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Waterboro’s Curtis Gerry has been racing cars since the late 80’s. COURTESY PHOTO Consistency is key for Waterboro racer By Amy Harrop his success one step further, on he still draws inspiration from the PASS level. His main goal other drivers. The 2016 Pro Series champi- this season is to win back-to-back Gerry’s biggest racing influence isn’t someone that we see on Curtis Gerry, of Waterboro, is championships of course, but he Dan Scott, left, of the Maine Afterlife Research Society (MARS) on TV every day. He says, “My living proof that wins don’t nec- wants to show that his #7 car can Team; Michael Sangillo, center, from Frontiers of the Mind; and Dad is definitely my biggest influ- essarily win you championships, succeed in a class with touring Toby Hartford the founder of MARS. COURTESY PHOTO consistency does. Consistency on drivers. “We got disqualified from ence because he raced my whole the track is something that Gerry our last PASS race...for redemp- life when I was a kid. You know, and his team have nailed down, tion, that’s one of my next goals, watching him grow up racing in- seeing that the #7 is a constant to win a PASS race,” he says. fluenced me to do the same.” You An overnight investigation figure at the front of the pack When he describes the feel- could say that the urge to race has week in and week out at Beech ing of winning a race, Gerry says been there from the beginning for at Parsonsfield Seminary Ridge Motor Speedway. Gerry, that he feels more relieved than Curtis. He also enjoys watching a seasoned veteran that’s been anything. “It’s just a relief, you drivers in the big leagues battling By Cynthia Matthews this sort of thing, and wanted racing since the late 80’s, isn’t know, finally it just came to us... it out for championships, like Kyle to experience it first hand,” said slowing down anytime soon. He’s we’ve just been so close so many Busch and Jimmie Johnson. He On Saturday, July 8, about Gordon. Her friend Marianne fresh off the 2016 championship times.” he says, talking about how says he doesn’t necessarily have a 45 people, including nine staff encouraged her to sign up, and season and is already looking for he’s come so close to victory in “favorite” driver, but Kyle Busch members from the Maine After- the two went together. It was another one, hoping to see more the past without securing it. The is one of his favorites to watch. life Research Society spent the her first time participating in an checkered flags in his near future. relief is in knowing that the hard Gerry draws influence from not night at Parsonsfield Seminary investigation. After accomplishing a victo- work of he and his crew has fi- only his father, but from his big on North Road in Parsonsfield The evening began with a ry on the biggest stage at Beech nally paid off in a big way. Gerry support system that he brings to hunt for ghosts. The Semi- welcome from Hartford and Ridge, Gerry would like to take may be a wheelman himself, but (Continued on page 4) nary is made up of four build- his team, including Bill Brock ings and is listed on the Nation- from Destination America’s al Registry of Historic Places. It Monsters Underground, Cory is also known as one of the most Henizen from GRAVES (Ghost haunted locations in Maine. Research Association Validat- “I had heard stories,” said ing Entities and Spirits) Para- Toby Hartford of Maine Af- normal, Michael Sangillo from terlife Research Society, the Frontiers of the Mind and MPI, group who sponsored the event, Travis Hartford of GRIM (Ghost “and I’ve been trying to get in Research and Investigations of for a few years.” So when he Maine), and Barbara Williams, was able to rent the building, psychic medium from Parsem. he decided to open it up and The group then had dinner to- host this Investigation event. It gether, provided by Hartford’s sold out in four days. “We were partner, Toni London: Chop shocked!” he said. suey, salad and brownies for The idea behind the event dessert. Then Hartford and his was to give the public a fun ex- team divided participants into perience, Hartford explained, three groups. Gordon was in “and to put equipment in peo- Hartford’s group. ple’s hands.” What equipment “Toby first explained what are we talking about? K2 me- each piece of equipment does ters and EMF detectors, which to detect any presence we may read energies or spirits, and encounter,” Gordon said. Then SB-7 