EASTON NEWS
By Hillary Hallett
The Sesquicentennial Committee and Little School Restoration Committee is teaming up to offer a 1865 Christmas and tree lighting on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015 from 4-6 p.m. There will be refreshments, gifts for the children from Santa Claus, a tree lighting at 4:30 p.m. and more.
Local craft fair is Saturday
Easton Christmas Craft fair is back on Saturday, Dec. 5. The doors to the elementary school will be open from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Space is still available for vendors and a 10-foot by 10-foot spot is $20. Vendors must provide their own tables. All vendor proceeds will go the Little School Restoration Committee.
Christmas movie marathon planned by Class of 2018
On Saturday, Dec. 12 at Easton Junior/Senior High School from noon-4 p.m., the Class of 2015 will host a Christmas Movie Marathon. Movies include Elf (PG), A Year Without a Santa Claus (G) and The Santa Clause (PG). The cost is $5 for adults and children are $3. Concessions will be available.
There will a raffle of a movie bucket prize (Braden Theatre tickets, popcorn and candy). Everyone will get one free ticket with admission and more can be purchased at $5 for five raffle tickets and $8 for 10 raffle tickets.
Other activities offered will include Christmas coloring, writing a letter to Santa Claus, face painting and a photo booth.
Science Center to hold holiday craft workshop
Join the Francis Malcolm Science Center for their popular holiday craft workshop and make your own wreath, centerpiece, or swag. They provide the materials you will need, but you are welcome to bring your own decorations (ribbon, ornaments, etc.) if you choose. The prices are as follows: large centerpiece or wreath, $12; swag or small centerpiece, $ 5. Members receive a 50 percent discount.
The dates workshops are offered will be Thursday and Friday, Dec. 3 and 4 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 5 at 9 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Call 488-5451 to make your reservation or e-mail at info@francismalcolmsciencecenter.com.
PTO busy with events
The Easton PTO plans to hold a Christmas bazaar at the elementary school Wednesday, Dec. 9. This event allows children to ‘shop’ for parents and siblings, arriving home with a wrapped gift chosen especially for them.
Each item is only $1. However, the bazaar will only be able to run if there are enough donations made. Examples of items they are seeking include coffee mugs, neckties, unused candles, knick, knacks, small toys, books, DVDs, home decor, tools, decorations, crafting supplies, stationary, games and puzzles, jewelry and sports memorabilia.
The Easton PTO is seeking gift items for all members of the family, but typically run low on gifts for men. Items can be left at the main office of the Easton Elementary School. Gift bags and tissue paper of any theme are also needed. If unable to drop them off, please call the school 488-7701 to arrange for pick up.
The PTO is excited the current book fair taking at the elementary school through Dec. 10. You will find the latest and finest titles for kids, as well as books of interest to parents. The whole family can join in the fun and can contribute books to your child’s classroom library. The fair is a great way to get everyone excited about reading. Here is a link that highlights the big dreams that can be realized through family reading: http://www.scholastic.com/bookfairs/family.
Kiwanis meetings
Kiwanis Club of Easton meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month from 6-7 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall and everyone is welcome to attend. Dinner is provided for a small fee. Please plan to join them.
Hillary Hallett is the correspondent for Easton. She can be reached by sending an e-mail to hillary_jt@myfairpoint.net or calling 551-7737.
