The dates for this annual event are Friday, Aug. 15, Saturday, Aug, 16, and Sunday, Aug. 17. Please note that there will be no Thursday events this year.
The theme for the festival is “Generations Past, Present and Future.” The grand marshal is everyone’s favorite, Herman Doody, and the king and queen are Wendell and Joyce Doody.
Friday events so far include the Customer Appreciation Day at Katahdin Trust with a free hotdog roast starting at 11 a.m. at the bank parking lot.
Food booths will open at 5 p.m. and the Library Reading Awards will be held at 5 p.m. This will include their annual summer reading program awards and a story time.
An annual favorite is the WDHS Alumni Banquet which will be held at the high school, with the social hour from 5 to 6 p.m. and supper to follow. Please bring a salad, casserole or dessert. The meal consisting of beans, rolls and coffee, including place settings, will be provided. Donations will be accepted and new officers will be elected. For further information, contact Linda Seward at 498-8319.
There will be entertainment from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., provided by the Aroostook County Bluegrass Band, featuring bluegrass and bluegrass gospel at the Town Park on Main Street. Bring your lawn chair and come and enjoy. The rain location will be the Trailrunner’s clubhouse on Station Road. Any donations will be gratefully accepted.
From 8 to 10 p.m. J.R. Mitchell will be providing musical entertainment and karaoke on the porch of the Town Office. The rain location will be the Washburn Fire Department bays, and any donation will be appreciated.
One really special addition to this year’s Festival will be a showing of “Night at the Museum” for a Family Movie Night event on Friday starting at 8:30 p.m. The movie will be shown on “the big screen” and can be viewed from the soccer field behind the museum barn. Refreshments will be available and this event is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Washburn.
Main Street will be closed Friday from 4:45 to 10:30 p.m.; please use truck route (Canaan Avenue, Victoria Street and Hines Street’s Town Hill) for through traffic.
Saturday, Aug. 16, will begin with a super breakfast at the Washburn Trailrunners clubhouse from 6 to 9:30 a.m. The cost is a mere $6 and features a full plate of scrambled eggs, home fries, French toast, bacon or ham and coffee or juice.
Notice: Main Street will be closed all day Saturday. Please use truck route (Canaan Avenue, Victoria Street and Hines Street’s Town Hill) for through traffic.
An all-day event will be held at Story Park featuring a Medieval Troupe and will include various events throughout the day such as an archery exhibition and presenters in traditional costume.
The Arts and Crafts area will be located at Story Park on the corner of Main and Wilder streets, with set-up beginning at 7 a.m. with the booths opening at 8 a.m. The rain location will be at the Washburn High School. For further information, contact Paul Carter at 455-4714.
Please note that we are trying a new format for the following two items.
There will be a Children’s Bike Parade held on Main Street by the Town Office starting at 8:30 a.m. There will be first, second and third prizes awarded in age groups from 4-6, 7-9 and older. Immediately following the bike parade, there will be Baby Parade on Main Street at the same location for ages 0 – 3. Prizes awarded will be in the categories of Funniest, Most Decorative, Most Original, Smallest, Sportiest and Best Overall. For further information, contact Barbara Turner at 493-4405.
The parade lineup will begin at the high school parking lot, and the parade starts at 9:30 a.m. Contact Mike Umphrey at 455-8321 or 455-4836 for further information.
Registration for those entering tractors in the Antique Tractor Pull will be held at McCrum’s Plant on the Parsons Road starting at 8 a.m. For further information, contact Keith Boulier, vice-president of Maine Antique Tractor Club, Northern Branch, at 768-6911.
There will be a Living History Display on the front lawn of the museum starting at 8 a.m. The Salmon Brook Historical Society Museum will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be tickets for the Society’s quilt raffle available at the museum at a cost of $1 each or six for $5 for the quilt made and donated by Jill Fox. It is currently on display at the Katahdin Bank and tickets may be purchased there until the Festival weekend.
The Washburn Fire Department will be holding their famous Chicken Barbecue at the fire bay starting at 11:30 a.m. and going until food is gone! The Cost is $6 for adults and children under 12 eat for $3. The meal includes chicken, coleslaw, potato salad, chips, roll and a drink.
A fun Kid’s Carnival will be held at the school soccer field from 1 to 4 p.m.
The well-known McLaughlin Big Band will be performing in the Town Park from 1 to 3 p.m.
The Antique Tractor Pulls will be held at McCrum’s Plant on the Parsons Road at 1 p.m. Tractors must be pre-registered by ]noon. Registration for this event starts at the same location at 8 a.m. For further information, contact Keith Boulier at 768-6911.
There will be a wrestling demonstration at the Katahdin Trust parking lot from 1 to 4 p.m.
