CALENDAR 34

Meetings, Events and Seminars

August 26

STUDENT ORIENTATION 5 p.m. at Western Maine University College, So. Paris. New students will enjoy refreshments while touring the building, and meeting other students and WMUCC staff. To register for this orientation call 743-9322. Classes begin August 30.

STAMP CAMP Sign-up Sponsored by the Seneca Club of the Paris Public Library to be held Sept. 11, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the 1st Congregational Church, 17 E. Main St., So. Paris. Lunch, snacks, beverages and all project materials for 6 cards are included in the class fee of $25. Please register by Sept. 5 to: Kathryn Pulsifer, 52 Skeetfield Rd., Oxford, ME 04270 or by e-mail at kathrynpulsifer@myfairpoint.net.

BOTTLE DRIVE Proceeds to benefit the Sumner Scholarship Fund. Drop off bottles from now to end of Sept. at Skippy's Backyard Bottle Drop at Buckfield Mall or the Hartford Center Redemption. Corner of Rte. 219 and Rte. 140. Free trash bags available at the Sumner Town Office. Free pickup at your Sumner home on Sept. 11 between 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

GOLF TOURNAMENT Registration Sponsored by the Harrison Village Library with proceeds to benefit the library. Tournament will be held on Sept. 26, at the Naples Golf and Country Club, beginning at 10 a.m. with a shotgun start. Cost to play is $75 individual, or $250/team of 4, which will include golf, cart and a steak dinner. FMI or to register call the library at 583-2970.

NORWAY REC registration available now at the Norway Town Office for the K soccer program and after school bowling for grades 2-8. Soccer will be on Sept. 11, 18 and 25 and Oct. 2, from 8-8:45 a.m. next to the tennis courts at OHCHS. Bowling will start on Oct. 7. Forms are also available for the OH Athletic Boosters grade 1-6 soccer program.

August 26-28

DELIAN VALERIANI At Frost Farm Gallery, at 272 Pikes Hill, Norway. Free and open to the public. Delian's paintings are representations of the inner human experience. FMI call the gallery at 743-8041.

August 26-30

BLEND INTO FALL Mixed media show at WMAG, 480 Main St., Norway.

August 26-October 29

ART EXHIBIT An exhibit of the art of Honor Figure Helen Morton at the Bethel Historical Society's Robinson House, 10 Broad St., Bethel.

August 26, through February

TRELLIS DISPLAY Gallery hours are Mon-Fri. from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. or by appointment at 935-9232. Gallery is also open prior to events held at the theater. Artist Katherine Harman Harding of Osprey Cove Studio in Freeport will have her new exhibit on display at Fryeburg Academy, Fryeburg.

August 27

RED HATTERS of Bridgton meet at Tom’s Homestead in Bridgton and order off the menu. All Red Hatters welcome as well as guests. Please call Martha by Aug. 20, at 647-5128 for reservations.

OPEN MIC Hosted by Heather Pierson. Sign-up for performers at 6:30 p.m. and open mic at 7 p.m. at the 1st Universalist Church, 479 Main St., Norway. $3 donation at the door. FMI call 743-2828 or e-mail heather@heatherpierson.com.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY Annual meeting and potluck dinner at 6 p.m. at the Kaye House Museum on Pleasant St., Oxford. Bring something to

share for dinner and beverages and desserts provided.

August 28

YARD SALE 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at Responsible Pet Care & Pawsibilities Thrift Shoppe, 132 Waterford Rd., Norway. Table space is $10. Featured will be antiques, vintage and new items, refreshments and baked goods. In the event of rain, sale moves to Norway Town Hall. FMI call 743-8679.

KARAOKE 7-11 p.m. at the American Legion Post 82, Norway. $6 proceeds go to the American Legion Post. Professional DJs will be The Old Crows and food will be available.

TAKE A CHANCE Auction Sponsored by the Oxford County 4-H Teen Exchange Club. Doors open at 4 p.m. and the auction starts at 6 p.m. at the OHMS, Pine St., So. Paris. Over 200 new items and gift certificates. FMI call Jim or Gail at 966-2913.

