Successful Yard Sale
The Mars Hill Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary would like to thank the members of the community who donated to their yard sale last weekend. Through donations they raised approximately $550.
United Methodist Women
The October meeting of the United Methodist Women met in the church vestry Oct. 8 with 12 members present. President Janice Footer opened the meeting by leading all in the UMW Purpose Pledge and Prayer.
The secretary’s report was read and accepted as read. For communication, a thank-you card was received from Barbara McCrum, who spoke at the September meeting on her trip and continued interest in working in Africa.
Joan Walsh, treasurer, gave a special report. It was voted to cut back on the order for the Upper Room, a daily devotional guide, from 28 to 22. President Footer brought samples for the new kitchen countertops and all present voted on the selected color.
Members signed up for the programs for next year, selecting the month of their choice.
It was voted to give $100 to Barbara McCrum toward her African mission work. It was decided to continue using the prayer chain, updating the names. It was voted to have the annual craft, soup and pie sale Nov. 3 in the church vestry. Members were solicited and committees appointed: Diane Ketchum is in charge of the dining room, Joan Walsh of crafts, Elaine Bailey of the food table, and Joan Boone, of the kitchen.
The word for next month is “thanks” or “thankful.” After the Benediction, the meeting was turned over to program chair Diane Ketchum. She presented a thought-provoking “World Thanks Day” program by Josephine Deer, with all members participating. A thanks offering was taken and all sang the “Hymn of Promise.” Diane served delicious refreshments.
Members present were Janice Footer, Joan Boone, Joan Walsh, Elaine Bailey, Diane Ketchum, Frances Banks, Winnie Anderson, Cindy Anderson, Carol Guiggey, Donna Brewer, Alma Smith and Clara Hussey.
Annual Craft Fair
The Episcopal Church of Mars Hill will hold its annual craft sale Saturday, Nov. 3. There are openings for crafters to display their crafts. Please call Cherry Cowen at 429-9892 after 5 p.m. to reserve a space.
Rotary Club
The Mars Hill Rotary Club met Tuesday morning at The Aroostook Health Center. Special presentations were made to John Babin ($3,000) of The Aroostook Health Center for the purchase of a special lift chair and to Mike Brown ($250) for the Youth Ski Program at Big Rock Ski Area.
The special speaker was Rotarian Roger Shaw, superintendent of SAD 42. He has been in education for over 40 years. He spoke about the school consolidation plans and his opposition to them. He does not believe that the projected savings will be realized, and is also concerned that the current state budget is already incorporating these projected savings into the equation.
Photo courtesy of Tomi Henderson
MARS HILL ROTARY CLUB President Bruce Hussey, left, presents a check to Mike Brown of Big Rock/Maine Winter Sports for use in the Youth Ski Program at the Oct. 9 meeting. 
Photo courtesy of Tomi Henderson
MARS HILL ROTARY CLUB President Bruce Hussey, left, presents a check to John Babin of The Aroostook Health Center to purchase a lift chair at the Oct. 9 meeting.
Mars Hill Pageant Director
The Rotary Club is seeking a director for the Greater Miss Mars Hill and Little Miss Mars Hill Pageants.
Applications close Oct. 20. Interested applicants are to contact Club President Bruce Hussey at 429-9815.
Bean Supper and Auction
The William Cousins, Post 0118 of the American Legion in Mars Hill will be hosting a Bean Supper Saturday night, Oct. 20 from 4:30-7 p.m. at the Central Aroostook High School Cafeteria on Pleasant Street in Mars Hill.
The menu will include baked beans, hotdogs (red and brown), rolls, potato salad and a beverage. The cost is $5 per person. Children under 6 are free.
There will be an auction following the supper from 7-8:30 p.m.
Tickets will be available in advance and at the door. There will also be a 50/50 raffle. Proceeds will benefit the American Legion Post 0118 in Mars Hill.
Raffle and Hunter’s Breakfast
The Bridgewater Recreation Department is holding a couple of fund-raisers. First is a Gun Raffle together with a $150 Mac’s Trading Post Gift Certificate. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased at the Northern Maine Truck Stop or at the Bridgewater Town Office. The gun can be seen at the Truck Stop. The drawing will take place Nov. 3 at the Hunter’s Breakfast.
A Hunter’s Breakfast will be held Saturday, Nov. 3 at the Northern Maine Truck Stop from 4:30-9 a.m. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $5 per plate or $6 at the door. Advanced tickets are available at the Northern Maine Truck Stop or at the Bridgewater Town Office. Door prizes will be drawn every half-hour during the breakfast. You must be present to win! All proceeds will benefit the Bridgewater Recreation Department programs.
Harvest Supper
The Bridgewater Historical Association will hold a Harvest Supper and Dance at the hall Oct. 27th beginning at 4:30 p.m. The main course will be ham. Tickets will be $7 for adults and $3 for children under 10. For more information, call Denis Gagne at 429-8290 or Jann Votaw at 425-7901.
Bridgewater Music Jam
Bridgewater’s music jams take place each Thursday evening, during warm weather, from 6-9 p.m. and feature old time rock ’n roll, country, oldies and standards.
Thanks go to regulars Hughie Gray of Easton, Pam Greene of Centerville and Carol Trafford of Florenceville for performing along with BHA secretary Jann Votaw and BHA President Denis Gagne, both of Bridgewater.
As always, the BHA appreciates all of those who have supported the group and hope they continue to do so. The BHA sends out their sincere thanks. It isn’t an easy task to preserve a town’s history and the group is doing what it can. Anyone who would like to join in the group’s efforts is welcome. For more information about the BHA, contact Denis Gagne at 429-8290 or Jann Votaw at 425-7901, or check out the Web site at www.bridgewatermaine.org.
Bridgewater Historical Association
The Bridgewater Historical Association meets the first and third Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall on Main Street. For more information, please call Denis or Gloria Gagne at 429-8290, Jann Votaw at 425-7901 or at www.bridgewatermaine.org.
Ladies’ Stitch and ‘Itch Group
The Bridgewater Recreation Department has formed a Ladies’ Stitch and ‘Itch group. The group meets every other Tuesday night at 6:30 p.m. at the Bridgewater Civic Building. Ladies of all ages are invited to attend. There is no charge to attend. The group will meet Oct. 30, Nov. 13 and 27.
This is an opportunity to bring whatever you are working on: cross-stitch, embroidery, scrapbooking, sewing, etc., and share good conversation while working on your favorite project. If you do not have anything to bring, that’s OK, too, as others will be willing share and teach. All are welcome – you don’t have to be a Bridgewater resident to participate, so bring your friends, too! For more information, contact Chris Finemore at 425-6606.
Tomi Henderson is the correspondent for Mars Hill, Blaine, Bridgewater and Westfield. She can be reached at 429-9126 or e-mail tomihen@yahoo.com.
