Dorothy “Babe” Bartlett of East Bethel celebrated her 90^th b…

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Angie and Chuck Haines celebrated their anniversary on August 25th. Belated Happy Anniversary from the whole neighborhood, Angie and Chuck.

We have a special jubilee in the neighborhood. Happy 90th to Babe Bartlett on August 29th. All the best wishes for many more years from the whole neighborhood, Babe. We are all cheering for you.

The 46th Annual Bethel Outing Club Ski and Snowboard Sale is only 2 months away! It will be held Friday, October 23^rd, from 6-9pm, and Saturday, October 24^th, from 9 till noon this year, which is a week earlier than usual - so mark your calendars. And get that unused gear ready to sell! As well as the opportunity to buy from multiple shops in the same place (the Gould Academy Field House, 74 Church Street, Bethel), you have the opportunity to sell winter/outdoor gear and clothing you no longer use or have outgrown (gear should be in safe and good condition). The club takes a 20% commission on sales. More information can be found at bethelouting.org

The American Legion Post #68 on 593 Gore Road in Locke Mills invites everyone to listen to music and dance with The Fossils on August 29th from 6-8 pm. Light refreshments will be served and donations are appreciated.

Nina Mollicone reported that her mother, Marilyn R. Noyes Mollicone, who grew up in East Bethel, is one of the folks depicted in the Cart Mural, a permanent art installation created by Maine artists Chris Cart and Jen Greta Cart, which was unveiled at the Bailey Public Library in Winthrop Monday evening.

Nina grew up in Winthrop. Her mother was selected as a person who contributed substantially to Winthrop and surrounding communities. Marilyn was a botanist and an educator. She introduced many Winthrop children to nature appreciation through the years as she raised her family. She was the director of the Augusta Nature Camp for children for 19 years and was a founding member of what is now Viles Arboretum in Augusta. She returned to graduate school at the age of 58, making significant research contributions in the field of microscopic fungi. Nina feels very honored that her mother was chosen to be included in the mural.

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Trappers’ Weekend and the sale at the Locke Mills Union Church both were quite successful. I will try and get some details from Neil after he has had some time to relax and also get the clean-up done.

Lisa Haines celebrated her birthday on August 17th. Happy Belated Birthday from the whole neighborhood, Lisa.

Next week school is already starting up. Please, help keep our kids safe and pay attention to the buses and the flashing lights.

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Lacy (Hebert) Todd celebrated her birthday on August 2nd. Happy Belated Birthday from the whole neighborhood, Lacy.

It is a busy weekend coming up in the neighborhood. …

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The Rotary yard sale is starting this Thursday through Sunday. There are always many treasures to be found there.

The Saturday Market is on August 8 at the Bethel Methodist Church from 9 a.m. till 1:00 p.m. while the Summer Fest is also happening. Yes, I do call it Summer Fest as I respect and accept the wishes of our fellow Native citizens. The name change hadn’t altered the event rather than the changes made by organizers over the years. Aho.

On Tuesday, August 11, the Neighbors Feeding Neighbors community dinner is from 4:30 till 6:30 p.m. at the Bethel Methodist Church. Bring your appetite and some non-perishable food donations. What a great way to socialize and support our community.

If I am not mistaken, the Bethel Seniors Group will meet on August 12 at the Square in South Paris. Am looking forward to seeing everyone again.

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Have a great week and keep smiling!

Huge Congratulations to our Mainer pal and newest Hall of Fame Trapper Neil Olson. Neil is not only a Master Trapper, but is the founder and hardworking “Chairman of the Board” for his New England Trappers Weekend Convention- an event that spans nearly 50 years. Long overdue rec…

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The Locke Mills Union Church had a very nice turnout for the spaghetti supper. The community spirit was up. Lots of volunteers made the work easy and the food donations were amazing. Special thanks to Howe Family Farm and John Carter Farm and Maine Line Products. Comments were, when are you going to do this again! So look for another spaghetti supper in September.

The Craft and Yard Sale at the Locke Mills Union Church is coming up soon also. Check the flyer for more details and contact information. The church would also appreciate donations toward their yard sale.

Sonny Hastings will celebrate his birthday on July 23rd. Happy Birthday from the whole neighborhood, Sonny. Make sure to beep your horn if driving by to let him know you are thinking of him.

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Enjoy your summer!