DEAD SEASON Concert. Proceeds to benefit Abused Women's Advocacy Project 2010. 4 p.m. at Club Texas, 150 Center St. Auburn. Tickets are $10. Purchase your tickets in advance to ensure admission. Tickets are available at all Bull Moose Music locations.

SUMNER SCHOOLS Reunion 10 a.m. for visiting and reminiscing with a potluck dinner at noon at the Union School, a 1-room schoolhouse, Church St., Hartford. Anyone who attended any of the Sumner schools will be welcomed. FMI call 597-2126.

QUILT EXHIBIT 1-4 p.m. at the Poland Community Church, Rte. 26, Poland. $6 for advanced tickets and $7 at the door. Tea and refreshments will be served. If you have a quilt you’d like to display, you are welcome to bring it to the church with your name, pattern and circa. FMI call Dixie at 998-4725 or Marlene at 998-4364.

MARION YORK Book Signing 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Books ‘n Things, Norway. Marion York will be signing her book “Happy to be Me.”

CELEBRATION BARN’S finale – doors open at 7:30 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. on Stock Farm Rd., just off Rte. 117, So. Paris. Tickets are $14 for adults, $12 for seniors, and $8 for students and kids. Purchasing tickets in advance is strongly recommended by calling the box office at 743-8452.FMI go to www.CelebrationBarn.com.

MEMORIES OF MUSIC Festival Proceeds benefit programs of DancingTrees, a 501 (c)(3) located in Oxford. Doors open at 4 p.m., performance starts at 5 p.m. and Amateur Open Mic Musical Talent Competition starts at 10 p.m. at the Magic Lantern Theater, Main St., Bridgton. $15 ticket includes 8 bands, spaghetti buffet, popcorn, snacks and admission to competition. FMI call 647-5445.

YARD SALE 8 a.m.-2 p.m. on church grounds at Christ Episcopal Church, 35 Paris St., Norway. Sale will feature indoor and outdoor furniture, small appliances, house wares, classic jewelry in the Tiffany Room, sporting goods, toys, games and books plus baked goods. Beginning at 1 p.m. all items which can fit into a “bargain bag” will be sold for $1.

YARD SALE and Food Table 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Locke Mills Union Church.

YARD SALE Proceeds to benefit the maintenance fund of both buildings. Indoors from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Wilkins House, Plummer Hill, next to the church, Waterford. Toys for girls and boys and great bargains for teens going off to college plus kitchen wares, etc.

TENT & TREASURE Sale Proceeds help support the many missions of the church. 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot at the 2nd Congregational Church, U.C.C., Main St., Norway. Sale will feature books to baby stuff and from tractors to trinkets. There will also be produce, baked beans, pies, and baked goods. No early birds or previews for the sale but coffee and donuts will be on sale for shoppers at 6:30 a.m.

YARD SALE Proceeds to benefit the Bolsters Mills Ladies Guild. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Bolsters Mills United Methodist Church, Bolsters Mills Village.

August 29

FALL SHOOT Hosted by Lake Thompson Fish and Game Assn. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the club range on Paine Rd., E. Oxford. Events will be Running Deer and Trap Shooting. Refreshments will be available at the clubhouse. FMI call Don at 539-4407 or Art at 539-2322.

HERITAGE SOCIETY and J.O. Irish Museum open 1-4 p.m. on Rte. 140, Hartford. Vast array of memorabilia and items from the past. Ice cream social on Aug. 29. FMI call Arlene at 224-7355 or Beulah at 597-2073.

AWARDS SHOW Hosted by Down East Country Music Assn. 12-5 p.m. at the Silver Spur, Rte. 121, Mechanic Falls. Admission will be $7 for the general public and $4 for competitors. Entertainment will be provided all afternoon. Food Bar will be open and there will be a 50/50 drawing and several raffle items to be drawn.

