The Easton Kiwanis’ Club met for their regular meeting on June 21st, with a barbecue and potluck supper. Eldora Carter said the Blessing and Keith Richardson led the Pledge if Allegiance before the meal.
HELPING HAND — President of the Easton Kiwanis Club, Mike Allen, presents Jessica Blackstone a check for the start up costs for the “ New Little Hands on the Farm Exhibit” — a project that Kiwanian Jessica is happily working on. This will be set up this year at the Northern Maine Fair at Presque Isle.
Club President Mike Allen opened the meeting with the collection of “Sad and Happy Dollars.” He reported that the service club had done well in spite of the poor weather, at the cookout on June 19th at the Pine and Spurs Riding Club Horse Show held in Maple Grove. He said that there were food items left over that can be used at the next fundraiser —the cookouts on Field Days in Easton beginning on Friday, July 8th. He reported that the new grill suffered a broken bolt while being removed from the truck, even before it had been used once. He was sure that it could be repaired before the next fundraiser. There was more discussion about the cookouts that would be held during Easton Field Days.
Esther Richardson reported that the Easton Kiwanis Club Scholarship Award went to Taylor Lawrence this year.
There was a report about the “Ride Across America” with people from other states riding horseback across the country and who would reach this area in time for the Potato Blossom Festival in Fort Fairfield.
They reported that they would like to be able to put 100 horses, including their own, in the parade.
There was more discussion on food and other items needed, as well as workers, for other fundraisers held the month of July. More will be decided at their meeting on Tuesday, July 5th.
Those attending were Mike and Loris Allen, Keith and Esther Richardson, Richard and Jean Kneeland, Clair and Eldora Carter, Bernard Hussey, Mike Cyr, Irene DeFonte and Barbara Blackstone.
Sympathy
Our sympathy goes out to the family of Dorothy Grace Nasser, 85, who passed away on June 26th. Grace lived in Fall River, Mass. She was the oldest of eight children. She was born in Easton on their family farm. Her favorite quote was “if you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything.”
Birthdays and anniversaries
On July 6th Derek White, Tiffany Lundeen, Elsie Johnson and Bernard McAdam all have a birthday. Traci and Tom Place and Renee and Andy Keep also have an anniversary on July 6th. Larry Holmes, Madison Ireland and Danny Clark will be celebrating their birthdays on July 7th. On July 8th Matthew Carter, Roger Lunney II, Michael Adams, Kelly Allen, Scott Richardson, Nathan Richardson and Patti Pendexter Yslaua all will be turning another year older.
Clinton Adams, Alicia Pelletier and Paul Warren all have a birthday on July 9th. Also on July 9th Pat and Wayne Brown have an anniversary. On July 10th Hayden Renee Keep, Mindy Desmond and Esther Richardson all have a birthday. Mike and Suzanne Adams have an anniversary on July 10th also.
Ethan Demerchant, Ethan Salavarria, Michele Dodge, Peter Verab, Eric Pelletier and Jeff Kimball all have a birthday to celebrate on July 11th. Also Paul and Dotty Dudley and Linwood and Sara Gray will both be celebrating their anniversaries on July 11th. Paul Harris, Julia Allen, Laura Messina and Dylan Demerchant all have a birthday on July 12th.
Blessings to you all on your special day.
Swimming lessons
Swimming lessons will be held at the Presque Isle Indoor Pool and are open to those ages four and older. Students will be split by abilities. Lessons will be held each Friday from July 1 through Aug. 5 at 9 a.m.; we’ll depart from the Hall at 8:30 a.m. The cost is $22 ($18 for additional child). All other lessons will be 45-50 minutes, unless specified.
Rec calendar
Wednesday, July 6 — State Hershey Track and Field meet in Bangor. Good luck to all our competitors.
Major League game cancelled.
Thursday, July 7 — Day Camp at the Hall from 9 a.m. to noon. Today’s theme will be “water,” come prepared to get wet. (Weather permitting). Breakfast and lunch served. Open to grades 1 and up.
Community Tea at the Hall starting at 3 p.m. Bring your favorite tea cup.
Minor League vs. Fort Fairfield at home at 5:30 p.m. Players should be at the field by 5:10 p.m.
Easton Field Days Cribbage Tournament at the Hall starting at 7 p.m. The cost is $2 to play. Please note the change in location from years past.
Friday, July 8 — Swim lessons departing from the Hall at 8:30 a.m. Lessons start at 9 a.m. at the Presque Isle Indoor Pool. Pre-registration required! Open to ages 4 and up.
Playgroup at the Hall from 10:30-11:45 a.m. Open to age 2 through those completed kindergarten.
