It’s time to get out and enjoy the Downtown South Boston Farmers Market this Saturday, June 18, 2022 from 8am until noon. There will be so much to enjoy and everyone can help celebrate 35 years of the Market’s service to the community!

The Farmers Market will be filled with LIVE music and lots of giveaways as they celebrate the season too. It will be a lively time downtown for adults and kids.

“Sweet & Southern” Breakfast will whip up and flip some amazing waffle and pancake masterpieces – just grab your plate and enjoy this deliciousness while you browse the market. 

Be sure to bring the kids! They will love the games and the bouncy house. Ages 2-18 can also participate in the Power of Produce.

Vendors are on-site with locally grown in-season produce, baked goods, canned goods, crafts and more. You can even find some delicious treats for your four-legged friends at the Market.

Visit their Facebook page to keep up with what’s happening at the Farmers Market.

And after you’re through celebrating at the Farmers Market, stroll downtown where you’ll find local shops filled with great items to purchase and even more refreshing drinks and food too.

It’s a great time to be in downtown South Boston where something is always happening!

 

EXCITING NEWS FOR DOWNTOWN SOUTH BOSTON!

The Industrial Development Authority of the Town of South Boston is pleased to announce the formation of a public-private partnership to develop and renovate the historic John Randolph Hotel in Downtown South Boston at 327 Main Street.

Julian and Karie Brittano of The Brittano Group, Inc. and its subsidiary, The Rook Hotels, have entered into an agreement with the Town of South Boston to develop the former historic John Randolph Hotel. The property includes a 4-story 32+ room hotel, event center, restaurant and roof-top bar. Plans are to operate the boutique hotel under the name of “The Rook at South Boston.” Construction is expected to take 18 to 24 months and should start by the end of May 2022.

One would wonder why the renovation of this property has neighbors already asking Town Officials when they can have a drink on the rooftop.

When Town Manager, Tom Raab, was asked why is this acquisition so important to you; to the Town of South Boston, he answered with excitement. “It’s a milestone! Since hired as Town Manager in January 2016, one of 2 goals asked of me was to renovate the hotel. It’s been 7 years and 7 – 8 developers later. Then I got a call that said “I think you should meet the Brittano’s,” Tom shared. “This hotel will become the cornerstone; an anchor for Downtown South Boston,” he explained. “This hotel is one of the largest properties Downtown. Its renovation will make it a huge attraction; the start of our Renaissance. This will put South Boston on the map as a destination.”

Tom Raab met with the Brittano’s in late September 2021 when they toured the downtown hotel property. Karie Brittano, a licensed general contractor, fell in love with the property and saw a clear vision of what it could become. Julian, an entrepreneur, visionary, actor and movie producer/promoter loved the small-town atmosphere and opportunities the hotel offered. Mr. Raab was impressed with the dynamic couple and the investment group they had assembled. Over $650,000 in grant funds had been received for the project: a $600,000 Virginia Tobacco Commission Economic Development grant; and a $50,000 Virginia Brownfields Assistance Fund (VBAF) grant to complete environmental studies and abate any environmental hazards at the Hotel.

The announcement of a major global hotel chain partner to be announced in the coming days.

Wister’s Florals & Gifts at 441 Main Street in downtown South Boston is gearing up for a fantastic Mother’s Day. They’re offering specials on arrangements for this special day. Their fresh flower arrangements can be ordered by phone, online, or by text.

Mother’s Day arrangements will be filled with seasonal, beautiful blooms in pretty springtime colors. Mother’s Day arrangements will be available for pickup on Saturday, May 7th. You can also request to pick-up your order at Factory Street Brewing Company downtown on Saturday, May 7th after 3pm.

You can also specify custom orders if you prefer.

Call early or text to place your order – 434.446.3175. Make this Mother’s Day extra special with fresh flowers from Wister’s.