Sat, May 25, 2013

Community

  • Don’t want it? They do! They'll even pick it up!

    May 02, 2013 12:00 am

    AREA — It is that time of year when the local Rotary and Kiwanis Clubs join forces for a weekend of “FUN’draising. This year the Rotary Auction will be held on Saturday, July 13. They are currently seeking donations of good quality, clean, new and used items for the auction. If you or your business would like to make a donation and need to schedule a pick-up, please contact Curtis Cole at 461-3380 or Chris Summers at 577-8476.

  • Maine’s Credit Unions launch third online search for Young & Free Maine spokesperson

    May 02, 2013 12:00 am

    PORTLAND — On Friday, April 12, Maine’s Credit Unions launched their third search for a creative, tech-savvy individual to represent Generation Y (ages 18 to 25) as the “Spokester” (spokesperson) for their Young & Free Maine program. Connecting with young people through social media networks, local events and more, the Young & Free Maine Spokester will continue to develop entertaining educational content, tips and tools to help members of Generation Y manage their day-to-day lives and finances.

  • Annual Hartford plant sale on May 11

    May 02, 2013 12:00 am

    HARTFORD — The Hartford Heritage Society is pleased to present an opportunity to fill your gardens with new flowers. Perennials, annuals, houseplants, seedlings and bulbs will all be available at the Hartford Heritage Society Plant Sale on Saturday, May 11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Held at the J. & O. Irish Museum on Main Street (Route 140) in Hartford Center, the sale will include plants from gardeners throughout the area, as well as donations from local nurseries. Add an extra few for Mother’s Day.

  • Swingin' Bears plan dance on May 11

    May 02, 2013 12:00 am

    PARIS — The Swingin' Bears Square Dance Club announces that on Saturday, May 11, from 7-10 p.m., the club caller, Ray Hilton of Saco, will call for the Mainstream/Plus square dance and Bernie Porter of Hookset, NH will cue for the Round Dancing. The dance will be held as usual in the cafeteria at Oxford Hills Middle School, 100 Pine St. in South Paris.

    On Saturday, June 15 the dance will feature Walt Bull, caller, and Sandra Burke, Cuer, and Saturday, July 13 will be the Ice Cream Social with Marty Vanwart, caller, and Bernie Porter, cuer.

  • Annual bike rodeo on May 11

    May 02, 2013 12:00 am

    SAFE RIDING —   Two youngsters hang out with Sparky the Firedog during the Oxford Hills Bike Rodeo last year.

  • This & That

    May 02, 2013 12:00 am

    Texas Hold'Em

    HARRISON — The Harrison Lions Club is sponsoring a Texas Hold'Em Tournament on Saturday, May 4, at the VFW Hall, 176 Waterford Road in Harrison. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., the start time is 1 p.m. and the end time is 6 p.m. The $55 entry fee includes the stipend for the State license fee. Food and refreshments will be available at this BYOB event. This is limited to 100 players so come and have some fun. Proceeds will be used to provide services that the Lions Club renders to the community.

  • Dogs, family and volunteerism

    May 02, 2013 12:00 am

    Kate Starkie

  • Ricker Library's 50th anniversary series continues

    May 02, 2013 12:00 am

    POLAND — The fifth presentation of Ricker Memorial Library's year-long series will be Bill Berlinghoff on guitar and banjo while singing Tennessee mountain music, folk music from the '50s and '60s, Coffee House topical songs and rowdy Irish tunes. There will also be plenty of opportunity to just sing along with him. Mr. Berlinghoff has enjoyed a 45-year career appearing in most states along the east coast. He has also entertained in Colorado and Oregon. Try not to miss this event! Admission is free.

  • Rowe School 5K and fun run May 4

    May 02, 2013 12:00 am

    NORWAY — The Guy E. Rowe School PTO is sponsoring a 5K and a Kids Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, May 4, at the Guy E. Rowe School in Norway. The 5K starts at 9 a.m. and the kids' run/walk at 8:30 a.m. The cost for the 5K is $20 for advance online registration which closes at 4 p.m. on May 3. To register go to www.running4free.com. Same day registration is $25 and opens at 7:30 a.m. T-shirts will also be available for $10.

  • AHCH announces new Hospice volunteers and May trainings

    May 02, 2013 12:00 am

    NEW VOLUNTEERS — From left, front row, are Elaine Robitaille Lambert of Turner and Lorraine Jarden of Auburn. From left, middle row, are Joanne Wheeler of Pownal and Laura Reynolds of Lewiston. From left, back row, are Richard Bennett of Bridgton, Craig Hacker of Sweden and Sue Hunt of New Gloucester.

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