The Village of Ellsworth was founded in 1881 by Erwin A. Dean and his nephew, August Davis. Lewis A. DeLine became its first postmaster on February 1, 1884. The new village and post office included the small settlements of Needmore and Ox Bow. Named by Mr. DeLine who had served under Colonel Ephraim Elmer Ellsworth the first Union officer killed in the Civil War. Incoporated as a village in 1938.
Information excerpts from Michigan Place Names by Walter Romig. LDH
Workforce development office offering HR and business services, Learning labs,Youth and Job Seeker Services, including training.
Hours of Operation: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Providing affordable housing for households who are elderly, disabled or families with children. The East Jordan Housing Commission (EJHC) operates off a waiting list – those interested in housing with the EJHC can obtain an application at our offices located at 451 Water Street, East Jordan, Michigan or by calling and requesting an application.
Make your up north vacation the best one ever. Spend the day exploring the countryside and small towns and villages along C-48 the Breezeway.
The C-48 Breezeway is a well known scenic route connecting Atwood, Ellsworth, East Jordan and Boyne Falls. Not only is it the fastest route from point A (Atwood) to point B (Boyne Falls) but this 25 mile scenic rural ride is sure to please everyone. This scenic route offers everything from spectacular views, award winning cuisine, nature preserves, orchards, attractions, artisans, and much more. C-48 The Breezeway signs clearly mark its route through beautiful forests and valley vistas, drumlin carved hillsides dotted with orchards and various lakes along its way. Visit the website at www.ridethebreezeway.com
Lighted Parade – Entry Forms
Soup Cook-Off
Lighting of the Community Tree
Santa Visit
Chamber Annual Meeting/Dinner/Auction
Saturday, January 25, 2020
Castle Farms
RSVP to the Chamber Office
You do not need to be a Chamber Member to attend
AREA FESTIVAL & EVENT DATES – 2019
E.J. Sno-Mobile Club Breakfast – Sunday’s, 7:00 AM – Noon, December – March
Holiday Community Night – Thursday, December 5, 2019 – Soup Cook-Off, Tree Lighting, Light Parade
Atwood Christmas – Saturday, December 7, 2019
Ellsworth Wood Shoe Holiday Festival – Wednesday, December 11
East Jordan Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting/Dinner/Auction – Saturday, January 25, 2020
39th Annual Sno-Blast Winter Festival – February 21 – 23, 2020
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