Karate demonstration rescheduled at Ashland Rec
ASHLAND NEWS
by Susan Feeney-Hopkins
The karate demonstration that was scheduled for May 15 has been rescheduled for Tuesday, May 22. It will still be held at the recreation center in Ashland. The instructors apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
Classes are still set to begin Tuesday, May 22, 29th and June 5th and will be held every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Instruction in basic martial arts techniques and self defense under Ketsugo Karate Black Belt instructors will be offered. The practice of martial arts improves physical fitness while at the same time raising confidence levels about one’s ability to handle various situations that could arise in today’s world. Adults, both men and women, as well as kids can benefit by getting into better shape, learning self discipline, and being confident.
Fore more information, contact Sensei Dave Ash at 435-6328 or Sensei Bill Graves at 764-1497.
The Tillikum Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star
THE TILLIKUM CHAPTER of the Order of the Eastern Star in Ashland recently elected their 2012-13 officers. Pictured are, from left, front row: Leon Buckingham, Hallie Baker, Heather Clark, Worthy Matron Sheila Buckingham, Worthy Patron Roy Clark, Leah MacDonald, Teena Buckingham, Barbara Rouse and Herb Klei. Back row: Jodie Reese, Rachel Stevens, Judi MacDonald, Rhoda Thombs, Andrea White, Mary Hews, Marshall White and Frieda Dickenson.
Tag sale
The VFW Ladies Auxiliary is looking for any items people may wish to donate for their upcoming tag sale June 8-9. Please contact Julie Berry at 435-7137 to arrange for pick up.
Ashland Logging Museum to host competition
The Ashland Logging Museum will host the Spring Logging Games Saturday, May 19 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The event will feature local loggers competing in a skidder obstacle course and a log loader skills game.
Demonstrations of traditional lumberjack round-up events will take place throughout the day. Logging equipment vendors will also be displaying equipment during the games.
Admission is $7 for adults and $3 for children under the age of 12. The Spring Logging Games will be held at the Ashland Trotting Park on U.S. Route 11, south of the middle of town. Activities for kids and concessions will also be available.
For more information, e-mail ashlandloggingmuseum@gmail.com or search Ashland Logging Museum on Facebook.
Aroostook River Voices Spring Concert
The Aroostook River Voices are now in full preparation for their Spring Concert being held Sunday, May 20 beginning at 2 p.m. in the new and wonderful Ashland District School auditorium. This 70-voice chorus includes people from high school age on up to “older seniors.” The theme for this concert is “Give Me a Melody.” It is the hope of the group that at the conclusion of the concert, the audience will leave whistling, humming and even singing some of the tunes they have heard.
Unlike most vocal groups, Aroostook River Voices does not rely on a few designated soloists. During this concert, the audience will hear 26 different individuals in solo vignettes. Also, one of the most unusual aspects of this group is the fact that during the concert, the audience will see and hear 31 different chorus members playing various instruments to help accompany and enhance the choral selections.
Many of the musical selections have been arranged by Jon Simonoff and Larry Hall. The audience will be treated to classical selections, gospel music, rock and roll, country music and folk music. The concert is sponsored by the Ashland Alumni Association. Refreshments will be served after the concert. Admission is free but donations will be accepted.
Portage Lake Military Honor Roll
The Portage Lake Historical Society is collecting names and DD-214 of military veterans who would like their names or the names of their loved ones added to the Honor Roll in town. The deadline for this is May 31. Please contact the Portage Lake Town Office for more information.
Susan Feeney-Hopkins is the correspondent for Ashland, Portage Lake, Oxbow, Masardis, Garfield, Nashville Plantation and the surrounding areas. She can be reached at 435-8232 or Feenhop@aol.com.