A Horseshoe Tournament will be held at 2 p.m. at the Thomas Brewer Park. Registration will begin at 1 p.m. for this double-elimination event. The cost is $5 per person, and the prize is half of total entry fees collected. This event is sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 177.
Paul Clayton and Friends will be holding a country music jam from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Washburn Elementary School parking lot. The rain location will be at the high school and donations will be appreciated.
The Washburn Rotary will hold their second annual Rubber Ducky 50/50 Derby at 4 p.m. with the launch point being at the Mill Pond foot bridges. There will be duck pre-sales at the Washburn Town Office and during the festival at the Rotary Booth in the Park. 170 little yellow duckies will be sold at a cost of $5 each, with the proceeds to benefit the Mill Pond Project.
There will be a Baked Bean Supper at the Civic Center from 4:30 to 6:40 p.m. with meal provided by the Lidstone Memorial Methodist Church. The cost of the supper and complete menu will be published in a later edition.
Starting at 6:30 p.m. and going to 8 p.m., a unique Family Video Dance will be held at Washburn District High School gymnasium. This is a special type of dance open to all ages from young to old. An admission fee will be charged. This event is sponsored by the Class of 2009 with assistance from KC and Company, with proceeds going to the Class of 2009.
Randy Michaud will be sharing his “Olde”-type country music talents at the elementary school parking lot. Donations will be accepted and merchandise will be available. The rain location will be the fire department bays.
ScapeGoat will be performing in the Town Park from 8 to 11 p.m. This is a much-appreciated group of talented musicians featuring a tribute to 1980s music and includes a light show. Rain location will be the Washburn High School gym.
The fireworks start at 9:15 p.m. on the hill behind the high school. The rain date will be Sunday, Aug. 17, same time, same place.
Sunday, Aug. 17, the delicious brunch is once again sponsored by the Perham Ladies group. It will be held at the Civic Center from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost is $6 for adults, children ages 5 to 12 $3 and those under 5 eat for free.
The Salmon Brook Historical Society museum will be open from 1 to 4 p.m.
There will be ATV Pull Registration starting at 11 a.m. rain or shine at a cost of $10 per class the pulls start at noon at the ATV clubhouse on Gould Street behind the Washburn Food Mart. Admission is free and cash awards will be given. For further information, contact Shawn Dube at 493-7770.
The next scheduled August Festival Committee meeting will be held on Monday, July 21, at the Civic Center starting at 5:30 p.m. Much help is needed, including committee members to take care of the Classic Car and Pick-Up Show and the annual Sunday Gospel Concert. Anyone or any group wishing to volunteer for these events is urged to contact Andrea Powers at 455-8485.
Please note that if volunteers are not forthcoming for these two events, it will be necessary to cancel them.
Birthdays
Those celebrating birthdays this week include: Earl Scott Easler, Lila McCrum, Larry Harrison, Derek Baker, Kenny Thibodeau, Connie Bell, Angela Pinette, Cassidy Tarbox, Charlotte Anderson, Andy Michaud, Christine Turner, Andy Turner, Mike Farley, Chris Tuttle, Nicole Pinette, David Boyce, Ruby Sands, Sara Regan, Parker Thompson, Ronnie Bragg, Maxine Harris, Rachel Rand, Cindy Boot, Charlene Drake, Brandon Helton, Matt Cole, Emma Whipkey, Diane Easler, Kent Corey and Troy Dobson.
Anniversaries
Anniversary wishes go out to: Skip and Autumn Creasey, Tom and Susan Berube, Lucky and Tammie Bragg, Clayton and Lavina Corey, Tim and Colleen Plumer, Andy and Donna Turner and Bruce and Tammy Berube.
Municipal notices
The Perham Town Office will be closed from Thursday, July 24 through Monday, Aug. 4.
Please note that as of July, Washburn’s newsletter the “Scoop” will be published only four times a year rather than monthly. This is part of the conscious effort the town is looking into to cut costs for the community. The next issue is due to be published in October.
Washburn is currently implementing the first annual Tax Club for the 2008-2009 fiscal year. This will enable property owners to pay their taxes over the course of the year, with the taxes being divided into 12 equal payments with the use of a payment book. Those wishing to take advantage of this program must fill out an application which is available at the Town Office, and returned with the first payment prior to the deadline of Friday, Aug. 15. If you have any questions regarding the Tax Club, please call the Washburn Town Office at 455-8485 for more information.
Rec Center summer fun
The summer breakfast and lunch programs are being held at the elementary school cafeteria, with breakfast served from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. and lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Meals are free for anyone age 18 and younger.
On Wednesday, July 16, there will be basketball with grades K-2 playing from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m., grades 2-4 playing from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and grades 5-8 playing from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. There will be swimming lessons from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Major League baseball teams will play at 5:30 p.m. and T-Ball will play from 6 to 6:45 p.m.