Easton Field Days Garden Tour departing from the Hall at 1 p.m.
Easton Field Days Little School Open House from 2-4 p.m. on the Station Road.
Kiwanis Chicken Barbecue at the elementary school from 4-6:30 p.m.
Major League game vs. Limestone at 5:30 p.m. at home. Players should be at the field by 5:10 p.m.
Easton Field Days presents “13 Ways to Screw Up Your College Interview” in the high school gym at 7 p.m.
Saturday, July 9 — Easton Field Days!!!
Eaton Field Days Breakfast at elementary school café from 6:30-9:30 a.m. The cost is $6/adult, $3/children under 12.
Parade on Center Road starting at 10 a.m. from Perry Road to Wesleyan Church.
Craft Show, exhibits and amusements open at the school grounds at 11 a.m.
Zumba with Theresa at11 a.m. on the boys’ soccer field. Everyone is encouraged to give it a try! There is something for everyone. Featuring Zumba, Zumba Gold and Zumbatomic.
Little School Open House from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Station Road.
“Wag It” dog demonstration at 12:30 p.m. on the boys’ soccer field.
“Comedy with Character” by Randy Judkins starting at 2 p.m. in the Easton High School Gym. This show will feature juggling, magic and lots of audience involvement for young people and their parents.
The 18th annual Golf Tournament starting at 2 p.m. at West Ridge Golf Course. This is a four-person scramble; cost is $50/team. To register, call 429-9368.
Bean Hole Bean Supper from 4-6:30 p.m. at elementary school cafeteria. The cost is $7/adult, $3/children under 12.
Randy Judkins will perform at 7 p.m. in the Easton High School Gym. This performance is a blend of eccentric characters, Down East humor, inexplicable magic and expert juggling. It’s a guaranteed hit! Free admission — donations accepted. You don’t want to miss it!
Fireworks display starts at 9:30 p.m. at the school grounds. Concessions will be available; (Rain date Sunday, July 10).
Sunday, July 10 — Easton Union Church Service at 10 a.m. on the Ladner Road.
Co-ed Softball Tournament starts at 1 p.m. on the field near the tennis courts.
Concert — Kinney Trio starting at 2 p.m. in the Easton High School Gym. A love offering will be taken; light refreshments to follow. Thanks to the Easton Ministerial Group for organizing this afternoon’s events.
Monday, July 11 — Day Camp at the Hall from 9 a.m. to noon. Today’s theme will be cooking. Breakfast and lunch served. Open to grades 1 and up.
Senior Nutrition Class at 11 a.m. in the Recreation Room at the Manor.
Garden Group from 12-1 p.m. at the Hall.
Swimming at the Outdoor Pool from 1:40 to 4:15 p.m.; your child must be able to swim the width of the pool without a flotation device to go on this field trip without an adult.
Major League vs. Fort Fairfield at 5:30 p.m. Players should be at the field by 5:10 p.m.
Tuesday, July 12 — Day Camp at the Hall from 9 a.m. to noon. Participants will visit the National Weather Service in Caribou. Breakfast and lunch will be served. Open to grades 1 and up.
Minor League at Fort Fairfield; carpooling from the Hall at 4:50 p.m.
Debbie Smith is the correspondent for Easton. She can be reached by e-mail at debbie-smith04_69@hotmail.com or call 488-5530.
THE SENIOR CITIZENS of Easton took a trip to Houlton to the Horn of Plenty Restaurant on May 26th. Making the trip south were, from left, front row: Nina Trask, Joann Johnson, Marie Hewitt, Ida Doak, Eldora Carter and Margaret Adams. Back row: Gerald Shaw, John Trask, Vera Shaw, Jean Ann Ames, Arlene Ladner, Ezalee Smith, Lianna and Paul Demerchant, Clair Carter and Fred Wilcox.
HARD TO SIT STILL — The Easton Recreation Department’s Junior Activities Group visited the Wintergreen Arts Center for their end-of-year activity. Seen here for a quick shot in the first row from left are: Chloe Lento, Emily Long, Ashton Long, Zachary Pelletier, Curtis Wheeler and Kaeleigh Swanson. Row two: Jakob Long, Maggie McQuade, Trey Brewer, Gus Bonner and Josiah Fredette.
WILDER MITCHELL played a citizen of Lonesome Polecat during the Easton Elementary School play.
AWARDS NIGHT — The boys’ basketball certificates were recently passed out at Easton High School. Among those recognized were, at left, from left, Hunter Turner, Tyler Gadaire, Logan Sutherland, Harvey Brown, Carl Mullen and Athletic Director Steve Shaw.
