Mars Hill area news

United Methodist Women
    The April meeting of the United Methodist Women was held on April 14 in the church vestry. A 12 p.m. luncheon was served by hostesses Joan Walsh and Clara Hussey, assisted by Ruth Sylvester and Elaine Bailey. The Easton UMW were guests. A special food blessing was read.     President Janice Footer opened the meeting by welcoming the guests. She then led in the Purpose Pledge and Prayer.
    The secretary’s and treasurer’s reports were read and accepted as read. Diane Ketchum, treasurer, reported that $450 was realized from the recent food sale during the Winterfest. Diane also reported that the  unit gave $50 toward the Easton UMW Mothers Day Blanket Project.
    Several thank-you notes were received. Joan Walsh thanked the UMW for honoring her through the Heifer Project. She was awarded three flocks of chicken. These chickens provide food and income to the poor, struggling families in depressed countries as they can sell the eggs and/or produce more chickens.  She also received a Willow Tree Collectable.
    It was voted to have the annual Trash and Treasure on June 14.
    Wednesday, April 16, the Sub-District of the Northern Maine UMW met at the Presque Isle Methodist Church. Each member brought a gift for the silent auction. Joan and Elaine spent $20 to make up a box for Inter-Faith Food to be divided among local food cupboards.
    After the benediction, the meeting was turned over to Program Chairperson Joan Walsh. She conducted a very lively and interesting Bible quiz. Prizes were awarded. Cindy Anderson won the door prize – a potted plant of yellow daisies. It was announced that, from now on the meetings would begin at 12 p.m. with each one bringing a sandwich. Dessert and beverages will be provided.    
Winter Mania winner drawn
    The winner of the five $100 Dead River Cards were drawn during the April 15 meeting of the Mars Hill Rotary Club. Winners were: Linda Willette, Brad Drost, James Theriault, Brenda Drost and Steve Shaw (Roger said he’d give it to him).  
    The Club would like to thank all who participated and extend their congratulations to the winners.
Fireman’s Ball
    The Mars Hill Fire Department will hold their annual Fireman’s Ball fund-raiser on Saturday, April 26, from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. at he Mars Hill and Blaine Community Center. Cost is $20 per couple in advance or $25 at the door. Tickets can be purchased from any Mars Hill fireman. The band for the evening will be Overdrive. You must be 21 years of age to attend.
Bridgewater Community Club
    The Bridgewater Community Club will meet on Thursday, April 24 at 7 p.m. at the home of Eva Prest, 440 Boundary Line Road.
    The Community Club has been organized to promote friendship among women of all ages and to undertake projects that improve the community. Membership dues are $1 per month, and all interested women are invited to attend.
    For more information, please contact Cheryl Porter at 429-8002.
Bridgewater Family Sundays
    The final date for Sunday afternoon Rec Dept. activities for families will be April 27 at the Bridgewater Grammar School from 2 – 4 p.m. A variety of activities will be offered from snowshoeing, sliding, open gym, board games and more.