Maine’s largest direct mail community publication company serving over 200,000 homes and “It’s All Good” News!
FREE
A Product of
A Maine Owned Company
M
OUNTAIN ESSENGER
y River ry Week to Homes in Avon, Phillips, Ran is, and the Plantations of Dallas, Rangeley and Sand e t v s E u e E e g r eley, Oquossoc, Direct Mailed F
75¢ COUNTER COST
Volume 8• Issue 40
July 5, 2019 • Week 1
Turner Publishing Inc., PO Box 214, Turner, ME 04282-0214 •207-225-2076 •Fax: 207-225-5333 •E-Mail: articles@turnerpublishing.net •advertising@turnerpublishing.net •turnerpublishing.net/news
Franklin County vacationland attractions
MOUNTAIN ESSENGER INDEX
Movie Review......................... 4 Postings................................ 5 Blues Classifieds..................... 6 Kids’ Corner............................ 7 Property of the week............. 9 Community Directory............ 10 Weather............................... 11 Calendar............................... 14
FEATURE ARTICLES
Townhouse Mealsite................ 3 Home improvements Spring & Summer..................... 8 6 Water tips Health & Wellness................... 12 The Healthy Geezer................. 13
Michelle Pushard photos
Scenes Like this view of a sunset over Height of land or breathtaking Smalls Falls are daily occurrences in the Rangeley Oquossoc Region. Whether you are looking for incredible wildlife or scenic vistas there is something for everyone. SOMEONE FORGOT TO TREAT YOU TO A MASSAGE CUT THIS OUT AND REMIND THEM
Tina Falasco, LMT Rangeley, ME
864-5805
Specializing in Deep Tissue & Neuromuscular Therapy
(
$/80,180 '2&.6 %2$7 /,)76 $1' 6:,0 5$)76 3URIHVVLRQDO ,QVWDOODWLRQ 6HUYLFHV $YDLODEOH :LWKLQ +RXUV
$ $ () () ) !() "#() () $ ) () # ') ) $ "& () $ " #() "() () ' () " ## () "& !# ) () ! # () ! % () "() !# () () & )
Mountain Messenger
Page 2
June 28, 2019
www.turnerpublishing.net
Jay Recreation Field
FEATURE EVENT
Rangeley Outdoor Heritage events July 6-7 July 6-7 Herb Welch Festival at Outdoor Heritage Museum – New exhibit highlighting the genius of the legendary Herb Welch! Author book signing, “Herbert L. Welch: Black Ghosts and Art in a Maine Guide’s Wilderness” plus Fly-casting instruction, nationally recognized streamer tiers: Justin Crouse, Peter Si-
monson & Les Hilyard & Fly-cast Qualifying for the “Herb Welch 100-Footers Club”! Sunday the 7th: Special Tours and a Talk at Herb’s Home on Bald Mountain Road hourly from 12 to 3pm. Tours can be reserved in advance. Fly tying demos and book signing will continue until 2pm at the Museum. More info call: 864-3091.
Book signing with Paul Doiron Event.
Shiloh LaFreniere photo
Looking for a beautiful spot to take a walk? Check out the Jay Recreation Field, where the lupines are blooming and the trails are great
More than 70 attend health fair at Franklin Memorial Hospital FARMINGTON — A drenching rainstorm didn’t deter the more than 70 Franklin County Chamber of Commerce and Jay, Livermore, Livermore Falls Chamber of Commerce members attending Franklin Memorial Hospital’s business-after-hours health fair June 20. Inside were healthy snack samples with recipes, worksite wellness information, staff from the Let’s Go Small Steps Program with a sugar display, assistance with advance directives, a NorthStar training demonstration, prescription assistance, medication jeopardy, a spinning health quiz, stop the bleed demon-
Rangeley in 3D & Vintage Film at Lakeside Theatre.
Submitted photo
strations, and information about radiology equipment upgrades. One very popular station had people waiting in line to have a body composition analysis performed.
GML Home Inspection Services Complete Residential Home Inspection. Gary M. Langille OWNER Introducing a new venture from the owner of Mooselook Renovations Bringing that same reliable trustworthy service to the Home Inspection Field.
Tours to the recently expanded MRI space and to the Family Birthing Unit and Surgical Services also took place. Refreshments included fruit-infused water and a colorful buffet of fruits, vegetables and pinwheel kabobs. The hospital auxiliary’s gift shop provided a door prize to lucky participant Mary Ellen Gregory.
A live performance of: Rangeley’s First Settlers. • Soft Serve Ice Cream with 31 topping options! • Live Lobster • Quality Deli Meats and Cheeses • Build Your Own Salad/ Sandwich bar
Submitted photo
Herb Welch festival
Keller Williams was #1 in Maine in units sold and volume in 2018
Serving clients within 50 miles of Rangeley • Radon screening • Lead testing • Mold & moisture testing gmlhomeinspection@gmail.com PO Box 434 Oquossic • 207-860-9293
Dan Patterson
207-329-0575 DanPatterson@kw.com
“Show us our competitor’s prices and we’ll match them!”
Tuesday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. 17 Rumford Road Oquossoc, 864-3705
MLS #1401190
50 Sewall Street Portland, Maine 04102 Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated
It’s a hot market and anybody thinking about selling should list now. Call me today!
Mountain Messenger
June 28, 2019
Page 3
www.turnerpublishing.net
MONDAY 7/1 Baked Chicken strips Baked Potato Peas Tapioca 7/8 Hamburg Casserole Bread Mixed Berry Crisp 7/15 Fresh Fruit Plate Jell-O w/fruit cocktail Brownies
JULY 2019 RANGELEY TOWNHOUSE MEALSITE TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY 7/2 7/3 7/4 Pork Roast SPECIAL Mashed Potato CLOSED MENU Carrots Fruit 7/9 7/10 7/11 Baked Ham Spaghetti Baked Chicken Boiled Potato w/Meat Sauce Baked Potato Green Beans Italian Bread Corn Pudding Cherry Squares Strawberry Surprise 7/16 7/17 7/18 Pot Roast Shepherd’s Pie Chicken Chow Mein Mashed Potato Rolls w/Noodles Carrots Ice Cream Tapioca Pudding Fruit 7/23 7/24 7/25 Roast Turkey American Chop Suey Meatloaf w/all the Fixings Italian Bread Mashed Potato Fruit Chocolate Pudding Mixed Vegetables
PHONE 864-3986 FRIDAY 7/5 Seafood Chowder Crackers Assorted Desserts 7/12 Baked Haddock Rice Pilaf Broccoli Ice Cream 7/19 Haddock Chowder Crackers Apple Crisp
7/22 7/26 Cold Plate Baked Haddock Chicken Salad Rice Pilaf Sliced Tomato & Cukes Peas On a Bed of Lettuce Assorted Desserts Ice Cream 7/29 7/30 7/31 8/1 8/2 Smothered Beef Homemade Macaroni & Cheese Chicken Potpie Sautee Scallops Over Mashed Potato Baked Beans w/Ham Cranberry Sauce Baked Potato Beets Red Hot Dogs Vegetable Raspberry Squares Green Beans Chocolate Cake Rolls Crispy Squares Tapioca Pudding w/P B Frosting Mixed Fruit Effective January 1, 2015: DONATIONS for meals will be $5.00 for seniors 55 and over. All others $6.00 NOTE: WHEAT OR RYE BREAD AND CRACKERS SERVED DAILY. FRESH FRUIT SERVED DAILY. NEW SODIUM REDUCED MENU ALL MEALS ARE HOMEMADE ALL MEALS ARE SERVED WITH VEGETABLE, BEVERAGE & DESSERT MEALS ARE SERVED FROM 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM MENU IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE PLEASE CALL IN DELIVERIES BEFORE 10:00 AM
Western Maine Play Museum hires executive director, set to open Aug. 3 WILTON — Western Maine Play Museum recently hired Joni James to be the museum’s first executive director. A long-time volunteer for WMPM, James created a promotional video for the project, designed the museum’s first website, has been an active participant over many years with the exhibit committee, and most recently helped to clean and paint the interior before the third annual Gala and Experience Auction held June 15. She was introduced in her new capacity at this recent fundraiser and gave a moving speech about the importance of being a leader and making the hard decisions that are sometimes needed to care for and protect children. James is well known in the community for her photography and videography for families and businesses, volunteering in different capacities at RSU 9 schools, helping to establish the Sparrow’s Nest Theater, her many years directing Senior High Week at Camp at the Eastward, as well as leading the Eastward Players and Sparrow’s Song
Youth Choir. James has experience with both business start-up and leadership in children’s programming that will be vital to the museum during this first year of operation and into the future. “I am overjoyed to be chosen for this position. I cannot wait to meet all of the smiling faces that will come to visit us at the museum,” James remarked. “We have so many fabulous plans in the works, and I’m so excited to play my part in making them come to life!” WMPM’s board of directors has great confidence James will gracefully navigate the upcoming transition from fundraising and reconstruction to being fully operational. James will be taking over the daily management of the museum in the weeks leading up to the public opening on Aug. 3. Because this public opening will fall on the Saturday of Wilton’s annual Blueberry Festival, WMPM will be doing 30 minute timed-admissions at a reduced rate to keep excited community members moving through the building at regular intervals.
