Small business owners in Western PA who have been walking a tight financial tightrope for the past 18 months should consider attending the Lender Matchmaking event, hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Western PA District Office & the Western PA Association of SBA-Guaranteed Lenders. These meetings will present small business owners with the opportunity to talk one-on-one with lenders and development specialists.

Sessions run from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. on the following dates:

4/14, Altoona Blair Development Center, Altoona
4/21, Erie Convention Center, Erie

The Hollywood Theater on Potomac Avenue in Dormont will be opening on Saturday, August 1st!

More details are available in this article in the Post Gazette.

Dormont Main Street participated in the Dormont Day Parade - here some members of the team carry a banner with information for the upcoming "A Taste of Dormont" event.

Photos of a 1965 Ford Mustang and a fully restored milk truck displayed by the Exxon Station owner on West Liberty at Pioneer.

People had a great time at the event and it really drew a crowd.

On July 9th, the Dormont Community Development Corporation (DCDC), the parent organization of Dormont Main Street, was granted official 501(c)(3) status by the Federal Government!

This designation is retroactive to 1980, when the DCDC was first created.

This means donations to Dormont Main Street are tax deductible. Furthermore, it paves the way for grants for the community.

Many thanks to all of the volunteers who helped make this possible, and in particular, to Jennifer L. Rawson of Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC!

Click here for the printable coupon that is your ticket to special discounts and promotions at participating Dormont businesses during the week of July 1-7.

Participating Businesses Include:

• Potomac Pharmacy
• Adrian's Pizza
• Fredo's Deli
• Bargain Books
• Z Spot Body Art Studio Inc.
• Pittsburgh Hair Company
• Potomac Mini Express
• Dormont News
• Mekong Restaurant
• Moon Stones

On May 4th, George Pitcher, president of the DCDC/Dormont Main Street, provided the following update to those in attendance at the Dormont Borough Council meeting:

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Good Evening Members of Council, Mayor, Solicitor, Assistant Borough Manager and All Attending Tonight’s Meeting:

Dormont Main Street announces the Third Annual "Reds, Whites, and Blues: A Taste of Dormont" event!

Guests can sample a variety of wines and food offerings while enjoying the music of The RJ Zimmerman Trio.

It is our understanding that there are some who wish Dormont Main Street to express its opinion for development of this corner lot. As an organization to promote the business district, we developed the following Mission Statement:

1. Promote a sense of community and purpose
2. Assure the Historic continuity of Dormont’s Heritage
3. Improve the image and perception of Dormont to its residents and visitors
4. Strengthen economic rejuvenation of property and commerce.

On March 2nd, 2009, the Dormont Community Development Corporation (the DCDC), which is the non-profit corporate home of Dormont Main Street, filed for 501(c)3 status with the IRS. A 501(c)3, or similar status, is necessary for applying for various grant monies. This is a significant milestone on our way to achieving our "official" Main Street designation.

Many thanks to Jennifer Rawson of Eckert Seamans for all of her help with this effort!