EASTON News
by Debbie Smith
There will be a benefit supper held for Kim Hammond at the Odd Fellow’s Hall in Easton on March 13 from 4-7 p.m. This will be a spaghetti supper with spaghetti, rolls, salad and dessert. There will be no set price for the meal, but donations are appreciated. There will also be a silent auction as well. Kim is in Bangor for the whole month of July for stem cell transplants. She will not be allowed visitors or won’t be able to even see her family for a month. Please keep Kim and her family in your prayers.
Photo courtesy of Hillary Trainer
Cross Country — This group from the Easton Recreation Department gathered before their “first ski of the year.” Participants included, pictured from left: Elise Allen, Sara Gilman, Kody Carter, Katelyn White, Mitchell Flewelling, Cecelia Ferris, Liam Maxwell, Lydia Ferris, Carson Flewelling, Collin Sotomayor and Kyle Flewelling.
Birthdays/anniversaries
On March 3, Robyn Hall (Pendexter), Riqui Tompkins, Sheree Sweeney and Wyatt Manning-Harris will all have a birthday.
March 4 birthdays include: Mitchell Lamoreau, Lisa Tompkins, Lauren Page, Kelly O’Mara, Emma Alexander and Malachi Saucier.
On March 5, Alan Dudley and Carolyne will turn another year older.
Happy anniversary to Debbie and Vance Smith and Daniel and Lydia Yoder on March 6.
On March 7, William DeNoon, Allison Fogarty, Elizabeth Martin, Renee Nadeau, Paige Flewelling, Cindy McAdam and Rodney Lagassie will celebrate their birthdays; Robert and Cheryl Clark will celebrate their anniversary.
James Desmond, Lisa F. Turner, Tommie Webber, Lizzie Yoder, Elizabeth Miller and McKenna Silvia will have birthdays on March 8; and Bonnie and Terry Clark will celebrate an anniversary.
On March 9, Tim York, Suzanne Adams and Kacie Getchell all have a birthday. Arlo and Gail McPherson and Debbie and Steve Rooney have an anniversary that day.
Blessings to you all on your special day.
United Methodist Women meet
The Easton United Methodist Women met for their February meeting at the church dining room with five members present.
A sack lunch was eaten before the meeting along with a cake provided by the hostess, Nina Trask. Pastor Sue was able to lunch with them before going on to another meeting. Devotions were held by President Eldora Carter, in the absence of Glenice Craig, with a special prayer for those on the prayer list, followed by the reading of the United Methodist Women’s Purpose.
The secretary’s and the treasurer’s reports were given by Marie Hewitt and both were accepted as read. Freda Dionne will be acting secretary in the future.
The quilt report remains the same with four baby quilts and two queen-size quilts for sale. The group made eight visitations during the month and the secretary sent out one birthday card.
Under Old Business, the group was reminded that it was voted to make a donation to the Easton Jr./ Sr. High School Senior Class for Project Graduation.
During Lent, the church will be collecting for the Battered Women’s Project. Their wish list contains: towels, twin sheets and blankets, lamps, alarm clocks, radio, bookshelves, bean bag chair, shampoo and conditioner, diapers, crib sheets, cooking and baking pans. It was also suggested that the President send for material for the Mother’s Day Sunday blanket drive for Church World Service.
The next meeting will be held at the church dining room on March 16 at 11:30 a.m., with a sack lunch prior to the meeting, and Freda Dionne as hostess.
Those present for this meeting were: Eldora Carter, Marie Hewitt, Freda Dionne, Lindy Fowler and Nina Trask.
Easton Kiwanis
The Easton Kiwanis held their last meeting for the month at the Odd Fellow’s Hall on Feb. 16, with nine members and two guests present.
A pizza and green salad supper was served before the meeting, along with a surprise birthday cake for Bernard Hussey who celebrated his 90th birthday on Feb. 3. He thanked the group and spoke some of trying to keep up with some of the young people at camp. He also spoke of his growing up years when he never had toys and that on his 90th birthday he was given a toy 1934 Ford truck. He told of his experience in driving a truck for the first time, with a load of wood, at a very early age.
Mike Allen opened the meeting with a Salute to Dollars. He reminded the Club that Senator Collins would be speaking at the Presque Isle Kiwanis Club on Friday, Feb. 19. Mike Cyr, Vaughn Martin, Bernard Hussey and Barbara Blackstone all planned to attend. Barbara is the Lt. Governor of this area now.
Mike also reminded them that a week from Saturday, Feb. 27, will be the Winter Carnival on Kinney Hill, if there’s any snow left. The Kiwanis will be cooking hotdogs and rolls, along with cookies and squares. Donations will be accepted.
Mike Cyr reported that there will be a special spaghetti supper held at the Wesleyan Church on March 13 for Kim Hammond. Kim is in Boston right now undergoing a procedure for cancer.
