ISLAND FALLS — Construction on the northbound lane of Interstate 95 has caused organizers of the annual Island Falls Summerfest to juggle their schedule a bit to avoid the heavy traffic that the town is seeing.
The parade will take an off-highway, circular route on several town side roads, on Sunday, Aug. 4, at 1 p.m. Parking will be marked and enforced to ensure public safety. This year’s theme is “Hollywood Style,” according to Ruth Frazier, event organizer.
Lineup will take place on the Old Patten Road, with Phil Faulkner on hand to direct traffic. For additional information, contact Becky Drew 463-2372 or at the library in Island Falls or Faulkner at 463-2518. Pre-registration of floats is desired.
The following is the schedule of events for Island Falls Summerfest.
Friday, July 26
11 a.m. — Customer Appreciation Day at Katahdin Federal Credit Union. Prizes and refreshments will be served to customers.
9 p.m. — Fireworks at VaJoWa Golf Course (Rain date July 27th) Sponsored by donations from local businesses.
Saturday, July 27
Fishing Derby sponsored by Island Falls One Stop, Cyndi Mullen and Mike Charette.
6:30-9:30 a.m. — All you can eat breakfast at Fish N Game Club, sponsored by Island Falls Free Wheelers ATV Club. The cost is $7 for adults and $4 for children 10-years of age and younger.
9 a.m. to noon — Annual Bake/Trash n’ Treasure Sale at the Whittier Congregation Church, featuring homemade ice cream.
7-9 a.m. — Breakfast off the menu served when ordering at Birch Point.
9 a.m. — Canoe/Kayak Race at Pleasant Pond. Bring a friend and register at Birch Point at 9 a.m. Race starts at 10 a.m. Proceeds go to Dollars For Scholars. $10 per person entry. For more information, call 463-2515.
10 a.m.-2 p.m. — Car wash by donations at Island Falls Fire Department to benefit SACS cheerleading team to purchase stunting mats.
1 p.m. — The Mainely Music Chorus Barber Shoppers performance at Island Falls United Baptist Church. Sponsored by Island Falls Baptist Church and St. Agnes Church. The cost is $10 per person at door or call Jackie at 463-2625 or Laurie 463-2582 for tickets.
3 p.m. — Children’s Pageant to be held at Island Falls Municipal Building. The cost is $3 per person or $5 for immediate family only. Ages birth to age 14. Categories include: Baby Wee Ones up to age 12 months; Wee Ones, 1 year old; Tiny Tots, 2-3 years old; and Sunshine Kid, 4-5 years old. Both boys and girls categories if enough register. Register by calling Ruth at 463-2263 or show up to rehearsal July 24 at Island Falls Municipal Building. 6 p.m. Registration fee per child is $15. A Little Miss for ages 6-8 years old; Junior Miss, ages 9-11; and Miss for ages 12-14. Registration fee per child in each Miss category is $20. Hollywood Style theme.
7-10 p.m. — Music at River Café Restaurant.
Sunday, July 28
Fishing Derby ends.
12:30-5:30 p.m. — Kids Fun Day, including G-Force Laser Tag, bounce house, and games, sponsored by Jeff Brooks Equipment Service at Island Falls Municipal Building. Admission is free to all. Donations happily accepted for local playground funds.
Monday, July 29
10 a.m.-1 p.m. — MacDonald Farm Animals at Island Falls Library.
10 a.m.-5 p.m. — Katahdin Public Library Book Sale and Lemonade Stand.
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. — Open House Fish Stream Kennels, Crystal Road. For more information, call 463-2387.
6 p.m. — In Loving Memory of Jarrica Rose Emery Pet Show at Island Falls Municipal Building. All are welcome. Prizes to be awarded. All animals must be on leash. To register call Ruth at 463-2263 e-mail ifrec@fairpoint.net or come 15 minutes prior to show to fill out registration. Sponsored by Summerfest/Island Falls Rec. Admittance will be $1 per person and anything you can donate to local animal shelter, cat food, dog food, animal toys, blankets, bleach. etc.
Tuesday, July 30
10 a.m.-3 p.m. — Bridge Club Card Game at Island Falls Municipal Bldg. All are welcome. Bring bag lunch to eat around noon.
10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Katahdin Public Library book sale and Lemonade Stand.
6-9 p.m. — Country Jam Nite at The County Tavern and Eatery. Bring instrument and voices or just bring a friend and come listen. Donations accepted at door. Food available to purchase.
