NASHUA – April 17 will mark the inaugural event in a series called Third Thursdays, where Nashua’s locally-owned downtown businesses and restaurants will offer discounts, giveaways and specials specifically selected for the evening.

From 3-8 p.m., participating shops and dining establishments will invite the public to join them for delicious specials, great deals on purchases and free offerings. The organizers intend to increase participation and dynamics as the months progress into summer, including sidewalk sales and live music.

The current list of Third Thursday participants include Rambling House Food & Gathering, TaleSpinner Brewery, Coffee & Kindness, Retro Rollo’s Collectibles, PRG Rugs, Fresh of Nashua, Myoptic On Main, Tangled Roots Herbal, PunThai Kitchen, Scontsas Fine Jewelry & Home Décor, Fortin Gage Floral Design House & Boutique, Surf Seafood Nashua and Mike’s Italian Kitchen.

To see the deals offered ahead of time, like, follow and visit the Third Thursday: Kick-off Event page on Facebook.

Parking is available in the Elm Street garage and the High/Factory Street garage as well as on the street.