Easton Rec Department
to host softball tournament
EASTON NEWS
by Hillary Hallett
Easton Recreation Department will be hosting a single elimination co-ed tournament on Sunday, Sept. 8 during Westfield Jubilee Days. The games will be played in Westfield starting noontime. The cost is $50 per team. To register or receive rules, please e-mail recreation@eastonme.com.
Registrations must be received by Friday, Aug. 30; rosters are due by Sept. 6 via e-mail.
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Photos courtesy of Hillary Hallett
Larry Sullivan, a long-time Easton School Department employee, was recently recognized for his 17 years of service to the school. Seen here receiving his award are Larry Sullivan, at center, accompanied by Galen Flewelling, chairman of the Easton School Board, at left, and Roger Shaw, superintendent, at right. Mr. Shaw shared very kind words regarding Larry and his commitment to our schools, staff and students.
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DFI, INC.’S Easton co-ed softball team included, in front from left: Rebecca Allen, Leslie Ferris, Kate Parsons, Tonya Alexander, Jennifer Morin, Traci Halvorson and Carmen Bragg. In back: Scott Allen, Charlie Currier, Dan Ferris, Drew Sotomayor, Mark Sotomayor, Ian Sotomayor, Chuck Halvorson and Hunter Turner.
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THEATRE — They “broke a leg” during Easton Recreation Department’s first theatre camp. Putting on a show titled “Once Upon a Lily Pad” were, pictured from left: Director Valerie Schulz, Paige Lento, Jakob Long, Landon Donovan, Amelia Bate, Maggie McQuade, Grace Flewelling, Emma Deeves, Alexis Hayes and Brandon Donovan.
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TOURING FIREHOUSE — A special thank you to the Presque Isle Fire Department for getting us in out of the rain and for a great tour. Showing off their new badges are, in front from left: Kenzie Legassie, Amelia Bate, Gus Bonner, Blake King, Allison Bate, Devin Daniels, Olivia Bate, Alex and Stephanie LeClair. Second row: Ben Pelkey, Mitchell Flewelling, Kody Carter, Paul Bonner, Sydney Trask and baby Peyton Hallett. Third row: Dustin LaCroix, Kayla Symonds, Chris Busse, Carter Mazerolle, Collin Sotomayor, Delaney Leach, Wilder Mitchell, Shell Mullen and Ian Sotomayor.
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Senior trip
There will be a senior citizen field trip to Washburn for a barbecue on Thursday, Aug. 29, at 11:30 a.m. The bus departs from the Manor 10:45 a.m. Free and all are welcome to attend!
Junior Activities resume
The Easton Recreation Department offers a program for the youngest citizens every Wednesday and Friday when school is in session from 9:30-11 a.m. at the Hall. This is a great time to socialize your child(ren) and the adults have a good time too!
Rec soccer season starting
Please e-mail recreation@eastonme.com to register your child prior to the first scheduled practice. Don’t forget a note for the school giving your child permission to stay after school.
Soccer grades 1 & 2
This team will practice at the elementary school behind the playground on Wednesdays from 3-4 p.m. unless there is a game scheduled. Children must have a water bottle, sneakers and shin guards to participate; mouth guards are not necessary.
Soccer grades 3 & 4
This team will practice at the elementary school behind the playground on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-4 p.m. unless there is a game scheduled. Children must have water bottle, sneakers and shin guards each day to participate; a mouth guard is optional. Notes must be sent for school, children will not be able to call for permission to stay or equipment.
Soccer grades 5 & 6
Games will be played on Saturdays in September and October. Practices will be held on Tuesday evenings from 5-6:15 p.m. on the girls’ soccer field starting Sept. 17. Co-ed. Round Robins will be played most Saturdays in September and early October. There will be a Northern Maine Community Recreation Association Tournament for the closing of the season.
Rec calendar
Wednesday, Aug. 21 — Junior Activities Program from 9:30-11 a.m. at the Hall.
First and second grade soccer practice from 3-4 p.m. on the Recreation soccer field behind the playground.
Thursday, Aug. 22 — Happy Days at 11:30 a.m. in the Recreation Room at the Manor.
Third and fourth grade soccer practice from 3-4 p.m. on the Recreation soccer field behind the playground.
Friday, Aug. 23 — Junior Activities Program from 9:30-11 a.m. at the Hall.
Monday, Aug. 26 — Senior Nutrition Class at the Manor starting at 11 a.m. Please bring $3 to help cover the cost of food.
Garden & Cooking after school at the Hall until 4:15 p.m. Open to grades one and up.
Tuesday, Aug. 27 — Third and fourth grade soccer practice from 3-4 p.m. on the Recreation soccer field behind the playground.
Wednesday, Aug. 28 — Junior Activities from 9:30-11 a.m. at the Hall; this program is open to all children ECP age and younger.
First and second grade soccer practice from 3-4 p.m. on the Recreation soccer field behind the playground.
Hillary Hallett is the correspondent for Easton. She can be reached by sending an e-mail to: recreation@eastonme.com or call 551-7737.
