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Our Mission Statement

Supporting Allen Street's Vibrant Business Community

The “Shop Allen Street” Block Club exists to promote the economic development & success of the local businesses that call Allentown home, enhance the aesthetic appeal, and improve the overall quality of life along Allen Street in Buffalo NY.

The Block Club aims to foster a cooperative spirit among businesses, offer business support through a wide range of well-coordinated events & various other initiatives, and serve as a liaison with local government and other organizations.

OUR MEMBERS

We will be announcing our new member outreach schedule on 5/7/24, but if you’re a business-owner in Allentown, click the button below for the signup form to get added to the priority list!

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In The News!

SIDEWALK SATURDAYS

From 11am-4pm every Second Saturday from May through August, Allen Street transforms into a bustling hub of creativity and commerce with SIDEWALK SATURDAYS. Sponsored by the “SHOP ALLEN STREET” Block Club, this vibrant event brings together the best of local culture, featuring an eclectic mix of vintage shops, artists, galleries, and small businesses. Stroll down Allen Street and immerse yourself in the unique offerings of our community!

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Other Upcoming Events on Allen Street!

PRIDE WEEKEND

Celebrating the welcoming and inclusive spirit down the full length of Allen Street, small business programming will work in tandem with and spread beyond the already established & acclaimed “Intersect: A Queer Arts Festival” that takes place that day centered at the amazing “26” on Allen Street between Main and Franklin — definitely also go check out the Intersect: A Queer Arts Festival Facebook Page for info on the coordinators & amazing sponsors of that event.

June 1st, 2024

Free to Attend

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First Friday "Gallery & Shop Hop"

Continuing the First Friday tradition with a special emphasis on Juneteenth, celebrating cultural heritage and diversity.

June 7th, 2024

Free to Attend

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Meet Our Board Members

Barrett Schwalenberg

President

Rebecca Kulik

Vice President

Maggie Lamparelli

Secretary

Cheryl Lamparelli

Treasurer

Jarael Adams

Ambassador

Jordan Wexler

Sergeant At Arms

Giovanni Centurione

Public Relations

Saibo Kebbeh

Board Member

Leon Rung

Board Member

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Are You An Allentown Business?

Join The Club!

Get plugged into the vibrant business community of Allentown, find an inclusive network of support, and coordinate with your neighbors with goals of mutual success!

Sign up now to receive information about how the "Shop Allen Street" Block Club can benefit you and your business and help us build a strong and thriving Allen Street community.

Are You An Artist?

Sign Up To Participate!

We're always looking for artists of all stripes to be a part of our events!

Sign up to be added to our database and we will be in touch as opportunities arise to exhibit your art, perform, or participate in various capacities during our monthly events. Each occasion is a unique chance to contribute to Allentown's flourishing art scene, gain exposure, and be part of something truly special. So please, join us in making these events a landmark of artistic expression and community solidarity.