Contestants compete
The 2008 Little Miss, Miss Pre-teen, Jr. Miss, Miss Teen and Miss Easton Pageant was held at the Easton High School gymnasium on April 26, with Pat Paterson acting as master of ceremonies.
Those participating in the Little Miss section were: Anna-Marie Tompkins and Alanah Tarbox. Anna-Marie did a line dance for her talent which was choreographed by Shayna DeCruz of Presque Isle, and Alanah sang “On The Good Ship Lollipop.” Anna-Marie was selected runner-up with Alanah Tarbox earning the title of Little Miss Easton.
Bailee Getchell was the only contestant in the Miss Pre-Teen pageant and so was picked as Easton’s Miss Pre-Teen. She did a dance to the tune of “At the Car Wash” which was choreographed by Rebecca Perry.
There were three contestants for Junior Miss Easton: Stephanie Hammond, who did a self-choreographed hip-hop dance which she called, “1-2 Step;” Alexandra Dusza’s talent was a freestyle dance to “Our Song” choreographed by last year’s Junior Miss Easton, Abby Stewart; and Acacia Kimball’s talent was a cute piano piece called “Sneaky Business” along with a little action. Stephanie Hammond was chosen runner-up to Acacia Kimball, who took Junior Miss Easton 2008.
Brook-Ann Hammond and Kilynne Beaulieu were the contestants in the Miss Teen Easton. Brooke-Ann did a vocal, “Stupid Cupid,” and did very well indeed; and Kilynne danced to “Kung Foo Fighting” choreographed by Chris Cronkite, where she showed off her karate by breaking a board. Kylynne Beauleau was chosen as Easton’s Miss Teen for 2008.
Those entered in the Miss Easton segment were Casey Baston whose talent was a hip-hop dance to “All or Nothing,” choreographed by Shayna DeCruz. Contestant Mercedes Embleton also did a hip-hop dance for her talent which was choreographed by Julea Gournault. The final contestant, Kacie Getchell, did something a little different by playing her violin, beautifully, to the music of “My Heart Will Go On.” Casey Baston was picked Miss Easton 2008 with Mercedes Embleton as runner-up. Casey has held, over the years, the position of Little Miss Easton, and Junior Miss Easton. All the girls did exceptionally well in their talents and their parades in sports clothing and evening gowns.
The welcome was given by 2007 Miss Easton, Briana Lynn White, and throughout the evening the crowd was entertained by 2007 Little Miss Easton Breann Clayton, Miss Pre-Teen Easton Caitlin Monroe, Junior Miss Easton Abagale Leann Stewart and Miss Easton Brianna Lynn White. It was a nice pageant overall.
Correction
A correction and apology is due. In last week’s report on the American Legion meeting, I misinterpreted the Adjutant’s notes, when I wrote that there was need to contact Doug Henderson about his dues. I have since been advised that Doug is a paid-up Lifetime Legionnaire. Sorry Doug.
Organizations
The Francis Malcolm Science Center is announcing a special Family Science night on Saturday, May 10, from 6-8 p.m. There will be dozens of hands-on activities and a planetarium show, “Ring World.” Everybody’s welcome.
On May 13, all interested citizens are asked to attend a meeting to discuss the development of a food pantry in Easton. As gas, oil, electricity, medicine and food prices continue to soar, many in our community are faced with difficult financial times. We would like to provide a food pantry here in Easton to help those who are in need. The meeting is to be held at the Easton Elementary School cafeteria beginning at 6 p.m.
The French Club at Easton Jr./Sr. High School will be holding a gigantic flea market on Saturday, May 10, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the high school. The proceeds from the sale will go to help fund the French Club trip to France next June.
Visitors
Randy and Lynn Mitchell and their children, Sophie, Samantha, and Allison, from North Andover, Mass., spent a recent Monday through Wednesday visiting with Randy’s mother, Peggy Mitchell, in Presque Isle, and with his grandmother, Glenice Craig and Aunt Avis Hume at their apartments in West Ridge Manor. The family split up to spend the night between Glenice and Peggy due to the lack of room. Kevin and Nancy Nichols took them all to Govornor’s for supper with cake and ice cream to celebrate Allison’s birthday.
