Blodgett honored
Matthew Blodgett received the American FFA degree at the 82nd National FFA Convention in Indianapolis on Saturday, Oct. 24. It is the highest degree awarded by the National FFA Organization and recognizes Matthew’s demonstrated leadership abilities and outstanding achievements in agricultural business, production, processing and service programs.
Less than one in 154 FFA members advance through their local chapter and state FFA degree programs to earn this national degree.
Matthew, the son of Bruce Blodgett and Lisa McPherson, is currently attending NMCC to pursue a degree in diesel hydraulics technology and is hoping to pursue a career in production agriculture. He is a member of the Easton FFA chapter and his agricultural education instructor is Kevin Marquis.
He received a gold American FFA Degree Key and a certificate in a blue leatherette frame to commemorate the achievement. The recognition program is sponsored by Case IH, Farm Credit, Pioneer Hi-Bred, a Dupont Company and Syngenta, as a special project of the National FFA Foundation.
The national FFA convention is the nation’s largest youth gathering organization of 507, 763 student members — all preparing for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture- as part of 7,439 local FFA chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. The National FFA organization changed to its present name in 1988, in recognition of the growth and diversity of agricultural education. The FFA mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. Visit www.ffa.org. for more information.
Congratulations, Matt, for such a great accomplishment. We are all very proud of you. Great job, man.
Birthdays/anniversaries
On Monday, Dec. 9, J.R. Kierstead and Travis Ferris have birthdays.
On Thursday, Dec. 10, Norm Trask, James Cilley, Patricia Coffin and Karen Clark all have a birthday to celebrate.
There will be a day to celebrate on Dec. 11 for: Keegan Robbins, Christopher Bomar, Carl Mullen III, Delaney Leach, Joseph Leach and Bertha Hafford. Happy birthday to you all.
Dec. 13 those celebrating birthdays include: Heidi Burtt and Joan Turner.
On Dec. 14, Eldora Carter, Kim Embelton, Ginger Nelson and Cheryl Thibeau will all have a birthday to celebrate. A very special birthday wish to Cheryl Thibeau. Have a great day.
There are quite a few birthdays on Dec. 15. They are: Tracy Hammond, David Richardson, Jason Rooney, Jack Dionne, Taylor Lawrence, Hannah-Jo-Burch and Lunden Tibbitts. Blessings to you all on your birthday.
Traveling
Marj Niblett has left Easton to go to Florida for the winter.
Also, Marie Hewett left on Dec. 1 for Bangor. Mike and Rae-Lynn Hewett took her to Bangor where she will continue on to her daughter, Mary Ellen’s, in Florida, until after Christmas. Maurice and Patti Hewett will join them for Christmas at Mary Ellen’s. Also a cousin from southern Maine will be going down for a few days. Hope you have fun, Marie. Think of us when you are down there in 80- or 90-degree weather.
Celebrate
Phyllis Nadeau celebrated her 75th birthday with a party given by her daughter, Laurie Martin, on Nov. 21. Many friends and family attended. Everyone had a good time celebrating Phyllis’ birthday. Happy late birthday, Grammy.
Kaden Arnett celebrated his 6th birthday with a pirate birthday. The party was held on Nov. 28 at the Odd Fellows Hall in Easton. Everything was centered around pirates. There were lots of friends and relatives there. Bampa and Nana Budreau, Grampy and Grammy Jordan, Debbie, Chris and Olivia Smith, Steve and Luke Budreau, Mom and Dad Arnett, and sissy, Kerrigan Arnett, and lots of little friends. They played games and looked for the hidden treasure and won prizes. Everyone had lots to eat and lots of fun.
Open house
Heidi Thompson will have open house at her house on the Station Rd. in Easton on Dec. 19 from 1-7 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.
Bridal shower
Sarah Sullivan was given a bridal shower by Casey (Richardson) Quint at the Easton Wesleyan Church on Nov. 28. There were lots of friends and relatives there. Sarah received lots of wonderful gifts. Sarah will be marrying Joe King on Dec. 26. Sarah’s parents are Larry and Lorena Sullivan and Joe’s parents are C.J. and Jodie King. We wish you both the very best.
Christmas puppet show
The Easton Wesleyan Church will be performing a “Veggie Tale Christmas” program with puppets on Dec. 13. The performances are at 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m. This is a very good program and you don’t want to miss it. Hope to see you all there.
Rec calendar
Wednesday, Dec. 9 — Junior activities (for ages 2 through ECP) at the hall from 9:30-11 a.m. Seniors’ Gift from the Kitchen program in the recreation room at the manor starting at 11 a.m. Please bring a sandwich filling to share with the group. Kindergarten swim lessons depart at 1 p.m. and return by 2:30 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 10 — Seniors’ Christmas dinner in the Easton Elementary School cafeteria at 12:30 p.m. After school program (Christmas movie) at the hall from 2:45-4:15 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 11 — Junior activities at the hall from 9:30-11 a.m.
Monday, Dec. 14 — Seniors’ Christmas treats program with Chris Finnemore from the Cooperative Extension. Lunch will be served. The cost is $2. Karate lessons after school until 3:45 p.m Pre-registration required.
Tuesday, Dec. 15 — Christmas gift making after school until 4:15 p.m. Pre-registration required!
Debbie Smith is the correspondent for Easton. She can be reached by e-mail at debbiesmith04_69@hotmail.com or call 488-5530.
Photo courtesy of Hillary Trainer
FIELD TRIP — The Easton Recreation Department visited Kings Landing Historical Village over the harvest recess. A great time was had despite the rain. Seen here watching a magic show are, front row, from left: Paige Flewelling, Isabelle Morin, Sara Gilman, Elise Allen, Breann Clatyon, Delaney Leach, Lydia Ferris, Cecelia Ferris, Mitchell Flewelling, Kody Carter, and Liam Maxwell. Second row: Acacia Kimball, Abby Thompson, Cecilia Morin, Wilder Mitchell, Brenna Maxwell, Landon Munn, Carson Flewelling, Carter Mazerolle, Linden McDonald and Recreation Director Hillary Trainer. In back: Leslie Ferris, Zachary Lamoreau, Aidan Maxwell, Madison Leach, Alex Allen, Hannah Ferris, Blake Bradley, Ashley Hersey, Kylee Carter, Marilyn Brown and Brandon Munn.
Photo courtesy of Hillary Trainer
“LITTLE KICKS” — A new program this year was the Easton Recreation Department’s “Little Kickers” Soccer program. Having a great time playing were, front row: Kassidy Brewer, Emma Lamoreau, Eva Callioras. Back row: Ben Pelkey, Marquis Czosnek, Kayden Arnett, Dylan Bing and Joseph Tompkins.
Photo courtesy of Hillary Trainer
GRADE 5 AND 6 GIRLS — The Easton Recreation Department’s 5th- and 6th-grade girls’ team recently competed in the Northern Maine Recreation Association’s tournament. Members of the team included, in front: Emma Bonner, Blake Bradley, Isabelle Morin and Delaney Leach. Second row: Delia Bonner, Paige Flewelling, Sara Gilman, Elise Allen and Cecelia Morin.
