Community Calendar - December 6, 2012

 Holidays

December 6

CHRISTMAS CRAFT   2 p.m. at Whitman Memorial Library, Bryant Pond.  Charlotte Winchester will be the leader in making tree ornaments. Supplies will be provided, but bring a glue gun if you have one.  Program is open to the public at no charge and light refreshments will be served.

December 7, 8

CHRISTMAS MEMORIES Presented by the Senior College Players of Bethel.  Admission is free and donations will be accepted to offset royalty fees.   7 p.m. on Dec. 7, and 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Dec. 8, at the Mason House Exhibit Hall, 14 Broad St, Bethel.  The Players will present 2 audience-participation holiday favorites, "A Child's Christmas in Wales" by Dylan Thomas, and "Memories of a Wonderful Life" by Jonathan M. Zaley.  FMI call Lynn Arise at  824-0080.

December 7-December 15

MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET  7:30 p.m. on Dec. 7, 8, 14 and 15, and 2 p.m. on Dec. 9 and 16, at  Schoolhouse Arts Center, Richville Rd. (Rte,. 114).   Miracle on 34th Street is a heartwarming holiday story about Kris Kringle, an old man in a retirement home, who gets a job working as Santa for Macy's and is great entertainment for the entire family.  Tickets are $14 for adults and $12 for students and seniors.  For tickets, call  642-3743 or  buy online at www.schoolhousearts.org.

December 8

HOLIDAY FESTIVAL  Sponsored by Paris Elementary PTO.  9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Paris Elementary School, 4 Hathaway Rd., So. Paris.  Admission is free.  There will be many local crafters and vendors, Wreath for sale for just $15 and  pick your own bow, a book fair of children's books, Santa's workshop for kids and a food and bake sale.

SANTA CLAUS  12-3 p.m. in the Children's Room at the Paris Public Library, Main St. Santa will meet with children, accepting letters and listening to requests. Children are also invited to make holiday crafts, listen to stories, and decorate cookies.  FMI call the library at 743-6994, or e-mail paris.public.library@MSLN.net.

OPEN HOUSE  10 a.m.-4 p.m. in the Gift Shop at McLaughlin Garden, 97 Main St., So. Paris.   Gift Shop committee has restocked the shop with stocking stuffers and ideas for gardeners, bringing back favorite items from other years. Boxwood trees will be for sale. Refreshments will be served. Shop will be open Tues.-Sat., from 10 a.m.– 4 p.m. throughout the months of Nov. and Dec.

December 8, 9

CHRISTMASTIDE CONCERT  3 p.m. at the 2nd Congregational Church, 205 Main St., Norway.  Because of the enthusiastic response to previous Christmastide Concerts, this year there will 2 performances and there will be tickets which are free.  The Music Committee of the church feels tickets are necessary so that no one will be turned away due to overcrowding.  Tickets are available from any cast member, in the church office and during the Christmas Parade in the church parking lot on Nov. 24th.  Members of the children’s theater group will perform with the adult choir.  Refreshments  will be served following the concert.

CHRISTMAS EXPRESS   Presented by Oxford Hills Christian Academy with proceeds to help fund the new Staff Relief Fund.   7 p.m. on Dec. 8, and 6 p.m. on Dec. 9, at 132 E. Main St., So. Paris.  Doors open a half hour early.  Cost is $5 for adults and $3 for students and children.

December 9

CHRISTMAS MUSIC  4 p.m. at the Casco Village Church United Church of Christ, 941 Meadow Rd. (Rte. 121), Casco.  Choir will sing a variety of music from sacred and classical Christmas favorites to contemporary selections for you to enjoy.  Mixing within the program for everyone to sing will be your favorite Christmas carols.  After the concert there will be refreshments for all.

BRUNCH WITH SANTA  Fundraiser for the Oxford Hills Thunders for the 2012-2013 competition season and States in May.  11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Paris Fire Dept., Western Ave.   Price is $5 for 6 and up and $3 for 5 and under. Menu will be eggs, pancakes, sausage, French toast, muffins and a beverage. Santa will arrive at 11:30 a.m. with his big red magical bag of goodies for ages 12 and under. There will be several raffles, a 50/50 and door prizes will be awarded. Raffles will include one cord of dry/split/seasoned/delivered firewood, a huge Christmas stocking filled with goodies, and a gift certificate to a local nail salon. Door prizes will include a framed landscape photo from In The Moment Photography and a $50 gift certificate to Agren Appliance.



