EASTON NEWS
by Hillary Hallett
Duncan E. Beaton, long-time Easton resident and former town manager, passed away last month at the age of 87. Dunc served as Easton town manager from 1980-85. Many became acquainted with him through his love of sports.
He had a life-long love for hockey and was instrumental in the organization of the Gentleman’s Hockey League in Presque Isle.
He was a member of the American Legion, Rotary International and Republican Committees, in addition to the Maine Town and Cities Managers Association. After retirement, he enjoyed many trips with his wife, Dorothy. They visited throughout Europe, Asia and Central America. Easton has many fine memories of Dunc and we extend our sympathies to his family.
Looking for donations
The Little School Restoration Committee is having a yard sale at the Little School on Station Road in Easton on Saturday, Aug. 2, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
They will be accepting donated items for the sale up until Aug. 1.
Items can be dropped off at the Little School anytime (no clothing or electronics please). Someone will be checking to see that the items are put inside. For more information, contact Myrna at gardnerm3@myfairpoint.net.
Kiwanis Birthday Calendars
2015 is Easton’s Sesquicentennial! The Kiwanis Club of Easton wants to celebrate the town by creating a special Community Calendar for 2015.
It will have 12 different photos depicting the history of the community and will continue to have advertising for local businesses and everyone’s birthdays, as in the past. The cost of this year’s calendar will be $10.
In an effort to get the product out to everyone in November, the group is trying to have the order completed and sent to the printing company by Friday, Aug. 15.
Please call Loris Allen for more information at 488-6111. Checks can be sent to: Kiwanis Club of Easton, PO Box 291, Easton, ME 04740.
Easton Recreation
The Rec. Department will offer a basketball camp on July 28-31 at Easton Elementary School. The cost is $35; 3:30-4:30 p.m. will be for grades 1-5 and 4:30-6:30 p.m. for grades 6 and up. Pre-registration is required and available.
Rec calendar
Wednesday, July 23 — Field trip to Hartt Island; the bus departs at 8 a.m. and returns no later than 5 p.m. Bag lunches will be provided. Children should have sunscreen, a swimsuit and towel. Those unable to swim must be accompanied by an adult.
Major League semi-finals game TBA. Tee-ball at 6 p.m.
Thursday, July 24 — Day camp at the Hall from 9 a.m. to noon. The WOW Wagon from Wintergreen Arts will be joining us. Free for all participants. Breakfast and lunch provided.
Theatre Camp from 1-4 p.m. Swimming from 12:40-3:15 p.m. Minor League at Washburn 5:30 p.m.
Friday, July 25 — Swim lessons, depart from the Hall at 8:30 a.m. and return by 10:15 a.m.
Playgroup from 10:30-11:45 a.m. for children 2 and older. Children not potty trained must be accompanied.
Theatre Camp from 1-4 p.m.
Sunday, July 27 — Softball games: 3 p.m. Heidi’s Hope vs. Village People; 4 p.m. Sargents vs. West Ridge Farms; 5 p.m. BHP Transport vs. Easton Fire; and 6 p.m. BDI vs. DFI/RDC.
Monday, July 28 — Day camp at the Hall from 9 a.m. to noon. Today we will visit Mars Hill Country Club; free! Breakfast and lunch provided.
Sr. Nutrition starting at 10 a.m. in the recreation room at the Manor. The cost is $3.
Garden Group at the Hall from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Swimming at the Fort Fairfield Pool; the bus departs at 12:40 p.m. and will return at 3:15 p.m.
Basketball Camp at Easton Elementary School at 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. The cost is $35 for four days. Pre-registration is required!
Major League Championships; TBA.
Tuesday, July 29 — Day camp at the Hall from 9 a.m. to noon. Today’s theme is “water day.” Come prepared to get wet! Breakfast and lunch provided.
Basketball Camp at Easton Elementary School at 3:30 and 4:30 p.m.
Make–up softball games.
Wednesday, July 30 — Field Trip to Paradise Mountain; the bus departs at 9:30 a.m. and returns at 3:30 p.m. Cost is $5. Children must have a release form and birth certificate on file to attend.
Basketball Camp at Easton Elementary School at 3:30 and 4:30 p.m.
Tee-ball at 6 p.m. on the field behind the high school.
Hillary Hallett is the correspondent for Easton. She can be reached by sending an e-mail to: hillary_jt@myfairpoint.net or call 551-7737.
