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Funny Things Kids Say............. 2 John McDonald...................... 4 Maine News Calendar............. 7 Classifieds........................... 12 Movie Review...................... 14

AUGUSTA —Maine’s Capital hosted the Law Enforcement Memorial ceremony to honor the fallen May 16. In the last year, two Maine law enforcement officers were killed in the line of duty. Cpl. Eugene Cole, who died in the line of duty last April, was the most recent name added to the wall this year. Next year there is a plan to add the name of Trooper Ben Campbell, who was fatally struck by a rolling truck tire. Gov. Janet Mills attend-

FEATURE ARTICLES 6 water tips for tone and balance ..................................4 Chiari malformations ..............5 Camping in Maine offers a variety of experiences .............8 How to maintain your gas grill.... 8

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ed and spoke during the ceremony. She voiced her intent to honor the lives of the fallen officers. Both officers wives, Sheryl Cole and Hillary Campbell, were present to pay their respects to the officers. They shared a hug — one of the more emotional moments that took place that day. Cole’s family was there to witness his name placed on the wall. The city shut down the street for around an hour to ensure enough space to house those wanting to pay their respects to these law enforcement officers.

Mark Huard/ Central Maine Photography photos L to R: From left, Cpl. Steven Hills and Trooper Darren Vittum.

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Kennebec Historical Society’s program on ‘Midcoast Maine in World War II’ July 17 AUGUSTA — Peggy Konitzky, author of “Midcoast Maine in World War II,” will talk about what life was like at home during the war years at the next meeting of the Kennebec Historical Society Wednesday, July 17, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Jewett Hall Auditorium, 46 University Drive. Hear stories and see vivid photographs about how ordinary people took worry about loved ones, rationing, price controls, civilian defense drills, food shortages,

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blackouts and more in their stride and added new burdens of war work and volunteering to their already busy daily lives. Konitzky is the Historic New England Midcoast Maine site manager. She manages Castle Tucker and the Nickels-Sortwell House in Wiscasset, the Bowman Estate in Dresden and Marrett House in Standish. She holds a degree in history from Georgetown University School of Foreign Service, a master’s degree

in business administration from New York University and a certificate in museum studies from Tufts University. Originally from Glen Ridge, New Jersey, Konitzky has held a number of positions in museum and historic preservation nonprofits in Maine since beginning her second career in 2001. The event is free to the public, but any donations will be appreciated. The presentation will be followed by some light refreshments.

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Maine Guard 133rd Engineer Battalion conducts change of command ceremony BRUNSWICK — The 133rd Engineer Battalion held a ceremony on Saturday, June 15, as both the battalion commander and command sergeant major handed over their duties to the next command team. “I’m tremendously proud of everything we’ve accomplished in the last three years,” said Lt. Col. Joshua Doscinski, the outgoing commander. “We’ve taken on a lot of projects and conducted a lot of training that has not only increased our readiness, but also set the stage for the next generation of Maine soldiers who would like to serve with the Engineers.” The incoming commander is Lt. Col. Scott Lewis. Command Sgt. Maj. Alpha Williams is his senior enlisted advisor. “Maine has a long history of answering the call dating back to the Revolutionary War,” said Lewis. “I’m excited to assume command of the 133rd and I look forward to continuing the long tradition of preparing Maine’s finest to answer the call in a time of need.” Lewis has previously held various positions within the battalion, including a tour as the executive officer when the unit was deployed to Afghanistan in 2013.

Williams recently completed a tour as the first sergeant for the 185th Engineer Support Company, based in Houlton and Caribou. He deployed in 2005 with the 152nd Support Maintenance Company. Doscinski will be moving to a staff operations position at Joint Force Headquarters and his senior enlisted advisor, Command Sgt. Maj. Carl Sticht, will be assuming duties as the

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Lines blur when it comes to the four seasons of Maine

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Peter from Virginia emailed: “John, We’ve been staying a few weeks in a nice cottage on the grounds of a resort on the coast. While here we first want you to know how much we enjoyed reading your column in the local weekly. After reading a few of your pieces, we thought you’d probably be able to answer a question for us. Several tourist brochures we’ve seen boast that Maine is a four-season resort‚ yet people we’ve met and talked to, people who live here

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year-round chuckle at the idea. Who’s right? Is Maine a four-season resort or isn’t it?” Thanks for the e-mail Peter. I think I’ve seen some of those brochures boasting of our mythical four seasons‚ but after living year-round in Maine for as long as I have, I only wonder where these people learned to count. Here in the USA we have freedom of speech, and that freedom even extends to our tourist promotion people so they can say whatever they want. I guess you can say — for tourist promotion reasons — that Maine has four seasons, but in fairness you should quickly mention that it is possible to get snowed on in at least three, maybe even four, of our seasons.

I can hear some of you now. “John, are you serious? Snow in four out of four seasons?” Listen, here in Maine many of us haven’t trusted the weather ever since the infamous winter of 1816, a year still known in these parts as “The year without a summer.” I hear some of you saying, “Are you serious, John? 1816? It’s time to give it a rest — 1816 was over 185 years ago!” Yes it was a while ago, but some of us still enjoy talking about it. Here in Maine we learn in history about the year 1816 and how here in the northeastern United States and southeastern Canada there was a killing frost and bad snow storms in

all twelve months. Trying to explain the abnormal weather some quacks‚ of the time — yes, they had quacks back then, too — tried to blame the cold weather on poor Ben Franklin and his slick new invention, the lightening rod, that was being installed on top of barns and houses all over the place. As these quacks saw it, lightening was made up of intense heat; Ben’s new invention was interfering with the life of lightening, therefore Ben and Ben alone was most likely responsible for all the heat being lost. Later, when we learned a little more about this crazy planet, it was thought that the cold weather — more than likely — was caused by a number of large volcanic

eruptions that occurred on the other side of the world in 1814-1815 in places like the Philippines and Indonesia. I know it’s a long-winded answer to a simple question, Peter, but sometimes there’s no way around it. In a related e-mail, Will from Newport writes, “John, we’ve just retired to Maine and will be spending our first fall here. What do people around here do in the fall?” Thanks for the e-mail, Will. Most new arrivals, like you, spend a lot of time in early fall wondering things like “What ever happened to summer?” Once you’ve more or less dealt with that question, you can get down to doing what you probably

should have been doing in the first place — wondering if you’ve done everything necessary to get ready for winter, which is bearing down on our state like a runaway freight train. Hope you have a nice fall and are all ready when the first snow arrives, which will most likely be sooner than you think. Humoristk and storyteller John McDonald has written five regional bestselling books about Maine and is ready to entertain at your next banquet, conference or special event. Call 207-2408324 or email maineauthor john.mcdonld@ yahoo.com.

