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INDEX Funny Things Kids Say............. 2 Student News........................ 3 John McDonald...................... 4 Movie Review........................ 5 V. Paul Reynolds.................... 5 Victor Block........................... 8 Calendar.............................. 12 Classifieds........................... 13
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Jeanna Packard photo Business training partners and certified nursing assistant graduates celebrate during a graduation and pinning ceremony on the campus of Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. From left, Marcia Campell, instructor; Tina Christophersen, Oxford Hills/Nezinscot adult education; Tambrey Gile, WMCA peer support worker; Cathy Stairs, WMCA employment and training specialist; and CNA graduates Darlene Cossar, Melissa Knowles, Penelope Rice, Paula Cole, Rachael Gray, Patricia Busby and Alexander Burns. SOUTH PARIS — Cathy Stairs and Tambrey Gile from the Lewiston office of Western Maine Community Action represented the agency by attending the certified nursing assistant graduation ceremony Dec.19 at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. The event was sponsored by Oxford Hills Technical School/
adult vocational programs and Oxford Hills/Nezinscot adult education. WMCA supported the training opportunity through a partnership with the adult education system. “Using job training funds to support adult education training is an excellent way to assist both job seekers and employers; it’s what workforce development is
all about,” noted Patti Saarinen, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act program coordinator for WMCA – Central/Western Maine CareerCenters. Tina Christophersen, adult education director welcomed seven graduates. Instructor Marcia Campbell, R.N., delivered a genuine and heartfelt speech detailing her work
with the class and the connections forged through their experience. Attendance, Academic, Personal Growth, and Caregiver awards were distributed. Each graduate received a certificate and had the opportunity to be pinned by a family member/friend. Christophersen returned to the podium for closing remarks, echoing Camp-
bell’s sentiments and pride on the students’ growth and dedication to providing a meaningful service to the community. For more information on training partnerships and other training opportunities, call 207-754-9000 or visit https://www.facebook. com/WesternMaineCommunityAction/ or https:// wmca.org/.
Otisfield has variety of regular community events for all interests OTISFIELD — The town has a number of regular community events for all interests, and invites
new members to join. The Otisfield Sewing/ Craft group gets to gether to work on projects, and
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Funny things kids say! class.” I asked, “Is she the one with the long hair?” He replied, “No, Meme. She has short hair and it stays on her head.” – Sandy Reynolds of Vassalboro.
My young son came in from playing outdoors. He happily announced that the neighbors got a brand new car. “What kind of car did they get?” we asked him. “They have a Jesus car,” he replied. It took the family a few minutes to figure out that our neighbors had bought a Chrysler. – Charlotte Bassett of Hallowell. This conversation took place between my four-yearold grandson and me when I tried to help him with his new pre-school workbook:
ME: Circle the pictures that rhyme. That means they sound the same. Like log, tree, frog. Which two sound alike? EAMON: Logs and trees don’t have sounds and frogs say ribbit. ME: draw a line to the pictures that rhyme. Here’s a ring and a king. EAMON: The Priness always gets the ring. ME: How about the cake? Do you think it goes with the rake? EAMON: No, it goes with the ant. They eat the cake at picnics. ME: Mouse and house?
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EAMON: No, houses don’t make sounds, Grandma. ME: Well, that was fun. Let’s put a star on it. – Norma Warden of Auburn. We told our then sixyears-old grandson that we were going smelting. He had a funny look on his face and asked, “Mimi, why would you want to smell fish?” – Diane Ouellette of Monmouth. My four-year-old greatgrandson said, “Meme, I have a new teacher in my
When my youngest grandson was five years old, he went to the communion table with his parents. He knew his pastor and knew his name was Linwood. After finishing his bread and then grape juice, he gave a gentle tug on the pastor’s robe. The pastor said hello to him and my grandson said, “Linwood, could I please have some more juice in a bigger cup?” Needless to say, the quiet church had many giggles and smiles! – Smiling Gramma, Charlotte Underwood of Farmington. My
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Small business workshop March 21 NORWAY — SCORE Oxford Hills will offer a free workshop geared toward small businesses. “Marketing Your Products and Services” will be held Thursday, March
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Norway baseball, softball, T-ball signups are March 7 NORWAY — The Norway Recreation Department and Norway Youth Baseball are teaming up to offer registration times for baseball, softball and T-ball. Signups are 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 7, at the town office. Baseball is for boys and girls who are ages 7 to 12 as of April 30. Softball is for girls ages 6 to 14 as of Jan. 1. T-ball is for boys and girls age 4 to 7 as of May 1. Information will be
available at the registration on how the programs work, including answers to such questions as: “How does my child transition from T-ball to Rookie Baseball or Softball?” “When are tryouts for moving up from rookie to minors or minors to majors?” “When is my child’s first practice?” Attending the registation and finding answers to these questions will help organizations collaboration with parents to place their children on a team that matches his or
her skills. The Cal Ripken League requires players to play in the town they reside in, so those who are not Norway resident who want their children to play must call thier local town office to get registration information. For more information about baseball, contact Dan at 207-583-5979; softball or T-ball contact Parks & Recreation Director Deb Partridge at 207743-6651 or email parksnrec@norwaymaine.com.
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STUDENT NEWS
Harrison resident studying abroad South Paris student graduates from UNH N.H. — Car- shire in December. through St. Lawrence University olynDURHAM, Lamb, of South Paris, Lamb earned a bachelor CANTON, N.Y. — Kayleen Fellows of Harrison is participating in a St. Lawrence University off-campus study abroad program during the spring 2019 semester. Fellows is a member of the class of 2020 and is majoring in environmental studies-mathematics and statistics. Fellows attended Oxford Hills High School and is participating in St. Lawrence University’s Ke-
nya Semester Program. Nearly three-quarters of St. Lawrence University undergraduates study abroad, with nearly twothirds of students studying abroad for a semester or longer. According to the 2018 Open Doors Report on International Educational Exchange, St. Lawrence ranked No. 18 in the “Leading Institutions by Duration-Baccalaureate” category.
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Students from Oxford Hills region named to PSU president’s list PLYMOUTH, N.H. — Students from Otisfield and Norway, Maine have been named to the Plymouth State University president’s list for the fall 2018 semester. Leanna Wielki, of Otisfield, and Haley Wakefield, of Norway, were among the
831 students named to the list. To be named to the president’s list, a student must achieve a grade point average of 3.7 or better for the Fall 2018 semester and must have attempted at least 12 credit hours during the semester.
