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Public Supper

- to benefit Child Welfare, August 6th - 5:00 to 6:00 PM - American Legion, 15 Lewiston Rd., Gray. Beans, Chop Suey, Cole Slaw, Hot Dogs, Breads And Pies. Adults $5.50, Children U/12 Yrs $2.50, U/5 Yrs Free.

First Graders Help the Ronald McDonald House

During the school year 2004-2005 the first graders in Mrs. Haymon's class at Memorial School collected 262 pounds of ring tabs for the Ronald McDonald House in Portland. The students begin each September by being assigned a classroom at Memorial that they will collect tabs from each month. After getting their tab classroom each team makes a "house" for their tab classroom. This "house"gives the students in their tab classroom a place to put their tabs as they bring them to school.

Each month tabs are collected, weighed and tallied. All tabs are kept until June when the final count of tabs and total amount of pounds is shared with the entire school at the last school meeting. In June this years' class was proud to announce that they had collected 262 pounds of tabs. The first graders worked during math time and determined that t262 pounds of tabs equals approximately 3,610,264 tabs.

Sixteen large boxes full of tabs were delivered to the Ronald McDonald House on Brackett Street in Portland. The Ronald McDonald House is a home away from home from families who need a place to stay because their critically ill child is sin an area hospital. The house riles totally on contributions to maintain itself. Families who stay there do so free of charge.

How does 262 pounds3,610,264 of tabs help maintain the Ronald McDonald House? The tabs are sold at the market rate for aluminum and that money is then used to maintain the needs of the house. Not only does the house provide beds, showers, soap, warmth, laundry and food but it also gives families struggling with the critical illness of their child a place to take and come home to at the end of a long emotional day. The motto of the Ronald McDonald House is "the house that love built."

The first graders in Mrs. Haymon's class worked very hard to keep that motto going strong. They showed that you are never too young to do community services.

Pineland News-New Gloucester, Maine

Become a Member!

Pineland Farms is pleased to announce a new membership program. Members of Pineland Farms will enjoy a number of benefits, not least of which is knowing that they are helping to support the educational, recreational and farm activities that make Pineland Farms a special place to visit. Other benefits include:
. Free admission to Farm Tours and Families on the Farm program s
. Free trail use during the spring, summer and fall
. Free newsletter
. Free Pineland Farms t-shirt
10% discount off Pineland Farms programs, classes, trail fees, events
.15% discount off General Store or Farm stand items

Membership costs are: $1000/year for a family, $80/year for an adult, $60/year for a student(age18 and under and $60/year for a senior (age 55 and up). To receive a membership application, stop by the Visitors Center at 15 Farm View Drive or call (207)688-4539

Campus Welcomes New Tenants

CAD Management Resources/Black Bog Software-Auburn Hall
CAD Management Resources/Black Bog Software provides CAD software training/consulting. CAD-related implementation services and custom software development.

Jonathan A. Dudek,Ph.D -Auburn Hall
Jonathan A. Dudek, Ph.D is a licensed psychologist in Maine and New Hampshire. Dr. Dudek maintains a private consulting practice in forensic psychology.

HRH Rick Management Services-Portland Hall
HRH Rick Management Services (formally The Dunlap corporation) is a subsidiary of Hilb,Rogal and Hobbs

Pineland Farms Natural Meats, Inc.-Cumberland Hall
Pineland Farms Natural Meats, Inc. produces and markets natural beef throughout the eastern United States under the "Wolf's Neck Farm' label.

Warmhearted Designs-Auburn Hall

Warmhearted Designs produces and distributes products associated with some of the world's leading cross-stitch designs.

United Society of Shakers:

Doll Workshop to be Held at Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village

Dress your doll is the name of a Shaker Village workshop where participants will make their own dolls, clothes, face and hair. The workshop will be held on Friday, August 5, 2005 from 1pm to 3pm. Recommended for families with children age 8 and up. Fee: 30.00 (materials provided)(pre-registration required) FMI (207)926-4597

Cherokee Storage Basket Workshop

The early Shakers learned a lot about basketmaking from the Native Americans. This workshop will show how to make a basic square to round reed basket that draws from the Native American tradition. The workshop will be held on Saturday, August 6,2005 from 10-4:30. The fee is $40.00 (materials provided) (bring measuring tape, sharp scissors,clothespins. pre-registration required.

The Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village is located on Route26, New Gloucester, ME FMI (207)926-4597.

Household Hazardous Waste Collection

Residents of Gray, New Gloucester, North Yarmouth, and Pownal, there will be a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Saturday August 27th from 9-1. Gasoline, pesticides, paint strippers, oil-based paints, furniture polish and many other substances will be accepted. Watch for a full list to be published in the weeks prior to the collection, or call Randy Cookson at The Gray Transfer Station 657-2343. Remember to bring your proof of residency!

Chain Saw artist demo

Join Maine Custom Wood Sculpture on Saturday July 30th from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. as chain saw artist Bill Fournier demonstrates his techniques for creating eagles, hawks, bears, wolves, mountain lions and more, from up to 7 foot tall pieces of white and Norway pine, fir, cedar or spruce. A summer series of wildlife exhibits and demonstrations targeted for the general public is offered throughout the season at the Maine Wildlife Park, located on Route 26 in Gray. 'For more information about any of these programs, please call the Maine Wildlife Park at 207-657-4977 or check us out online at www.mainewildlifepark.com or www.mefishwildlife.com

Wild Turkeys and Bow Hunting

At the Maine Wildlife Parkon Saruday, August 6, The Maine Chapter of the Wild Turkey Federation will set up and staff a display from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring the wild turkey. Wild turkeys were eliminated from their native Maine range by the late 1800s, but have been restored to the state and New England in ever increasing numbers through the efforts and contributions of the Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Maine Chapter of the WTF.

At the same time, the Maine Bow Hunters Association will also be on hand with a display and to answer questions about the growing sport of Bow Hunting. Special archery seasons have increased bow hunting opportunities, especially in more urban areas where firearms are prohibited. Many urban and suburban landowners encourage bow hunters where large local deer populations are troublesome. For more information about any of these programs, please call the Maine Wildlife Park at 207-657-4977 or check us out online at www.mainewildlifepark.com

Attention All Parents of Children Entering Kindergarten September 2005

We are asking all parents of children that will be 5 years old, on or before October 15th, 2005 to call James W. Russell Elementary School (657-4929) to register their child for the upcoming Kindergarten screening on August 11th. Please call Connie Monday-Friday (7:30-4:00). We look forward to meeting you.

Discounted Septic Tank Pumping for Crystal Lake Association Members

The Crystal Lake Association will, again this year, offer septic tank pumping at considerable savings to our members. Pumping is recommended about every three years. The discount is based on having 10 tanks pumped. If we have 10 members sign up the price will be $185. Pumping will take place in August. If you are interested please call Cheryl Welch at 657-4054 or E-mail me at KL7@netzero.net .

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

Reminder

High School Athletes-Fall sports begin on August 15th-current physicals (within 2 years) must be on file at the school and medical release forms must be completed and signed before you will be able to participate in any sport. Any questions please contact the Athletic office at 657-3323.

Community Mentoring

at USM's Muskie School of Public Service seeks male/couples mentors for youth in foster care ages 11-21 in the Gray/New Gloucester area. These youth may be disconnected from family, school, and their community. Mentors play a vital role in helping young people reach their potential! Are you someone who would be willing to share your time with a young person? If interested, please call at 780-5860 to learn more about this unique, challenging, and rewarding experience!