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and start jogging, raising your knees as high as you can and continue for 5 minutes or as long as you can. This is a great warm up and healthy for your heart and lungs and overall cardio conditioning. 2. Water lunges: Take a big giant step forward with your right leg, return and repeat with your left leg. Do this 10 times on each side and then repeat for 3 more sets. This is a great exercise for lower body strength. 3. One leg balance: Bring one knee into your chest while supporting your body with your other leg. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat this on the other side and continue to do 3 sets. This is great for balance something we all need and should focus on as we age. 4. Straight leg hip flexor kicks: Hold onto the side of the pool or if in the lake you may want to hold onto your noodle or dock edge. Kick your right leg straight out and up hip

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high and return. Repeat on the other side for 12 to 20 kicks. This is great for your lower back and abs. This also helps strengthen the muscles supporting your hips. 5. The water is so great for conditioning your arms: simply move your arms back and forth while walking or standing still, make little circles in the water front and back. Basically any motion you can under the water will help tone and condition the arms. 6. Flutter kicks: This is the most fun and the most basic. It’s a great cool down. Just hold onto your noodle in front of you floating on your belly and kick your feet as hard as you can until you get winded. Once winded slow it down and just coast. I hope these water tips for tone and balance will help you enjoy your summer in a safe and healthy way. Live Long, Live Well

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Health & CATCHING HEALTH WITH DIANE ATWOOD

Chiari malformation — ever heard of it before? If you were to meet Heidi Fox — a 20-yearold college student from Maine — it would probably never occur to you that she was anything but well and healthy. That’s exactly how it was when she was 13 and in the eighth grade. Up until that point, everything seemed normal and then, her soccer coach suddenly stopped playing her in games. “I said I’m working really hard, why aren’t you letting me play? And he said, it looks like you’re in pain when you’re running. I didn’t feel like I was in pain, but I had a limp that got worse and worse really fast. And then, I did start noticing that I was walking weird, but there still wasn’t any pain for me.” (Heidi Fox) Her parents took her to the pediatrician and by then, she wasn’t able to stand on her toes. Again, no pain, she just couldn’t do it. “The pediatrician did some strength testing and said she’s got some weakness in her lower legs, so let’s try some physical therapy,” explained Heidi’s father Brain Fox. “The physical therapist worked with her for maybe 20 minutes the first day and he looked at us and said something is really not right here. He called her pediatrician and the next thing we knew,

denly. “Two weeks before we were visiting friends in North Carolina and they did this crazy little YouTube video,” said Lili. “She was running and there was absolutely nothing wrong. Within a two week period, it reached that point. It was crazy fast.”

we were taking her for an MRI.” The MRI showed what appeared to be a cyst in Heidi’s spine. She was scheduled to have back surgery when the pediatric neurosurgeon who was now on her case, decided to order a second MRI with contrast to make sure the cyst wasn’t cancerous. Instead of only looking at her spine, the radiologist who did the second MRI decided to also take a look at Heidi’s skull. He discovered that she didn’t have a cyst, but a rare condition called Chiari (key-AR-ee) malformation. Her cerebellum, which is the part of the brain that controls balance, coordination and muscle movement, had pushed through the hole at the bottom of her skull. The hole is called the foramen and it’s meant only for the spinal cord. Chiari usually occurs because the part of the skull that holds the cerebellum did not develop properly — it’s either too small or misshapen. It’s primarily congenital but has been known to happen with trauma, although rarely. When the brain extends down into the foramen, the blockage can prevent spinal fluid from circulating as it should between the brain and the spinal canal. The spinal fluid gradually

Submitted photo collects where it shouldn’t and causes increased pressure on the brain and spinal cord, which can lead to a variety of symptoms. Heidi’s parents were filled with gratitude that the radiologist decided to look at her spine and her head.”Instead of just having a cyst in her back,” said her mother Lili Fox, “her whole spinal column was fluid filled with one spot that was more swollen. That was the reason the radiologist went beyond. We wrote a letter of thanks because he went way beyond where he was supposed to and we said thank God

you took the initiative to do that. Had he not gone up and seen the Chiari then she would have had a back surgery she didn’t need.” Signs and symptoms of Chiari malformation Signs of Chiari may be present on a prenatal ultrasound, at birth, or as in Heidi’s case, may not show up until adolescence or early adulthood. Some people may never have any symptoms at all and may only discover they have Chiari when tests are done for other reasons. The symptoms that kept Heidi out of her soccer games came on quite sud-

Here is a list of common Chiari signs and symptoms: ● Unsteady gait and problems with balance ● Poor hand coordination ● Neck pain ● Numbness and tingling in the hands and feet ● Dizziness ● Difficulty swallowing ● Blurred or double vision ● Hoarseness ● Severe headaches, especially with sudden sneezing, coughing or straining ● Tinnitus (ringing/buzzing in the ears ● Weakness ● Slow heart rate ● Scoliosis (curvature of the spine) ● Sleep apnea

Treatment The fact that Heidi had Chiari malformation and not a cyst meant instead of back surgery she needed brain surgery. Not to cure her condition because it isn’t curable, but to prevent things from getting any worse. The neurosurgeon removed a small section of bone in the back of her skull, which gave her brain more room and relieved the pressure from the build-up of spinal fluid. The procedure is called a posterior fossa decompression. He also cut open the covering of her brain (dura mater) and sewed in a patch to provide some additional room. In some cases, a small portion of the spinal column is also removed to allow more room and relieve pressure on the spinal cord. If there is a build-up of fluid in the brain, it may also