JOE HOLDEN Picnic 11 a.m. on the church grounds after the service at the E. Otisfield Free Baptist Church, Rayville Rd., Otisfield. There will also be peanuts, popcorn and strawberry ice cream. All are welcome to bring a picnic for the event.

COUNTY DEMOCRATS Barbecue 4:30 p.m. Meet and Greet Social Time followed by a cookout meal with all the fixings at 5:30 p.m. at the Un. of ME 4-H Camp and Leadership Center on Lake Christopher, Bryan Pond. Tickets are $20 per person including the meal and donation to the Oxford County Democrats and $5 for under 10. Congressman Mike Mitered and Libby Mitchell will be the guests of honor. Those planning to swim or hike may arrive anytime after 2 p.m. To reserve tickets call 875-2116 or e-mail Cathy@megalink.net.

August 30 and September 1 and 6

LOVELL THRIFT SHOP Closed. Reopening on Sept. 4, with fall clothing. Shop hours are Mon., Wed., and Sat. from 10 a.m.-noon.

August 31

LYME DISEASE Support Group 6-8 p.m. at the Progress Center, 35 Cottage St., Norway. FMI call Tracy at 674-3781.

September 1

HOUSE TOUR Hosted by the Harrison Historical Society. Meet at 6:45 p.m. at the museum on Haskell Hill Rd. FMI call Elaine at 583-2213.

September 3

FIRST FRIDAY Reception 5-8 p.m. at Frost Farm Gallery, 272 Pikes Hill, Norway. Free and open to the public. Exhibit called "Life, Death, Color and Light" will feature photography by Katie Selva. Exhibit and sale will continue at the gallery through Sept. 25. FMI call 743-8041 or go to www.FrostFarmGallery.com

September 3-27

CONNECTIONS/COLLECTIONS WMAG invites fellow artists at 480 Main St., Norway.

September 4-5

GEM & MINERAL show Sponsored by the Kennebec Rocks and Minerals Club. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sept. 4, and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sept. 5, at the National Guard Armory, Western Ave., Augusta. FMI and dealers, call 873-6270.

September 6

PIE TABLE Sponsored by the Congregational Church of E. Sumner with proceeds to help support the church's "adopted" children in Africa and Haiti. FMI call Linda or Bill at 388-2263.

September 7

SELLER SERVER training. Sponsored by Healthy Oxford Hills for Off-Premise Liquor Licensees. 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (registration begins at 8 a.m.) at the Norway Town office. Training program is approved by the State of Maine and will be presented by Frank Lyons of BC Consultants. FMI or to register for the training, call Heather at Healthy Oxford Hills, 592-5047 or e-mail heather@healthyoxfordhills.org.

September 8

SAVVY CAREGIVER Training starts. 6 2-hour class sessions at the Bridgton Community Center. No charge. Participants are asked to plan to attend all six classes in the series. FMI or to pre-register (required) contact Ann at 1-800-427-7411 x 541.

SENIOR CITIZENS Meeting 11 a.m. at Rooster’s Roadhouse, Mayville Rd., Bethel. Reservations for dinner must be made before 10 a.m. on Sept. 6, by calling Nancy at 824-3350 or Arlene at 824-2877. Menu is stuffed chicken breast and the price is $12. Speaker will be John Davis.

September 11

WALK-A-THON “Journeys for Joelle” at OHCHS. Distance is 2.5 miles. If it rains walk will be inside the high school. Pre-register at padgettadoption.com.

CONCERT 8 p.m. at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, Fryeburg. Chris Duarte. Tickets are $17.50 for adults and $10 for students, on-line at www.fryeburgacademy.org or box office at 935-9232.

