Pastor Jason Coffman has recently been called to serve as the senior pastor of the Easton Wesleyan Church. He has served in pastoral ministry for over 15 years both as bi-vocational and in full-time ministry assignments.
He shares that he has a “beautiful wife named Penny who has put up with him for 18 years.” Penny has been a CNA for 18 years, and although being a nurse’s aide is difficult, she has sensed a calling to serve and care for the needs of people during her time in this role. Together they have three teenagers: Sean, 16; Jake, 15; and Lori, 13.
They are really excited about the opportunity to minister to those in the church and in the community. The family just arrived here from Indiana a few weeks ago and deeply appreciate the people of this community already! They were able to participate in the activities at Easton Field Days and met many wonderful people who have made them feel welcome. As they follow God in their call, they would appreciate any and all prayers. Welcome, Coffmans, we are glad to have you!
Girl Scouts
On Saturday, July 27, from 9 a,m, to noon Troop 691 will be having a bottle drive around Easton to assist in sending the girls to “troop camp” at Camp Natarswi in September. If you have bottles to donate and will not be home on Saturday morning, please call Kyla Legassie at 768-1441 or Sarah Bell at 768-0204 to make pick-up/drop-off arrangements.
Alexander graduates
Leah Alexander, of Easton, was among a record number of graduates — 3,169 — presented with diplomas at UMass Lowell’s 2013 commencement exercises on May 18 at the Tsongas Center at UMass.
Jones honored
Zachary Jones, of Easton, was named to the University of Southern Maine’s dean’s list for the spring 2013 semester. In order to be named to the list students must earn a grade point average of 3.4 or higher and carry a minimum of 12 credit hours.
Community Library
Did you know the Easton High School library is open every Tuesday during school summer vacation for the community to use? Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (closed noon to 1 p.m. for lunch). You can find the form to borrow books at eastonschools.org or fill one out on site.
Rec news
Science Camp starts next week and will run July 29 and 30 from 1-3 p.m. at the Hall. The cost is $20. Open to grades 1 and up. During this clinic we’ll build rockets and some other high-flying objects; and what would summer be without bubbles. We’ll even put a child inside a bubble. To register, contact the Rec Department at recreation@eastonme.com.
Calendar of events
Wednesday, July 24 — Field Trip to Paradise Mountain; the bus departs at 9 a.m. and will return at 3 p.m. The cost is $5. Children should have a flotation device, swimsuit, towel, water shoes and sunscreen! A picnic will be provided. Concessions and souvenirs will be available! Open to grades 1 and up.
Basketball Camp “Shoot the Hoop.” Two age groups will be offered. Grades 1 through 5 will practice from 5-6 p.m. at Easton Elementary School and grades 6 and up will work on their skills from 6-8 p.m.
Tee-ball 6 p.m. on the field behind the high school. This is a parent-run program, please get out there and “play” with your kids.
Softball playoffs at 5:45 and 7 p.m. on the ball field near the tennis courts.
Thursday, July 25 — Summer Day Camp; we will be celebrating Christmas! 9 a.m.-noon. Please send goodies for the Christmas gift bags. Breakfast and lunch provided.
Theatre Camp from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Hall.
Swimming at Fort Fairfield Pool departing from the Hall at 12:45 p.m. and returning at 3:15 p.m. Must be able to swim the width of the pool or be accompanied by an adult/child care provider.
Minor League game at Washburn. Children should be at the field by 5:10 p.m.
Shoot the Hoop grades 1-5 from 5-6 p.m. and grade 6-11 from 6-8 p.m.
Softball playoffs at 5:45 and 7 p.m.
Friday, July 26 — Swimming lesson; departing from the Hall at 8:30 a.m. and returning by 10:15 a.m. Pre-registration required. Open to ages 4 and up.
Playgroup at the Hall from 10:30-11:45 a.m. Lunch provided.
Theatre Camp from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Hall. Theatre Camp performance at 4 p.m. at the Hall; open to the community.
Softball playoffs 5:45 and 7 p.m.
Saturday, July 27 — Softball plays offs at 9, 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. on the field near the tennis courts.
Sunday, July 28 — Softball finals at 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. All teams barbecue at 4:30 p.m.!
Monday, July 29 — Summer Day Camp; we will be going on a tour of Covered Bridge Potato Chip Factory in Canada. A birth certificate and release form must be on file to attend this trip; 9 a.m.-noon. Breakfast and lunch provided.
Garden Group from 12 to 12:45 p.m.
Swimming at Fort Fairfield Pool departing from the Hall at 12:45 p.m. and returning at 3:15 p.m. Must be able to swim the width of the pool or be accompanied by an adult/child care provider.
Science Camp from 1-3 p.m. at the Hall.
Tuesday, July 30 — Summer day camp; we will be having all the fun of a sleepover, including tie-dying T-shirt from 9 a.m. to noon at the Hall. Breakfast and lunch provided. Science Camp 1-3 p.m. at the Hall.