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be necessary to put in a tube called a shunt to drain the excess fluid. Heidi made it through her surgery fine. In fact, her main concern, said her dad, was that she might miss a favorite TV show that night. “As we pulled into the parking garage at Maine Med, Heidi says to us, how long is this surgery supposed to take? And I said, well, two to three hours. And she said, good, because I want to watch The Voice tonight. Fast forward through the surgery and through recovery. The first thing she said when she woke up, I think it was around 5:30,

she asked what time it was. We told her and she said, good, wake me up, I want to watch The Voice.” About seven years have passed since Heidi’s diagnosis and surgery. She is now a medical biology student at the University of New England. About to enter her junior year and carrying a full course load. The surgery was a success, but she still deals with some troublesome after effects and related symptoms. She has nerve damage in her feet and it was also discovered that she had scoliosis — a double s-curve in her back. One specialist told her she needed a rod in her &RPSUHKHQVLYH (\H ([DPV (\HZHDU &HQWHU 6WDWH RI WKH $UW &DWDUDFW 6XUJHU\ 5HWLQDO 'LVHDVHV DQG *ODXFRPD /$6,. 5HIUDFWLYH 6XUJHU\ /DVHU 6XUJHU\ 2FXORSODVWLF 'LVHDVHV

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back. Instead, she wore a brace. She was also told that she’d probably never walk normally again. But she and her physical therapist worked tirelessly together for more than four years and today, except for when she’s tired, she walks fine. The most debilitating Chiari symptoms she has to deal with are fatigue and headaches. They prevent her from doing the sports she used to love and sometimes, from doing anything at all. “I get headaches almost daily,” she said, “and when the pressure changes with the weather. What brings them on really bad and really fast is a jarring motion, anything that involves running and jumping. “They start in the back of the head and it’s like if you’re nailing something into a wall. Usually, it spreads and sometimes it’s in one whole half of my head or sometimes it’ll just stay in the back.

“Some days I’ll wake up with a headache and I’ll know it’s going to be hard to even get through my classes. Other days I’ll wake up feeling fine and I’ll think I need to get a lot of work done. I don’t know how I’ll feel tomorrow, you know? I try to get my work done as far in advance as I can because I never know.” At the beginning of this story, I said if you were to see her today, it would probably never occur to you that Heidi was anything but well and healthy. Her mother explains why. “It’s because even when she’s not doing well, she often doesn’t let on. I know that she does not complain. When I say she’s my hero, she is my hero. I know how bad of a debilitating headache she can have or how horrible she’ll feel and she will very rarely say I feel bad.” But the fact that she’s not apt to complain and usually looks fine can mean that

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July 5 — First Friday Reception, 5 to 7 p.m., featuring artwork by Debra Lagree for July, Main Street Art Gallery, 426 Main St., Norway, 207393-3912. July 5 — Kat Wright, Katie Matzell, perform at Waterville Rocks! 5:30-8:30 p.m. Castonguay Square, downtown Waterville, free, open to public. July 5 — The Table Free Friday Fun Night featuring karaoke and games, 6 to 8 p.m., Norway Grange, 15 Whitman St., Norway,207-461-3093 or aaturnleft3@gmail.com. July 5, 6 — Bethel Art Fair, Friday night reception for Shy, Novice and Closeted Art Show, 6:30 p.m., 18 High St.; screening of "Walking on Water,” 7 p.m., Gem Theater, 23 Cross St.; Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. vendors, performances, more on town common and businesses around town; evening patio party, fireworks; schedule www.bethelartfair.com. July 6 — Cary Memorial Library’s First Saturday annual yard sale, rain or shine, 9 a.m. to noon, 14 Old Winthrop Road, Wayne, 207-685-3612. July 6 — East Otisfield Free Baptist Church American Style Summer Family Barbeque, seating at 4:30, 5:30 p.m. 231 Rayville Road, Otisfield. July 6 — Beanhole bean public supper, 5:30 p.m., at the Congregational Church, 50 Main St., Route 219, East Sumner, 207-3882263. July 10 — Cornelia “Fly Rod” Crosby topic of discussion led by Dick Matthews, husband of author Pam Matthews who wrote the book "Cornelia 'Fly Rod' Crosby: Champion of Maine," 6 p.m., free, Rangeley Public Library, 7 Lake St., Rangeley, 207864-5529 to sign up. July 11 — Kennebec Land Trust walk on new

Surry Hill Fayette property, 9:30 a.m., meet at the bus turnaround at the south end of Tom Surry Road, Fayette, 207-377-2848, www. tklt.org. July 11 — Rangeley Region Guides & Sportsmen’s Association annual Strawberry Festival, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Oquossoc Town Park, 207-864-2651, www. rangeleyoutdoors.com. July 11 — "Tapestry: The Carole King Songbook," featuring Suzanne O. Davis, Rangeley Friends of the Arts fundraiser, 5:30 p.m. reception, RFA Lakeside Theater, 2943 Main St., Rangeley, rangeleyarts.org. July 11 — Mahoosuc Land Trust and the West Parish Congregational Church screening of “Dawnland” — documentary highlighting government-sanctioned practice of removing Native American children from their homes — 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Telstar High School, 284 Walkers Mills Road, Bethel, 207824-3806. July 11-13 — Friends of Norway Memorial Library annual book sale, Norway Grange Hall, 15 Whitman St., 2-6 p.m. Thursday, Friday; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, 207-743-5309. July 12 — The Table Free Friday Fun Night featuring a cook out dinner with s’mores and lawn games, 6 to 8 p.m., Norway Grange, 15 Whitman St., Norway, 207-461-3093 or aaturnleft3@gmail.com. July 13 — Randolph United Methodist Church community yard sale, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., to benefit church fuel fund, 16 Asbury St., 207-582-5188. July 13 — Mr. Harley and The Strollers,11 a.m., for all ages, free, open to public, Community Center for All Seasons, 1 Center Road, Belgrade, 207-4953508. July 13 — Rangeley Public Library Book & Bake Sale, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., parking lot across from the library, 7 Lake St., Rangeley, 207-864-5529.