and 12-589 Spirit Boxes, the groups spent the next three devices which are like handheld hours investigating, searching Community Chaplains ordained radios which scan over radio room to room for spirits, ghosts channels and pick up noises or and entities. “I was nervous at At its annual ordination ceremony last month, The Chaplaincy Institute of Maine (ChIME)) ordained voices allowing communication first,” Gordon said, “but watch- six new community ministers including Jon Gale of North Waterboro pictured above during the with spirits through the use of ing Toby communicate with ceremony. Gale completed ChIME’s core two-year training that included 500 classroom hours radio frequency. these spirits like they were his and 300 hours of internship/community service. The nonprofit ChIME was founded in 2002, with Carol Gordon from North old friends made me more at a mission to educate and ordain interfaith leaders who serve with integrity, spiritual presence, and Turner was one of the partici- ease.” Gordon reported that in prophetic voice. Since then 150 community chaplains have graduated, serving primarily Maine, pants. “I’ve always been curi- one room, they discovered the coastal New Hampshire and the Boston area. COURTESY PHOTO ous and had my doubts about (Continued on page 7) PAGE 2 Friday, August 11, 2017 REPORTER Credit unions

stronger together Northeast Credit Union (NECU) and Ocean Communities Federal Credit Union (OCFCU) have announced that the merger between their two credit unions has been finalized as of Aug. 1, officially creating a combined financial institution of nearly $1.3 billion in assets. This unification will allow NECU the opportunity to provide expanded products and SIS Bank President Blaine Boudreau (middle) presents a check for services to more than 120,000 SIS Bank President Blaine Boudreau (middle) presents a check for $50,000 to Sanford-Springvale YMCA CEO Andy Orazio (left) and members throughout Maine and $50,000 to Sanford-Springvale YMCA CEO Andy Orazio (left) and John Roux (right), Board Member and Chairman of the Capital Cam- New Hampshire. John Roux (right), Board Member and Chairman of the Capital Cam- paign Committee, to help fund the YMCA expansion project. NECU is the first state-char- paign Committee, to help fund the YMCA expansion project. COURTESY PHOTO tered New Hampshire credit COURTESY PHOTO union to merge with an out-of- state credit union. With the addi- innovations that will enhance the Hampshire Banking Department, SIS Bank donates $50,000 to YMCA tion of the five Maine branches, overall member experience.” the Maine Bureau of Financial SIS Bank has long been a sup- aligns with the Y’s, the plan for NECU will now be expanding its Judy Morin, former CEO of Institutions, and the members of porter of the Sanford-Springvale expansion is now fast tracked and reach to the communities of Bidd- OCFCU, has joined NECU’s Se- both credit unions. Operational YMCA and the opportunities should be completed by this fall. eford, Kennebunk, Saco, Sanford, nior Leadership Team as the SVP integration has also been com- it provides for locals’ health Donations like this one from SIS and Westbrook, as well as all the Chief Operating Officer: “The pleted at this time. and wellness; the bank is now Bank are helping to get the proj- neighboring towns in York and Northeast Credit Union team has For online access to the merg- strengthening that commitment ect across the finish line. Cumberland counties. The part- been so welcoming to us and we er guide, visit necu.org/merger. with a $50,000 donation to be “We’re more than happy to nership brings over $167 million are very grateful. With all of the used for its facility expansion. assist the YMCA in its mission to in assets and over 12,000 new former Ocean branches remain- The YMCA’s capital expan- expand, repair and renovate,” said members to NECU. ing open, and all of the former Cornish bans retail sion project is meant to create SIS President Blaine Boudreau. “Northeast Credit Union is Ocean employees retained, this is marijuana new and improved opportunities “So many lives of members of growing to serve more communi- an exciting time as we now have At a Special Town Meeting that will allow the organization to our community will be positively ties and increase its positive im- even more to offer our members, on Aug. 9, about 200 Cornish have an even greater impact on the changed as a result of this proj- pact throughout New Hampshire