Oxford Hills area students named to Oxford Hills area students on UMA fall 2018 dean’s list AUGUSTA — Students from the Oxford Hills area were among those named to the University of Maine at Augusta for the 2018 fall semester. Students eligible for the full-time students’ dean’s list must earn a 3.25 grade point average for the given semester and must be enrolled full-time. Area students named to the
list include: Norway: Maria Brown, Jennifer Gillis, Peter Langelier. Oxford: Danielle Atter, Elizabeth Lussier. South Paris: Sarah Bernard, Jennifer Cousins, Heather Hayes, Christopher Scoville, Russell Seams. West Paris: Emma Files, Susan Gillis.
South Paris student named to Albright dean’s list READING, Pa. — Therese Gregory of South Paris, Maine, has been named to the fall 2018 dean’s list at Albright College. A graduate of Hebron Academy, Gregory is majoring in English and sec-
ondary education at Albright. To be eligible for the dean’s list, Albright College students must earn a GPA of 3.75 or better while taking a minimum of three graded courses during a semester.
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the Community Hall, 292 Oxford Road. A dedicated bunch of people organize the lunch but whatever the menu, Virginia Noble solicits the cooks in the community to provide salads and dessert and Frank Blauvelt prepares the main course. To volunteer, call David McVety at 207-539-4368. The Friday Walking Group meets at the Community Hall at 9 a.m. and carpools to a site usually within Otisfield, sometimes
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ORONO — The University of Maine recognized 2,388 students for achieving dean’s list honors in the fall 2018 semester, including many from the Oxford Hills area. Students who received dean’s list honors for fall 2018 completed 12 or more credit hours in the semester and earned a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. Some students have requested that their information not be released, therefore their names are not included.
Area students on the list are: Hebron: Zane Dustin, Nathan Godbout, Jodie Sheets. Norway: Luck Haviland, Kelton Loper, Nate McNutt. Otisfield: Randy Bosquet. Oxford: Dominic Kugell, Faith Rideout. South Paris: Madi Bangs, Lauren Keisman, Lexi Laverdiere, Nathanael Shaw, Haid Tanous. Waterford: Avery Elliott. West Paris: Mark Willis. Harrison: Nick Soucy.
Turner, Sweden students on Emmanuel dean’s list BOSTON — Students from Turner and Sweden, Maine, have been hamded to the Emmanuel College dean’s list for the fall 2018 semester. Sophia Fourner, of Turner, and Patrick Carty, of
South Paris student named to UMass-Lowell dean’s list LOWELL, Mass. — David Long, of South Paris, Maine, was named to the dean’s list at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell. Long is a biology major. To qualify for the dean’s list at UMass Lowell, a
December. Coffey-Slattery earned a bachelor of arts in film studies and production.
Monthly family-friendly contra dances are held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Saturdays at the Community Hall. Upcomong ones are Feb. 23, March 23 and April 27. A contra dance is made up of long lines of couples. A caller walks everyone through each dance. Newcomer musicians to town Chris Borden and Lauren Scott have become
the hometown music makers and are sometimes joined by others. It is a wonderful intergenerational activity. Some who might not feel up to kicking up their heels come to sit and listen to the music and feel a part of a happening thing. Visit Facebook at Otisfield Contra Dance and for more information, call Bill Griffin at 207-539-3072.
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FEATURE COLUMN
Here’s the story: A life changer for Perly Leighton John McDonald
It was the dawn of a day that would change his life forever, but as the sun began coming over the stand of pine that lined his lower pasture, he was not yet aware of it. It would be the last time the sun was seen that day; soon the skies would cloud over, and it would begin to snow, then rain, then go back to snow, then change to freezing rain and back to snow. Perly Leighton awoke like always that March morning and began his dai-
ly ritual — put out the cat; put on the coffee; loaded up the parlor stove; fired up the Queen Atlantic in the kitchen; and read his thermometer by kitchen window, the barometer by the bathroom and the precipitation gauge on the deck, entering all their numbers in his well-worn journal. Perly had been keeping track of those numbers for over 40 years and still couldn’t think of one good reason for it. He knew from history that both Thomas Jefferson and Ben Franklin had kept such records throughout their lives and that was fine, but at this point in his life, Perly didn’t think that — for him — it was a good enough
reason any more. As the weather went from one form of precipitation to another, Perly looked out his kitchen window, across his barren field and knew he was in for one of those March days that push us Mainers right to the edge and almost over it — those days that make us think seriously of living somewhere farther south. After a breakfast of oatmeal and reheated beans, Perly made himself some tea and sat in the rocker by the kitchen stove to drink it and think of something useful he could be doing that day. He tried to put the present weather conditions out of his mind and thought instead about the
garden he’d been planning to put in this spring. Every year around this time he planned his garden. On this morning he hoped this would finally be the year that the garden he planned in February would, in some way, resemble the garden he planted come Memorial Day weekend. He knew he wanted his peas planted first, but he couldn’t decide if he should plant them early and take his chances with an early May frost or wait till the end of May like the pea-planting traditionalists. He’d always been among the Memorial Day weekend pea-planters in town and over the years had even been known to ridicule the
early-birds of pea-planting society down at the store. On this particular March morning, Perly was feeling more contrary than normal and felt like doing something completely different. Still, it wouldn’t be the timing of his pea-planting that he’d scratch that itch with. Around this time, out of the blue, Perly’s phone rang. The sudden sound of its sharp ring nearly gave him a coronary since Perly wasn’t used to getting calls at such an early hour. In fact, he wasn’t used to getting calls at any hour. His friends knew Perly preferred talking in person and only kept the phone around for emergencies.
On the other end of the line was Wallace Watts, who wanted to talk to Perly about town business. After almost an hour of cajoling, Wallace managed to convince Perly to do something that would — for good and ill — change his life forever. Perly had agreed to run for Second Selectman at the town meeting in March. John McDonald is a storyteller and the author of five regional bestsellers – including “A Moose and a Lobster Walk into a Bar” and “The Maine Dictionary.” Contact him at 207240-8324 / maineauthorjohn.mcdonald@yahoo. com.
