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SUMMARY:Hooked on Downtown: Search for the Smallmouth
DESCRIPTION:Get Hooked on Downtown Owosso this July with a month-long scavenger hunt! \nEach week\, five smallmouth bass that swam their way out of the Shiawassee River and into downtown window displays will be hidden in the storefronts of participating businesses. Visitors are invited to explore downtown\, search for the smallmouth\, and discover local shops\, restaurants\, and service providers along the way. \nParticipants who find all five fish + complete a questionnaire via QR code on the event flyer will be entered into weekly prize drawings featuring tote bags filled with products and gift cards from downtown businesses. \nEach week also features a “Best Dressed Bass” award\, where the community votes for the business that most creatively incorporated or decorated the fish within their window display. \nWith new hiding spots each week\, there’s always a fresh opportunity to play\, explore\, and win. \nThis program is part of a pilot initiative supporting Owosso Main Street’s long-term goal of creating a future storefront competition and activating downtown through arts\, culture\, and community engagement. \nSo grab your friends\, bring your curiosity\, and get ready to explore… because once you start\, you might just get hooked on Downtown Owosso! \n\nWeek 1 (July 3-9) Clues: \n\n🌊 All five fish are hiding along downtown’s Main Channel (Street).\n🪟 Three fish are hiding in windows on the same block\, on the same side of the street.\n⬆️  Keep your eyes up—we’ve got a flying fish this week! He landed in a second-story window.\n🔨 One fish has become quite the handyman this week.\n🎭🍫👕 You’ll discover entertainment\, sweet treats\, and plenty more along the way.\n\nWeek 2 (July 10-16) Clues:  \n\n\n💇 One fish is making waves where you can get a fancy snip and style.\n🕰 Two fish are swimming among treasures from the past.\n🍩 One fish found a sweet spot to hang out for morning treats.\n👟 One is in a business that has been putting its best foot forward for generations.\n🌊 Follow the current along North Washington Street to find them all!\n\nWeek 3 (July 17-23) Clues:  \n\n🪟 Four fish have migrated just a little farther downstream on Washington Street this week\, but all five are hanging out in storefront windows north of downtown’s Main Channel (Street).\n🎩 One fish is dressed to the gills and ready to tie the net.\n🎂 While another followed the current to something sweet on Exchange Street.\n🦉 Even fish appreciate home decor\, and one fish found a business that’s a real hoot.\n👗 One fish is making a splash with its fin-tastic new wardrobe!\n🍔 One fish heard the food was off the hook at this business.\n\nExtra Hint: Can you unscramble this clue to one of this week’s locations? RDLZIZE KASCE \nWeek 4 (July 24-30) Clues: \n\n🥩 One fish is trying very hard not to become the market special.\n🧼 Another followed the wonderful handmade scents to find this new Ball Street retailer‘s storefront window.\n🥪 One fish stopped for lunch and stayed for the cheesecake.\n💻 While another is getting a tech tune-up on the Main Channel (Street).\n🏡 One fish works from home\, and found a business to help them buy a new waterfront property.\n🪟 You’ll need to explore a few different blocks (west of Washington) to find them all.\n\nExtra Hint: Can you unscramble this clue to one of this week’s locations? LELMS ODSGO \n\nParticipating Businesses:  10 Computer Repair & More  •  Boojie Salon  •  Drizzle Cakes and Bakes  •  Gilberts Hardware and Appliance  •  Great Lakes Apparel Co.  •  Itsa Deli Thing  •  Marketplace on Washington  •  Lebowsky Center for Performing Arts  •  Norm Henry Shoes  •  Oak & Ivory Clothing Co.  •  Itsa Bakery Thing  •  Nellie’s Smell Goods Handmade Hub  •  Rustic Owl Furnishings   •  Taphouse Specialty Meat Market  •  Vintage Vibes & More  •  AZEE Branding Agency  •  Murtle’s Handmade Chocolates  •  J’s Tux & Bridal Boutique  •  Niche Bar  •  The Home Office Realty \n\n\nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: \nDo I have to go inside the businesses? \nNope! All five smallmouth bass are displayed in storefront windows and can be found from the sidewalk. Some businesses tucked their fish among merchandise\, while others got creative by incorporating them into their window displays. \nCan I search after businesses close? \nAbsolutely! The fish and the Hooked on Downtown flyer with the QR code are visible 24/7\, so you can play whenever it’s convenient for you. \nDo I have to take the fish or snap a photo? \nNope! Simply find all five fish\, then scan the QR code on the flyer displayed next to one of them. The entry form will ask you: \n\n\n\n\n\nWhich five businesses you found the fish at\nWhich fish deserves your vote for Best Dressed Bass\n\n\n\n\n\nTip: Keep track of the business names and fish colors as you search—you’ll need both to complete your entry!
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