Don’t miss this one! 🎶 Peter, music director from the Ellsworth Community Music Institute, will be joining this event, playing piano during dinner while kids and families can join in with rhythmic sticks and more. There will also be a glitter tattoo bar, basketball in ….Read More
The City of Ellsworth Planning Department is inviting all to attend a free public workshop on the ongoing update to Chapter 56: Unified Ordinance. The workshop will be held at City Hall on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00pm in the Council Chambers. This workshop will provide an opportunity ….Read More
It’s been a meaningful week or so for Ellsworth—and it shows. From the creativity of our students to the generosity of our volunteers and the continued recognition of our historic downtown, these recent stories highlight what makes our community so special. Local students brought color ….Read More
April 18–25, 2026 is our Annual Citywide Roadside Clean-Up! Beginning this Saturday, April 18, the City of Ellsworth will host the Citywide Roadside Clean-Up. This week-long volunteer effort runs through Saturday, April 25, 2026. Participants may sign up for road segments and pick up free ….Read More
Scan the QR code below and take our quick survey about a potential dog park in Ellsworth. Also, in case you missed it – join us for a Public Workshop about the dog park, Thursday, April 30, 2026. CLICK HERE for all those details. ….Read More
Recently, Ellsworth was recognized by WorldAtlas as one of the welcoming towns to retire in New England And for those who live here, that likely comes as no surprise. Read on … https://medium.com/city-of-ellsworth-maine/a-place-to-call-home-why-ellsworth-maine-is-a-friendly-city-even-in-retirement-37c6cbb46d80 ….Read More
As the days grow longer and temperatures begin to rise, we know many in our community are looking forward to getting back out on the water. The City of Ellsworth is getting ready right alongside you. During the week of April 13, 2026, our crews ….Read More
What if something as simple as your kitchen scraps could help shape a more sustainable future for Ellsworth? CLICK HERE for the full story about Kate and Chickadee Compost! ….Read More
The City of Ellsworth Planning Department is inviting all to attend a free public workshop on the ongoing update to Chapter 56: Unified Ordinance. The workshop will be held at City Hall on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00pm in the Council Chambers. This workshop will provide an opportunity ….Read More