CENTER ACTIVITIES
Cancer Center March schedule includes Flowers for Hope, survivorship programs NORWAY — The Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine has announced its March schedule of activities, including the annual Flowers for Hope Fundraiser. The fundraiser will begin mid-March for delivery before Easter. Watch for details. Order forms will be available at the center and on its website, crcofwm.org. Other highlights in March include two survivorship programs offered for those impacted
by cancer and their caregivers. Swimming passes are available through the CRCWM partnership with the Hampton Inn, 151 Main St., Oxford. The pass is for one month of unlimited swimming in a salt water pool for cancer survivors who have been out of treatment for six months and up to five years. Caregivers of those who get passes are also eligible for a month of swimming. The Caring Coupon Program is for cancer pa-
tients in treatment and up to six months after finishing treatment. Survivors may receive four coupons, their caregiver may receive two coupons, which they use for their choice of sessions of reiki, massage, reflexology or therapeutic yoga from a list of approved wellness providers. The providers on the list have gone through an interview process by the CRCWM and are reimbursed by the center for their services. For more
information on Caring Coupons stop in at the center or call. Survivors and caregivers interested in receiving a pass for swimming or taking part in Caring Coupons should stop in at the center, 199 Main St., or call 207-890-0329 for more information. The center is in the Stephens Memorial Hospital Specialty Clinic building, and holds drop-in hours from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays. In March, the center is not be
open on Tuesdays. Volunteers are available to provide comfort items such as port protectors, wigs, hats, pillows or to help find resources. They have many pamphlets and a lending library. The center is also a place to enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, chat with a volunteer or take time for yourself by participating in scheduled programs. Activities such as coloring, knitting and games are available at all times. The center also has a variety of support groups,
including the Women’s Cancer Support Group and Men’s Rally Group, exercise programs, fun activities, learning opportunities and more. For information check the calendar at www.crcofwm.org, find the center on Facebook or call 207-890-0329. In case of inclement weather, when Maine School Administrative District 17 — the Oxford Hills school district — cancels school, the CRCWM will also be closed and activities canceled.
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MOVIE REVIEW/FEATURE ARTICLE
Few downsides to ‘The Upside’
Lucas Allen (STX Films) A remake of the 2011 French film “The Intouchables,� “The Upside� is based on another true story, like “Green Book,� of two people who live completely different lives, yet bond into a growing friendship. But while “Green Book� dealt with race, this film is more about living life to the fullest in the most positive of ways. After being paralyzed from the neck down in a paragliding accident, rich man Phillip Lacasse (Bryan Cranston) has his business
associate Yvonne (Nicole Kidman) interview candidates for the position of life auxiliary. Barging in for a job is ex-parole Dell Scott (Kevin Hart), who’s been trying to reconnect with his ex-girlfriend Latrice (Aja Naomi King) and his son Anthony (Jahi Di’Allo Winston). Despite Yvonne’s objections, Phillip believes Dell is the right man for the job. For the next several months, Dell has to do extensive work to get his boss moving on a daily basis including feeding him, taking him to places, and changing his catheter. The two of them would soon become friends as they start to understand each other’s life struggles. Phillip is dealing with the loss of his wife and Dell is dealing with his own past. They even converse on Dell’s business propositions, which sound too insane for Phillip to agree on.
Then things get too personal when Dell sets his boss up on a date with Lily (Julianna Margulies), who Phillip has a long-distance friendship with. This puts the two of them at odds in a way that could cost them everything. As the previews show, the movie has plenty of hilarious moments to keep the viewer entertained. There’s not a single moment that’s unnecessarily funny, and each of those moments feels genuinely fitting as part of the story. Some of it is a bit cringe-worthy, like the catheter scene, but the rest adds to the overall enjoyment. But what the trailers don’t show is the serious drama that mixes in with the humor. These tonal shifts may challenge viewers who were expecting to see a fun comedy and are surprised by the change in genre. However, it all works fine and the film’s structure is decent enough to make it work.
Amidst of the genre mixing, the two leading stars are what makes the movie worth watching. Hart is basically playing his comedic self, as usual, but there are times in which he shows potential as a serious actor. Cranston does a good job playing up against Hart in a more serious role. The two have surprisingly good comic chemistry, which helps keep the movie afloat for anybody. Kidman isn’t in the movie a whole lot, but she has some good moments to shine on her own. “The Upside� was very late to awards gold and can be pretty forgettable, but it’s still a fine likable film enough to please plenty of older viewers. You’ll likely enjoy it for the main stars if nothing else. THE MOVIE’S RATING: PG-13 (for suggestive content and drug use) THE CRITIC’S RATING: 3 Stars (Out of Four)
Grand Lake Stream hatchery repaired at last V. Paul Reynolds If you are a fly fisherman whose passion is casting a line over landlocked salmon across moving water, Grand Lake Stream is the next thing to paradise. Since 1875, the state fish hatchery on the stream has been part of the GLS scene, and the source of salmon that populate the stream and the adjoining West Grand Lake. Over the years, the GLS hatchery has produced annually 80,000 catchable brook trout and landlocked salmon. In fact, according to Lisa Kane, a spokesman, for the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, the GLS hatchery is the source of 75 percent of the landlocked salmon stocked statewide in Maine waters. In November, the state trap nets spawning wild salmon in the lake to take eggs that are then incubated and grown in the hatchery. In the past few years, a number of structural up-
grades have been made at the hatchery. Suddenly, in the summer of 2016, disaster struck. With the surface temperature of the water on the lake hovering near 80 degrees, the hatchery lost 30,000 brook trout fingerlings. The salmon fared better, but some were lost due to the unsuitably warm water being taken from the lake by the hatchery intake pipe. The solution, if this crisis was to be avoided in the future, was to rebuild the intake pipe and extend it two miles into colder water at 52 feet. Four million dollars, from a variety of sources, was allocated for the pipe repair project. It was a major undertaking that involved moving fish to other locations. Additionally, there were some unhappy anglers as the construction project muddied
the stream and made fishing next to impossible. All is well that ends well, however. Kane writes, “Construction of the pipeline began this August and was essentially completed by the end of November. Final grading, seeding and landscaping at the lake shore where the pipe connects with the hatchery line will occur as soon as weather permits in spring 2019. New valves on the shoreline allow for water temperatures to be blended from ‘shallow’ and ‘deep’ as lake water is gravity fed to a new head box. Other improvements included the replacement of the antiquated UV water treatment system with the latest available modern UV equipment.� It is good to know, come spring, Grand lake Stream
will be back to normal. The hatchery will be humming along with colder, more reliable incubation water for our future game fish, and open day anglers will only have to worry about flow levels and a pool that’s not taken. By the way, if you have a Maine Sportsman’s license plate on your vehicle, take a bow. Your dollars for that plate helped underwrite the cost of the hatchery repair project. 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 Sundays at 7 p.m. on The Voice of Maine News-Talk Network. He has authored three books; online purchase information is available at www.maineoutdoorpublications.
