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NONPROFIT Town of U.S. POSTAGE PAID olume umber arch V 17 N 6 M 18, 2011 GORHAM, ME Gorham, Maine PERMIT NO. 10 —Founded 1736— Town to Celebrate Sidewalk Improvement

275th Anniversary Plan Closer to Reality Bill Ambrose Sponsors and Non-Profit Vendors Needed at Gorham Founders Festival Sarah Gavett-Nielsen

he Town of Gorham will cel- telephone at 839-3079, or via e-mail at ebrate the 275th anniversary of [email protected]. Tits founding in an event entitled As LeVasseur states, “It’s a tough year the Gorham Founder’s Festival. The for raising money and every little bit event, which will begin on the evening counts.” of Friday, May 27, and conclude on There will also be vendors at the Monday, May 30, will take place on event including the Gorham Football the Chick Property near Narragansett and Baseball Boosters, and other non- Engineer Les Berry reviews the School. Dan LeVasseur, treasurer of the profit organizations. Any non-profit plans for the sidewalk improve- Festival, estimates the event will have vendors wishing to contribute to the ment project, where he brick a large turnout. Residents and visitors Founder’s Festival should contact Vice pavers along the side of Amato’s can look forward to carnival rides, Chair of the festival, Darryl Wright, via will be replaced. courtesy of D&L Amusements, a head- e-mail at vendors@gorhamfoundersfes- line performance on Saturday night by tival.com. Wright will act as the point Photo credit Bill Ambrose the band Motor Booty Affair, and the person throughout the duration of the he plan to improve the appear- Development Block Grant to renovate Memorial Day parade. The opening cer- festival and will coordinate all vendors ance of the center of Gorham the sidewalks and curbs in the cen- emonies will feature a speaker—Matt and amusements. Wright has experi- Village is a step closer to fruition ter of Gorham Village. The council Zidle, a weather reporter for WMTW. ence coordinating festivals, having T with the development of documents appropriated $51,150 for the match- Sponsors are needed in order to coordinated Westbrook Days for the needed to put the project out to bid. ing amount for the grant, and an addi- make the festival a success. Key spon- past few years. He is a Gorham resi- Encompassing the reconstruction of tional $91,140 for improvements to sors will be featured in all publications dent, and his expertise will be invalu- the sidewalks, curbs, and crosswalks, the southwest corner of the intersec- generated about the event. Anyone able as he works to provide Gorham the project came about as a result of tion, which would not be covered by who would like to help sponsor the with a successful event. festival should contact LeVasseur by a Community Block Grant that the the grant. Town received in 2010. Les Berry of the local engineering At present, the concrete brick side- firm BH2M and Bob Burns, Gorham’s walks at the intersection have deterio- public works director, worked togeth- Gorham Times 275th Commemorative Issue rated, the curbs are broken down or er to determine the scope of the proj- Be a part of history. In conjunction with the Gorham Founder’s Festival, The Gorham Times missing, and the concrete crosswalks ect within the funds available. In total, are bumpy and uneven. As a result of 862 feet of poured concrete sidewalks is planning a commemorative issue to celebrate Gorham’s 275th anniversary. We are looking these conditions, the downtown area of varying widths will be provided, for pictures, articles and information pertinent to Gorham’s history. Please contact us at has a run-down appearance. along with the same quantity of gran- [email protected] if you have something to share. At the January 5, 2010 meeting, the ite curbing. Curb cuts will bring the Town Council authorized the Town intersection into compliance with the Manager to apply for a Community Americans with Disabilities Act.

Continued on Page 9 Goodbye to Barrows’ Greenhouses Sherrie Fontaine Paul and Donna or the past 50 years, Paul Allen has gone to by the Hannaford family. A daughter married Allen will soon work each day doing what he loves – grow- Roland (Cuke) Barrows, a baseball player for the stop to smell Fing flowers. Paul and his wife, Donna, own Chicago White Sox and Maine Baseball Hall of the prover- Barrows Greenhouse located on Main Street. Fame inductee. By 1905, Barrows Greenhouse bial roses, Last in line of their 100-year-old family tradition, began operations. At 44,000 square feet, it is one Allen will close the greenhouse this June as of the last of the glass greenhouse structures. even ones not they are the last members of the family avail- The greenhouse has provided wholesale cut- grown by their able to run the business. crops to local florist shops, contract sales to the family busi- It can be unusual to find a business retaining City of Portland and the Turnpike Authority of ness, Barrows its original name, much less one with continued Maine and its cash crops of poinsettias, gera- Greenhouse. operations throughout its long history in the niums and Easter lilies are well known. Their same location. The business began in the late 1890’s as a vegetable seedling enterprise owned Continued on Page 12 Photo credit Martha T. Harris Gorham Sightings Do you know where this photo insidetheTimes was taken? Become part of the new visual trivia 18 Blotter 5 living discussion on Facebook (www.facebook.com/ 17 Calendar 4 Municipal GorhamTimes). The location of the sighting from the 18 Classified 6 School 3/4 issue was correctly identified as the auditorium 14 Community 10 Sports seats in the Performing Arts Center (GPAC) at Gorham High School. Log on to Facebook to enter your best

Photo credit Martha T. Harris guess for this picture. www.gorhamtimes.com 2 | Gorham Times | March 18, 2011 letters to theEditor around town Letters to the editor must be signed with a first and last name, typed or e-mailed and include a phone number. Submissions should be less than 300 words. Letters are solely the opinion of the writer and not that of the Gorham Times. They are published at the discretion of the Gorham Times Jon Smith of Great Falls Builders and are subject to editing. purchased the building that formerly housed Bella Donna. Dear Gorham Times, needed. State law requires the superinten- How wonderful to live in such a Fran Thurston Doucette, Director, dent to report on the need for flags supportive community. Last Friday Gorham Food Pantry each year to the School Committee, Narragansett School delivered a col- yet some rooms still lack flags. lection of goods for the pantry. The Dear Gorham Times, State law also requires teachers to children were so excited about the A story from San Francisco made promote respect for the flag among Times process of collecting. They made me national news recently. A member students. What are the odds that ­­Bringing the News to All of Gorham proud of the way we are teaching of the Board of Supervisors there every student in a classroom has a PO Box 401, 77 South Street our young people. The week before is refusing to recite the Pledge of conscientious objection to standing Gorham, Maine 04038 a Girl Scout troop from in town did a Allegiance at the start of regular and reciting the Pledge of Allegiance? Phone and Fax: 839-8390 food drive at Hannaford and brought meetings. But Jane Kim does stand I’d say slim to none. Yet I’ve seen E-mail: [email protected] in about the same amount of goods. during the Pledge, which is more classroom after classroom continue www.gorhamtimes.com Over the last three months, we than the majority of students at in this way. Seniors, juniors, sopho- The Gorham Times is a free volunteer-run have been blessed with help from Gorham High School do. mores and freshmen for more than community newspaper distributed every other several community and private sourc- The Pledge was restored at GHS, two years. And while all students Friday to more than 100 pick-up sites es. You are all great supporters of after illegally absent American flags were advised of their constitutional throughout Gorham. our neighbors who are unable to put were replaced two years ago. Since right not to say the Pledge, I’ve also —— adequate food on their tables. then, students by the hundreds have seen teachers suddenly rush to com- How to reach us We also are trying to improve our remained seated and silent during the pel their students to stand and recite News [email protected] lines of communication. Our website Pledge. I have been the only person when a visitor is present. Sports [email protected] is www.gorhamfoodpantry.org. We standing and reciting the Pledge in I have asked School Committee Features [email protected] also have a Facebook page on which a room full of two dozen students members to consider ways to meet Of Interest [email protected] we keep a flow of information. We many times. the requirements of state law and Calendar item [email protected] can be found at Gorham Food Pantry I do not believe this is what the expectations of the citizens who Advertising [email protected] Friends. Gorham parents and taxpayers elected them. Now let’s talk to our or 839-8390 We at the Pantry are grateful for intended when they demanded a kids to ensure a school culture that School News [email protected] the help and honored by your trust greater respect for the American flag better reflects our community. —— that we will be there when help is in our schools. Suzanna Ennis Office Hours Tuesday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. or call 839-8390 for an appointment. —— Subscriptions NEWS From Augusta $15/year in Gorham; $20/year elsewhere $10/year for college subscription Editor Karen DiDonato Business Manager Sandra Wilson Misperceptions about Maine’s Safety Design/Production Jeannine Owens Police Beat Sheri Faber Net Programs Rep. Linda Sanborn Staff Writers Bill Ambrose Sherrie Fontaine Jackie Francis aine’s economy has changed than a year. Only 4% receive help for Maine has the third highest rate of Sarah Gavett-Nielsen and hard-working families are five or more years, and the majority of “very low food insecurity” in the Stacy Sallinen Mfalling through the cracks. that 4% are permanently disabled. nation. 1 in 5 children struggles with Robin Somes These tough times are driving more A family of three receiving TANF hunger in Maine. Features Chris Crawford Mainers into poverty. We must reevalu- (Temporary Assistance for Needy Research conducted by the Staff Photographers Martha T. Harris ate and restructure safety net programs Families) can get at most $485 per University of New England and Rich Obrey Public Service Jackie Francis to respond to the challenges of today’s month, which is 68% below the federal University of Maine at Orono, challenge Sports Jeff Pike economy. poverty level. The benefits in Maine are the stereotypes about poor families. School Coordinator Stacy Sallinen In order to reevaluate, we need to the least generous in New England and They found that despite the extreme Distribution Chad Sirois know the facts. These are complex less generous than half of the states in challenges faced by these families, they Assignment Coordinator Barbara Neal issues and we need to be thoughtful the country. Less than 1% of all 2010 have a strong desire and commitment Business Development about ways to improve these programs. recipients of public benefits came to toward improving the lives of their Coordinator Sherrie Fontaine Jobs and opportunities are scarce. Maine from another state. From 2008 children and themselves. The major Board of Directors Most people getting help, like the rest through July of 2010, nearly twice as reasons that families apply for TANF Maynard Charron, President of us, would much rather be working many aid recipients left Maine each are work instability in low-wage jobs, Edward Feibel, Robert Gould, than getting help. Instead of blaming month compared to the number who illness and disability, and family related Julie Mason, David Willis, Katie O’Brien, people, we should make changes so moved to Maine. problems including divorce, separation Hannah Schulz Sirios, Michael Wing that working families are not penalized TANF protects children. Currently, or domestic violence. —— for having a job. TANF prevents nearly 25,000 Maine As we reevaluate how to restructure Office Staff Barbara Neal The facts are that 70% of the people children from going without basic our safety net programs, we need to Sales Staff Sandra Wilson, Janet Willams who receive assistance do so for less needs like housing, food and heat. understand why families turn to TANF Distribution Jason Beever, David Butler, in the first place and what it will take Maureen Butler, Julie Burnheimer, Lily Landry, to help them succeed. Good policy Ginny Micucci, Bob Mulkern, Russ Frank, Jeff choices, like the Parents as Scholars Pike, Cody Porter, John Richard, David Willis program, which offers parents who qualify for TANF the opportunity to Advertising and Copy Deadlines pursue higher education, have paid Ad deadline is the Wednesday of the week prior off for Maine families. This program to issue date. Go to www.gorhamtimes.com not only increases the wages of the and click on the advertising link for schedule. graduates by nearly 50% and allows —— Whether it’s big or small, we can do it. the graduates to leave welfare behind Editorial Policy The Gorham Times takes all reasonable care to pre- permanently; college participation has vent errors and disclaims all legal responsibility for Oil Change $19.95 limit 5 quarts oil any such errors, omissions, or typographical errors. raised their children’s aspirations as The Gorham Times will print corrections if notified well, putting an end to persistent pov- within 48 hours. Photos will be returned if provided with a stamped, self-addressed envelope. We reserve 839-8393 erty for generations to come. the right to refuse publication of unsolicited materi- 2 Railroad Ave. • Gorham ME 04038 als. All submissions are subject to editing. Opinions Rep. 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Plowshares Community Farm Begins Offering Shares for the 2011 Harvest Jackie Francis