who continue to be our top prior- residents voted by secret ballot community. Thanks to the gener- ect.” and Maine,” states Tim Collia, ity. We are thrilled for this oppor- to prohibit retail marijuana es- ous donations of members of the For more information on the Northeast Credit Union President tunity to better our communities.” tablishments within the town. community and a leasing partner- YMCA’s expansion project, vis- and CEO. “With the combined re- The merger received approval The vote was 151 Yes to 47 No ship with Southern Maine Health it http://sanfordymca.org/capi- sources of our two institutions, we from the National Credit Union for the prohibition. According to Care, whose mission closely tal-campaign-expansion-project. are ideally positioned to focus on Association (NCUA), the New the Town Clerk Katherine Blake, there are just over 1,000 regis- WAYNE LARIVIERE, DMD tered voters in Cornish. KASPRZAK The ordinance will take ef- GENERAL DENTIST INSURANCE fect immediately and prohibits all types of retail marijuana estab- Call Today 247-3511 ASSOCIATES, INC. lishments in the municipality of Auto • Home • Life • Business • Health Cornish, including retail shops, social clubs, cultivation manufac- Welcoming New Patients turing and testing facilities. We Offer The prohibition does not af- Massabesic Regional Medical Center Insurance ® 247-4959 Plans CareCredit fect personal use and possession Route 202, Waterboro, ME Low Monthly accepted. or existing medical marijuana www.drldmd.com Payment Plans RTE. 5 • NO. WATERBORO, ME 04061 permitted uses.

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WATERBORO RACER long ago, but I really like Modi- and, much like anyone else, going and I love Saturday night races. jump up too fast,” he says. “Mov- (Continued from page 1) fieds. But, I’m having such a blast on vacation is one of his favorite But, I love longer races.” he says, ing up too fast too soon can hurt in this division though,” he says, things to do. During the winter telling me about how he loves the you in the long run.” with him to every race. Among relaying back to the fact that he’s months, Curtis likes to take to the 250, but didn’t race in the 250 last Gerry is not only a racecar his support system are his Mom, having the time of his life racing open fields on his snowmobile, en- year because he didn’t want to driver, he’s a family man and a Dad, his son Curtis, his spotter in the Pro Series right now. When joying the Maine winters. In the take a chance on damaging his car businessman as well. He has an Jason Thompson and his family, it comes to his favorite moment of end, he says that he “loves racing” while he was contending for the optimistic attitude and winning his girlfriend Jehn, among others. his racing career so far, Gerry has and it is by far one of his favorite championship. Winning races is mentality that will never fade. “They’re all just huge supporters no hesitation about what it is. “Oh, things in life. Over the years, he obviously important, but winning Even at the top of his game, he’s of me, and I honestly couldn’t do my favorite memory would be the has gotten a lot of advice from isn’t everything, he says. There still looking to reach new heights it without them,” he says. He says championship, by far. To win the different drivers, but it’s the little are so many young children that and continue his dominance at the that his sponsors, which include track championship and the state things that matter. attend the races, and Gerry, like front of the pack. His drive for Downeast Deals, Saco House of of Maine championship...that was Curtis says that he has received others, makes sure that a trip to the success could potentially lead him Pizza, Structural Woodworking just huge,” he says, talking of his a lot of positive thoughts from race track is a good experience for to his second consecutive champi- and others, also play a big role successes last season. Although people at the racetrack, whether it the kids. onship, but we’ll just have to wait in his success which has spanned Gerry has displayed dominance on be his fellow competitors or fans. Curtis is always equipped with and find out. over years of racing in various di- the race track year after year, he “Just recently, most people just hero cards to give out to the kids, Catch Curtis Gerry every Sat- visions throughout Maine. still maintains a career outside of said ‘Keep up the good work’... giving them something