Check presentation
The Easton School District Wellness Team gratefully accepted a check for $1,715 from The Central Aroostook United for Student Emergencies (The CAUSE) as well as $450 from local donors.
The CAUSE was a joint fund-raising effort between Central Aroostook school districts, Citadel Broadcasting, Presque Isle Rotary Club, University of Maine at Presque Isle and national radio celebrities Lamar, Bob and Sheri, who were on hand for a fund-raising dinner and auction earlier this year. Funds were raised to benefit needy school children in Ashland, Caribou, Easton, Fort Fairfield, Limestone, Mars Hill, Presque Isle and Washburn. The CAUSE sponsored an auction with donated local items going to the highest bidder.
The Wellness Team would like to say thank you to all who generously donated their time or items for this wonderful opportunity to team up for The CAUSE.
Birthdays/anniversaries
On Dec. 16, Carlos and Suzette DeCruz will have an anniversary. Happy anniversary to you both. Also on Dec. 16, Elve Patterson and Carson Flewelling have birthdays.
Dot Waugh and Kevin Pelletier will be celebrating their birthdays on Dec. 17.
On Dec. 18, Taylor Scanlin, Debra Nicholson, Jacob King, Christopher Demerchant, Brian Lunney-Winger, Kristi White and Bertie Bird turn another year older.
On Dec. 19, Terry Chalou and Toni Day will celebrate their birthdays. Happy birthday to you both.
Dec. 20 birthday wishes go out to Cindy Fuller, Kristen Fitzherbert, Katelyn White and Scott Dumond. Also on that day Ryan and Holly Cushman will celebrate their anniversary.
On Dec. 21, Jenna LLoyd and Amber Mullen have birthdays. Clair and Eldora Carter also have an anniversary that day.
On Dec. 22, John Tompkins, Laura Sims Gallitano, Jeffrey Hitchcock, Megan Bradley, Caleb Richardson and Bill Sweeney IV will be another year older. Also on that day Bill and Sheree Sweeney have an anniversary to celebrate.
Blessings to you all on your special day.
The $500 shot
At the Easton Bears game last week, Sean Daniels, of Easton, made the half-court shot that put $500 in his pocket. Sean graduated from Easton last year and played on the Easton Bears’ team. He really made us proud.
Sean only has one arm due to a harvest accident. He has never given up and always tries to do better. He can play basketball as well as any other player. And obviously he can shoot well with one hand, as he proved by making the half-court shot.
Congratulations Sean, you deserve it. We are very proud of you.
Open house
Heidi Thompson will be having an open house at her home on the Station Rd. on Dec. 19 from 1-7 p.m. You will have the pleasure of touring her home and counting her Christmas trees, if you can count that far. She has a lot of them. There will be light refreshments served.
Trailblazers plan party
The Easton Trailblazers Snowmobile Club will hold their Christmas party on Dec. 19 at the Odd Fellows Hall at 6 p.m. The party will begin with a Yankee swap, with the gift maximum of $10. Everyone is encouraged to join in as the snowmobile season is here.
Not a member? Applications will be available at the meeting.
Rec news
The Easton Recreation Department and the Youth Advocacy Program will be offering a Parents Night Out on Monday, Dec. 21, from 4:30-8 p.m. at the hall. (Please note the change in date from Dec. 22). This is a great time for parents to do some last-minute shopping, gift wrapping or just go out to supper without the kids. The cost is $2 and supper will be provided. Open to children in grades 1 and up.
Rec calendar
Wednesday, Dec. 16 — Junior activities (for ages 2 through ECP) at the hall from 9:30-11 a.m. Kindergarten swim lessons depart at 1 p.m. and return by 2:30 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 17 — Seniors’ Game Day in the recreation room at the manor starting at 11 a.m. Please bring a bag lunch. Christmas gift-making after school until 4:15 p.m. Pre-registration required!
Friday, Dec. 18 — Junior activities at the hall from 9:30-11 a.m. The seniors’ group will be departing from the hall at 11 a.m. to have a Christmas lunch with the ladies from the Washburn Recreation group. If you are willing to bring bread/rolls or a dessert, please let Hillary know.
Monday, Dec. 21 Junior activities (for ages 2 through ECP) at the hall from 9:30-11 a.m. Seniors’ Christmas fondue party in the recreation room at the manor starting at 11 a.m. The cost is $5. Karate lessons after school until 3:45 p.m. Pre-registration required. Parents’ Night Out from 4:30-8 p.m. at the hall. Open to grades 1 and up. Supper will be provided. The cost is $2.
Tuesday, Dec. 22 — 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 Debbie Smith
CHECK PRESENTATION — Mr. Keenan is pictured presenting a check for $1,715 to Easton teachers for use toward necessities and school supplies for needy students. The funds were made possible through the efforts of The CAUSE, an organization established to raise money for student emergencies. Pictured with Keenan, from left: Mrs. Goulet, Mrs. Kinsey, Mrs. McQuade and Mrs. Barrett.
Photo courtesy of Debbie Smith
SEAN DANIELS is all smiles after making a half-court shot for $500, courtesy of Katahdin Trust, at a recent Easton game.
Photo courtesy of Hillary Trainer
ACADIAN VILLAGE TRIP — During their last “Wacky Wednesday” field trip this summer, the Easton Recreation Department visited the Acadian Village. Seen posing on the boat are, from left: Matthew Poole, Chris Busse, an unknown individual, Hunter Turner, Deven Austin, Zachary Clark, Katie Cyr, Abby Poole, Carson Flewelling, an unknown individual, Blake Bradley, Allison Austin, Sydney Trask, Kaylee Austin, Raven Plourde, Carter Mazerolle, Ethan Luciano, Taylor Burtt, Cody Tompkins, Riley Mazerolle, Connor Burtt and our tour guide.
Photo courtesy of Debbie Smith
THIS PIRATE could be seen at Kaden Arnett’s house recently, helping the youngster celebrate during Kaden’s 6th birthday party.
Photo courtesy of Debbie Smith
A PIRATE-THEMED PARTY was held to mark Kaden Arnett’s 6th birthday. Pictured at the event are, from left: Kaden Arnett and Ben Pelkey.
