Halloween Story Hour planned
WASHBURN NEWS
by Tomi Henderson
Please join the fun at the Washburn Memorial Library on Friday, Oct. 28, at 5 p.m., to celebrate Halloween a bit early with a spooky Story Hour.
This activity is appropriate for children from age 3 to 10. Light refreshments will be provided. The library is located at 1290 Main Street, Washburn. If you have any questions, contact Librarian Katherine Veitschegger at 455-4814.
Minor League Baseball team
The Minor League Baseball team at the Washburn Recreation Department included, pictured from left: Edwin McLaughlin, Josh Jackson, Noah McLaughlin, Paul Tardie, Aidan Churchill, Adam Boot, Natalie Charette and Patrick Tardie.
Salmon Brook Historical
The Salmon Brook Historical Society will be holding their next meeting on Thursday, Nov. 3, at 6 p.m. at the Washburn Civic Center. A potluck supper will be followed by a business meeting. Bring a service setting and either a main dish, dessert or rolls. For more information, contact Dennis Harris at 455-8279.
Please be aware that, except for special requests for tours, the museum is closed for the season.
Girl Scouts need a hand
Area Girl Scouts are asking for help in keeping the little hands of area children warm this coming winter. The Scouts are asking for new or gently-used mittens and gloves which will be given to elementary school students. They can be either store-bought or handmade, and all sizes will be needed.
Donation boxes will be available at the Washburn Town Office, the Washburn Memorial Library and at the mailbox area at Salmon Brook Meadow.
Thank you for your help in this project. For further information, contact Christie Cochran at 455-8034.
Hunters’ Breakfast
The Rotary Club of Washburn will hold its annual Hunters’ Breakfast on Saturday, Oct. 29, from 4:30 to 8 a.m. It will be held at the Washburn Trail Runners Clubhouse at 48 Station Road in Washburn.
A traditional hunters’ breakfast will be served and door prizes will be awarded. Raffle tickets will also be available for a certificate capable of purchasing a hunting rifle. All are welcome to attend to help support the local Rotary Club.
Sesquicentennial book
The Washburn history book entitled “150 Years of Memories” is still available at the Washburn Town office, Monday through Thursday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Fridays from 8 a.m. to noon. It will also be available at the Washburn Memorial Library during normal operating hours. You may also order your books through Londa Brown at libbrown@msad45.net or e-mail ldcole1@roadrunner.com or gramchristie@yahoo.com. You may also phone Christie Cochran at 455-4959 or 551-6979 and leave a message.
The cost of the book is $20 with an additional $5 fee for mailing. All proceeds from the book will go towards the Washburn Mill Pond Project.
Birthdays/anniversaries
Those celebrating birthdays from Oct. 26 through Nov. 1 include: Alan Carter, Casey Bragg, Paula Plissey, T.J. Winslow, Alex Chasse, Drew Thompson, Alex King, Bill Fox, Logan Harvath, Ryan Whipkey, Diane Pelkey, Barb Caron, Bruce Blakney, Christie Cochran, Heidi Thompson, Josh Maynard, Kathy White, Tom Olson, George Seward, Mike Tupper, Linda Seward, Kristen Kramer, Marion Levesque, Marion Turner, Larry Worcester, Bill Fitzherbert, Laura Churchill, Morganne Emery, Carolyn King, Hillary Albert, Kim Clayton, Pamela Churchill and Sean Flanagin.
Celebrating their anniversary are: Ivan and Muriel Corey, Rodney and Martha Bouchey, Bob and Jackie Pribble, Eric and Julie Jencks, Larry and Linda Bragg, Ray and Ardis Humphrey, Harold and Barbara Hull, Matthew and Kathy Palmer, Marty and Kim Clayton, and Al and Tracy Whitten.
Tomi Henderson is the correspondent for Mars Hill, Blaine, Bridgewater and Westfield. She can be reached at 429-9126 or e-mail tomihen@yahoo.com.