Timed-admissions will begin immediately following the parade, which passes directly by the museum. As previously mentioned, a successful beginning to the fundraising year was capped off at the gala and auction, raising $10,000, which is being matched dollar-for-dollar by the Cook Family Charitable Trust. Event-goers were able to preview the museum, eat delicious food and drink provided by Calzolaio Pasta Co., and participate in a lively and entertaining auction emceed by Dan Ryder and Jeff Bailey of the Teacher’s
Joni James
Lounge Mafia. This event has been the museum’s largest annual fundraiser, and it was especially exciting for organizers
to let the public into the building to see all of the progress that has been made. For more information, follow on Facebook for regular updates on
museum happenings at www. facebook.com/westernmaineplaymuseum; for specific questions, email westernmaineplay@gmail.com.
Submitted photos
Mountain Messenger
Page 4
June 28, 2019
www.turnerpublishing.net
MOVIE REVIEW
’Shaft’ Lucas Allen (Warner Bros. Pictures/ New Line Cinema) Though dated by today’s standards, Gordon Parks’ 1971 film “Shaft” not only jumpstarted the blaxploitation genre of that decade, but also opened the doors for African-American actors and directors. After two sequels, a short-lived TV series and the 2000
semi-remake/sequel, the new “Shaft” attempts to revive the franchise for a new generation. It’s directed by Tim Story, director of the “Ride Along” movies,and it’s co-produced and co-written by Kenya Barris, the creator of the hit TV series “Black-ish.” After growing up with single mother Maya (Regina Hall), J.J. (Jessie T. Usher) hopes not to follow in the footsteps of his estranged father ,detective John Shaft (Samuel L. Jackson). Now as a rookie FBI analyst, he takes on a personal mission to figure out the mysterious death of a childhood friend from a drug overdose. After figuring out that it was actually
murder, he turns to his father for help, even though the two of them have their differences in handling the case. The old Shaft handles street justice his own way that made him a legend in Harlem. Still, the two of them gather enough clues together to figure out the motive behind the murder. With the help of J.J.’s crush, Sasha (Alexandra Shipp), he figures out that it’s somehow linked to a new mosque being built in Manhattan. However, Shaft also believes it has something to do with a drug lord he’s been trying to go after for nearly 30 years. When things do get crazy, they’re going to need another Shaft on their side when Grandad John Shaft (Richard
Bethel Art Fair is July 5, 6 BETHEL — The Bethel Art Fair, an annual celebration of the diversity of art and artists in western Maine, will take place the evening of Friday, July 5, and all day Saturday, July 6. “The community has really embraced this event and given it new life in the past few years,” said Jessie Perkins of the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce. “The arts have long been a big part of the fabric of our town and it’s great to witness the number of businesses, organizations, and individuals that make this event full of art of all kinds.” The Bethel Art Fair is organized by the chamber with substantial collaboration from Bethel Area Arts & Music. The event kicks off Friday with the 15th annual Shy,
Novice and Closeted Art Show. The SNC art show’s reception is at 6:30 p.m. at 18 High St. The Gem Theater also screens “Walking on Water,” a film documenting artist Christo’s huge installation “The Floating Piers” on Italy’s Lake Iseo at 7 p.m., 23 Cross St. The screening is preceeded by a 6 p.m. social with Northern Italian Wines. Saturday showcases more than 50 artists and food vendors on the town common from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Also on the town common will be performances by the Nevaeh Dance Circus and the Telstar High School Drama Club, participatory art projects with BAAM, and a large tent in the center of the common with the work of Scott Lane. Around town, the Philbrook Place will
PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF RANGELEY
Rescheduled due to NO QUORUM PLANNING BOARD
TUESDAY, JULY 9, 2019, 6PM PUBLIC HEARING Map 030, Lot 022 88 Carry Road CUP Followed by the regularly scheduled bi-monthly meeting in theTown Office.
have art on display at Elements Art Gallery and Table Rock Arts Center. Local youth art will be displayed at Gould Academy’s Owen Art Gallery, the Museums of the Bethel Historical Society will be open with several exhibits, DiCocoa’s will be open for making bread art, and Maine CoLab will host an open house with a photography exhibit and jewelry making, an open studio of plein air artists at Isham Farm, and the continuation of the Shy, Novice, and Closeted Art Show. On Saturday evening there will be a parking lot party at The Philbrook Place, and at The Gem Theater will be an art showcase with the work of Stephanie Herbeck, followed by live performances from three musical acts. The event is capped off by fireworks over The Bethel Inn Resort golf course. This year’s Artist of Honor is Phil McCrillis, a multi-talented sculptor of wood who is also know for his work with gems and jewelry. A complete schedule is available at www.bethelartfair.com.
Roundtree) is ready to get back into the game. Unlike the other movies, which have a gritty and dramatic tone, this one chooses to take on a lighter and comedic tone to differentiate itself from what was done before. One may see this as an attempt to parody the ‘70s original with a current generation perspective, but that’s not the case. It’s more of a humorous coming-of-age story of a young generation clashing yet still learn with the values of the older generation. The character dynamic helps drive this story and it pays off by the end. Much of the humor is good, while other parts don’t land. There are also some moments of vio-
lence that sometimes clash with the humor. But everything’s structured fairly and whatever flaws it has is overcome by the entertainment value. The climax is much more action-oriented with frantic gunplay and lots of bullets flying. By the end, you’ll imagine yourself walking down the streets of New York to the sweet sounds of Isaac Hayes’ iconic theme song. Jackson’s first-time playing Shaft in 19 years is just as cool and incredible as ever. With the added humor, he also brings a level of charisma he’s most known for. Also, Roundtree surprisingly maintains his coolness at the age of 76, especially when handling some of the action. Ush-
er brings some likability to a character who’s basic schtick is being a millennial caught in an old-school world of crimefighting. Hall also has some good scenes with Jackson thanks to their genuine chemistry. 2019’s “Shaft” may seem like a big departure from its previous incarnations, but it still has the power to be as cool as ever. And while we still have our superheroes, there is always one like Shaft who doesn’t need a cape or superpowers to be amazing. THE MOVIE’S RATING: R (for pervasive language, violence, sexual content, some drug material, and brief nudity) THE CRITIC’S RATING: 3.25 Stars (Out of Four)
‘Merry Wives of Windsor’ kicks of Monmouth Shakespeare plays July 4 MONMOUTH — The first Shakespeare play of Theater at Monmouth’s “What Dreams May Come” golden anniversary season is “Merry Wives of Windsor.” Sir John Falstaff has a devilish plan to win the hearts and fortunes of the women of Windsor, but they will give him a run for his (lack of) money. The play opens at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 4, and runs through Aug. 18, including matinee and evening performances on both weekdays and weekends. In Shakespeare’s only domestic comedy, laughter reigns supreme and feminine wisdom triumphs over jealous husbands, confused lovers, and one corpulent knight. Sir John Falstaff arrives in Windsor in need of money. Instead of searching for work, he plots to woo not one, but two wealthy women. Disguises and complications abound as the two women teach Falstaff a loving lesson with manipulative messengers, secret scan-
Imagine The Difference You Can Make
DONATE YOUR CAR
1-855-664-8617 FREE TOWING TAX DEDUCTIBLE
dals, and a flurry of forgiveness. “Putting ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances is the classic recipe for comedy, and right now, we could all use a hearty laugh – with a little grace and forgiveness thrown in for good measure,” said director Catherine Weidner. The production incorporates physical comedy and biting banter to explode the quippy and wily romp Falstaff sets off with his woefully transparent antics. Windsor’s women are expected to be effortlessly seduced and easily duped, but they’re too smart for him — instead they turn Falstaff’s plan on its head and demonstrate that women are not rash or shallow thinking. “We’ve set the play in a time when ‘Father Knows Best’ in part to set that concept on its ear, to focus on how far we’ve come, and acknowledge the journey ahead,” said Weidner. “Our production takes the long view: we’re all in this together, our words and ac-
tions matter, and we need to look at our own behavior and make changes.” Merry Wives of Windsor features Amber Baldwin as Mistress Page, Mark S. Cartier as Shallow, Quinn Corcoran as Slender, Jaron Crawford as Fenton, Joseph Dolan as John Robert, Michael Dolan as Rugby, Caitlin Duffy as Host, Sarah Goldman as Anne Page, Robbie Harrison as Simple, James Noel Hoban as Master Page, Lawrence James as Master Ford, Tessa Martin as Mistress Quickly, Robert Najarian as Dr. Caius, Caitlin Ort as Mistress Ford, and Bill Van Horn as Falstaff. Set design by Daniel Bilodeau, costume design by Clara Jean Kelly, lighting design by Heather Crocker, sound design by Rew Tippin, and fight choreography by Robert Najarian. For ticket, schedule and other information, visit www.theateratmonmouth. org, email the box office at boxoffice@theateratmonmouth.org or call 207-9339999 after 11 a.m.