NORLANDS CHRISTMAS  Proceeds benefit the barn building fund.  11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Washburn-Norlands Living History Center, 290 Norlands Rd., Livermore.  Admission is $8 for adults, $6 for under 12 and $25 family rate.  There will also be a Cookie Walk with $5 for a bag of cookies.   Journey back to the days of old and enjoy 19th century parlor games, children’s activities in the cozy Norlands kitchen, caroling, the 1-room schoolhouse, jingle bell wagon rides, fresh molasses cookies and mulled cider made on the wood stove and the simply decorated Washburn mansion.  Kerck Kelsey will share stories about Washburn family Christmases through the years at 12:30 and 2:00 p.m.  Gift shop will be open and filled with unique treasures. There is something for everyone, such as books, prints, cards, caps and bonnets, dolls, old-time toys, candy, and more.    (Postponed from December 2.)

December 12, 13

CHRISTMAS SALE  Proceeds will benefit the Ledgeview Activity Dept.  9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Dec. 12, and 9 a.m.-noon on Dec. 13, at Ledgeview Living Center, W. Paris.  Donations are graciously accepted.

December 14

WINTER LIGHTING  6:15 p.m. at the W, Paris Library. All are invited to share in this annual festive event. This year the library is celebrating  those who  helped make  the dream of a more spacious library a reality.  Following the illumination of lights, if the weather permits, there will be horse drawn wagon rides for the young and young at heart. Inside, holiday cookies and  hot, mulled cider  will be served. There will be songs by the Agnes Gray Explorers and a sing- along of the season’s favorites with Jim Burke playing the keyboard.  FMI call the library at 674-2004.

December 15


LIVING NATIVITY  6 p.m. at the Congregational Church of E.  Sumner, 50 Main St.   Cookies and cocoa afterwards in the vestry.

CHRISTMAS Open House  12-4 p.m. at Responsible Pet Care Shelter & Adoption and Pawsibilities Thrift Shoppe, 132 Waterford Rd., Norway.  There will be door prizes, raffles, refreshments and wonderful cats, kittens and dogs.  Bring donations for the animals Santa box.  FMI call 743-8670.

HERITAGE CHRISTMAS  Presented by the ME Music Society and featuring the voices of the Androscoggin Chorale and the Lewiston High School Chamber Choir.   7:30 p.m. at the 1st Congregational Church, 17 E. Main, St., So. Paris.  Tickets are $18  for adults, $16 for seniors, $9 for students and free for under 12.  FMI or tickets, call 782-7228 or go to www.mainemusicsociety.org.

December 15, 16

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA   Proceeds from this event will benefit the Maine Heart Gallery, overseen by Second Best Ministries of Oxford. Heart Gallery displays photos of children awaiting adoption in ME.  9 a.m. at the Oxford Pizza Hut.  Cost is $6 for adults and $4 for 12 and under.  Checks and cash only, no credit cards.  There will be food, music and fun.   Reservations are required by calling Karen at 539-4217.

December 16

CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS   3 p.m. at the 1st Universalist Church, 479 Main St., Norway.  Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for under 18 and are available at Books 'n Things, Main St., Norway, or online at www.heatherpierson.com.  Presented by the Heather Pierson Quartet. 

CHRISTMAS CANTATA  4 p.m. at the Locke Mills Union Church.  The "Night of Love" cantata will be performed by community church members directed by Bev Melville.  Refreshments will follow. 

HOLIDAY GATHERING  5 p.m. candlelit caroling on the Waterford Common.  Following the caroling everyone is invited to the Waterford Library for refreshments and an opportunity to enjoy the company of neighbors and friends.  Children will have an opportunity for a visit with Santa and will receive a book as a gift. Everyone is invited.

December  24

CHRISTMAS EVE Service  7  p.m. at the Congregational Church of E.  Sumner, 50 Main St.

December 31

NEW YEAR'S DANCE  8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. at the So. Paris Legion Hall, Church St. Tickets are $10. Intermission will be at 10 p.m. and refreshments will be served. To reserve a table, call Betty at 743-7965.

