August 2024

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Written By Andrea Saunders

AUGUST News from Heart of Ellsworth

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Help Us Prepare for Ellsworth's Maine Downtown Center Site Visit

On Aug. 15, Maine Downtown Center will be visiting Downtown Ellsworth as part of our Main Street America designation application process. We submitted our application in June. If selected, Ellsworth will become the 11th Main Street community in Maine and the only Main Street community in Hancock, Washington, and Penobscot counties. This designation would put Ellsworth on the map as having an economically vibrant and sustainable downtown with a proven track record of community engagement.

The application review team will visit downtown and, in preparation for the site visit, we’re hosting a Volunteer Clean-up Day on Aug. 6th from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm. We invite you to join our Design Committee to help beautify downtown by weeding and cleaning up Main Street and other downtown locations. (Rain date is August 8th.)

Different tasks will be available, such as weeding, picking up trash, watering, and more! Please be prepared to work in the sun, and bring water, sun protection, gardening gloves, and weeding tools.

Maine Outdoor Film Festival Coming to Downtown

Franklin Street Parklet
Aug. 21

The Maine Outdoor Film Festival (MOFF) is coming to Downtown Ellsworth! Join Heart of Ellsworth and MOFF for an evening of outdoor adventure films on Wednesday, August 21st, at the Franklin Street Parklet in Downtown Ellsworth. Films begin at 7:45 pm, and the film program lasts about two hours. Selections are from Maine and around the world!

This is a free event, with a suggested donation of $5 - $10. Bring your own chair!

Click here for more info & to preview the films

Maine Craft Weekend:
Seeking Creative Event & Workshop Hosts

Ellsworth is one of the featured cities during the annual Maine Craft Weekend on October 5 - 6, 2024.

Heart of Ellsworth is seeking the participation of artists, nonprofits, businesses, and community members to join the event and become a stop on the tour.

Your involvement will play a significant role in showcasing the vibrant Maine craft community, allowing visitors to explore various craft venues and take home unique pieces. Events can include open studios, workshops, tours, demonstrations, craft beer breweries, pop-up shops, live music, and more.

Ellsworth’s Maine Craft Weekend 2024 submission deadline has been extended to August 7, 2024. The earlier you submit, the more promotion your event (and Ellsworth) gets.

Submit your event by Aug. 7

10th Annual Bangor Federal Ending Hunger Golf Tournament

Thursday, September 5th
Rocky Knoll Golf Course
94 River Rd., Orrington, ME

This year marks the milestone 10th edition of Bangor Federal’s Annual Ending Hunger Golf Tournament! Join them for a wonderful day out on the course as they raise funds to help support the Campaign for Ending Hunger.

Since 1990, Maine's credit unions have raised and distributed more than $13.5 million for ending hunger in Maine. In 2023 alone, Maine credit unions contributed $1,221,868.94 to combat hunger, $33,039.00 of which was from Bangor Federal, its employees, and amazing members.

To help Bangor Federal meet their fundraising goal, they're looking for generous sponsors and teams eager to drive them ever closer to helping end food insecurity in our communities. If you, your business, or your organization are interested in being a part of their charity tournament, please fill out, and return, the form(s) hosted on their website.

To ensure your sponsorship and/or team registration, please complete and return your entry form(s) by August 23rd. Bangor Federal thanks you, and looks forward to seeing you out on the green!

Learn more about the Bangor Federal Ending Hunger Golf Tournament

Community Events

Mindfulness and Self-Compassion - Healthy Acadia

Thurs., Aug. 1: 5-6 pm

"Mindfulness and Self-compassion" with special guests Sonya Connelly and Ursula Hanson. In our fast-paced world, feelings of rush, unpredictability, and unkindness can overwhelm us. During this hour-long session, participants will gain insights into the importance of these practices and learn tips and tools for daily use to support well-being.

Online via Zoom

FREE
FMI + Register: Website

Movies by Moonlight - The Grand & The City of Ellsworth

Thurs., Aug. 1, 8 & 22: 8:30 pm

Join The Grand, The City of Ellsworth and fellow community members for a free movie night outside at Knowlton Park.

