At “The Barn” in Easton on Thursday, Feb. 7, the Easton Bears will host the Fort Fairfield Tigers in the final boys basketball game of the season.
Longtime sports official, coach, game announcer and sports talk radio show host David DeMerchant has been diagnosed with stage 4 kidney cancer and will begin treatment under the direction of the Dana–Farber Cancer Institute in Boston. Dave is one of the longest-standing sports officials in the state in basketball, soccer, baseball and softball. He has coached in Easton and officiated literally hundreds of our athletic contests at every level.
We are taking this opportunity to support Dave and his family and let him know that “The Bears” are with him on this difficult journey. The Easton School Department and community will raise funds at the Easton vs. Fort Fairfield game to help Dave and his family with medical expenses. There will be donation jars available and 50/50 tickets will also be sold, with the winning ticket capped at $50 in order to maximize the amount towards the “Dollars for Dave” effort.
Congratulations to Odin Perry and Madison Bridges, the Students of the Quarter for the second quarter at Easton Elementary School. (Courtesy of Hillary Hallett)
Orange is the color representative of kidney cancer, and fans who wish may wear something orange to demonstrate support.
Special dance
On Friday, Feb. 8, at the Easton Elementary School from 7-9 p.m., there will be a holiday dance. The cost is $5. This program is open to Pre-K on up through grade 6.
Light snacks will be provided and each daughter and/or mom will receive a single rose (while supplies last). Sponsored by Easton Varsity Club.
For more information contact Leslie at (207) 488-7702.
Community calendar
The 2019 Community Calendars have arrived. Stop by the town office to pick up your copy (copies).
Rec hosts trips
The Easton Recreation Department has secured tickets for Casting Crowns at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor on Sunday, Feb. 24.
The bus will depart from the Recreation Department at 1 p.m. Participants will enjoy dinner at a Bangor area restaurant and the show starts at 7 p.m. This is open to adults, families and community members. The total cost is $40. Participants will be responsible for their meal. Ticket must be paid in full by Friday, Feb. 1 at 3 p.m. Contact Hillary at recreation@eastonme.com to reserve a ticket. We must have a minimum of 20 to offer bus transportation; 40 seats are available.
In the event of inclement weather, no refunds can be given, but the ticket is yours and you can make alternate travel arrangements.
Two more tours are planned, also at the Cross Center.
On Sunday, April 7, there is the Traxxas Monster Truck Destruction Tour. Tickets are $30 per person. Those attending with Easton Rec will all receive a “pit pass.” On Saturday, April 20, the show is PJ Mask Live at 2 p.m. The cost is $50 for show, recreation time at Bangor Parks and Rec. and transportation. Meal expenses are on your own.
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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- Easton Elementary School students and staff dressed for Team Sports Day this past week to support the New England Patriots. (Courtesy of Hillary Hallett)