to com- urday night (weather permitting) Curtis began his racing ca- racing. everyone I know tells me that I just memorate their race experience at Beech Ridge throughout the reer in 1988, racing Modifieds. Gerry is also the owner and need to keep doing what I’m do- with. He also makes sure that he summer months. Racing action al- He later moved into Late Models manager of Downeast Auto, Inc. in ing,” he says. has candy for the Autograph Night ways starts at 7 p.m. and has only grown from there. Waterboro, a used car dealership. Gerry’s a veteran in his own sessions, which makes every expe- Amy Harrop is a freelance When talking about his experienc- In addition to running his business, right, racing alongside young guns rience that much more worthwhile journalist from Hollis Center who es, Gerry says that he grew fond he likes to travel when he can, go like Reid Lanpher and Garrett for a young kid. He loves fan in- focuses primarily on covering rac- of Modifieds, saying, “It was so fishing when he has the chance to Hall; both of which Gerry finds teraction and having fans wanting ing news throughout New England himself competing with every to take pictures with both him and and is a weeklyREPORTER race reporter www.keepMEcurrent.comfor Wednesday, May 16, 2012 page 5 week. “Reid is a young kid and a his car, which he always agrees to. Beech Ridge at www.raceproweek- ❖ great race car driver...I really like “It’s all about just being there for ly.com. 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For More Information, Please Contact Assistant Chief Jason Cole at (207) 608-5615 or [email protected] REPORTER Friday, August 11, 2017 PAGE 5 Nasson Health Care celebrates 12 years Nasson Health Care, the com- all the information they need. appointments, and accepts most in- munity-based health center man- “When I meet with a patient,” surance, Mainecare, and offers slid- aged by York County Community said Marte McNally, Nasson’s di- ing fee discounts to patients with Action Corporation in Springvale, rector of behavioral health, “we financial need. Nasson accepts all Maine, marked its 12th year of op- may be talking about depression patients regardless of ability to pay. eration in May. or some other behavioral issue, but “And although we’ve grown First housed in a wing of the there are probably other problems, quite a lot,” said Sabol, “we’re YCCAC office complex on Spruce like chronic medical conditions, still taking patients. We’re actively Street in Sanford, under the name that also need to be addressed. seeking new patients to bring us to Spruce Street Health Center, in “Our goal is to treat the whole capacity.” 2005, and relocated in 2008 to its person. The idea behind integration Nasson recently moved its den- own facility on Patriot Lane, under is that we’re working in conjunc- tal program to the top floor of the the name York County Health Care, tion with the medical and dental Nasson Health Center, so that it the health services program moved teams to provide treatment for all now occupies an entire suite of its to its present site in April of 2013, the patient’s needs.” own. There are two dentists and adopting the name Nasson from the The collaborative relationship three dental hygienists. former college that once occupied between health care professionals In six months’ time, Nasson the building. Each move was pre- makes for a much more conve- expects to be fully staffed, with cipitated by growth in both services nient option for patients who may four full time medical, dental and and patients, which continues to need to have medical, dental or be- behavioral health providers. The this day. havioral services performed; but, health center also expects to begin “We’re experiencing what can though many Nasson patients ap- offering walk-in care. best be described as an adolescent preciate having access to full health “Our headline today is that growth spurt,” said Marty Sabol, care under one roof—a “medical we’re twelve years old,” said Sabol. director of health services. “We’re home”—it is not required that pa- “We’ve been able to provide qual- Katie Elliott of Scarborough wowed the judges on the Miss Maine growing in all three disciplines, but tients get all their health needs met ity medical, dental and behavioral stage in June and took home the title of Miss Maine 2017 and a especially in behavioral health and through Nasson Health Care. care to York County residents for $6,000 scholarship