oes the idea appeal to you farm pick-up.” With over 40 types to have plenty of fresh and of fruit and vegetables from which Dlocally grown vegetables, herbs to choose, share members will find and fruit on your table each week? it easy to fill their bags according to How about some fresh cut flowers? their tastes. “Fresh” and “local” meaning Certified In addition to the weekly array of Naturally Grown (CNG), right off the fresh veggies and fruit harvested for farm, fresh. Plowshares Community you, a share in the farm will offer a Farm on Sebago Lake Road in Gorham pick-your-own (PYO) option, allowing (1/2 mile south of White Rock Free members to pick extra crops when Baptist Church) has an interesting available. According to Farmer Steven, offer for residents of the Greater the PYO crops will be announced to Gorham area. members on a weekly basis via email Steven and Amy Bibula are the new and will be clearly indicated when property owners of this 40-acre farm visiting the farm. “Raspberries, beans, off Route 237 and are offering shares peas, cherry and sauce tomatoes, flow- Photo credit Martha T. Harris in the 2011 harvest. By purchas- ers and herbs are generally available Waiting for the snow to melt, Steven and Amy Bibula from Plowshares Community ing a share in the harvest for $498, as PYO when in season,” says Farmer Plowshares Community Farm will Steven, “and there is no extra cost for Farm on Sebago Lake Rd. (above) are anxious to till the soil and begin planting vegeta- provide you with high quality produce pick-your-own.” Bonus distributions bles, fruit, herbs, and flowers for share members. through the summer months and into will be available of especially bounti- the fall. Farmer Steven, as he calls him- ful crops throughout the season and in the country—Mahaiwe Harvest with share members. self, says the farm will offer about 20 into the fall, and a limited number in the Berkshires of Massachusetts. An April 15 deadline to purchase weekly distributions of fresh, delicious of “workshare exchanges” will be Farmer Steven managed farms in New shares for the 2011 harvest is nec- CNG vegetables. “As a CNG farm, we offered for those wishing to pay for York, owned his own farm enterprise essary to determine acreage to be farm according to the CNG standards, their produce by working the land. in Connecticut and, until recently, farmed. If interested or for more which mirror the National Organic Four hours of farm work per week managed Sunrise Acres Farm in information call 239-0442 or write to Program,” says Bibula. “CNG encour- will be exchangeable for each week’s Cumberland. [email protected]. Visit them at ages folks to buy direct from their “share.” A share provides vegetables Farmers Steven and Amy are anx- www.localharvest.org. local farms, without those farms hav- throughout the growing season for ious for the nutrient-rich snow to melt ing to go through the extra expense approximately four people on a mixed so they can start plowing fields on Plowshares Community Farm, Inc. of ‘organic’ certification.” diet or two vegetarians. their new farm. “We chose Gorham 236 Sebago Lake Road Every week there will be plenty of A New York native, Farmer Steven’s because it’s a healthy, stable growing Gorham, ME 04038 newly picked vegetables from which formal training began in 1994 while population and we value the commu- (207) 239-0442 to choose. Members go to the farm holding an apprenticeship with David nity neighborhood feel,” says Bibula. [email protected] and pick out the vegetables they want Inglis, a trained bio-dynamic farmer Plowshares Community Farm guaran- Open for Tuesday Pickups (3-7 p.m.) from what has been harvested that who practiced Community Supported tees to be “good stewards of the land” and Friday Pickups (2-6 p.m.) day— “a convenient buffet-style, on Agriculture (CSA) at the oldest CSA and looks forward to a relationship

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• South Portland • West Falmouth • Gorham • Biddeford • Brunswick 207-799-8596 207-774-3070 207-839-2559 207-283-1441 207-798-4050 4 | Gorham Times | March 18, 2011 municipal @ Your Library Peggy Marchand Town Council Report March 1, 2011 Robin Somes hairman Matthew Robinson • Fair Hearing Board: Philip opened the March 1 Town Shearman CCouncil Meeting. Attendees • Board of Health: Linda Sanborn included Councilors Brenda Caldwell, • Zoning Board of Appeals and Matthew Mattingly, Noah Miner, Board of Sewer Appeals: Joseph Michael Phinney, John Pressey, Town Gwozdz, Stephen Scontras Manager David Cole and Town Clerk • Board of Trustees-Baxter Christina Silberman. Councilor Phillip Memorial Library: Mary Collins, Gagnon was absent due to the deliv- Patricia Weeks, Susan Emerson ery of his first child. In Town Council communications: Representative Jane Knapp’s reported: n Councilor Phinney reported: n Anthem, Maine’s largest private • The Turf Field Committee Photo courtesy of Roger Marchand health insurer, is proposing rate intends to have recommenda- Public Services Librarian James Rathbun and Trustee President Linda Frinsko prepare hike increases. Public hearings will tions for a turf field by April. for the Baxter Memorial Library’s “Baxter, Books, and Bountiful Bites... a Home-cooked be held on March 14 (University of • The Wind Power Ordinance is Literary Feast” Fundraiser. Tickets now on sale at the library. Maine), and March 22 (USM). close to finalization. n The Office of the State Treasurer’s n Councilor Pressey reported: ooks, they say, offer readers And guess who is invited to share unclaimed property list is avail- • The board and committee “food for thought.” This time, one of the meals? You and your able at www.maine.gov/treasurer/ appointment recommendations Bthough, books will promise a friends, of course! All you have to do unclaimed_property. will be reviewed. wonderful meal! Baxter Memorial is select your favorite meals from the n Central Maine Power Tree Care • The Board of Assessment Review, Library is excited to announce a menu, choose a date, purchase your Program will improve electricity the Recycling Committee, and series of fabulously delicious meals ticket, and arrive ready for a wonder- delivery. Details are available at the Fair Hearing Board still need to be served at homes across Gorham ful repast! Guests can choose to read during the month of April as part the book, but aren’t obliged to do www.cmpco.com. volunteers. of the library’s “Baxter, Books, and so. After all, it’s a party, not a book n Councilor Mattingly reported: Bountiful Bites, A Home-Cooked discussion! Plan to meet both new Town Council actions included: • Any citizens concerned about Literary Feast.” Each meal will feature friends and old ones while enjoying n A proposed request to Gorham’s Central Maine Power’s smart food and fun related to a book select- an inspired menu. State Legislative Delegation was meters should contact the Public ed by the host. Tickets are $25 per person per approved to maintain the cur- Utilities Commission. meal and are available at the library rent funding Revenue Sharing law • This year’s Gorham Marketplace along with descriptions of each book and restore the Maine/municipal- will be held on March 26. The “Cents for our Second Century” and menu. There are a limited num- ity partnership in order to pre- event showcases local products Adding Up ber of tickets available for each meal. vent diversion of funds from the and is an excellent opportunity Baxter Memorial Library has collected to date: Proceeds will benefit the library’s State Revenue Sharing program. to support Gorham businesses. Centennial Endowment Fund, the According to proposal details, the n Councilor Caldwell reported: 45,848 pennies interest of which provides books and State Revenue Sharing program • The Finance Committee reviewed 4,391 Nickels DVDs for circulation. The Friends represents $1,679,000 for Gorham income and expenditure reports, 6,100 Dimes of Baxter Library and the Board of 4,091 Quarters this year, helping to minimize and a draft fund balance policy. Trustees are sponsoring this new Total: $2,310.78 local property taxes. However, the The upcoming budget and fundraising event and hope to make it State’s proposed budget will divert Governor LePage’s proposed If you would like to donate your spare change an annual one. For more information, these funds to help offset its own cuts to revenue sharing were to purchase new books and other items, toss please call BML at 839-5031, pturn- budget issues, with an estimated reviewed and discussed. them in the boxes near the living mural at [email protected] or visit their website at $545,723 from Gorham. Other Baxter Memorial Library. www.baxterlibrary.org. proposed changes would continue Town Manager David Cole report- to reduce State Revenue Sharing ed: funds, compromising future prop- n The Town will have a booth at the erty taxes. (4 yeas, 2 nays [Mattingly Gorham Marketplace. Real Estate Transfers December 2010 & Miner]) n Gorham will assume rescue billing n A proposal was approved to for Westbrook. Location Buyer Seller Price amend Gorham’s Personnel Policy Longfellow Rd. susan S. Sato Timothy Valeriani $9,000 Ordinance regarding compensation Chairman Robinson reported 15 Cedar Circle Deborah Mahoney kimberly Albaum $65,900 time so that employees who earn that Ecomaine awarded the 2011 81 Wagner Farm Rd. Robert Lavoie Thomas Strumph $235,000 excessive overtime due to storm Ecoexcellence Award to Nappi 415 South St. susan Fuson William McMakin $290,500 events and who have already accu- Distributors for their recycling and 42 Fillion’s Way i. Nissanka & K. Clark Grandview, LLC $280,000 mulated 40 hours compensation energy efficiency efforts. 10 Goodall Rd. Howard Tucker peter Ward $133,000 time, may accumulate up to an addi- 180 Main St. 180 Main St. LLC David Brown $644,625 tional 40 hours. (6 yeas) School Committee Chairman Dennis 511 Main St. Down East Realty Trust sB Holdings $1,860,000 n Voted 6-0 for Board and Committee Libby reported: 734 Fort Hill Rd. laura McDonald Amik Properties LLC $232,500 3-year appointments: n Governor Lepage’s budget includes 12 Bouchard Dr. kim Meggison-Dyer Michael Guernsey $235,000 • Planning Board: Christopher an increase to General Purpose Aid. 8 Twilight Ln. Brendan & Lisa Gow Maynerd Hicks $350,000 n 8 Timothy Dr. Jon & Julia Cunningham sTJ, Inc. $228,250 Hickey, Corey Theriault Gorham High School will partici- 12 Black Brook Rd. Alena & Bruce Barnes Joan & William Wood $270,000 • Gorham Economic Development pate in a research project by the 60 Day Rd. Jason & Heather Gaudreau Rebecca Gordon $280,000 Corporation: Richard Carter, Maine Education Policy Research 26 Wolf River Run Arleen & Barry Weiss ksD Development $290,000 Daniel Willett, Jack Donovan, Institute to better understand high- 18 Green St. William Kilroy Brian Key $170,000 Arthur Handman er performance and more efficient 16 Wolf River Run Vickie & Albert Evans ksD Development $325,400 • Parks and Conservation public schools in Maine due to 104 Narragansett St. Roberta Gagne Jennifer Wheeler $187,000 Commission: Anne Dunbar, GHS’s success. 54 Quincy Dr. lisa & Ben Conway Jason Gaudreau $402,500 Claudia Stanley 10 Ledge Hill Rd. Ursula Gates yolanda Marzul $297,500 • Board of Assessment Review: 5 Blueberry Ln. Jennie Corkum Gilbert Homes, Inc. $220,000 Melinda Shain, Anne Dunbar 12 Wagner Farm Rd. Cushing, A. & Ekowicki, R. s sebago Developers, Inc. $259,900 (alternate) 165 Flaggy Meadow Rd. Robbins, M. & G. Roberta Gagne $238,500 50 Gray Rd. Atkinson, M & Mazaris, K Matthew Wood $239,900 • Recycling Committee: Steven Wiggins, Christine Gamarsh March 18, 2011 | Gorham Times | 5 living

