Donations sought for Harvest Party
EASTON NEWS
by Debbie Smith
The annual Harvest Party will be held on Saturday, Oct. 22, from 2-4 p.m.
If anyone has Happy Meal-type toys they would like to get rid of, we could use them as prizes in a number of games we will have there. Donations of candy for the party are welcome as well. Admission to this event will be a can of soup to be donated to the Friends Helping Friends Food Pantry.
Christmas Bazaar
The Christmas Bazaar will be held in December. Children will be able to purchase gifts for $1 and have them wrapped. Gift items are needed (new or gently used) as well as wrapping paper, gift tags and bows. If people are cleaning over the harvest break, please think of the EPCO if there are items you no longer need. Surely someone thinks your junk is wonderful.
Birthdays/anniversaries
On Oct. 5, Dick Barker, Makenna Green, Lance Holmes, Emma Turner, Joshua Gilman, Harold Clark and Ryan Clark all have a birthday.
Celebrating their birthday on Oct. 6 are Pat Brown, Sheila Holmes, Johnna Lovely, Rea Lamoreau and Scott McEntee. Happy anniversary to Matt and Jessica Osgood on Oct. 6 as well.
On Oct. 7, Iva Miller, Maria Miller and Sara Gilman will be another year older.
Kay Clark, Carol Johnston, Melissa McEntee and Willow Fitzherbert all have a birthday to celebrate on Oct. 8.
Kristen Page has a birthday on Oct. 9.
On Oct. 10, Heather Nations, Peter White, Greg White, Amanda Miller and Theresa Lloyd will all be another year older.
Bill Crandall, Dale Hudson and Chase Flewelling all have a day to celebrate on Oct. 11. Also on that day, Travis and Sheri Carter and Mike and Marilyn Brown have an anniversary.
Blessings to you all on your special day.
FFA Big E trip
Photos courtesy of Debbie Smith
Easton FFA members that went to the Big E are, from left, front row: Brandon Hosford, Sydnee Waters, Toria Tarbox, Amanda Dayringer, Clay Plourde and Raven Plourde. In back: Carter Mazerolle, Logan Sutherland, Harvey Brown, Jessica Lawrence and Cody Embelton.
The Easton FFA went to the Big E. The team members were: Harvey Brown, Logan Sutherland, Jessica Lawrence, Amanda Dayringer, Cody Embelton, Carter Mazerolle, Sydnee Waters, Brandon Hosford, Clay Plourde, Raven Plourde and Toria Tarbox. The chaperones that went were Kevin Marquis and Julie Brown.
Friday morning they visited the Department of Education. Commissioner Bowen was busy with meetings. They visited the Governor’s Office but he was busy with meetings as well.
The Capital Building was toured and they visited the House and State chambers as well as the Appropriation Commission’s Room where we left a note for Rep. Tyler Clark.
These cowgirls are showing off some hats they found at the Big E.
They are from left: Amanda Dayringer, Jessica Lawrence and Julie Brown.
The group visited the Maine State Archives and were given a tour of the storage sites of the state’s most precious documents. They were shown an original copy of the Declaration of Independence, which was sent to each community in the colonies. Participants also had a chance to see and touch the original copy of the Maine State Constitution and also had a group photo taken with the document. Very few people, let alone students, are ever afforded this privilege.
VIEWING STATE CONSTITUTION — Standing in front of the original copy of the Maine State Constitution are, from left: Amanda Dayringer, Raven Plourde, Jessica Lawrence, Toria Tarbox, Sydnee Waters, unknown man holding the Constitution, Clay Plourde, Brandon Hosford, Carter Mazerolle, Logan Sutherland, Harvey Brown and Cody Embelton.
On Saturday morning while the business management team competed, the other students visited the Springfield museums. The students visited a Dr. Seuss display, as well as the science, fine arts and Springfield History museums. They also had the opportunity to tour the Christ Church Cathedral. This stone building features ornate carved panels from the finest German craftsmen, as well as beautiful stained glass windows. The Cathedral also features a huge pipe organ. When the lowest bass notes are played, the stone structure vibrates.
ATTEND Big E — Standing in front of the “Extreme Makeover” bus are, in front, from left: Brandon Hosford, Clay Plourde, Sydnee Waters Jessica Lawrence and Amanda Dayringer.
Back row: Toria Tarbox, Raven Plourde, Cody Embelton, Carter Mazerolle, Logan Sutherland and Harvey Brown.