Data Management Specialist
Patrick W. Smith, Ph.D. “For All Your Data Management Needs” Professional. Proven. Trusted.
Help Prevent Blindness Get A Vision Screening Annually Ask About A FREE 3 Day Vacation Voucher To Over 20 Destinations!!!
207-670-8348 techguy207@yahoo.com facebook.com/PatrickSmithPhD
Mountain Messenger
June 28, 2019
www.turnerpublishing.net
P O ST INGS Rangeley Lightning Bug Craft, Vendor Fair is July 11 RANGELEY — The Episcopal Church Women will host the annual Lightning Bug Craft and Vendor Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 11, at Church of the Good Shepherd, 2614 Main St. There will be a light lunch for purchase from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Vendors interested in space may call the church at 207-864-3381 and leave a message.
Call for pricing of advertising in the
POSTINGS section. 207-225-2076.
New Rangeley Book Group Seeking academics/intellectuals interested in exploring preeminent literature. Bi-monthly meetings, 2 books per month. Authors include Proust, Homer, Dostoevsky, Faulkner, Nietzsche, Joyce, Sophocles, Balzac, Chekhov, Rilke, etc. Contact Patrick W. Smith, Ph.D. 670-8348 techguy207@yahoo.com
Page 5
Mountain Messenger
Page 6
June 28, 2019
www.turnerpublishing.net
B•L•U•E•S Buying•Local•Used & Extra•Stuff
INSURANCE
MEDICAL SUPPLIES
TV PROVIDERS
DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. NOT just a discount plan, REAL coverage for [350 ] procedures. Call 1-866278-9420 for details. www.dental50plus.com/ highlights6118-0219
Portable Oxygen Concentrator may be covered by Medicare! Reclaim independence and mobility with the compact design and longlasting battery of Inogen One. Free information kit! Call 855-628-9076.
DIRECTV SELECT PACKAGE! Over 150 Channels, ONLY $35/ month (for 12 mos.). Order Now! Get a $200 AT&T Visa Rewards Gift Card (some restrictions apply). CALL 1855-575-1711.
YOUR CLASSIFIED AD COULD BE HERE! CALL TODAY 207-225-2076
INTERNET / CABLE Spectrum Triple Play! TV, Internet & Voice for $29.99 ea. 60 MB per second speed. No contract or commitment. More Channels. Faster Internet. Unlimited Voice. Call 1-855-419-5319.
LAND FOR SALE IN TURNER
PHONE SERVICES AT&T H i g h S p e e d Internet starting at $40/ month. Up to 45 Mbps! Over 99% Reliability! Bundle AT&T Digital TV or Phone Services & Internet. Price starts at $30/month. Call 1-855839-1633.
Location Location Location!! 3.7 acres of wooded land for sale on Kennebec Trail in Turner. You will fall in love with this quiet and peaceful location nestled in the cul de sac. Perfect to build your dream home. Great views of Streaked Mountain. School bus does pick up at your door step if needed. 15 minutes from Auburn, close to schools, post office and grocery stores and shopping.
PO Box 214 • Turner, ME 04282
The Mountain Messenger is published by Turner Publishing Inc., P.O. Box 214, Turner, ME 04282-0214. Advertisers and those wishing to submit articles of interest can call 1-207-2252076 or email articles@turnerpublishing.net. Any views expressed within this paper do not necessarily reflect those of this paper. This paper assumes no responsibility for typographical errors that may occur, but will reprint, at no additional cost, that part of any advertisement in which the error occurs before the next issue’s deadline. This paper also reserves the right to edit stories and articles submitted for publication. This paper is mailed on a weekly basis, FREE to all postal customers of Strong, Avon, Phillips, Madrid, Rangeley, and Oquossoc and the Plantations of Dallas, Rangeley & Sandy River.
BEST
Technology... Value... TV!...
Add High Speed Internet
/mo. 190 Channels America’s Top 120 CALL TODAY Save 20%!
Subject to availability. Restrictions apply. Internet not provided by DISH and will be billed separately.
1-855-419-5234
Offer ends 7/10/19. Savings with 2 year price guarantee with AT120 starting at $59.99 compared to everyday price. All offers require credit qualification, 2 year commitment with early termination fee and eAutoPay. Prices include Hopper Duo for qualifying customers. Hopper, Hopper w/ Sling or Hopper 3 $5/mo. more. Upfront fees may apply based on credit qualification. Fees apply for additional TVs: Hopper $15/mo., Joey $5/mo., Super Joey $10/mo.
HERE WE GROW AGAIN! Turner Publishing, Inc. is looking for
Marketing Consultants, part time or full time • Biggest part of this job: Selling Print and Digital Advertising while helping clients reach or set marketing goals. • Contribute to TPI revenue by developing new accounts and upselling to existing customers which requires knowledge of TPI products. • Training offered as needed to be able to complete sales process from start to �inish� with help of of�ice staff. • Understand how to use client relationships to build sales. • Comply with deadlines. • Good written and oral communication skills including listening to clients; • Attention to detail; • Good phone skills; • Internet, cell phone, laptop or computer, printer, valid driver’s license. Previous sales experience with proven results is required.
THANK YOU FOR READING! email: advertising@turnerpublishing.net • articles@turnerpublishing.net
Your Family Deserves The
Give us a call at 207-225-2076.
$28,000 OBO, eager to sell, serious inquiries make an offer. 207-491-8435 Or 207-491-8417.
Legal Information
DISCLAIMER: Readers should deter m i ne the value of ser vices/ products advertised in this publication before any exchange of money or personal information takes place. Turner Publishing, Inc.’s classified ads service may be used only for lawful purposes. The violation of any applicable local, state, federal or foreign law or regulation is prohibited. Turner Publishing, Inc. is not responsible nor liable for any personal or professional services which are offered in its classifieds section. All parties who post classified ads and all parties who elect to utilize the services posted assume full liability. None of the individuals listed are endorsed in any way by Turner Publishing, Inc.
Resumes can be sent to Jobs@turnerpublishing.net
Compensation is competitive with full bene�its and company perks.
CLASSIFIED ADS Send this order form with payment to
Turner Publishing P.O. Box 214 Turner, ME 04282 Number of Weeks ____________________ $1 per word. Ad must be renewed and prepaid each month.
_________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________ Name
City/State _________________________ Zip ____________
Mountain Messenger’s Bishop CEO/Publisher Jodi Cornelio Advertising:
George McGregor
Ross Cunningham Randy Bell Senior Designer Michelle Pushard Production Garret Carver
Writer/Photographer Bill Van Tassel Customer Service Ginna Caldwell
Mountain Messenger
June 28, 2019
Page 7
www.turnerpublishing.net
Kids’ Corner Win a Prize! Please fill out the form below and send it in with your answers to be entered to win a Kids Cone from Portahouse Market in Oquossoc.
Fill out the entry form below (one entry per month please) and mail to: Kid’s Corner, P.O. Box 214 Turner, ME 04282. (one entry per household please)
You must include all the information requested below to be eligible to win.
Note: Turner Publishing will not lend or sell your email address to a third party.
Name: Age: Parents Name: Parents Phone: Parents Email:
Kids page presented by
‘Kick Around the Clock for Cass’ fundraiser will welcome statewide soccer teams July 20 WATERVILLE — Hundreds of high school soccer players from around the state will join this year’s 11-hour, continuous soccer game “Kick Around the Clock for Cass” at Thomas College Saturday, July 20, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., to honor and remember Cassidy Charette, who died Oct. 11, 2014 as a result of a hayride accident. Cassidy, who wore the #11 jersey, was a standout midfielder for Messalonskee High School girls soccer. The rain date is July 21. For the past three years, teams of 11 to 15 people have registered to play soccer for 60 minutes in designated time slots throughout the day to keep the time clock running for 11 continuous hours. This year, the event welcomes high school boys and girls soccer teams to a “play day” round-robin
soccer tournament, which will be held the first six hours — 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Teams of Cassidy’s friends, summer camps, athletic teams and others will play from 2 to 7 p.m. All teams must register online at shineoncass. org. Proceeds will support the ShineOnCass Foundation, a charitable non-profit organization established by the Charette family to educate, inspire and empower youth to shine their own light through kindness. Riley Field and Emily Hogan, Cassidy’s classmates from Messalonskee High School Class of 2016, are helping the foundation organize the event again this year to support the work inspired by Cassidy and to honor their friend. “We’ve had a great response from coaches and are so excited to welcome high school soccer teams
from around the state to our 11-hour game,” Field said. “It’s been almost five years since her passing, and yet Cassidy’s spirit is still very much alive in our community and beyond. We are excited to bring people together who love and miss Cass, and have the opportunity to share her story so we can all shine her light.” The final hour of the event will feature a walkin ceremony and friendly competition between Cassidy’s two former soccer teammates from Messalonskee High School vs. Central Maine United Premiere Soccer, from 6 to 7 p.m. Spectators are welcome all day. The Messalonskee Boosters Club will provide concessions. To register a team, volunteer or sponsor, call 207-314-6996, email shineoncass@gmail.com or visit shineoncass.org.