Being Well Linda Morris

editation is being practiced by With the hectic pace and demands more and more people for a of life today, many people feel stressed, Mvariety of reasons, including overworked and overwhelmed. It often general wellness. The term medita- feels like there is not enough time in tion refers to a group of techniques, the day to get everything done, let such as mantra meditation, relaxation alone find the time to stop and medi- response, mindfulness meditation, and tate. Multitasking is so commonplace Zen Buddhist meditation. Most medita- that we forget how to do one thing at tive techniques are rooted in Eastern a time. Our stress and tiredness can religious or spiritual traditions and have make us unhappy, impatient and frus- been used by many different cultures trated. It can even affect our health. throughout the world for thousands of But meditation can actually give you years. Today, many people use medita- more time by making your mind calm- tion outside of its traditional religious er and more focused so daily tasks and or cultural setting to promote health events become more enjoyable and and well-being. more quickly accomplished. Simply put, in meditation, a person In over 1,000 published research learns to focus their attention. Some studies – some scientifically rigorous forms of meditation instruct the practi- and some not – various methods of tioner to become mindful of thoughts, meditation have been linked to chang- feelings, and sensations and to observe es in metabolism, blood pressure, brain them in a nonjudgmental way. During activation, and other bodily processes. meditation, one might pay attention (A.B. Newberg & J. Iversen 2003). to sounds they are hearing, to the feel- Meditation has also been used ing of their body touching the surface in clinical settings as a method of on which they are sitting, and to what stress and pain reduction. Jon Kabat- they can see in their line of vision. The Zinn, professor of medicine emeritus practice of meditation has been shown and founding director of the Stress to result in a state of greater calmness, Reduction Clinic and the Center New On-Line Tax Appointment Scheduling physical relaxation and psychological for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Go to www.gorhamcpa.com balance. Meditation can change how a Care, and Society at the University of person relates to the flow of thoughts Massachusetts Medical School, scientifi- and emotions and also can impact how cally demonstrated that the benefits they handle stress. of mindfulness practice include an Beginning meditators usually find increase in the body’s ability to heal it difficult to focus their attention and and a shift from a tendency to use the mistakenly believe that the goal is to right prefrontal cortex to using the left. 36 Main Street • Gorham, Maine 04038 empty their mind of all thought. In This shift is associated with a trend 207-839-0400 • [email protected] • www.gorhamcpa.com reality, meditation is more about relax- away from depression and anxiety and ing and observing what the mind does. towards happiness, relaxation, and To quote Breakfast With Buddha, a emotional balance. novel by Roland Merulio, the author So relax, breathe, and find time for describes one of his first attempts to quiet meditation. It is good for you in meditate: “ . . . my mind became a so many ways. combination of circus/symphony/rock concert. Seven television stations on at Linda Morris, owner of once, in the same small room. Grand Gorham Massage and Central Station but with a band march- Wellness, is a licensed ing through it now, advertisements massage therapist with being read aloud, the babbling of fifty 10 years experience. voices.” Many people get frustrated at this point and abandon efforts to medi- tate.

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“Nourishing Hope” cookbook cover. Nourishingschool Hope for Autism Gorham Middle School Geography Bee Winner Jeffrey Carpenter Photo credit Alisha Johnson Awareness Stacy Sallinen n January, the Gorham School ach day Alisha Johnson, a special on appetizers, breads and muffins, District held its annual National education teacher at Narragansett soups and salads, entrees, side dishes, Geographic Bee as part of a con- School, and her team of educational desserts and a gluten-free section. It I E test through the National Geographic technicians, Tori Folland, Susan Grygiel, also has a “Just for Fun” section for Amalia Hanson and Paula Hansen, strive kids with non-edible recipes includ- Society. Twenty-five students from to make a difference in the lives of chil- ing “Slime.” It also incorporates a sec- Gorham Middle School competed for a dren and families affected by autism. tion on “Ten Things Every Child with coveted spot to participate at the state The team is raising money and aware- Autism Wants You to Know.” level in Farmington on April 1. ness for autism as a way to honor their In addition, the team created over The first rounds went fast until students who inspire them to be com- 100 pins from cardboard puzzle pieces, ten students remained, and the ques- passionate, understanding, and to slow the symbol for autism awareness. Each tions continued to be challenging. down and enjoy life. pin has been uniquely hand-painted by John Ennis, who won the geography Autism is a developmental disability students in the class. bee for the previous two years, and that affects a person’s ability to com- As part of Autism Awareness month Maxwell Johnson, a first timer to the municate and interact with others, and in April, the team hopes to make a sig- bee, were the final two students left usually appears within the first three nificant donation to the Autism Society standing. Maxwell secured his spot Photo credit Stacy Sallinen years of age. There are certain behav- of America (ASA), which provides in the state competition by answering Maxwell Johnson will be participating iors that fall on a spectrum, and it support, autism education, awareness, two out three final questions correct- in the Maine State National Geographic affects each person differently. One out advocacy, research, and assists families ly. One of the final questions asked Society’s Geography Bee in April. of 110 children has a disorder that falls living with autism. Proceeds from the was: “Tet is an important holiday cele- within the autism spectrum. It is not sale of cookbooks and pins will be brating the New Year in what country known what causes autism, but early donated to the ASA. west of the Gulf of Tonkin?” Vietnam this exciting night of geography. intervention and support for families Cookbooks can be purchased for was the correct answer. Congratulations to Maxwell and the are very important. $10 per copy and include a hand-made The night was exciting and several Inspired by their love for cooking, pin. Each additional pin can be pur- best of luck to him as he competes at member of the community, parents, the team collected over 150 recipes chased for $3. The team is currently Maine State National Geographic Bee. family and staff members attended that they compiled into their cookbook taking orders. Anyone interested in called “Nourishing Hope,” which is purchasing items can contact Alisha dedicated to their students and fami- Johnson at 222-1037 or alishj@gorham- lies. The cookbook includes a section schools.org.

