Helping communities grow through purposeful content and bold ideas.
I’m Ellen — a storyteller, author, and community-focused creative who believes in the power of place and the stories that bring people together.
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I run Hello Social Co., a social-first content studio rooted in small-town Pennsylvania. I write the Ellie Mae Explores children’s book series inspired by the places I love. And I share stories about motherhood, enoughness, and what it means to build a life-first business.
If you’re here, you’re probably someone who cares about meaningful work, vibrant communities, or simply finding a little more intention in everyday life. You’re in the right place.
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A Bellefonte company plans luxury picnics in the PA Wilds
Picture this: A perfectly curated tablescape underneath the shade of a weeping willow. In the background, the sound of kids playing, ducks quacking, and a summer concert being performed. It’s…
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The Queen Bed & Breakfast: A Victorian gem in the heart of historic Bellefonte
What makes The Queen Bed & Breakfast stand out in a community that has a handful of inns is its nod to history. “The Victorian theme and name were both…
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Intimate, non-traditional weddings grow in popularity for 2021
The perfect combination of ‘love, happiness and adventure’ There’s no doubt that 2020 upended a lot of wedding plans for couples across the nation. Many couples decided to hold off…
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‘Up Stream’ project brings bold colors — and message — to Elk Country
When Mickayla Poland — an artist and business owner based in Elk County — was approached to help with a mural series that would bring awareness to how stormwater affects watersheds, she…