award. Elliott is a 22-year old graduate of Whea- dental care.” “Several years ago we made twelve years—and that’s quite an ton College where she studied Psychology with a minor in Political The number of dental patients the decision to eliminate certain accomplishment. Science. Elliott will travel the state to promote her platform, F.L.A.G.: has nearly doubled over the past 5 barriers to care,” said Dr. Robert “But the other piece, the note Female Leadership in American Government which promotes years, from 917 in 2011 to 1,789 in Grace, who heads Nasson’s dental just below the headline, is that political participation in all areas of government. She will also repre- 2016. There are 5 dental providers program. “One of the barriers was we’re moving forward, we’re sent the State of Maine at the Miss America pageant on Sept. 10 at at Nasson now practicing, where in that you had to be a medical patient growing and taking new patients, 9 p.m. broadcasted live on ABC. During her year, she will serve as 2011 there were only 2. before you could become a dental and offering services like the walk- Maine’s Goodwill Ambassador for the Children’s Miracle Network As for behavioral health, the patient. We’ve ended that practice, in care.” Hospitals. She hopes to use her year to increase the amount of numbers are even more remarkable. we’ve removed that barrier, so now Twelve years—and the journey women in government at the local, state, and federal level so young In 2011, there were 174 behavioral patients can get dental care or be- has just begun! girls see politics as a viable career path. COURTESY PHOTO health patients, where in 2016 the havioral health care without hav- number was 552—an increase of ing to go through the medical door more than 300 percent. There are first.” 4 behavioral health providers now, Nasson’s growth in recent years doubling the number that was on can be attributed in part to its phys- Father-Son Handyman Services staff in 2011. ical expansion in the community. Nasson offers health services The health center has satellite sites in an integrated fashion, so that pa- at Maine Behavioral Healthcare in tients have access to medical, den- Springvale, at 2 Springbrook Drive We get it tal, and behavioral care at a single in Biddeford, and at the student done! Interior & exterior location. Providers work collabora- health center at Nobel High school tively, and patient records are cen- in North Berwick. In addition, Nas- painting and repairs. tralized, so providers have access to son offers same day or next day Call 459-0487

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GHOST HUNTING they did, they realized that there always had an interest in the un- First Annual Parafest Maine from part of the Portland Freedom Trail (Continued from page 1) were no door handles on the door known. His brother Travis had had 1-5 p.m. in Vassalboro at the Old hiding fugitive slaves on their way and they were locked in! It took experiences with the paranormal, Woolen Mill Building. There will from the South into Canada. It was spirit of a child, and Toby made a a bit to get the door back open but Hartford himself had his first be a live public ghost hunt with all also the sight of a mysterious fire game of tag to encourage the child again! Other spirits whose voices encounter about eight years ago at three teams presenting, as well as that occurred in 1854. The Acade- to light up one of the detectors. “In were heard through the spirit box work. “I heard someone talking,” over 20 other paranormal teams. my building was used by the Con- another room, we came across a named themselves – there was a he said, but looked around and no Vendors, guest lecturers, psychic solidated School District (SAD very angry man who tried to intim- Joseph, Billy or William Reynolds one was there. “Then I thought I readings and food vendors will be #55) from 1952-1986. Friends of idate us and used vulgar language and a couple, John and Abigail. heard something in the bathroom,” there. Following the event will be Par Sem, volunteers, stepped in to and threats [using a spirit box]” After the group investigations, but again, nothing was there. He a four-hour ghost hunt in the Mill save it. Their goal is to refurbish the Gordon continued, “but Toby re- participants were invited to con- then heard footsteps in the base- building itself. Tickets are $7 for campus as an artistic and cultural mained calm, putting all of us at tinue investigating