ShineOnCass Foundation photo
Former Messalonksee High School soccer teammates reunite to play in last year’s 11-hour soccer event “Kick Around the Clock for Cass” in honor and memory of Cassidy Charette. The fourth annual event planned for Saturday, July 20, at Thomas College, will welcome Maine high school boys and girls soccer teams. Some of Cassidy’s former teammates pictured from the 2018 event, in front, from left, Katie Mercier, Jess Charrier, Fern Calkins, Lauren Pickett and Lauren Mercier. In back, Ella Moore, Amelia Bradfield, Elena Guarino, Taylor Easler, Gabby Languet, McKenna Brodeur, Makenzie Charest, Olivia Lagace and Dakota Bragg.
Mountain Messenger
Page 8
June 28, 2019
www.turnerpublishing.net
Spring & Summer SPECTACULAR If you would like to be in this special section contact your sale rep directly, call the office at (207) 225-2076 or email us at advertising@turnerpublishing.net
Complete these home improvements over the weekend Home improvement projects ramp up when the weather warms up, as homeowners channel the rejuvenating feelings of spring and tackle their home to-do lists. Large-scale renovations can greatly affect a home, but smaller projects can yield impressive results and be completed over the course of a single weekend. If time is of the essence, these weekend or one-day projects may satisfy homeowners’ desires to fix up their homes. · Create an accent wall. Painting a focal wall in a home can create a serious impact. The bonus is it will not take as long or require as many materials as painting an entire room. Accent walls frequently feature a bold color, so decide on placement and tackle this project in less than a day. · Install stair runners. Dress up hardwood stairs with decorative carpet runners. Runners come in elongated pieces of carpeting or individual pieces that can be placed on each step. If carpeting doesn’t fit with the home’s design, painting
individual stair treads also can create visual appeal. · Dress up the entryway. An entryway is a guest’s first impression of a home. Many entryways can use a minor overhaul, both inside and outside. Paint the front door a different color so it pops from the curb. Install a new mailbox or decorative house numbers. A new welcome mat can change the look as well. Inside, consider laying a new floor. Resilient vinyl tiles come in many different patterns and can mimic the look of wood, travertine or marble. Installing a floor can take a day or two. · Install a new faucet. Instantly improve a kitchen or a bathroom with new fixtures. New faucets can provide aesthetic appeal and low-flow faucets can help conserve water. · Create a gallery on the staircase. Gather and arrange framed photos, artwork or wall accents so that they ascend the wall of a staircase. This creates a designer touch and can dress up an often barren area of wall space.
Lester Gage Painting INTERIOR/EXTERIOR
Free Estimates - 30 Years Experience
· Install a fresh light fixture. Improve drab spaces with a little illumination. Better Homes & Gardens suggests replacing an existing fixture with something new and vibrant. If hanging a new fixture is not within one’s skill set, free-standing table or floor lamps also can cast a new glow on a space. · Add molding. Molding can add instant aesthetic appeal to a room. Molding is appropriate near the floor, at the top of walls where they meet the ceiling, or even mid-wall as a chair rail. Some homeowners like to create framed molding on walls in formal living spaces. · Update kitchen or bathroom hardware. Replacing hardware is a fast and easy project, but one that can have immediate impact. Swap out tired or outdated hardware for newer brushed metals and more impactful shapes and designs. Home renovations do not need to take weeks or months. Many projects can be completed over the course of a weekend.
Metro photo
WE WANT YOUR GOOD NEWS! articles@turnerpublishing.net
Located in Rangeley Douglas Gage (207) 864-3446 or (508)932-8663
Greenwood Orchards Since 1967 Your LOCAL Farmers Market & Bakery 174 Auburn, Rd., Turner, Maine
Opening July 17th for the Season
S U K C E H C ! T U O • Doubled our Servers • Triple our Capacity • Quadruple your FUN! Phone 864-5616
Open year round. Live Entertainment, Multiple TV Screens, Karaoke and Great Food! CLEAN, FRIENDLY, FUN.
Main St., Rangeley
Mountain Messenger
June 28, 2019
Page 9
www.turnerpublishing.net
REAL ESTATE
PROPERTY OF THE WEEK — Allied Realty 2-13 Baldwin Rd., Rangeley - $799,900 - Over 3000 feet of shore frontage on pristine Round Pond, tucked behind Dodge Pond, this body of water is at the base of Spotted Mountain. Unique opportunity to develop into a eleven lot subdivision or a large private homestead. Baldwin Road is installed with underground conduit for power and phone. Come take a look at the potential for something special. MLS#: 1372885
Buying? Selling? Investing? Carolyn Smith
Morton and Furbish Real Estate
2478 Main Street, Rangeley Office: 864-5777 ext. 106 Cell: 491-5800
Providing people who love Rangeley a place to enjoy for generations!
Morton & Furbish Real Estate
Caryn’s Property of the Week
carolyn@morton-furbish.com www.rangeleyrealestate.com www.morton-furbish.com
www.rangeleybuilders.com Cell 207-491-5142 Office 207-864-3925 Email: rangeleybuilders@msn.com
Caryn Dreyfuss Broker
SPARKLING LOG SIDED CHALET is ready for your immediate enjoyment! Tucked away off the beaten path, this 3BR home offers cozy sun filled living spaces, knotty pine interior through out, wrap around deck, plus spacious rear deck perfect for entertaining and relaxing. If you are looking for a PRIVATE and QUIET spot to hang your hat, then this is the place for you! Fully year-round, low plantation taxes, striking distance to Saddleback Mt. Beautiful location - don’t miss it! $174,900
2478 Main St., Rangeley • Cell 207-233-8275 caryndreyfuss@morton-furbish.com
FEATURE COLUMN
Lines blur when it comes to the four seasons of Maine John McDonald
Peter from Virginia e-mailed: “John, We’ve been staying a few weeks in a nice cottage on the grounds of a resort on the coast. While here we first want you to know how much we enjoyed reading your column in the local weekly. After reading a few of your pieces, we thought you’d probably be able to answer a question for us. Several tourist brochures we’ve seen boast that Maine is a four-season resort‚ yet people we’ve met and talked to, people who live here year-round chuckle at the idea. Who’s right? Is Maine a
four-season resort or isn’t it?” Thanks for the e-mail Peter. I think I’ve seen some of those brochures boasting of our mythical four seasons‚ but after living year-round in Maine for as long as I have, I only wonder where these people learned to count. Here in the USA we have freedom of speech, and that freedom even extends to our tourist promotion people so they can say whatever they want. I guess you can say — for tourist promotion reasons — that Maine has four seasons, but in fairness you should quickly mention that it is possible to get snowed on in at least three, maybe even four, of our seasons. I can hear some of you now. “John, are you serious? Snow in four out of four seasons?”
Listen, here in Maine many of us haven’t trusted the weather ever since the infamous winter of 1816, a year still known in these parts as “The year without a summer.” I hear some of you saying, “Are you serious, John? 1816? It’s time to give it a rest — 1816 was over 185 years ago!” Yes it was a while ago, but some of us still enjoy talking about it. Here in Maine we learn in history about the year 1816 and how here in the northeastern United States and southeastern Canada there was a killing frost and bad snow storms in all twelve months. Trying to explain the abnormal weather some quacks‚ of the time — yes, they had quacks back then,
too — tried to blame the cold weather on poor Ben Franklin and his slick new invention, the lightening rod, that was being installed on top of barns and houses all over the place. As these quacks saw it, lightening was made up of intense heat; Ben’s new invention was interfering with the life of lightening, therefore Ben and Ben alone was most likely responsible for all the heat being lost. Later, when we learned a little more about this crazy planet, it was thought that the cold weather — more than likely — was caused by a number of large volcanic eruptions that occurred on
the other side of the world in 1814-1815 in places like the Philippines and Indonesia. I know it’s a long-winded answer to a simple question, Peter, but sometimes there’s no way around it. In a related e-mail, Will from Newport writes, “John, we’ve just retired to Maine and will be spending our first fall here. What do people around here do in the fall?” Thanks for the e-mail, Will. Most new arrivals, like you, spend a lot of time in early fall wondering things like “What ever happened to summer?” Once you’ve more or less dealt with that question, you can get down to doing what you probably
should have been doing in the first place — wondering if you’ve done everything necessary to get ready for winter, which is bearing down on our state like a runaway freight train. Hope you have a nice fall and are all ready when the first snow arrives, which will most likely be sooner than you think. Humoristk and storyteller John McDonald has written five regional bestselling books about Maine and is ready to entertain at your next banquet, conference or special event. Call 207-240-8324 or email maineauthor john. mcdonld@ yahoo.com.
2393 Main St., Rangeley, ME 04970
We want to hear from you!
Tel: 207 -864 -3900
What do you want to see and read in our publications? More local news? State, national and international news? More people pro�iles?
Are you interested in reading articles about: Money / Business / Education / Food / Entertainment / Wedding and birth announcements / Travel / Arts / Pets A Product of
A Maine Owned Company
Please send your comments to articles@ turnerpublishing.net. You can also send us YOUR news and photos at this email address.
www.turnerpublishing.net
H211 - 506 East Madrid Rd., Madrid Twp - $164,900. Snowmobile and ATV access from the property to enjoy some of Maine’s prettiest terrain. Great hunting and fishing in the region and close to skiing both Sugarloaf or Saddleback. Views of Saddleback are amazing. Over 12 acres of land to building additional space or to enjoy the great outdoors.
