Rotary Club
The Mars Hill Rotary Club met on Tuesday morning at the Aroostook Health Center. Special speakers were: Donald Zillman – president of UMPI, Rachel Rice – media relations coordinator at UMPI, and Jason Parent – director of development and college relations at NMCC.
They spoke about the upcoming bond issues and told of the impact that passage of Bond 3 will have on the three campuses.
UMPI and UMFK would each receive $1.4 million. UMPI would utilize the funds for renovations at Folsom/Pullen Hall, the main classroom and laboratory building on campus. The improvements would greatly increase the energy efficiency in the 50-year-old building.
UMFK would utilize the funds to construct new classrooms and offices. The campus has seen enrollment increase more than 50 percent since 2003.
NMCC would receive $758,000 and use the funds for renovations in the Mailman Trades Building and A. K. Christie Complex. The project will incorporate upgrades to the heating and ventilation systems to aid energy efficiency.
Bond issue 2 will impact the research and economic development in Maine by making funds available for research grants for projects related to advancing Maine’s economy.
They urge voters to get out to the polls and hope that county folks will support the local campuses by passing both Bonds 2 and 3.
ACI/CAHS Reunion
The ACI/CAHS Reunion committee met on Tuesday, Oct. 23. Plans are under way for the reunion planned for July 24 – 26, 2008. A gospel concert, suppers, variety show, breakfast and parade are just some of the planned activities. A dance is planned for Saturday evening in combination with the Bridgewater Sesquicentennial/BCA Reunion activities. For more information, or to volunteer to help with any of the activities, contact Joe Shaw at 429-9012 or Connie Durost at 429-8193.
The next meeting will take place on Tuesday, January 22, 2008, at 6:30 at the high school.
Library news
The Walter T. A. Hansen Memorial Library is looking for volunteers. They would like to find someone that would be willing to write grants for the library and one who would coordinate the activities that take place at the facility.
There are also other ways that one can volunteer – sign up to decorate the library for the month, or to read and review a book. There are many things that need to be done that volunteers can do to help out the facility.
Upcoming activities include a Medicare Part D informational meeting/sign-up. More information will be provided when a date is set for this.
The library now has wireless Internet available.
The library hours are: Mon., Tues. and Thur. – 1:30 to 5:30 p.m.; Wed. – 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.; Fri. and Sat. – 9 a.m. to 12 noon. The phone number is 429-9625.
Book Club
The Tuesday Evening Book Club will hold an organizational meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 13, at 6:30 p.m. at the Walter T. A. Hansen Memorial Library. It is expected that the group will meet monthly at the library.
All are welcome and encouraged to bring their ideas and enthusiasm to the first meeting. Those who choose to participate will be expected to read a chosen book each month and attend the monthly meeting prepared to discuss the book. Each person will have an opportunity to select or help select a book for the group to read and lead the discussion of the chosen book.
For more information, please contact Rita Kingsbury at 429-9359.
Annual craft fair
The Episcopal Church of Mars Hill will hold their annual craft sale on Saturday, Nov. 3. There are openings for crafters to display their crafts. Please call Cherry Cowen at 429-9892 after 5 p.m. to reserve a space.
Cupboard date change
Due to Thanksgiving and Christmas falling after the regularly scheduled second distribution date in each month, the dates will be changed to Nov. 20 and Dec. 18 respectively. The cupboard is open from 6 to 8 p.m. on these dates.
The Cupboard’s usual distribution dates and times are the second and fourth Tuesday of every month. The second Tuesday is open from 1 to 3 p.m.; the fourth Tuesday is open from 6 to 8 p.m. The cupboard services the towns of Easton, Westfield, Mars Hill, Blaine and Bridgewater.
For more information, please contact Cathy Cropley at 429-8043.
Westfield hunters’ meals
The 9th Annual Hunters’ Breakfast will be held on Saturday, Nov. 3, from 5 – 8 a.m. at Campers Paradise, Inc in Westfield. Cost is $5. The menu includes: eggs, bacon, ham, sausage, home fries, pancakes, muffins, toast, coffee, hot chocolate, tea and juices.
To get to Campers Paradise, go to Westfield four corners. Take the Shorey Road to Simpson Road and follow the signs to the campground.
There will also be a baked bean supper that evening from 5 – 7 p.m. with live music following. For more information, call 429-8178.
Gun raffle/breakfast
The Bridgewater Recreation Department is holding a couple of fund-raisers. First is a gun raffle together with a $150 MAC’s Trading Post gift certificate. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased at the Northern Maine Truck Stop or at the Bridgewater Town Office. The gun can be seen at the truck stop. The drawing will take place on Nov. 3 at the Hunters’ Breakfast.
A Hunters’ Breakfast will be held on Saturday, Nov. 3, at the Northern Maine Truck Stop from 4:30 – 9 a.m. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $5 per plate or $6 at the door. Advanced tickets are available at the Northern Maine Truck Stop or at the Bridgewater Town Office. Door prizes will be drawn every half hour during the breakfast. You must be present to win! All proceeds will benefit the Bridgewater Recreation Department programs.
Bridgewater music jam
Bridgewater’s music jams take place each Thursday evening, during warm weather, from 6 – 9 p.m. and feature old-time rock ’n roll, country, oldies and standards.
For more information about the BHA, contact Denis Gagne at 429-8290 or Jann Votaw at 425-7901 or check out the Web site at www.bridgewatermaine.org.
Bridgewater Historical Association
The Bridgewater Historical Association meets the first and third Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall on Main Street. For more information, please call Denis or Gloria Gagne at 429-8290, Jann Votaw at 425-7901 or at www.bridgewatermaine.org.
Ladies Stitch and *itch Group
The Bridgewater Recreation Department has formed a Ladies’ Stitch & *itch Group. The group meets every other Tuesday night at 6:30 p.m. at the Bridgewater Civic Building. Ladies of all ages are invited to attend. There is no charge to attend. The group will meet on Nov. 13 and 27, and Dec. 4 and 18.
This is an opportunity to bring whatever you are working on: cross-stitch, embroidery, scrapbooking, sewing, etc., and share good conversation while working on your favorite project. If you do not have anything to bring, that’s OK too, as others will be willing share and teach.
All are welcome – you don’t have to be a Bridgewater resident to participate, so bring your friends, too! For more information, contact Chris Finemore at 425-6606.
Invitation
The Board of Directors of SAD 42 is pleased to invite all senior citizens (60 years of age or older) who reside in Mars Hill, Blain, Bridgewater or E Plantation to join the students for Thanksgiving dinner in the cafeteria/music room at Central Aroostook High School on Thursday, Nov. 15, at 12 noon.
To facilitate planning, anyone wanting to attend MUST contact Wendy Grass by Nov. 12 at 425-2811 to make a reservation. We look forward to seeing you on Nov. 15.
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.
Photo courtesy of Tomi Henderson
A SEASONAL CEMETERY has shown up on Pleasant Street in Mars Hill. Watch out for ghosts and goblins on Halloween night!
Photo courtesy of Tomi Henderson
A GHOULISH PLACE to be is Pleasant Street in Mars Hill. The neighborhood has really gone to the ghosts! 
