PTCO plans Friday fundraiser
MARS HILL NEWS
by Tomi Henderson
The Fort Street PTCO will be hosting a Pampered Chef Bingo on Friday, Nov. 11, at the Fort Street Elementary School.
All PTCO members are currently taking orders and all orders will be put towards this fundraiser. If you are interested in placing an order or looking at a book, contact Jennifer Boyd at 429-8197. All fund’s raised will be used for school events and supplies.
The benefit breakfast for Diana Pottle
Diana Pottle sat for a picture with members of her family following the benefit breakfast held for her on Saturday, Oct. 29, at CAHS. Diana had two aneurysms on July 25 and has spent 55 days in the hospital. She will need another surgery in the near future. Pictured are, in front, grandson Zach Estabrook. Behind Zach are, from left: Diana, her husband Anthony Pottle, daughter Shallie Estabrook and granddaughter Ashley Estabrook. In the back are her brother Paul Howlett, sister-in-law Amy Howlett, daughter Jennifer Kilcollins, sisters Barb Howlett and Deb Howlett. The family wishes to thank everyone that attended the breakfast and took part in the silent auction. They appreciate the show of support and welcome your prayers as Diana readies for a second surgery.
Enjoying a great meal at the benefit breakfast for Diana Pottle held on Saturday, October 29, at CAHS were, from the left: Ray Jones, Fred Dearborn, Rita Dearborn and Loretta Jones. There were over 300 served for breakfast and most took the time to look over the 174 items that were on display for the silent auction.
Kathy Miller and Denise Carter helped organize the benefit breakfast for Diana Pottle held on October 29 at CAHS. There were 65 bidders for the silent auction, with a sizable amount raised to help Diana with the costs involved with her surgery. Winners of the raffles included: Joy Hewitt — Ton of Pellets, Darci Ladner — Ton of Coal, Rick Nadeau — Holub print, Bob McCurry — large gift basket, Jerry Bard — small gift basket and Travis Carter — wheel alignment. Special thanks go to the businesses and people that donated items for the raffles and silent auction.
Brian Cumming and Mike Kilcollins enjoy a laugh during the benefit breakfast for Diana Pottle held on Saturday, October 29, at CAHS. Although neighbors, they don’t often get a chance to talk unless they stop in the road!
Thanksgiving invitation
The Board of Directors of SAD 42 invites all senior citizens (60 years of age or older) who reside in Mars Hill, Blaine, Bridgewater or E Plantation to join the students for Thanksgiving dinner in the cafeteria/music room at Central Aroostook High School on Thursday , Nov. 17, at noon.
To facilitate planning, anyone wanting to attend must contact Wendy Grass by Thursday, Nov. 10, at 425-2811 to make a reservation. See you on the 17th.
Senior citizen meal program
The senior citizen meal program at Central Aroostook High School in Mars Hill is again being offered for a nominal fee. It is offered every Tuesday that school is in session. Contact Wendy at 425-2811 to sign up for this weekly program. Hope to see you there.
AHC events
Upcoming events for the week of Nov. 9-15 at the Aroostook Health Center in Mars Hill include: the beauty parlor at 8:30 a.m., Wii Bowling for staff and residents at 9 a.m., Karaoke with Fireman Fred at 1:30 p.m., Devotions with Velma at 2:30 p.m. and the East Ridge Church on Wednesday; the beauty parlor at 8:30 a.m., Bingo at 9:30 a.m., Horse Racing at 1:30 p.m. and the United Baptist Church of Mars Hill at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday; Friday, Nov. 11, is Veteran’s Day; APC Church Service at 3 p.m. on Saturday; Full Gospel Assembly at 3 p.m. on Sunday; Mall Outing at 9 a.m., Social Visits at 1:30 p.m. and Gospel Group at 6:30 p.m. on Monday; and the beauty parlor at 8:30 a.m., Bingo at 9:30 a.m. and Card Games at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday. If you would like to volunteer to help with any of these activities, contact Connie or Vicki at 768-4915.
Rotary Club
The Mars Hill Rotary Club met on Tuesday morning, Nov. 1, at 6:30 at the Aroostook Health Center. The special speaker was Deb Jacques of Eastern Maine HomeCare. She spoke to the group about Hospice of Aroostook, part of Visiting Nurses of Aroostook.
Hospice is not just for the last days of one’s life — it’s an opportunity to make the last few months of life better. It provides emotional, physical, psychosocial and spiritual support and helps the patient retain control of their care.
A person who needs this have a terminal illness and have a Primary Care Physician order their Hospice service. The hospice volunteer will provide support and encouragement to the patient and their family, provide respite for the primary caregiver, read to or play games with the patient or just be an ear to listen.
Hospice in Aroostook is very underutilized. It is important as it helps the patient with pain and symptom management and to have a better quality of life. The cost is typically covered by Medicare or a patient’s insurance.
To become a hospice volunteer, there are several training sessions, but volunteers find it very rewarding. For more information, contact Hospice of Aroostook at 498-2578, 800-439-1685 or visit easternmainehomecare.org/hospice.
Library news
The Walter T.A. Hansen Memorial Library is planning another online auction at www.biddingforgood.com this November and December. Anyone with questions or who is willing to donate items for the auction is asked to contact Ryan Shaw at 429-9500 or at rshaw24@yahoo.com.
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.