July 13 — Hiram Historical Society meeting (1 p.m.), program on “Vacationland: Growth and Development of Tourism in Maine,” 1:30 p.m., Great Ossipee Museum, 20 Historical Ridge, Hiram, 207-615-4390. July 13 — Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust "Stories and S’mores" for families with children 4-6, 5 p.m., Maine Forestry Museum, walk, story and snack, www.rlht.org/getinvoloved/calendar. July 13 — Canton Bicentennial Committee 2nd annual Summer Margarita Party Fundraiser, Canton Boat Launch/Canton Caboose Ice Cream area, 5-7 p.m. free admission, open to public; follow on Facebook or visit www.1821canton2021.org. July 13 — Back Woods Road performs at Music in the Park series, Jay, 6 p.m. French Falls Park, 28 French Falls Lane. Chicken BBQ to support series before show, buy tickets at the Town Office or Otis Credit Union. July 15 — Maine Crime Writers Build a Mystery, 6 p.m., Belgrade Public Library, 124 Depot Road, Belgrade, with Maureen Milliken, Kate Flora, Sandra Neilly construct a mystery with input from the audience, 207-495-3508. July 16 — “3-2-1 Blast Off” by Mad Science of Maine, 10 a.m., free open to public, for ages K-6th grade, Community Center for All Seasons, 1 Center Drive, Belgrade, 207-4953508. July 16 — Artist Judy Schuppien leads plein-air painting workshop hosted by the Kennebec Land Trust, 3 p.m., Eastern River Preserve, Pittston, registration required by July 11, call KLT, 207-377-3848, KBrewer@tklt.org. July 16 — Gawler Family Trio at Union Meeting House, Readfield, part of the Meet Me At The Meeting House Summer Series, 7 p.m., $10, at the door or

Brown Paper Tickets, 207685-4662, unionmeetinghouse.org. July 18 — Belgrade Lakes Historical Society presents “Recovering the Recent Past," a presentation about letters written by Messalonskee High School students during the1990s presented by former Messalonskee High School teacher David Leigh, 7 p.m., 7 Lakes Alliance, (formerly the Maine Lakes Resource Center), 137 Main St, Belgrade Lakes Village, www.belgradehistoricalsociety.org or the Belgrade Historical Society Facebook Page. July 19 — Recpetion for Maine artists exhibiting at Carrabasset Valley Public Library, 4:30-6 p.m., free, open to public, Carrabassett Valley, 207-237-3535. July 19 — The Table Free Friday Fun Night featuring a night of cupcake decorating and sundae social Karaoke and games, 6 to 8 p.m., Norway Grange, 15 Whitman St., Norway,207-461-3093 or aaturnleft3@gmail.com. July 20 — Friends of the Belgrade Public Library 10th annual 5K road race; 7 a.m. registration, 8 a.m. start, Belgrade Public Library, 124 Depot St., Belgrade. $20 on race day, $15 in advance; police officers run for free; summer camps welcome to enter the Summer Camp Challenge, register at RunReg.com, www.belgrade.lib.me.us, www.friendsofbelgradepubliclibrary.com, for information call race director John House, 207-465-3524. July 20 — “Kick Around the Clock for Cass” honoring the memory and life of Cassidy Charette, Thomas College, Waterville, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.;

rain date July 21. July 20 — Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., St Bridget Center, 864 Main St., Vassalboro, 207-616-3148. July 20 — Minot Community Day, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Hemond MX Park, 695 Woodman Hill Road, Minot, 207-345-3040. July 23-26 — Plein air workshop with George Van Hook for all media, sponsored by Rangeley Friends of the Arts, rangeleyarts. org, 207-864-5000. July 24 — Summer Reflections on Recent Supreme Court Decisions, 6 p.m., Belgrade Public Library, 124 Depot Road, Belgrade, with Joe Reisert, Belgrade resident and associate professor of government at Colby College, 207-495-3508. July 26 — Tinsley Ellis, Cold Engines perform at Waterville Rocks! 5:30-8:30 p.m. Castonguay Square, downtown Waterville, free, open to public. July 26 — The Table Free Friday Fun Night featuring a night of free Bingo and other games; there will be prizes for the winners, 6 to 8 p.m., Norway Grange, 15 Whitman St., Norway, 207-461-3093 or aaturnleft3@gmail.com. July 27 — Rumford Community Summer Music Fest, 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Eagles Hall, tickets sold in advance at the Eagles and at Bartash Drug Store. July 27 – The Autumn Addicts perform at Music in the Park series, Jay, 6 p.m. French Falls Park, 28 French Falls Lane. July 27 — Art Auction Fundraiser to benefit Naples Public Library, preview and silent auction bidding begins at 6 p.m.; live auction at 7 p.m., American Legion

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Camping in Maine offers a variety of experiences By Chris Decker Camping in Maine, it doesn’t get any better than this! Last month we discussed preparing for camping. This month, let’s talk

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lakes region. All regions of Maine have campgrounds, but I warn you, they are popular. For four months, Maine has some of the best camping experiences available anywhere on the North American continent. One of our most treasured experiences happened up near Brownville Junction southwest of Millinocket. There is an interesting history of days gone by here. More than a hundred years ago, interior Maine was bustling with activity. Farming and logging were in their heyday, and the industrial textile

industry was blossoming. Having a strong need for machinery, businesses like Katahdin Iron Works also flourished. The history of KIW is recorded in several books, and I highly recommend the read. Entering the North Maine Woods at KIW, we are greeted with a gate. After paying the fee for camping and hiking, we proceeded to a very secluded spot. These are boondocking sites with no amenities other than beauty, serenity and seclusion. The sites are a halfmile apart; site #5 was ours, and it was right on the

