Craft fair boosts Mapleton Daze coffers

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On Saturday, April 13, the Mapleton Daze Committee hosted their annual Spring Craft/Vendor Fair at the Mapleton Lions Hall.  

The committee thanked all who attended and said the support they received ensures the ongoing success of Mapleton Daze, now in its 30 year.  Folks attending praised the quality and selection of items available at the fair.

The committee announced there would be a crafter/vendor fair during the Daze on Saturday, June 29, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Mapleton Elementary School playground, outside, rain or shine.  Those who wish to participate need to let the committee know. There is no cost for crafters and vendors to have a space, but they must complete an application and submit it before June 1. Contact the committee through their Facebook page and they will send an application.

The Mapleton Daze Committee hosted the annual Spring Crafters/Vendors Fair at the Mapleton Lions Hall. Donna Thibault displays some of her special decorative plant creations. She reported an excellent turnout at the fair.
(Courtesy of Terry Sandusky)

Daze T-shirts

What better way to show pride in Mapleton and the tri-community area than to wear a Mapleton Daze T-shirt and/or hat? The Mapleton Daze Committee announces that 30th anniversary T-shirts and Hats are now available.  Rod Brewer helped with the ordering/printing; orders are now being accepted.

The first style T-shirt has the 30th anniversary logo provided by Taylor McDonald. Available T-shirt colors are light blue, hot pink, bright yellow, maroon, black and purple.

The second style has a maple leaf logo, which can be customized with the 30th Mapleton Daze logo if desired.  This special logo was provided by Brent Dyer. Maple Leaf shirts come in: white, light gray or cream.

Hats with the maple leaf logo are available with a choice of the 30th Mapleton Daze on the logo or not.

Visit the Mapleton Daze Facebook page for more information.  Shirts arts are available in kids and adult sizes. If interested in ordering, send them a PM  on the Facebook page indicating what item, its color and size, or send an email to: lynnelle.foster@maine.edu  or laurie.boucher@maine.edu.  

Church fundraiser

The West Chapman Advent Christian Church will host “Grub & Games” on Saturday, April 27, at 5:30 p.m.

This fundraiser will feature a variety of soups, breads and desserts. Bring your own bowl. Supper will be followed by a time of fellowship and playing board games of all types.

All donations will benefit the church’s renovation project on its new entryway, as well as improving handicapped accessibility to the entire building.

All are welcome to join the fun.

At the April 15 Mapleton, Chapman and Castle Hill Seniors’ luncheon, the group honored the local Red Hat Ladies for their community service and involvement in community events. Some of the Red Hat group join the potluck serving line at the luncheon.
(Courtesy of Terry Sandusky)

Seniors host Red Hats

The Mapleton, Chapman and Castle Hill Seniors held a special luncheon with the Mapleton Red Hat Ladies as their guests on Monday, April 15.

The Red Hat Ladies were recognized for their community service to Mapleton, Chapman and Castle Hill residents.  To honor them, senior member Terry Sandusky led everyone in a “Christmas in April” Yankee Swap of special gifts provided by the seniors group.  Everyone had a fun time.

The next luncheon will be held at the Mapleton United Methodist Church at 11:30 a.m. on May 6.  This is a potluck luncheon, so bring a dish to place alongside the terrific home cooking of your neighbors.  

At this meeting the group will plan its Memorial Day food sale at the Mapleton Lions Memorial Day Parade and play some rousing bingo games.  Everyone over 50 is welcome.

First Friday Lunch

The monthly First Friday Luncheon will be held Friday, May 3, at the Mapleton Methodist Church.  Spring will be in full swing and the chefs will plan a surprise luncheon. The real joy is sharing a meal with longtime friends as well as making new friends, sharing family updates, and telling stories.

There is no charge for the lunch, but donations will be accepted.  

Correction

In a photo that ran in last week’s column, showing the Chapman Select Board, town meeting moderator Mike Ireland’s name was inadvertently omitted. We regret the error.

Terry Sandusky is the Star-Herald correspondent for Mapleton, Chapman and Castle Hill and can be reached at 764-4916 or at starherald.Tsandusky@gmail.com.