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Bridgton Easy Riders rally draws more than 150 sledders By Bill Preis Bridgton Easy Riders club correspondent BRIDGTON — More than 150 snowmobilers rode in the Bridgton Easy Riders Club Rally on Saturday, Feb. 16. The rally started and ended at the Community Center. It was a beautiful day, there was lots of snow, and the trails were well groomed. The 25-mile rally course crossed Highland Lake, giving riders a great view of Mount Washington, Pleasant Mountain and the Winter Carnival at Highland Lake Beach.
Riders sign up and pay a small fee to ride the course at their own speed. It is a fun ride, not a race. Playing cards are selected at several checkpoints along the way. Many sledders came back to watch the fireworks from the lake at 6 p.m. It was spectacular! Inside the Community Center, the Bridgton Easy Riders offered for sale hot coffee, hot chocolate, coffee cake, brownies, burgers, stew and soup. Many people who don’t own sleds, or chose not to ride that day, showed their support by buying a poker rally card and selecting playing cards from a bag so their hand could be re-
corded. Cash prizes were given to the best three poker hands. In addition there was a 50/50 and Chinese Auction with dozens of prizes. The Bridgton Easy Riders meet the second Friday of each month from September to April at the Bridgton Community Center. The next meeting will be March 8, with a pot luck supper at 6 p.m., followed by the business meeting at 6:45 p.m. The club currently has 110 family members and is still growing. If you ride the trails you should join in on the fun. Hope to see you there.
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Host a sports viewing party to remember to provide some healthy fare like celery and salad as well. Even whole-grain pretzels might be more enticing to guests watching what they eat. In addition, provide alternatives to alcohol, such as water, soda and juice, for guests who are abstaining.
Amateur and professional athletics are both big business. According to Forbes, the Southeastern Conference, a collective of universities that includes the University of Alabama and the University of Georgia, generated $375 million in television money alone in 2015, collecting another $140 million from football and basketball postseason play. While that’s a hefty chunk of change, and even more impressive when considering the SEC is just one of many conferences in college athletics, it pales considerably in comparison to the National Football League, which Forbes projected would surpass $13.3 billion in total revenues in 2016. Such figures highlight the popularity of both amateur and professional sports. Hundreds of millions of people across the globe enjoy sports, and many are fond of gathering with fellow fans to watch their favorite teams play, whether inperson or on television. Viewing parties are a great way to watch the big game with fellow fans, and such gatherings don’t have to require all that much effort on the part of hosts.
· Make it a potluck affair. Potluck affairs make perfect sense for sports viewing parties, so don’t be surprised if guests offer to whip up some homemade guacamole or a buffetstyle dish for the big party. Encourage this, asking guests to share what they’re bringing with other invitees so there are no duplicate offerings. · Vary the food and beverage menu. Chicken wings and beer might seem like go-to foods and beverages for the big game, but even sports bars are increasingly recognizing sports fans’ desire for healthy foods. It’s still acceptable to serve staples like wings, nachos, chips, and pretzels, but try
· Upgrade your television. Projection screens are go-to options for many avid sports fans, But projectors and screens may stretch some sports fans’ budgets. A 4K ultraHD television can be an affordable option depending on the size of the television, and such devices provide incredibly crisp pictures that can make sports fans feel as though they’re inside the stadium cheering on their favorite players. · Purchase a sound system. Today’s televisions are sleek and thin. While that saves space and provides more aesthetic appeal than the bulky televisions of yesteryear, thin designs leave little room for sound tech. As a result, it can be hard to hear what’s going on in the game without a sound system. Sound systems are relatively inexpensive; just make sure to purchase one that is compatible with your television. Sports viewing parties tend to be easygoing affairs that don’t require the level of planning of more formal gatherings.
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TRAVEL WITH VICTOR BLOCK
Alabama’s gulf coast offers more than shores and beaches
By Victor Block Travel Writer My first thought was that I had taken a wrong turn. This couldn’t be Gulf Shores and Orange Beach on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. That’s known for long stretches of magnificent sand and unspoiled nature. I was passing glitzy high-rise condominium buildings and restaurants ranging from gourmet elegant to beach-dive casual. It wasn’t long, though, before I understood. I was in a something-for-everyone place. Gulf Shores and Orange Beach combine attractions available at many sun-and-sand destinations with a number of enticing add-ons. Those who like to commune with Mother Nature have plenty of opportunities. Active types may choose from a long list of pursuits. Folks seeking learning experiences head for museums devoted to a diversity of topics. Granted, beach tourism is why many people visit Gulf Shores, a town of about 12,000 residents; Orange Beach, with about half that number, and the sundrenched area surrounding them. Tan-seekers find a total of 32 miles of pristine white quartz sand lapped by the blue-green waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
Both Gulf Shores and Orange Beach have eight miles of beach. Gulf State Park encompasses two miles, and Fort Morgan fronts 14 miles of seashore. Pentagon-shaped Fort Morgan was completed in 1834 to strengthen the country’s coastal defense following the War of 1812. The site contains historic military buildings, artillery batteries and a museum with exhibits of weapons, photographs and letters written by soldiers who served there. A living history program interprets the military periods in the fort’s active life. To top it off, the setting overlooks a broad, snow-hued beach. While Gulf State Park is home to the shortest stretch of beach, other claims to fame account for its popularity. Nine ecosystems nestled in its 6,000-plus acres include pine forests, coastal hardwood swamps and freshwater marshes. Boggy streams and three spring-fed lakes are among the water features. A backcountry trail complex stretches for 28 miles. Hikers may spot whitetailed deer, an alligator basking in the sun and even a bobcat looking for its dinner. Boating and fishing are available and, for those seeking modest accommodations, there are cabins, cottages and campsites. Visitors seeking a more
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extensive selection of activities also are in luck. Kayaking and paddle boarding attract people of all ages. Dinner, sunset and dolphin watching cruises appeal to those preferring to take to sea without any effort. Lake and ocean fishing tempt anglers. Some try their luck off a pier stretching 1,540 foot over the Gulf of Mexico’s water. Snorkelers and divers also find much to like. Artificial reefs provide experiences geared to everyone from children and beginners to advanced divers. Golfers may spend time on 14 courses either in the immediate area or within an hour’s drive. Two of them, Craft Farms and Kiva Dunes, have ranked high on Golf Digest “best courses” lists. People who prefer indoor pursuits also are in luck. Small museums provide insight into the region’s history and character. The Gulf Shores Museum is located in a preWorld War II beach house. A permanent exhibits tell the story of 19th century settlers and of hurricanes, including how they originate and how a community rebuilds from their destruction. Rotating displays deal with a variety of other topics. In keeping with its name, the Orange Beach Indian & Sea Museum provides introductions to the area’s Native American and fishing heritages. The USS Alabama at Battleship Memorial Park, an hour drive away in Mobile, is home to the massive ship, which saw action for 37 months during World War II, a World War I submarine and a collec-
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Fishing from the pier tion of historic aircraft. An hour’s drive in the other direction leads to the National Museum of Naval Aviation in Pensacola, Fla. Despite its name, the collection of more than 250 aircraft represents every military branch. The complex also is home to the famous Blue Angels, the aerobatic team of Navy
and Marine aviators who thrill onlookers with their literal flights of fancy. Battle ships and historic airplanes, golf and a Gulf-related museum might seem to have little in common with an inviting beach destination, and that’s the point. Inclusion of the place on “Top 10” and “Most
Beautiful” lists is based upon the magnificent stretches of sand as well as the long list of other attractions that the Gulf Coast and Orange Beach offers those who go there. As one repeat visitor told me, “I came here the first time for the beaches. Now I return for everything else.”