Schoolhouse Arts Center school notes presents Spring 2011. . . Gorham’s Got Talent Audition Call Upcoming Gorham Adult Education Auditions will be held on Thursday, April Classes, Register NOW! For more infor- 14 from 5 to 8 p.m. in the GMS audito- mation on these and other courses being My Mother, rium. This competition is open to any offered this spring, please visit My Father member of the Gorham and surround- www.gorham.maineadulted.org. and My ing communities, and to any age group. Historic Quilt Blocks Mother Singers, dancers, bands, comedians, 4 Classes on Mondays, 3/21-4/11, 6:30- with Mike Harris magicians, etc. can audition for this is a 8:30 p.m., GMS March family-oriented event. The first competi- $49, plus $3 Materials Fee tion will be held on Saturday, May 14 Needle Felted Critters 18 & 19 April 1-17 from 7 to 9 p.m. and the finals will be Tuesday, 3/29, 9-noon, GMS held on Sunday May 15 from 4 to 6 p.m. $24, plus $15 materials fee If you are interested in auditioning or Music Jam have questions, please contact Jeffrey 8 classes on Thursdays, 3/31-5/26 (No April 29-May 1 Carpenter at 749-2837. This is a fund- class 4/21), 7-9 p.m., GMS, $69 raising event for the GMS History Day Team and Gorham Arts Alliance. Prize Intro to Digital Photography monies and trophies will be awarded. Friday, 4/1, 6:30-8:30 p.m., GMS, $16 May 6-8 Child Development Services of Cumberland County conducts screening of children suspected of having a disability who may require special education services on an ongoing basis. If you, or families with whom you work, would like to refer a child for screening, please contact:

Child Development Services Cumberland County 50 Depot Road Half Moon Jug Band Falmouth, Maine 04105 June 11 May 20-22 (207) 781-8881 (phone) (207) 781-8855 (fax)

If you have any questions or would like assistance with this process, Contact Schoolhouse Arts Center please contact the Gorham School Department, Office of Instructional (located at 16 Richville Road, Standish) Support, 75 South Street, Gorham, Maine 04038 or by calling 207-222-1002. 642-3743 or www.schoolhousearts.org March 18, 2011 | Gorham Times | 7

Gorham Middle School Second Quarter Honor Roll 2010-11 Gorham High School Second Quarter Honor Roll 2010-11

6th Grade High Honors Eric Lane Olivi Bell Emily Lewis Grade 9 High Honors Kyle Robida Kevin Lubelczyk Paige Weymouth Anne Acker-Wolfhagen Theodore Lockman Tyler Bernier Jeffrey McNally Thomas Bradshaw Joshua Slater Olivia Marshburn-Ersek Dylan Whitaker Mary Adams Dylan Lockwood Ahmed Beshir Thomas Pequinot Nicole Brunet Timothy Smith Aryn Martin Amelia Whitten Katherine Andrews Keegan Luce Emily Bragg Emily Peterson Meghan Cushing Rozada Spiers Nathan Moody Avery Arena Kaylea Lundin Daniel Brann Julie Pike Morgan Cushing Michelle Staples Jesse Orach Grade 12 High Honors Kelly Aube Julia Lyons Thomas Brent Mikayla Richman Kiara Day Lauren Stiles Osna Sayed Daniel Aceto Sally Aube Kayley Mason Kevin Brewer Charlotte Smith Emily DeLuca Lydia Story Alexandra Sturgis Molly Aube Jackson Banks Angelina Meserve Gerek Brown Julia Smith Eric DeLuca Sophia Swiatek Nicole Sutherland Sydney Butler Trystan Bates Isabelle Muehle Mallory Campbell Timothy Sposato Molly Dufour Dylan Truong Ellyn Touchette Jessie Dye Lucas Bryant Fiona Nee Alexander Candelmo Andrea Stemm Megan Dunlap Katie Tucker Bradley Turnbaugh Travis Fields Delaney Burns Taylor Nygren Chelsea Caron Katherine Stickney Madeleine Gotschlich Dylan Turner Kiersten Turner Caroline Fogarty Jamie Carter Miles Obrey Sydney Caron Jacob Sturgis Chloe Gray Owen Whitehead Lia Van de Krol Nicholas Hawkes Kathryn Christianson Emily O’Donnell Amber Cavarretta Michael Susi Sadie Guimond Lukas Willoughby Lisa Wong Brendon Joyce Tony Cooper Athena Pappalardo Bryan Conover Thomas Susi Madeleine Hamblen Owen Wright Larissa Worster Kelsie Kerwin Cameron Coro Marina Pappalardo Nicole Couillard Zoe Swift Kacey Hamlin Raisa Luck Liberty D’Anto Kyle Peoples Zachary Crockett Madison Tippetts Abigail LaPorte Grade 10 High Honors Grade 11 Honors Allison Matthews Brandon Desjardin Kent Piazzola Rebecca Cupps Jordan Ward Paige Lara Elizabeth Landry Audrey Adkison Megan Mitchell Drew Eid Haley Poitras Jennifer Darasz Autumn Weed Joseph Martin Spencer LaPierre Steven Albanese Thomas Moutinho Travis Emerson Olivia Puopolo Sara Darling Michaela Williams Jason Meuse Michael Lubelczyk Reeve Anderson Mia Rapolla Emily Esposito Kenneth Richard Taylor Day Ashley Woodbury Kelsey Mitchell Michelle Pham Julia Batchelder Andre Sirois Ryan Firmin Tyler Richman Renee Deering Andrew York Haley Perkins Katiana Selens Adam Bourgault Morgan Stickney Jackson Fotter Stella Rojecki Bregan DeLeon Sydney Prindle Patricia Smith Carter Bowers Megan Story Grant Hamblen Julia Roy Jennifer Devine Grade 8 Honors Jessica Rexrode Alexander Swiatek Nathan Bucknell Alexandra Tracy Ryan Hamblen Arianna Sapuan Madeleine DeWitt Ashley Aceto Courtney Roberts Tyler Verrill Chelsea Burnham Ryan Weed Cameron Holmes Alexander Scholz-Lague Cooper Donovan Riley Allen Rona Sayed Damon Wallace Shannon Clark Shannon Wilcox Madeline Joyal-Myers Alex Smith Sierra Doyle Matthew Bennett Claire Sirois Meredyth Clements Jamie Juskiewicz Ariana Smith Emily Duff William Bessette II Victoria Small Grade 10 Honors Mason Crocker Grade 12 Honors Whitney King Caroline Smith Caitlyn Duffy Abigail Biegel Hannah Southard Lucia Alexandrin Brandon Cushman Emma Alden Elizabeth Klatt Michael Smith Gemma Dufour MacKenzie Bowers Shelby Stack Kayla Billings Briaana Custeau Rebecca Auger Jason Komulainen Nathanael Smith Eleanor Feinberg Krista Boylen Jacqueline Turner Grace Bourgault Leanna Dalfonso Thomas Bahun Carli Labrecque Samuella Spurr Sarah Flanders Darcie Brown Laura Turner Kristen Braley Abigael Dean Abigail Bailey Justin Laughlin Karen Stemm Natasha Fogg Sarah Buotte Melissa Walls Morgan Briggs Dominic DeLuca Benjamin Baines Hannah LeBlanc Cameron Stevens Emerson Fox Amanda Butler Celeste Carpenter Olivia Dolloff Connor Bell Elizabeth Lemieux Jacob Stevens Morgan Freeman Brooke Caron Grade 9 Honors MacKenzie Coburn Nathaniel Dombek Katherine Bennett Narissa Libby Katherine Sullivan Joseph Gallant Michael Chapin Rebecca Amell Samantha Cupps Sarah Doughty Kayla Carpenter Abigail Longstaff Connor Sweatt Connor Goodall Mackenzie Collins Christian Auspland Kyle Curley Ryan Eagle Lindsey Charlton Sarah Lorello Erica Thibeault Colin Gotschlich Kaitlyn Curley Carly Barber Keagan Dumont William Eldridge Megan Creeden Thomas Macomber Justin Thompson Isabella Griffin Megan Demers William Beland Francesca Gallant Kaitlin Flanders Jordan Cunningham Samuel Martel Brittanie Tibbetts Christopher Hayward Margaret Donohue Carly Bell Meaghan Gilbert Rebecca Foster Kelly Devoe Thomas Matthews John Towle Dane Heckathorn River Dunn Emily Berrill Kayla Harris Michael Giasson Kylie Duggan Ethan Orach Evelyn Turnbaugh Maeghan Higgins Reagan Emerson Justin Broy Alex Johnson Nicole Gile Andrew Ernest Padraic Owens Blake Wallace Claudia Ingalls Gregory Farrington Tucker Buteau Tristan Juday Dustin Goodale Nathan Faulkner Lauren Poirier Dylan Weeks Alexandra Johnson Kevin Frazier Kyley Butler Elizabeth Lavoie Nathan Goodrich Victoria Geffers Brady Rioux Cameron Wright Collin Jones Benjamin Garson Tyler Carroll Arthur Jebediah Brittany Grant Katelyn Haluzak Samuel Roussel Emily Yager Sarah Jordan Tucker Gasowski Lauren Carter Lockman Taylor Hansen Hanna Hamblen Jordan Sherwood Alex York Mia Kaufman Julia Gaudette Michael Chin Jackson Marshall Philip Holmes Taylor Hammond Emma Smith Carson Kuschke Griffin Germond Ashley Clark Bethany Marshburn- Andrew Hopkins Norma Harrison Molly Sposato Grade 7 High Honors Cassidy Landry Erika Heddesheimer Jeremy Collett Ersek Rachel Johnson Kyle Hartford Raymond St. Cyr Diana Albanese Kyle Latronico Benjamin Hincher Ryan Cota Cassaundra Martel Nicholas Kilborn Sara Harvey Alexandra Stresser Thomas Bernier Nikolas Lieberum Sydney Hobart Griffin Courtney Nicholas Matthews Kimberlee Laney Ian Hawkes Heather Woodbury Kayleigh Bettencourt Matthew McCarty Katherine Hopkins Patrick Crocker Amy McCarty Ashley Linscott Sarah Henderson Kailyn Bowie Molly Merrifield Andrew Johnson April Cummings Matthew McKenney Alyssa Lurvey Leaha Keene Grade 6 Honors Benjamin Bradshaw Hannah Meserve Evan Johnson Jessica Day Maxwell McNally Colin Mader Sarah Kennedy Elsa Alexandrin Kyle Briggs Chatham Nagy Maxwell Johnson Sophia Dobben Alexander Owens Stefani Magee Alena Kiel Tyler Arnett Tristan Brunet Madison Ochse Brendan Kelly Julia Donley Riley Shane Perkins Tyler Maroon Conor Kirby Georgia Baber Hailey Bryant Marlo Pappalardo Jessica Labrecque Tyler Eldridge Sydney Perkins Andrew McCarthy Shawn Knight Jake Bear Robert Campbell Robert Pellerin Thomas Lawson Charlotte Feinberg Jennifer Pinkelman Alex Miller Darrell Kramer Rachel Beaulieu Cady Houghton Corbin Pierce Kayli Leavitt Gabrielle Garson Taylor Plasz Samuel Mosher Erika Kutchmarick Katherine Bennett Madison Keating Nathaniel Rines Logan Letourneau Johnathan Hamlin Dominic Pompeo Michelina Murray Nathan Lemieux James Benson Samuel Kilborn Dylan Rogers Jennifer Loubier Colin Harvey Hannah Pratt Quincy Owens James Lewis Kathryn Bertin Aisling Kirby William Ruby Sean Luce Karen Knight Brian Rex Victoria Parker Joseph Lynch Madison Bickford Branden Kuusela William Selens Ryan Maloy Narissa Kourinos Marissa Roberts Kelsey Pequinot Jennifer Malpass Nikolas Briggs Spencer Linscott Angela Sills Brendan Mercier Brandon Labrecque Kristin Ross Sarah Perkins Logan Marshall Alyssa Carey Jordanne Mercier Allison Sinnett Alexis Miller Joseph Lambert Danielle Roy Sierra Peters Michael Miliano Dean Carrier Joseph Moutinho Malcolm Smith Zachary Mills Ryan Latronico Andrew Scontras Amanda Richardson Sarah Moir Nikoles Charron Gordon Murray Lyndsey Sobieralski Blanca Monsen Jesse Leavitt Quincy Shaw Mark Ridgeway Rebecca Morin Dennis Cloutier Emma Niles Rachael Stewart Dominic Morin Hannah Leclair Elliott Speirs Danielle Rivard Michelle Ramsey Seth Cook Taylor Perkins Elizabeth Sullivan Sarah Norton Matthew Leclair Kara Stahl Sabrina Rowell Caite Robinson Sydney Coolong Madison Poulin Maeve Terry Tanner Ochse Paige Lemieux Michael Sullivan Margaret Roy William Ross Kristen Curley Calvin Riiska Jason Tracey Olivia Owens Gabrielle Libby Madeline Susi Mitchell Sawyer Michael SeeHusen Jordan Currier Dayna Shaw Kalli Verrill Sophie Perkins Hannah Linscott Malcolm Tartt Cole Shiers Kristen Shepard Haylee Dahlborg Anna Smith Nicole Walls Sarah Plourde Kevin Lombard Lindsey Thomsen Lindsey Smith Zachary Speirs Hannah Distasio Cameron Smith Robert Weisman Kiana Plumer Rebecca Lord Milan Vidovic Matthew Southard Brian Stresser Kara Doane Jesse Southard Connor White Frederick Reeder Sarah Lyons Cameron Willette Clara Stickney Lars Sunnell Alyssa Dolley Ciara Stillson Alex Young Cody Rioux Matthew Melton Deireann Stillson Jan Swiatek Erin Esty Sydney Stultz Elizabeth Rioux Jenessa Meserve Grade 11 High Honors Alexandra Sturtevant Mackenzie Tippetts Jordan Falagario Colby Sturgis Grade 8 High Honors Nathan Roberts Shannon Nee Mackenzie Allen Renee Tardiff Andrew Turner Joseph Fisette Cameron Tracy Douglas Beahm Mitchell Rossignol Francesco Pappalardo Ryan Baillargeon Mariah Taylor Sarah Vail Abigail Flint Alyda Twilley Catherine Becker Spencer Ruda Julianna Pearson Alyssa Cormack Emily Thompson Colleen Ward Megan Fraley Molly vanLuling Kristin Benson Isaac Salpietra Elisabeth Poole Jameson Crawford Robert Toothaker Julia Waters Nina Greenwood Emilia Viernes Ryan Bertin Andrew Schmidt Harry Portlock Joseph DeRoy Haleigh Turner Kenneth Whipple Dustin Greg*oire Christian Daigle Madeleine Scholz- Gage Pratt Cortlandt Dunn Samuel Veazie Seth Wing Mia Guimond Grade 7 Honors John Ennis Lague Ross Pratt Lincoln Gray Casey Viel Emily Hayward Erik Andreasen Matthew Esposito Evan Scott Harley Press Connor Linehan Rachael Webster Sophia Hendrix Kaylin Apt Leah Grams Margaret Shields William Hepler Nadia Barry Isabelle Grant Delaney Shiers Brandon Howard Trenton Bassingthwaite Morgan Hager-Perry Abigail Sladen Allison King William Baxter Abigail Hamilton Jordann Thomas Diana Kolb Matthew Beahm Cole Houghton Lexis Trafton Allison LaFerriere Carl Bear Elizabeth Kane Kenneth Tuttle

