Community Calendar -- February 9, 2012

Meetings, events, classes

February 9

GIVE AWAY  Sponsored by C.A.L.M. (Caring and Loving Ministry. 1-6 p.m. at 106 Weston Rd.,  Turner.  In case the weather is bad (the school buses don’t run) then the give away will be on Feb. 16. This is a lot like a flea market but everything is free.  There have been lots of things given to the ministry to give away.   FMI call Geri at 897-4742 or Gloria at 674-2026 or e-mail willpray4u@oxfordnetworks.net.

WHITMAN Library Program  2 p.m. at the library, Bryant Pond.  Guest speaker will be Dr. Fred B. Jordan who present a somewhat whimsical look at forensic pathology over the years and will talk about the Maine Medical Examiner System then and now, mass disaster planning, and a few interesting case studies including one of a Maine boy who moved West and got into a spot of trouble.  There will be lots of time to ask Dr. Jordan questions, Program is open to the public at no charge and light refreshments will be served.

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.

February 10

OXFORD REC  Open for all ages on Mon., Wed., Fri. and Sat.  Call for times at 393-7707 or 890-7575. There is outside ice skating, skates available. inside arts and crafts, movie night, music and more. Now accepting pine wood for the  outside wood burning fire pit and also looking for craft magazines and double runner ice skates to be donated.

TEXAS HOLD’EM Tournament  6 p.m. start time at the Mechanic Falls AMerican Legion Post 150, Elm St.  Buy-in is $35 + $5.

February 10, through March

FINNISH Heritage Exhibit.   During library hours at the W. Paris Library, Main St.  Hours are Mon. and Fri. from 1:30-6:00 p.m.,  Wed. from 1:30-7 p.m. and  Sat. from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.  Exhibit of photographs, textiles, etc.  FMI call 674-2004

February 11

YARD SALE  9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the the American Legion Post 72 on Church St., So.  Paris. There will be 24 tables, the lunch counter will be open and there will be 50/50 tickets.

BEE CLUB  1 p.m. meeting at the Agriculture Center, So. Paris.  This will be a meeting to elect officers. You should be checking for food supply.  This is the time of year to order your honeybees if needed. Anyone is welcome to attend the meetings to learn more about keeping bees.  FMI call John at 743-5009.

JONES BAND  7-10 p.m. at the So. Paris Legion Hall, Church St.  Cost is $5 for adults.  Lunch counter will be open.

PICKWICK CLUB  Joanne Morse and Alexis Desroches have formed the club.  1 p.m. in the Conference Room at the Auburn Library.  Club discusses Charles Dickens and his works.  Today will be “David Copperfield.”  Light refreshments will be served.  FMI call 583-6957 or 778-4510.  

SWINGIN’ BEARS  Valentine’s Dance  7-10 p.m. at OHMS, Pine St., So. Paris.  Admission is $6 and non-dancers welcome at no charge.  Caller will be Darrell Sprague and Carol Stewart will cue the round dancing.  Dance will be basic for Sept. class members, mainstream and plus levels. Refreshments served at intermission and there will also be door prizes and a drawing.  FMI call Eleanor at 782-4050.

VALENTINE PARTY  12-2 p.m. at the  Paris Public Library.  Program is free and open to all children in the Oxford Hills community. Participants will decorate cookies, enjoy stories, and make valentines and other festive crafts.  FMI call the library at 743-6994 or e-mail paris.public.library@MSLN.net.

RICK CHARETTE in Concert  Proceeds to benefit Responsible Pet Care Animal Shelter. 2 p.m. in the auditorium at OHCHS, So. Paris.  Tickets are available at Books ‘N Things in Norway, or at the door for $6.  There is a group rate of $5 each for 10 or more people and reserved seating is available.  Storm date is Feb. 18, at 2 p.m. FMI call 743-8679.

VALENTINE’S Dance  8-12 p.m. at the Mechanic Falls American Legion, Post 150, Elm St.  No cover charge.

February 11, to February 25

$1 A BAG Sale  10 a.m.-noon on Mon. Wed. and Sat. through February at the Thrift Shop of the Lovell United Church of Christ, Rte. 5, Center Lovell.