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Health &
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Reporting on the meaning of H.O.P.E.
By Diane Atwood Health Reporter Jack Sullivan knew what it meant to be depressed. He had experienced seasonal affective disorder before but always felt better fairly quickly. About two years ago, things were different. “It just started snowballing and it got way out of control. I was having unbelievable anxiety, then severe depression. I was hospitalized for a little bit and got on a medication that finally worked. I’ve been doing much better.” It’s not just the medication that’s been helping Sullivan. It’s also the support he’s been getting from a group called H.O.P.E. — Healing of Persons Exceptional. The group was started in 1987 by Dr. Ken Hamilton,
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a surgeon from South Paris. His initial purpose was to help five of his patients who had cancer “get ahold of their lives and face their life-threatening illness.” “It was modeled after instruction I got in medical school in 1962 that I am to promise my patients I will do my best to help them get on with their lives.,” he explained. “It wasn’t until we’d been going for a few months that family members wondered if they could be a part of it, and then somebody with depression wondered and then somebody else with some other disease wondered.” The primary mission of H.O.P.E.was and still is to: • Help people find meaning, value and purpose in life • Create a safe place to
practice attitudinal healing and letting go of fear and conflict by seeing life in a peaceful and loving way. The core of what Hamilton has tried to accomplish with H.O.P.E is based on the teachings of Earl Nightingale, who coined the phrase “the essence of success.” “Success to Nightingale was the progressive realization of a worthy ideal. All of us are born with one,” Hamilton added. “Life may make it difficult to serve that ideal, but the greatest service you can do for yourself and others is to bring the ideal back and serve it.” Sullivan learned about H.O.P.E. from his friend, Bob Gaudreau, who has belonged to a group in Port-
land for several years. It spoke to him. “I started going along because I was looking for some kind of peace, serenity or whatever. As I started to get better on medication, I continued going to the group because I like going,” Gaudreau said. “I like the people who attend and it’s a place for me to go. I think of it as a place of refuge. I know I can be safe, I can discuss anything that’s going on with me and vice versa. There’s a lot of support.” For Gaudreau, belonging to H.O.P.E. led to an attitude shift about his own issues. “I find the group to be metaphysical. It answers three questions: Where did we come from? Who are we? Where are we going? And I came up with a
fourth question. What are we going to do when we find the answers?” Gaudreau related. “H.O.P.E provided answers and helped heal my attitude. I have a mental health challenge called bipolar disorder, but I’m more than a disease — I’m a human being.” The H.O.P.E. group Sullivan and Gaudreau attend is led by Liz Holder, who has her own story to share. “I got sober in 1986. About three or four years later, I started seeking spirituality and discovered attitudinal healing in the form of “A Course in Miracles” by Jerry Jampolsky and Marianne Williamson. That became my passion and I ran a few groups in New York and in Florida,” she said. “I moved to Maine about (nearly 13) years ago and started counseling at
Serenity House. I knew I wanted to start a spirituality group, but I couldn’t call it a Course in Miracles. I needed a format.” Holder prayed about it, and about 10 days later Hamilton showed up at Serenity House wanting to talk to someone about his H.O.P.E. groups. “I said ‘Where have you been all my life?’ He said ‘Waiting.’ And so, that’s how it happened. It is my passion to do these groups and to help people. I’ve seen the miracles of HOPE helping people find themselves under all those layers of conditioning and fear. It’s open to anyone.” Holder guides two groups — both free-flowing in that they talk about anything and everything.
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March is ‘National Nutrition Month’ so let’s share a meal and eat less Since March is National Nutrition month let’s look at ways that we can eat less. Here is a simple statement. If you eat less you will weigh less. Downsize even your healthy choices and your body will downsize,
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Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce announces the 2019 Business and Community Award winners
SOUTH PARIS — The Board of Directors for the Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce has announced the 2019 Business and Community award winners. The chamber honors and recognizes businesses and community members in four different categories — Business of the Year, Rising Star of the Year, Employee of the Year and Community Service. This year’s Business of the Year is Androscoggin Home HealthCare + Hospice of Norway. Their team of 45 nurses, social workers, aides, physical therapists, speech therapists, telehealth and clergy made 22,000 home and hospice visits to the citizens of Oxford County in 2018. They work long hours, drive in adverse conditions and administer care to both children and adults. The employees working in rural Maine connect the citizens of Oxford County to the healthcare they need, making an impact that saves lives and reduces the cost of
Androscoggin Home HealthCare + Hospice Business of the Year team members Gail Castonguay, R.N., float supervisor; Jessica Dussault, R.N., hospice Supervisor; Kristin Melville, director of marketing + development; and Sherri Tanner, R.N, Norway Clinical Supervisor.