Pleasant River. In order to set up camp, first I had to back up my 30-foot camper about 200 yards on a narrow, tree-lined drive. I consider myself a novice at towing, but somehow I managed to get this tin can parked on my first try! Once set up, unpacked, lawn chairs out and beverages poured, it was time to take in the beauty. The Pleasant River is a wide, shallow pristine river meandering out of the mountains near Gulf Hagas. It is clean,

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safe and swimmable. Fortunately, it was late summer and a slight breeze filtered through the air. Biting insects were at a minimum. The second day included a long hike. Four of us headed to the Gulf Hagas Rim Trail, just a short drive up the road. It is part of the famed AMC trail stretching from Georgia to Mt. Katahdin. This part of the trail is referred to as the “100 Mile Wilderness” and is very remote. Once we started hiking, we had to cross Pleasant River. Being careful, we forded the river as there was no footbridge. Some parts were quite swift and knee deep. Crossing in water that is barely 50 degrees, we didn’t want to fall in. Let’s

just say not all of us were successful at staying dry. What an amazing area! The hike, about nine miles, took us through beautiful hardwoods, great softwoods, animal trails and a chasm often referred to as the “Grand Canyon of the East.” Gulf Hagas is an amazing geological formation dating back to the last ice age. If you’re healthy, this is a must do hike. Please go prepared though. If you get into trouble, help is a long way off. The hike could have been disastrous for us, but we were lucky. Amongst other things, we didn’t bring flashlights with us. We should have. Under estimating how long it would take, the last part of the trail went through the Hermitage (full, old growth pine

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Submitted photos Chris Decker looks over Gulf Hagas from the Rim Trail.

The Decker family campsite on Pleasant River outside of Katahdin Iron Works. From left, Craig Dilman, wife Sherri Dilman, Deb Decker and husband Chris Decker.

forest) at dusk. We had just enough light to see the trail and escape back to our vehicle. Safely back at the campsite, it was time to relax in and around the Pleasant River. There is nothing like a refreshing swim after a hard day of hiking.

Speaking of relaxing, when it is finally time to settle in for the night, it sure is nice to have a heated camper and a comfortable bed. Yes, there are benefits when camping in an RV. Next month we will explore three more great boon-

docking spots in Maine. To quote Henry David Thoreau, “I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees.” Enjoy your next adventure! Chris Decker, with his wife Debra, writes about their camping and RV ex-

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National trauma expert keynote speaker at Maine Military & Community Network conference AUGUSTA — The Maine Military & Community Network will host its ninth annual statewide conference Thursday, July 18, at the Augusta Civic Center, 76 Community Drive. The theme of this year’s meeting is “Moral Injury: The Many Faces of Loss.” Dr. Carolyn Allard, associate professor and pro-

gram director of the Ph.D. program at the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University, will deliver the keynote address. Prior to her current position at the CSPP, Allard served as the program director of the Military Sexual Trauma & Interpersonal Trauma Clinic for more than a decade at

the Veterans Affairs San Diego Healthcare System. “We are very excited to bring trauma expert Dr. Allard to Maine, ” stated Amy Line of the MMCN leadership council and planning committee. “Dr. Allard’s interest in traumarelated guilt and shame developed throughout her clinical and research career due to their obviously

Catholic Charities Maine is Seeking On-Call Homemakers Are you looking for a way to impact the lives of others? We have flexible positions providing in-home assistance to seniors and adults with disabilities. Just a few hours of care and assistance with needs like errands, groceries, meal prep, laundry and light housekeeping can make a big difference in the life of an isolated individual. Please submit your cover letter and resume (indicating the position title) via our website (www.ccmaine.org) or email (hroffice@ccmaine.org), fax (207.523.2789), or mail to Human Resources Office, Catholic Charities Maine P.O. Box 10660, Portland, ME 04104. View all current job opportunities on our website: ccmaine.org/employment

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pervasive and impactful role in post-traumatic distress. We look forward to her training on Trauma Informed Guilt Reduction and all it stands to offer those in attendance.” MMCN’s annual conference provides active duty military personnel, veterans, veteran service organizations and clinicians the opportunity to

network and share information on topics affecting veterans, service members and their families. The objective of the conference is to increase the overall awareness among service members, veterans, and providers of the issues and opportunities related to those who have served in the military. To register for the con-

ference and to view the complete conference agenda, visit https://mainemcn. org/annual-conference-2-2/ by July 16. To learn more about available resources for veterans and their families, contact the Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services at 207-430-6035 or visit www.maine.gov/ veterans.

Kennebec Land Trust’s sixth annual Tri-Sport Challenge Aug. 25 WAYNE — The Kennebec Land Trust’s popular Tri-Sport Challenge will take place Sunday, Aug. 25, at Camp Androscoggin on Androscoggin Lake in Wayne. Individuals and teams will swim, paddle and run in this fun and casual competition. Participants are invited to stay afterwards for a potluck lunch and cookout and KLT’s annual meeting. For additional details, contact KLT at 207-3772848 or visit www.tklt.org to register. Participants in the 2018 Tri-Sport Challenge.

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Wolfe’s Neck state park offering daily nature programs in July

Linda Galway photos These rocks provide a close-up look at Casco Bay and the osprey at Googins Island. At low tide, there is plenty of room to walk and explore their hidden treasures. FREEPORT — Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park offers nature programs nearly every day throughout the summer beginning at 2 p.m. Nature programs start at the benches by the end of the second parking lot

unless otherwise noted and may include walks, talks and activities in a beautiful natural setting. Programs last about one hour unless otherwise noted, weather permitting. No reservations are

One of many trails at Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park in Freeport

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needed, unless otherwise indicated. Nature programs are free with park admission — $1 for ages 5-11; $4 for Maine residents ages 12-64; $6 for non-residents ages 12-64; $2 for non-residents 65

865-4465. Topics include a tree hunt, osprey watch, habitat hunt, strolling with a ranger, forest detective, dragonflies and damselflies, Maine mammals, stories in stone and hike with

and older. Persons under 5 and Maine residents 65 and older are free. Some programs are wheelchair accessible; some require pre-registration. For more information, or to arrange for group visits, call 207-

a ranger. Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park is a five minute drive from the center of Freeport’s bustling shopping district; for a full listing of dates and topics, visit www.maine.gov/ wolfesneckwoods.

