Scientists for a day
On Friday, Sept.12, approximately 40 students in grade 6 at Washburn Elementary School will be traveling by private charter bus to the Gulf of Maine Research Institute (GMRI) in Portland.
The students will be participating in Lab Venture!, a state-of-the-art interactive marine science learning experience, which is designed to allow students to explore the Gulf of Maine ecosystem hands-on, using real scientific methods.
The Institute is closely linked to the community, strategically focused on the Gulf of Maine bioregion, and complemented by a unique research interface that engages primary school students and the general public with marine science. Designed to make science more accessible to the general public, the Cohen Center features LabVenture!, which uses technology and a curriculum specifically designed to engage middle school students with cutting-edge marine research. LabVenture! is a two-and-a-half-hour, hands-on learning experience that includes a multimedia group presentation along with free-standing digital kiosks featuring interactive touch screens, an array of scientific tools and large plasma display screens that guide students through a series of research activities.
After their visit, students can retrieve a digital online scrapbook that includes microscope images, team photos and video research reports created during their visit. Teachers will have access to a free online library of standards-aligned learning activities that makes it possible to integrate up to a full year of marine science into their lesson plans.
This is a special program where students in either 5th or 6th grades from every community in Maine have the opportunity to participate in this program free of charge. A mix of statewide and local donors makes this program possible for students in our area.
Support for LabVenture! includes contributions from Charles Edison Fund, Katahdin Trust Company, Maine Mutual Group, Maine Potato Board, Maine State Eagles and Oakhurst Dairy.
Birthdays/anniversaries
Those celebrating birthdays this week include: Rene Bragg, Taylor Howe, Suzanne York, Katie Olcott, Norman Tuttle, Martha McIntosh, Valerie Bragg, Brandon Berube, Maxine Wardwell, Sterling Bragg, Jason Rouse, Kelly Baker, Nancy Tarr, Daniel Easler, Monica Alley, Dylan Drost, Wesley Farley, Deanna Sargent, Roger Hewitt Sr., Dale Turner, Jesse Maynard, Gayle Dickinson, Margaret Chapman, Tyler Dobson, Blake Harvath, Albert Gabourie, Josh Pike, Janet Peary, Terri Farley, Lydia Sperrey, Jordan Chandler, Anne Carter, Shawn Thompson, Cayla Robbins, Glenna White, Alexa Salch, Chris Haines, Kellie Carmichael, Rachel Campbell and Christian Forcier.
Anniversary wishes go out to Matthew and Amy White, Dan and Jody Morin and Larry and Peggy Ross.
Town notes
New summer hours for the town office are Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. with the lunch hour remaining from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and Fridays from 7 a.m. until noon. These hours will remain in effect until further notice.
Please note that the SCOOP for September has been published and can be found at various businesses in town as well as at the Town Office, and there are interesting items from each of the town departments included. The next issue of the SCOOP will be published in December.
The Cemetery Association asks that all flowers and decorations from the cemetery lots be removed on or before Monday, Sept. 15. This will allow the Grounds Department to get all of the necessary work done in the cemeteries before it gets too late. The summer crew for the cemetery included Josh Gildert and Travis Drost, and, as usual, they did a great job this summer. The mowing is now being taken care of by Roger Hewitt, since the boys have gone back to school.
There are plenty of Property Tax and Rent Refund application forms available at the Town Office.
There are various items for residents on heating your home this coming winter. Included are programs provided by the USDA Rural Development and information concerning the Maine Firewood program. There will also be energy-related events taking place in our local area. For further information, contact the Town Office at 455-8485.
Rabies clinic
On Saturday, Oct. 18, there will be a Rabies Clinic held at the Washburn Civic Center from 1:30 to 2 p.m. The fees for dogs are: Rabies $8, Distemper/Parvo $9 and Lepto 4 $9. Fees for cats are Rabies $10, Female Leukemia $16, and Distemper $9. The rabies certificate must be presented in order to register your dog. For further information, contact Anne Carter at 455-8485.
Events/reminders
TOPS will be meeting each Monday at the Washburn Trailrunners clubhouse, starting with weigh-in at 4:15 p.m. and the meeting from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. For further information, contact Birdena Cochran at 455-8353.
The Salmon Brook Historical Society will be holding their quarterly meeting on Sept. 25 at the Washburn Civic Center at 6 p.m. There will be a potluck supper followed by a business meeting. Please bring a main dish or dessert and a place setting. Bring your friends and neighbors. All are welcome.
The delivery date for Friendly Coop will be Friday, Sept. 12. Please phone your order in to Brenda McCoy at 455-8421 or by e-mail bunny@ainop.com.
