MARS HILL NEWS
By Tomi Henderson
The Mars Hill Apostolic Church on Fort Road will be serving a Thanksgiving dinner on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2015 from 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. Make plans now to stop by for a delicious meal and some great fellowship!
Story Time
There will be a Story Time for Toddlers, Pre-K and Kindergarten students at the Walter T. A. Hansen Memorial Library on Thursday, Nov. 19 at 10 a.m. All children must be accompanied by an adult. We would love to have you join us for a story, craft and snack!
Library happenings
The Walter T. A. Hansen Memorial Library in Mars Hill is getting ready for the annual Bidding for Good Auction in January. We are looking for hand crafted items, baked goods and more to feature in our auction.
If you are looking for a way to help the library, we would appreciate hearing from you. To donate an item or items, please contact the library at 429-9625, Ryan Shaw at 429-9500 or Tomi Henderson at 551-6791. We appreciate your support.
Aroostook Health Center
Upcoming events for the week of Nov. 18-24 include: Wednesday will feature Beauty Parlor at 8:30 a.m., Fort Street First Graders at 9:30 a.m., Crossword Puzzles at 1:30 p.m. and United Baptist at 6:30 p.m. Thursday will feature Beauty Parlor at 8:30 a.m., Bingo at 9:30 a.m. and Card Games at 1:30 p.m.
Friday will feature Thanksgiving Bingo at 9:30 a.m. and Wendell Hudson and Friends at 1:30 p.m. Saturday will feature Bingo at 1:30 p.m. Sunday will feature the Mennonite Hymnsing at 6:30 p.m.
Monday will feature Cooking with Connie at 9:30 a.m., Nail Beautiful at 10:00 a.m., Tea Social 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.
Rotary Club
The Mars Hill Rotary Club met Nov. 10 at the Aroostook Health Center. Members discussed upcoming events and happenings.
Rotary raffle
The Mars Hill Rotary Club is selling raffle tickets. With 16 items currently on the ticket, you have great chances to win a prize. Items include 100 gallons of oil, a grocery story gift certificate, CAHS basketball season tickets, gas cards, oil changes and much more.
Tickets are $1 each or six for $5 and are available from any Rotarian, at the Mars Hill Town Office or at the school superintendent’s office.
The prizes will be drawn during halftime of the boys’ basketball game against Fort Fairfield on Dec. 30. Benefits from this raffle will go toward the purchase of two iPads for the Aroostook Health Center residents’ use and the Mars Hill Rotary Scholarship Fund.
Event sign
The Mars Hill Rotary Club will add another plaque in front of the Town Office sign. Anyone wishing to add a name in honor of or in memory of a family member or loved one should contact Rena Kearney at 429-9041 or Kathy Miller at 540-6325. The cost is $100 a couple or person and it is a great way to remember someone. Proceeds will go toward the Mars Hill Rotary Scholarships.
Bingo
The William Cousins Post 118 of Mars Hill is hosting Bingo on Saturday evening beginning at 7 p.m. at the Post. There are cash prizes and refreshments are available. Come on out and enjoy a fun evening with friends!
Tomi Henderson is the correspondent for Mars Hill, Blaine, Bridgewater and Westfield. She can be reached at 551-6791 or e-mail tomihen@yahoo.com.
