Oakfield Senior Citizens
Oakfield Senior Citizens went viewing the colors on their Fall Foliage Trip to Bar Harbor on Saturday Oct. 6. Leaving Oakfield and traveling south thru Patten and getting on I-95 in Benedicta the scenery was beautiful.
Stopping along the way to take pictures and stretch our legs, but not stopping at yard sales. Reaching our destination for lunch at Kimball’s in Northeast Harbor we were treated to wonderful seafood meals also spaghetti and meatballs. Leaving Kimball’s we traveled to Bar Harbor in time to view one of the Cruise Ships and all the tourists in town. Several stops were made for shopping on the way home and ice cream in Old Town. Those enjoying this great trip were: Wannetta Townsend, Arlene Friel, Bernice Campbell, Mildred Gagnon, Tessie Barrett, Alma Clark, Lydia Bragan, Althea Lloyd, Bunny Stewart, Donna Bartlett, Edith Dwyer, Bob Locke, Gloria Noyes, Mary Lawler, Shirlet Johnson, Ramona Alcaraz, Martha Chapados, Ursula Levesque, Merle and Evelyn Burpee, Doreen and Joseph Messina, Marie Gillotti, Donna Furrow, Jenefine Stevens, Delores Locke, Jeanne Clements, Dean Slauenwhite, Sierra George, Don and Charlotte Marley, and with thanks to bus driver Leanne Slauenwhite.
By Lois Downing
Good afternoon on a Sunday rainy day. We need the rain, so they say! “They” are right.
Joyce Miller moved into a vacated apartment on the second floor. Joyce just moved from one apartment to another. Her friend, Shirley Nason, helped her in the process.
Norma Bates was expecting her company (daughter) from Fort Fairfield on Saturday. Norma has lots of family visit her and what could be better than that.
On visiting a friend at Madigan the other day, I learned that Ruth McGillicuddy was in Bangor at the same time the Brady “gang” was there. She was attending beauty culture school and remembers there was a lot of activity on that day and asked what was going on—70 years ago! And Ruth remembers it well; she is a retired hairdresser.
One of Brian and Charlene’s Henderson’s daughters is attending Husson College in Bangor. Her field of interest is occupational therapy. Good for her.
The time for Bingo has been changed back to Wednesday at 1 p.m. This notice is for all Bingo players at Ricker Plaza.
Our display of flowers has been changed—it is now a beautiful bouquet of fresh buds, carnations, daisies, and so many other varieties. Aren’t we blessed to have beautiful bouquets weekly, provided by Eugene and Lavina Byron. Thanks friends.
We’re all decorated for Halloween. Have you seen our ghost? Other decorations are throughout the plaza.
Our Meals on Wheels menu this week includes pot roast, chicken in gravy, spaghetti with meat sauce, roast turkey, and baked haddock. That appeals to me—how about you? Just give Irene a call at 532-6435 and she will reserve a place for you. Or if you wish a meal delivered, she can do that too or take care of you by our volunteer service.
I would be remiss if I did not mention the death of Dorothy Hannigan—she was a Chamber of Commerce head many years ago. You knew she loved her job, as it “showed through.” God bless, Dot, commonly called. I admired her for her strength and cheeriness.
This is Fire Prevention Week. Are you prepared for a fire? If not, perhaps a plan of escape would be in order. Check it out.
My word for the day is taken from I Timothy 4:16, “Keep a close watch on all you do and think. Stay true to what is right and God will bless you and use you to help others.”
Have a joyful week.
TOPS 233
By Lois Downing
Take Off Pounds 233, of Houlton, met at the Aldergate building on High Street for its Oct. 12 meeting.
Eighteen members were weighed including four KOPS. Brenda Lacostic and Cheryl Driscoll became new members and were welcomed.
Kay Grass, leader, had charge of the meeting. We had roll call, reports and then Janette Nelson gave a financial report.
Loser of the week was Brenda Wallace and runner-up was Cheryl Driscoll.
The skinny dish was held over; 50/50 won by Denise Kinney and the mystery gift by Joyce Estey.
Denise Kinney, contest person, reported that there were four in the lifeboat. The other contest brought in many food charts and is going well too.
“Happy Birthday” was sung to Denise Kinney, who celebrated a birthday just recently.
Kay read the October newsletter and distributed birthday and anniversary lists and food charts. Orders were taken for bracelets by Denise.
The new contest requirements are: food chart, lose weight, exercise, stay for the meeting and drink four 8 ounce glasses of water per week.
A chapter workshop will be in Washburn at the Washburn Trail Snowmobile Clubhouse Nov. 3, for those who are interested.
Joyce Estey told about the fall rally, attended by her, Melva Folsom, Gerry McAfee and Joan Simpson. She said it was really inspiring; she received two awards. Gerry McAfee and Melva also added their thoughts. Melva received the “unsung hero” award and perfect attendance award.
Barbara Troy will be the greeter for November.
Kay gave us a list of snacks that are 50 calories in count. She denoted that grapefruit raises the risk of breast cancer.
To close the meeting Brenda Wallace led us in the dance of “Tooty ta ta,” a fun dance.
For information about the chapter, you may call Charlotte Marley at 757-8483. Weigh in time is 8-8:45 a.m. and the meeting starts at 9 and usually ends at 10.
Come and join us as everybody is welcome.