Submitted photos Employee of the year Barbara Hooper, right, from the Maine Veteran’s Home in South Paris, with Brad Peck, administrator.
hospitalization’s and emergency room visits. The Rising Star of the Year is Wicked Water Graphics. Owners David Kelso and Linda Engelhardt chose Oxford Hills as their new home and community, hoping to improve their business operations and
Spring Resort. She is a long-time community supporter and is involved in many organizations. Cyndi gives it her all when she becomes part of any charity or organization to assure success in raising critical funds for the community and to ensure service and
potential customer base of 1.5 million. They have done just that with their unique hydrographic printing business. The Employee of the Year award goes to Barbara Hooper from the Maine Veteran’s Home in South Paris. She is the nutritional ser-
vices manager, taking her job to a whole new level for her residents. Her passion and dedication to their wellbeing is what makes her a shining star among the best. The Suzanne Grover Community Service award recipient goes to Cyndi Robbins from Poland
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MAINE NEWS CALENDAR MARCH March 2 — Congregational Church of East Sumner community potluck to benefit Hartford Sumner Elementary School playground equipment fund, 5:30 p.m. 50 Main St. (Route 219), East Sumner 207-388-2667. March 2 — Used book sale, 9 a.m. to noon, at the Belgrade Central School gym (use back door), Depot Road, Belgrade, 207-649-4238. March 2 — Wedding and prom dress fundraiser sale to benefit Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Needham, Mass., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. by Eric's Angels, Boofy Quimby Memorial Center, 96 Howe's Corner Road, Turner, 207-8528364. March 2 — Author Patricia Probert Gott book signing of "Roller Rink Rules — Memories of Motion 26, Oxford, Maine," 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Smedberg's Crystal Spring Farm Stand, Main Street, Oxford, 207-743-6723. March 3 — American Legion Post 135 public breakfast, 7:30 to 10 a.m., at the post building, 40 Island Road, Sabattus. March 6 -- Opening reception Youth Art Month, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Common Street Arts. Hathaway Creative Center, 10 Water St., Waterville, www.commonstreetarts.org. March 7 — Norway Rec Dept & Norway Youth Baseball baseball, softball, T-ball signups, 4:30-6:30 p.m., town office, ages 4-14, baseball info 207583-5979; 207-743-6651. March 7, 8, 9 — "Something Wicked This Way Comes," presented by the Messalonskee Players, 7 p.m., Messalonskee High School, 131 Messalonskee High Drive, Oakland, 207509-1433. March 8 — Empty Bowls fundraiser, 5 to 7 p.m., Messalonskee High School, 131 Messalonskee High Drive, Oakland, 207465-9135. March 9 — Baked bean and casserole supper, 5-6 p.m. Minot United Methodist Church, Route 121 and Empire Road. March 9 — Author talk naturalist Bernd Heinrich, 1 p.m., Turner Public Library, 207-225-2030. March 9 — Diagnosing Disorders in Trees: An Introduction to Forest Pathology, 10:30 a.m., Lithgow Public Library,
45 Winthrop St., Augusta,207-626-2415 or visit www.lithgowlibrary.org. March 9 — Audiobody performance, featuring the Tardy brothers, 2 and 6 p.m., Johnson Hall Performing Arts Center, 280 Water St., Gardiner, 207-582-7144. March 9 — Family Portrait Paint Event, part of Youth Art Month, 2-3:30 p.m. Common Street Arts. Hathaway Creative Center, 10 Water St., Waterville, www.commonstreetarts. org. March 9 — NorwayParis Kiwanis Club annual Dr. Seuss Breakfast & Children's Book Fair, 8-11 a.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School Culinary Arts dining room, children under 12 free accompanaied by paying adult, admission $10, breakfast includes pancakes, french toast, eggs, sausage, hash brown, coffee and juice, 207-4618250, Tina Croteau. March 10 — Family contradance for all ages, muci by T’Acadie, 12:30 p.m., First Universalist Church, 169 Pleasant St., Auburn, 207-783-0461. March 10 — Pejepscot Genealogical Society meeting,, with guest speaker David Blethen, 2 p.m., in the Morrell meeting room at Curtis Memorial Library, 23 Pleasant St., Brunswick, 207-729-4098. March 12 — Blues Spectrum "docu-concert," with Scott Cleveland, 6 p.m., free, Lithgow Public Library, 45 Winthrop St., Augusta, 207-626-2415. March 14 — Joshua Chamberlain roundtable discussion focusing on Manassas, 7 p.m., Curtis Memorial library's Morrell Room, 23 Pleasant St., Brunswick. March 16 — The Skowhegan High School Class of 1963 will meet at Wentworth's Restaurant for breakfast, 9 a.m. All class members are welcome. For more information, call 207-858-0946. March 16 — Grandparent and Grandchild Day, part of Youth Art Month, 1-2:30 p.m. Common Street Arts. Hathaway Creative Center, 10 Water St., Waterville, www.commonstreetarts.org. March 20 — Kennebec Historical Society presents "Our Point of View — Fourteen Years at a Maine Lighthouse," 6:30 p.m., free, open to the public, Maine State Library, 230 State St., Augusta, 207-
622-7718. March 22 — Fill the Plate breakfast to benefit Meals on Wheels of Seniors Plus, 7-9am Hilton Garden Inn Riverwatch, Auburn. Tickets at seniorsplus.org or 207-795-4010. March 23 — Art Yoga for Kids, part of Youth Art Month, 10-11 a.m. Common Street Arts. Hathaway Creative Center, 10 Water St., Waterville, www.commonstreetarts.org. March 25 — "Un Jour, Une Histoire: Simone Veil, l'instict de vie," Gendron Franco Center French Film series, 6:30 p.m., free and oepn to public, 46 Cedar St., Lewiston, FrancoCenter.org, 207-783-1585. March 25-27 — MSAD 52 pre-k, kindergarten informational meetings, all 6 p.m.: Turner Primary School, March 25, 207-225-1030; Greene Central School, March 26, 207-946-5681; Leeds Central School, March 27, 207-524-5151. Parents in any of the three towns can attend any of the meetings. March 29 — Maine Chapter of American Mothers spaghetti supper and silent auction fundraiser to help defray costs of convention expenses for Lina Michaud, Maine's nominee for Mother of the Year, Le Calumet Club, 334 West River Road, Augusta; social hour 5 to 6 p.m., dinner 6 to 7:30 p.m., music by Archie & Dave 7:30 to 10 p.m., 207-4857100 or 207-622-3469. March 30 — Leavitt Area High School Project Graduation annual auction, preview 9 a.m., auction 10 a.m. Donate items, or storage space, addison.bonnie@gmail.com, michelle@stonegunshop. com.
