Ellsworth's Sesquicentennial 150th Celebration
In 2012, Ellsworth celebrates its 150-year history with plenty of food and fun! With the event kick-off slated for March 1, there are plenty of activities to remind residents and vistors of this historical milestone. In June, our celebration coincides with Ellsworth's Annual Cheese Curd Festival. View the Event Calendar for all events taking place in and around Ellsworth throughout the entire year!
Schedule of Events
See our current poster here!
TUESDAY, MARCH 1
Library Art Show Display Ellsworth Public Library
In conjunction with Youth Art Month, the public will get a sneak peak at the historical art created by local students. From elementary to high school, the Ellsworth School District's Art Department has created -- and will be selling -- artistic recreations of historical places and events throughout Ellsworth's 150-year history. Art will be on display the entire month of March.
SATURDAY, MARCH 3
Beans, Beards & Cards
Broz Bar, 455 East Wall, East Ellsworth
Reflecting back on our 100-year celebration, the Bearded Man becomes commonplace in Ellsworth! Clean-shaven men will be photographed at this event, marking the start of a three-month journey into the land of facial hair. A Chili Cook-Off and Euchre Tournament complete the festivities. Contact Broz Bar for details: 715-273-5025.
Euchre Tournament: begins 2 pm; $5/person; 1st Prize $150, 2nd Prize $50, 3rd Prize $25
Chili Cook-Off: begins 4 pm, judging at 5 pm; trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place
Beard-Growing Contest: photos at 4 pm; judging June 24; $150 Prize People's Choice
SUNDAY, MARCH 11
Pancake Breakfast
St. Francis Parish Hall, 244 West Woodworth, Ellsworth
Our local Knights of Columbus will provide a community pancake breakfast. Bring the family, socialize with friends and neighbors, and support the Ellsworth community in celebration of our 150th Anniversary. Serving pancakes, french toast, eggs, sausage, juice, milk & coffee; cost: $5/adults, $3/kids, $15/family.
SUNDAY, APRIL 22
Blue Bonnets Brunch
St. Francis Parish Hall, 244 West Woodworth, Ellsworth
The Knights of Columbus are at it again, this time in honor of the ladies! While the men are sporting their facial hair, the ladies are encouraged to wear bonnets (in the spirit of our Sesquicentennial), with the chance to win a prize! Watch for more details to come!
THURSDAY, APRIL 26
Ellsworth Rod & Gun Chicken Feed
Ellsworth Rod & Gun Club, W3930 Highway 72, Ellsworth
The Rod & Gun Club does what they do best -- a Chicken Feed in support of Ellsworth's Sesquicentennial. Watch for more details to come!
FRIDAY, MAY 4
Juicy Steaks & High Stakes
VFW, 154 South Plum Street, Ellsworth
Our local VFW will be frying up steaks, while bingo offers entertainment and prizes! If you've never attended one of our VFW steak frys, you're missing out! And bingo isn't just for old-timers anymore! Expect to see some cows on display with our Cow Parade -- mini statues painted by local artists, to be auctioned off this summer! Watch for more details to come!
SATURDAY, MAY 19
Blues, Brews & BBQ's
Summit Park, Ellsworth
Come on out to the park for an evening of entertainment, food and drinks! Watch for more details to come!
SUNDAY, JUNE 3
What's It Worth? Antique & Collectible Appraisal Event
Ellsworth High School, 323 Hillcrest, Ellsworth
Ellsworth's Public Library brings us Mark Moran and his Antique Appraisal Event! Come on out with those pieces you've been holding onto and find out their value! Is is trash? Or treasure? Two sessions: 10 am - 1 pm and 2 pm - 5 pm. You must register in advance for a time slot -- contact the Library at 715-273-3209. Food will be available for purchase at the event.
SATURDAY, JUNE 16
Stars & Stripes in the Park
Summit Park, Ellsworth
Movie stars and stiped uniforms, that is! Bring the family out to enjoy America's sport with our Alumni Baseball Game, featuring the Hubbers vs. the Bay City Bombers! After the game, enjoy a good, old-fashioned family outing with a movie in the park! Enjoy refreshments, 1950's style!
FRIDAY-SUNDAY, JUNE 22-23
Cheese Curd Festival
East End Park, Ellsworth
It's back and better than ever! Our 11th Annual Cheese Curd Festival comes to East End Park, with plenty of family entertainment, kids' activities, music, crafters, and, of course, curds! See more on the Cheese Curd Festival.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 4
Fireworks, Food & Fun
CrossRoad Community Church, W7562 Highway 10, Ellsworth
Show your patriotism with the Grande Finale of our 150th Celebration! Fairmount Minerals has generously sponsored the fireworks, bringing them back to Ellsworth for an Independence Day Celebration and Birthday Bash! Watch for more details to come!