Cheverus High School Honor Roll First Semester Honor Roll 2010-11

Grade 9 High Honors Grade 11 Honors Alexander Barris Grade 10 High Honors Alissandra Saxton Ian Lawson Grade 9 Honors Mina Para Grade 12 Honors James Biegel Emily Kurz Sarah MacLeod Grade 10 Honors Joseph LaStoria Damian Smith Trebor Lawton Colin Walker Joseph Smith Alexandra Walker 8 | Gorham Times | March 18, 2011 GHS Theatre Students Narragansett School Holds

Win Regional Competition Family Wellness Night Beverly Gava

Photo credit Bridget Evans

Photo credit Stacy Sallinen Congratulations to the GHS One-Act, Elephant’s Graveyard. Gorham High School took first place for Class A at the 80th Annual Maine Principals’ Association Regional Drama Above: Hannah Gawlick, Maya Competition at Morse High School March11-12 for their One-Act play, Elephant’s Lee, Adele Nadeau, Grant Graveyard, under the direction of Eileen Avery. Gorham also received a Special Nadeau, and Madeline Keene Commendation for Ensemble Acting. Megan Mitchell received a Special Commendation for Set Design. Tyler Patten won a Special Commendation for Lighting Design. In addi- performed Irish step dances as a tion, Nathaniel Dombek, Quincy Owens and Lia Van de Krol were named to the All way of staying active. Festival Cast. State Final Competition will be held at Camden Hills Regional High School on March 25-26. Left: Lucas and Eli Castles learn An encore performance will be held Friday, May 18 at 7:30 p.m. in the McCormack about the importance of seat belt Performing Arts Center at Gorham High School to raise money to help finance the trip safety from Officer Sanborn to the State Competition in Camden. $4 for students and seniors and $6 for general admission. Large donations gratefully accepted. :) and Buckle Bear.

Photo credit Kim Phinney

n February 16, Partners in Cathryn Falwell, local author of the Gorham East-West Education (PIE) sponsored the book “Scoot,” led snowshoeing par- Othird annual Narragansett Family ticipants on a story-walk adventure. Wellness night. Narragansett students Skating enthusiasts enjoyed a beautiful Corridor Feasibility Study and their families participated in night skating under the stars. Children numerous activities including karate, were surprised by visits from Crusher, Final Public Meeting Jukado, dance and exercise demon- the Red Claws mascot; Buckle Bear, A three-pronged solution encourages growth and eases congestion strations. Community representa- the Gorham Safety spokes-bear; and tives with an emphasis in health or Redy, the 5-2-1-0 mascot. Over 200 GORHAM E/W CORRIDOR wellness were on hand to share tips Narragansett families enjoyed a light- Projections show that 35,000 new homes and 25,000 STUDY AREA and ideas to develop healthy habits. hearted evening of wellness education. new jobs will locate in the area west of Portland over

the next 25 years. Gray Baldwin As the fastest-growing residential region in Maine, this Standish area is already subject to increasing traffi c congestion, Windham GORHAM WEST- decreasing traffi c safety and loss of rural character. BROOK

Buxton Over the past 18 months, the Gorham East-West SOUTH PORTLAND Corridor Feasibility Study, a major transportation-land SCARBOROUGH use study focused on Gorham, Westbrook, Scarborough and South Portland, has been examining the problems Primary Study Area this growth could bring – and developing possible solutions. Secondary Study Area

Surprisingly, the answer is more than just widening or building roads. Planning more carefully for development and adding a strong transit system will help to keep traffi c congestion under control and retain the area’s remaining rural character. Full recommendations will be available in the draft Study Report as of March 16 at www.gorhamcorridor.com.

Please plan to attend the fi nal public meeting on this groundbreaking study to fi nd out how these recommendations can be implemented.

Tuesday, March 22, 2011 6pm – 8pm Westbrook High School City Council Chamber/ Room 114

For questions regarding the meeting, please contact Carol Morris at 207.329.6502 or [email protected]

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14th Annual Gorham Marketplace Sidewalk from Page 1 Additional sidewalks and curbing Since the project will entail regrading Dede Perkins will be placed on South Street as far the roadways to improve drainage, it he 14th Annual Gorham court that includes a Sebago Brewing as the Robie Gym and on State Street will be necessary to close lanes and Marketplace will take place from 10 Beer Garden. The Boy Scouts will to number 28, the old movie theater control traffic in other ways. The pres- Ta.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March accept old flags for proper disposal. building. At press time, the exact ence of a police officer will probably 26 at USM’s Costello Field House. As always, presentations and entertain- nature of the materials for the new be required at certain times. Marketplace 2011 will showcase ment are scheduled throughout the crosswalks had not been determined. It is anticipated that the bid process quality products and services available day. These activities, along with a fun Berry believes that the traffic con- will take several weeks, and that con- in the Gorham area. Every year thou- kids’ area sponsored by LifeChurch gestion in the intersection will be a struction would commence shortly sands of shoppers visit Marketplace make it an enjoyable daylong fam- factor in the construction process. afterwards, weather permitting. to eat, enjoy local talent, sign up for ily and community event. The two vendor prizes, receive cost savings on cash drawings will be drawn at 11:30 show specials, and have a chance to a.m. and 2:30 p.m., and you must be win cash prizes raffled during the day. present to win. The event starts at 10 We Are Now Open! Many vendors have signed up to a.m. with an opening flag procession take part in Gorham Marketplace and continues all day until 3:00 p.m. Quality Pre-owned Vehicles 2011. This year’s event offers a food Admission is free. Fully serviced and stickered at WHOLESALE prices Over 100 vehicles available Full Service Auto Repair Tune ups • Brakes • Tires