TEXAS HOLD ‘EM Tournament Sponsored by Responsible Pet Care of Norway. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. start time is 1 p.m. and end time 5 p.m. at Charlie’s Entertainment Center, 246 Main St., Norway. $55 entry fee includes stipend for State license fee and prizes paid to 10% of attendance. Checks accepted for ticket sales until 7 days prior to event. Tickets pre-sold before the event at Spare Closet Revisited, 446 Main St., Norway, at 743-3891, Responsible Pet Care 132 Waterford Rd., Norway, at 743-8679 or Charlie’s Ent. Center, 246 Main St., Norway at 890-2601

SWINGIN’ BEARS Square Dance Club Mainstream/Plus dance 7-10 p.m. at OHMS, Pine St., So. Paris. New club caller will be Al Hipkins and Carol Stewart will cue the round dancing. Hosts for the evening are Dan Ames and Russ and Fay Perham. Door prizes and Pot 'O Gold drawing. Non-dancers are welcome to come and watch at no charge. FMI call Sue at 577-6694.

September 12

YOUTH ICE HOCKEY Registration 1-3 p.m. at the Bridgton Ice Arena. Includes a free learn to skate and play hockey program. All programs

are coed. FMI e-mail wmyhtreasurer@gmail.com or go to www.westernmaineyouthhockey.com.

ARNOLD DUGMORE Ride and Walk Sponsored by the Smilin’ Moose and Shipyard Brewing with proceeds to benefit multiple sclerosis. Ride starts at 10 a.m. and the walk begins at 11 a.m. at the Smilin' Moose, Market Sq., So. Paris. Rain date is Sept. 19. Prizes, live music, cookout and gift bags for participants.

September 13

SOCRATES CAFE 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Waterford Library. Group offers a forum to discuss current topics and ideas in a warm, friendly atmosphere where divergent views will be welcome. Theme will be “What is responsibility in a free society” and the facilitator will be Jim Kearney FMI call the library at 583-6957 or e-mail wla@waterford.lib.me.us.

September 13, 17

BABYSITTER’S TRAINING COURSE Sponsored by the American Red Cross. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Bridgton Community Center. Attendees will receive a certificate at the end of the 2-day course. Course gears toward 11-14 year-old youth. Fee is $55, which covers the cost of the book and a CD as well as other information. Registration before Sept. 7. FMI call the BCC at 647-3116.

September 13, 27

COLLEGE PLANNING Workshop Hosted by the ME Educational Opportunity Center. 10 a.m. at the So. Paris Career Center, 232 Main St. This free interactive workshop which lasts 2-3 hours, outlines the 4 steps in the college process: admissions, financial aid, career planning and study skills. Preregistration is required by calling 1-800-281-3703.

September 15, 22

SWINGIN’ BEARS classes, open to newcomers at the OHMS, Pine St., So. Paris. Time TBA. 1st time is free and after that the fee is $4 per person each time. Refreshments will be served. FMI call Sue at 577-6694.

September 16

PRESERVING The Harvest Workshop 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Oxford County Cooperative Extension Office, 9 Olson Rd., So. Paris. Registration deadline is Sept. 9, by calling 743-6329 or 1-800-287-1482. Materials fee of $10 per person.

September 17-26

NIGHT SKY 7:30 p.m. on Fri. and Sat. and 2 p.m. on Sun. at Schoolhouse Arts Center, Rte. 114, just north of the intersection of Rtes. 114 and 35, Sebago Lake Village. Tickets are $12 for students and seniors and $15 for adults. FMI call 642-3743 or log onto www.schoolhousearts.org.

September 18

HARVESTFEST and Chowdah Cook-off. Tickets go on sale at 11 a.m. with chowder served at noon until gone. The Bethel Historical Society, the Upper Andro Anglers Alliance and many area businesses have something to offer. For a full calendar of events, check out www.bethelharvestfest.com.

RABIES VACCINATION and Microchipping Clinic Sponsored by Responsible Pet Care of Norway. 9-11 a.m. at the Norway Fire Station. Cost for a vaccination is $10 and for microchipping, $25. Rabies awareness information will be distributed at the clinic, at the RPC shelter and at local town offices as well. FMI call 743-8679.

