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Volume 21 Number 7 April 9, 2015

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­­Bringing the News to All of Gorham PO Box 401, 77 South Street Better Roads, Safer Bridges Vital Gorham, Maine 04038 Phone and Fax: (207) 839-8390 [email protected] www.gorhamtimes.com To Maine’s Economic Future The Gorham Times is a free volunteer-run community newspaper distributed every other Thursday to more than 100 pick-up sites Rep. Andrew McLean In fact, that same report includes system, providing a crucial boost to our throughout Gorham. statistics that show that Maine’s num- economy. The bill would also leverage —— Each day, Mainers drive over crum- ber of “structurally deficient” bridges, an estimated $290 million in federal News [email protected] bling roads, bridges and dilapidated or bridges with deteriorated or dam- and other matching funds, multiply- Sports [email protected] transportation infrastructure. Nothing aged load-carrying elements, is rising ing the value of our investment by 150 Features [email protected] at this time of year reminds us more while the rest of the nation’s numbers percent. Of Interest [email protected] of this fact than when we wince as we improve. This means more bridges are To address the future of transporta- Calendar item [email protected] drive over unforgiving and seemingly posted to heavier vehicles, causing cost- tion funding, I am also sponsoring a Advertising gorhamtimesadvertising@ gmail.com or 839-8390 endless potholes on our roads. This ly detours for businesses, and that we measure that would create a commis- School News [email protected] reality is not only hard on our vehicles are missing an important opportunity sion dedicated to finding a sustainable —— but also undermines our economy, to extend the lifespan of these bridges transportation funding model that will Subscriptions slows job creation and, even worse, and save money in the long run. allow us to make necessary investments $15/year in Gorham; $20/year elsewhere could put the safety of Maine people at Commissioner Bernhardt’s briefing in the future in an effective, efficient $10/year for college subscription risk. to our committee represented part of and sustainable manner. I am pleased —— We can’t expect a vibrant future for our state’s larger problem of adequately to have bipartisan support for both of General Manager Maynard Charron Maine’s economy without taking care funding our transportation infrastruc- these bills. Editor Karen DiDonato of our roads and bridges. After all, our ture. This area of the state budget, the The bottom line is that Maine can’t Business Manager Stacy Sallinen Advertiser Coordinator Stacy Sallinen transportation infrastructure allows us Highway Fund, suffers from declining afford to continue putting off invest- Design/Production Shirley Douglas to move people and goods, driving our gas tax revenues that have been falling ments in our infrastructure. Our roads Police Beat Sheri Faber economy forward. as the fuel efficiency of today’s vehicles and bridges will continue to get worse Staff Writers Jacob Adams, Corinne Altham, Several weeks ago, I requested that improves. The lack of funding hinders until policymakers come together to Tara Benson, Roger Marchand, Noah Miner, the Department of Transportation the number of roads and bridges we work on a bipartisan solution that Features Chris Crawford Commissioner David Bernhardt come are able to fix every year. Republicans, Democrats and indepen- Photographers Nicole Bergeron, Amanda before the Legislature’s Transportation The good news is that Republicans, dents alike can get behind, and our Landry, Rich Obrey Committee, on which I serve as House Democrats and independents agree this economy will continue to suffer for it. Public Service Jackie Francis chair, to brief lawmakers on a new is an issue we must come together to I am hopeful this is the beginning of Sports Jeff Pike School News Andrea Morrell report the DOT commissioned called address. Now we need to identify solu- a more comprehensive conversation Webmaster Judi Jones Keeping Our Bridges Safe. This report tions that we can agree on. about Maine’s transportation needs – Distribution Coordinator Russ Frank by engineers at the Maine Department I am introducing several bills this for public safety and for our economic Distribution Jason Beever, Jim Boyko, Janice of Transportation found that state gov- session that offer strategies to address future. Boyko, Scott Burnheimer, Steve Caldwell, ernment has been spending just half of our infrastructure-funding shortfall. Chris Crawford, Becky Curtis, Janie Farr, Russ Frank, Bob Mulkern, Jeff Pike, John what is necessary to maintain the safety One of these measures would authorize (207) 939-8482 Richard, David Willis and integrity of state bridges. a bond issue to invest $190 million in (800) 423-2900, It is clear we are not keeping up with our highways and bridges, as well as in Interns Avery Arena, Megan Bennett, Matilda repandrew.mclean@ McColl, Julie Pike, Cori Shaw the needs of our transportation system, marine transportation, aviation, freight legislature.maine.gov which is underscored by the report’s and passenger rail and public transit. Board of Directors recommendation of double funding These funds would address the most Bruce Hepler (President), Hannah Schulz Sirois just to maintain our bridges. immediate needs of our transportation (Secretary), Alan Bell, Katherine Corbett, Shannon Phinney Dowdle, Peter Gleason, Carol Jones, George Sotiropoulos and Michael Wing —— letters to the Editor Advertising and Copy Deadlines Letters must be less than 300 words, signed with a first and last name, typed or e-mailed and include a phone number. Letters are solely the Ad deadline is the Wednesday of the week prior opinion of the writer and not that of the Gorham Times. They are published at the discretion of the Gorham Times and are subject to editing. to issue date. Go to www.gorhamtimes.com and click on the advertising link for schedule.

Dear Gorham Times Editor: exist without the churches, businesses, Young families, senior citizens, other Editorial Policy How grand was Gorham Marketplace? schools, and citizens of Gorham. We are businesses not yet members, and indi- The Gorham Times takes all reasonable care to prevent The Gorham Food Pantry was honored here to serve any neighbor in Gorham viduals all come through with expecta- errors and disclaims all legal responsibility for any such to participate in this year’s activities. who is in need of food. In this our 18th tions. It could be networking, escaping errors, omissions, or typographical errors. The Gorham Times will print corrections if notified within 48 hours. Thank you to the Gorham Business year of operation; we continue to serve cabin fever, looking for a bargain, seeing We reserve the right to refuse publication of unsolic- Exchange for giving us the exposure this as we did then and will continue into some excellent entertainment, having an ited materials. All submissions are subject to editing. event provided. It was a pleasure to be the future until there is no hungry child, opportunity to talk with police officers or Opinions expressed in the Gorham Times do not nec- there talking to people about our efforts man, or woman in Gorham. town planners, or just plain socializing… essarily reflect those of the staff or publishers. in providing our Gorham neighbors with Thanks to everyone from the neigh- Marketplace meets all those expecta- Printing services by Alliance Press, Brunswick, ME a little extra help. bors we serve and us. tions and more. It’s fun, and it’s a place Thank you to the businesses that Fran Thurston Doucette, Director, to get some surprise promotional items, donated goods and monetary donations. Gorham Food Pantry an updated Business Directory, a new And to PoGo for providing the truck to pen, a face painted, some pretty good hold all the goods collected Saturday. Dear Gorham Times Editor: candy… Thank you to the crew from the board I am writing to publicly thank the As a former “worker bee,” I know how upcoming of directors who manned our informa- Gorham Business Exchange for coordi- much effort it takes to make this happen, tion table and then helped get the goods nating the annual Gorham Marketplace. but I also know that most people think it DEADLINES: into the pantry. To see so many people stream down just magically appears each year. Thank The Food Pantry is a true community those stairs beginning before 10 until you to all the planners, volunteers, work- Ad Deadline Publication supported organization. We would not well after 1:30 (when I had to leave), ers, and exhibitors who continue to confirms to me that our community support this extraordinary annual event. April 15 April 23 loves Marketplace. While the Exchange’s I look forward to next year (the 19th main goal is to showcase area member annual!). April 29 May 7 businesses, it does much more than that. Virginia Wilder Cross

Visit the Stay in Touch section of 207-892-4987 www.gorham-me.org for program around town guides for Gorham Government Education TV (Channel 2 on Time Warner Cable) Town Manager David Cole issued 15-year service pins to Police Officer Todd Gagnon and Public Access (Channel 3 on Time and Daleleen Leighton of the Fire/Rescue Department; and 20-year service pins to Warner Cable). Live streaming and video Now open Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10 am -2pm as well as by appointment. Prom is Police Sergeant Dan Young and Dean Belanger of the Fire/Rescue Department. on demand is available. coming. Saturday appointments are filling fast.

2 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | April 9, 2015 BUSINESS PROFILE Maine Coast Kitchen Design Relocates to Gorham

Jackie Francis is an invaluable tool that allows clients ers, designers and contractors. She Staff Writer to visualize their finished kitchen loves Maine and its people. “It’s the before the renovations actually begin. favorite aspect of my job,” explains Featured in a major design maga- “The only thing missing is a popcorn Richardson. “We create for our clients zine, a finalist for the Maine Family popper,” says Richardson. what they would create for themselves Business Award in 2014, and a Born and raised in Saco to a large if they know what we know!” favorite in Best of Houzz for the last family of self-employed entrepreneurs, “Our clients come to us with plans three consecutive years, the accom- Richardson says she knew from an to build or remodel and the desire plished Maine Coast Kitchen Design early age that she wanted to own and to create the best space their budget (MCKD) company recently relocated manage her own business. “My moth- will allow,” says Richardson, who is to Gorham after five years at their mindful of her customer’s financial former Commercial Street location. As resources and works well within their a full-service kitchen and bath design “In addition to ample parking and budgets. “We don’t win any friends or and remodeling company, owner and easier access for most of our referrals by overspending our clients’ president Tina Richardson is proud to budgets.” And, her clients include announce the relocation of the com- clients,” explains Richardson, commercial businesses, financial insti- pany to Gorham on Little Wing Lane “the new location allows for one-stop tutions, hospitals, law offices as well as Photo credit Jackie Francis off New Portland Road. “In addition residential properties. shopping for all aspects Tina Richardson, owner and president, to ample parking and easier access “Life couldn’t be better or busier,” of a renovation or new Maine Coast Kitchen Design for most of our clients,” explains says Richardson, who has two young Richardson, “the new location allows construction project.” daughters, a new home being built, for one-stop shopping for all aspects and a new business location. of a renovation or new construction The designers and skilled techni- project.” er raised 14 children and she owned cians at Maine Coast Kitchen Design Plenty of space allows the design and operated a small business,” says have been hard at work for almost a team to spread out samples while Richardson, who graduated from the year creating the ultimate design cen- exploring ideas with clients. The University of New England with a busi- ter and look forward to meeting its 10,000 square foot cedar-shingled ness management degree. Aside from new neighbors in Gorham! building employs five people in both growing up in a large family where the showroom and stone shop. The the kitchen was “party central” (many Maine Coast Kitchen Design showroom has a full inventory of of Richardson’s childhood memories 17 Little Wing Lane (Off New Portland Road) stone samples, all of which can be take place in the kitchen), Richardson Gorham, ME 04038 viewed in full-slab form in the stone credits her husband, a stonemason Tina Richardson, President shop--from granite to soapstone, mar- and design landscaper, for inspiring www.mainecoastkitchen.com ble to quartz. A back wall in the show- her design career and introducing her room displays a vast selection of fine to the industry. Richardson primar- [email protected] kitchen cabinetry. Full-color 3D soft- ily works with homeowners, but she (207) 321-3555 ext. 50 Office hours by appointment ware with a large flat-screen television also deals with architects, develop- Photo credit Jackie Francis

April 9, 2015 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 3 COVERING GROUND New Police Commissioner Continued from Page 1 While there was no consensus Based on their findings, they recom- among all of those interviewed, the mended the town: 1) communicate Humming Along report came up with some general the results of the study with staff, town findings. They include that Gorham, officials, and community members; and Jeff O’Donal Washington, D.C. Boston beats New even though it is rapidly growing, is 2) conduct focus groups with staff to get York City, which finishes just ahead of an excellent place to live and work. clarification of employee responses in Attracting more birds and butterflies Jersey City, New Jersey. A Yale paper The rapid growth has brought “signifi- order to help find the root causes of any to your property does not require a writes, “If city leaders would stop cant challenges to the Town, stressing identified problems. It stressed the need huge investment of time or money. meaningless betting on athletic teams infrastructure and budgets.” It states to develop a formal candidate profile You can easily cut down the size of (such as if Boston loses, I’ll send you that traffic continues to increase, put- of an ideal new chief and formalize a your lawn and plant recovered areas a lobster dinner), and instead went ting strains on the police. Another candidate interview process. It recom- with pollen rich flowering plants as toe-to-toe over which city is better for finding was that as the commu- mended that the Town conduct an well as small trees and shrubs that will wildlife… that would be a competition nity grows it also is becoming more open search process for the next chief promote nesting and feeding areas for worth watching.” diverse, older, with increased crime of police using the results of the study wildlife. Simply reducing your mow- For this to happen, city and town and violence, etc. which all demand and follow up meetings on the results ing schedule to once every three weeks planners need to recognize the services which need to be balanced by in developing the process. allows a substantial area of your lawn importance of a diverse population of fiscal concerns. to become more of a meadow, which wildlife. Only 10 percent of all known can increase the population of native insects are considered to be harmful or bees, butterflies and other pollinators. damaging to plants or animals, while Domestic Violence Continued from Page 1 In Baltimore County, Maryland, 90 percent are considered beneficial tigation on the charges brought by the charges against his brother Mark. planners insist that 50 percent of all organisms that help us thrive. They are Sanborn’s wife. That report concluded Mark Sanborn was re-assigned from new trees planted are native oaks. the food source for higher animals on that Mark Sanborn had committed School Resource Officer to patrol duty Oaks have been found to be the home the food chain, which eventually leads “domestic abuse by a law enforcement as of March 18. He was hired by the or food source for over 500 types of to us. With thoughtful planning and officer by attempting to place or plac- Gorham Police Department in 1998 insects. More insects will bring more planting, we can increase the beauty ing another in fear of bodily injury following the normal hiring process birds and other predators to forage. surrounding our homes and public through any course of conduct includ- for new officers. Lt. Wayne Coffin and Research has even shown that aquatic buildings and also give beneficial ing, but not limited to, threatening, Chief Ron Shepard, both now retired, invertebrates, an important food insects more places to flourish. source for fish, prefer the oak leaves harassing or tormenting behavior.” interviewed and made the decision to that have settled on stream bottoms. Tidewater also concluded that Mark hire Mark, now 38. Mark is the brother Sanborn had conducted himself in a In Britain, wildflower meadows were Jeff O’Donal is a Maine of Interim Police Chief Chris Sanborn. manner that had brought “disrepute, sown prior to the London Olympics, Certified Nursery Jen LaChance Sibley, Outreach discredit or a state of embarrassment” and they have become so popular that Professional and owner Services Director of Family Crisis to the department. Sanborn agreed town planners are now requiring them of O’Donal’s Nursery in Services, noted that Family Crisis to enter into counseling and to have in large developments. Among major Gorham with over 40 year Services “has a longstanding and good a psychological evaluation done. The cities in the United States, Philadelphia of experience in the plant working relationship with the officers complaint by Sanborn’s estranged wife ranks first in biodiversity, followed by industry. at the Gorham Police Department was dismissed on August 6th. Lt. Chris providing follow-up services to victims Sanborn immediately recused himself of domestic violence within their com- Spring Planting Tips from any role in the investigation of munity.”

Continued from Page 1 Linda Treworgy Faatz to deter cutworms. The tubes will Sebago to the Sea Trail decompose in the ground. Land Trust and members of the Sebago Lake in Standish to the Maine This year, try starting tomatoes and The tops to party platters make great Sebago to the Sea Trail Coalition are Turnpike in Falmouth, including the other seedlings by standing empty toi- little greenhouses. Last year when I working with the Mountain Division segment from South Windham to let paper rolls tightly upright in a low planted my herbs outside, I made sure Alliance to help further that goal. Westbrook, which had to be paddled waterproof container and filling the to plant seedlings in a circle the diam- While PRLT and members of the while rail construction was underway. tubes to the top with seed starting mix. eter of the platter. In the beginning on Sebago to the Sea Trail Coalition In October 2012, the remaining trail Water from the bottom until the tubes cooler nights/days, I placed the top over complete trail and sign work on the from Falmouth and Portland was des- and soil are damp. Keep the soil moist-- the newly planted seedlings for protec- South Windham to Westbrook seg- ignated. with no standing water--always watering tion. During warm days, I propped the ment, they advise using the existing The Sebago to the Sea project is a from the bottom. If you leave the tubes top up with a brick to give seedlings air maps for Section 4 and 4A available fully collaborative initiative, strength- undisturbed in the tray, there is no circulation. If it is windy at night, put on the Sebago to the Sea Trail website ened by its many partners and advi- need to close the bottom of the tubes; the brick on the top. By the time the and follow the paddling route for that sors which include: Bicycle Coalition the wet soil (and eventually roots) plants were too tall for the top, it was section. of Maine; City of Portland; City of will hold each planting tube together. warm enough for them to grow unpro- The completion of the Sebago to Westbrook; Cumberland County Remember to give them bright overhead tected. Remember, timing is everything. the Sea Trail has been a dream many Healthy Maine Partnerships- Healthy light as soon as the seeds germinate. If years in the making. The brainchild Casco Bay, Healthy Portland, Healthy Linda Treworgy Faatz, a they are growing in a sunny window, of the Presumpscot River Watershed Rivers, and Healthy Lakes Region; passionate gardener for Coalition (PRWC), it is now managed Falmouth Trails; Maine Department turn them often so they do not get leggy many years, lives in her fam- while reaching for the sun. Remember ily home at Friend’s Corner by the Presumpscot Regional Land of Transportation; Mountain Division not to start your seeds too early. When and cares for the extensive Trust. In October 2010, the first 8.5 Alliance; National Park Service’s the weather is warm enough, plant Treworgy gardens. She miles of trail were designated from Rivers, Trails & Conservation them in the ground—roll and all—but loves to share her home and Sebago Lake to South Windham. This Assistance Program; Presumpscot leave the top part of the tube exposed gardens through craft sales, section includes four miles of trail on Regional Land Trust (Project classes and garden events. the Portland Water District’s Sebago Facilitator); Presumpscot River Lake Land Reserve and four-and-a-half Watershed Coalition; Portland Trails; miles of the paved Mountain Division Portland Water District; Town of Trail, a 10-foot wide bicycle and Falmouth; Town of Gorham; Town of pedestrian trail along the Mountain Standish; and the Town of Windham. Division Rail Corridor. In October More information and updates can 2011, 13 more miles of trail were des- be found at www.sebagotothesea.org. ignated making a complete trail from Special Orders Welcome (Most orders available in 48 hours)

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4 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | April 9, 2015 MUNICIPAL Making Collaborations Meet the Author: Paul Doiron Visible, Part I Town of Gorham and USM

Roger Marchand • The Gorham Arts Alliance, work- Staff Writer ing through the Gorham School Department and the Gorham The Town of Gorham and the Recreation Department, delivered pro- University of Southern Maine (USM) grams with strong support from USM, have a long history of working together. which provided space and instructors This is the first of a two-part article to for various programs. shed some light on some of the ways • The USM Libraries and the Baxter they work together. These collabora- Memorial Library have reciprocal bor- tions, though mostly unnoticed by rowing arrangements allowing any the community at large, provide cost patron with a Baxter Memorial Library effective services, as well as real-life card to use it at any USM Library. USM Photo credit Roger Marchand opportunities for both USM students students, faculty, and staff may also Maine author Paul Doiron spoke at the Baxter Memorial Library about his series of seven and the greater community. This part- use their USM cards Baxter Memorial books. Doiron read from his new, soon to be released novel, “The Precipice.” He announced nership includes a range of opportuni- Library as well. to the audience that they were the first people on the planet to hear him read from his new ties for activities and sharing facilities • Baxter Memorial Library and the book, again featuring Mike Bowditch, a Maine Game Warden. After the reading and a question that benefit many aspects of the com- USM Libraries have also collaborated and answer period, Doiron signed copies of his books for those attending. munity. These include athletic, artistic, to write successful grants through the educational options, as well as sharing Maine Humanities Council. facilities and service opportunities for • USM student-athletes are matched all ages. Some of the over forty easily up with third grade students from Grand Jury Indictments identified partnerships include: Great Falls Elementary School in a • USM and the Town of Gorham monthly pen pal program. Currently 86 The Grand Jury returned the fol- property, operating without a license, have working agreements to share ath- USM student-athletes are involved in lowing indictments in February and burglary and theft on charges brought letic facilities for mutual benefit. this program. March: by Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office, Since October 2000, the USM • Additionally, USM student-athletes • Eugene Cox, 40, of Portland was Gray and Gorham Police Departments. Student Advisory Committee and annually serve as mentors to students indicted for burglary and theft on • Wendolin Mendoza, 37, of Bronx, the Gorham Recreation Department attending Great Falls Elementary charges brought by the Gorham Police NY was indicted for theft by deception have partnered to offer a Community School. This year more than 25 USM Department. and misuse of ID on charges brought Halloween Party at Hill Gym. students visit the elementary school on • Philip Caiazzo, 24, of Gorham by the Gorham Police Department. • After the tornado of 2010, the a weekly basis to spend time with their was indicted for possession of sched- • Nicholas Porter, 24, of Gorham walking trail behind the Narragansett designated mentees. uled drugs on charges brought by the was indicted on two counts of pos- School was destroyed. USM, in a joint • USM has provided numerous Gorham Police Department. session of scheduled drugs on effort with the School Department, locations for training programs for • Travis Card, 34, of Windham was charges brought by the Main Drug designed a cross country course that town police, fire, and other specialized indicted for burglary of a motor vehi- Enforcement Agency as well as a charge could meet the needs of the middle and groups. Members of the Gorham Police cle, theft (priors) and criminal mischief of theft brought by the Windham Police high schools and the USM cross country Department have attended various on charges brought by the Gorham Department. team. training programs hosted by the USM Police Department. • Joshua Singletary, 23, of Gorham • The University annually provides Police Department. • Justin Cardelli, 34, of Yarmouth was indicted for possession of sched- use of the Costello Field House for the • Gorham’s Town Planner has made was indicted for theft (priors) on uled drugs on charges brought by the Gorham Marketplace. presentations to USM classes about the charges brought by the Gorham Police Gorham Police Department. • The Gorham Recreation day-to-day duties of a town planner. Department. • Sherri Webber, 34, of Gorham Department provides summer intern- Gorham’s staff is frequently used as a • Jasmine Gorman, 20, of was indicted for theft on charges ship opportunities for students in the resource for USM students working on Westbrook was indicted for possession brought by the Cumberland County USM Sports Management program, as projects or research papers. of scheduled drugs on charges brought Sheriff’s Office and the Standish Police well as working with the USM Athletic • The Gorham Recreation by the Gorham Police Department. Department. Department to provide opportunities Department has worked with several • Thomas Hume, 38, of Westbrook • Adrienne Werda, 20, of Harrison for students to supervise Gorham Youth USM faculty members to provide hands was indicted for theft and forgery on was indicted for two counts of traf- Basketball events, fall soccer programs, on projects for their students to devel- charges brought by the Gorham Police ficking in scheduled drugs on charges and spring baseball and softball events. op master plans for several town prop- Department. brought by the Gorham Police • In 2013 and 2014, USM partici- erties including Shaw Park and Tannery • Charles Jordan, 18, of Gorham Department. pated in New Year Gorham by provid- Brook Park. was indicted for unauthorized use of ing time for ice skating at the USM ice The second portion of this two-part arena. USM students have also deco- article will deal with somewhat less sig- rated floats for the town’s annual Light nificant--but just as needed--ways USM Parade and Tree Lighting events. and the town collaborate. Real Estate Transfers November 2014 Location Buyer Seller Price 3 Wagner Farm Road Crosby, Christopher Schulze, Kurt $234,000 43 Standish Neck Road Heller, Brittany Yeaton, Ashley & Callahan, Joseph $184,000 486 Ossipee Trail Parks, Daniel Lowell, Elizabeth $102,500 34 Tow Path Road Morse, Lindsey Small, Darrin $131,000 21 Town Common Robinson, James Peters & Co, LLC $324,900 28 Kayla Way Taylor, Travis No information available $185,000 172 Main Street Clark, Mary Ferrigan, Shelby $227,500 8 Jackie’s Way McCormack-Tutt, Sally McCormack, John & Cynthia $300,000 169 Mosher Road Moriarty, Robert Brown Family Living Trust $200,000 April 29th 6:30-7:30pm 23 Carnation Drive Reed, Eric Susan Duchaine, LLC $342,000 37 Shaw’s Mill Road Arundel, Manuela Deutsche Bank Nat. Trust $185,000 1 Robie Street Baldwin, Lyla Waindle, Brenna $192,000 11 Meadow Crossing Drive Moss, Justin Harris, Natalie & Ferribough, Kenneth $289,900 50 Wagner Farm Road Davis, Nathaniel Arnett, Christy $285,000 5 Daniel Street Bank of New York Mellon Folland, Ryan $134,097 46 Old Dynamite Way Foye, Krista Crossing at Tannery Brook $429,000

April 9, 2015 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 5 SCHOOL On March 13 and 14, the Falmouth-Gorham FIRST robotics team (Team 172) partici- North Yarmouth Robotic Team Wins Awards pated in the Recycle Rush Pine Tree District competition with their robot, Falgor. The Academy First 51-member team placed ninth after 12 matches and made it to the quarterfinals, and also won the Industrial Safety Award. On the Semester Honor weekend of March 18, the team went to the Northeastern District competition, and was Roll 2014-2015 seeded third after qualifying matches and became a captain team for a robot alliance. Grade 12 – High Honors They were eliminated in the quarterfinals. The Ellie Sato team won the Engineering Inspiration Award, which is given to a team that promotes STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) Grade 9 – Honors fields in their community. They are currently Rachel Hooker ranked 37 out of 175 teams in New England and will be going to the regional competition Grade 6 – High Honors at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) on Nathan Cook April 10 and 11. Pictured (left to right) are: John Alling, Ryan Bertin, Thomas Matthews, Tellie Stamaris Teddy Lockman, Steve Nutt (mentor), and

Photo credit Samuel Martel John Kraljic (mentor). GHS Teacher Makes Mark in Literacy Magazines Julie Pike after researching places to send his writ- Patterson himself is an avid writer, blogging about GHS Student Intern ing. writing for two hours every day, primar- music, writing, and David Patterson, a Gorham High “Slice stood out to me because they ily short stories. When asked about his beer. His beer posts School (GHS) English teacher, recently publish cutting edge writing and have writing, Patterson said, “I’ve found that gained popularity had his own story published in Slice, a a hip vibe that I connected with,” said writing is mostly rewriting; that is, a and last summer he Brooklyn-based literary magazine. Patterson. good writer will spend more time edit- received a call from The story, titled “Flight,” is about He has had other short stories pub- ing than he does writing that first draft.” Maine Today asking a recovering drug addict who brings lished in several literary magazines over Good advice for aspiring writers from a him to take over his mute son to visit state parks in an the past year and a half, including The high school English teacher. their beer column. Photo credit Julie Pike attempt to connect with him. Apple Valley Review, Hot Metal Bridge, He also writes a column about As for his writing Of the 1,000 submitted stories, and Storyacious. Patterson feels hon- beer for Maine Today, a section of the goals, “I hope to Patterson’s was one of 10 to be pub- ored to have had the opportunity to be Portland Press Herald, which comes out write many books in my lifetime and be lished in the magazine. He came across published in Slice, given their substan- online and in print every Thursday. lucky enough to have them published the opportunity to be published in Slice tial print readership. To fill his writing hobby he began and read by other people.”

