Heart of Ellsworth, invites the community to their 2025 Annual Meeting at 16 State Street on February 5th, 5:30 - 7:00 PM, sponsored by First National Bank. The annual meeting will also celebrate the organization’s 10th year in downtown Ellsworth.

The 2025 Annual Meeting will be a fun community-building event, featuring a scavenger hunt through the new Makerspace and Coworking Space at 16 State Street as well as a brief presentation by Heart of Ellsworth’s board of directors and staff. This event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments available.

As Heart of Ellsworth prepares for its 2025 Annual Meeting, executive director Cara Romano recently shared her enthusiasm for the year ahead. “As our organization reflects on a decade of growth and community impact, I am filled with gratitude for the dedication of our board, volunteers, and staff. Their passion and commitment have truly transformed our downtown into a vibrant hub of thriving businesses and lively activity. Looking ahead to 2025, I am excited for the initiatives we have planned and eager to build on the incredible momentum we’ve created together.”

Meet Heart of Ellsworth’s board of directors and founding members, Phyllis Young and Beth Fendl, who will be honored with emeritus status for over a decade of dedication and hard work for downtown Ellsworth. Attendees can also meet the organization’s growing team of staff including Zabet NeuCollins and Clarisa Diaz. 

The meeting will cover 2024 accomplishments, including Ellsworth’s recent Main Street America designation. Learn about plans for 2025 including the Makerspace and Coworking space, and other initiatives Heart of Ellsworth is working on. Board and staff encourage input from community members to help shape the future of downtown Ellsworth.