February 12

SCHOOL DAYS – Remember When  Hosted by Friends of Ricker Library and presented by Rose Aikman. 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the library, Poland.  Program will be preceded by a potluck supper. Guests are asked to bring a casserole, salad or dessert for the potluck table.  Former scholars from Poland’s 1-room schoolhouses are invited to share their memories of those days. Program is a collection of historic photographs of Poland’s old schoolhouses. Before 1954 and the opening of Poland Community School, there were more than 21 1 and 2-room schools in the town of Poland.

MAHOOSUC LAND Trust House Tour  Meet at 2 p.m. in the Mahoosuc Land Trust office parking lot to carpool for a tour of the Gorrell/Hotopp passive solar house in Newry.  FMI call  824-3806.

WORLD’S FAIR  2 p.m. meeting at the Waterford Town Office. President Dana Hemingway will report on the annual State of Maine Fair meeting which several officers attended in Portland recently and on the stipend income that will be received soon from the state for the year. All members and interested individuals are welcome to attend.  FMI call Dana at 595-2430.

February 13

AARP MEETING  Noon baked chicken dinner at the 1st Congregational Church, E. Main St., So. Paris.  Business meeting will begin at 1 p.m., followed by speaker Robert Perry, a talented wood carver.  Cost is $6.50 and reservations are required by calling Ruth at 744-9069 no later than Feb. 10.  You are reminded of the pledge to bring canned goods for the Food Pantry to each meeting.

February 14

HEARTS AND Crafts 3:15 p.m. at the Norway Memorial Library, Main St.  Registration is required.  Children ages 6-12 and their parents are invited to come make a Valentine's Day card for someone special.  There will also be another surprise craft project for the kids to take home for themselves.  There will also be a few classic Valentine's Day stories.  FMI or to register call the library at 743-5309 ext. 4. 

February 15

MCLAUGHLIN Garden Lecture Series  4 p.m. at 97 Main St., So. Paris.  Free and open to the public. Edith Ellis of Sunnyside Gardens in Turner will talk and present slides on the bones of an English garden.  FMI call 743-8820. 

February 16

LOCKE FAMILY Benefit  Proceeds will go to the Kyraa Locke Fund at Northeast Bank.  The Locke family fell upon hard financial times before and after Kyraa’s death.  While the family spent countless hours by Kyraa’s beside in the hospital, their home was left unattended, resulting in broken pipes, a collapsed roof and mold damage.  It is hoped to raise enough funds to get their home back in order after this extremely difficult time in their lives. 4-10 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, Church St., So. Paris.  $5 donation at the door. Special guests for the event will be Jordan Kaulback, Black Cat Road, Rusty Wiltjer, Raged Jack, New Horizons and many more.  There will also be a Chinese auction with the tickets of $1 each or 6 for $5.  FMI call Mel at 890-3634 or Cathy and Todd at 515-0256.

PUBLIC FORUM  7 p.m. at Fare Share Commons. 443 Main St., Norway.  The film “Freedom Riders”  will be shown in honor of Black History Month.  Forum will offer discussion and refreshments.  FMI call  Tom at 743-2183.

February 16, March 8, 29, April 16 

BOOK DISCUSSION  “The American Dream”  6 p.m. at Norway Memorial Library.  Facilitators are Ann Siekman and Allison Rosenblatt.  Works to be discussed are "The American Dream: A Short History of an Idea that Shaped a Nation" by Jim Cullen, "Martin Dressler: The  Tale of an American Dreamer" by Stephen Millhauser, "A Raisin in the  Sun" by Lorraine Hansberry,  "Death of a Salesman"  by Arthur Miller, and "The Year we Left Home" by Jean Thompson.  FMI or to sign up call the library at 743-5309.

 February 18

CHILD SEAT Safety Check  Sponsored by SMH. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Norway Fire Dept.  This is free.  Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be available to provide free hands-on seat inspections. It is not necessary for you to have the child with you but if possible it is best to bring them. Child care will be available as needed. FMI a contact Carol at 743-1562 x 6951.

FOOD PANTRY  12-2 p.m. at the W. Paris Baptist Church, 15 Church St. W. Paris residents are invited to come once a month. on the 1st Wed. or 3rd Sat.   FMI call Pastor Randolph at 376-6854.