Oil Change $13.95 for most vehicles Labor Rates just $49/hour Where friends don’t let friends drive junk! This is a satellite location for: 176 Narragansett St. • Gorham OT Motor Sales 839-2244 • 839-5151 (fax) 439 Ossipee Trail • Gorham 839-3332 • Fax 839-3636 10 | Gorham Times | March 18, 2011 sports GHS Winter Sports inthezone GHS Juniors Among The Best in New schools in the competition. In the boys’ Compiled by Jeff Pike Wrap-Up – Part I England Track: Juniors Sarah Perkins competition, Max Storer earned points and Jesse Orach both participated in by finishing tenth in the 100-yard back- In this issue, the Gorham Times presents wrap-ups of the GHS cheerleader, girls’ New England Indoor Track Championship stroke. indoor track, boys’ indoor track, girls’ basketball and boys’ hockey teams. Look March 5 in Boston. Perkins ran in the for boys’ basketball, girls’ hockey, boys’ skiing and girls’ skiing in the next issue of College Football girls’ 55-meter hurdles with a time of the Gorham Times. All-Academic: 8.88 to place 13th out of 36 competitors. Brian Keahon, (GHS Orach also placed 13th—out 36 in the Cheerleaders dash. She also placed 13th in the New ‘07) was named to boys’ two-mile with a time of 9:52.92, his England 55-meter hurdles. the New England Season Results: Finished seventh in the best time of the season and the second- SMAA Conference Championship and Coach Comments: “We had an excellent Football Conference best time among all Maine runners this tenth in the Western Maine Class A regular season,” said head coach John All-Academic team Caterina. “Indoor track is usually a game season. Regional. Placed third in the Scarborough at Fitchburg State of numbers, and this was shown by how Photo credit Teresa Keahon Invitational and eighth in the Oxford Hills Top Conference Skiers: In the SMAA University along Cheer-from-the-Heart competition. we beat the teams with similar sized rosters and lost to the bigger schools. Skiing Conference Championships, sev- with 11 teammates. To be eligible, Graduating Seniors: Elizabeth Rockett, eral Gorham athletes placed among the student-athletes must have 3.0 cumula- James Cameron Cupps, Sean Dongo, Kylie The girls worked very hard and showed top 25 led by Marissa Roberts, who tive grade point average or better with Duggan, Molly Aube, Leah Keene, Katie improvement throughout the season. With Gerry and Bri Nee. only one graduating senior, we look to be finished first in the girls’ giant slalom and three completed semesters. very competitive next season.” second in the slalom. Other top finish- Individual Accomplishments: Sophomore College Field Hockey All-Academic: ers in the girls’ races included Danielle Amanda Foster stepped up and learned to Emma Deans (GHS ‘07) was one of eight Boys’ Indoor Track Rivard, 14th in the slalom; Sarah Moir, be a flyer to replace junior Abbey Brown University of Maine-Farmington field who broke her ankle. Junior Brittany Grant Season Results: Finished regular season 18th in the slalom and 19th in the giant hockey players named to the National and senior Leah Keene stepped in on base 5-7 and then placed eighth in the SMAA slalom; Michelle Ramsey, 22nd in the Field Hockey Coaches Association’s stunts to replace Emilee Esty, a junior who Conference Championship and 18th in the giant slalom and 24th in the slalom. In Division III Academic Squad for achiev- also broke her ankle. Class A State Meet. the boys’ competition, Tom Moutinho fin- ing a cumulative GPA of 3.30 or higher Coach Comments: “This was a tough season Graduating Seniors: Kam Alexander and ished 17th in the giant slalom and 22nd through the first semester of the 2010- for us due to the many injuries of our top Ben Besanko. in the slalom. cheerleaders, and it had an effect on our Individual Accomplishments: Jesse Orach 2011 academic year. scoring and placement,” said head coach was conference champion in the two mile Gorham Swimmers Place at State Meet: Basketball All-Stars: GHS senior girls’ Julie Dvilinsky. “We did, however, end our and finished 13th in the New Englands; Three Gorham swimmers earned points basketball players Mia Rapolla, Natalie season strong with at the Scarborough Julian Nijkamp broke the junior hurdles in the Class A State Meet February 21-22 Egbert and Alyssa Clark all participated competition. My hopes are for the athletes school record; Nate Bucknell broke the at Bowdoin College. In the girls’ competi- in the SMAA Conference Senior All-Star to continue working on tumbling during 600-yard school record; and Cam Willette tion, Lindsey Thomsen finished fourth our off season and to attend a stunting improved by nearly eight feet in the shot Game March 9 at Deering High School. in the 100-yard backstroke and ninth in camp in the summer to boost up our put from last year. Rapolla also participated in the March the 50-yard freestyle while Ashley Clark stunting skills.” Coach Comments: “Our team was more 12 Maine McDonald’s All-Star Game that finished seventh in the 500-yard freestyle successful this year than last year, and featured the best players from across the and 15th in the 200-yard freestyle. The Girls’ Indoor Track with only two seniors graduating, I am state at Husson University in Bangor. performance by the two girls was good Season Results: Finished regular season optimistic that next year will be even bet- 6-7 and then placed ninth in the SMAA ter,” said head coach Jason Tanguay. “We enough to place Gorham 16th out of 27 Conference Meet and tenth in the Class A had many new faces come out for indoor State Meet. track, and many of them contributed to our Graduating Senior: Jen Thuotte. wins in team scoring. Our team is made Highlight of the Season: Team dinners and up of many hard working individuals, so I the snow tubing trip with the boys’ team, am excited to watch what level they could the semifinals at the Cumberland County points per game. We were very competitive which created a lot of camaraderie and reach next season.” Civic Center. in every single game, and we sustained a fun. Graduating Seniors: Mia Rapolla, Natalie great effort over the course of the season. Individual Accomplishments: Sarah Perkins Girls’ Basketball Egbert, Alyssa Clark. Our senior leadership was excellent, and it was league champion in the 300 meters Season Results: Finished regular season Individual Accomplishments: Clark was was a major reason for our success. For and second in the senior 45-yard hurdles. 14-4 and ranked third in Western Maine 10th in the conference in field goal per- next year, it will be sad to see this year’s At the Class A State Meet, she finished Class A. Defeated Windham in the Western centage and started 50 games in her var- seniors leave because they have all made first in the 55-meter hurdles, fifth in the Maine tournament quarterfinals before los- sity career while Egbert started 69 games a huge impact on the program, but I am 55-meter dash and seventh the 200-meter ing to eventual state champion McAuley in in her varsity career. Rapolla was second very excited about returning so many solid in conference scoring, fifth in rebound- players and potential all-stars. We seem to ing, first in steals, and fourth in free throw have a good balance of inside and outside percentage. She started 56 games in her play as well as players who are versatile varsity career and had 454 points on the offensively and defensively.” season. Freshman Jessica Rexrode started all 20 games. Boys’ Hockey Team Highlights/Accomplishments: Season Results: Finished regular season Playing three games on three consecutive 6-12, ranked 13th in Western Maine Class nights February 3-5, the Rams defeated A. Biddeford, Cheverus, and McAuley to move Graduating Seniors: Steven Broy and up to a third-place ranking in Western Connor Smith. Maine Class A; defeated Windham in the Highlight of the Season: Defeated Noble tournament quarterfinals behind a 34-point (which was 12-1 at the time) on the road performance from Mia Rapolla that Coach in OT and finished the season with an 8-2 Laughn Berthiaume said ranks with the win over Cony. New! greats in tournament history. Coach Comments: “This season was full of Coach Comments: “The 2010-2011 version very close games,” said head coach Jon Wheat and of the Gorham Rams was extremely excit- Portwine. “All but five of our 18 games gluten-free pizza ing,” said Berthiaume. “We increased our were decided by a one or two-goal margin. now available scoring, averaging almost 52 points per Most of the twelve losses were in dramatic game, and we still focused a lot of our fashion. For next year, the future is very energy on the defensive end. The third bright. We lose two terrific young men in seed in the tournament is the highest seed Broy and Smith but should gain a talented since I took over in 2007, and the win over group of five or six freshmen. With the Windham at the Expo is our first playoff number of minutes played at the varsity win in that time. We won our 15 games level by returning players, we should be by an average of 18 points per game, and www.gorhamhouseofpizza.com This coupon may not be combined with any other GHO P promotions. able to turn those close losses this season our five losses were by an average of six to wins next year.” March 18, 2011 | Gorham Times | 11

GHS Winter Sports Awards GORHAM YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION SMAA All-Conference Selections Clark, Coach’s Award. Fall Season 2011 Girls’ Hockey: Rachel Litif, MVP; Hanna Girls’ Indoor Track: Sarah Perkins, Hamblen, Most Dedicated; Samantha 300 Meters and Senior Hurdles; Clara Grant, Coach’s Award. Attention U12-U14 Boys and Girls Stickney, Pole Vault. Boys’ Hockey: Connor Smith, Coach’s Boys’ Indoor Track: Jesse Orach, Two Award; Steven Broy, Coach’s Award; Join Gorham Youth Soccer! Mile; Troy Lambert, Pole Vault; Kam Nate Goodrich, Coach’s Award. Alexander, High Jump. Skiing: Tom Moutinho, Top Male Skier; Deadline to pre-register is April 15 Girls’ Basketball: Mia Rapolla, First Team Marissa Roberts, Top Female Skier; (Pre-registration is mandatory) and All-Defensive Team; Natalie Egbert, Michelle Ramsey, Coach’s Award. Honorable Mention; Jessica Rexrode, Swimming: Rebecca Auger, Coach’s All-Rookie Team; Alyssa Clark, Senior Award; Ashley Clark, Co-MVP; Lindsey Tryout dates: All Star. Thomsen, Co-MVP. May 1 and May 2 Boys’ Basketball: Carter Bowers, Cheering: Sean Dongo, Most Improved; Honorable Mention. Amanda Foster, Most Dedicated; Molly Check out the details Boys’ Ice Hockey: Steven Broy, Connor Aube, Coach’s Award. on our website: Smith, Nate Holloran. Boys’ Basketball: Andy Turner, Hardest Girls’ Ice Hockey: Samantha Grant, Worker; Jeremy Earl, Team Player www.gorhamyouthsoccer.com Honorable Mention. Award; Tyler Strout, Coach’s Award. Cheering: James Cameron Cupps, First Team; Amanda Foster, Second Team. Girls’ Skiing: Marissa Roberts Boys’ Skiing: Tom Moutinho