Kennebec Historical Society receives $25,000 Thompson Foundation grant AUGUSTA — The Kennebec Historical Society has received a $25,000 grant from the Charles T. & Marion M. Thompson Foundation’s Unrestricted Fund to help support its expansion plan. The society will use the grant to defer the costs of the planning and engineering of an addition to the historic Henry Weld Fuller Jr. House, the society’s headquarters at

107 Winthrop St. The grant, from a fund administered by the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation, was recommended by the descendants of Henry Weld Fuller, who once owned the land, where the society’s building stands, and whose son commissioned the construction of the house there in the 1830s. The money is intended to be a match to a

contribution from another descendant of Henry Weld Fuller and a longtime supporter of the Society. “I’m very pleased and excited with the opportunity this matching grant will provide our organization,” said Patsy Crockett, president of the Kennebec Historical Society. She added, “We are bursting at the seams, truly in need of additional space for our ar-

chive material.” In January 2018, the Kennebec Historical Society formed a Carriage House Expansion Committee to address the shortage of space in the climatecontrolled archive because of the numerous donations of items to the society’s collection, and a reoccurring water problem in the Fuller house basement. The committee has explored

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UMA co-sponsors September French immersion weekend AUGUSTA — The University of Maine at Augusta will co-sponsor, with the Maine Chapter of the American Association of Teachers of French, the annual French immersion weekend, Le Français au Bord de la Mer, at Blueberry Cove Camp in Tenants Harbor. UMA French professor Chelsea Ray and Julia Schulz, co-founder of

the Penobscot Language School, are co-coordinators for the weekend. It is a continuation of a program begun by the Penobscot Language School in Rockland in 1991, and an extension of the Le Français au Bord de la Mer and Le français dans les bois, which has run for nine years. During the immersion weekend, highly skilled

and experienced volunteer instructors, many of whom are French teachers, as well as native-speaking exchange students attending UMA from l’Université de Bretagne in Brest, France, will lead group activities. On Saturday, participants have a choice of workshops targeting intermediate or advanced language skill levels.

“Our theme this year is French North America, with a focus on FrenchCanadian, Acadian, and Franco-American culture, music, and food,” said Ray. “One of our aims is to explore together the rich diversity of the Frenchspeaking world.” The event is open to intermediate and advanced speakers of French, wheth-

er they are high school students, college/university students, French teachers or community members who are seeking the challenge of a 100 percent Frenchspeaking environment. Participants must be able to speak French for the entire weekend. To be eligible, high school students should have completed two years of

French study or the equivalent and college students should have completed one year of French study or equivalent. For additional information about the weekend, UMA student testimonials, videos of weekend activities, and to register, visit https://www.uma. edu/academics/programs/ french/events/.

Augusta dentist honored by Augusta Kiwanis Club Maine Dental Association hands out multiple awards BAR HARBOR — Dr. Jonathan Shenkin, a pediatric dentist who practices in Augusta, has been recognized by the Maine Dental Association with inclusion on its Honor Wall, which recognizes “those who have given extraordinary service to the Maine Dental Association” and is displayed at the organization’s headquarters in Manchester. Shenkin, along with Dr. Dean Tourigny, were lauded as the Honor Wall’s newest members at the Maine Dental Association’s annual convention June 1 at the Harborside Hotel, Spa and Marina in Bar Harbor. Shenkin has been on the MDA Executive Board since 2004, serving as president in 2009-2010, and is the board’s long-term representative to the American

Dr. Jonathan Shenkin Dental Association. He has served as vice president of the ADA, on ADA committees, and is an ADA spokesperson on the subject of pediatric dentistry. “Dr. Shenkin has been a strong advocate for public health policies that improve the health and well-being of Maine residents, with a particular focus on chil-

dren,” Dr. Kathryn Horutz, outgoing MDA executive board president, said. “Representing the interests of our patients, communities and the profession is one of the greatest opportunities I have had as a dentist,” Dr. Shenkin said. Shenkin was named a Fulbright Scholar in 2015 and is a fellow of the American College of Dentists, International College of Dentists and Pierre Fauchard Academy. Incorporated in 1867, the Maine Dental Association is a professional membership organization of licensed dentists. The MDA works to support members in achieving excellence in dentistry and to be leaders in oral health in Maine. For more information about the MDA, go to www.medental.org.

AUGUSTA — Every year, the Augusta Kiwanis Club recognizes Kiwanis Club members who have completed 25 years of more with the Legion of Honor Award. This year’s Legion of Honor award recipients are: • Past Presidents Leroy Hussey, 60 years; Leo Murphy, 55 years;Robert Leason, 50 years; David Hastings, 30 years. • Scholarship Foundation, Mark Johnston,

30 years; member Peter Thompson, 30 years. • Past Governor of the New England and Bermuda District of Kiwanis Carolyn Perry, 25 years; Richard Maxwell, 25 years. • Assistant treasurer, Gary Lapierre, 25 years; Every year, the Augusta Kiwanis Club recognizes members completing five, 10, 15 and 20 years with the Legion of Merit Award. This year’s recipi-

ents are Past International Foundation Trustee and 2018 • 2019 Augusta Kiwanis Club President Dr. Alice Savage, 20 years; past Lieutenant Gov. Kim Merrill, 20 years; Past President Elizabeth Pohl 15, years; President-elect Jennifer Coffin, 15 years; Treasurer Philip Davidson, 10 years; and member Ben Ridley, five years. For more information about Kiwanis, 207-4621511.