Aug. 1: Wonka
Aug. 8: Trolls 3
Aug. 22: The Little Mermaid

Knowlton Park

FREE (with concessions for sale)
FMI: Website

Waterfront Concerts - The City of Ellsworth & The Grand

Fri., Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23: 6-7 pm

Head to Harbor Park for this free summer concert series to enjoy the outdoors and great music.

Aug. 2: Bullseye Band
Aug. 9: Worn Out Souls
Aug. 16: Gordon Thomas Ward
Aug. 23: Chicken Street Band

Harbor Park

FREE
FMI: Website

Cat VideoFest - The Grand

Fri., Aug. 2: 7-8 p.m.

The world's #1 cat video festival is back, screening in theaters across the USA and around the world!

Each year, local theaters partner with nearby cat-focused charities, animal welfare associations and shelters alike. A portion of ticket proceeds from this show will benefit The SPCA of Hancock County.

165 Main St.

$12 General Admission
FMI: Website

Church Fair - First Congregational Church of Ellsworth

Sat., Aug. 3: 8:30 am-1 pm

Visit the Church Fair at the First Congregational Church of Ellsworth for crafts, books, puzzles, jewelry, attic treasures, antiques and baked goods.

2 Church St.

FMI: Website

Grand Opening - Community Closet 207

Sun., Aug. 4: 11 am-4 pm

Community Closet 207 is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that accepts donations of maternity and baby needs, hygiene products, clothing, shoes, blankets, towels, and other necessary items and makes them available in their retail shop at low to no cost. They are also a stop-gap organization for emergency situations like house fires, domestic violence, homelessness, and other unforeseen circumstances.

Come by to check out their grand opening and support this great organization. The Darlings Ice Cream Truck will be there 12-2 p.m.

330 Water St.

FMI: Facebook

Fall Registration Opens - Ellsworth Community Music Institute

Mon., Aug. 12

Registration for the fall semester opens on August 12, 2024, for the 2024-2025 school year. Returning students will receive registration forms. New students should register on the ECMI website.

125 State St.

FMI + Register: Website

Library Space Planning Meeting - Ellsworth Public Library

Tue., Aug. 13: 6:30 pm

The library is hosting a public space planning meeting regarding the upcoming renovation project that will focus on the inside of the library building. Director Sarah Lesko will present the results of the public survey that ran throughout July 2024 and will talk about the current status of the project. The public will learn more about the architect Carla Haskell, who is also working on the rehabilitation of the old Hancock County Jail.

This session is part of Community Conversations, a series hosted by Heart of Ellsworth and The Ellsworth Public Library.

20 State St.

FREE
FMI + Register: Website

Ellsworth City Council Meeting

Mon., Aug. 19: 6 pm

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

Afternoon Tea and Croquet - Woodlawn

Thurs., Aug. 22: 3 pm

Spend your afternoon as the Black family once did, enjoying a delicious and refreshing Afternoon Tea on the lawn while playing a round of croquet. If you don't know the rules to the game, they'll teach you! Flat shoes mandatory, themed attire optional.

19 Black House Drive

$30/person
FMI + Tickets: Website

Community News

Now Hiring: Census Field Representatives

The U.S. Census Bureau is looking for field representatives to help collect data for its surveys. If you’re looking for flexible hours and want to give a voice to your community, consider a career with the nation’s premier statistical organization. Data collected by field representatives inform programs, governments, and business leaders about our local community.

Visit the Census Bureau website to learn how you can make an impact as a field representative.

Autumn Gold Dates Announced!

Save the date for the 2024 Autumn Gold festivities! Taking place Sept. 26-29, this year's theme is "It's a Pirate's Life for Me."

A beloved annual tradition, Autumn Gold brings fall fun to the City of Ellsworth. Get ready for a weekend full of vibrant events and colorful celebrations for the whole family.

Watch the Ellsworth Area Chamber of Commerce website for more details as the date approaches.