SMAA All-Academic Selections

Boys’ Skiing: Tom Moutinho Boys’ Basketball: Zach Speirs Girls’ Basketball: Grace Sunnell, Caroline Fogarty Girls’ Hockey: Sarah Vail, Sara Harvey, Hanna Hamblen

Team Achievement Plaques

Boys’ Indoor Track: Jesse Orach, Coach’s Award; Cam Willette, Most Improved; Nate Bucknell, Outstanding Newcomer. Girls’ Indoor Track: Sarah Perkins, Outstanding Performer; Leanna Dalfonso, Most Improved; Deireann Stillson, Coach’s Award. Girls’ Basketball: Mia Rapolla, MVP; Natalie Egbert, Coach’s Award; Alyssa

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2011 - GorhamTimes 1x5, 12 | Gorham Times | March 18, 2011 GMS Sports Awards FREE GMS Winter Sports Award Recipients: Gorham Middle School recently SUNGLASSES presented winter sports awards to five student- athletes. Pictured above, With complete eye exam and purchase of Dana front row from left to prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses. Buckman right: Erika Heddesheimer, Cheerleading Ram Award; Offer applies to non-prescripion sunglasses, GUESS Emily Lewis, eighth-grade Add prescription lenses for 1/2 price. $160 value girls’ basketball Ram Award; and Emily Bragg, Offer good while seventh-grade girls’ bas- supplies last. ketball Ram Award. Back row: Nick Thibeault, eighth- grade boys’ basketball Ram EYE CARE & EYE WEAR Award; and Chris Beland, seventh-grade boys’ CENTER basketball Ram Award. Photo credit Lisa Curley

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20 MECHANIC ST, GORHAM (next to Hannafords) • 839-3617 Huskies Tier III Bantam Club Win HOURS: Tues. - Fri. 8-5:30/Sat. 8-12 Gorham Hockey Players Help Team Win State Championship: Jordan Ward (front row) as well as Carl Bear, Andrew Schmidt and Colin Harvey (back row from Gliddon Owens Design left to right) all participated for the Huskies Tier III Bantam club marketing with flair hockey team that captured the state title by defeating Maine Brand Development Direct Mail Freeze, 3-1, February 27 at the eMarketing Campaigns Logos Kennebec Ice Arena in Hallowell. Brochures Social Media Harvey scored the first two goals in the win while Ward assisted Websites Posters, Flyers on the third goal. The team Ad Campaigns Publications plays in the Tier III Sectionals March 18-20 at USM against Call Jeannine at 839-5700 for more information. teams from New England and Like Us on Facebook New York. Harvey is a freshman to see what we www.gliddonowens.com at GHS while Ward, Bear and can do for you! Schmidt are eighth-graders at GMS. Photo credit Kathy Ward

Barrows from Page 1 salmon geranium was a favorite of Barbara Bush, their poinsettias have graced John Travolta’s island home, and their Easter lilies have been flown to Greenland by the Air Force for mili- tary personnel stationed there. It was with mixed emotions that the decision to close was made. Since the greenhouse operations rely heavily on petroleum-based products from plastic pots and fertilizer to shipping and heat- ing costs, the volatile oil market was a major consideration. Additionally, none VIS IT U of the three Allen children, who all SM. ER MAINE.EDU/SUMM reside out-of-state, chose to enter the family business. Operating seven days ABOUT IT. a week, the greenhouse left no time to visit family, especially grandchildren. This summer your son or daughter Located in the desirable “Portland can earn up to 18 credits while home! Corridor,” the time had come where Help your college student With our fl exible schedule, nearby the land was more valuable than the campuses, and online courses, taking business. summer classes is convenient and Generations of families have done business with the greenhouse. The get a great way to get ahead. To learn Allen family feels fortunate to retire on AHEAD. more give us a call at (207) 780-5900. their terms and not due to ill health or other dire circumstances. The property has been purchased for residential development by Susan Duchaine of Design Dwellings. March 18, 2011 | Gorham Times | 13 Critical Trail Link in Question Tania Neuschafer realtor Celebrating Years he Sebago to the Sea Trail proj- Though the Sebago to the Sea ect is a collaborative effort to Coalition supports the restoration Ardyth Green (207) 653-9828 Tcreate a 28-mile hiking (and of rail along the Mountain Division 18 in some areas biking) trail from Corridor, and views rail as a crucial www.ArdythGreen.com Sebago Lake to Casco Bay connect- component of a modern transporta- [email protected] THE MASIELLO GROUP ing Standish, Windham, Gorham, tion system, the Coalition has always Westbrook, Portland and Falmouth. shared the vision of the Mountain Plans to establish the Sebago to the Division Alliance and the Maine Sea Trail from South Windham to Department of Transportation that this Westbrook were recently stalled by corridor should provide for both rail a $4 million bond passed to lay rail and trail. Any project proposed for the tracks on the Mountain Division Rail restoration of rail should also provide corridor between South Windham & for the inclusion of a trail. Westbrook. Because this bond did not In light of this recent bond pack- include construction of a trail along age, the Westbrook Trail Blazes snow- this narrow section of the corridor, mobile club, a stakeholder also affect- laying the rails would displace the ed by the trail segment proposed for current trail use. The bond also did closure, is petitioning that the bond not include needed improvements money be used instead to engineer for to other sections of the rail line, rail with trail in this corridor instead and there is no current prospect for of laying the tracks down now. the restoration of rail service on the Citizens concerned about this are Mountain Division Line. encouraged to contact their local leg- The Mountain Division corridor islators and the Governor. is owned by the Maine Department Once complete, the Sebago to the Helping friends and neighbors in of Transportation and was first pur- Sea Trail will enhance a variety of nat- chased by the state for rail with trail. ural and recreational resources in this Real Estate for over 30 years. The understanding was that the growing suburban area and will help Sebago to the Sea trail would use this link the city of Portland to the shores Paul and Jan Willis section of the Mountain Division Line of beautiful Sebago Lake. Much of it Gorham until rail service became active or, will be accessible for off-road bikes, Well cared for three preferably, funding was available to and some sections will be accessible Village bedroom ranch engineer and build for both rail and for commuters on bicycle, people offering one level trail along this corridor. The Sebago of all abilities, horseback riding and living, quiet lot, on to the Sea Trail Coalition feels that snowmobiling. Gorham Village side the bond monies should be reapplied For more information about the street! $205,000 to engineer the project to include Sebago to the Sea Trail, contact rail with trail, instead of laying tracks [email protected] or visit www. down right away. sebagotothesea.org. Willis Real Estate 347E Main St. Gorham • 839-3390 • [email protected] www.paulandjanwillis.com March Merriment Steve Small, a fourth grade teacher Nicely Property Team at Village School, shared his pas- Craig Nicely Keith Nicely sion for baseball with students and Office: 207.222.1714 Office: 207.222.1722 families at Baxter Memorial Library’s Cell: 207.318.3693 Cell: 207.650.2832 March Merriment Lecture. Small [email protected] [email protected] discussed the history of baseball and the importance of having a passion in life, and showed off some of his treasured baseball memorabilia. www.nicelypropertyteam.masiello.com 17C Railroad Ave Gorham, ME 04038

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Steve and Laurie Martin of Gorham are Jennifer Rose Shaw and Joseph Anthony delighted to announce the engagement of Prulello were married on Sept. 19, 2010 their daughter Shannon Martin (GHS ’05) at the Manor House at Commonwealth in The USM Chamber Singers will present a one-hour concert at the Cressey Road to Craig Nicely (GHS ’05). Nicely is the Horsham, PA. The bride, a 1999 gradu- United Methodist Church on Sunday, Mar. 20 at 2 p.m. in preparation for the Singers’ son of Keith and Pam Nicely of Gorham. ate of GHS and 2004 graduate of Temple May tour of Andalusia, Spain. $5 donation/ $10 per family. FMI, 839-8717. A fall wedding is planned. University, is a client support manager of Kalejta Financial Management in Trappe, The Gorham Woman’s Club, which recently PA and the daughter of Jonathan and celebrated its 85th birthday, will hold their Donna Shaw of Gorham. The groom, a Annual Spring Benefit Luncheon featuring sales manager of Concordville Nissan and Nancy Kenty’s famous “Chicken ‘n Biscuits” Subaru in Glen Mills, PA, is the son of MJ on Friday, April 15 at the Cressey Road Prulello of Gilbertsville, PA and Joseph United Methodist Church and the public is Prulello of King of Prussia, PA. The encouraged to attend! GHS students will couple honeymooned on the Greek Isles serve lunch; all proceeds go toward high of Mykonos and Santorini. They reside in school senior scholarships. Tickets for the Jeffersonville, PA. luncheon ($10) will be available at the GWC booth on March 26 at Gorham Marketplace or by calling Alice Keddy at 839-4579. The national organization known as the General Federation of Woman’s Clubs began in 1890, says longtime member Nancy Taber. “They raised money in liberty bonds for the WWI effort, and raised money for the Red Cross and YMCA. By 1933, the GFWC founded 75% of America’s public libraries, Cameron Gagnon was born on March 3 and pioneered the idea of bookmobiles.” to parents Tatia and Philip Gagnon. Supporting libraries and education has been a Gorham Woman’s Club goal for many years. They provide book-bags for pre-school reading groups, support the Maine Youth Leadership Conference at USM and sponsor a school newspaper called “Kind News.” State Rep. Jane Knapp (R-Gorham) dean’s list and Jim Means, also of Gorham, stand Ashley Michaud of Gorham was named in front of the speaker’s rostrum in the to the Dean’s List at the University of House Chamber. The St. Anne’s Council of the Knights A Public Meeting to hear feedback on the Hartford in West Hartford, CT. of Columbus will hold a Baked Haddock final recommendations of the Gorham Dinner at the St. Anne’s Catholic Church East-West Corridor Feasibility Study Jennifer Moutinho (GHS ’09) was OF INTEREST Parish Hall on Friday, Mar. 18 & 25 from will take place March 22 from 6 to 8 pm named to the Dean’s List at Worcester 5 to 6:30 p.m. $8/$4. Cheese pizza may at Westbrook High School in the Council Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, MA. She Army National Guard Pvt. Jared D. be substituted for the haddock. Chambers room. The public is encour- is a sophomore majoring in Chemical Gowen graduated from basic combat FMI, 839-4857. aged to attend the meeting, ask questions Engineering. training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, SC. and make comments. FMI, visit www.gor- Gowen, a 2006 graduate of GHS, is the Kyle Murphy of Gorham was named to hamcorridor.org, or contact Carol Morris son of Ellen Gowen of Gorham. the Dean’s List at Merrimack College in at 329-6502. N. Andover, MA. Gorham Adult Education is seeking new Lucinda Pike (GHS ’08) was named to New members (L-R) volunteers to provide weekly instruc- the Dean’s List at Boston University for Lindsey, Stacy, tion for adults who are English language the fall semester. She is the daughter of Jennifer and Dale learners. Tutors are needed for three new Jeff Pike and Jana Pike. Gammon of the students. FMI, call Kate Rotroff at 222- West Gorham Union 1124. Arielle Sorenson of Gorham was Church family are recently named to the Dean’s List at Drew pictured with Pastor USM faculty member Anastasia University in Madison, NJ. Gary Groves who Antonacos performs “A Celebration of provided an inspir- the Music of Liszt - 200 Years After The following students were named to the ing message follow- His Birth,” part of the Spotlight Concert Dean’s List at the University of Maine in ing the ceremony. Series on Friday, Apr. 1, at 8 p.m. Farmington: Cynthia Bastarache, Andrew Corthell Concert Hall, USM Gorham. Dean, Emma Deans, Rachel Lamblin, $15/$10/$5. FMI, 780-5555. Sara Lolley and Katie Vanderburgh. The USM Sport Management Program is planning an “Into the Mud Challenge”