L503 - 2-13 Baldwin Rd., Rangeley - $799,900 - Over 3000 feet of shore frontage on pristine Round Pond, tucked behind Dodge Pond, this body of water is at the base of Spotted Mountain. Unique opportunity to develop into a eleven lot subdivision or a large private homestead. Baldwin Road is installed with underground conduit for power and phone.
L711 - 6 Margaret Ln., Rangeley Plt., $66,900 - This is a wonderful spot for an outdoors person to build their dream home and be foot steps from wildlife everyday. Very close to State park and snowmobile trails. This is located in the Home of low taxes.
Mountain Messenger
Page 10
June 28, 2019
www.turnerpublishing.net
COMMUNITY DIRECTORY JULY 4TH GIVEAWAY! Carry Road, Oquossoc, ME
207-864-5477
www.oquossocmarine.com Open year round. Live Entertainment and Multiple TV Screens, Outdoor Deck and Great Food! CLEAN, FRIENDLY, FUN.
• Doubled our Servers • Triple our Capacity • Quadruple your FUN! Phone 864-5616
Main St., Rangeley
“Off-Road General Store”
Full Service Gas & Diesel
864-3494
2599 Main Street, Rangeley www.domsjeep.com
2647 Main St., Rangeley (207)864-2219
Congratulations to the 4th of July Winner Sara King!
Join the Mountain Messenger Community Directory Page Call 225-2076
Mountain Messenger
June 28, 2019
Page 11
www.turnerpublishing.net
WEATHER FORECAST July 5th
—
July 10th
Forecast from www.weather.com
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
81°
77°
74°
72°
72°
72°
60°
58°
55°
54°
52°
54°
Friday July 5th
Partly Cloudy
July 6th
Scattered Thunderstorms
July 7th
Showers
July 8th
Scattered Thunderstorms
July 9th
AM Showers
Publish with us Today
July 10th
Partly Cloudy
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS JULY 7 Jim Gaffigan, Comic (53)
JULY 8 Milo Ventimiglia, Actor (42) JULY 9 Tom Hanks, Actor (63) JULY 10 Gary Levox, Singer (49) JULY 11 Giorgio Armani, Designer (85)
To submit news, email
articles@turnerpublishing.net
JULY 12 Cheyenne Jackson, Actor (44)
advertising@turnerpublishing.net
JULY 13 Harrison Ford, Actor (77)
To ask about advertising, email
Crossword CLUES ACROSS
43. Where some get their
19. To the __ degree
1. Doctors’ group
mail (abbr.)
20. Wild or sweet cherry
4. One millionth of a gram
44. Having ten
7. Contrary to
45. Assn. of oil-producing
22. Content
8. Oohed and __
countries
10. Popular sandwiches
46. A type of cigar
12. Construction site
48. World’s longest river
machine
49. Single-celled animal
13. Variety act
50. Decay
14. Fall back
51. General’s assistant
16. An electrically charged
(abbr.)
atom
52. Pigpen
24. Korean surname 27. Herb __, San Francisco columnist 28. Ottoman military commander 29. Satisfaction 31. Kids’ TV channel (abbr.)
17. Mountain lakes
Crossword Puzzle Answer on page 13
23. Earn a perfect score
19. Japanese classical
CLUES DOWN
32. Poke quickly
theater
1. __ and Costello
33. Pouch
20. Pesky insect
2. Islamic teacher
21. Natural wonders
3. Clothing
34. City of Angels
25. Design file extension
4. Disfigure
26. Genus of grasses
5. Irons
27. Container for shipping
6. NW Italian seaport
29. Theron film “__ Flux”
8. Play a role
30. Get older
9. A reduction
31. Chinese surname
11. Short poem set to
32. Edith Bunker actress
music
39. Natives to Myanmar
14. Pain unit
40. A city in Louisiana
41. Soda comes in it
15. Get in form
44. Everyone has their own
42. Counting frames
18. Junior’s father
47. Basics
35. Dark olive black 36. Nocturnal hoofed mammals 37. Wild cat 38. Fine detail 39. Prevents harm to creatures
Mountain Messenger
Page 12
June 28, 2019
www.turnerpublishing.net
Health &
6 Water tips for tone and balance
Jodi Cornelio
Live Long, Live Well Jodi R. Cornelio, AS, BA, MBA Nutritionist, Personal Trainer and Motivational Speaker jcornelio@turnerpublishing.net
It’s finally that time of year when we can get into the pool or lake and work on our balance and conditioning while getting a little vitamin D from the sunlight. Water exercise is
great for everyone not only for strength conditioning and balance, but it is extremely beneficial for those with arthritis, joint pain, joint replacement, back issues, fibromyalgia and neurological issues. Keep in mind the following while exercising in the lake or pool • The water should be waist to chest high. • Wearing a pair of boat/ water shoes will help with traction and help prevent slipping. • Never push through pain while exercising. That is your body’s signal to stop.
• Keep a noodle or floatation devise handy for balance and safety. • Always consult with your doctor if you have a special condition to see if water exercise is right for you. The following 6 Exercise are fun and easy to do: 1. Water walking and jogging: Take 10 steps forward and 10 steps backwards while pushing your arms and legs through the water. You can also just walk around the entire perimeter of the pool as a warm up. After your walk around just stand in place and start jogging, raising your knees as
high as you can and continue for 5 minutes or as long as you can. This is a great warm up and healthy for your heart and lungs and overall cardio conditioning. 2. Water lunges: Take a big giant step forward with your right leg, return and repeat with your left leg. Do this 10 times on each side and then repeat for 3 more sets. This is a great exercise for lower body strength. 3. One leg balance: Bring one knee into your chest while supporting your body with your other leg. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat this on the other side and con-
tinue to do 3 sets. This is great for balance something we all need and should focus on as we age. 4. Straight leg hip flexor kicks. Hold onto the side of the pool or if in the lake you may want to hold onto your noodle or dock edge. Kick your right leg straight out and up hip high and return. Repeat on the other side for 12 to 20 kicks. This is great for your lower back and abs. This also helps strengthen the muscles supporting your hips. 5. The water is so great for conditioning your arms: simply move your arms back and forth while walk-
ing or standing still, make little circles in the water front and back. Basically any motion you can under the water will help tone and condition the arms. 6. Flutter kicks: This is the most fun and the most basic. It’s a great cool down. Just hold onto your noodle in front of you floating on your belly and kick your feet as hard as you can until you get winded. Once winded slow it down and just coast. I hope these water tips for tone and balance will help you enjoy your summer in a safe and healthy way. Live Long, Live Well
Black flies all part of the fishing experience
V. Paul Reynolds Look, most of us who love to fish Maine in early June expect to be swatting a few bugs, right? When I was a lad fishing with Dad, he always lathered me up with that black, foul-smelling Old Woodsman fly dope. I’d complain about the stinky stuff, whine about the buzzing hordes, and he would say, “It’s part of the deal, son; bugs and trout. You can’t have one without the other.” Over the years, a halo of cigar smoke or a puffing pipeful always made the bugs
bearable, at least for me, if not the other person in the bow of the canoe. Generally, the bug situation has never been at the forefront of my fishing memories. There have a been a couple of times, though. Once in a canoe on Little Houston Pond, the black flies were so thick that Diane’s head net was festered with a black cloud. Though they weren’t biting her they were doing a job on her pysche – she admitted it. She toughed it out, however; she overcame, and we boated some slab-sided brookies. Labrador was a challenge, bug-wise. Worse than the black flies were the big horse flies that the locals call “stouts.” Now they are serious flesh eaters. Ouch! Flying over a remote stretch there in a Beaver, I asked the pilot how you would
ever find your way out if the engine quit and he had to put her down. “Wouldn’t matter,” he smirked, “ The bugs would drive you mad long before anyone located you or you found you way out, eh? As far as June black flies go, this year may go down in history as one of the worst in recent memory. Man, they are bad on the West Branch of the Penobscot. These “mindless, merciless eating machines,” as Dean MacAdam described them in “Downeast Magazine,” got the best of Diane and me during a recent fishing outing. We came home looking like victims of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. My defense arsenal – cigars, pipe, headnet, Off and Repel — and headwear that makes you look like a terrorist — did not fend off the
black horde. They are insidious and relentless this year. According to MacAdam, it’s only the females who bite you. When they latch on, they scissor into your flesh while simultaneously bathing the wound in their saliva, which keeps the blood flowing and anesthetizes the bite so you have no clue they are there until it’s too late. Although the black fly season in Maine generally winds up by Father’s Day, MacAdam writes that there is, in the Lincoln and Winn area, a multiple generation of black
fly species that buzz and bite all summer long. Interestingly enough, a plentitude of black flies is an indicator of clean water. Back in the 1950s, when many of our rivers were polluted with industrial and municipal waste, there were few black flies. If this is the yardstick, the upper reaches of the West Branch of the Penobscot River is about as pristine as it gets. That’s a good thing — bugs be damned — and may also explain why the fighting, silver warriors we endure the
bugs for are the strongest, scrappiest landlocked salmon in Maine. Hand me that bug spray, please. The author is editor of the Northwoods Sporting Journal. He is also a Maine guide and host of a weekly radio program, “Maine Outdoors,” heard at 7 p.m. Sundays on The Voice of Maine News-Talk Network. He has authored three books; online purchase information is available at www.maineoutdoorpublications.net.
