The Nov. 2 meeting of the Mars Hill United Methodist Women was held at noon in the church vestry with 10 members and seven guests attending. Lunch was enjoyed after Joan Boone read a very appropriate food blessing. Dessert was served by co-hostesses Joan Boone and Joan Walsh.
After an hour of socializing, the group moved into the sanctuary where Joan Walsh introduced her program, and her brother, Dr. Gordon Somerville, retired orthopedic surgeon formerly of Presque Isle, who was accompanied by his wife, Mary. They now live in Portage Lake in the summer and spend winters in Arizona.
Dr. Somerville showed a film about his trip last spring to Bhutan, northeast of India. He did medical work at one of the hospitals, but also spent time seeing some interesting sights, as shown by his presentation that was enjoyed by all.
The business meeting followed in the church vestry with President Donna leading all in the Purpose Pledge and Prayer. The secretary’s and treasurer’s reports were read and approved as read. After some discussion about the recent Craft Fair and Luncheon, all agreed it was very successful.
A get-well card was signed by all for a member of the church who is recuperating in the hospital from recent surgery. After the benediction, the meeting was adjourned. The next meeting on Dec. 2 will be a Christmas Party and Yankee Swap.
Guests attending included: Dr. and Mrs. Gordon Somerville, Amy Kneeland, Betty Simonson Rideout, Betty Mahan and Dr. and Mrs. Eric Nicholas. Members attending included: Joan Walsh, Joan Boone, Donna Brewer, Jackie Bradley, Gaye Cronkite, Diane Ketchum, Daisy Campbell, Frances Banks, Elaine Bailey and Clara Hussey.
In a continuing effort to recognize outstanding student citizenship, the faculty of Central Aroostook Junior-Senior High School has announced that Hailey Ingraham and Jessica Thomas have been selected as the September Students of the Month. They were selected in recognition of their commitment to the pillar of character.
Hailey is a member of the Senior Class and lists pre-calculus and math as her favorite classes. She is a member of the National Honor Society and is an elementary school aid. Outside of school Hailey enjoys work, four-wheeling, hanging out with friends, movies, walks, reading and being with family. The daughter of Sonya Ingraham, her future plans include attending college in New England majoring in elementary education, followed by teaching her own class while remaining happy, healthy and surrounded by family.
Jessica is a member of the eighth grade and lists social studies as her favorite subject. The daughter of Matt and Linda Thomas, she is a member of the soccer, basketball and softball teams. Outside of school, Jessica enjoys reading, drawing, piano and camping. Her future plans are to attend Cedarville University in Ohio.
Raffle winners
The winners of the fuel oil and gas raffles were drawn during the Rotary Auction held on Saturday, Nov. 16, at Central Aroostook High School. Winner of 100 gallons of fuel oil, donated by Dead River, was Mike Bell. Winner of the $50 gas cards were Pam Townsend and Kelly Pratt. Winners of the $25 gas cards were Charlotte Shaw and Bob Lento.
Thanks to all who participated in the raffles, as well as those that attended the dinner and auction.
Aroostook Health Center
Upcoming events for the week of Nov. 20-26 include: Wednesday will feature the Beauty Parlor at 8:30 a.m., Cribbage Tournament at 9:30 a.m., Zumba Gold at 1:30 p.m. and East Ridge Union Church at 6:30 p.m. Thursday will have the Beauty Parlor at 8:30 a.m., Bingo at 9:30 a.m., and Horse Racing at 1:30 p.m. Friday will feature Thanksgiving Jingo at 9:30 a.m. and Dayroom Cinema showing “Walton Thanksgiving” at 1:30 p.m. Saturday will have Bingo at 9:30 a.m. Sunday will feature the Mennonite Hymnsing at 6:30 p.m. Monday will include Circle of Friends at 9:30 a.m., Nail Beautiful at 10 a.m., Karaoke with Larry and Larry at 1:30 p.m. and Gospel Group at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday will feature the Beauty Parlor at 8:30 a.m., Bingo at 9:30 a.m. and Card Games at 1:30 p.m. All of these activities are subject to change. If you would like to volunteer to help with any of these activities, call Connie or Vicki at 768-4915.
Historical Society
The Central Aroostook Historical Society will be holding a public meeting in the Central Aroostook High School library on Tuesday, Dec. 3, at 7 p.m. All current members and any folks who would like to become a member are encouraged to attend to discuss plans regarding the revitalization for the historical building (the old Blaine Grange Hall/Civic Center).
CAHS Supper and Show
The seniors will be having a Supper and Variety Show on Friday, Nov. 22. The spaghetti supper will be served at 6 p.m. and the show at 7 p.m. The cost of the supper with show is $6 per person, a family of four is $20.00 and a family of five is $25. The cost of just the show is $3. There will be a raffle of a $25 gas card at the end of the show. Proceeds to benefit the 2014 Project Graduation.
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.
