Kenney family holds annual reunion
MAPLETON NEWS
by Jennifer Buzza
The 36th annual Bernard and Iva Kenney family reunion was recently held at the Chapman Ridge Runners Clubhouse with 88 family members and guests attending.
A delicious potluck meal was enjoyed by all. Special thanks to Marie and Pat Bagley who manned the kitchen. The meeting was called to order by President Maylen Kenney. Secretary and treasurer reports were read. The family voted to donate to the House of Comfort in memory of all deceased family. A thank-you note was read from Jodi and family about the donation the family made last year in her son, Ryan’s, memory.
The following family members entering college were awarded money for a book: Caleb Kenney, Jake Ham, Naomi Humphrey, Cameryn Lumley and Julia Brown. The 50/50 raffle was won by Christine McPherson and donated back to the college fund. A few family stories were shared and enjoyed by all. The children were entertained outdoors with various games and activities led by Holly Higgins and Krista Hopkins.
Newly elected officers for the upcoming reunion were: President Anna McCarthy, Vice President Cathy Farnum, Secretary Judy Kenney and Treasurer Heather Winslow. Preston Kenney entertained all and emptied pockets during the annual craft auction. Next year’s reunion will be held at the Chapman Clubhouse with a potluck dinner.
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Photo courtesy of Jennifer Buzza
ON SUNDAY, Aug. 18 after church, Paul Grendell of Mapleton gave Madeline Wilcox a motorcycle ride from her apartment on the Pulcifur Road to the West Chapman Church and back. Wilcox will be 92 years young in January, which just goes to show you, you’re never too old to try something you think you might like!
Birthdays
Birthday wishes this week go out to Christa Galipeau, Mike Chasse, Bonnie Steeves, Valerie Grendell, Theresa Hoffses, Kim Wilcox, Brittany Warner, Camdyn Putnam, Eric York, Issac Estey, Samuel Duncan, Rachel Boulier, Tim Lafland, Logan Johnson, Gloria Clair, Ronnie Roope, Zachary Breton, Carl Ritchie, Sydney Craig, Sarah Craig, Alexis Getchell and LeRae Kinney.
Anniversaries
Happy Anniversary this week to Ed and Laurie Christie on the 7th, Kevin and Jeana Carter on the 8th, and Mike and Shelley Michaud on the 10th.
Church luncheon
The Mapleton United Methodist Church will be holding its monthly luncheon Friday, Sept. 6 at 11:30 a.m. All are welcome to attend!
Sunday School registration
The Mapleton United Methodist Church will be having its Sunday School registration Sunday, Sept. 8.
Everyone of all ages is encouraged to come to our Family First Church Service at 10:30 a.m. and then to share lunch with us after the service.
Fundraiser supper and auction
The Haystack Historical Society will be holding its annual fall supper and auction this Saturday, Sept. 7 at the Haystack Historical Society Museum in Mapleton. The homemade baked bean and baked ham supper, along with potato salad and dessert, starts at 4:30 p.m. Supper prices are $7 for adults and $3 for children under 12. The auction will start at 6:30 p.m. with auctioneer Ron Leonard.
Grandparents’ Day
Most of us know when Mother’s Day and Father’s Day are, but do you know when Grandparents’ Day is? It usually falls on the second Sunday in September, which means Grandparents’ Day is this Sunday, Sept. 8. Don’t forget to tell your grandparents how much you love and appreciate them and have your children do the same!
Jennifer Buzza is the correspondent for Mapleton, Castle Hill and Chapman. She can be reached at 760-9115 or by e-mail at jbuzza@ainop.com.
