WASHBURN NEWS
By Amy Sawyer
On Sunday, Nov. 27th another great event in the history of Washburn Boy Scout Troop 177 took place. Bryce Roix, the son of Tim and the late Lee Roix of Washburn, became the Troop’s 37th Eagle Scout.
The exceptionally well executed ceremony was held by members of Boy Scout Troop 177, adult speakers Stacey Skinner, Taylor Skinner, Adam Wilcox and Scoutmaster Larry Harrison, who was also Master of Ceremonies.
The ceremony included a presentation from Keith Brown of the Washburn Town Council presenting Bryce with a sentiment proclaiming November 27th as Bryce Roix Day. Steve Boddy of the Washburn Rotary Club presented Bryce with a membership to the National Eagle Scout Association. Bryce was also given a legislative sentiment from the State of Maine for his accomplishment.
Many family and friends were present to celebrate Bryce’s journey to becoming an Eagle Scout including Tim Roix (father), Caitlyn Roix (sister), Roland and Stella Gauvin-Roix (grandparents), Cheryl and Lee Demerchant (aunt and uncle) and Isaac and Sarah Demerchant (cousins).
Congratulations to Bryce and his family for this amazing accomplishment.
Washburn Rotary
Washburn Rotary welcomed their newest member during their most recent weekly meeting on Dec. 1. Hollie Umphrey was inducted by President Steven Boddy at the beginning of the business meeting.
The Washburn Rotary is currently looking for new members. The club meets on Wednesday nights at the Washburn Recreation Center at 5:30.
Santa to Visit Washburn
Please join the Washburn Fire Department welcome Santa Claus to town on Saturday, Dec. 10th at 6:30 p.m. At around 6 o’clock, Santa will arrive at the fire station and be escorted around town to let all the kids know he has arrived. Look for the lights, listen for the sirens, and head over to Story Park on Main Street to give Santa your Wish List and pick up an early Christmas gift.
Gifts are limited, so come down early to be sure you child receives one. In the event of inclement weather, Washburn Fire will host Santa at the Fire Station located at 1287 Main St. The WFD hopes to see you all there!
Concert
The Music Department and 21st Century After-School Program has teamed up for a Winter Concert. MSAD 45’s band and chorus will perform. The concert will be held on Thursday, Dec. 8th at 6:30 p.m. in the Washburn District Elementary School gymnasium. The After-School Program will serve hot chocolate and cookies before the concert. All are invited to this free event.
Washburn Memorial Library
The Washburn Memorial Library hours are Monday 1-7 p.m. and Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Girl Scouts meet each Friday afternoon (that school is in session) at 3 p.m. downstairs in the King Room. For more information, please contact Lois Walton at 455-4814.
Washburn Area PTO
The next scheduled PTO meeting is tonight, Dec. 7 at 6:30 located at the Washburn Rec Center.
Trail Runners Club
Washburn Trail Runners Snowmobile Club will be having their annual Christmas Party on Thursday, Dec. 8. There will be a potluck dinner starting at 6 p.m. followed by the business meeting and then the party after. The club is hoping to have a great turnout for the party. This is a Yankee Swap party and is always a fun time for all.
Scheduled meetings
The Washburn Town Council meets in regular sessions on the second Monday of each month at the Washburn Civic Center. The next meeting will be held Monday, Dec. 12 at 7 p.m. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.
The next MSAD 45 School Board meeting will be Tuesday, Dec. 13 in the David J. Lyon Washburn District Elementary School at 7 p.m. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.
Birthdays
Those celebrating birthdays between December 7 and 13 include: Burt Tilley, Mora Durost, Bradley Turner, Lloyd Maynard Sr., Josh Pelletier, Leon Tarbox, Kyli Farley, Sherri Clark, Larry Cuff, Audrey Laskey, Tammy Mills, Rachel Driscoll, Dale Knowles, Patrick Boyd, Paul Clayton, Richard Doak Sr., Kathleen Undergust, Sebastian Viola, JoAnne Hewitt, Rodney Bourgoine, Mistie Cannon, James Goodine, Mary Desy, Roger Lucas and Marianne Thompson.
Amy Sawyer is the correspondent for Perham, Wade and Washburn. She can be reached by calling 227-8679 or by e-mailing sawyer.amysue@gmail.com.