July is moving right on and summer right along with it, sprinkled with fun events in town and nearby. On Saturday, July 18, come out and enjoy another Saturday Market at the Bethel Methodist Church from…

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The Locke Mills Union Church also got help and received a kitchen stove from JC Styles. Keep in mind the upcoming Public Spaghetti Supper there on July 15th from 4:30 till 6:30.

On July 14th is also the next Neighbors feeding Neighbors from 4:30 till 6:30. Planned is an old fashioned cookout with burgers (also veggie burgers), hot dogs, and various sides. Activities are in the works for the kids and bring non-perishables to donate. It will be fun for all ages again. How great is this, two days in a row when you can get out to eat and not to heat up your own kitchen. Come on out and enjoy our giving community.

Tonya and John Lewis celebrated their 16th Anniversary on July 5th. Happy Belated Anniversary to this lovely couple from the whole neighborhood.

Lucas Malley, son of Hannah and Todd, celebrated his birthday on July 5th. Happy Belated Birthday from the whole neighborhood, Lucas. We always love seeing you at Dunkin.

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Have a great week and a little reminder, be happy and keep smiling!

Lily, daughter of Tonya and John Lewis, had an amazing trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos! She spent nine days exploring with a group of 16 middle school students from Telstar. They snorkeled with sea turtles, saw blue footed boobies, and ate a traditionally prepared meal of guinea pig. How amazing is all th…

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Saturday was a bit on the windy side which made things difficult for the vendors at the Saturday Market. It is such an enjoyable event each time. I found a really nice cutting board at their indoor yard sale. Many may not realize that there is also always some fresh brewed coffee waiting for visitors.

On Saturday, June 27th, The Fossils will be at the American Legion on 593 Gore Rd from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Come by and kick up those dancing shoes—the Legion has just refinished the dance floor! Refreshments will be served and donations are appreciated to help Legion Post #68. The Fossils will also be playing for the car show at Tyler Concrete and Construction (the old mill in Locke’s Mills) on the Fourth of July.

Here now the answer to the Trivia: The East Bethel Book by Eva Bean was first published in 1959 and the second edition in 1984 after the original copyright was transferred to the Bethel Historical Society.

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Happy Summer!

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Eva and John Coolidge will celebrate their anniversary on June 22. Happy Anniversary from the whole neighborhood, Eva and John.

Those of you who know Jane Hathaway, please wish her a speedy recovery for her most recent hip replacement.

In memory of Stan Howe, here is a trivia question: When were the two editions of the East Bethel Road book published?

This should be an easy one, so call me at 595-0691 or e-mail heinrichcracker@gmail.com I would love to know if folks would like to see the Trivia come back?

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Billy Hinckley Jr. celebrated his 34th birthday on June 1st. Happy Belated Birthday from the whole neighborhood, Billy.

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The first Saturday Market of the season went quite well and it was nice to see many familiar faces. Rosie was there with all her beautiful creations. Plus her line dance lessons started up again also.

There seems to be a new business in the neighborhood. It’s called EBC V-Twin and according to their post on Team Bethel, they will take care of all your 2 and 4 wheel needs.

Tammy and Bill Hinckley will celebrate their 33rd anniversary May 29th. Happy Anniversary from the whole neighborhood, Tammy and Bill.

All you Fossils friends, they will be at the Locke Mills Legion this Saturday, May 30th from 6-8; donations are welcome.

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Linda and Neil Olson will celebrate their 58th Anniversary on May 26th. Happy Annivers…

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The Neighbors Feeding Neighbors went very well. People were able to eat either outside or inside. Many of us older folks opted for the warmth inside. Chris’s Haven of Hope were being celebrated and they were also a tremendous help giving a hand with dishes and general clean-up. They also made friends with some of the kids playing outside. They sure are a great bunch of guys and a wonderful addition to our community. The next event is already in the planning stages for June 9th.

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A warming trend is supposedly starting this weekend. Please, let it be true and let the outside planting begin.

Below is a flyer describing two upcoming June events at the Lower Meetinghouse (East Bethel Church), sponsored by the Hastings Homestead Museum.

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A heartfelt Happy Belated Birthday, dear Arlene Harrington. On May 3, you turned CIII (this is for…

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The volunteers of Neighbors Feeding Neighbors had a productive meeting on April 28th. The brainstorming was just plain amazing and new ideas moving forward will keep making this a great monthly event. Mark your calendar for May 12th.

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