Scam Alert Bulletin Board Illegal Robocalls and Spoofing American homes received more than 48 billion robocalls (auto-dialed calls) in 2018. While many are legitimate – your doctor’s office confirming an appointment, your pharmacy letting you know your prescription is ready, even AARP calling to offer educational sessions on things like fraud prevention – experts estimate that 40% of robocalls could be scams. Fend off the scammers! Add all your numbers to the National Do Not Call Registry (donotcall.gov). Explore
free or low-cost call blocking options. Verify the identity of a caller – by your phone book or online. And report scam calls to the Federal Trade Commission at ftc.gov/complaint so the good guys know what the bad guys are up to. Also, recognize that incoming calls can be “spoofed” – faked to look like legitimate callers, so don’t solely rely on Caller ID. Be a fraud fighter! If you can spot a scam, you can stop a scam. Visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network at www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork or call the AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline at 1-877-908-3360 to report a scam or get help if you’ve fallen victim.
Mountain Messenger
June 28, 2019
Page 13
www.turnerpublishing.net
FEATURE COLUMN
The Healthy Geezer By Fred Cicetti Q. I retired and moved from northern Minnesota to Florida. I was wondering if there is any way someone in the Sunshine State can get hypothermia. A. Hypothermia occurs when your body doesn’t maintain a normal temperature, which is about 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit. When your core temperature drops to 95 degrees, you are suffering from hypothermia, which can be lethal. Can your internal tem-
perature drop to 95 or below in Florida? Yes. You can get hypothermia in an air-conditioned environment. It can strike you if you are soaked in the rain on a cool, windy day, or if you fall into chilly water. Water colder than 70 F can begin to cause hypothermia quickly. People older than 65 years are especially vulnerable to hypothermia because they tend to suffer from illnesses or take medications that interfere with regulating body temperature. Also, older adults often produce less body heat because of a slower metabolism and less physical activity. Seniors make up about half of the annual fatalities from hypothermia in the United States. Low body temperature impairs the brain, so hypothermia is especially dangerous
because its victims may not know they’re in trouble. Severe hypothermia eventually leads to cardiac and respiratory failure, then death. Hypothermia comes on gradually. Shivering is a common and obvious sign. Shivering is a natural response that increases muscle cell activity and generates heat, but shivering alone does not mean you have hypothermia. Healthcare professionals recommend looking for “umbles,” too. These are stumbles, mumbles, fumbles and grumbles. Watch for these specific symptoms — confusion or sleepiness; slowed, slurred speech; shallow breathing; weak pulse or low blood pressure; changes in behavior such as apathy; change in appearance such as pale skin; poor body control or slow reaction times.
Sudoku Puzzle Answer Puzzle on page 11
Mail submissions to: MM Contest, PO Box 214, Turner, ME 04282 One winner per month.
Odds of winning depends on the number of correct submissions. For advertising please email advertising@turnerpublishing.net
• In general, try to warm the
ously low or shallow, begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) immediately if you’re trained in that procedure.
• Provide warm non-alco-
holic beverages. Alcohol lowers the body’s ability to retain heat. Forget that image of the St. Bernard with the brandy keg.
victim. Replace wet clothing. Share your body heat.
• First warm the chest, neck,
head, and groin with an electric blanket or warm compresses. Don’t use direct heat from a lamp or hot water.
• Don’t warm the limbs be-
cause you will drive cold blood to the heart, lungs and brain; this will lower the core body temperature. Use an electric blanket or warm compresses.
• If the person’s breathing has stopped or appears danger-
• Don’t rub the victim, especially an older person who may have thin skin.
• Handle people with hy-
pothermia gently because they’re at risk of cardiac arrest. A typical scenario that can lead to hypothermia is being stranded in the snow while driving. The following are some valuable recommendations for surviving this type of ordeal:
• Attach something that is
brightly colored to the car antenna so you can be seen.
• Wrap your entire body,
including your head, in extra clothing, blankets, or newspapers. Stay awake.
• Run the motor (and heater)
for about 10 minutes per hour, opening one window slightly to let in air. Make sure that snow is not blocking the exhaust pipe; this will reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
• As you sit, keep moving your arms and legs to improve your circulation and stay warmer.
• Do not eat unmelted snow
because it will lower your body temperature.
Crossword Puzzle Answer Puzzle on page 11
Everyone’s talking about the Mountain Messenger! Call today at 225-2076 and see how direct mail can work for your business!
Enter the MM Contest and you could win! One of the ads in this paper contains our MM Logo. Find the ad with the MM logo, cut it out then mail it to us with your name, address and phone number and all correct submissions will be entered into the drawing once a month or email information to advertising@ turnerpublishing.net. Entries must be submitted by the Friday after the newspaper is published.
GOOD LUCK!
If you suspect someone has hypothermia, call for emergency medical treatment. Here are some first-aid tips to follow until professional help arrives:
PO Box 844 • Rangeley, Maine 04970
*Visit www.wrgy.org for the most recent updates to the program Hours 4-7 am 7-8 am 8-9 9-10
Mon.
Tues.
Wed. Thurs. Eclectic Music Mix Country Classics Eclectic Music Mix
Doug’s Variety Hour
10-11
New York Philharmonic
Chicago Symphony Chamber Society of Lincoln Center Celtic Connections
Folk Alley2
Country Classics Hour
1-2 2-3 3-4 4-5
General Store Jazz Over Time
Eclectic Music Mix Classic Jazz
5-6
Sunday Sit Down
Eclectic Music Mix
6-7
Global Village
7-8
Big Picture Science
8-9
Reveal
9-10
Sunday Sit Down 2
10-11
Classic Rock Hour
12am – 4am
Sun.
Milk Street Radio Int’l Americana Music
Eclectic Music Mix
12-1pm
Sat.
Spoleto Chamber Fest Ron Hoar Oldies Hour (50s/60s; 70s/80s)
11-12
11-12
Fri.
Int’l Americana Music
Folk Alley1
Old Time Old Time Radio Radio Alternative Alternative Evening Evening Rock Rock Country Golden Oldie Music Hour Hour
Planetary Radio/ Bioneers WRGY Presents Alternative Evening Rock Alternative Music Hour Classic Jazz Late Night Rock
Fur Piece Ranch Wood songs Indie Informant New Music Friday
With Good Reason
Philosophy Talk
Blue Dimensions
Victrola Show
Indie Informant2
Alternative Music Hour 2
Dance Music Hour
Classic Rock Hour 2
Mountain Messenger
Page 14
JULY
June 28, 2019
www.turnerpublishing.net
MAINE NEWS CALENDAR
July 5 — First Friday Reception, 5 to 7 p.m., featuring artwork by Debra Lagree for July, Main Street Art Gallery, 426 Main St., Norway, 207393-3912. July 5 — Kat Wright, Katie Matzell, perform at Waterville Rocks! 5:30-8:30 p.m. Castonguay Square, downtown Waterville, free, open to public. July 5 — The Table Free Friday Fun Night featuring karaoke and games, 6 to 8 p.m., Norway Grange, 15 Whitman St., Norway,207-461-3093 or aaturnleft3@gmail.com. July 5, 6 — Bethel Art Fair, Friday night reception for Shy, Novice and Closeted Art Show, 6:30 p.m., 18 High St.; screening of "Walking on Water,” 7 p.m., Gem Theater, 23 Cross St.; Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. vendors, performances, more on town common and businesses around town; evening patio party, fireworks; schedule www.bethelartfair.com. July 6 — Cary Memorial Library’s First Saturday annual yard sale, rain or shine, 9 a.m. to noon, 14 Old Winthrop Road, Wayne, 207685-3612. July 6 — East Otisfield Free Baptist Church American Style Summer Family Barbeque, seating at 4:30, 5:30 p.m. 231 Rayville Road, Otisfield. July 6 — Beanhole bean public supper, 5:30 p.m., at the Congregational Church, 50 Main St., Route 219, East Sumner, 207-388-2263. July 10 — Cornelia “Fly Rod” Crosby topic of discussion led by Dick Matthews, husband of author Pam Matthews who wrote the book "Cornelia 'Fly Rod' Crosby: Champion of Maine," 6 p.m., free, Rangeley Public Library, 7 Lake St., Rangeley, 207-864-5529 to sign up. July 11 — Kennebec Land Trust walk on new Surry Hill Fayette property, 9:30 a.m., meet at the bus turnaround at the south end of Tom Surry Road, Fayette, 207-377-2848, www.tklt.org. July 11 — Rangeley Region Guides & Sportsmen’s Association annual Strawberry Festival, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Oquossoc Town Park, 207-864-2651, www. rangeleyoutdoors.com. July 11 — "Tapestry: The Carole King Songbook," featuring Suzanne O. Davis, Rangeley Friends of the Arts fundraiser, 5:30 p.m. reception, RFA Lakeside Theater, 2943 Main St., Rangeley, rangeleyarts.org. July 11 — Mahoosuc Land Trust and the West Parish Congregational Church screening of “Dawnland” — documentary highlighting government-sanctioned practice of removing Native American children from their homes — 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Telstar High School, 284 Walkers Mills Road, Bethel, 207-824-3806. July 11-13 — Friends of Norway Memorial Library annual book sale, Norway Grange Hall, 15 Whitman St., 2-6 p.m. Thursday, Fri-
day; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, 207-743-5309. July 12 — The Table Free Friday Fun Night featuring a cook out dinner with s’mores and lawn games, 6 to 8 p.m., Norway Grange, 15 Whitman St., Norway, 207461-3093 or aaturnleft3@ gmail.com. July 13 — Randolph United Methodist Church community yard sale, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., to benefit church fuel fund, 16 Asbury St., 207-582-5188. July 13 — Mr. Harley and The Strollers,11 a.m., for all ages, free, open to public, Community Center for All Seasons, 1 Center Road, Belgrade, 207-495-3508. July 13 — Rangeley Public Library Book & Bake Sale, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., parking lot across from the library, 7 Lake St., Rangeley, 207-864-5529. July 13 — Hiram Historical Society meeting (1 p.m.), program on “Vacationland: Growth and Development of Tourism in Maine,” 1:30 p.m., Great Ossipee Museum, 20 Historical Ridge, Hiram, 207-615-4390. July 13 — Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust "Stories and S’mores" for families with children 4-6, 5 p.m., Maine Forestry Museum, walk, story and snack, www. rlht.org/get-involoved/calendar. July 13 — Canton Bicentennial Committee 2nd annual Summer Margarita Party Fundraiser, Canton Boat Launch/Canton Caboose Ice Cream area, 5-7 p.m. free admission, open to public; follow on Facebook or visit www.1821canton2021.org. July 13 — Back Woods Road performs at Music in the Park series, Jay, 6 p.m. French Falls Park, 28 French Falls Lane. Chicken BBQ to support series before show, buy tickets at the Town Office or Otis Credit Union. July 15 — Maine Crime Writers Build a Mystery, 6 p.m., Belgrade Public Library, 124 Depot Road, Belgrade, with Maureen Milliken, Kate Flora, Sandra Neilly construct a mystery with input from the audience, 207-495-3508. July 16 — “3-2-1 Blast Off” by Mad Science of Maine, 10 a.m., free open to public, for ages K-6th grade, Community Center for All Seasons, 1 Center Drive, Belgrade, 207-495-3508. July 16 — Artist Judy Schuppien leads plein-air painting workshop hosted by the Kennebec Land Trust, 3 p.m., Eastern River Preserve, Pittston, registration required by July 11, call KLT, 207377-3848, KBrewer@tklt. org. July 16 — Gawler Family Trio at Union Meeting House, Readfield, part of the Meet Me At The Meeting House Summer Series, 7 p.m., $10, at the door or Brown Paper Tickets, 207685-4662, unionmeetinghouse.org. July 18 — Belgrade Lakes Historical Society presents “Recovering the Recent Past," a presentation about letters written by Messalon-
skee High School students during the1990s presented by former Messalonskee High School teacher David Leigh, 7 p.m., 7 Lakes Alliance, (formerly the Maine Lakes Resource Center), 137 Main St, Belgrade Lakes Village, www.belgradehistoricalsociety.org or the Belgrade Historical Society Facebook Page. July 19 — Recpetion for Maine artists exhibiting at Carrabasset Valley Public Library, 4:30-6 p.m., free, open to public, Carrabassett Valley, 207-237-3535. July 19 — The Table Free Friday Fun Night featuring a night of cupcake decorating and sundae social Karaoke and games, 6 to 8 p.m., Norway Grange, 15 Whitman St., Norway,207-461-3093 or aaturnleft3@gmail.com. July 20 — Friends of the Belgrade Public Library 10th annual 5K road race; 7 a.m. registration, 8 a.m. start, Belgrade Public Library, 124 Depot St., Belgrade. $20 on race day, $15 in advance; police officers run for free; summer camps welcome to enter the Summer Camp Challenge, register at RunReg.com, www.belgrade.lib. me.us, www.friendsofbelgradepubliclibrary.com, for information call race director John House, 207-465-3524. July 20 — “Kick Around the Clock for Cass” honoring the memory and life of Cassidy Charette, Thomas College, Waterville, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; rain date July 21. July 20 — Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., St Bridget Center, 864 Main St., Vassalboro, 207-616-3148. July 20 — Minot Community Day, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Hemond MX Park, 695 Woodman Hill Road, Minot, 207-345-3040. July 23-26 — Plein air workshop with George Van Hook for all media, sponsored by Rangeley Friends of the Arts, rangeleyarts.org, 207-864-5000. July 24 — Summer Reflections on Recent Supreme Court Decisions, 6 p.m., Belgrade Public Library, 124 Depot Road, Belgrade, with Joe Reisert, Belgrade resident and associate professor of government at Colby College, 207-495-3508. July 26 — Tinsley Ellis, Cold Engines perform at Waterville Rocks! 5:30-8:30 p.m. Castonguay Square, downtown Waterville, free, open to public. July 26 — The Table Free Friday Fun Night featuring a night of free Bingo and other games; there will be prizes for the winners, 6 to 8 p.m., Norway Grange, 15 Whitman St., Norway, 207461-3093 or aaturnleft3@ gmail.com. July 27 — Rumford Community Summer Music Fest, 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Eagles Hall, tickets sold in advance at the Eagles and at Bartash Drug Store. July 27 – The Autumn Addicts perform at Music in the Park series, Jay, 6 p.m. French Falls Park, 28 French Falls Lane. July 27 — Art Auction Fundraiser to benefit Naples
Public Library, preview and silent auction bidding begins at 6 p.m.; live auction at 7 p.m., American Legion Hall Post 155, 26 Casco Road, Naples, admission, 207-6936841. July 27, 28 — Minot Historical Society Civil War Encampment, Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 493 Center Minot Hill Road, Minot, 207-345-3040. July 31 — Genealogy Research Part 1, with BJ Jamieson, genealogy reference specialist at Maine State Library, Belgrade Public Library, 124 Depot Road, Belgrade, presented in conjunction with the Belgrade Historical Society. Part 2 will be Wednesday, Aug. 14, at 6 p.m., 207-495-3508.
AUGUST Aug. 2 — Enter the Haggis, Tricky Britches perform at Waterville Rocks! 5:30-8:30 p.m. Castonguay Square, downtown Waterville, free, open to public. Aug. 3 — Woodcarving Show and Competition, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Poland Town Hall, 1231 Main St., Poland, 207-357-1057. Aug. 3 — Public baked bean and casserole supper, 5 to 6 p.m., American Legion Auxillary Post 86, 15 Lewiston Road, Gray. Aug. 7 — Gerry Boyle, Maine mystery author, 6 p.m., Belgrade Public Library, 124 Depot Road, Belgrade, 207-495-3508. Aug. 9-11 — Readfield Heritage Days, events Friday evening, Saturday all day, Sunday evening. Aug. 10 — Winslow Congregational Church annual Blueberry Festival, 7 a.m.-1 p.m., 12 Lithgow St., free admission, www.WinslowUCC.org. Aug. 10 — Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust "Stories and S’mores" for families with children 4-6, 5 p.m., Maine Forestry Museum, walk, story and snack, www. rlht.org/get-involoved/calendar. Aug. 10 — Danny & Darby of Rose Hill perform at Music in the Park series, Jay, 6 p.m. French Falls Park, 28 French Falls Lane. Aug. 12 — Rangeley Connects health and wellness session, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., featuring Harvey Milkman, Rangeley Inn, 207-864-7311, rlht.org. Aug. 13 — George Krassner, pioneer in the American space program, "Show and Tell with a Space Pioneer," free, open to public, 6 p.m., Topsham Public Library, 25 Foreside Road, 207-7251727, www.topshamlibrary. org. Aug. 15 — Opening reception, awards ceremony 29th annual Maine Open Juried Art Show, 5-7 p.m., Sterrs Gallery, Common Street Arts, commonstreetarts.com. Aug. 16 — Red Sox vs. Baltimore Orioles Lisbon Sunshine Hill Neighbors Seniors, Lisbon Parks and Recreation Dept. bus trip,
7 p.m. game, Cost includes tickets, coach transportation, www.lisbonme.org/ parks-recreation, 207-3530646, 207-353-2289. Aug. 18 — Augusta Elks Lodge third annual Set for Success of the Greater Augusta Area back-to-school event, supplies, clothes, services for pre-k through 12 grade students, free and open to all students, 1-3 p.m., Augusta Elks Lodge Banquet Room, 397 Civic Center Drive, Mike Michaud 207441-2838, Lina Michaud 207-485-4710. Aug. 21 — Central Maine Community College, Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce 20th annual Chip Morrison Scholarship Golf Scramble, Fox Ridge Golf Club, 550 Penley Corner Road, Auburn, single largest fundraiser for college scholarships benefiting local students, chance to win the “Hole In One” $10,000 cash prize and the Chip Toss,207-783-2249, Maureen@LAMetroChamber.com or Roger Philippon, CM Education Foundation, 207-755-5357, RPhilippon@ cmcc.edu. Aug. 22 — Belgrade Lakes Historical Society presents "Inventing Vacationland, How Maine became a number one Tourist Destination,” by Scott Andrews of USM Senior College, 7 p.m., 7 Lakes Alliance, (formerly the Maine Lakes Resource Center), 137 Main St, Belgrade Lakes Village, www. belgradehistoricalsociety.org or the Belgrade Historical Society Facebook Page. Aug. 24-25 — Stonewall Building Class, Tear Cap workshop for beginners and those with previous experience, in partnership with The Stone Trust, Hiram, 207-6253396, info@tearcapworkshops.org. Aug. 31 — Author Catherynne Valente, 2 p.m., Topsham Public Library, free, open to public, 25 Foreside Road, 207-725-1727, www. topshamlibrary.org.
