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In the heart of Ephrata, Pennsylvania, a town of rich history and tight-knit neighborhoods, nearly 50 independent restaurants stand as pillars of community, diversity, and economic growth. These culinary havens not only serve up delectable dishes but also play an indispensable role in nurturing community building, celebrating diversity, and boosting the local economy.
Originally part of Mainspring's Party on Main event, the Explore Ephrata Scavenger Hunt had residents searching the streets for clues. By popular demand, here's your chance to participate on a day that meets your schedule!
Keystone Community Designation Will Boost Mainspring’s Ephrata Revitalization Ephrata, with our wide sidewalks and historic buildings, is poised for a downtown resurgence, and thanks to a new Keystone Community designation, from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), we’ll get there sooner rather than later. For the past year and a half, Mainspring has been leading the initiative to achieve the designation, supported by the Borough of Ephrata and our Board of Directors. The program will help turn our vision and plans into a reality that will enhance livability, sustainability and economic opportunities.
If you're looking for a few fresh things for dinner, stop at any local Farm Stand for only the best!
Join our Downtown businesses for our 3rd First Saturday of the Summer! Welcome to Party on Main: Back to the Books! Scroll down to see participating businesses!
Join our Downtown businesses for our 2nd First Saturday of the Summer! Welcome to Party on Main: Christmas in July! Scroll below for unbeatable deals all day long!
Residents within the Ephrata Area School District are invited to attend Mainspring of Ephrata's Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors. Held at the Ephrata Pioneer Fire Hall, 135 S. State St, on Tuesday, June 20, beginning at 3:00 PM.
Welcome to First Saturdays! As we continue our quest to grow economy and build community, we’re excited to share how we’re bringing the two goals together with First Saturdays Scheduled for June 3, July 1, August 5, September 2 in Downtown Ephrata! Start your day with Wellness at the Whistlestop, then join our Main Street businesses for Party on Main, and end it with Party on the Plaza. See details on all the events below.