JONES BAND  7-10 p.m. at the So. Paris Legion Hall, Church St.  Cost is $5 for adults.  Lunch counter will be open.

BYOB DANCE  8-12 p.m. at the  Harrison VFW Post, Waterford Rd., Harrison.  Admission is $10 for anyone 21 and over. Rockin' Roadrunners Band will be playing rock music from the 50s and 60s. FMI call Ellen at 461-4558. 

SENIOR INFO Night  7 p.m. at Excelsior Grange, Harris Hill Rd., Poland.  Free and everyone is welcome. Arlene Friis, Elder services specialist from SeniorsPlus, will give a talk and do a question and answer session on senior issues, Medicare, Maine Care, etc.  Building is handicap accessible (ramp and chair lift).

February 20

HARRISON REC  Snow Tubing  10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Oxford Plains Snow Tubing Park. Bus leave town office parking lot at 9:15 a.m. and returns at 2 p.m.  Cost is $16.   Town and tubing release waivers available at town office.  FMI call 583-6240 or e-mail pholt@harrisonmaine.org.

BLOOD DRIVE  Sponsored by the American Red Cross.  2-7 p.m. at Hosanna Church of God, 109 Schoolhouse Rd., Oxford. February 25

JONES BAND  7-10 p.m. at the So. Paris Legion Hall, Church St.  Cost is $5 for adults.  Lunch counter will be open.

INSIDE PICNIC  12 p.m. at the Paris Public Library.  A happy birthday, inside picnic to Washington and Lincoln.  Bring your blanket, lunch and a  drink and birthday cupcakes will be provided.  All ages are welcome.  Tables available for those needing alternative seating. While dining, listen to stories and tidbits about our 1st and 16th presidents with Librarian Billie-Lou Damon. Variety of self-select activities will be available to do afterwards.  FMI call the library at 743-6994.

February 20-24

ART ADVENTURE  1-2:15 p.m. at Norway Memorial Library.  Free for children ages 7-12.  Each day children will have fun exploring different art materials and techniques, inspired by famous artists.  On Feb. 20,  children will explore the work of Andy Warhol and make a piece of pop art to take home.  During the week children will be exposed to the artwork of Andy Warhol, Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock, Bridget Riley, and George Ohr.  Local artists from the Western Maine Art Group will be volunteering to help teach children about the different artists and the types of materials used.  Preregistration is required and only the first 25 kids will be able to  participate.  FMI or to register call the library at  743-5309 ext 4. 

February 21

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

February 22

HARRISON REC  Sledding  1-4 p.m. at High View Farm, off Edes Falls Rd., Harrison.  Kids and families enjoy 3 hours of sledding.   Children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.  Hot cocoa and snacks available. Bring your sled and dress according to the weather.  FMI call 583-6240 or e-mail pholt@harrisonmaine.org.

February 24

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

February 25, 26

ICE FISHING Derby  7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on Long Lake. Sponsored by Harrison Rec. in partnership with Inland Fisheries & Wildlife. Register at the Harrison Town Office prior to the Derby and after that register at the head of Long Lake the day of the derby.  Fee is $2 for ages 0-15 and $5 for ages 16 and up.  First 100 children registered will receive an ice trap. Each category winner will receive a prize and a chance to win a Youth Lifetime Fishing License. One of the licenses will be awarded to the child who catches the smallest legal fish.  Only fish caught in Long Lake will be eligible for prizes.  There will be lots of prizes and raffles plus food and a warming fire and vendors at the town office. Live bait provided.  Hamburgers and hot-dogs available at Long Lake boat launch along with raffles.  Hot soups and stews at the Harrison Town Office as well as raffles. FMI call Joe at 730-1288 or Paula at 583-2241.

