Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce

Ellwood Chamber Celebrating Small Business Saturday With Elf On The Shelf Scavenger Hunt

Join the small business movement and shop local this holiday season with the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce’s Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt on Small Business Saturday – Saturday, November 26th. Elves will be hiding in participating local businesses and YOU need to shop local and find them! HOW TO PARTICIPATE: Visit the Welcome Center for some goodies and to pick up your scavenger hunt card Find as many elves as you can to be entered to win a $500.00 cash prize courtesy of Tony’s Beer Distributor For your chance to win, submit your card at the Chamber…


Summer Concert Series

Summer concerts are back in Ellwood City! The full Summer Concert Series in the Community Plaza will begin June 1st with the concert series schedule is as follows: Wednesday, June 1 – Steel Mill Rising (5:30pm) Saturday, June 18 – The Wrangler Band (7:00pm) Saturday, June 25 – Hopewell Community Big Band (7:00pm) Wednesday, July 6 – Morgan Gruber (5:30pm) Saturday, July 16 – RMS Trio (7:00pm) Saturday, July 23 – Tony Barge and the Honky Tonk Heroes (7:00pm) Saturday, July 30 – Lawrence County Brass (7:00pm) Wednesday August 3 – The D-Tour Band (5:30pm) Saturday, August 13 – Allegheny…


Winter Wine and Brew Fest Tickets Still Available

Tickets are still available for The Annual Ellwood City Winter Wine and Brew Fest. The event will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. on March 26 at the Sons of Italy at 808 Lawrence Ave. The event is an annual favorite and proceeds benefit Ellwood City Revitalization. The cost is $25 per person in advance and $30 per person at the door. The event will be catered, and a cash bar will be available. Purchase tickets at the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce at 806 Lawrence Ave., DeCaria’s on 5th at 108 Fifth St. and Joey’s Event Rooms at…


PHOTOS: 2021 Ellwood City Light Up Night

Ellwood City held its annual Light Up Night in downtown Ellwood City on Friday with the official lighting of the Christmas tree and ensuing fireworks display. After a year hiatus, the event returned with various activities for families and vendors set up on Lawrence Avenue. A horse-drawn sleigh, a local singer, a DJ and a brass quintet playing Christmas carols all welcomed visitors for Ellwood City and the surrounding communities who descended on Lawrence Avenue for the evening. Wampum held its 49th Annual Christmas Parade on Saturday. photos: McClymonds Photography


REMINDER: Local Holiday Events This Weekend!

Several holiday related events are schedule to take place this weekend to kick-off December and the holiday season. First, and on Friday, December 3rd beginning at 5:30 p.m., Ellwood City will be holding its annual Light Up Night in downtown Ellwood City.  The official lighting of the Christmas tree will take place at 6:00 p.m. with fireworks afterward. There will also be various activities for families and vendors set up on Lawrence Avenue. A horse-drawn sleigh, a local singer, a DJ and a brass quintet playing Christmas carols will also welcome visitors. On Saturday, December 4th beginning at 1:00 p.m.,…


Lawrence County Economic Development Hosting ENGAGE Meeting For Local Businesses

Lawrence County Economic Development, along with the Lawrence County Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Borough of Ellwood City is hosting an ENGAGE! meeting for local Ellwood City Businesses. ENGAGE! is a business retention program funded by the Commonwealth that strives to proactively meet with business owners and managers regarding the opportunities and challenges they face. ENGAGE! features a robust team of experienced professionals who proactively listen to businesses and offer targeted technical assistance and solutions. “Some of the most effective business collaborations happen at th elocal level. ENGAGE! is a vital resource…


Chamber Hosting Virtual Ugly Sweater 5K Fun Run

If you’ve always dreamed of doing a 5K but felt intimidated, this is your time. The Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce is holding its first-ever Ugly Sweater 5K Fun Run virtually. Participants can run, walk, swim, treadmill, or bike from the location of their choice. It’s freedom and fun at your own pace. And to top off the fun, all participants will receive a long-sleeve tech shirt, finisher medal and swag bag. Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce Director Dale Thompson said the Chamber is excited to be able to have this fun event virtually and safely. According to…


Chamber of Commerce Hosting Reindeer Route

Don’t miss your chance to take a ride on the Reindeer Route. With Covid-19 cases rising, the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce was tasked to think outside of the box as how to continue the celebration of Christmas. After a brainstorming session, the Reindeer Route was the answer. Families will be able to travel through town enjoying lights, decorations, and several beloved blow up characters all from the safety of their own vehicle. Join the police led procession Saturday, December 5, at 5:30 p.m. on Glen Avenue. Dale Thompson, director of the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce, said…


Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce Creates Business Updates Page in Wake of Coronavirus

In uncertain times, communities must come together to support one another and the local businesses. The Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce has taken the opportunity to create a Facebook page in support of local businesses to post updates during the Coronavirus pandemic. “Ellwood City Area Business Updates” is a place where businesses and the community can come together online to post hours, specials, and ways to help. “I wanted to create a group separate from the Chamber page where businesses, whether they are chamber members or not, could post updates for the community,” said Ellwood City Area Chamber of…