On Saturday noon, the group enjoyed a semi-formal meal at the Olive Garden. Saturday afternoon we all visited the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. We were surprised to see the “Extreme Makeover Home Edition” bus in the parking lot when we arrived. The group had a few photos taken with the bus. An episode of the show was being filmed in Springfield.
Saturday evening participants attended the Eastern State Exhibition and visited many of the state pavilions and other exhibitions.
Unfortunately, Sunday they had to come home. It was a long ride home but everyone had fun.
Gymnastics Camp
Gymnastics Camp will be offered through the Easton Recreation Department the week of Oct. 3. The cost is $25. Open to children 4 years old and up. Classes will take place at the Hall. Space is limited.
Rec T-shirts
T-shirts are currently for sale through the Easton Recreation Department. The cost is $10; youth and adult sizes are available.
Zumba
Zumba with Zumba Toning will resume through the Easton Recreation Department on Oct. 11 through Nov. 17. The cost is $35 for once a week and $60 for two classes per week. Class will be held in the Easton Elementary School Gym from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Pre-registration is required and can be done at the Town Office. The instructor has a limited supply of Zumba toning sticks to use for the class. If participants wish to bring light weights, between 1-3 pounds, they can do so. If participants wish to purchase toning sticks they can contact Theresa Bonner at 488-6859 for more information.
Zumbatomic classes (Zumba for kids) will resume on Thursday, Oct.13, and run weekly through Dec. 8. The cost is $16 per child. Class will start directly after school at the Hall.
For more information on any Easton Recreation Department programs, call 488-6601 or e-mail eastonrec@myfairpoint.net.
Taking part in Wilderness Camp with the Easton Recreation Department were , pictured in front from left: Ashley Cowley, Emerson Dow, Mitchell Flewelling, Kody Carter, Emma Lopez and Matigan Dow. Second row: Lydia Ferris, Kyle Flewelling, Alexis Pelkey, Collin Sotomayor, Paul Bonner, unknown hidden from view, Chris Busse and Cecelia Ferris. Third row: Sara Gilman, Elise Allen, Alexandra Allen, Abby Allen and Hannah Ferris.
Rec calendar
Wednesday, Oct. 5 – Field trip to Kings Landing Historical Village; depart at 8 a.m. from the Hall and return by 5 p.m. The cost$7/children and $12/adults (please send exact American money). We’ll be touring the village in small groups. Please send your child with a bag lunch and layered clothing, as it can be cool along the riverbank. FYI, there is a general store but we will not be visiting the gift shop due to prices. Please wear your teal summer Recreation shirts! Checkout the website www.kingslanding.nb.ca/english/index.htm.
Thursday, Oct. 6 – Gymnastics Camp at All-Star Gymnastics in Mars Hill. Carpooling from the Hall at 9:10 a.m. and returning at 10:50 a.m. Pre-registration required!
Slumber Party Fun at the Hall. There is no fee.
Friday, Oct. 7 – Gymnastics Camp at All-Star Gymnastics in Mars Hill. Carpooling from the Hall at 9:10 a.m. and returning at 10:50 a.m.
Swim Lessons; bus departs at 12:30 p.m. and returns at 2:20 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 8 – Soccer Round Robin for fifth and sixth grade in St. Agatha; times TBA.
Monday, Oct. 10 – No recreation activities in observation of Columbus Day.
Tuesday, Oct. 11 – Meggido Paintball field trip; departing from the Hall at 8:30 a.m. and returning around 12:30 p.m. The cost is $25 for ages 12 and up and $15 for ages 11 and under. The younger group will go on a paintball safari and use super soakers. The older group will play scenario paintball. Birth certificate or passport required. We’ll be taking on Mars Hill in a “friendly” competition.
Swimming field trip, departing from the Hall at 12:40 p.m. and returning 3:10 p.m. The cost is $2. Your child will need a swimsuit and towel. Children must be able to swim across the pool without a floatation device to be in the water without an adult.
Fifth- and sixth-grade soccer practice from 5:15 to 6:30 p.m. on the girls’ soccer field.
Zumba with Zumba Toning resumes. The cost is $35 for once a week and $60 for two classes per week. Class will be held in the Easton Elementary School Gym from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Pre-registration is required!
Debbie Smith is the correspondent for Easton. She can be reached by e-mail at debbie-smith04_69@hotmail.com or call 488-5530.
