Author: Molly Jones

Downtown Superstar – September

Posted on September 8, 2020 by - Downtown Life

Downtown Superstars – September

Abby and Sarah from The Mule Cocktail Bar.

We are happy to announce our Downtown Superstars for the month of September, Abby and Sarah. You may know them from The Mule Cocktail Bar, but we know them from so much more! Sarah has been an absolute rock star volunteer on the Hometown Holidays Committee, Equity Committee, and recently, the HalloWeek Committee. Sarah will see something she wishes to have happen and plays an active role in bringing it to life. She is a true example of what it means to be a small business owner in a community like ours.  Read more...

Downtown Superstar – August

Posted on August 4, 2020 by - Downtown Superstar, Get Involved, Volunteer Spotlights

Downtown Superstar – August

Downtown Superstar is BACK, baby!

We took a short break but we are thrilled to be recognizing a new Downtown Superstar each month. A Downtown Superstar is someone who goes above and beyond to help in the forward progress of downtown, making it feel welcoming to all and bringing a positive light to our community. A Downtown Superstar can be a business owner/staff, volunteer, or group. You can send nominations to [email protected]  Read more...

It’s Time to Get Creative!

Posted on May 15, 2020 by - Downtown Life

Ellensburg Downtown Association Encourages Businesses to Plant in Planters in 2020.

This week would have contained Downtown Planter Day, a day we all know and love. On this day, the Ellensburg Downtown Association and volunteers fill 65 downtown planters with beautiful flowers.

2020 is looking a little different.  Read more...

Volunteers of the Month – December

Posted on December 9, 2019 by - Get Involved, Volunteer Spotlights

Volunteers of the Month – Distinguished Young Women of Ellensburg 

We have had the great pleasure of working with the Distinguished Young Women of Ellensburg at our annual Teddy Bear Tea event for many years. This group is truly top notch and gives you the upmost faith that “kids these days” are hardworking, thoughtful, professional, and generous. This year, we were able to work with Tess Preppernau, Madison Thompson, Sophie Hanson and Annie Kang, four wonderful young women who showed excitement and dedication in their volunteer work.  Read more...

Sunday Funday!

Posted on August 8, 2019 by - Downtown Life

Written by: 

Morgan Arbuckle, Admin Assistant 

When I decided to stay in Ellensburg after attending CWU, I was asked the typical question “what’s in Ellensburg?” Well, the sole reason I decided to stay was because of what’s in Ellensburg. This small town has plenty of options to shop and dine while supporting local businesses. You can be an Ellensburg resident, or just someone passing through, and something is bound to interest you!  Read more...

Volunteer of the Month – August

Posted on August 1, 2019 by - Downtown Life, Get Involved, Volunteer Spotlights

Volunteer of the Month – August 

Dawn Alford, Organization Committee 

Our August Volunteer of the Month is someone who shines bright and brings a positive energy to each committee meeting. You’ve more than likely seen Dawn volunteering at EDA events, strolling throughout CWU’s campus, or passing by on a local trail. While she is fairly new to the community, she has wasted no time finding her happy places.  Read more...