on their own. ment, so he went downstairs to Admission to Parafest, and $25 for center. Since then, it was used by ease.” Hartford confirmed this Hartford reported that everyone investigate. When he did, “I saw Parafest and the Ghost Hunt. For the Head Start program until 2006, encounter, and reported that these seemed really interested in the a man’s face coming through the more information visit the MARS and Friends of Par Sem has hosted were not the only encounters of the event, was very respectful, and cracks in the floor,” he said, “but Facebook Page. many different fundraisers, such evening. almost everyone continued until I could see through the face to the Curious about the Parsonsfield as Victorian Teas and Chocolate A black shadow about five feet about 1 a.m., and few others kept floor.” That’s when the paranor- Seminary? It was the first Semi- Fests, as well as an annual event tall was seen, and several people going until 3 or 4 a.m. “I was re- mal became more of a hobby, and nary (high school) in the United called, “The Haunting” at Hallow- were scratched. In one room on the ally surprised by the level of inter- when he started to do investiga- States built by the Free Will Bap- een, which takes people on a tour of third floor of the girls’ dormitory, est,” Hartford said. tions. London, practiced Wikka in tists. It was in operation from 1832 42 rooms in the building. Visit their using a spirit box, one person was “This experience has put to high school, and began tarot card to 1949. It is said that it was a sta- website at www.parsonsfieldsemi- blindfolded and used headphones rest any doubts I have had on an reading from that practice. The tion on the Underground Railroad, nary.org for more information. to hear what came through the afterlife and I would like to learn pair was joined by Dan and Kassie spirit box, and said outloud what more,” Gordon said. She added Scott in 2016, and have investi- they heard to the rest of the group. that everyone was very profes- gated over 30 locations together. OBITUARIES They made contact with a female sional, there were no bells and “We do about two investigations a young girl who was very sad, and whistles, nothing fake, no sales month,” Hartford said. most importantly being with her said, “Billy comes every Tuesday,” pitches, no bragging, no promos Sept. 30 is National Ghost Dawn Smith Desrosiers Dawn Smith Desrosiers, 72, family. she said, and hurts her. Hartford, like T-shirts and mugs, “just down Hunting Day, and at 10 p.m. there of Sand Pond Rd., Hollis, passed Dawn is predeceased by her who is an empath, felt a vibration to earth people loving and sharing will be a gathering at the Red away Tues- parents, and three brothers Scott, in his chest and feet during that en- what they do.” Church in Standish, with all pro- day Aug. 1, Brett and Bart, aka Jake Smith. counter, and felt very sad himself. Maine Afterlife Research Soci- ceeds going to the Red Church. 2017 at the She is survived by a son David Another encounter was on the sec- ety (MARS) was founded in 2015 The goal is to get into the Guiness Gosnell Me- Desrosier Jr. of Lyman, a daughter ond floor of the girls’ dormitory. by Hartford and his fiancée, Toni Book of World Records. morial Hos- Patricia Forbes and husband Scott A spirit moved the door back and London. As a kid, Hartford had On Oct. 7, MARS, GRIM pice House forth, and said, “Slam it!” and then and Central Maine Ghost Hunt- of Hollis, a brother Bruce Smith in Scarbor- “Close it!” to the group. When ers will come together to hold the of Hollis, five grandchildren Ryan ough. She and Sarah Forbes, Corinne Des- was born in rosier Valient, Emily Desrosier New Britain, Dawn Smith and Gabriella Desrosier. CT Sept. 24, Desrosiers A graveside service will be 1944 the daugh- held Friday, Aug. 11 at 1 p.m. at ter of Floyd Arnold and Alice Elder Gray Cemetery in Water- Willey Smith. boro. Pastor Ron Sargent will of- She and her family moved ficiate. to Maine at a young age and she Dennett, Craig & Pate Funeral attended Saco Schools including Home and Cremation 13 Portland Thornton Academy. Roadd, Buxton are entrusted with Dawn was employed at local the arrangements. 