June 2023

JUNE News from Heart of Ellsworth
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Coffee & Donuts in the Parklet

We want to hear from you! Heart of Ellsworth's Promotions Committee is hosting a monthly coffee hour in the Franklin Street Parklet to hear your ideas. There will be no agenda, just a casual exchange of ideas and visions among like-minded lovers of Ellsworth.

Join us every 3rd Wednesday of the month, starting on June 14 from 8:30-9:30 a.m. for coffee, conversation and to share your thoughts on all things downtown. We'll bring coffee and treats, you bring your reusable mug!
Visit the Facebook Event page for more information
Ellsworth PrideFest 2023
 
PrideFest 2023 is a free, family-friendly festival that will take place on Sunday, June 11, from 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at Knowlton Park.

Events will include live music, food trucks and booths, yoga, a silent auction, story time, and a headlining drag show with performances by Curbside Queens!
Check out our Pride page for more info
Farm Drop is Coming to Ellsworth!
 
Heart of Ellsworth is teaming up with Ellsworth Public Library and Fogtown Brewing Co. to bring you another fresh, local food option in our downtown district. FarmDrop is coming to Ellsworth and you can sign up for the email list for updates on the launch.

Pick-up locations will be Ellsworth Public Library and Fogtown Brewing Co
Join the Ellsworth FarmDrop Mailing List
Thank you, Drew!
 
This month is bittersweet for us - our Student Board Member, Drew Pierson, is graduating from Ellsworth High School so June will be his last month serving on our Board. Drew is an accomplished student and athlete (he was recently named Athlete of the Week by The Ellsworth American for his achievements in track & field) and has been a truly valuable member of the Heart of Ellsworth Board.

A huge thank you, Drew, for all that you've done over the past year for the organization and we all wish you the very best in the future.
Learn more about the Heart of Ellsworth Board here
67th Annual Awards Night - Ellsworth Area Chamber of Commerce

Thursday, June 1: 5 p.m.

This year's award winners include 2023 Top Drawer Award Winner, Rooster Brother, and 2023 Citizen of the Year, Jack Frost.

Networking, nibbles and a cash bar start at 5 p.m. in the Franklin Street Parklet, with the Awards beginning at 6:30 p.m. at The Grand. 

Franklin Street Parklet & The Grand
165 Main Street
Ellsworth

$50 per person
FMI + Register: Website
Practical, Everyday Tools for Stress Reduction, featuring Tom Speare - Healthy Acadia

Thursday, June 1: 5-6 p.m.

In this hour-long workshop, participants will be introduced to multiple stress reduction practices that can become the foundation of a more balanced, healthy, and productive you. 

 
Online via Zoom

FREE
FMI + Register: Website
National Trails & Croquet Day - Woodlawn Museum

Saturday, June 3: 9:30 a.m.

Join Woodlawn to celebrate and enjoy their trails and croquet court. There will be refreshments, equipment for anyone wanting to play croquet, Nature Bingo and prizes. 

19 Black House Dr.
Ellsworth


FREE
FMI:
Website
"What's it Worth Ellsworth?" - Ellsworth Historical Society 

Monday, June 5: 5 p.m.

Bring one small or medium-sized "antique" item to this public appraisal taking place in the Moore Community Center theater room. Tim Torrey, owner of Old Creamery Antiques Mall, will be the appraiser. 

125 State Street
Ellsworth

FREE
FMI: Facebook
June Events - Fogtown Brewing Co.

Various dates in June

The Fogtown beer garden is a great place to relax and enjoy June in Maine. This month Fogtown is hosting a variety of events, including:

 
  • June 9 - Bar Harbor Pride celebration (including the release of their Bar Harbor Pride IPA)
  • June 22 - Hymn for Her (co-hosted with Artsworth)
  • June 25 - Pride Family Gathering (a monthly event to build your local LGBTQ+ family)
  • June 30 - Green Heron
While you're there, don't miss out on their awesome libations - like a new batch of Thai Hot, Platformer cranberry lager, High Hopes hard cider and a brand-new beer release Foglight Black! And, as always, wood-fired pizza.
 