Meetings, events, classes

December 6

ENSEMBLE CONCERT  Presented by Hartford-Sumner Elementary School.  6:30 p.m. at the school, Sumner.  Snow date is Dec. 10.

PARIS CAPE Historical Society  5 p.. Christmas supper party at the home of Cynthia Immonen, 43 Mountain View Dr., So. Paris.  This will be followed by a Christmas story and the singing of Christmas carols.  It would be appreciated if you would contact Cynthia at 743-2384 to tell her what you plan to bring for the supper so that she can coordinate everything. Bread or rolls, salads, casseroles and desserts are welcome.

December 6, 20

FOOD PANTRY  1-3 p.m. at the W. Paris Baptist Church, 15 Church St. Open the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.

December 6– May 3

HISTORICAL Society's One Room Schoolhouse  Open the 1st Thu. of each month from 1-4 p.m. on Rte. 26 at Poland Corner. Public is invited to stop by for a tour or just browse.  FMI call 998-4391.

December 8

TEXAS HOLD'EM  Sponsored by the Harrison Lions Club with proceeds to be used to provide services that the Lions Club renders to the community.  Doors open at 11:30 a.m., the start time is 1 p.m. and the end time is 6 p.m.  at the VFW Hall, 176 Waterford Rd., Harrison.  $55 entry fee includes the stipend for the State license fee. This is a BYOB event and food and refreshments will be available.  Limited to 100 players.

December 9

CONCERT  Presented by the Mahoosuc Community Band.   4 p.m. at the W. Parish Congregational Church. Bethel.  FMI call Jane at 357-3524.

WATERFORD WORLD'S FAIR Assn.  2 p.m. meeting at the Waterford Town Office.  This will be a short business meeting with a social time after the meeting so bring something to share for food but no gifts.  Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the afternoon with the fair members and directors and find out what is being planned for the fair in 2013.   FMI call t Bill at 595-1601.

December 10

AARP Oxford Hills Chapter  Noon lunch at the 1st Congregational Church, E. Main St., So. Paris.  Cost is $6.50 for a chicken pie dinner. Reservations are required by calling Ruth at 744-9069 by Dec. 7.  Remember to bring your total of volunteer hours for this year and a donation for the food pantry would be appreciated.  No meeting in Jan., however any ideas for future programs would be welcomed. Winter weather cancellation policy is to meet the following day.  Cancellations will be announced on WOXO, 92.7 or if  school has been cancelled.

December 11

TAR SANDS Meeting  7 p.m. at the Waterford Town Office 366 Valley Rd., Waterford.  Learn more about tar sands oil and how it effects Waterford.  There will be a brief presentation followed by questions and answers.  FMI call Earl at 583-6957 

December 11, January 31

OIL AWARENESS Movies  Hosted by John O'Brien.  7 p.m. at the Waterford Town Office, 366 Valley Rd., Waterford.   Showings are to raise awareness to the threat of tar sands oil flowing through the Portland Pipeline which runs through Western ME and by Sebago Lake. Waterford residents will gather to watch two films, one in opposition to tar sands and one in support of tar sands. A community conversation and questions and answer session will follow.  

December 12

WINTER CONCERT  Presented by Buckfield Middle School.  6:30 p.m. at the high school, Morrill St.  Snow date is Dec. 14.

BLOOD DRIVE  12-6 p.m. at the Legion Hall, 184 Congress St., Rumford.

SENIORS of Bethel  11 a.m. meeting at the Bethel Inn.  Menu is roast pork and the price of the dinner is $12 for members and $15 for non-members.  Crescent Park Chorus under the direction of Linda Stowell will be the program.  Reservations must be made by Dec. 1, by calling Caroline at 824-3226 or Arlene at 824-2877.

December 13

WINTER CONCERT  Presented by Hartford-Sumner El. School.  6:30 p.m. at the school, Sumner.  Snow date is Dec. 17.


December 14

OPEN MIC Poetry Slam  7:30 p.m. at the 1st Universalist Church of Auburn, 169 Pleasant St.   This is free.  Refreshments and children's room available.  FMI call 783-0461.

