The next Happy Days meeting is Feb. 8, starting at 11 a.m. (please note the change in time).
Bill Deschene, his wife, Larry and Larry will be singing. Musical entertainment will be first, followed by a potluck lunch.
Please join in the fun and bring a friend, and stay for afternoon of board games or, if you prefer, feel free to set up a puzzle. There is lots of table room for both.
Early registration
The Easton School Department is now accepting registration for children entering Kindergarten or pre-K in the fall of 2018. All children residing within the Easton school district who are 5 years old (on or before Oct. 15, 2018) are eligible for enrollment in the Kindergarten class, while those who are 4 years old (on or before Oct. 15) are eligible for pre-K.
Please call the Easton Elementary School at 488-7700 as soon as possible to register your child for either of the above classes. The classroom teacher will notify parents/guardians when an informational meeting for parents is scheduled.
The following documents are required by the state of Maine: (1) proof of immunizations, (2) birth certificate (hospital copies are not acceptable), and (3) proof of residency (rental agreement, utility bill, etc). These documents must be presented prior to the child beginning school.
Community Calendars
The Easton Community Celebration Calendars have arrived at the Town Office. Please pick up your copy (copies) as soon as possible. There are extras available.
Bone Builders
Bone Builders class meets each Monday and Friday starting at 9:45 in the Recreation Room at the Manor.
Bone Builders is a free strength training, balance and exercise program. The program’s goal is to prevent and reverse the effects of osteoporosis. This class is for women and men who want to stay healthy. You must have a doctor’s permission to join the class.
To be successful, you should commit to attending twice a week for six months. Studies have shown that strength and fitness can improve at any age. This program relies on weight training and balance exercises to protect against fractures caused by osteoporosis. Each one-hour classes, held twice a week will increase muscle strength, balance and bone density. This program is offered through Area on Aging, Cary Medical Center and the Easton Recreation Department.
Library change
The community library at Easton High School will no longer be open for regular hours on Saturday mornings. In the future, library services will still be available on an “as requested” basis to arrange a mutually convenient time please contact Steve Demaio at 805-2702.
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.
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- Four Easton classmates, all from the Class of 1973, recently reunited. From left are Marjorie Shaw Simonds, Judy Shaw Crawford, Donna Blinn Corey and Gail Dorsey McPherson. Marjorie and Judy were here for their mother Vera Shaw’s funeral. (Photo courtesy of Hillary Hallett)
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- The Easton Recreation Department Seniors Group was recently treated to a lunch and learn with Jon Cote from Pine Tree Burn Foundation. He spoke on fire safety for older adults and fall prevention. (Photo courtesy of Hillary Hallett)