25 Pine Street
Ellsworth

FMI: Website
Seconds + Supplies Sale - Artsworth & Maine Crafts Association 

Saturday, June 17: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Here's your chance to grab studio supplies, materials and equipment, as well as seconds (final products not quite right for full-price retail or wholesale shows and stores) directly from Maine artists. Stop by Artsworth to peruse the offerings and support local artists.

25 Pine Street
Ellsworth

FMI: Website
Downeast Juneteenth Commemoration 

Monday, June 19: 2-6 p.m.

All are welcome! Featuring Pihcintu Multinational Girls' Chorus, Stream Reggae, Chief Oscar Mokeme of the Museum of African Culture, incredible Black speakers, free delicious food, hands-on activities for all ages, and more!

Knowlton Park
State Street
Ellsworth

FREE
FMI Sign-up: Website
Ellsworth City Council Meeting 

Monday, June 19: 6 p.m.


You can tune in and participate in Ellsworth City Council meetings through various online methods. Please visit the City Council webpage for meeting notices and participation instructions.

1 City Hall Plaza + Online
Ellsworth


FREE
FMI: Website
Summer Reading Kick-off Party - Ellsworth Public Library

Saturday, June 24: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Join the library to celebrate the start of summer with balloon animals, crafts, ice cream, and to register for their summer reading program!
 
20 State Street
Ellsworth

FREE
FMI: Website
June Election - City of Ellsworth

Thursday, June 29: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Ellsworth residents will vote on Municipal School Budget Validation and a Special Referendum. Absentee ballots are available for residents until June 26.
 
Polling locations vary by ward. Check the elections page for more information.

FMI: Website
DOWNTOWN NEWS
Heart of Ellsworth Business Benefits Page



Check out one of the newest pages on our website - our Free Benefits page. We’re here to support, communicate, meet one-on-one, and partner with local business owners and entrepreneurs to strategize and help you take action to accomplish your goals.

Looking to learn more about what we offer you? Check out our page:
https://www.heartofellsworth.org/business-benefits

 
Heart of Ellsworth Committee Meetings



We're still encouraging community members to be part of our Promotions and/or Design Committees. We invite you to join one of our upcoming meetings to learn more and participate in our Community Transformation initiative. 
  • Promotions Committee - June 7, 5:30 p.m.
  • Design Committee - June 8, 9 a.m.
More information on the Economic Vitality and Organization Committees will be shared soon. 
DOWNTOWN NEWS
Union River Center for Innovation Programs & Offerings



Union River Center for Innovation offers a Business Incubator Program as well as office rentals and co-working space. Learn more about all they have to offer on their website: https://unionriverinnovation.com/
 
 
So many of you have told us how much downtown Ellsworth means to you, how a vibrant downtown has enriched your life or increased your sense of pride and connection to place.

Perhaps you participated in one of our events, stopped to take in the Water Street Mural or downtown wayfinding map, enjoyed the free outdoor summer concert in the parklet, received one of our downtown grants, enjoyed a cider + cheese bag, took part in our tasting event, or pressed apples as part of the Downeast Cider + Cheese Festival. Maybe you or your child took part in our asset mapping event, Manifesting Main or hiked the refurbished trail behind the library or tuned in for Meet the Candidates forum or just simply enjoyed the flowers and holiday lights on Main Street. However you interfaced with Heart of Ellsworth this past year we hope you will take a moment to support us this year.

With your help, we can increase the number of people who have access to a vibrant and thriving downtown community!

 
Thank you for your support of Heart of Ellsworth!

Heart of Ellsworth is a 501c3 nonprofit organization.
Your gift is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. 
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SAVE THE DATES!
 
June 11         PRIDE Fest
Oct. 7+8       Art of Ellsworth:Maine Craft Weekend 

Oct. 17          Meet the Candidates
Nov. 10-12   Downeast Cider + Cheese Festival
Nov. 25         Small Business Saturday
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