Snap and Share: Spotted in Carleton Place - New Setups Invite Photos for Social Media Posts

Snap and Share: Spotted in Carleton Place - New Setups Invite Photos for Social Media Posts

📍 Itching for an excuse to hit up Carleton Place? The Downtown Carleton Place Business Improvement Area (BIA) has you covered!

They're rolling out a series of insta-worthy photo installations throughout town with some help from the local government. By early June, there will be five of these bad boys scattered around town, with three already set up. Two larger installations are on their way near the Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail and Market Square Pavilion.

"These installations are part of our spring and summer seasonal placemaking initiatives," said Paisley Woods, coordinator for the Downtown Carleton Place BIA. "The goal is to breathe life into our spaces and create opportunities for engagement and moments worth capturing."

Fancy yourself a shutterbug? Get ready to snap a few shots with these unique installations and share them on social media using #myPlace and tagging @downtowncarletonplace.

Did you know that:

• The first three installations went up over Mother's Day weekend (May 9-11)
• The signs include:
• "♥️ LOCAL" - Located at the intersection of Lake Avenue and Bridge Street, near Cheerful Giver Non-Profit Thrift. A call to action to support local businesses.
• "♥️ CP" - Situated at Town Hall Square, 15 Mill St. This lively landmark encourages folks to capture memories and express their love for the town.
• "1819" - Nestled at 170 Bridge St., next to the Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Centre. A nod to the town's rich history, as it was founded in 1819, with roots tracing back to Tipperary, Ireland.

These installations not only showcase the town's community spirit but also pay homage to its history during May's Roots & Revival Placemaking event. Keep an eye out for the Hardy Boys-themed Scavenger Hunt and pop-up exhibits focusing on the town's heritage, also in line with Museum Month.

The installations are a long-term rental from Canadian company Pop Marquee, Woods told Inside Ottawa Valley. With the founder hailing from the Ottawa area, visitors and residents can enjoy these attractions all summer long.

Feedback so far has been overwhelmingly positive, Woods said. "Many people are excited to check them out and take photos there." Keep an eye on the hashtags to see how people capture their memorable moments downtown Carleton Place.

1. Participate in the unique photo installations scattered across Downtown Carleton Place, which are part of the spring and summer seasonal placemaking initiatives.
2. If you're planning a visit to Carleton Place, don't miss the opportunity to capture the insta-worthy installations, such as the "♥️ LOCAL" sign near Cheerful Giver Non-Profit Thrift.
3. If you're a history enthusiast, take a moment to appreciate the "1819" installation, a tribute to Carleton Place's founding year, located next to the Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Centre.
4. In addition to the Instagrammable installations, keep an eye out for the Hardy Boys-themed Scavenger Hunt and pop-up exhibits focusing on Carleton Place's heritage during Museum Month.
5. Share your captured moments from downtown Carleton Place on social media using #myPlace and tagging @downtowncarletonplace, as feedback for these installations has been positive, with many people expressing excitement to check them out.

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