PTCO fund-raiser
The Fort Street PTCO is planning a pizza night fund-raiser in conjunction with Al’s Diner to help raise funds for the playground at the elementary school. PTCO members will be delivering pizzas ordered from Al’s Diner on Tuesday, June 2, from 4 – 8 p.m.
All tips as well as a portion of the proceeds raised will go directly toward a piece of playground equipment. Orders will be on a first-come (or call), first-served basis. Orders may be placed by calling 429-8186.
United Methodist Women
The May meeting of the Mars Hill UMW met in the church vestry on May 11 at noon with nine members present. After the table blessing, the members enjoyed their sandwiches. Chips, drinks and desserts were provided by the hostess and co-hostess Elaine Bailey and Donna Brewer.
After an hour of socializing, the meeting was called to order by President Elaine Bailey. She led in the UMW Purpose Pledge and Prayer. One of the “highlights” of the meeting was hearing each member tell of a special act of kindness that happened since the last meeting.
The secretary’s and treasurer’s reports were read and accepted as read. A thank-you note was received from Heidi Shaw, who spoke on Meals-on-Wheels at the last meeting. She appreciated the group’s donation and support for this worthy local project.
The annual Trash and Treasure Sale will be held in the church vestry on June 27. The setups will be on June 26. Elaine Bailey has volunteered to be chairperson.
Many upcoming UMW activities were discussed and plans and dates were decided. There will be no UMW meetings in June, July or August. Members voted to enjoy a luncheon “out” on the June meeting date.
Janice Footer and Cindy Anderson will be in charge of the September meeting. The Presque Isle UMW extended an invitation to a social evening at their church on May 26 at 6 p.m.
President Elaine reported on the recent all-day UMW District Meeting in Limestone. It was a very successful day and well-attended. After the benediction, Elaine Bailey presented the program, a film on early days of Maine lumbering with the woodsmen and river drivers.
Those attending included: Elaine Bailey, Donna Brewer, Janice Footer, Frances Banks, Ruth Sylvester, Joan Walsh, Joan Boone and Clara Hussey.
Dedication planned
On Sunday, June 7, in conjunction with Youth Appreciation Sunday (ages infant through college), East Ridge Union Church will be dedicating the new stained glass window in memory of former pastor Steve Perry during the morning service at 10 a.m. The window was made possible, in part, thanks to a generous donation from Lois Ladner, Steve’s aunt, to the memorial fund. Pastor Perry passed away in September 2002. All are invited to attend.
Rotary Club
The Mars Hill Rotary Club met at the Aroostook Health Center on Tuesday, May 12, at 6:30 a.m. The gardeners in the club have been challenged to donate part of their crops to the local food pantry.
The special speaker was Connie Bondeson, an environmental planner who has been working with the Mars Hill Recycling Committee.
A brochure is being done to educate the public about how many things can be recycled. The goal is to reach 50 percent by improving the collection efforts and working toward more organic recovery and composting.
Library happening
On Saturday, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., the library will be having cribbage games, so bring your friends and your boards. The more the merrier.
If there is a topic that someone is interested in and would like to have a program on, please contact the library at 429-9625 or Tammy DeLong, trustee, at 425-1007.
The library is interested in offering computer skills programs for community members. Please call the library for information or to sign up for a class.
If your group is looking for a meeting space, the library is also pleased to offer free meeting spaces. Please call the library to reserve a space today.
Knit or crochet on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 – 7:30 at the library. Enjoy each other’s company while you work on your chosen project.
The library is open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, from 1:30 – 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.; and Friday and Saturday, from 9 a.m. – noon. For information, call 429-9625 or go to their Web site: www.wtahansenlibrary.com.
Bridgewater Historical Association
On Thursday evenings, from 6 – 9 p.m., it’s music by Outside In. Grab your dancing shoes and come enjoy yourself. They play a wide variety of music including country, old-time rock ’n roll, 60’s pop and standards. Refreshments will be available at the hall.
A new event planned for this year is a Line Dance Class, to be held on Wednesday nights beginning on May 20 from 7 – 8:30 p.m.
The BHA will be holding a Bake Sale on Saturday, May 23.
Bridgewater Community Club
The Bridgewater Community Club continues to meet on the last Thursday of each month with some exceptions. The May meeting will be held at the Mars Hill Library on May 28 at 7 p.m. All are welcome. For more information, contact Pat Lenentine at 429-9444.
Bridgewater Creative Crafting
On the first and third Thursdays of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Civic Community Center in Bridgewater, crafters are encouraged to join together to work on various projects.
Bring your own supplies and projects as you share your knowledge of various crafts. Work together or individually with quilting, knitting, sewing, embroidery, crocheting, scrapbooking, etc. Everyone is welcome! For more information, please contact Chris Finemore at 425-6606 or Melody Goff at 420-4002. Come relax and enjoy yourself as you socialize with other crafters.
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.