On Thursday, July 17, there will be K-2 soccer from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m., grades 3-4 play from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and grades 5-8 go from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Also on July 17, there will be arts and crafts for grades 5-8 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and grades K-4 goes from 10:30-11:30 a.m. The Minor League team plays at the elementary school field starting at 5:30 p.m.
On Friday, July 18, the special Field Day event will be Strawberry Picking at Goughan’s Farm with a lunch at Mantle Lake Park. Lunch is provided. The cost is $5 and the group will be leaving the Rec Center at 9:30 a.m. and returning at 1 p.m.
On Monday, July 21, there will be basketball for grades K-2 playing from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m., grades 2-4 playing from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and grades 5-8 playing from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The Major League baseball team will play at 5:30 p.m.
On Tuesday, July 22, there will be K-2 soccer from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m., grades 3-4 play from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and grades 5-8 go from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
On Tuesday, July 22, there will be cooking at the Rec Center from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and grades 2-4 will cook from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. There will be Minor League at 5:30 p.m.
The schedule for Major League Baseball this week includes: Wednesday July 16 No. 1 vs winner of No. 4 and No. 5, and No. 2 and No. 3.
On Monday, July 21, the championship game will be played with time and place to be announced.
Please note if it is raining on Tuesdays and Thursdays, soccer will be cancelled.
For further information on any of these programs, please contact Marcie at 455-4959.
Correction
In the article about the wedding of Jordon and Christy McLaughlin, it incorrectly listed Millie and Skip Bennett as proud grandparents when they are actually Jordon’s great aunt and uncle.The proud grandparents are Neil and Trudy Clark. Sorry for any inconvenience this error may have caused.
Washburn notes
The next scheduled August Festival meeting is set for Monday, July 21, at the Civic Center at 5:30 p.m. Volunteers are needed for several events. Those who have received their donor letters are asked to send in their donations as soon as possible.
TOPS will be meeting each Monday at the Washburn Trailrunners clubhouse, starting with weigh-in at 4:15 p.m. and the meeting from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. For further information, contact Birdena Cochran at 455-8353.
Friendly CoOp order week will be held from July 7-11 with a projected delivery date of Friday, July 18. Please phone or email your order to Brenda McCoy.
The Intermediate Camp will be held at Camp Nomacca starting on Monday, July 7, going through Friday, July 11, and the fee is $145. This camp is open to ages 11, 12 and 13 or students entering grades 6-8. The director is Sam Cobb and registration is from 10 a.m. to noon on Monday, July 7.
The Senior Camp at Camp Nomacca will be held from Monday, July 14 through Friday, July 19, and the camp is open to ages 14-18 or entering grades 9-12. The director is Terry Smith and registration is from 10 a.m. to noon on Monday, July 14. The cost for the camp is $145.
There will be tickets for the Salmon Brook Historical Society’s quilt raffle available at the Katahdin Bank where the quilt is on display. Tickets are $1 each or six for $5 for the quilt made and donated by Jill Fox.
Medicinal plants seminar
The Acadian Archives and Wesget-Sipu recently invited Natalia Bragg of Knot II Bragg Farm, in Wade, to give a workshop about the uses of native plants for medical purposes. The public was invited to the free four-hour event which took place on the campus of UMFK, and a good crowd of approximately 34 joined the workshop. The first hour was taken up with an Herb Walk including the Evangeline Gardens area where Bragg identified the various plants, herbs and roots that grow naturally in our environment, and explaining what they can be used for.
After the walk, the group returned to the lab on campus and, based on the knowledge acquired, they designed their own salve formulas. Some were intended for bones and ligaments and the accompanying pains. Natalia has heard back from some members of the group who noted their salves were “very” affective. Each participant went home with their salve and an original herbal salve formula, and all prepared to start their own herbal apothecary.
Bragg is a founding member of the Aroostook County Herb Association and has been a practicing herbalist for 39 years. This workshop was paid for and made possible by grant money to the college through local Native American tribes. There will be more workshops held in the near future at the campus of UMFK. For further information call Lise Pelletier at 834-7536.
Natalia also offers seminars at the Knot II Bragg Farm on the New Dunn Town Road, held on a regular basis throughout the summer months. All classes start at 10 a.m. and run for about four hours for a small fee. The next class will be about simple country remedies and is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 8, followed by How to Use Native Aroostook County trees to stay well, and on Friday, Oct. 10, participants will hear about making special herbal gifts, teas and vinegars made from easily accessible plants.
Christie Cochran is the correspondent for Washburn, Wade and Perham. She can be reached at 455-8034 or gramchristie@yahoo.com.
