Benefit dinner and auction to aid Young family
MARS HILL NEWS
by Tomi Henderson
The community is once again pulling together to help one of its own.
The public is encouraged to rally around the Young family. Herb Young was injured in an automobile accident on Sept. 3, leaving him in critical condition at EMMC. A dinner and auction will be held at CAHS on Saturday, Oct. 1. All money raised will be used by the Youngs as they face many financial and medical challenges. Thank you for your support.
If you have questions, wish to donate an auction item or want to help at the dinner, contact Tiffany Faulkner at 227-7195 or Jamie Guerrette at 227-7194.
60th ANNIVERSARY
Frank Jr. “Sam” and Dawn Mahan celebrated their 60th anniversary with friends and family on Saturday, Sept. 24.
They are pictured with seven of their eight children.
Pictured clockwise from front left, in order of birth are: (seated) Julie, Sam, Dawn, Rodney, (standing) Molly, (Nancy is away), Bethany, Tammy, Glenney and Stacey.
It was fun to note that most all of the family pictures done over the years had the kids lined up in order of age!
MAHANS CELEBRATE —
Dawn and Frank Jr. “Sam” Mahan enjoyed their 60th wedding anniversary on Saturday, Sept. 24, at the Mars Hill and Blaine Community Center.
They were joined by many friends and family members and enjoyed the pictures, slide show and video done by their children.
Sam and Dawn have eight children, 18 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.
Adult Education
SAD 42 Adult Ed fall semester will be starting Monday, Oct. 17, and run through Thursday, Dec. 8. Classes being offered are: Quilting, Woodworking, Cardio Kick Aerobics and two new classes — Primitive Crafts and Frugal Living or “The Way Life Used To Be.”
Call Kathy at 425-3771 to register or for more information. Some classes are limited so register early.
Bridgewater Historical
The Bridgewater Historical Association will hold a Bridgewater silent auction at their hall on Main Road in Bridgewater, on Saturday, Oct. 1, at 6 p.m. The style of auction they use was formerly known as a Chinese auction. No one seems to know why they were called this, however, not wanting to offend anyone, the BHA has renamed it the Bridgewater silent auction. In the past the BHA has held a few of these style auctions. The auctions are a lot of fun and the BHA has many items up for auction. There is still time to make a donation of items for the auction. If you would like to do so, contact the BHA.
On Oct, 14 and 15, the BHA will be holding its final Yard Sale of the year. This one will not include items from the hall. Some of the BHA members have rented tables and it will be those items on sale.
Don’t forget the Halloween Dance is coming up soon, so get those costumes ready. It is planned for the 29th of October. It’s hoped everyone will come in costume this year. Last year there were only a few guests out of costume. There will be door prizes and costume prizes, so come on out and have a good time. Music will be by Outside In.
There are still a few weeks left to enjoy the sounds of Outside In on Thursday nights. So make sure you take the time and come to the hall. Fun is always had by all. Music runs from 6-9 p.m. Our musicians are all volunteers and the BHA sincerely appreciates their time, talent and dedication. Refreshments are available at the hall.
For more information about the Bridgewater Historical Association, contact P. O. Box 341, Bridgewater, ME 04735 or call Jann Votaw, president, at 425-7901.
Photos courtesy of Tomi Henderson
During Fireman Fred’s Show, even the helpers were kicking up their heels! Tayrn Parsons and Regina Craig took time to move to the music before helping to dish out dessert.
Winners of the Redneck Fashion Show at the Westfield Jubilee are, from left: Third place, “Bride” Kristen Dube, whose train says “Help Me;” First place, Ellen Billings; and Second place, Samantha Churchill. Ellen won a bag of fresh vegetables, Samantha a watermelon and Kristen a Redneck Flashlight (a stick with a match on the end!). A great competition!
Benefit breakfast planned
A benefit is planned at CAHS for Saturday, Oct. 29, for Diana Pottle, who is recovering from surgery. There will be a full breakfast offered, as well as raffles and a silent auction.
For more information, or to donate items for the auction, contact Kim at 764-3656 or Anita a 764-0667.
AHC events
Upcoming events for the week of Sept. 28-Oct. 4 at the Aroostook Health Center in Mars Hill include the beauty parlor at 8:30 a.m., Table Tennis at 9:30 a.m., Activities “On the Go” at 1 p.m. and Devotions with Velma at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday; the beauty parlor at 8:30 a.m., Bingo at 9:30 a.m., Horse Racing at 1:30 p.m. and the Free Baptist Church of Blaine at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday; Crossword Puzzles at 9:30 a.m. and Afternoon Bingo at 1:30 p.m. on Friday; Sunday Service with Jonathan at 1:30 p.m.; Coffee Chat on Remembering Potato Harvest at 9:30 a.m., Catholic Mass at 1:30 p.m., and Gospel Group at 6:30 p.m. on Monday; and the beauty parlor at 8:30 a.m., Bingo at 9:30 a.m., Games at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday. If you would like to volunteer to help with any of these activities, contact Connie or Vicki at 768-4915.
Rotary Club
The Mars Hill Rotary Club met on Tuesday evening, Sept. 20, for their annual picnic at the Mars Hill Snowmobile Club. A great meal was enjoyed by all as well as a fun time playing BEANO.
Library news
The library is planning on another online auction at www.biddingforgood.com this November and December. Anyone with questions or who is willing to donate items for the auction is asked to contact Ryan Shaw at 429-9500 or at rshaw24@yahoo.com.
Food pantry needs volunteers
The Mars Hill Community Cupboard is seeking responsible individuals to help in various positions at the food pantry. If you’re interested in helping bag up the food for distribution, keeping the records for the Cupboard or providing food pickup from Catholic Charities to the Cupboard (pick-up truck is required), then contact Cathy Cropley at 429-8043 for more information.
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.
