Doak Honored with Boston Cane Award

In 1909, The Boston Post Newspaper distributed between 400 and 600 ebony, gold-capped canes among towns in Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Rhode Island that requested one.  Although the Post limited distribution of the canes to men until the 1930’s, calling them a symbol of the longevity of New England manhood, nearly two-thirds of the holders since then have been women.  Family and friends were invited to join Jim Gardner, Town Manager & the Board of Selectmen at a reception for the presentation to Mrs. Ida Doak in her honor on Monday, September 11, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at the Easton Town Office.  Refreshments were served. 

Veteran’s Military Sword Awarded to Gray

In 2012, the Easton Selectmen awarded the first Veteran’s Military Award in honor of being Easton’s oldest veteran.  The Town of Easton is pleased to recognize, Hughie A. Turner as our oldest veteran.  This honor does not only come with the distinction of age, but also with gratitude for his service of our country.  We hold all of our veteran’s in highest esteem, and Hughie in particular, for being our elder veteran.  A reception was held in his honor on September 11, 2017.

Happy Days Club

The Happy Days Senior Citizens’ Club enjoyed a Chinese lunch on August 24 with 21 members/guests present.  Our guest speaker was Katelyn White. She spoke of her week at Dirigo Girls State. She was sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary Post #187 of Easton.  The meeting was then called to order by President, Julia Allen with the following members present: Betty Brown, Annette Copeland, Elizabeth Martin, Liana DeMerchant, Carrie Mason, Julia Allen, Marie Hewitt, Paulette Garrison, Pat Fitzherbert and Carol Monroe.  There was a social time playing board games following the meeting.  The next meeting will be at 11:30 a.m., Thursday, September 14 2017 in the recreation room at the Manor. Our guest speaker will be Christine McPherson, RSVP Volunteer Coordinator. She will provide information on the Bone Builders Program offered to all seniors by the Aroostook Area Agency on Aging.  Please join us and bring a friend.

Time to order 2018 Community Calendars

The community calendar includes members birthdays, anniversaries, etc., along with photos of local venues and people by residents of our community.  Calendars can be purchased by filling at an our form at the Town Office. FYI, customers must pick up the calendar at the Town Office mid December; it will not be delivered as in the past. This year’s price will be $12 and include a different color photo on each page.  Proceeds from this project help pay out-town-fees for local children’s lessons and make it possible to offer partial scholarships to those in need. Please return order form for your 2018 calendar by no later than September 15, 2017 to the Town Office or by mail to PO Box 127 Easton, ME 04740. Call 488-6601 with any questions.

Fall Clean-Up Date Set

The Town of Easton will provide a collection point at the town garage on the Fry Pan Road for household junk, such as appliances, tires, furniture, wood, etc on Saturday, October 21. Call 488-6652 with any questions.

Community Library Schedule

On Saturdays the Community Library will be held at the Easton High School Library from 9:30 a.m. until noon and will feature a story time from 10:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m. geared for toddlers/pre-K to gr. 3; children under five need to be accompanied by an adult.  The Story Time will include a picture book with an activity/color page to follow. The library will be open to the community for patrons to utilize library services; book loans, use of periodicals and reference materials, Internet and computer access. Patrons may bring their own devices to access the Internet and will be asked to follow existing library rules/guidelines.

Recreation Department Announces Harvest Camps

Dance Camp will be offered September 19-22 from 9:00-10:30 a.m. at the Rec. Center.  The cost is $15.  This program is open to Kindergarten and up & there must be eight enrolled to offer the class. Class will focus on Hip Hop & Jazz.  Dress in comfortable clothes to easily move.  Will be taught by Moon Dance instructor.  Pre-registration is required.

Karate Camp will be offered September 26-29 from 9:00-10:30AM at the Recreation Center.   The cost is $15.  This program is open to Kindergarten and up & there must be 8 enrolled to offer the class.  To-Shin Do is based on ancient warrior disciplines.  At the same time, ours is a modern approach to handling threats and confrontations likely in our own culture.  Dress in comfortable clothes to easily move.  Taught by Brett Varnum.

Cooking  Camp will be held October 3-6 at the Recreation Center.  The cost is $15.  This program is open to Grades 1 and up & there must be 8 enrolled to offer the class.  We’ll be cooking fall produce and serving senior citizens and grandparents on Friday, October 6th at 11:15.  Taught by Chris Finnemore from the Maine Cooperative Extension.

Fitness Classes coming to Easton

Ashley Nadeau is bringing fitness classes back to Easton!  She will offer classes from September 13th through November 8th at the Recreation Center on Station Road.  Classes will meet on Sunday and Wednesday evenings at 5:30 & 6:30.

Class offerings include:

— Core De Force an MMA-style workout that focuses on core and rotation.  All body weigh movements and no equipment   necessary.  5:30

— Pop Pilates is a new style “Pilates meets choreography” on the mat.  Please bring a mat if you have one available.  6:30

The cost will be $7/class or a punch card can be purchased for $55 for 10 classes.  Registration should be done by contacting Ashley directly @ 521-4747 oranadeau619@gmail.com.  She can also be reached via Facebook.

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.