ONGOING: May 21-Sept. 17 — Music for Mavis Concerts Series, 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays, rain or shine, grounds of Turner Public Library, 98 Matthews Way. May 29-Aug. 27 — Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust 90-minute walks on conservation lands around Rangeley Lake, free, open to public, 5:30 p.m. at trailhead, www.rlht.org/get-involoved/ calendar, dhanges in scheduling because of unforeseen circumstances will posted to Facebook. June 4-Aug 31 — Local artists on exhibit at Carrabassett Valley Public Library & Community Center Gallery, 207-237-3535. June 11, 15, 25, 29; July 2, 6, 16, 20 — Help buuild the northern section of the Fly Road Crosby Trail with High Peaks Alliance, stars 8:30 a.m. at Rangeley Overlook, Route 4, intersection with Dallas Hill road, no spial skills or experience required, bring water, bag
lunch, bug dope, sunscreen, work gloves, safety glasses, boots squibb@maine.edu, 207-639-3432. June 20-Aug. 29 — Waterville Public Library storytime at the Downtown Farmers' Market, 3:30-5:30 p.m., near the Two Cent Bridge, Head of Falls, Front Street, Waterville. June 20-Aug. 29 — Common Street Arts Art in the Park, 4-6 p.m., RiverWalk at Head of Falls, Waterville, free, open to public, canceled with inclement weather, www.WatervilleCreates.org. June 21-July 27 — "Striped" exhibition, Harlow Gallery, 100 Water St., Hallowell, noon-6 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, harlowgallery. org, 207-622-3813. June 21-Aug. 16 — Greenwood Fiddle Jam, free, first and third Friday of the month, 7 to 8:30 p.m., old Greenwood Town Hall, Route 26, Locke Mills Village. Other string instruments welcome. Come to play or listen; FMI Monica, 207-381-7730. June 28-30, July 1 — Rangeley Friends of the Arts, “Mamma Mia!” 7 p.m. (exception June 30, 4 p.m.) RFA Lakeside Theater, 2493 Main St.,Rangeley, resercations rangeleyarts.org. July 13-20 — Cary Memorial Library's Summer Book Sale at the Williams House, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 13 and July 20; 10 a.m. to noon Monday July 15 and Tuesday, July 16; 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, and Thursday, July 18, 207-685-3612, pjane@myfairpoint.net. Aug. 12-Sept. 7 — 29th annual Maine Open Juried Art Show, Sterrs Gallery, Common Street Arts, commonstreetarts.com. Aug. 13-16 — Plein air workshop with Michael Vermette (watercolor), sponsored by Rangeley Friends of the Arts, rangeleyarts.org, 207-864-5000. CANCELLATIONS None listed. POSTPONEMENTS None listed. If you are hosting a free community event and would like it added to our calendar, please email your details to mainenews@turnerpublishing.net and include: Date of event; name of event; time of event; venue location; town; contact phone number. Late submissions may not be published. Emailed events are processed faster. If your event has a fee for entry and you would like to advertise your event for $1 a word or to place an ad, email advertising@turnerpublishing. net. Call 207-225-2076 for prepayment options. Events for the Maine News Calendar should be received two weeks before the event in order to be considered for publication. Please refer to our deadline chart at this link for specific publication deadlines: http:// www.centralmainetoday.com/ pdf/Deadlines.pdf/.
Mountain Messenger
June 28, 2019
Page 15
www.turnerpublishing.net
Maine Guard 133rd Engineer Battalion conducts change of command ceremony BRUNSWICK — The 133rd Engineer Battalion held a ceremony on Saturday, June 15, as both the battalion commander and command sergeant major handed over their duties to the next command team. “I’m tremendously proud of everything we’ve accomplished in the last three years,” said Lt. Col. Josh-
ua Doscinski, the outgoing commander. “We’ve taken on a lot of projects and conducted a lot of training that has not only increased our readiness, but also set the stage for the next generation of Maine soldiers who would like to serve with the Engineers.” The incoming commander is Lt. Col. Scott Lewis.
Command Sgt. Maj. Alpha Williams is his senior enlisted advisor. “Maine has a long history of answering the call dating back to the Revolutionary War,” said Lewis. “I’m excited to assume command of the 133rd and I look forward to continuing the long tradition of preparing Maine’s finest to answer the call in a
Evergreen Golf Club Tip of the Week Shaping the height of golf shots is how every advanced player adjusts when playing in different conditions. For example, when it is windy (nearly all the time in Florida) you must be able to adjust ball flight. One easy way is to move the ball to the front of your stance when trying to hit it higher. Alternatively, moving it back in your stance will lower the ball flight. Another way to hit it higher is to lower your back shoulder to change your spine angle. Leveling your shoulders will help you to hit it lower. I hope these tips can help you on a day when the wind picks up or when you are trying to shape a shot.
time of need.” Lewis has previously held various positions within the battalion, including a tour as the executive officer when the unit was deployed to Afghanistan in 2013. Williams recently completed a tour as the first sergeant for the 185th Engineer Support Company, based in Houlton and Caribou. He
deployed in 2005 with the 152nd Support Maintenance Company. Doscinski will be moving to a staff operations position at Joint Force Headquarters and his senior enlisted advisor, Command Sgt. Maj. Carl Sticht, will be assuming duties as the command sergeant major for the 52nd Troop Command. Both positions
Army National Guard Sgt. Jarod Dye photo
Lt. Col. Scott Lewis accepts the 133rd Engineer Battalion’s colors from Col. William Dionne, the commander of the 52nd Troop Command, signifying the transfer of authority to Lewis as the new battalion commander. Behind them, Command Sgt. Maj. Alpha Williams, the incoming sergeant major, observes the transfer.
Dallas Hill Rd., toward Saddleback Mountain, 864-9055 or 864-3612 Welcoming New Members for 2019 “Very Friendly Atmosphere With Many Events All Season Long.” Just ask any one in our ever-growing membership, and they will agree!
Tuesdays are Franklin County Days! Reduced Greens Fees:
George Buck, Evergreen Golf Club
are located in Augusta. The 133rd Engineer Battalion is made up of over 600 soldiers from all across Maine and from neighboring states. The unit traces its lineage back to the 20th Maine Volunteer Infantry Regiment, famous for their bayonet charge on Little Round Top during the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863.
18 holes w/cart $42 9 holes $27 Come play a round to experience this great golf course — you will be glad you did!
Ask about Golf Classes All Levels
DISCOUNT MEMBERSHIP RATES AVAILABLE
Please visit our website for more info, video and pictures! www.evergreengolfrangeley.net
Page 16
Mountain Messenger www.turnerpublishing.net
June 28, 2019
Wolfe’s Neck state park offering daily nature programs in July FREEPORT — Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park offers nature programs nearly every day throughout the summer beginning at 2 p.m. Nature programs start at the benches by the end of the second parking lot unless otherwise noted and may include walks, talks and activities in a beautiful natural setting. Programs last about one hour unless otherwise noted, weather permitting.
No reservations are needed, unless otherwise indicated. Nature programs are free with park admission — $1 for ages 5-11; $4 for Maine residents ages 12-64; $6 for non-residents ages 12-64; $2 for non-residents 65 and older. Persons under 5 and Maine residents 65 and older are free. Some programs are wheelchair accessible; some require pre-registration. For more information, or to arrange for group visits, call 207-865-4465.
Topics include a tree hunt, osprey watch, habitat hunt, strolling with a ranger, forest detective, dragonflies and damselflies, Maine mammals, stories in stone and hike with a ranger. Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park is a five minute drive from the center of Freeport’s bustling shopping district; for a full listing of dates and topics, visit www.maine. gov/wolfesneckwoods.
These rocks provide a close-up look at Casco Bay and the osprey at Googins Island. At low tide, there is plenty of room to walk and explore their hidden treasures.
An osprey sits upon its nest on nearby Googins Island, considered an osprey sanctuary.
Linda Galway photos
One of many trails at Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park in Freeport