December 15

PICKWICK CLUB  12:30-2:30 p.m. meeting at the Auburn Public Library, Read any biography of Charles Dickens you choose, to discuss his life and works.  FMI call Alexis  at 778-4510 or Joanne at 583-6957.

HONEY BEE Club  1 p.m. potluck holiday party at the Oxford County Extension Center, 9 Olson Rd., So. Paris.  Come visit the club at the Jan. 12 meeting for a preview of new programs.  Everyone’s welcome.  FMI call John at 743-5009 or e-mail Kevin at farrout@roadrunner.com.   

December 15, 22, 29

JONES BAND  Old fashioned dance music from 7-11 p.m. at the Legion Hall, Church St.,  So. Paris.  Cost is $5 for adults. 

December 18

FOOD PANTRY  10 a.m.-noon at the Spurrs Corner Church, Rte. 121, Otisfield.  FMI call 583-4780 or 627-4329.

USDA Local Working Group  Hosted by the Oxford County Soil and Water Conservation District  10 a.m. meeting at the Oxford County Cooperative Extension bldg., 9 Olson Rd., So. Paris.  Meeting is open to the public.   FMI call Jean at 743-5789, ext. 111.

SNOW HOPPERS  6:30 meeting on the 3rd Tues. of the month at the  Paris Town Office.  All are welcome to attend.

December 19

WINTER CONCERT  Presented by Buckfield High School.  6:30 p.m. at the high school, Morrill St.  Snow date is Dec. 20.

December 20

BLOOD DRIVE  1-6 p.m. at American Legion Post 112, King St., Oxford.

December 22 

CRAFT FAIR  Hosted by the Sons of the American Legion as a fundraiser for the Girl Scouts.  9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Anderson-Staples American Legion Post 112, corner of Skeetfield Rd. and Rte. 121, Oxford.  There will be homemade crafts and baked goods for all.  Cost to rent a table is $10 for a 3x6 table.  FMI on renting a booth, please call the Post at 539-2649 and leave a message. 

December 24

BLOOD DRIVE   8 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Masonic Hall, 277 Burnham Rd., Bridgton.

December 26

BLOOD DRIVE  10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Aubuchon Hardware, Main St., Norway.

December 28

FOOD PANTRY  1-5 p.m. at the E. Otisfield Baptist Church, Rayville Rd.  FMI call 539-4619.

January 3– May 3

HISTORICAL Society's One Room Schoolhouse  Open the 1st Thu. of each month from 1-4 p.m. on Rte. 26 at Poland Corner. Public is invited to stop by for a tour or just browse.  FMI call 998-4391.

February 7– May 3

HISTORICAL Society's One Room Schoolhouse  Open the 1st Thu. of each month from 1-4 p.m. on Rte. 26 at Poland Corner. Public is invited to stop by for a tour or just browse.  FMI call 998-4391.

March 7– May 3

HISTORICAL Society's One Room Schoolhouse  Open the 1st Thu. of each month from 1-4 p.m. on Rte. 26 at Poland Corner. Public is invited to stop by for a tour or just browse.  FMI call 998-4391.

April 4– May 3

HISTORICAL Society's One Room Schoolhouse  Open the 1st Thu. of each month from 1-4 p.m. on Rte. 26 at Poland Corner. Public is invited to stop by for a tour or just browse.  FMI call 998-4391.

Public Suppers

December 8

HAM SUPPER  Benefit for Amy Gotham of Hartford to help her with medical expenses.   5 -7 p.m. at the Masonic Lodge in Buckfield.  Donations will be accepted.  FMI or to make a donation, please contact Karen at 388-2372.

PUBLIC SUPPER  Sponsored by the Paris Fire Dept. Aux.  with all proceeds to benefit the fire dept.  Cost is $8 for adults, $4 for ages 4-12 and free for 3 and under.   5 p.m. at the Paris Fire Dept., Western Ave., So. Paris. Supper features turkey pie, mashed potatoes, veggies, macaroni and cheese, salads, cranberry sauce and homemade desserts.

POTLUCK SUPPER  5:30-6:30 p.m. at Grace Fellowship Church, Poplar St., Oxford.  Everyone is encouraged to bring a dish to share.  Following the supper, a concert featuring "The Lighthouse Jubilee" will take place.   No fee for the evening, however, a love offering will be taken to give to the singers.  FMI call Pastor Waterhouse at 674-2133 or Pastor Parsons at 539-9064. 