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Friday, ny antics in “Shenanigans At The Pine Grove Cemetery North will amusing stories. Light Refresh- and under. The Bakery at Notre Aug. 11 will be the last show for Blue Pelican Inn” by Kathleen be held on Aug. 16 at 6:30 p.m. ments. Dame, open daily 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., 2017 with MJ Brink & Deej SG. Crandall. Don’t miss these sassy at the Waterboro Town Hall in the ANNUAL SERVICE at the is open extended hours to 7 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. seniors as they take to the stage old building. historic Old Corner Church, cor- on Fridays during the Mama Mia Concerts are at the bandstand, for their second run of the show... SOKOKIS LAKE HISTO- ner of Federal Street and West season. FMI call 324-8811. 6:30-8:30 p.m. you’ll leave the theatre with a RY Thurs., Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. at Road in South Waterboro, will be BOTTLE DRIVE TO SANFORD MAINE STAGE smile on your face and a laugh the Limerick Brick Town House. held Sunday, Aug. 20, at 2 p.m. FIGHT MILFOIL JD’s Pack- COMPANY’S SENIOR THE- on your lips! Performed at the Sokokis Lake History presented Rev. Philip Bean will deliver the age Store and Redemption Center ATRE returns to the stage on Nasson Theatre, 457 Main Street, by Evan Cole and the Limerick sermon, and with his wife Norma, on Route 5 in Waterboro (across Saturday, Aug. 12 th at 7:30 p.m. Springvale.All Tickets $10, mts@ Historical Society. History from Jan Thibeault and Gordon Trail, from Hannaford) will accept re- will provide special music. Fol- turnables and give the deposit lowing the service and refresh- money to the Lake Arrowhead ments, Friends of Old Corner Conservation Council (LACC). Church will have its annual busi- Just tell them you want it to be ness meeting. Those interested in given to LACC. The funds help joining the effort to preserve the support efforts in fighting the mil- NOW OPEN 1804 landmark are encouraged to foil battle. Wed.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. • Sun. til 7 p.m. attend and participate in various FRIENDS OF THE LIMER- plans for repair, fundraising and ICK LIBRARY PLAY READ- utilization of the church for com- ING GROUP Do you love the munity events. For more details, theater? Come and join us, no ex- FULL BAR • 16 GREAT BEERS ON TAP call Maureen at 247-3784. perience needed, fun, casual, no BONNY EAGLE FLEA lines to learn. Once a month on a MARKET Sept. 9 at Bonny Ea- Wednesday evening, dates vary. gle Middle School. Vendors want- Call Nellie Champion at 793 2395 River Tap ed $20/table space. Sponsored By or the Limerick library. Limington Extension. Proceeds Woodfords Family Services provide BEHS scholarships. Call FOSTER PARENT SUPPORT & Grill 692-2989 to reserve space or FMI. GROUP Cornish United Church CAR WASH to benefit Mass- of Christ, 39 Main Street, Cor- • Great deck overlooking abesic High School girls soccer nish (Across from the Cornish the Saco River teams, Sunday, Aug. 20 at the Library) Every 1st Thursday of milkroom, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. rain or the Month 6pm - 7:30pm. Open • Chef Chris Pillsbury shine. Cost is any donation. to All Foster Parents. Childcare is LIMERICK HIGH SCHOOL limited, RSVP Tonya Dearborn at • Beautiful, upscale, ANNUAL ALUMNI REUNION, 878-9663, x4160. Sat. Aug. 12. 1 p.m. at Whiteley CALLING ALL CRAFT- New England-inspired Beach, Pickerel Pond, Emery Cor- ERS: You’re Invited to join the dining offering a changing ner Road, Limerick. The 50 year accomplished Artisans and Craft- locally-sourced menu class of 1967 will be honored. FMI, ers at the 8th Annual Shaker Hill contact Jackie at 793-8222 or Nina Apple Festival, Saturday and Sun- • 110 seats inside and at 793-2368 In case of rain meeting day, Sept. 23, 24, on Shaker Hill at Jackie Foglios, 107 Emery Cor- Road, site of the former Alfred 40 more coming on the deck! ner Road. Maine Shaker Village. An excit- CRAFT FAIR AND ART IN ing weekend of events is planned View our menu and specials at THE BARN at the Taylor/Frey/ for the several thousand people Leavitt House Museum, 6 Old Al- who attend, including: Children’s www.rivertapandgrill.com fred Road at the intersection of events, giant yard sales, raffles, Route 5 in Waterboro, Aug. 12 from many food options, apple picking, 10 to 4, rain or shine. There will also wagon rides, demonstrations, mu- Call 298-9620 for reservations be lunch tables and museum tours. sic featuring John Gorka and high- FMI call Jim Carll at 247-5878. lighting the two day Artisan-Craft- 52 Golf Course Lane • Hollis MISS ACTON FAIR PAG- er juried show. Join us and be a

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