United Methodist Women
The February meeting of the Mars Hill United Methodist Women met in the church vestry at 12 p.m. on Feb. 9, with 10 members present. After the blessing, the members ate their sandwiches, which each had brought from home, and enjoyed chips, drinks and desserts prepared by the co-hostesses Donna Brewer and Cindy Anderson.
After an hour of socializing, new President Elaine Bailey conducted the business meeting. She opened by leading all in the Purpose Pledge and Prayer. Four thank you notes were received for donations by the UMW.
The secretary’s and treasurer’s reports were read and accepted as read. The Meals on Wheels service in the Mars Hill area has been added to the regular designated Missions giving, with 19 area residents being served by the service. The prayer chain list was updated and new copies were distributed.
A change was made, and instead of responding to a Bible verse or a special word each meeting, the new president suggested we respond by doing a neighborly visit or by helping someone less fortunate.
Donna Brewer will be in change of investigating new round tables for the vestry. Donna and her committee will also be organizing the upcoming UMW Food Sale at the Winterfest activities on March 13 and 14.
The meeting was turned over to Diane Ketchum, who presented her program on “Pledge and Budget.” At a meeting in her home recently, Diane and her Committee met and prepared a proposed budget for 2009. She presented each one with a copy and the rest of the meeting was spent discussing and making corrections. Each one made a donation pledge, which goes to the UMW Northern District treasurer, which is eventually used for global missions. It was voted to accept the proposed budget for 2009.
After the benediction, the meeting was adjourned. Those attending were: Elaine Bailey, Frances Banks, Janice Footer, Joan Walsh, Joan Boone, Diane Ketchum, Cindy Anderson, Ruth Sylvester and Clara Hussey.
Spring Adult Ed
The SAD 42 Spring Adult Education classes will begin on Monday, Feb. 23, and run through Thursday, April 16. Classes start at 6 p.m. Classes being offered include: Quilting – Monday and Thursday (eight weeks); Cardio Kick Aerobics – Monday (eight weeks); Woodworking – Thursday (eight weeks); Welding – Tuesday (six weeks); Primitive Stitchery – Tuesday (six weeks); From the Dump to Devine – Tuesday (six weeks); and Basic Surfing (on the Internet) – Monday (six weeks).
Please call Kathy to register at 425-3771 to register. Some classes are limited, so register early.
Students of the Month
In a continuing effort to recognize outstanding student citizenship, the faculty of Central Aroostook Junior-Senior High School announces that Dylan Murray, Chelsea Hartin and Garrett Stiles have been selected as the January Students of the Month. They were selected in recognition of their commitment to the pillar of character.
Dylan is a member of the 8th-grade class and lists gym, English and math as his favorite subjects. He is a member of the junior high soccer, basketball and baseball teams, as well as the junior high chorus. Dylan enjoys sports, playing video games and hanging out with friends and family. He hopes to someday go to college. Dylan is the son of Francis Murray and Tina Poehler.
Chelsea is a member of the Junior Class and lists math, English and science as her favorite subjects. She is a member of the varsity basketball and softball teams, National Honor Society and is a mentor for elementary students. In her spare time, Chelsea enjoys playing basketball, reading, writing, drawing, skiing and being with friends and family. In the future, she plans to go to college, graduate with a major in pre-med or a master’s degree as a physician’s assistant. She would also like to raise a family and make a difference for Jesus Christ. Chelsea is the daughter of Stan and Paula Hartin.
Garrett is a member of the Junior Class and lists chemistry and U.S. History as his favorite subjects. He is a member of the varsity soccer, basketball and baseball teams. In his spare time, Garrett enjoys hanging out with friends, playing sports, snowboarding and playing video games. In the future, Garrett would like to go to college to seek a degree in criminal justice or something in the medical field. He is the son of Jeb and Shelby Stiles.
Rotary Club
The Mars Hill Rotary Club met at the Aroostook Health Center on Tuesday, Feb. 10, at 6:30 a.m. Rotarian Ed Wright gave an update on Horizon Wind Energy’s Bridgewater project. The system impact study is on track and is in the permit review stage.
The special speaker was Ryan Guerrette. Ryan is the athletic director at CAHS, works at Big Rock and is the UMPI golf coach.
The UMPI Golf team has 12 members. There were six players that competed in 10 matches, which are two-day events. The team is in NAIA District 3 and won the division this year. Ryan was also named Conference Coach of the Year.
The CAHS AD job is a busy one. He sets the schedules for all the sporting action. This year’s teams have done well. The CAHS Varsity Cheerleaders won the State Class D title for the second year in a row. The Varsity Boys Basketball Team is going into the Eastern Maine Tournament in second place and the Girls Basketball Team’s in fourth place. Varsity Boys player Manny Martinez became a member of the 1,000 point club. The Junior High Cheerleaders won the local small school competition. The CAHS Ski Team came in second in the county Alpine competition.
Big Rock has had good skiing this year. The “Ski for Free” Wednesday night promotion is a great success with 400 to 500 skiers out each Wednesday. Big Rock is thankful to Milton and Scott Adelman for their contribution of used ski equipment, which would have been worth around $40,000 when new. The equipment is being sold to raise money for the Youth Race Program and to date has brought in over $5,000. Thank you, Milt and Scott. A special thank-you also goes to Sargent and Tweedie for providing transportation from Utah to bring the equipment to Maine. There was over half a truckload of skis, boots and clothing.
Library happenings
If there is a topic that someone is interested in and would like to have a program on, please contact the library at 429-9625 or Tammy DeLong, trustee, at 425-1007.
The library is interested in offering computer skills programs for community members. Please call the library for information or to sign up for a class.
If your group is looking for a meeting space, the library is also pleased to offer free meeting spaces. Please call the library to reserve a space today.
Knit or crochet on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 – 7:30 at the library. Enjoy each other’s company while you work on your chosen project.
The library is open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 12:30 – 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.; and Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. – noon. For information, call 429-9625 or go to their Web site: www.wtahansenlibrary.com.
Bridgewater Community Club
The Bridgewater Community Club continues to meet on the last Thursday of each month with some exceptions. The February meeting will be at 7 p.m. at the Walter T.A. Hansen Memorial Library on Feb. 26. All are welcome. For more information, contact Pat Lenentine at 429-9444.
Bridgewater Creative Crafting
On the first and third Thursdays of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Civic Community Center in Bridgewater, crafters are encouraged to join together to work on various projects.
Bring your own supplies and projects as you share your knowledge of various crafts. Work together or individually with quilting, knitting, sewing, embroidery, crocheting, scrapbooking, etc. Everyone is welcome! For more information, please contact Chris Finemore at 425-6606 or Melody Goff at 420-4002. Come relax and enjoy yourself as you socialize with other crafters.
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.
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Photo courtesy of Tomi Henderson
LATEST 1,000 POINT CLUB MEMBER – CAHS Senior Manny Martinez became a member of the 1,000 Point Club at a recent game. He was presented with the game ball by CAHS Athletic Director Ryan Guerrette, left, and Coach Tim Brewer.
Photo courtesy of Tomi Henderson
A RECEPTION was held for the CAHS Varsity Cheerleaders to celebrate their recent Class D State Championship win, for the second year in a row. Team members include: Rachael Donahue, Brittni Mosher, Rachel Donovan, Sarah Michaud, Kyle Donahue, Whitney Klein, Patricia Donovan, Kayla Demoura, Mariah Brewer and Keri Pelletier. The team is coached by Sami Allen and Assistant Coach Janice Mosher.