APRIL April 6-7 — Gun & Knife Show, Newport Rec Center, 81 North St. 207341-1356. BigPineGunClub.org.
MONTHLY MEETINGS AUBURN: Androscoggin County Republican Committee, second Thursday every month, Auburn City Hall. 207-576-9096. BRUNSWICK: The Brunswick Toastmasters Club meets the first and third Tuesday of each month 6:30 to 8 p.m. at 8 Venture Ave. Conference room on the left of the Maine Technology In-
stitute building. Members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills. https://2156. toastmastersclubs.org SKOWHEGAN: The Skowhegan Sportsman’s Club meets 7 p.m. the second Thursday of the month, 857 East River Road, Skowhegan, 207649-1238. OTISFIELD: Sewing/Craft group, 1-3:30 p.m. Wednesday except third Wednesday, East Otisfield Free Baptist Church, 231 Rayville Road, free, 207-461-1995, dobleverrill@gmail.com. Community Lunch, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. third Wednesday, Community Hall, 292 Oxford Road, 207-539-4368. Friday Walking Group, 9 a.m., Community Hall, carpools to site, email jimandmoe@gmail.com to get on list. Contra dances, 6:30-9 p.m., fourt Saturday of month, Facebook Otisfield Contra Dance, 207-5393072. OXFORD: Oxford Hills Business After Hours, first Thursday of the month, 5:30 to 7 p.m., venue changes, 207743-2281. Anderson Staples American Legion, 169 King St., Oxford, meets at 7 p.m. on the second Monday of the month; all veterans welcome, 207-595-4200. LAKES REGION: Substance Abuse Coalition, second Thursday of the month, 4:30 tp 6 p.m., Bridgton Municipal Complex, Iredale Street, 207-803-9987. AUGUSTA: Kennebec Beekeepers Association, 6:30-8:30 p.m., second Thursday of the month, Viles Arboretum, 153 Hospital St. mainebeekeepers. org/kennebec-beekeepers. Augusta Age Friendly Committee knitting group, 10 a.m.-noon Mondays, Buker Community Center, 26 Armory St. 207-6262350. BRIDGTON: Friends of the Bridgton Public Library, 9:30 a.m. second Tuesday of the month, Bridgton Public Library, 1 Church St. Lakes Region Substance Awareness Coalition, 4:30-
6 p.m. second Thursday of the month, Bridgton Municipal Complex, downstairs, lrsacmaine.org, lrsacoalition@gmail.com, 207-803-9987. EMBDEN: Country Sunday Open Mic, 1-4 p.m., second and fourth Sunday of month, donation asked; Embden Community Center, 797 Embden Pond Road, Embden. FAYETTE: The Coffee Break, social gathering, weekly 10:30 a.m. Thursdays (beginning Oct. 4), Underwood Library, 2006 Main St. 207-685-3778, faylib@faytte.lib.me.us. GREENE: Morse Memorial Library book discussion, third Thursday of the month, every other month beginning in January; 2 p.m. January, November; 5:30 p.m. March, May, July, September. Attend any or all, comment on Facebook, 105 Main St., 207-9465544, www.morse.lib. me.us. RANDOLPH: Prayer Shawl Ministry knitting/ crocheting group, weekly, 9-10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, Randolph United Methodist Church, 16 Asbury St., 207-767-3024. SABATTUS: Sabattus Rec Club Running Program, weekly 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Mixer’s parking lot, Sabattus Road, all ages/abiities,running@ sabattusrec.com, Sabattus Rec Club Running Program Facebook.
ONGOING: Through March 1 — The Welcoming Library traveling exhibit, Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St., 207-333-6640 ext.3. Through March 13 — Shiretown Bookers' winter exhibition, "Another Op'nin', Another Show," Shiretown Bookers Hall, Mantor Library, 116 South St., Farmgiton, free and open to the public. shiretownbookers.org. March 16-19, 21-24, 29-31 — Gaslight Theater production "A Rollicking Evening of One-Acts," Hallowell City Hall Auditorium, Hallowell. Through March 22 — Two photography exhibits, "40 Chances: Finding Hope in a Hungry World" and "Witness to War: The Children of Syria,"
Holocaust and Human Rights Center of Maine, Michael Klahr Center, 46 University Drive, Augusta, 207-621-3530. Through March 23 — Young at Art, 16th annual exhibition of artwork by kindergarten through eighth grade studetns at area schools, free, open to public, Harlow Gallery, 100 Water St., Hallowell, noon-6 p.m. WednesdaySaturday, harlowgallery. org, 207-622-3813. Through March 28 — Winter Senior Socials, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Undercroft of the Church of the Good Shepherd, free, open to public, activities for seniors, www.rangeleyhealthandwellness.com, 207-864-4397, ext. 4. Through March 30 — Youth Art Month,events throughout month, exhibition, Common Street Arts, Hathaway Creative Center, 10 Water St., Waterville, open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, noon-5 p.m. Saturday, www.commonstreetarts.org. Through April 30 — New Portland Public Library exhibition "Black & White & Read All Over," 899 River Road, 1-3 p.m. Sunday,Thursday; 9 a.m.noon, Tuesday, Saturday; 4-6 p.m. Wednesday; 207628-2361, lolly66@tds.net. April 5-14 — Community Little Theater presents "Avenue Q, Great Falls Performing Art Center, 30 Academy St., Auburn.
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FEATURE ARTICLE
Unexpected circumstances can be opportunity Britny Belskis
Britny Belskis has earned an associate degree in early childhood education and is continuing her ministerial studies at Southeastern University in Florida.
Hey Friends, How do you handle unexpected circumstances in
your life? Do you freak out? Do you let what happened sink into your thoughts? Are you waiting for it all to get better? These questions have been on my mind the past few weeks. The reason these questions have been on my mind is that I have been having some health issues that cropped up during the first week of classes and have continued since. I have had scan after scan, and I’m still waiting to see what is going on. Right now, the hardest part is waiting to see if I need surgery.