Camden Conference recognizes two UMA students with essay awards AUGUSTA — The Camden Conference recently announced that University of Maine at Augusta students received the first and second place awards in its essay contest. The college and university student essay contest theme was “Is This China’s Century?” Pamela Schaltenbrand placed first with her essay, “China’s Belt and Road Initiative.” Melissa Verburgt was awarded the second prize for her essay, “The Future of U.S.China Trade: Partners or

Opponents.?” Both student attend classes through UMA’s center locations; Schaltenbrand at the UMA Rockland Center and Verburgt at UMA Ellsworth Center. Both essays can be found at https://www. camdenconference.org/ student-contests/. According to the Camden Conference, “This award was established by Captain Bill Taylor, a longtime supporter of the Camden Conference and of education programming. Taylor had a distin-

guished career as a Naval officer, an Academic in Warfare Science, and director of Long Range Strategic Planning for AntiSubmarine Warfare at the Pentagon. His career took him all over the world during various wars, and his creative influence on Naval Warfare lingers.” The Camden Conference was founded in 1987 as a nonprofit, non-partisan educational organization whose mission is to foster informed discourse on world issues

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‘Men in Black: International’

Lucas Allen (Columbia Pictures/Amblin Entertainment) Before superheroes dominated the summer movie season, there was a time when aliens invaded theaters to the delight of audiences everywhere. One of them was the 1997 sci-fi action/comedy “Men in Black,” which offered a clever premise of a secret intergalactic police

agency, while also utilizing then-groundbreaking CGI and Academy Award-winning SFX makeup by Rick Baker. After two successful sequels in 2002 and 2012, “Men in Black: International” will have to make the series prove viable again in this season of sequels. The person handling this difficult task will be F. Gary Gray the director of “The Fate of the Furious,” who takes the place of series veteran Barry Sonnenfeld. Molly (Tessa Thompson) has been obsessed with the secret agency ever since she witnessed her parents being neuralyzed. When she does find the New York City headquarters, Agent O (Emma Thompson) believes that the young wom-

an may be more valuable as an agent. Now as Agent M, she goes to the London headquarters for a possible assignment. Upon meeting the High T (Liam Neeson), she partners up with Agent H (Chris Hemsworth) who’s becoming a reckless and undisciplined agent much to the annoyance of Agent C (Rafe Spall). Their first assignment together is to protect an alien ambassador from twin alien assassins (Laurent and Larry Bourgeois). But after it went poorly, the two agents soon realize there could be a mole within the MiB that could surely bring doom to the Earth. The two of them then team up with a small alien pawn (voice of Kumail Nanjiani) before looking for H’s ex-girlfriend

Riza (Rebecca Ferguson) who could hold the key to discovering the mole. Without the presence of Will Smith or Tommy Lee Jones, the series has very little reason to continue unless the filmmakers can find a way to bring something new to the table. Fortunately, they did try to add an element of a global-wide adventure making it feel something different than before. There’s still enough of what fans can recognize that still make the franchise what it is like the alien designs, the cool gadgets, and the action mixed with the comedy. Also, there’s some intense fight scenes that help add to the fun of the movie. Unfortunately, the script lacks the original’s unique-

ness making this film just another sequel. The whole mystery subplot is very predictable that you’ll likely know what the outcome is once the movie begins. Most of the aliens are CGI, which is fine, but having no one like Baker doing the makeup effects completely takes away the charm of the other movies. Even though they were really trying to make a good movie, it’s clear that this series has lost its mojo and may not be able to recover from it. At least the cast seem to be having a blast being a part of this film. Hemsworth is basically playing secret agent Thor, but he has some hilarious moments that makes his performance worthwhile. Thompson brings a more

smart-aleck approach to her performance, and her chemistry with Hemsworth from Thor: Ragnarök continues to be pretty impressive. Neeson is just playing a nothing boss character, but he still gives it his all especially in some scenes. “Men in Black: International” has that cool factor, but not enough to reach the standards the other films achieved. It’s a perfectly fine entry, but you might rather go back and watch the trilogy that remains as high-quality sci-fi comedies. THE MOVIE’S RATING: PG-13 (for sci-fi action, some language, and suggestive material) THE CRITIC’S RATING: 3 Stars (Out of Four)

Black flies all part of the fishing experience V. Paul Reynolds Look, most of us who love to fish Maine in early June expect to be swatting a few bugs, right? When I was a lad fishing with Dad, he always lathered me up with that black, foul-smelling Old Woodsman fly dope. I’d complain about the stinky stuff, whine about the buzzing hordes, and he would say, “It’s part of the deal,

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Branch of the Penobscot. These “mindless, merciless eating machines,” as Dean MacAdam described them in “Downeast Magazine,” got the best of Diane and me during a recent fishing outing. We came home looking like victims of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. My defense arsenal – cigars, pipe, headnet, Off and Repel — and headwear that makes you look like a terrorist — did not fend off the black horde. They are insidious and relentless this year. According to MacAdam, it’s only the females who bite you. When they latch on, they scissor into your flesh while simultaneously bathing the wound in their

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Positive Change Lisbon announces the 11th annual Lisbon Concerts in the Park Series

Lisbon Concerts in the Park, a program of Positive Change Lisbon, is thrilled to announce our lineup for the 11th season of free outdoor concerts each Sunday night at The Pavilion at Marion T. Morse Park, 18 School Street, Lisbon Maine, from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. This series features food truck vendors and a new community playground. Bring a chair, bring a friend, come out and have a wonderful time and enjoy a fantastic variety of music! Positive Change Lisbon exists to bring together the resources of Businesspeople, local Government and Citizens, partnering together in a positive environment, to improve the image of our community. For more information visit us on Facebook. Our Season begins with the Annual Moxie Concert in the Park on July 13th, Saturday night of the Moxie Festival when

