Support Downtown- COVID 19

Updated 4.2.2020 at 11:10am

Due to Governor Whitmer's Executive Order 2020-21 (COVID-19) many downtown businesses will be temporarily closing their doors to the public effective at 12:01 am March 24th, 2020. Specific information about how to support downtown businesses virtually and digitally, as submitted by individual merchants, can be found below. If you have questions about a specific business, we would advise you to visit their website or Facebook page.

The following businesses are open for take out and/or delivery at this time.

How to support downtown businesses
Alpena Vintage Company | www.alpenavintagecompany.com | Shop their online store of vintage, retro, and antique goods. Free pick-up locally or shipping available.

Art in the Loft | www.artintheloft.org | The gallery is currently closed and all classes are cancelled or postponed. You can still support Art in the Loft by donating and becoming a member today! All information can be found on their website under the "members" tab.

Bella Rose Yoga Studio | bellaroseyogastudio.com | The studio itself is closed to the public, and they are offering juices by pre-order only, check out their Facebook page for more information.

Biggby Coffee-Alpena | (989) 340-0373 | The Downtown location's lobby is closed, and Biggby is offering pick-up and takeaway options. They are also offering student deals such as $1 bagel sandwiches and 16oz drinks for $2.99. Any kids drink will be free for kids 5th grad and younger. All drinks are also BOGO Free until further notice.

Bob's Bullpen| (989) 356-9558 |https://www.facebook.com/bobsbullpen/ Bob's Bullpen will ship any of their books + comics in stock.

Cabin Creek Coffee | cabincreekcoffeeroasters.com | Get your Cabin Creek fix at home and order beans online.

Chippewa Valley Mercantile | www.chippewavalleyleatherworks.com | Items can be purchased through their website or you can purchase anything posted on their Facebook page. They can ship or offer curbside pick-up for anything purchased online.

Harborside Cycle & Sport | (989) 354-4999 | info@harborsidecycle.com | We are still taking bicycles in for service! Coronavirus doesn't stop spring spring fever. Schedule an appointment to drop off your bike for service before the warm weather hits.

Investment Navigators | www.investmentnavigators.today | Their site offers plenty of basic information and financial resources about planning for the future and investing. There are many articles and tools to help you think about the future after these difficult times.

The Local Basket Case | www.thelocalbasketcasellc.com | Order your Local Basket Case apparel, accessories, gifts and more on their website! Free shipping on orders over $75

Parallel 45 Books and Gifts | (989) 278-8822 | https://bookshop.org/shop/parallel45books Offering free delivery of all in stock books if you live in the Alpena area. You can pay with a credit card over the phone. They can leave your books for you on your doorstep or porch.

Rusty Petunias Marketplace | www.rustypetuniasmarketplace.com | Their website is updated and they will be adding more items throughout the week. Delivery within 5 miles available. The shop is currently closed to the public.

Soaps and Such | soapsandsuchalpena.com | You can get all of your Soaps and Such favorites by ordering online or calling (989) 340-1299. Ship to or pick up options are available. The shop is currently closed to the public.

Sam Rumbles, State Farm | samrumbles.com & statefarm.com | State Farm can give quotes, write new policies, and take payments via internet and phone, (989) 356-2524.

Studio Rubedo | studiorubedo.com or (989)447-2487 | You can call to schedule an appointment to view the current exhibit by Elliott Earls. Meditate in the Sanctuary on Saturdays at 11:00am will be offered virtually.

Suite Salon Spa | www.suitesalons.com | Studio owners are selling gifts certificates and products online.

Thunder Bay Theatre | www.thunderbaytheatre.com | March programming including the Let's Talk Women's History Month Panel is currently postponed. You can support TBayT by donating and becoming a member of the Director's Club. Donations of $100 or more will received a Thunder Bay Theatre branded reusable metal tumbler. More information is available on their website under the "donate" tab.

Thunder Bay Winery | www.thunderbaywinery.com | Shop bottles of wine online and have them delivered to your door! Shipping available in Michigan online.

Resources for Businesses

Supporting Your Small Business During Covid-19 (from Small Business Development Center of Michigan)

Resources for Michigan Businesses (from Michigan Economic Development Corporation)

Michigan Coronavirus Information (from the State of Michigan)

Updates from the City of Alpena (from City of Alpena)

NEMI Resources

The Alpena Area Convention & Visitor's Bureau
The CVB has a page on their website with a lot of really great resources and information for business owners, employees, and more.

Alpena Area CVB COVID-19 RESOURCE PAGE

The Alpena Area CVB is also moderating a Facebook Page where they are sharing more resources and updates daily. This group is for Alpena area owners and managers of local businesses and organizations that have been negatively impacted by COVID19 mitigation activities.

Alpena Area: COVID 19 - Business Resources Facebook Group

The Alpena Area Chamber of Commerce
The Alpena Area Chamber of Commerce is facilitating some loan and grant programs offered through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC). Through the Michigan Small Business Relief Program-MEDC Grant they have received $200,000 to be split between the five counties in the region consisting of Alcona, Alpena, Cheboygan, Iosco, and Presque Isle.

There are also loan options through the Michigan Small Business Relief Program to aid you and your business in these unprecedented times.

Alpena Area Chamber of Commerce Covid-19 resources