February 25, March 24, April 28, May 19, June 9

FIRST AID/CPR Classes  Sponsored by the American Heart Assn.  10 a.m. at the Oxford Public Safety Bldg., Oxford.  This is a certificate course and is accepted for daycare providers, after school programs, Maine guides, loggers, trainers and any other non-healthcare related venue. You need only to attend one class day for certification.  FMI call Patty at 671-4460.\

February 26

POLAND STAGE Troupe  Proceeds will benefit the Oxford Hills Food Pantry. 3 p.m. at the Oxford Congregational Church, King St.  This will be the complete works of William Shakespeare, abridged.  The Show will star Christopher Dowling, Ted Tibbets and Bryant Cyr.  Show is free although the company does pass the hat after the show.  A medieval-style dinner will be served after the performance with a cost of $8 for adults, $4 for kids six to 12 and free for under five.    The storm date is Feb. 27 

February 27

MCLAUGHLIN Garden Lecture Series  4 p.m. at 97 Main St., So. Paris.  Free and open to the public.  Tom York of York’s Hardy Rhododendrons in Bath will speak about rhododendrons and azaleas that are hardy for cold Maine gardens.  FMI call 743-8820. 

February 28

BLOOD DRIVE  Sponsored by the American Red Cross.  1-6 p.m. at United Parish Congregational Church, 77 Main St., Harrison.

February 28, March 20, April 17, May 22, June 12

BASIC LIFE Support CPR Class for Healthcare Providers  6:30  p.m. at the Oxford Public Safety Bldg., Oxford.  You need only to attend one class day for certification.  FMI call Patty at 671-4460.

March 6

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

March 7

MCLAUGHLIN Garden Lecture Series  4 p.m. at 97 Main St., So. Paris.  Free and open to the public.   Brett Thompson from Worm Biz will inform the group how worms can prevent global warming by promoting global worming. Participants will learn how to get started with this own worm composting.  FMI call 743-8820. 

March 15

BINGO NIGHT  Sponsored by the Guy E. Rowe School PTO.  6-7:30 p.m. at the Guy E. Rowe School, Norway.  There will be small prizes for Bingo and lots of fun to be had by all.

March 20

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

March 21

MCLAUGHLIN Garden Lecture Series  4 p.m. at 97 Main St., So. Paris.  Free and open to the public.    Steve Palmer, from Plainview Farm in Yarmouth, will introduce attendees to some of his favorite hosta varieties and talk about their care.  FMI call 743-8820. 

March 23

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

April 3

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

April 4

MCLAUGHLIN Garden Lecture Series  4 p.m. at 97 Main St., So. Paris.  Free and open to the public. Jeff O’Donal of O’Donal’s nursery in Gorham will talk about Maine’s own Barth day lilies. He will explain their history and what makes them special for Maine gardens.  FMI call 743-8820.

April 17

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

April 27

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

May 1

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

May 15

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

May 25

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

June 5

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

June 19

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

June 22

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

July 27

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

August 24

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

September 28

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

October 26

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

November 23

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

December 28

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

Public Suppers

February 12

BREAKFAST  8:30-10:30 a.m. at the Harrison VFW Post, Waterford Rd., Rte. 35, Harrison.  Donations will be accepted.  Breakfast features scrambled eggs, French toast, pancakes, biscuits and country gravy, chili, bacon, sausage, home fries, fruit cup, sweet breads, orange juice and beverage. 

February 13

VALENTINE’S SUPPER  Seatings by reservation for tables of 2, 4 or more will be at 5:30  and 7 p.m. at the Congregational Church of E. Sumner.  Cost is $12.50 per person.   Tables will be set with candles and flowers and low lighting and soft music will create an intimate atmosphere as waiters seat and serve the diners. Diners will have a choice of baked ham or chicken, cream of broccoli and cheese or chicken noodle soups, salad, and pies.  For reservations call Peggy at 388-2074.

February 16

SUPPER  6 p.m. potluck supper at the Wilkins Community House, Waterford Flat on Plummer Hill Rd. behind the village green next door to the church.  Waterford Flat on Plummer Hill Road behind the village green next door to the church.  Bring a friend and a dish to share and enjoy chatting with new friends and neighbors. All are welcome.  Hosts  are Joann Fillebrown and Lois Grigg.

February 19

PANCAKE Breakfast sponsored by Poland Fire Rescue Benevolent Assn. with proceeds to go towards purchasing life saving equipment. 7-11 a.m. at the Poland Community School, 1250 Maine St., Poland,  Cost is $5 for ages 6 and up.  Breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, home fries, muffins, toast, juices and coffee.