Kelley promoted at Naturally Potatoes, Homecoming, Rotary CLub, After the Bell, Kicking Bear 2013
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Sharks and Minnows was a mass of movement on Friday night in Bridgewater at Kicking Bear.
Photo courtesy of Tomi Henderson A Lifetime Hunting and Fishing License, in memory of Keith McCrum, was presented to Cooper Foster of Monticello during Kicking Bear festivities on Saturday, July 13, in Bridgewater. Pictured are Vicki McCrum, Dave Hentosh of Smoldering Lake Outfitters and Foster.
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Sydney Garrison uses her dad Gregg as a seat while she enjoys her turkey dinner in Bridgewater at Kicking Bear on Saturday, July 13. 
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Everyone grabbed onto the rope for the tug-of-war during Friday night’s activities at Kicking Bear on July 12 in Bridgewater.
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A demo of how K-9 Officer Gleni protects his partner Sgt. Chad Fuller was a learning experience for all attending Kicking Bear in Bridgewater earlier this month. Trooper Dennis Quint donned a protective arm cover to help with this demonstration.
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DEPUTY Mitch Wheeler with his K-9 partner Max did a demo on Friday evening during Kicking Bear.
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Founder Ray Howell, attending the Bridgewater Kicking Bear event for the fifth year, demonstrated the proper way to hold the bow during the safety meeting on Saturday morning.
Bill Haggett, chairman and CEO of Naturally Potatoes, has announced that Haley Kelley was named vice president of marketing and sales for Naturally Potatoes, effective July 1.
“Haley has been an outstanding employee and very effective sales leader since joining Naturally Potatoes some 10 years ago. Among her many duties has been the direct responsibility for managing the company’s largest and fastest growing accounts. Thanks to her efforts, and the contributions of every Naturally Potatoes employee, our company has made tremendous progress and generated significant growth, especially over the last three years.” says Haggett.
Haley will report to the president and, under her direction, Naturally Potatoes will continue to seek new growth opportunities in the months and years ahead.
Homecoming
Events are under way for this year’s Homecoming, to be held on Aug. 9-11. There will be more information in next week’s column.
Rotary Cllub
The Mars Hill Rotary Club met on Tuesday, July 16, at 6:30 a.m. at the Aroostook Health Center. Members watched a video produced about Toby Adelman’s kidney donation last year. Toby is an extraordinary person! Mars Hill is proud to claim her as one of ours — even if she lives in California now.
After the Bell
On Wednesday, July 24, a day trip to Paradis Mountain in New Brunswick is planned, leaving Main Street at 10 a.m., coming back at 3 p.m. Cost is $10/child. Lunch provided, and concessions will be available.
On Thursday, July 25, wet and wild camp will be at 10 a.m., lunch provided and playing. Gardening will be at 1 p.m. and cooking with Chris at 2 p.m.
On Monday, July 29, will be a ladies paddle night with kayaks! Free equipment; use ours or bring your own. Meet at the Bridgewater Community Center at 6 p.m.
On Tuesday, July 30, will be triathlon camp from 10-11:30 a.m., with lunch provided and playing. 12:45 p.m. outdoor adventure club $2/child. Equipment provided or bring your own. Back to the gym at 3 p.m.
Wednesday, July 31, will be a day trip to the Northern Maine Fair.
There are many events taking place during Mars Hill’s Homecoming Days. Join After the Bell as they host a 5K walk/run on Sunday, Aug. 11. Registration will begin at 8 a.m.; Kiddie Fun Run will begin at 9 a.m.; Race will start with walkers at 9:15 a.m. and Runners at 9:30 a.m. Awards be held following the race at BigRock. The race will start and end at BigRock in Mars Hill. Registration minimum donation $15. Registrations received by Aug. 1 will receive a T-shirt. All money raised will help support scholarships offered through After the Bell. After the Bell provides art enrichment, social interaction and exposure to life-long wellness activities to children when school is not in session.
Bridgewater Historical Association
The BHA would like to welcome everyone to come and enjoy the sounds of Outside In on Thursday nights from 6-9 p.m. There is no cover charge, however, donations are greatly appreciated as they help keep this event and the hall in operation. Refresh-ments are available at the hall.
We are still collecting items for our yard sales. If you would like to make a donation please contact any member of the BHA or call Jann at 425-7901. Please, no clothing or electronics.
We are planning to hold a canine cop demonstration in the near future at the hall. So keep your eyes open for updates on this and other events at the BHA hall.
Thank you all for your support.
Aroostook Health Center
Upcoming events for the week of July 24-30 include: Wednesday will have the Beauty Parlor at 8:30 a.m., Table Tennis at 9:30 a.m., Crossword Challenge at 1:30 p.m. and Mars Hill United Baptist Church at 6:30 p.m. Thursday will have the Beauty Parlor at 8:30 a.m., Bingo at 9:30 a.m. and Horse Racing at 1:30 p.m. Friday will feature Team Bingo at 9:30 a.m. and Dayroom Cinema with popcorn at 1:30 p.m. Saturday will be a free day. Sunday will feature the Mennonite Hymnsing at 6:30 p.m. Monday will feature Moving and Memories at 9:30 a.m., Nail Beautiful at 10 a.m. and Gospel Group at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday will feature the Beauty Parlor at 8:30 a.m., Bingo at 9:30 a.m. and Card Games at 1:30 p.m. All of these activities are subject to change. If you would like to volunteer to help with any of these activities, call Connie or Vicki at 768-4915.
Kicking Bear 2013
On July 12 and 13, Maine State Police Sgts. Brian Harris, Josh Haines and Chad Fuller, along with Troopers Shawn Whalen and Dennis Quint as well as Deputy Sheriff Mitch Wheeler, attended Kicking Bear, a weekend-long mentoring/camping event that is held in Bridgewater each year. The event is geared towards at-risk children and families and is based on bow hunting and outdoor activities. Kicking Bear is a nonprofit organization that conducts these weekend events throughout the United States and several other countries.
On Friday evening, Wheeler and his K-9 partner, Max, gave a demo on their ability to search for drugs, suspects or missing persons.
On Saturday, Sgt. Fuller conducted a K-9 demo with his patrol K-9, Gleni, and the assistance of Tr. Quint. Tr. Whalen conducted a bomb team demo and also a K-9 demo with his bomb K-9, Bailey.
This year’s event was attended by approximately 200 children and their families with the demos being one of the most anticipated and popular events. This is the third year that troopers have attended and helped out at the event activities; there are a lot of positive comments about the troopers’ continued attendance at the event.
Friday began with participants arriving to set up camp before eating burgers and hotdogs. After dinner, kids enjoyed many games such as tug-of-war, water balloon toss, races, marshmallow fights and more.
Saturday began with a hearty breakfast before the mandatory safety meeting. The kids were divided into groups and introduced to their leader. Each group went out to one of the stations set up on the property. After each one shot at the target, they went on to the next station. At 1 p.m., a delicious dinner of turkey and roast pork was served up.
Awards and prizes were handed out following the meal. Cooper Foster of Monticello was presented with a Lifetime Hunting and Fishing License by Vicki McCrum, in memory of her husband, Keith.
Tomi Henderson is the correspondent for Mars Hill, Blaine, Bridgewater and Westfield. She can be reached at 429-9126 or e-mail tomihen@yahoo.com.