Mike asked different members just what Kiwanis does and how the money they make is used. Irene Dafonte suggested how some is used for scholarships, Thanksgiving baskets and toys. Loris Allen reminded them that they also help the Cub Scouts. Harold Clark brought up the yearly calendars and the Food Pantry which the Kiwanis helped get started. They also set up the Key Club at the Easton Jr./ Sr. High School in town.
Those attending were: Irene Dafonte, Mike and Loris Allen, Mike Cyr, Bernard Hussey, Harold Clark, Clair and Eldora Carter, Lt. Governor Barbara Blackstone and guests Jim Cilley, and the Allen’s grandson, Jeron Winger.
Snowshoe hike
The Francis Malcolm Science Center invites you to enjoy a Moonlight Snowshoe Hike on Saturday, March 27, at 6 p.m. The hike will take three-quarter to one and a half hours, depending on your choice of trail. Hot chocolate will be provided upon returning to the Science Center.
This event is being offered free of charge thanks to the generous sponsorship by Cary Medical Center’s Healthy You Program.
Snowshoes are available for your use, however, supplies are limited so you must reserve ahead. Book your spot today for this fun (and healthy) event. Reservations are required. Flashlights or headlamps recommended. Location: 776 Houlton Road, Easton; 488-5451.
The Universe of Dr. Einstein
On Saturday, March 13, at 6 p.m. (7 p.m. Atlantic) the Francis Malcolm Planetarium proudly presents this public program in honor of the 131st birthday of perhaps the greatest scientist who ever lived. In spite of his great popularity and legendary halo of white hair, Albert Einstein and his times remain relatively little known publicly. Come explore the wonder of Special and General Relativity as well as understand the global forces and circumstances surrounding the life of this unusually gifted and talented Jewish personality. For reservations into this new dimension, call 488- 5451 today! Location: 776 Houlton Road, Easton.
Photo courtesy of Hillary Trainer
HOOP-SHOOTING STARS — Winning the Fort Fairfield Knights of Columbus Free-Throw Shooting Contest in their divisions were, from left: Kylee Carter, 12-year-old category; and Madison Leach for the 13-year-old division.
Students of the Month
Alex Allen was chosen to be Student of the Month at Easton Jr./ Sr. High School for November. Alex is in the 7th grade.
Kaitlin Bennett was chosen Easton Jr./ Sr. High School’s Student of the Month for November. Kaitlin is a senior this year.
Ashley Hersey was selected as Student of the Month for December at Easton Jr./ Sr. High School. Ashley is in the 7th grade.
Jonah Bacon was named Student of the Month at Easton Jr./ Sr. High School December. Jonah is a sophomore.
Senior citizens’ class
Living Well Class starts Friday, March 12, for seniors in Easton. The Living Well Program is a six-week course to help people improve their health one step at a time. Participants will learn: how to set goals that are doable; stress management techniques; how to find solutions and support for problems; tips for coping with sadness, pain and extreme tiredness; how to relax and enjoy life; nutrition; exercise and communication skills. Lunch will be provided each class; a $2 donation towards the cost of food is requested. For more information contact Hillary at 551-7737 or Darcy at 768-4081. The class will be taught by representatives from TAMC and the Aroostook Area Agency on Aging.
Rec calendar
Wednesday, March 3 — Junior activities (for ages 2 through ECP) at the hall from 9:30-11 a.m. Gymnastics class in Mars Hill starting at 3:15 p.m. and returning at 4:30 p.m. Grades 5 and 6 girls’ basketball practice from 2:45 to 4 p.m. in the elementary school gym.
Thursday, March 4 — Senior Game Day in the recreation room at the manor starting at 11 a.m. Please bring a bag lunch. Grades 5 and 6 basketball teams play at the Mars Hill Community Center at 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. Teams will depart directly after school.
Friday, March 5 — Junior activities (for ages 2 through ECP) at the hall from 9:30-11 a.m. Little Bears’ End-of-Year Basketball Party from 2:45 to 4:15 p.m. in the elementary school gym. The Lady UMPI Owls will be on hand to work with the players and ice cream sundaes will be served. The Grade 5 and 6 basketball teams will play in Ashland. The girls play at 5:45 and 7:15 p.m.; the boys play at 5 and 6:30 p.m.
Monday, March 8 — Senior nutrition class starting at 11 a.m. in the recreation room at the manor. The cost is $2. Cross-country skiing at Ferris’s after school until 4:30 p.m. Little Bears’ basketball games. The first and second grade teams will play at 6 p.m. and the third and fourth grade teams at 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 9 — Swimming lessons at the Presque Isle Indoor Pool. The bus departs directly after school and will return to the hall at 4:30 p.m. The cost is $24 and lessons are open to grades 1 and up. The fifth and 6th grade basketball teams will play Limestone at home at 5 and 6 p.m.
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
Miss Phillips, a physical education teacher in Easton, poses in her dancing gear after a night of dancing recently with her phys-ed students and their parents and friends at Easton High School. It was a night of fun.
Photo courtesy of Debbie Smith
Dancing up a storm to the Virginia reel in Easton recently are Kerrigan Arnett with her dad, Calvin.
