Now that we are an Affiliated Community of the National Main Street America movement, we are honored to share their open statement regarding equality. After reading the statement below click here for resources and more information of how we can work together to make Main Street open to everyone!
An organization that represents its community has better outcomes and more proven impact. Nonprofits are stewards of our collective resources. A majority of support for nonprofits comes directly or indirectly from the public. Therefore, being representative and inclusive of the population identified by a nonprofit’s mission and goals is key to maintaining public trust, supporting organizational sustainability, and fostering effectiveness. A diverse, equitable, and inclusive nonprofit strives to serve its community by incorporating the diversity of those impacted by their work in solutions; it also tracks gaps, progress, and successes of inclusion efforts. Nonprofits are stronger when they include a variety of experiences, perspectives, and skills, and utilize practices that nurture creativity and equity.
Meet the Candidates for Ellsworth City Council!
Meet the Candidates 2020 is produced in partnership with Heart of Ellsworth and The Ellsworth American. This annual nonpartisan production aims to provide an educational platform for the voting residents of Ellsworth. All candidates running for a seat on the Ellsworth City Council are encouraged to participate. Events like this raise awareness of local issues and connect community members to participate in our local democracy. If you are interested in submitting questions for the candidates and/or tuning in to the live ZOOM broadcast please follow this link. You will be asked to register via Google forms.
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
6:30-7:30pm
The VIRTUAL conversation will include four candidates; Incumbent Dale Hamilton, Gene Lyons, Bronson Platner and Edmund James Michael Springer.
Note: We have a limited number of ZOOM spots, so early-sign up is encouraged. You may also tune in via Facebook LIVE or the City of Ellsworth Public Access Channel #1303. The broadcast will be recorded and a YouTube link will be posted at heartofellsworth.org for viewing at a later date.
We are thrilled to announce the third annual Downeast Cider & Cheese Festival in Ellsworth, Maine. This festival celebrates the Downeast region's deep connection to traditional foods. Funding from the Maine Office of Tourism will support amplified marketing efforts to promote direct sales from farmer to consumer while highlighting the production processes of both cider and cheese. Bangor Savings Bank's continued sponsorship will support the festival's deep connection to the community. Additionally, this annual state-wide festival will assist our partnership with Downeast Acadia Regional Tourism to promote the Downeast region through cultural heritage. We have great pride in our community’s connection to craft food and are proud to be partnering again with John Edwards Market, Rooster Brother, and Fogtown Brewing Company.
Won’t you join us this November 13-15 for a Cider & Cheese Market, Virtual Tasting, Cider Pressing, and more?
Heart of Ellsworth is increasing its connection to downtown businesses and residents by conducting this survey. The goal is to identify a cohesive message outlining community priorities that will be shared with Ellsworth's City Councilors. Our goal is for this data to inform the Council's work and assist in the decision-making process on issues that are important to YOU.
Thank you for your time and willingness to share your opinion.
In celebration of Maine Craft Weekend, watch Linda Perrin with her team of glass blowers, create blown glass pumpkins right before your very eyes. Maine CDC safety protocols will be in place and the public is required to wear a mask.
ZOOM @ NOON check-ins (NOW MONTHLY) connect community leaders with small business owners and together we identify opportunities and creative solutions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.
If you are interested in joining our mailing list that includes a ZOOM meeting invite please email cara@heartofellsworth.org
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.
Heart of Ellsworth would like to extend a warm welcome to the City of Ellsworth’s Interim City Manager! Glenn Moshier has been serving in this position since September 8th and will continue until a replacement is found. A warm, friendly welcome to Glenn as he works with council and city staff to guide our city in the months ahead.
Healthy Acadia's recently hired Sonya Connelly to serve as Ellsworth Business Outreach Coordinator this fall as part of the City of Ellsworth’s state-funded Keep ME Healthy Initiative. Thank you for taking on this important role, Sonya!
Ellsworth Community Music Institute (ECMI) has welcomed four new faculty this school year for online lessons; Jessica Mehre - piano, Kallie Ciechomski - violin/viola, Isabelle Pazar - flute and Gina Schuh-Turner - voice
Susan Meynell, Master Gardener, has generously donated her time this summer to caring for the flowers on the Union River Bridge in downtown Ellsworth. She is creative and passionate about our little city! Thank you so much, Susan, for all you do for Ellsworth.
If you would like to volunteer with Heart of Ellsworth, click here!
Check out the Ellsworth Public Library's new FB page to promote the National Endowment for the Arts Big Read Grant
The NEA Big Read is a series of community events focused around one book. This year, they are reading the memoir Lab Girl by Hope Jahren. Workshops, presentations, a keynote speech from Amy Stewart and more are planned!
Have you spotted the Pride Zoo Sculptures around town? They are on loan from Orono High School thanks to the hard work of the student-run Gender Sexuality Diversity Alliance at Ellsworth High School. The sculptures have been placed in high visibility areas around town. Can you spot them all? Look for a unicorn, giraffe, ostrich and zebra. They will be up for the next 5-6 weeks around the City.
New COVID-19 Resource
Thanks Tom Beal at MacRevival for sharing your tools for safety compliance!
The Down East Sunrise Trail starts in Ellsworth and extends to Calais, Maine. This multi-use corridor connecting eastern Maine and the East Coast Greenway is a natural landscape of green forests and vast marshes, habitat for iconic moose, beavers, eagles, wild turkeys and white tail deer. ENJOY!
Thanks to a generous grant from the Maine Community Foundation, we are partnering with the Ellsworth Historical Society to bring you images of Ellsworth’s past. By highlighting historic downtown locations and events, we aim to foster a present-day pride and connection to our Main Street community. We invite you to visit the Ellsworth Historical Society on Facebook and encourage your support of the Museum in the Streets project and archival work of the society.
This image is of Ellsworth's iconic City Hall being built in 1934. Scaffolding has come a long way, baby!
SAVE THE DATES!
November 3: Election Day November 13-15: Downeast Cider & Cheese November 28: Small Business Saturday
Why donate to the Heart of Ellsworth?
Heart of Ellsworth remains focused and committed to economic growth through projects in the urban core.
Our vision seeks to fill storefronts on Main Street, secure a location for the Winter Farmers Market, develop the Union River waterfront with green space along the river, and identify and assist in the creation of more downtown housing options. Collectively, these enhance opportunities for both visitors and community members to enjoy all that Ellsworth has to offer.
Your contribution ensures that we can remain committed to these goals. We appreciate your support!
Heart of Ellsworth is a 501c3 nonprofit organization.
Your gift is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
