details of the partnership to bring Good News Brewing microbrews and wood fired pizza to Post Commons
Sean and Tish Emerick will announce their new custom design and printing business called Five Oak Designs, coming soon to 418 Belle Street
Charles Mooneyham will share details of Mooneyham Art, a gallery that he recently opened at 305 State Street
Emily Tucker, owner of new shop PlantEm, will share about her plant products and services
Caleb Lewis will give an update on Grotto Bike Rentals at 112 E. Broadway and talk about the expanded “Welcome to Alton” tour from Alton Odyssey Tours
John Meehan from Alton Odyssey Tours will share details on the Godfrey Legacy Tours

Attending in person is highly encouraged, but the event will be live-streamed on Riverbender.com. Video footage will be available afterwards, allowing those who are unable to be there to stay up to date on downtown developments.

Residents are encouraged to stay connected with what’s happening in the district by attending this casual forum which is free and open to the public. After the featured speakers, the floor is opened to anyone who has news to share about what’s happening with their business or organization that pertains to Downtown. Attendees will enjoy complimentary refreshments as well as networking with other downtown enthusiasts.

To get involved with the many ways that Alton Main Street volunteers are working to promote the district and improve the quality of life in our community, contact Executive Director Sara McGibany at (618) 463-1016 or email [email protected]. For full details of the organization’s beautification projects, special events, networking activities, investment opportunities and more, visit www.DowntownAlton.com.

Photo provided by Alton Main Street.