Osgood, a loyal fan,
honored at hometown basketball game
EASTON NEWS
by Debbie Smith
Fred Osgood was honored at a recent basketball game in Easton. Fred has been a loyal fan of the Easton Bears for many years.
Photo courtesy of Debbie Smith
Fred Osgood was presented with a well-deserved plaque for his many years of faithful attendance to Easton basketball games. Pictured from left are: Tom Osgood, Fred Osgood and Frank Keenan, Easton’s superintendent.
He used to be a basketball star in Easton a few years ago. Fred’s children also played basketball for Easton. Tom and Jeff, his sons, played ball for Easton and Tom made over 1,000 points in his high school career. His daughters, Laurie and Julie, played for the Lady Bears in Easton.
Fred also opened his barn, that had a basketball hoop in it, to many, many kids in town. Many hours were spent playing basketball in Fred’s barn. The barn was never closed and Fred trusted everyone to come in and play.
Fred is to be thanked for many great basketball players in this town, for letting them practice for hours in his barn. Thank you, Fred, for all that you did. Lots of great memories were made in that barn that will last in the hearts of many basketball players forever.
Happy Days Club
The Easton Happy Days Club met on Feb. 10 for a Chinese dinner from Chop Sticks in Presque Isle.
Photo courtesy of Debbie SmithThe senior citizens of Easton Happy Days Club gathered for a Valentine’s Day meal. Seated from left are: Phyllis Nadeau, Ida Doak, Keith Richardson, Rena Richardson, Marie Hewitt, Rogena Thomas, Annette Copeland, Helen King, Leanna and Paul Demerchant. Joining them were four unidentified ladies.
The tables were set with pink and lovely teapots. The theme was to recognize Valentine’s Day.
After the salute to the flag and piano playing to “My Country Tis of Thee” by Liana Demerchant, the meeting was opened by President Nina Trask. Seventeen members and three guests were present. Guests were: Loris Allen, Phyllis Nadeau and Betty Gould, who is a friend staying with Lois Ladner. She’s from Florida and comes up every year to enjoy the snow.
Photo courtesy of Debbie Smith
OFFICERS APPOINTED — Pictured here are the new officers for the Easton Happy Days Club. In front from left are: Rogena Thomas, co-chaplin; Joanne Johnson, assistant treasurer; and Nina Trask, president. In back: Lois Ladner, program chairman; Ida Doak, treasurer and co-chaplin; and Ezalee Smith, assistant secretary.
History of Easton’s “gold cane” was discussed. At one time it was presented to the oldest resident. The “cane” is now displayed at the Town Office and the oldest is recognized with a plaque.
After the meeting was adjourned, games were played. Betty Gould and Lois Ladner, our program chairman, wrapped the gifts, led the games and handed out the gifts.
The next meeting will be potluck to be held on Thursday, Feb. 24, with lunch at 11:30 a.m. Hope to see you there.
Basketball season ends
Our Easton Bears’ and Lady Bears’ basketball season is over for one more year. We are very proud of our players.
Photo courtesy of Debbie SmithHOMEMADE WARDROBE — Sydney Trask, at left, and Katie Cyr recently attended a pep rally for the Easton Bears, wearing T-shirts that they made.
We want to thank you for the many long hours of practice, all of the bumps and bruises you got, the way you put everything you had into your games and the sacrifices you made to play. We are already looking forward to next year. We know you will all be even better next year and new players will be added to the team. We will be there next year cheering you on to victory. Go Bears!
We also want to thank the Easton cheerleaders for all of their hard work. Ladies, you cheered the Bears and Lady Bears on and put endless hours of practice in. Thanks again for your hard work.
Birthdays/anniversaries
On Feb. 23, Carla Halvorson and Tony Brown both have a birthday.
Diane Milbury will be another year older on Feb. 24.
Warren Sims will be celebrating his birthday on Feb. 26.
Nick Flewelling, Sandy Flewelling, Sean O’Mara and David Littlefield all have a birthday on Feb. 27.Gerald and Vera Shaw also have an anniversary on that day.
On Feb. 28, Joe York, Velda Buckingham and Connor Burtt will be celebrating their birthdays.
Blessings to you all on your special day.
Rec calendar
Wednesday, Feb. 23 — Hot Shots Competition at the Caribou Wellness & Recreation building starting at 10 a.m. Congratulations to all our qualifiers. If you need a ride, call Hillary to arrange a departure time. Movie field trip to the Caribou theatres to see “Justin Bieber: Never Say Never” (G). The bus will depart from the hall at 1 p.m. and return at approximately 3:20 p.m. The cost is $5; this includes ticket, popcorn and soda.
Hot shot winners from Easton Jr./Sr. High School pictured in front from left include: Taylor Brown and Kylee Carter. In back: Mariah Cyr and Hannah Ferris.
Easton Hot Shot winners ages 11 and 12 pictured in front from left are: Hunter Brown, Jon Fredette and Jake Flewelling. In back: Elise Allen, Sarah Gilman and Paige Flewelling.
AGE 9 and 10 HOT SHOt winners in Easton pictured from left include: Kyle Flewelling, John Anderson, Brenley Fredette and Josh Pees. Absent from the photo were Cecilia Morin and Ashley Cowley.
Thursday, Feb. 24 — Dodgeball Tournament for grades 3 through 8 at the Presque Isle Rec Department. Times TBA.
Monday, Feb. 27 — Senior Nutrition Class starting at 11 a.m. in the recreation room at the manor. No cross-country skiing today. After-school program, “Power Up,” with Chris Finemore from the Cooperative Extension. Children must have a note for their classroom teacher and should be picked up at the hall at 4:15 p.m.Grade 5 and 6 girls’ and boys’ basketball at Fort Fairfield at 3:30 and 4:30 p.m.; carpool will leave directly after school.
Tuesday, March 1 — Grades 5 and 6 girls’ basketball at Washburn starting at 4:30 p.m. Carpool from the hall at 3:30 p.m.
Debbie Smith is the correspondent for Easton. She can be reached by e-mail at debbie-smith04_69@hotmail.com or call 488-5530.
