Jim Bohnhoff’s years of historic signage work in downtown Northfield continues unabated

Jim Bohnhoff’s contribution to downtown Northfield’s visual appeal through his historic signage has spanned decades. Among his recent projects: three signs for the Northfield Public Library. A month ago I took photos of him and Howie Holt installing the sign at the Division St. entrance: Last week, after a mini-photo shoot of him with Library Director TeresaContinue reading “Jim Bohnhoff’s years of historic signage work in downtown Northfield continues unabated”

Brick Oven Bakery’s Dean Christensen is happy with their move to Downtown Northfield

It’s been about 18 months since owner Dean Christensen moved the Brick Oven Bakery (BOB) from Professional Drive and expanded it at The Crossing in Downtown Northfield. I interviewed him last week about his rationale for the move and the results: 00:00-02:15: What about BOB (the acronym for Brick Oven Bakery)? 02:15-05:10: What was the rationaleContinue reading “Brick Oven Bakery’s Dean Christensen is happy with their move to Downtown Northfield”

Downtown streetscape plan – final document

This is a 90-page PDF of the Downtown Northfield Streetscape Framework Plan that was discussed at last week’s NDDC forum. See Ross’ blog post here on the NDDC blog as well a blog post on our Locally Grown that discussed the issue. You can view the document via the slideshow below, though it’s better toContinue reading “Downtown streetscape plan – final document”