December 11

SENIOR LUNCHEON  Sponsored by Harrison Parks and Rec.  Meet at 10:45 a.m. in the parking lot at the Harrison Town office and car pool to Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield.  Doors open at 11:30 a.m.  Cost is $35 and $25 for Harrison residents.  Delicious lunch will be served at noon featuring homemade corn bread, garden salad, roast chicken with cranberry glaze, potatoes, veggies, dessert and coffee (beer and wine available).  Between courses Stone Mt. Art Center will show some famous and heartwarming holiday movie clips from your favorite Christmas movies.   Call Paula at 583-2241 to reserve your seat. Payment due upon registration and the deadline is Dec. 3. 

 ONGOING

Mondays

H.O.P.E. GROUP  4-6 p.m. at the Haskell House at the 1st Congregational Church, 17 E. Main St., So. Paris.  Ken Hamilton is the leader. FMI call 890-3673.

First Monday

SOCRATES CAFE  6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Waterford Library  Group offers a forum to discuss current topics and ideas in a warm, friendly atmosphere, where divergent views will be  welcome. Coffee and light refreshments will be served.

Fourth Monday

CRYPTOGRAM CHALLENGE  11 a.m. at the Paris Public Library, Main St.  FMI call the library at 743-6994.

First/Third Tuesdays

FOOD PANTRY  10 a.m.-noon at the Spurrs Corner Church, Rte. 121, Otisfield.  FMI call 583-4780 or 627-4329.

Third Tuesday

SNOW HOPPERS  6:30 p.m. meeting at the Paris Town Office.  All are welcome to attend.

CHRISTIAN WOMEN United  11:30 a.m. dinner  followed by a program at the 1st Congregational Church, Main St., So.   Paris.  For reservations, call Janice at 743-5770.

Wednesdays

ANCESTRY  ASSISTANCE  10 a.m. at the Paris Public Library.   Explore Ancestry's genealogical resources with Shannon.  You may bring your own laptop.  Please pre-register by calling the library at 7843-6994.

TERRIC TALES  10:30 a.m. at Norway Memorial Library, Main St.  1/2 hour program for ages 2-5 featuring books, songs, finger plays, rhymes and a craft. To register call 743-5309.

Thursdays

MIND THE BODY   Sponsored by Healthy Oxford Hills.  Action and support group meets from 3-4 p.m. every Thu. at the Weary Club, 385 Main St., Norway. Group’s focus is on feeling good physically and mentally. All are welcome to listen, share stories and feel better.  FMI call 739-6222.

STORY TIME  10 a.m. at the Paris Public Library, Main St.    Stores and crafts for ages birth to 4 years.   FMI call the library at 743-6994

First /Third Thursday

FOOD PANTRY  1-3 p.m. at the W. Paris Baptist Church, 15 Church St.

Second Thursday

RUBBER STAMPING  5:30 p.m. at the Paris Public Library, Main St.  Materials fee is $10.  Make 3-4 projects at each class with Kathy Pulsifer.  To sign up call Kathy at 539-4335 or 890-6874.

STAYING ON YOUR FEET  9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Harper Conference Center in the Ripley Medical Office Bldg. (193 Main St.), Norway.  Learn how to keep your balance and stay fir.  FMI or to register, call 744-6160 or visit online at www.wmhcc.org/smhrehab.

Third Thursday

SNOW HOPPERS Snowmobile Club  6:30 p.m. meeting at the Paris Town Office, Market Sq.  All are welcome to attend and join in the fun and activities.

Fourth Thursday

BOOK CLUB with Old and New Classics  7 p.m. at the Paris Public Library, Main St.  FMI call Michaela or Jennifer at 743-6994.

Fridays

BOOK TIME  10:30 a.m. at Norway Memorial Library.  15 minute program for birth to age 2 featuring stories, finger plays and lap sits.

Fourth Friday

FOOD PANTRY   1-5 p.m. at the E. Otisfield Baptist Church, Rayville Rd.  FMI call 539-4619.

Second Saturday

STORY TIME  11 a.m. at Norway Memorial Library, Main St.  This is a themed story time and children of all ages are welcome to join in the fun.   FMI call the library at 743-5309.