September 18-19

WOOD CARVERS and Wildlife Show and Competition 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sept. 18, and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sept. 19, at the Augusta Armory, 179 Western Ave., Augusta. Cost is $4 per person and free for under 18. About 200 carvings entered into competition. Gift shop, raffles, and door prizes. Show appeals to all ages.

September 24

RED HATTERS of Bridgton Meet at the 1st Congregational Church, Main St., So. Paris. All Red Hatters welcome as well as guests. Please call Martha by Sept. 17, at 647-5128 for reservations.

September 25

CHINESE AUCTION Proceeds to benefit Responsible Pet Care of Norway. Bidding is from 5-6:30 p.m. at OHCHS, So. Paris. Winners drawn at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $5, $10 & $20 plus bonus tickets. Over 300 great items plus food and refreshments available.

October 1-31

FEATURED ARTIST Artist will be Veronica Cross at WMAG, 480 Main St., Norway.

October 8 and 22

PUMPKIN CARVING contest and Halloween fantasy art contest, WMAG, 480 Main St., Norway.

October 22-23

HALLOWEEN FEST 6-9 p.m. at the Maine Wildlife Park, Rte. 26, Gray. Fees are free for under 3, $5 for ages 4 -12, $7 for ages 13 - 60, $5 for ages 61+ and $3.50 per person for a group of 15 or more. Wear your costume. If raining call 657-4977.

October 29

WINNER RECEPTION At WMAG, 480 Main St., Norway.

October 29

RED HATTERS of Bridgton meet at the Harrison VFW Hall. All Red Hatters welcome as well as guests. Please call Martha by Oct. 22, at 647-5128 for reservations.

November 5-10

MOTHER-DAUGHTER artists. At WMAG, 480 Main St., Norway.

November 26

RED HATTERS of Bridgton meet at the Bridgton Trailside. All Red Hatters welcome as well as guests. Call Martha by Nov. 19, at 647-5128 for reservations.

December 5

LIGHT IN THE DARK Annual WMAG holiday celebration at 480 Main St., Norway.

December 17

RED HATTERS of Bridgton meet at the Olde Mill Tavern in Harrison. All Red Hatters welcome as well as guests. Please call Martha by Dec. 10, at 647-5128 for reservations.

Public Suppers and Breakfasts

August 28

BEAN SUPPER 5:30 p.m. at the Congregational Church, E. Sumner. $7 for adults, $3 for ages 5-12, free for under 5 and $20 family maximum. Menu will be baked beans and casseroles. Extra desserts will be available for raffle.

BEAN SUPPER, BBQ 5:30 p.m. under the new picnic shelter at the Congregational Church of E. Sumner. Take-home boxes available.

PUBLIC SUPPER Sponsored by the Stewardship Committee with help from the Church Board. 5-6 p.m. at the Casco Village Church United Church of Christ, 941 Meadow Rd., Rte. 121, Casco. $7 for adults and $4 for under 10 with a family maximum of $20. Supper includes baked beans, casseroles, salads, rolls, coffee, punch and homemade pies.

August 29

GLEN THURLOW Benefit sponsored by the Uptown Cruizahs. Cruise-In will be held from 3-5 p.m. and dinner from 5 p.m. till gone at the American Legion Hall, 112 King St., Oxford. Cost is $7 for adults and $4 for children. FMI call 539-09414, 890-0870 or 890-0871.

September 2

PUBLIC SUPPER 5:30 p.m. at the Albany Congregational Church, Hunts Corner Rd., Albany. Cost will be $7 for adults and $4 for 12 and under. Supper includes beans, brown bread, rolls, hot dishes, salads, pies and beverages.

September 4

COMMUNITY SUPPER 5:30 p.m. at the Congregational Church, E. Sumner. Donations accepted.

HARVEST SUPPER 5 p.m. at Blazing Star Lodge, Rte. 232, Rumford Corner. 2nd seating at 6:30 p.m. if needed. Cost is $8 for adults and $4 for under 12. Take outs available and there is a stair chair on back stairs. FMI call Joe at 364-4715 or e-mail concordpond@roadrunner.com.