IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich. (WZMQ) – Reflecting on the rich tapestry of experiences woven through the heart of Iron Mountain’s downtown, Kenzie Williamsen, the Event Coordinator for the Iron Mountain Downtown Development Authority, has unveiled a captivating initiative aimed at reigniting community spirit during the winter months.
Dubbed ‘Lucky in Love,’ the promotion encourages residents to recount cherished moments, tales of luck, and fond memories experienced within the downtown area. From Valentine’s Day through Saint Patrick’s Day, individuals are invited to submit their stories, encapsulating the essence of Iron Mountain’s downtown charm.
“So I named it Lucky in love because it starts on Valentine’s Day and ends with Saint Paddy’s day. I thought it was a little bit of a play and I know they’re probably are going to be a lot of love stories because it is February still, but I am hoping that some people will come forward and just say a time that they felt lucky in the downtown,” remarked Kenzie Williamsen.
Entries, which can be submitted via email, written letters, or online forms, have no age limit, emphasizing inclusivity and the diverse range of experiences within the community.
Willamsen shared her own personal example, about finding her sense of community inside a local coffee shop in the downtown. “So my example, of course, the first time I ever went to Moose Jackson when I first moved up here and seeing their entire menu of options and trying their ‘life’s a Peach’ wrap. Moose Jackson just really feels like home. So when I first moved here and sat there, I was like, I’m happy to be able to call this my home,” shared Williamsen.
“We just want to hear stories…there are some stories that are just so heartfelt you don’t hear them often, so I’m hoping that with this promotion we’ll be sharing some of them online, we’ll share some of them on Facebook, we’ll share some of them on paper, and we’re just going to hear a little bit of the excitement that downtown Iron Mountain has brought to the community,” Williamsen shared.
With submissions closing on March 17th, the anticipation builds for the unveiling of the lucky recipient of a locally curated gift basket, symbolizing the collective appreciation for the downtown’s enduring charm.
“I’m just excited to hear what other people [share]. I mean, how many community members do we have? I think the county has 26,000. I believe Iron Mountain has about 8000. Can you imagine having 8000 stories to hear that happened downtown? Of course that would be a lot of reading,” Williamsen reflected. Every corner, every storefront holds a piece of Iron Mountain’s history, and through ‘Lucky in Love,’ we have the opportunity to weave together the threads of our community narrative.”
As Iron Mountain prepares to embrace a tapestry of tales, ‘Lucky in Love’ promises to illuminate the hidden gems and cherished moments nestled within the heart of the downtown district.
Residents can write in to City Hall, care of Kenzie Willamsen, or e-mail stories to:
events@downtownironmountain.com
Submissions can be sent in through the online form, by visiting:
