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Quilt Show

28th Annual Quilt Show, July 29, 30, 31, Augusta Civic Center, Augusta, Maine. Events include: Workshops, Charity Quilt Auction, Antique Quilts Exhibit, Quilt Appraisals, Free Demonstrations, Door Prizes and more! FMI contact Solange Kellermann, 577-0648/774-4728 or visit www.mainequilts.org

The American Diabetes Association and Bikers Against Diabetes Gear Up
For 2nd Annual B.A.D. Ride
Diabetes will claim more lives this year than AIDS and Breast Cancer combined. The American Diabetes Association and Bikers Against Diabetes, along with an army of volunteers are in the final stages of preparing for the BAD (Bikers Against Diabetes) Ride on Sunday, July 24th, 2005 in Augusta, Maine. Registration begins at 8 a.m. at the American Legion Hall, Post #205 at 400 Eastern Ave., Route 17 in Augusta. This ride is a gypsy tour along a 100+ mile route through Maine's scenic countryside. Those wishing to ride or volunteer can register online at www.bikersagainstdiabetesme.com or call 207- 594-5254 or 207-774-7717.

Corporations and local businesses wishing to show their support by sponsoring rest stops, mile markers, or informational / vendor tables can contact 207-594-5254 or 207-774-7717. For pick up of the Rangeley Lakes Region area raffle donations or contributions, please call 864-2658 and leave a message prior to July 24th. To contribute, please send to: B.A.D., c/o Victoria Oakes, P.O. Box 1236, Rangeley, Me. 04970-1236. Please make your checks payable to: American Diabetes Association. Contributions are tax-deductible and receipts are available upon request.

G-NG Class of 1995 10th Year Reunion
Saturday, August 13th, 2005 at Pineland Farms, The Commons, 59 Pineland Dr. New Gloucester, ME from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Please e-mail your present address to:
gng1995 @yahoo.com or RSVP to Class Reunion c/o S. Blanchard P.O. Box 562 Gray, ME 04039. Cost; $15 single / $25 couple

Smorgasbord Supper
There will be an"All You Can Eat" Smorgasbord Supper at Sabbathday Lake Grange on Saturday, July 16. $6 adults, $3 children under 12.

Wanted Women Ages 40-64
Free mammograms and pap tests through the Maine Breast and Cervical Health Program. For more information, call 874-8942 or 1-800 350-5180.

Clutterer's Anonymous
Is your Clutter unmanageable? Are you having a hard time getting organized? Do you find it impossible to throw anything away? Do you have goals and visions that cannot be realized due to clutter around your house or in your thoughts? Check out Clutterer's Anonymous, Sundays at 7 p.m. at Unity Church, 54 River Rd. Windham, FMI 1-866-800-3881 or on the web at www.clutterersanonymous.net

Flea Market
The Amvets Ladies Auxiliary Post #6, Route 100 in New Gloucester, will be holding their annual flea market July 23 from 9-2. Tables are $10 each. So start cleaning out your cellar or attic and come join us. To reserve a table, call Joyce Wotherspoon at 926-4693 or Pat Kiley at 926-4232. Cut off date for reservations.

July Events at The Maine Mall- Friday, July 15th Attention Harry Potter Fans! The Maine Mall and Waldenbooks are partnering to celebrate the launch of the new book release, Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, Harry Potter VI, will be available for sale in stores the evening of July 15th promptly at midnight for shoppers that have reserved a copy of the new book.

Mall entrance between Sears and Old Country Buffet will open at 9:00pm. There will be fun for all ages with trivia quizzes, crafts, activities, games, prizes, gifts, and more! Refreshments will be available, At midnight, shoppers can purchase their copy at 40% off and they are entitled to 25% off a regular priced item is purchased that night, plus an additional 31% off an item coupon that is good through July 31st. To reserve a copy of the new book Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, call Ruth at Waldenbooks at 207-772-8166.

Fifty years ago…in 1955--Monday, July 18th-Sunday, 31 - …Gerald M. Pollack and his family left Boston and drove to Portland, Me in his 1955 Mercury, to open his first jewelry store on Congress St…G.M. Pollack & Sons. This inspired his only son, Stan to find a duplicate of this car in honor of our 50th Anniversary! We couldn't think of a better way to commemorate this wonderful milestone than to give our customers an opportunity to own this piece of history! This 1955 Mercury two door sedan,V8 automatic, has been driven only 53,000 miles and is valued at approximately $15,000 and…you can win it!

The turquoise and white car will be on display in Garden Court and will give you an opportunity to go back in time with us to celebrate this great occasion! You may enter as often as you like at our 13 locations. We will pick the lucky winner's name on September 30th…No purchase necessary…Must be 18 or older and winner will be responsible for all taxes.

Also, enter a chance to win our grand prize… our 19.55 Carat t.w. Diamond 50th Anniversary Necklace! Valued at $30,000! Pick up your 50th anniversary club card and bring this card in every month through December and have it stamped by an associate at any of our locations. When all months are stamped just drop in entry box. Deadline is 12/24/05. No purchase necessary.

Saturday, July 23rd- Club Noggin invites parents and caregivers to bring their children, ages 3-6 yrs., to the mall for a free, 80 minute session where kids sing original songs, do hands-on activities and play games-all with leaders who are trained to support them. This month's event is scheduled for 2:00pm till 3:00pm in the Center Court. Club Noggin was developed by NOGGIN, the educationals TV channel and website for preschoolers. FMI 207-828-02063

Southern Maine Volkssport Association Notice of meeting on 7/16/05

-The S.M.V.A. invites you to attend its' monthly meeting to be held Saturday , July 16, at 7:00 pm, at the Scarborough Marsh Audubon Center, Pine Point Rd, Scarborough, ME-Bring your picnic lunch and join us at 5:30 for an "intro-Stroll" before the meeting.-The meeting and activities are open to all, and everyone is welcome.

Public Baked Bean Supper

AMVET Hall Rt. 100, New Gloucester on Saturday, July 16, 2005 from 5 to 6 pm-Menu includes beans, chop suey, hot dogs, cole slaw, brown bread, biscuits,, and pies-Adults $ 6 AND CHILDREN $ 2 FMI 926-4402

Sports- Applications are now being accepted for the 1st Annual TPS TOP 96 Invitational Softball Showcase at www.tpstop96.com. The TPS TOP 96 is being held August 17th and 18th at Martin Field in Lowell, MA. Our showcases are rated among the best in the country for matching college bound student athletes with colleges looking for players. We are looking for 144 players who can play at the college level but are not getting the exposure they need. They will showcase their skills for 130-150 college coaches and pro scouts. Over the past 11 years more the 83% of players attending our showcases have gone on to play in college. The application deadline is July 15th FMI Doug Henson , Director 508-481-5939 or mobile +617-733-7500.

Watershed Project to Sponsor Public Meeting

-Improvements to Birch Drive, Middle Range Pond in Poland, will be the topic of discussion at a public meeting to be held at the Poland Town Hall on Wednesday, July 27th at 6:30 p.m. Anyone utilizing Birch Dr. for access to their property is encouraged to attend the meeting. AVSWCD engineer John Simon will review his plans for erosion control improvements for the road, and Richard Chick, Town Manager, with Jeff Chapelle, Poland Public works director will discuss timing of the work and construction procedures. Improvements to a section of Birch Dr. Have been prompted by a grant received by Androscoggin Valley Soil & Water Conservation District, to help protect the water quality of Middle Range Pond. The grant will pay for construction materials related to improving water quality. Funding for the Middle Range Implementation Project was provided by the Maine Department of Agriculture, and Maine DEP.