Ellensburg Downtown Association

Year-End Recap & News

A Message from the Director

Greetings!

As 2022 comes to a close, we love to take this time to reflect and reset. This has been a year of growth and change for all of us and we look forward to jumping into the new year...

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Volunteers are the Heart of Downtown

Holiday Night Market

In partnership with the Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce, the holiday night market series was well attended, brought holiday cheer, and provided another way for Ellensburg residents to shop small.

A BIG thank you to our Economic Vitality committee for volunteering their time this holiday season to make this event possible.

Volunteer Highlight

The EDA staff and Board of Directors want to extend our deepest appreciation to Brooke Robertson. While serving on the board, Brooke's creativity, enthusiasm, resourcefulness, and career expertise provided meaningful insight for all those who served alongside her.

Thankfully this is not goodbye. Brooke will continue to serve on the EV committee, assist in overseeing the Business Fund Program, and support the Night Market series.

Thank you, Brooke, for your time and service!

Follow the links to learn more about becoming volunteer or joining a committee

Welcome new Downtown businesses!

The Toy Stable

Toy Stable, Inc. is the one-stop shop for New and Vintage Toys, Collectibles, Video Games, and More!

Find them at:

505 N Pearl St

Chariot Tattoo

Specializing in Black & Gray Realism tattooing, Color Realism tattooing, and professional microblading.

Find them at:

300 N Pearl St

Suite 203

Union Tattoo

Glen Helm and Cody Lamaar bring "bright and bold, fine and fancy" tattoos to Ellensburg with their new studio Union Tattoo.

Find them at:

312 N Pine St

Fortuity Cellars Tasting Room & NuWave Gallery

A place for life's essentials: art, wine, and connection.

In a collaboration with Fortuity Cellars (Yakima-Valley based winery), NuWave is a contemporary art gallery featuring the work of Erin Oostra and rotating artists.

Find them at:

115 W 3rd Ave

A Holiday Season to Remember

Events brought to you by the Ellensburg Downtown Association

Moments to Remember took place on November 25th at Rotary Pavilion in Downtown Ellensburg. This free event included a petting zoo and hot cocoa provided by The Menastash Grange, candlelit carols from Voices of the Valley and Make Music Ellensburg, Streets of Bethlehem Live Nativity, and holiday dance performances in the Scott Rollins State Farm windows from The Studio and Central Washington Dance Academy.

"Moments to Remember was a Hallmark movie moment in our downtown"

The Rotary Pavilion trees were generously donated by Badger Pocket Tree Farm and beautifully decorated by the Ellensburg Christian School!

Special thanks to our sponsors:

Century 21- Center Point, Patricia Place Apartments, Scott Rollins- State Farm Insurance

The Teddy Bear Tea made a sold-out return on December 3rd at Kelleher Motors.

Kiddos and their families filled the showroom for an afternoon of activities including high tea provided by The Ellensburg Pasta Company, Mrs. Claus leading the group in stories and jingles, and two lovely performances from Happy 2 Move and The Ellensburg Dance Academy.

Special thanks to our sponsors:

Kelleher Motors, Ellensburg Pasta Co., and the Ellensburg Public Library

Holiday Girl's Night Out took place on December 8th, and was a fun-filled success with record breaking attendance.

Three lucky winners walked away with incredible prizes, including two baskets stockpiled with donations from all participating businesses, and a one-night stay at Hotel Windrow.

Special thanks to our sponsors:

Claim Clothing, Nest Design Studio, Gard Vintners, Mountain High Sports, Cornerstone Pie,

D & M Coffee, Century 21 – Center Point

The 2nd Annual Shop Local contest lasted from Saturday, November 26th to December 14th. There were 332 receipt submissions totaling 28,408 dollars going back into our downtown community. Thank you to all who participated and shopped locally!

Three random entries were chosen for cash prizes of $250, $500, and $1000. Congratulations to the winners!

Special thanks to our sponsors:

Knudson Lumber, Century 21 - Center Point, Umpqua Bank, and Club 301

B & O Tax Contribution Update

Thank you to all of the businesses who have chosen to keep their B&O tax dollars local by pledging to the Ellensburg Downtown Association. In return these businesses will be receiving a 75% tax credit for 2023.

We have until 12/30/22 to get the remaining $25,000 in! Want to keep your money local and get a tax credit? For more information on this program please follow the link here or contact Director@ellensburgdowntown.org