Hope Civitans updated on downtown revitalization efforts

HOPE – The Hope Civitan Club heard an update on Hope Downtown Network projects at its regular meeting Tuesday, May 13.  HDN Board member Beckie Moore presented a power point highlighting efforts made to revitalize downtown Hope.  She also told the club that an application has been made to Main Street Arkansas that would move HDN to the associate level with that organization, leading to additional funding and a part-time director to plan and implement downtown activities, programs, and events.

Moore, who is also the interim director of the Southwest Arkansas Arts Council, also reminded Civitans of the local artists gallery show and reception scheduled for this Friday, May 23, 5:30-7 p.m., at the Arts Station in downtown Hope.  She said the public is invited to the event, showcasing extraordinary work from local artists in Hope and Hempstead County.