The youth programs have begun at the Washburn Pentecostal Church; ages 3 through 8 meet each Wednesday evening at 6:30 p.m. and the high school group meets each Friday starting at 7 p.m. Anyone needing further information may phone the church at 455-8511.
There will be a free baked bean supper served at the First Baptist Church on Saturday, Sept. 13, at 6:30 p.m. The supper is being put on by Janet W. Cooley, and all are welcome. Menu includes beans, hotdogs, potato salad and gingerbread with whipped cream.
Local artist displays work
Gene and Deb Cyr have been selected to show their photos during a special Art Exhibit and Silent Auction to be held at the Skyline Farm and Carriage Museum in North Yarmouth. It is entitled Fertile Ground, a venue for art that is inspired by Maine’s farmland and open spaces. This will be the first exhibition for Gene and Deb, and proceeds will go to benefit the nonprofit organization Skyline Farm.
On Friday, Sept. 12, from 5 to 7 p.m. there will be an opening reception with time set to meet the various artists. All exhibits will be on display from Saturday, Sept. 13 through Friday, Oct. 19, from noon to 3 p.m.
For further information on Skyline Farm, you may contact them on the Web at www.skylinefarm.org or writing them at 95 The Lane, North Yarmouth, ME 04097.
Rec Center news
The summer programs were well-attended and the summer staff included: Lottie Doody, Amanda Libby, Kayla and Bryan Schurman, Stina Snyder and Amy Reed; they all did a fine job. The sports volunteers included: Leland Caron, Owen James, Scott Olson, Randy Thompson and Andy White.
On Thursday, Sept. 11, there will be a soccer game against Easton at 5:30 p.m. and grades 5-6 have a soccer practice from 6 to 7 p.m.
On Friday, Sept. 12, there will be a movie for grades K-4 at the Rec Center from 2:45 to 4:30 p.m.
On Saturday, Sept. 13, there will be a round robin at Mars Hill for grades 5-6 soccer teams.
On Monday, Sept. 15, there will be men’s basketball at the high school from 6:30 to 9 p.m.
On Tuesday, Sept. 16, there will be a soccer game against Easton at 5:30 p.m.
New baby
Jenesca Charles Ingraham arrived at 6:40 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 28, weighing 8 pounds 7 ounces and was 20 and one-half inches long, with blue eyes and light brown hair. The proud parents are Barry and Jana Ingraham of Washburn, and she is welcomed to the family by helpful sisters Jenica Ray, Jayden Grace and Sierra Jean.
Her maternal grandparents are Raymond and Ardis Humphrey of Washburn, Uncle Dan and Aunt Jody Morin of Grand Isle, Uncle Joel Humphrey and Uncle Jere Humphrey, as well as cousins Kaleb, Reece and Derrick.
The paternal grandparents are Charles and Linda Ingraham of Cary Plantation; paternal great-grandmothers Margaret Ingrahm and Bessie Wright of Houlton. Uncle Brian Ingraham of Carmel, Uncle Bryan and Stacey Bubar and Cousins Tayler, Gage and Delaney of Littleton.
She is also the great-granddaughter of the late Maurice and Esther Bugbee and Nellie Humphrey, Clayton Putnam and Theodore Ingraham.
A baby shower was given on July 12 and the guests were asked to guess a date, weight and height for the expected baby. Those winning prizes were Linda Brown and Jayden Harris for guessing the closest date; and Ann Knight won a prize for guessing the weight, missing by only one ounce and the height missing by only one quarter of an inch.
Jenesca was presented with her welcome cake by her Grammie Ardis Humphrey which was shared by family and friends.
Library news
There will be a special Apple Story Time at the Washburn Memorial Library is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 15, at 5:30 p.m. and activities will include crafts and refreshments. All youth through grade 4 are encouraged to join in on the fun.
The Women, Work and Community Program will be starting on Sept. 17, at 9 a.m. and will be held bi-weekly throughout the winter months unless the schedule changes due to weather or other reasons. The final Reminiscence Group-2008 will be meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 1. The new group for 2009 will be starting after harvest. Anyone wishing to join may attend the Oct. 1 meeting, or phone the library. The school book groups will begin again after harvest. For further information on any of these programs, phone Librarian Kathy Corey at 455-4814. The library hours are: Mondays and Wednesdays from 1 to 7 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on Friday from noon to 4:30 p.m.
Christie Cochran is the correspondent for Washburn, Wade and Perham. She can be reached at 455-8034 or gramchristie@yahoo.com.
