Day, Barton recognized
MARS HILL NEWS
by Tomi Henderson
In a continuing effort to recognize outstanding student citizenship, the faculty of Central Aroostook Junior-Senior High School announces that Kennedy Day and Josh Barton have been selected as the January Students of the Month. They were selected in recognition of their commitment to the pillar of character.
DAY
Kennedy is a member of the eighth-grade class and lists reading and science as her favorite subjects. She is the manager of the softball team and is a member of the junior high basketball team. Kennedy is also class president, a Student Council and Yearbook Committee member and takes part in chorus. Kennedy also participates in Aroostook Team Leadership Camp (ATLC). She enjoys walking and swimming in the summer, playing basketball and being with her family and friends. Her future plans involve going to college to get a good education. She is thinking about becoming a physical therapist or pharmacist. Kennedy is the daughter of Greg and Sonja Day.
BARTON
Josh is a member of the sophomore class and lists French and civics as his favorite subjects. He is a member of the French Club and is a teacher’s aide. He enjoys art, reading, swimming and four-wheeling. His future plans involve attending college to be a teacher or physical therapist. Josh is the son of Bill and Stephanie Barton.
The February meeting of the Mars Hill UMW was held in the church vestry on Feb. 8, with nine members present. Hostess Diane Ketchum read a special food blessing before all enjoyed sandwiches brought from home. Hot and cold drinks and chips were provided. The tables were decorated in the valentine motif, with paper tablecloths, napkins, plates and individual favors of valentine candies. A delicious cream layer cake was served by Diane and her assistant, Judy Sawin Stahnke.
After an hour of socializing, President Elaine called the business meeting to order. She led all in the UMW Purpose Pledge and Prayer. Members enjoyed hearing of different acts of kindness done over the past month by various members.
The secretary’s and treasurer’s reports were read and accepted as read. Diane Ketchum read several thank-you notes from those that received monetary gifts as part of the UMW Missions Project.
The present prayer chain list was reviewed and changes made. A new list will be made and distributed. Joan Boone reported on a recent project — the cleaning out of the upstairs Sunday School rooms. Members were pleased with the hard work done and the good results.
Donna Brewer reported that after looking for new chairs for the church vestry, she and her committee had purchased 48 chairs at a very reduced price. They will be delivered soon.
Diane Ketchum, program chairman for the day, spoke of “Pledge and Budget.” She passed out the proposed budget and members reviewed and revised it, before members voted to accept the proposed budget for 2010. Pledges were passed out and members responded with monetary gifts to be presented to the UMW Northern District.
The meeting ended with all repeating the UMW Benediction. Members attending were: Elaine Bailey, Diane Ketchum, Judy Sawin Stahnke, Frances Banks, Janice Footer, Donna Brewer, Joan Boone, Joan Walsh and Clara Hussey.
The Mars Hill Rotary Club met on Tuesday, Feb. 9, at the Aroostook Health Center .
The special speaker was Tammy Delong, Medicare specialist with the Aroostook Area Agency on Aging. She works with senior citizens and disabled individuals throughout Aroostook County to help them find the best drug and insurance programs to enroll in. Medicare typically covers 80 percent of a person’s costs, but the other 20 percent can be partially or wholly covered in a variety of ways, with a number of programs available depending on the individuals circumstances. In the past year, Tammy has worked with around 3,000 people.
If you would like to schedule a time to meet with Tammy Delong to review your choices, call 764-3396 or 800-439-1789 to make an appointment.
Copies of “I Remember When in Mars Hill” are now on sale at the Mars Hill Town Office and several other businesses in town. At a cost of $25, these books include 37 stories of Mars Hill through the years. Written by various individuals, there are stories and memories about local and farm families, sports, Main Street , postal service, Eagle Scouts and much more.
The Mars Hill Rotary Club and The Aroostook Medical Center are teaming up to put on a Community Health Fair at Central Aroostook High School on May 1. The goal of the health fair is to save lives by promoting health screenings and education about the most common health conditions that affect the people of Mars Hill. The fair will also feature healthy food, door prizes, and fun activities for the entire family. A planning committee comprised of representatives from the Rotary Club and TAMC is working on the event.
Kelly Lundeen is spearheading the effort for the Rotary Club and Kerry Watson-Blaisdell will head the considerable effort for TAMC. Lundeen feels that “the partnering of the Mars Hill Rotary Club with The Aroostook Medical Center is an excellent way for both groups to serve this community.”
The Walter T.S. Hansen Memorial Library in Mars Hill will be having an online auction beginning on Feb. 1 and lasting through the month of February. The Web site is: www.biddingforgood.com/.
Many items are available, including autographed sports memorabilia from the Boston Bruins and Boston Red Sox, tickets to sporting events throughout the state, gift cards, food items, Disney tickets, Amtrak tickets and much more.
If anyone would like to made a donation to the library, donate a memorial book or magazine, or help out the library in some other way, you may do so directly at the library at 10 Hansen Street in Mars Hill or by mail at P.O. Box 1008, Mars Hill, ME 04758. Questions may be directed to Tammy Delong, trustee, at 425-1007 or the library at 429-9625.
The East Ridge Union Church in Mars Hill will be showing the film “Flywheel” on Saturday, Feb. 27, at 5 p.m. Admission is free. The production is from the creators of “Facing the Giants” and “Fireproof.” Join Jay Austin on the ride of his life.
The spring semester of SAD 42 Adult Education classes will begin on Monday, Feb. 22, and run through Thursday, April 15. All classes begin at 6 p.m. and will be held at the Central Aroostook High School:
• Quilting — Monday and Thursdays, with Instructor Patsy Glidden;
• Woodworking — Thursdays, with Instructor Blair McCartney;
• Knitting — Mondays, with Instructor Rita Kingsbury; and
• Kick Aerobics — Mondays, with Instructor Marilyn Burtt.
A registration fee of $15 will be charged for each class and pre-registration is required. Senior citizens 60 years of age and older will be admitted free of charge. For more information and/or to register, call Kathy at the Superintendent’s Office at 425-3771. Some classes are limited in space.
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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THE CAHS CHEERLEADERS were honored at a reception on Tuesday, Feb. 9, to recognize their State Class D title. This is the third year in a row that the CAHS cheerleaders have brought home the state title. Pictured, first row, from left: Front Row: Coach Sami Allen, Mariah Brewer, Kellie Stitham, Brittni Mosher, Sarah Michaud, Whitney Klein and Coach Janice Mosher. Second row, from left: Rachel Donovan, Laken Kingsbury, Kyle Donahue, Alexis Brewer and Patricia Donovan. Congratulations team!
Photo courtesy of Tomi Henderson
HONORED AT THE RECEPTION for the CAHS cheerleaders on Tuesday night were Bert and Norma McCrum. Bert is the favorite bus driver for the CAHS teams, and his wife Norma is always welcome along. The fact that Norma keeps the teams supplied with cookies and sweets is just a small part of her appeal! Pictured, from left: Assistant Coach Janice Mosher, Norma McCrum, Coach Sami Allen and Bert McCrum.
Photo courtesy of Tomi Henderson
Photo courtesy of Tomi Henderson
THE STATE CLASS D cheerleading plaque was presented to CAHS AD Ryan Guerrette and Superintendent Roger Shaw by Assistant Coach Janice Mosher and Coach Sami Allen. Pictured, from left: Guerrette, Mosher, Allen and Shaw. This is the third state trophy won in a row for this talented squad. CAHS cheerleaders have now won eight state titles!