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6 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | April 9, 2015 GMS Chorus and Band at Kindness Counts at Great Falls Festival

Photo Credit Becky Fortier

In memory of Mackenna Ward who passed away from cancer at age six, community mem- bers in Houlton, Maine get together with Houlton Elementary School every year and fill Kenna Photo credit Tracy Williamson Care Bags. These bags are filled with items that will bring comfort and hope to children going On February 28, seventh and eighth grade Gorham Middle School (GMS) students partici- through cancer treatments in Maine. This year, during their Art of Reading night, Great Falls pated in the Southern Maine Middle School Honors Chorus and Band Festival. Students were School asked families and teachers to donate new books or magazines for Kenna Care Bags accepted to the festival based on auditions in October. Students rehearsed Friday morning, all and collected over 130 books and $60 in donations. Pictured (left to right) are: Tommy, day Saturday and performed in a concert at Westbrook Middle School Auditorium. Following Nicholas, and Matthew Sallinen. is a list of students who participated in this year’s festival for Honors Band: Daniel Bachner, Kyren Bettencourt, Patrick Bishop, Elizabeth Blanchard, Westley Brinegar, Gabe Cousins, Nathan Goff, Maeve Higgins, Thomas Light, Isaac Martel, Libby Mitchell, Simon Roussel and Erin Wentworth. Pictured (left to right) are a list of students who participated in Honors Ram Stop Edibles at GMS Chorus: Chevelle Berthiaume, Quintessa Bissonnette, Haley Caron, Connor Donnelly, Emaly Howard, Katarina Jenkins, Elena LaNigra, Zachary Pierce, Lauren Preis, Jackson Robbins, Leah Scontras, Lia Suleiman, Haley Thompson, Isabella VanZandt, and Jade Wu.

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Photo credit Tracy Williamson Gorham Middle School’s Eagle Team started a program called Ram Stop Edibles, a fundrais- In March, 15 Gorham Middle School (GMS) sixth graders participated in the District 1 Honors Chorus ing activity that donates proceeds to Ryan’s Well Foundation. Ryan’s Well is a non-profit that and Band Festival at Bonny Eagle Middle School. The students were nominated by their band and helps build wells in developing nations. Slim Jims, Cheez-It crackers, Mentos and more are choral directors to participate. They rehearsed all day Saturday and performed a concert that after- on sale at GMS near the cafeteria from 2:15 to 4 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thurs- noon. Following is a list of this year’s District 1 sixth grade Band Honors students: Katherine Downey, days. All items are under one dollar. Pictured Nathan Eichner, Catherine Higgins, Emily Paruk, and Bailey Wentworth. District 1 6th Grade Chorus are some of the Ram Stop Edible students Honors students are: Ophelia Bissonnette, Corey Blake, Sierra Cummings, Abigail Decrow, Mason helpers (from left to right): Amelia Yahwak, VILLAGE BUILDERS Paige Fogg, Liza Klisheh, Brandon Davis, and Hawkes, Gabrielle LaBarge, Donovan Landry, Sadie LaPierre, Molly Rathbun, and Amelia Yahwak. Full Service General Contractor Hayden Desmond. Repairs • Renovations • Additions

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April 9, 2015 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 7 SCHOOL SPORTS Gorham Teams Strong Meet GHS Grad Jeff Minded at Odyssey of the Desjardins: Trainer for the Mind Competition Cleveland Indians Jeff Pike Diane Knott Downey, Emma Mullin, Kevin Luo, Sports Editor Odyssey of the Mind Coordinator, Mackenna Wheeler, and Riley Griffin, Gorham Schools coached by Amy Wu and Kelly Cyr. As Major League Baseball shakes off Village School Classics team the long winter to begin the regular sea- After months of preparation, eight earned second place for their cre- son, a GHS graduate today is likely walk- Odyssey of the Mind teams from ative interpretation of a video game ing across the warning track of another Gorham participated in the Regional in Pandora’s Box - Division I. Team major league stadium across the country. Tournament in Biddeford on March members include: Erin Castonguay, Jeff Desjardins (GHS Class of 1991) has 14, hoping to earn the honor to Cassara Novak, Clara Shvets, Andrew been a Certified Athletic Trainer for the compete in the State Tournament on Farr, Eli Wyatt, Dylan Morrell, and Cleveland Indians baseball organization March 28 in Sanford. Killian Kolb, coached by Sarah since 2001. Of the eight teams, six advanced Castonguay and Katherine Novak. “Baseball was the first love of my and competed with over 60 teams Gorham Middle School’s (GMS) life, and it’s something that was a big from all over Maine in the State Technical team earned second place. part of our household growing up in Tournament; earning two first place, They created an airport theme for Gorham,” Desjardins says. “My father two second place, and one third place their creative devices to preform [Philip] coached at St. Joseph’s College, trophy for Gorham Schools. mechanical tasks in Experiencing Westbrook College and Southern Maine Odyssey of the Mind is an interna- Technical Difficulties - Division Community College for many years. I tional educational program that pro- 11. Team members include: Bodhi enjoyed playing the game and hoped vides an opportunity for students to Wilkins, Xander Lemieux, Andrew I could someday have a career in base- work in a team to solve problems. A Goschke, Zakaria Lembarra, ball.” variety of challenges are offered each Christopher Lewis, and Amelia Desjardins played baseball for GHS Courtesy Photo year encouraging students to think Yahwak, coached by Ben Wilkins. and at the American Legion level, but did Jeff Desjardins (GHS Class of 1991), a outside the box, work within a bud- Great Falls School’s Performance not continue playing the game into col- Certified Athletic Trainer with the Cleveland get, and use their talents to present team earned a third place trophy for lege. However, while his father coached Indians baseball club, attends to an umpire creative solutions. their humorous solution to the Silent at St. Joseph’s, Desjardins was inspired during a Major League Baseball game Gorham High School’s (GHS) Movie - Division I problem. This team by the athletic training staff and decided during the 2014 season. Desjardins has Classics Performance team earned includes: Samuel D’Amico, Nash to pursue it as a career when he went been with the organization since 2001 and first place for their creative solution Gagnon, William Stein, Drew Baber, to college at Plymouth State in New received his promotion to the major league to Pandora’s Box - Division III. Their and Lauren Bachner, coached by Hampshire. level in 2010. entertaining use of music, rhyme, and Misty D’Amico and Marty Gagnon. After earning his college degree in artistic detail captivated the audience. The GMS Silent Movie – Division 1996, Desjardins secured a job as ath- Team members include: Elizabeth II team presented a tasty bake sale letic trainer for Dover (New Hampshire) New York Yankees in a stadium tunnel Lemieux, Avery Arena, Madeline Joyal- skit to solve their problem. Team High School. In 2001, a friend connect- behind home plate. Despite living in Myers, Kayley Mason, Sophia Hendrix, members include: Sia Hyson, Victoria ed him with one of the assistant general Red Sox Nation, Desjardins grew up as a Emelia Nejezchleba, and Samuella Lewis, Sophie Lachance, and Delaney managers of the Cleveland Indians about Yankees fan. Spurr, coached by Pamela Weiss. Seed, coached by Krystal Brewer. an opening for an athletic trainer in the “He was very professional and friendly Village School’s Technical team Two new Division I teams also organization’s minor league system. in saying hello and asking me how I was created a magical unicorn skit, which competed at regionals. Both teams Desjardins won the job and then had doing,” Desjardins says. “I’ve found that served as the perfect setting for their creatively solved their problems to work his way up through the minor to be true of just about every long-time rubber band powered devices to per- with crowd-pleasing skits. The league system just like a baseball player. player in the game. They respect the form tasks. They earned first place in Village Performance team included: “I spent about nine years, starting at game of baseball and all of those who Experiencing Technical Difficulties Gabriel Badeau, Samuel Parenteau, the minor league A ball level and eventu- work in the game.” - Division I. Team members include: Grace Johnson, Ella Goff, and Ethan ally reaching the AAA level,” Desjardins Desjardins also interacts frequently Peter Wu, Patrick Cyr, Madeline says. “I particularly enjoyed the times at with the Cleveland Indians manager, Continued on Page 11 the AA level when our Akron team trav- Terry Francona, the former manager of eled to play the Portland Sea Dogs and the Red Sox who guided the team to the minor league team in Manchester, its 2004 and 2007 World Series cham- NH. That gave me a chance to connect pionships. “The athletic training team Sorority Hosts Male Pageant, with family and friends from Gorham.” works closely with Terry, and we devise With his solid work ethic instilled by specialized programs for every player,” his father Philip and mother Einger, who Desjardins says. Raises Money for Autism still live in Gorham, Desjardins earned Making his home in Cleveland, his promotion to the major league club Desjardins is married, and he and his in 2010 and has been there ever since. wife have a young son. In looking back Foundation “Our days during the regular season are at his career, he is thrilled that he gets very long,” he says. “On game days, we to work in a game that he loved growing usually arrive at the ballpark at noon to up. “I often reminisce about how fortu- Cori Shaw every person got two voting vouchers, start player treatments and often don’t nate I am as I walk across another warn- USM Student Intern which they used to pick their favorite contestant. More tickets were avail- leave until midnight.” ing track of a major league stadium,” One of Desjardins’ biggest moments Desjardins says. “It’s a great atmosphere The University of Southern Maine’s able for purchase to increase votes of came early in his major league career to be part of.” sorority Alpha Xi Delta recently put a contestant. when he ran into Derek Jeter of the on a competition in Gorham to raise The competition opened with a money for their philanthropy, Autism dance routine with the eight men, all Speaks, a foundation focused on rais- ready to compete. There was a swim- ing money for research to find causes, suit portion where the men came out treatments and cures for autism all sporting fashion statements of various over the nation. The money raised kinds of swimwear. The talent portion from the competition “XI Man” went of the event ranged from stand up to the foundation, including what was comedy to interpretive dance, WWE- raised from selling baked goods dur- style wrestling and more. ing the event. Jonathan Hendrickson Belloguet, Eight men from the university were a member of Phi Mu Delta fraternity, selected to compete in various activi- ended up winning the title of XI Man, ties to prove they were USM’s one and and, in the end, roughly $881 was only Xi Man. raised for Autism Speaks. The three-dollar entry ensured that

8 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | April 9, 2015 GHS Girls’ Basketball Reaps In the Zone GHS Grads Off to Fast Start in College Lacrosse: Twin sisters Meghan Cushing and Morgan Cushing (GHS Class of 2014) are off to strong starts as freshmen for the Individual Awards Assumption College (Worcester, MA) women’s lacrosse team. Through the team’s first ten games, Meghan, a midfielder, had four goals and three assists. Morgan, a defender, had played in six of the team’s games and had picked up two ground balls while also winning two draw controls.

Photo credit Stacie Leavitt Photography

Several members of the GHS girls’ basketball team earned prestigious awards following the season. Pictured above, left to right, senior Ashley Woodbury was named to the All-Academic State Team; head coach Laughn Berthiaume was named the Southwester Maine Activities Association (SMAA) Coach of the Year and one of the McDonald’s All-State Coaches of the Year; Sophomore Emily Esposito was named SMAA Player of the Year and to the Maine Sun- Photo courtesy of Assumption College day Telegram All-State Team; and Senior Abby Hamilton won the Lisa Blais Manning Award, Meghan Cushing Morgan Cushing given to an SMAA senior for their on-court performance, sportsmanship, academics and community service. She was also selected to play in the McDonald’s Senior All-Star game.

Jeff Pike and plays with great intensity. Most teams Sports Editor tried to double-team and even triple-team her this year.” Sports Etc This past GHS girls’ basketball season Hamilton plans to Wheaton College in 6th Annual Gorham Lions Club 5K & 10K Run/Walk: April 18, 9 a.m. at the Gorham Rec. was one of the program’s best in recent Massachusetts next year and play for the Department. $13 to register in advance, $25 the day of the race. To register, visit www. years. The team finished 16-2 in the regu- women’s basketball team. In addition to running4free.com and search on Gorham races. FMI, call 839-6569. lar season and ranked third in Western leading the SMAA three-point field goals Maine Class A. The Rams then advanced made, she has distinguished herself in the Westbrook-Gorham Rotary Club 2-Mile Patriots Day Race: April 20, 10 a.m. at Riverfront to the semifinals of the post-season community through volunteer work at Park in Westbrook. Open to any high school student with individual and team awards for tournament where they lost to the even- summer basketball camps, the Westbrook both boys and girls. No entry fee, but a donation of $1 per runner is suggested. To regis- tual Western Maine Class A champion, Community Center after-school program, ter, call 232-1649 or email [email protected]. Thornton Academy. the Preble Street food pantry in Portland, From an individual standpoint, many and the Alzheimer’s unit at Gorham GHS Boosters Meeting: The Gorham Boosters meet the second Monday of every month at awards streamed in once the season con- House. “She also won the Lisa Blais 6:30 p.m. at the GHS Library. The next meeting takes place April 14. Anyone wishing to cluded. Sophomore Emily Esposito was Manning award in part for her persever- help out can contact [email protected]. named Southwestern Maine Activities ance,” Berthiaume adds. “She came back Association (SMAA) Player of the Year and this year from a torn knee ligament at to the Maine Sunday Telegram All-State the end of her junior year and suffered a Team. She was also named to the SMAA badly-sprained ankle this year.” all-defensive team. Woodbury won her award on the Abby Hamilton won the Lisa Blais strength of a GPA above 97 and for hav- Manning Award, given to an SMAA senior ing won several academic awards for for their on-court performance, sports- outstanding achievements in Earth/Space/ manship, academics and community ser- Science, French, Anatomy/ Physiology, vice. She was also selected to play in the Algebra and Chemistry. “She also won the McDonald’s Senior All-Star game. Her fel- Wellesley College Book Award and will low senior, Ashley Woodbury, was named attend Wellesley College next year while to the All-Academic State Team, as just also playing basketball,” Berthiaume adds. one of ten seniors across the entire state As to the success of the girls’ basket- as named by the Maine Association of ball program in recent years, Berthiaume Basketball Coaches. Head coach Laughn credits the number of players participat- Berthiaume also received accolades as the ing at the youth levels. “There has been SMAA Coach of the Year (the second in a sharp increase in the number of kids his seven years as the GHS head coach) playing for the town travel programs and The Martha T. Harris Scholarship and was one of the coaches named as a in AAU,” Berthiaume says. “More kids are McDonald’s All-State Coach of the Year. kids coming to our summer camp as well, “All three players were very deserving,” and the varsity team is setting the right The Gorham Times established the Martha T. Harris Berthiaume says. “Emily was among the tone—we practice extremely hard, and Memorial Scholarship in memory of our founding league leaders in every category—scor- that elevates the skills levels of all or our ing, rebounding, assists and steals. But players.” member and long-time photographer, after her un- she’s also strong with her ball handling timely death in February 2013. We are accepting fur- ther donations to keep the fund solvent and to ensure we continue to honor Martha for many years to come We Work with All by presenting a scholarship to a deserving Gorham Insurance Companies High School graduate. Joe Wyman has been doing auto body and collision work for over 50 years and at the same Gorham location for over 35 years. Please send your tax deductible donation to I-Car Certified • ASE Certified • Major Collision • All vehicle types • Sandblasting Gorham Times/Martha T Harris Scholarship, Free Pick-up and Deliveries within a 15-mile Radius. Free loaner cars. ALL WORK WARRANTIED PO Box 401, Gorham, ME 04038

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10 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | April 9, 2015 Odyssey of the Mind Competition Continued from Page 8 Castonguay, coached by Rebecca on a successful Odyssey of the Mind Badeau. The Great Falls team of season. Funds will be raised to send Hayden Anderson, Brady Smith, Cole qualifying first and second placed Smith, Evan Verrill, and Lexi Caron teams to World Finals at Michigan successfully completed the balsa chal- State University, May 20-23. If you lenge, coached by Deirdre Anderson would like to make a donation, con- and Amy Smith. tact Diane Knott at diane.knott@gor- Congratulations to all participants hamschools.org.

Village first place Technical team. Pictured (left to right) are: Riley Griffin, Peter Wu, Patrick Cyr, Kevin Luo, Madeline Downey, Emma Mullin, and Mackenna Wheeler.

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GHS first place Classics team. Pictured (left to right) are: Sophia Hendrix, Elizabeth Lemieux, Kayley Mason, and Samuella Spurr. Missing are: Avery Arena, Madeline Joyal-Myers, and Emelia Nejezchleba.

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12 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | April 9, 2015 COMMUNITY DEAN’S LIST need. FMI, 222-4351 or visit www.gorhamfoodpantry.org. Rebecca Morin (GHS ’11), Huntington University, history major The Lakes Region Senior Center, White Rock Grange at 33 Wilson Road (off Rt. 237), is a great place for daily socializing, independent activities and good conversation with Mahjong GRADUATIONS lessons on Monday; poker, crafting and card games on Tuesday; Chair Yoga with a Nutrition Thomas Hazel, Western Governor’s University, Master of Science, Nursing Education. and Weight Support Group on Wednesday; and Bingo on Thursday. FMI, call Cheryl 892-9879 or Blanche 892-5604. OF INTEREST Jason Emery, CPA, MSA, of Gorham, was promoted to senior manager in the audit practice at The Gorham Medical Closet located at the Municipal Center, 75 South St., is free and available Baker Newman Noyes, an accounting/consulting firm in Portland. Emery earned his Bachelor’s to Gorham residents in need of portable wheelchairs, hospital beds, shower seats, commodes, Degree in Accounting and a Master of Science in Accounting from UMO. Emery focuses largely walkers, canes and more. FMI, call 839-4579, 839-3630 or 839-3936. on serving employee benefit plans, governmental agency, and commercial business clients. CLOSE TO HOME Dance the night away with Portland’s premier party band “Under the Covers,” on Friday, Join Presumpscot Regional Land Trust and Portland Trails for a public forum to share May 1 at Spire 29 from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. in support of Lynda Hagan Elliott, a lifelong resi- thoughts on Westbrook’s opportunities and challenges to land conservation, public access, dent of Gorham who has been diagnosed with Primary Biliary Cirrhosis and is awaiting a costly recreation and more. The event will be held on Thursday, Apr. 9, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the liver transplant. Tickets $10. $15 at door. For advance ticket sales contact kim.meggison@ Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge Street. FMI, contact Jaime Parker at Portland Trails. gorhamschools.org. To donate: www.youcaring.com/medical-fundraiser/support-lynda-s- transplant-journey/319180/update/290948 The Rotary Patriots Day Race will be held on Monday, Apr. 20 in downtown Westbrook. The check-in, start and finish will be at Riverfront Park on Main Street in Westbrook. FMI, usatf.org/ The White Rock Grange at 33 Wilson Rd. (off rte 237) in Gorham will honor Retired Chief of routes. Police Ron Shepard with the Annual Community Award on Friday, May 1 at 7 p.m. White Rock Grangers with 60, 70 and 80 years of membership will also be honored. Entertainment A Spring Wellness Clinic will be held on Sunday, Apr. 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the will be provided by John Ford, retired Maine game warden, and Mark Nickerson, retired state Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland. $15 Rabies Vaccinations, $30 Microchipping and trooper. Donations accepted. $5 Nail Clipping. All services will include a general wellness screening with a veterinarian. First- come, first-served. Dogs should be on leash; cats in carrier. FMI, 887-7217 x102. The Festival of Feet, featuring the fabulous feet of Caitlin Johnson, member of the Boston Tap Company, along with the Happy Hoofers Dance Company and the Centre of Movement The Portland Water District invites preschoolers to join them for environmentally-themed dance students, will take place at the Gorham High School McCormack Performing Arts stories, games, and crafts at the Sebago Lake Ecology Center in Standish on Friday, Apr. Center on Saturday, Apr. 11 at 7:32 p.m. $15/$12/$8. FMI, www.cmdans.org or call 839- 17 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The theme will be “Herp, Herp Hooray! (Vernal Pools).” Snacks will 3267. be provided. Free, but donations accepted to support local loon preservation. FMI, 774-5961 x3319 or [email protected]. Join North Gorham Public Library, 2 Standish Neck Rd., Gorham, for the Annual Library Open House & Pie Sale on Saturday, Apr. 18 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pie will be served and whole A Spring Craft Fair with over 50 vendors will be held at SouthCoast Community Church, pies will be available for purchase. FMI or to donate a pie: 892-2575 or libng@north-gorham. 368 Gorham Road, Scarborough on Saturday, Apr. 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Raffles, hot food lib.me.us and something for everyone.

USM NOTES The Originals presents “Love Song” at The Saco River Theatre, 29 Salmon Falls Road, The USM Concert Band, a wind and percussion ensemble, will perform on Sunday, Apr. 12 Buxton, Apr. 17-25. $25/$22. FMI, 929-5412. at 2 p.m. at the Gorham Middle School Auditorium with guest conductor, Norman Huynh. $8/$5. FMI, usm.maine.edu/music or 780-5555.

The USM School of Music presents the USM Graduate Showcase on Friday, Apr. 10 at 8 p.m. at Corthell Concert Hall, Gorham campus. Free and open to the public. FMI, 780-5555.

USM School of Music Youth Ensembles Spring Instrumental Concert will take place on Thursday, April 16, 7 p.m. at the Merrill Auditorium, Portland. $8/$5 suggested donation at the door; open seating. FMI, 780-5555.

USM Art Department and Gallery will host an Open Reception for the BFA and BA Exhibition on Friday, Apr. 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the USM Art Gallery, 37 College Ave., Gorham. The exhibit will be open through May 1. Free and open to the public. FMI, www.usm.maine.edu/ gallery.

The USM Department of Theatre presents “As You Like It,” a comedy by William Shakespeare, Apr. 17-26 at Russell Hall, Gorham campus. Directed by Assunta Kent. $15/$11/$8. FMI, 780-5151.

The USM School of Music presents the USM Composers Ensemble 10th Anniversary Concert on Friday, Apr. 17 at 8 p.m. at Corthell Concert Hall, Gorham campus. Free admis- sion. FMI, usm.maine.edu/music.

The USM School of Music presents the 38th Annual Honors Recital on Saturday, Apr. 18, 8 p.m. at Corthell Concert Hall, Gorham campus. Free; reservations recommended. FMI, usm. maine.edu/music or 780-5555.

The USM School of Music presents the USM Jazz Ensemble on Thursday, Apr. 23, 7:30 p.m. at Corthell Concert Hall, Gorham campus. The ensemble features “big band” and traditional swing music. $8/$5. FMI, usm.maine.edu/music or 780-5555.

ON-GOING EVENTS A Support Group for Living and Eating Healthy will take place every Wednesday evening from 6-7 p.m. at Martin’s Point Healthcare, 510 Main St., Gorham. FREE and open to the public every week. This not-for-profit group is not affiliated with Martin’s Point. FMI, call Pauline, 839-2092.

The Gorham Food Pantry, located at 299-B Main St. (parking lot of St. Anne’s Catholic Church), is open every Thursday morning from 9 -11 a.m. and the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month from 6 – 7 p.m. Free for Gorham residents in

April 9, 2015 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 13 GHOPE - Party for a Great Cause Marketplace Continued from Page 1 iSpoon, Skin & Body of Gorham, and 2015 marked the 18th year the CcorRi Shaw way. The money raised from the GHOPE Theriault Chiropractic & Massage. Gorham Business Exchange has host- USM Student Intern Fundraiser goes to members of the com- As part of the event, the Gorham ed Marketplace, which usually takes munity who are put in unfortunate situa- Business Exchange also sponsored place the last Saturday in March to The Reed-Allen Foundation is hosting tions. a food drive for the Gorham Food help Gorham residents say goodbye the GHOPE fundraiser at the Gorham This Second Annual GHOPE Fundraiser Pantry. To help collect the food donat- to winter and hello to spring. The Sports Center starting at 4 p.m. on consists of events including GHS Chamber ed by attendees, Po-Go Realty donated organization looks forward to seeing Saturday, April 18. The Reed-Allen founda- singers at 6 p.m. and Motor Booty Affair the use of their truck. everyone again in 2016! tion is named for former Gorham police at 8 p.m. There will be a cash bar, photo officer John Reed and Gorham High booth, bounce house, magician, 50/50 School stand out athlete Dana Allen--both drawing and much more to keep you busy Gorham residents who passed away. throughout the duration of the event. After the fire that burned his build- Children get in for free and adults pay ing and the support he received after his $10 in advance at www.holdmyticket.com cancer diagnosis, Gorham House of Pizza (type in GHOPE and Gorham, Maine) or owner Angelo Sotiropoulos wanted to $15 at the door. Doors open at 4 p.m. and give back to the community. Knowing first the event will last for a few hours. hand how appreciated extra help is when According to the GHOPE volunteers things go wrong, Sotiropoulos started who are giving their time and effort, the the foundation to support the business cause is great, the community is excellent owners of Gorham who may need extra and there will food and fun for the whole help when obstacles are thrown in their family. North Gorham Writers’ Group Annual Reading

GgorRhamM TimMesS StTaffFF writing classes at the church for adults in the community. At her urging, the group The North Gorham Writers’ Group held a formal reading after the first year presented their 19th annual reading the of classes. When Cook moved to Oregon evening of March 31 in the Alex Cairns for further writing projects of her own, Community Room of the North Gorham some of the original students committed UCC Church. For an audience of about to continuing the work of the group in thirty, each of the nine members of the much the same style -- utilizing prompts group read a variety of pieces they had and free-writes, and engaging in con- workshopped during the past year, structive critique of each others’ work, including poetry, fiction, and memoir. while allowing free rein with subject The event was followed by a reception matter and genres of choice. and refreshments were served. The group continues to meet to Subject matter ranged from the this day, and the annual readings have esoteric -- a meditation on time, the become a celebrated community event. struggle out of darkness, recognizing Some of the original core members beauty in the simplicity of the natural who participated in Tuesday’s show- world, transcending the deaths of dear case included Warren Gilman, John ones, encounters with the ancient ones Labrecque, Mary Snell, and Leanne of Greece -- to the humorous -- colorful Cooper, all from North Gorham. Other character studies, an unusual visit to the original members who were unable White House, boyhood tales of grow- to attend the reading are Teri Cole ing up in North Gorham, and a short from Gorham and Frances Maines of dialogue with a surprise ending on fan- Westbrook. More recent members who tasy versus fact. One member read two read their work included Linda Strout poems from her upcoming chapbook, and Dee Eisenhauer, both from Gorham; and another read a chapter of his novel- Skip Brushaber from Westbrook; Bob in-progress. Beane from Standish; and Chris Small The writing group first convened from Freeport. The group meets every twenty years ago, when Molly Cook, a two weeks in the North Gorham Library creative writing professor at USM, held year-round, and totals eleven members small, informational, workshop-style when all attend.

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WEDNESDAY, APR. 15 • Town of Gorham Senior Lunch Program, St. Anne’s Church. Noon. $4. FMI, 839-4857.

THURSDAY, APR. 16 • Baby and Me with books, music and movement, 9:30 a.m. ages birth-18 mos., Baxter Memorial Library. • Toddler Time, 10 a.m., ages 18-36 mos., Baxter Memorial Library. • Sewing Group, 2:30-4:30 p.m., ages 7 and older. Baxter Memorial Library.

FRIDAY, APR. 17 • Peg’s Itsy Bitsy Store, Gorham House, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. FMI, 839-5757.

SATURDAY, APR. 18 • Annual Library Open House & Pie Sale, North Gorham Public Library, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. FMI, 892-2575 or [email protected]. • GHOPE Fundraiser, Gorham Sports Center, Starts at 4 p.m. Adults $10 in advance at www.holdmyticket.com/$15 at the door, children get in free. FMI, 839-2504.

WEDNESDAY, APR. 22 • Town of Gorham Senior Lunch Program, St. Anne’s Church. Noon. $4. FMI, 839-4857.

Baxter Memorial Library, 71 South St. Corthell Concert Hall, 13 University Way Gorham House, 50 New Portland Rd. Gorham Middle School, 106 Weeks Rd. Gorham Sports Center, 215 Narragansett St. North Gorham Public Library, 2 Standish Neck Rd. St. Anne’s Church, 299 Main St.

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