Here are some ways that I’m dealing with this unexpected circumstance, which I hope may help you. For my own well-being, I want to make sure I’m healthy, which means I must make sure that I’m in the right state of mind to cope with this circumstance in a healthy way. Journaling what I’m feeling gets all of my fears on paper. For instance, I write down the root cause of what is going on, then the effects of the root and then write the solution. It’s like the inventory sheet that we talked about a couple months
back, if you remember that. Another item that helps me is having a person to talk with about what is going on in my life. I know that you’re saying, “I already have friends that I tell everything to.� I, too, am one to say that I have people in my life that I can tell everything to, but what I’m talking about is a sponsor, therapist or life coach. I’m a big advocate for having healthy mental health. Having these kinds of people in your life can help you process the uncertain parts of your life. To help me
process unexpected things in my life, I have a mentor who I met five years ago and talk to on a regular basis to help me be a healthier Britny. Looking at the positive parts of unexpected circumstances can help you move forward in your life. If you’re anything like me, you get bogged down with what is going on and it is hard to see the positive in the moment. I try to look for the brighter side of the circumstance. For instance, as I’ve been going through this life change with this little health
issue, I have decided to look at it as getting healthy. If you can find two or three positive things about what’s going on, it will get you your rough circumstances as well. I’m so thankful to be able to write this article and walk alongside each one of you on this journey in our lives. I want you to know that you are not alone in this, and know that there is someone in your corner cheering you on. I’m always here to guide you through the tough times, until next month friends. Stay tuned!
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Submitted photo OHMPAA’s 2019 season directorsm from left, Corrine Turner, Janelle Raven, Jonathan Potter (standing) and Julie Middleton.
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NORWAY — The Oxford Hills Music and Performing Arts Association Advisory Board has announced the three shows that will comprise its 34th season. In May, OHMPAA will present a children’s production of “The Wind in the Willows.� The show will feature the antics and adventures of Toad, Ratty, Badger and Mole, portrayed by 17 to 20 young local actors, in third through ninth grades, and will be directed by Corrine Turner. “Theater builds focus, improves memory, builds confidence, enhances communication skills, fosters empathy, builds friendships, AND IS FUN!� Turner said. “What better way to teach children these lessons than with ‘The Wind In The Willows’?�
In June, Julie Middleton will helm a production of Monica Wood’s drama “Papermaker.� Based on the book “Ernie’s Ark,� the play is centered on two families and the consequences of a strike at the local paper mill. “This is a Maine play with Maine people that shares the joys and challenges during the emotional upheaval of a mill strike,� Middleton said. “Whether you have lived in Maine your whole life or are just visiting, there is humanity in this story that resonates. I’m thrilled we can bring this play to Norway.� The season will conclude in November with the musical “Godspell,� codirected by Jonathan Potter and Janelle Raven, who are familiar faces on Oxford Hills stages. Using an
eclectic blend of songs, stories and games, “Godspell� shares Jesus’ meaningful messages of kindness, tolerance and love as it tells the story of his life. “We are excited to bring lots of energy and a fresh perspective to this classic show,� said the directing duo. All shows will be presented at the Norway Grange, 15 Whitman St. OHMPAA will also participate in the Norway Music & Art Festival on July 13 and in the Summer Arts Series at Longley Square on Aug. 15. Founded in 1985, OHMPAA is dedicated to presenting quality plays and musicals featuring the talents of local community members. For more information, visit www.ohmpaa.org.
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South Paris event provides free books for kids SOUTH PARIS — The Norway-Paris Kiwanis Club will hold its annual Dr. Seuss Breakfast & Children’s Book Fair on Saturday, March 9. The event, held in partnership with Right Start
and Read Across America, provides each child who attends with a new book. Children are also encouraged to bring some outgrown books to swap for other used books. In addition, each child will
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be entered in a drawing to win a new sled, donated by Paricon Inc. The event is 8 to 11 a.m. in the Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School Culinary Arts dining room. Children 12 and under attend for free when accompanied by a paying adult. The cost is $10, free for kids 12 and under. Kiwanis members will serve pancakes, French toast, eggs, sausage, hash brown, coffee and juice. For more information call Vicki Merrill, 207461-8250 or Tina Croteau, 207-393-3612.
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BUSINESS NEWS
Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce announces January’s Business of the Month
SOUTH PARIS — The Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce’s membership committee recently announced Inside Scoop as its January Business of the Month. Owners of Inside Scoop, Veronica Poland and her husband Shane longed to have their own homemade ice cream shop and they did just that. Having roots under them here in the Oxford Hills, they knew they could expand onto another adventure to add to Inside Scoop. This past October they decided to add to the shop and bought the Great Northern Fudge Company that has been in business for 43 years. After many lessons from the previous owner they have mastered the recipes as made by the one and only original owner. Now you will be enjoy not only ice cream flavors
but also many fudge flavors to tempt the palate. The chamber’s Business of the Month program is designed to raise awareness and celebrate various member achievements. Each month, the chamber makes a charitable donation on behalf of the Business of the Month to the “Feeding Oxford Hills� initiative or Rightstart’s “Christmas for Kids and Teens� programs. The donation is based on at least 20 percent of the net proceeds raised during the Festival of Trees event. The January donation of $175 will be given to the Rightstart program. Anyone in the community can nominate a business or organization through the Chamber’s website, oxfordhillsmaine.com. More information on the program can also be found on the website.
Submitted photo From left, Mike Grass, Oxford Hills chamber board chair, Jeanne Silverman chairwoman of the Oxford Hills chamber membership committee, Veronica Poland owner of Inside Scoop, Pete Laverdiere, Oxford Hills chamber board member and John Williams, executive director of the Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce, met recently at Inside Scoop in South Paris, the chamber’s January Business of the Month.
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SALE #E346A, LOCAL TRADE, LEATHER, LOW MILES, LOADED WITH OPTIONS PER PRICE
ALL FINANCING SUBJECT TO CREDIT APPROVAL, ALL VEHICLES INCLUDE $289 DOCUMENT FEE, PAYMENTS WITH 25% DOWN CASH OR TRADENO MONEY DOWN TO QUALIFIED BUYERS 3.99% APR, 72 MONTHS FOR 2003 OR LATER, EXCLUDES TAX AND TITLE FEE
www.ripleyandfletcherford.com 70 Main Street on Route 26 (Down Over The Hill)
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