6:30 p.m. — Foul Shooting Contest at Island Falls Municipal Building for all ages boys and girls Sponsored by Island Falls Rec/Summerfest. Starting at 6:30 with ages 5 and younger, about every 15 minutes the next age group will start. The following age groups can participate: 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15,16-17 and 18 and older. Trophies will be awarded.
Wednesday, July 31
6 p.m. — Island Falls Fire Department vs. Oakfield Fire Department softball game. Come cheer your fire fighters on. Concessions will be available.
6 p.m. — Down Home Country Music Jam at Big Valley Sno Club. All musicians welcome. No charge for performers. $3 per person/$5 per couple. For more information, call Clint 532-2535.
Thursday, Aug. 1
6 p.m. — Kiddie Parade, Line up starts at local library/fire dept. and we will walk to local playground. Dress up Hollywood style, or favorite Hollywood person.
7 p.m. — Grave’s Institute of Self Defense open house at Island Falls Municipal Gym. Join Sensei Walter Garnett and students to see what it’s all about! Admission is free.
Friday, Aug. 2
10 a.m.-3 p.m. — Tours will be given at Tingley House, Rand Potato House and Jail House.
Noon-4 p.m. — Quilt Show at United Baptist Church, Cleaves Street. Lots of quilts will be displayed for people to see the talent of local crafters! For more information, call Libby at 463-3260.
7 p.m. — Mellow Endeavor performs at the ball field, weather permitting. In the event of rain, the concert moves to the Municipal Building. For more information, visit www.mellowendeavor.com.
Saturday, Aug. 3
7-10 a.m. — All you can eat breakfast at Masonic Lodge No. 206, Island Falls on Library Street. The cost is $7 for adults and $4 for children under age 10. For more information, call 757-8490.
9 a.m. until gone — St. Agnes Sodality Food Sale at Jerry’s Thriftway.
9 a.m. — 21st annual 5K Run/4K Walk. A children’s fun run begins at 8:45 a.m. T-Shirts will be given to the first 100 people. A Pie Run dessert, pie auction to follow with proceeds going to Agape Food Pantry of Island Falls. The cost is $10 per person to enter. E-mail to register or for more info at pjwhswcsw @gmail.com.
10 a.m.-3 p.m. — Tours will be given at Tingley House, Rand Potato House and Jail House.
10 a.m.-2 p.m. — Firemen’s Muster at Island Falls Municipal Building grounds. Come watch area fire departments compete in timed events involving the use of fire equipment and turn out gear. A barbecue will also be going on food for purchase.
4 p.m. — Children’s games featuring soccer kick, softball toss, skillet throw and Frisbee toss. This event is sponsored by the Island Falls Rec Department.
6 p.m. — Island Falls High School Alumni Banquet/Reunion. RSVP Becky by July 31, at 463-2372.
Sunday, Aug. 4
10 a.m.-3 p.m. — Tours will be given at Tingley House, Rand Potato House and Jail House.
10 a.m.-noon — Island Falls Fire Department Open House. Free blood pressure checks.
10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. — VFW Chicken Barbecue at VFW, Houlton Road. The cost is $8 per plate.
1 p.m. — 141st Summerfest Parade. Line up starting on Old Patten Road, circling to David Street and around. Contact Becky for registration or info 463-2372.
6 p.m. — United Baptist Church Hymn Sing. Come in and pick out your favorite hymn and sing along with others
Following the parade, events will be held at the Island Falls Municipal Building grounds, St. Agnes Catholic Church strawberry shortcake sale; children’s games sponsored by United Baptist Church; balloonist/magician Carroll Chapman, sponsored by Summerfest/United Baptist church.
“This N That” booths at Island Falls Municipal Bldg. either inside or outside are $10 per booth, with all proceeds going to towards Island Falls future playground equipment. Call Ruth 463-2263.
A bounce house/cotton candy/snocones/water slide (whether permitting) will also be set up. A barbecue with all proceeds going towards future playground equipment.
Photo Contest — Submit photos in clear protective sheets (unframed photos only). One photo entry per category. Write name and phone number on back of each photo submitted. Amateurs only, no professionals please. Photo will be displayed at the Island Falls Muncipal Building for people’s choice voting through the week. Winners will be notified by phone. It is your responsibility to pick photos up the following week at town office. FMI call 463-2263.
The deadline to drop off photos is Thursday, July 25. For more information call 463-2263.
The Historical Society is offering space rental for tag sale clients through the summer months, call Becky 463-2372.