TUESDAY, MARCH 1
Library Art Show Display Ellsworth Public Library
In conjunction with Youth Art Month, the public will get a sneak peak at the historical art created by local students. From elementary to high school, the Ellsworth School District's Art Department has created -- and will be selling -- artistic recreations of historical places and events throughout Ellsworth's 150-year history. Art will be on display the entire month of March.
SATURDAY, MARCH 3
Beans, Beards & Cards
Broz Bar, 455 East Wall, East Ellsworth
Reflecting back on our 100-year celebration, the Bearded Man becomes commonplace in Ellsworth! Clean-shaven men will be photographed at this event, marking the start of a three-month journey into the land of facial hair. A Chili Cook-Off and Euchre Tournament complete the festivities. Contact Broz Bar for details: 715-273-5025.
Euchre Tournament: begins 2 pm; $5/person; 1st Prize $150, 2nd Prize $50, 3rd Prize $25
Chili Cook-Off: begins 4 pm, judging at 5 pm; trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place
Beard-Growing Contest: photos at 4 pm; judging June 24; $150 Prize People's Choice
SUNDAY, MARCH 11
Pancake Breakfast
St. Francis Parish Hall, 244 West Woodworth, Ellsworth
Our local Knights of Columbus will provide a community pancake breakfast. Bring the family, socialize with friends and neighbors, and support the Ellsworth community in celebration of our 150th Anniversary. Serving pancakes, french toast, eggs, sausage, juice, milk & coffee; cost: $5/adults, $3/kids, $15/family.
SUNDAY, APRIL 22
Blue Bonnets Brunch
St. Francis Parish Hall, 244 West Woodworth, Ellsworth
The Knights of Columbus are at it again, this time in honor of the ladies! While the men are sporting their facial hair, the ladies are encouraged to wear bonnets (in the spirit of our Sesquicentennial), with the chance to win a prize! Watch for more details to come!
THURSDAY, APRIL 26
Ellsworth Rod & Gun Chicken Feed
Ellsworth Rod & Gun Club, W3930 Highway 72, Ellsworth
The Rod & Gun Club does what they do best -- a Chicken Feed in support of Ellsworth's Sesquicentennial. Watch for more details to come!
FRIDAY, MAY 4
Juicy Steaks & High Stakes
VFW, 154 South Plum Street, Ellsworth
Our local VFW will be frying up steaks, while bingo offers entertainment and prizes! If you've never attended one of our VFW steak frys, you're missing out! And bingo isn't just for old-timers anymore! Expect to see some cows on display with our Cow Parade -- mini statues painted by local artists, to be auctioned off this summer! Watch for more details to come!
SATURDAY, MAY 19
Blues, Brews & BBQ's
Summit Park, Ellsworth
Come on out to the park for an evening of entertainment, food and drinks! Watch for more details to come!
SUNDAY, JUNE 3
What's It Worth? Antique & Collectible Appraisal Event
Ellsworth High School, 323 Hillcrest, Ellsworth
Ellsworth's Public Library brings us Mark Moran and his Antique Appraisal Event! Come on out with those pieces you've been holding onto and find out their value! Is is trash? Or treasure? Two sessions: 10 am - 1 pm and 2 pm - 5 pm. You must register in advance for a time slot -- contact the Library at 715-273-3209. Food will be available for purchase at the event.
SATURDAY, JUNE 16
Stars & Stripes in the Park
Summit Park, Ellsworth
Movie stars and stiped uniforms, that is! Bring the family out to enjoy America's sport with our Alumni Baseball Game, featuring the Hubbers vs. the Bay City Bombers! After the game, enjoy a good, old-fashioned family outing with a movie in the park! Enjoy refreshments, 1950's style!
FRIDAY-SUNDAY, JUNE 22-23
Cheese Curd Festival
East End Park, Ellsworth
It's back and better than ever! Our 11th Annual Cheese Curd Festival comes to East End Park, with plenty of family entertainment, kids' activities, music, crafters, and, of course, curds! See more on the Cheese Curd Festival.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 4
Fireworks, Food & Fun
CrossRoad Community Church, W7562 Highway 10, Ellsworth
Show your patriotism with the Grande Finale of our 150th Celebration! Fairmount Minerals has generously sponsored the fireworks, bringing them back to Ellsworth for an Independence Day Celebration and Birthday Bash! Watch for more details to come!