During Spring Break, the high school secretary, Jeannie Pelfrey, flew to Virginia and Lake Anna, where she spent 10 days visiting with her son, Kevin Pelfrey. While there they drove to Topsail, N.C., to spend time with Kevin’s wife, Donna, who has recently gone to work there. Kevin will be moving there the middle of this month. Jeannie enjoyed catching up on Kevin’s doings, lolling at the beach, soaking in the hot tub and just unwinding in general.
Congratulations
Our congratulations goes out to those students at Easton Jr./Sr. High School who made honors. Highest Honors in the Senior Class went to: Molly White; High Honors to: Kristen Boxwell and Brittney LaFrance; and Honors to: Amanda Weeder. For the Juniors, Highest Honors went to: Katrina Martin; High Honors to: Sam Bacon and Bradley Trask; Honors to: Jessica Monson and Sadie Romano. For the Sophomore Class, Highest Honors: Kaitlin Bennett, Lisa Dayringer and Luke Fuller; High Honors: Luke Budreau, Anna Sherwood and Corey White; Honors: Krystle Gadaire. The Freshmen Class, High Honors: Jacob Bacon, Zachary Clark and Sydney Trask; and Honors went to: Taylor Lawrence. I’ll say it again, we’ve got some smart kids in Easton Jr./Sr. High School.
Easton Rec calendar
Wednesday, May 7 – Junior activities at the hall from 9:30-11 a.m. Senior exercise 1 p.m. in the manor rec room. Swimming lessons; the bus departs directly after school and will return to the hall at 4:40 p.m.
Thursday, May 8 – Kindergarten Only Program from 1-2:30 p.m. at the elementary school cafeteria. This week will be a special ‘build-a-bear’ program. The cost is $11. Weight Watchers at 5:30 p.m. at the elementary school library.
Friday, May 9 – Junior activities 9:30-11 a.m. at the hall. Seniors’ Spring Umbrellas Project and baked potato bar. Please bring a potato topping. 11:15 a.m. at the recreation room at the manor.
Monday, May 12 – Junior activities 9:30-11 a.m. at the hall. Senior Nutrition Class at the manor at 11a.m. After-school cooking with Miss Chris at the schools until 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 13 – Youth Advocacy Program (Y.A.P.) meeting at 11:20 a.m. in the cafeteria. ‘Come and Play’ after school at the hall until 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 14 – Junior activities at the hall from 9:30-11 a.m. Senior exercise 1 p.m. in the manor rec room. Swimming lessons; the bus departs directly after school and will return to the hall at 4:40 p.m.
Eldora Carter is the correspondent for Easton. She can be reached at 488-5961.
Photo courtesy of Eldora Carter
PROUDLY POSING for their winning photo are, from left: Easton's Miss Pre-Teen Bailee Getchell, daughter of Kim Finnemore and Fred Getchell; runner-up to Junior Miss Easton, Stephanie Hammond, the daughter of Kim and Doug Hammond; and the new Junior Miss Easton 2008, Acacia Kimball, daughter of Jeff and Cindi Kimball.
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MISS TEEN EASTON 2008 disappeared before her special picture could be taken but here she is doing her "Kung Foo Fighting" talent. She is Kilynne Beaulieu, the daughter of Jeff and Shawn Beaulieu.
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THE NEW LITTLE MISS Easton, Alanah Tarbox, is the daughter of Jessica Harding and sang beautifully the song "On The Good Ship Lollipop."
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ANNA-MARIE TOMPKINS was chosen runner-up in the Little Miss Easton pageant. She is the daughter of Lisa and Sam Tompkins and did a line dance for her talent. She was a little apprehensive at first but did a great job.
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THIS BEAUTIFUL YOUNG lady is Easton Jr/Sr High School's exchange student for 2008. Adriana Gonzalez is from San Luis Potosii, S.L.P., Mexico, and came to Easton speaking little English. She has now made many friends and can speak English fluently. She is a senior here but has already graduated from her high school in Mexico. Adriana makes her home with the high school's French teacher, Mary Ruth Nichols and husband, Richard, in Fort Fairfield. In 2002 her brother, Jesus Gonzalez, was the exchange student at Easton High School.
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KODY’S EASTER – Kody Carter's photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny!
