Town Manager addresses Kiwanis
EASTON NEWS
by Debbie Smith
The Easton Kiwanis Club met June 7 for their regular meeting with Town Manager Jim Gardner as guest speaker. A supper of “make your own sandwiches” was enjoyed by all present.
The meeting was opened by President Mike Allen with the salute to the flag and prayer, given by Richard Kneeland. After supper Mr. Gardner spoke to the group on his background, stating that he felt like he had returned home when he came to Easton to work because he grew up around loved ones in this town. His grandparents were Ken and Bea Hayden, who had a family of 14 kids. His mother is Myrna Hayden Gardner and he is proud of them all. He and his wife of 35 years and their dog have recently moved into their newly purchased home on the Mahaney Road. They also have two grandsons and a granddaughter.
Mr. Gardner said he has a vision for Easton as he feels that the town is full of resources. He would like to see the Prestile Stream Park rejuvenated and after visiting the Francis Malcolm Science Center, he thinks that he might help them acquire a grant. He explained that he had been quite successful in acquiring grants in other towns, Washburn and Ashland, where he was their former town manager before coming to Easton.
He also told the group that there would be a new business coming to Easton soon. He said that he had ordered banners to welcome visitors to Easton and that he is learning to work with the Amish community. He also said he was very impressed with the compatibility of the Town Council and the School Board and felt that they were “all about community.” He once more stated that the doors of the Town Office are always open.
After Mr. Gardner finished speaking, President Allen opened the meeting by thanking Mr. Gardner for his time and information. The slate of officers was brought to the floor for a vote. They are: President, Barbara Blackstone; Vice President, Jessica Blackstone; Secretary, Mike Allen; Treasurer, Herbert Demerchant; and chairman of the board, Mike Cyr. The members of the Board under Cyr are: Harold Clark, Loris Allen, and Keith and Esther Richardson. The slate of officers were voted in.
The Treasurer reported that she had purchased two large coolers, two pop-up canopies, a grill and other items to be used in their fundraising. The posters for the Calendar Contest were shown and will be posted around town to be seen by the public. This contest is about selecting a picture to be put on the new Kiwanis Calendar. People are asked to bring pictures that pertain to Easton to the Town Office and it will be voted on by the public on July 9th at the beginning of the Easton’s Field Days. Attach a card with your name and address to your picture please. The sale of Calendars will begin the day after the Presque Isle Fair. There may be a sign-up sheet at the store.
Jessica Blackstone presented a check to the President for the start up cost of the new “Little Hands on the Farm” exhibit that will be set up at the Northern Maine Fair this year. Donations are welcomed.
The fund-raising projects for the Easton Kiwanis this year began with a cookout for the Pine and Spurs Riding Club Horse Show on June 19th at Maple Grove and on July 8th the Chicken Barbecue to start off the Easton Fields Days events. The rest of July and into August will also be busy with cookouts for up-coming events.
Those present at the meeting were: Mike and Loris Allen, Bernie Hussey, Richard and Jeannie Kneeland, Irene DaFonte, Keith and Esther Richardson, Eldora and Clair Carter, Jessica Blackstone, Mike Cyr, Vaughn Martin, Jeremy Corey and Barb Blackstone.
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Photos courtesy Debbie Smith
JOSH GILMAN
receiving his eighth-grade diploma
from Easton Superintendent Frank Keenan.
Photos courtesy Debbie Smith
EMMA BONNER
walked away
with several awards
at the eighth-grade graduation.
Here she is getting an award from Mrs. Richardson.
Photos courtesy Debbie Smith
RECEIVING THEIR AWARDS
for acting in the school play
from Mrs. Rooney, play director,
are, from left,
Kelsey Frank, Cody Embelton, Kerrigan Arnett and Connor Burtt.
Photos courtesy Debbie Smith
PROUD FATHER —
Kerrigan Arnett
gets a hug from her dad Calvin
after her eighth-grade graduation.
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ATV Club meeting
Every second Tuesday of each month, from February through November, the ATV Club meets at 7 p.m. at the ATV Club on the Ladner Road in summer months and at the Odd Fellows Hall on the Station Road during the winter months. They are always looking for new members.
If you would like to be a member or be involved in any way, there are applications at the Town Office. A spouse and children membership is $20 and a business membership is $25. If you have any questions, call Traci Place at 488-2290.
End-of-school year activities
Photos courtesy Debbie Smith
ANXIOUSLY WAITING their turn to run the relay race
during end-of-school year activities
at Easton Elementary School
are, from left, Brandon and Landon Munn, Austin Carver and Jayden Ellis.
Photos courtesy Debbie Smith
SHELISE MULLEN
does the bunny hop
during end-of-school year activities
at Easton Elementary School.
Photos courtesy Debbie Smith
DOING A GREAT JOB
at the hopping game
at EES
is Olivia Lamoreau.
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Birthdays/anniversaries
On June 29th Josiah Ellis, Alicia Nickerson, Arlo McPherson and Helen Cleaves all have a birthday. Also Ken and Pat Desmond have an anniversary on June 29th. On June 30th Lisa Flewelling-Haney will be another year older. Also Nicki and Walter Lockhart and Tammey and Kim White will be celebrating their anniversaries.
B.J. Dufour, Simon Alexander, David Henderson and Cathy Kierstead all have a birthday on July 1st. Kim White has a birthday on July 2nd. Also David and Charlotte Hopkins have an anniversary on that day. Paula White, Jill Barnes and Jonathan D. Martin all have a special day on July 3rd. Sandra and David Thomas and David and Erin Richardson have an anniversary on July 3rd.
On July 4th, Darren Cyr, Keeley Clark, Sandra Vama and Jean Kneeland will all be a year older. Also on July 4th Bernard and Gwen O’Mara have an anniversary. On July 5th Jillian Johnson has a birthday.
Blessings to you all on your special day.
Party at UMPI
Photo courtesy Easton Rec Department
It was a great end-of-season party for the first- and second-grade basketball team from Easton as a few of the Lady UMPI Owls joined them for fun, games and basketball drills.
Seen here in front from left are: Paul Bonner, Austin Carver, Mitchell Flewelling and Kody Carter,
Second row: Marcus Czosnek, Emma Lamoreau, Eva Callioras, Anna-Lynn Fredette, Kyle Flewelling, and Kaden Arnett.
Back row: UMPI ball player Emily Pelletier and Coach Tracy Guerrette.
Photo courtesy Easton Rec Department
EASTON YOUTH recently had fun on a trip to UMPI.
The third- and fourth-grade Easton Recreation Department’s basketball team included in front from left: Logan Embelton, Joe Anderson, Lydia Ferris, Carson Flewelling, Hunter Dudley, Cecilia Morin, Brenley Fredette and UMPI student Emily Pelletier.
In back: Cecelia Ferris, Olivia Lamoreau, Coach Tracy Guerrette, Isabelle Morin, Emily Thompson, Matthew Pangburn and Gavin Pangburn.
Debbie Smith is the correspondent for Easton. She can be reached by e-mail at debbie-smith04_69@hotmail.com or call 488-5530.