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Of Interest from Previous Page scheduled for Saturday, May 7 at Gorham Middle School. This 2.5 mile race will feature a number of obstacles and mud pits designed to provide participants with a muddy, fun time. Individuals and orga- nizations are encouraged to participate in this unique event. Proceeds to benefit the USM Sport Management Scholarship Fund. Prizes for best costumes. FMI, www.intothemudchallenge.com The USM Theater Department’s spring musical, “Triumph of Love,” will be performed on Mar. 18 & 19 at 7:30 p.m. and Mar. 20 at 5 p.m. at the Russell Hall Theater, Gorham campus. $21/$15/$10. FMI, 780-5151. USM is hosting the Elks “Hoop Shoot” National Free Throw Contest March 26 starting at 9 a.m. Players from across New England, who have all won local, district, and state championships, will participate. Admission is free. North Gorham Writers’ Group will pres- ent an evening of original prose and poetry on Tuesday, March 29, 2011. The free reading gets underway at 7 p.m. in the Cairn Community Room of the United Church of Christ, at the intersec- tion of Standish Neck and North Gorham roads. Following the reading, homemade refreshments will be served. For further information call Mary Snell at 892-9831. 16 | Gorham Times | March 18, 2011

Gorham High School Presents “The Music Man” Michael Lortie orham High School will present This year’s play has several distinc- dren and five or six others. Seeing the years, several students wanted to par- “The Music Man” April 1, 2, 8 and tions. There is a huge cast of 46 high vast number of younger students who ticipate in the one-act State of Maine G9 at 7:30 p.m. and April 3 and 10 school students and 26 students from auditioned, we ended up casting 26. competition, which has always conflict- at 2:30 p.m. Narragansett, Village and Gorham This is, by far, the largest cast we have ed with the musical. By pushing the “The Music Man” is an old time Middle School. Director Bruce Avery ever had! This is a unique community production back two weeks, it allowed musical with many standards. Guests states: “’The Music Man’ presents celebration!” students to participate in both. will surely leave singing! The musi- some unique challenges. There are Avery continues: “One of our favor- Other members of the production cal tells the story of a loveable con some younger character parts that ite moments was when we brought the team are Matt Murray, musical director; artist named Harold Hill, who visits offer vocals difficult for high school little kids in to read and sing and they Deb Lombard, choreographer; Michael a small midwestern town and is for- students. After casting everyone who were welcomed to the high school by Lortie, producer; and Tyler Patton, stu- ever changed by his experiences. The auditioned, we found we did not have a rousing game of ‘Duck, Duck, Goose’ dent stage manager. author, Meredith Wilson, describes the a Winthrop or an Amaryllis; these and an adoption into a family. Seeing The musical will surely be a magical story as a valentine to a simpler and children are important to the story the interaction of the two groups experience. Mark your calendar for the less complicated time where important line and the production team decided together has been fantastic!” first two weekends in April. Tickets lessons are learned growing up in a to audition younger actors. We were The other challenge the director can be reserved by calling 839-5754. small town. thinking we could cast those two chil- faced was scheduling the play. In past

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2:55 PM J O I N U S F O R Closing Ceremony- Retire Flag A DAY OF FUN! (schedule is subject to change) what’s happening March 18, 2011 | Gorham Times | 17 Friday, MArch 18 • Gorham High School presents an encore The Gorham Ecumenical Food Pantry is performance of the Elephant’s Graveyard open at St. Anne’s Church every Thurs. at 7:30 p.m. in the McCormack from 9-11 a.m.; the second Wednesday of the month from 6-7 p.m.; and the third Performing Arts Center at Gorham High Monday of the month from 6-7 p.m. School to raise money to help finance Open to anyone in Gorham in need of their trip to the State Competition in food. Located in the building behind Camden. $4 for students and seniors and St. Anne’s Church, Main St. $6 for general admission. Large dona- tions gratefully accepted. :) SUNDAY, MAR. 20 Broadturn, 5-6 p.m. $5/under 3 free! • USM Chamber Singers fundraising FMI, 839-6972. one-hour concert, Cressey Road United MONDAY, MAR. 28 Methodist Church, 2 p.m. $5 donation/ • Free Food & Fellowship Ecumenical $10 per family. FMI, 839-8717. Meal Program, Windham Hill UCC, 140 MONDAY, MAR. 21 Windham Center Rd, Windham. Everyone • Free Food & Fellowship Ecumenical welcome. FMI, 892-3769. Meal Program, Windham Hill UCC, 140 • A community dinner will be served Windham Center Rd, Windham. Everyone on at 5:30 p.m. at the First Parish welcome. FMI, 892-3769. Congregational Church, 1 Church • Gorham Food Pantry, 6-7 p.m., located at Street in Gorham. Enjoy roasted turkey St. Anne’s Catholic Church parking lot. with stuffing and the fixings. This is a TUESDAY, MAR. 22 free dinner sponsored by the Gorham • Pre-School Story time, 3-5 yrs, 9:30 a.m. Ecumenical Council. All are welcome. Baxter Library. FMI, 839-5031. TUESDAY, MAR. 29 • FREE income tax preparation, 9-12 p.m. • Pre-School Story time, 3-5 yrs, 9:30 a.m. for all ages and incomes below $75,000. Baxter Library. FMI, 839-5031. Gorham Rec. Dept. Call for appt. 839-7439. • FREE income tax preparation, 9-12 p.m. WEDNESDAY, MAR. 23 for all ages and incomes below $75,000. • North Gorham Public Library, Babies Gorham Rec. Dept. Call for appt. 839- in the Library, ages 0-3 yrs, 10-11 a.m. 7439. FMI, 892-2575. WEDNESDAY, MAR. 30 THURSDAY, MAR. 24 • North Gorham Public Library, Babies • Baby & Me, birth-18 mos., 9:30 a.m., in the Library, ages 0-3 yrs, 10-11 a.m. Baxter Library. FMI, 839-5031. FMI, 892-2575. • Toddler Time, ages 18-36 mos., 10 a.m., THURSDAY, MAR. 31 Baxter Library. FMI, 839-5031. • Baby & Me, birth-18 mos., 9:30 a.m., • Book Discussion at Baxter Library, Baxter Library. FMI, 839-5031. “The Glass Castle” by Jeannette Walls, • Toddler Time, ages 18-36 mos., 10 a.m., 10-11:30 a.m. Baxter Library. FMI, 839-5031. • Sewing Club, ages 7 and older, 2:30 to • Sewing Club, ages 7 and older, Baxter 4:30 p.m., Baxter Library. FMI, 839-5031. Library. 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. FMI, 839-5031. • North Gorham Public Library, Story Hour, • North Gorham Public Library, Story Hour, ages 3-5 yrs, 9:30-10:30 a.m. FMI, 892- ages 3-5 yrs, 9:30-10:30 a.m. FMI, 892- 2575. 2575. • Gorham Food Pantry, 9-11 a.m., located • Gorham Food Pantry, 9-11 a.m., located at St. Anne’s Catholic Church parking lot. at St. Anne’s Catholic Church parking lot. SATURDAY, MAR. 26 Friday, April 1 • 14th Annual Gorham Marketplace, 10 • Gorham High School presents “The a.m. to 3 p.m., USM Costello Field Music Man” Apr. 1-3 and Apr. 8-10. House. Free. Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30 p.m. • Bean Supper at the Bungalow, Rt. 22/ and Sunday matinee at 2:30. Reserve tickets by calling 839-5754.

LOOKING FOR THE OLDEST, LIFELONG RESIDENT OF GORHAM. As part of the Gorham Time’s commemorative issue, celebrating the 275th anniversary of Gorham, we are trying to find Gorham’s oldest, lifelong residents to interview. Are you one of these people, or know someon who fits the criteria? If so, contact us at [email protected] or 839-8390.

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