“American Idol” Need Look No Further than “Downtown!”

Posted by Bob Gernert on November 6, 2007 at 9:14 am

Some of you may remember the song “Downtown” by Petula Clark. A popular 1960s hit it became the mantra for many downtown promotions before the National Main Street program declared the song had just been used too much. That was 20 years ago and the song is enjoying new relevance as Main Street cities successfully bring their downtowns “back to life.”

Main Street Winter Haven working with the City has brought new energy, beauty and vitality to Downtown Winter Haven. At Main Street’s recent annual meeting there was a “new release” of “Downtown” by a variety of talented Winter Haven folks. There are some surprising cameo appearances as well. You’ll enjoy watching…

The video was produced and created by Main Street Winter Haven, Inc. and directed, filmed and edited by Xnext Studios.

 

Platinum Bank

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REMARKS   8 Total remarks on this post. Add your own remarks below

  • November 6th, 2007 at 2:40 pm
    Sharon Creedon

    The Downtown Video is FABULOUS!!! I can’t stop smiling. Wonderful job by everyone involved. Congratulations to all.

  • November 13th, 2007 at 11:19 am
    Jim dePamphilis

    Fabulous promotional video, would like to send along to all my friends. Talented folks! Good job, y’all!

  • November 16th, 2007 at 8:40 am
    Gloria Hart

    I can’t get the “Downtown ” commercial to come up on any site. Can you help?

  • November 16th, 2007 at 11:42 am
    Bob Gernert

    I’m not sure why your computer won’t load the page(s) that display this video. All contain links to http://www.YouTube.com. Try going there and typing “Downtown Winter Haven” in the “Search” block. The Downtown Video should be the first one displayed. Double click on the thumbnail and it will play automatically.

  • November 16th, 2007 at 10:42 pm
    BRENDA MCASAHN

    TO GERNERT FAMILY,THE APPLE DOES NOT FALL FAR FROM THE TREE. YOUR DAUGHTER WILL BLESS OUR TOWN!

  • November 19th, 2007 at 8:59 pm
    Carl Kocher

    I was rocking until I heard Bob sing.

  • November 25th, 2007 at 8:51 pm
    S Emery

    I just found this video on you tube — so funny!! Kudos Main Street!

  • December 7th, 2007 at 10:02 am
    Janis Albaugh

    Kayla - I am so proud of you. What talent! Loved the entire video. Congratualtions to all involved.

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