Androscoggin Bank Presents Twyce Shy – 80’s Hair Band Tribute show. If lately you’ve been reminiscing about a time when guitar solos wailed, vocalist soared, and a rhythm section shook the very ground you stood on, then get ready to take a step back in time. “Maine’s best 80’s hard rock cover band” is how the quintet rockers “Twyce Shy” bill themselves, and they couldn’t be more right. With a selection of the best “hair band” songs you love and remember, top shelf musicianship, and a pro sound and light show; Twyce Shy delivers a one-two punch worthy of their disclaimer. On July 21st The Beatles Tribute band “Studio Two” takes you back to the days of the Fab Four. Studio Two is a headlining Beatles tribute band, comprised of Berklee Alumni who focus on the most exciting,

energetic period of The Beatles — the early years. Choosing from a catalog of songs from their club and touring performances, Studio Two captures all of the excitement and danceable 50’s and 60’s Rock ‘n’ Roll songs The Beatles helped popularize. All of this is done in period correct attire and equipment. You will be transported in time! On July 28th, Frank’s Restaurant presents national recording artist Parker Millsap. Hailed by Elton John as one of the best acts he’s even seen, Oklahoma native Parker Millsap is quickly making a name for himself with his captivating live performances, soulful sound, and character-driven narratives. He’s had a string of highlights in recent years including his network television debut on CONAN, a performance with Elton John at the Apple Music Festival in London, an Austin City Limits taping and

an Americana Music Association nomination for Album of the Year. He has also received praise from The New York Times, The Boston Globe, LA Times, Austin Chronicle and Rolling Stone to name a few. Parker’s newest album, Other Arrangements, finds him taking bold steps in new directions. Associated press says “Parker Millsap rocks harder than ever on his fourth album.” And Rolling Stone calls Other Arrangements Parker’s “tightest, sharpest and most infectious set of songs to date.” On August 4th, the sounds of the Big Band Era come alive with the Saco River Jazz Ensemble. This is a non-profit community big band ensemble that is based in the Buxton/Hollis area. A “Big Band with a Mission”, they provide purpose-driven entertainment for Seniors, especially those with Alzheimer’s and other dementia dis-

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eases. They also believe in passing on a love of big band music to the next generation, our band members range from 15 years old to 60+. Saco River Jazz Ensemble plays music from the big band era of the 1930’s, 40’s, and 50’s, featuring music from Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, and many others. Vocalist Marissa Sheltra currently resides in the Portland area, teaching theater at the local high school, and directing the one-act plays. August 11th brings the rock sounds of Lisbon Native Candie Tremblay and Fighting Fiction. Fighting Fiction is a modern pop/ rock band based out of Portland, Maine. Featuring local native Candie Tremblay on lead vocals, Andy Demmons on Lead guitar/ vocals, Josh Prescott on Bass, and Tyler Arnold on drums. FF has been keeping busy playing Festivals, apres ski, bars and private parties all over New England coming up on 2 years. FF Plays 90’s rock, reggae and top 40. Along with a selection of originals. Roxy By Proxy takes the stage on Aug. 18th. Roxy by Proxy, formed in October 2018, and is comprised of well seasoned professional musicians including Brandi DiRenzo Vocals, Jeff Bineau Drums, Scott Powers Bass, Neil James Guitar and Keys.

From Journey and Bon Jovi, to Shania Twain and Chris Stapleton, Evanescence, to Lady GaGa and Bruno mars. This lineup gets it done. Sing dance, and have fun, it’s what they are all about!! Closing out the season on Aug. 25th is Country Week featuring Hollis Hollow. Filling the void for boot stompin’, hootin’, hollerin’, laughin’, dancin’, fun! This band really nails it. Together, Andi Fawcett and Clay “Bonks” Plunk can sing the souls off your old pair a’ boots. Guitarist Masa Takahashi is proof that A.I. Humanoid Robotic Technology is far more advanced than we could ever imagine and, rounding out the low end, and giving the band that warm, down home family feel, Chris Fawcett, AKA “Brother”, on bass. Their catalogue of tunes will keep you movin’ all night. A handful of slow tunes, so you can snuggle up to your honey and a bunch of rockin’ favorites, old and new that you can dance and sing along too. Covering tunes by Chris Stapleton, Miranda Lambert, Fleetwood Mac, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Tyler Childers and more, Hollis Hollow aims to please. With a diverse and extremely talented lineup, there sure to be something for everyone in Lisbon this summer.

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Bowl for Kids’ Sake raises more than $70,000

Little Sister Katie Maxwell takes her turn at Bowl for Kids’ Sake to help raise money to support matches like hers with Big Sister Heather Priest. BBBS of Mid-Maine’s largest fundraising event, held in Kennebec and Somerset counties, raised $70,000 for local youth mentoring programs.

Submitted photo Camden National Bank employees Amanda Stanford, Donna York, Leanne Compton and Sarah Golden came out to Bowl for Kids’ Sake at Sparetime Recreation Center in Hallowell in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Maine.

OAKLAND — More than 75 teams came out to Bowl for Kids’ Sake May 9-16 in Hallowell and Skowhegan to support local youth mentoring programs in Kennebec and Somerset counties. The annual event, sponsored by Hannaford Supermarkets and Camden National Bank, raised more than $70,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Maine. Proceeds from Bowl for Kids’ Sake will directly support the

cal kids through Bowl for Kids’ Sake,” Hudson said. “When you support Big Brothers Big Sisters, you help clear the path to a child’s greatest possible future. We couldn’t do it without our community.” Bowl for Kids’ Sake helps fund local site and school-based programs pairing kids with high school mentors from Skowhegan, Messalonskee, Waterville, Winslow, Lawrence, Cony and Gardiner high schools.

agency’s school, site and community-based, 1-to-1 mentoring programs that serve more than 260 children facing adversity in the Kennebec Valley. The local bowling fundraiser is among four regional Bowl for Kids’ Sake. Others are in the Midcoast, Androscoggin County and Penobscot County. The event is Big Brothers Big Sisters’ largest annual fundraising effort, expected to raise $260,000 to support 700 children in coastal,

eastern and central Maine. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Maine’s Executive Director Gwendolyn Hudson said money raised at Bowl for Kids’ Sake is critical in the agency’s work to create and support strong and enduring relationships between kids facing adversity (Littles) and their teen and adult mentors (Bigs). “We are very grateful for the generosity of our sponsors, volunteers and the many teams who came out to support lo-

The program also supports community-based matches between children and adults throughout Kennebec and Somerset counties. The top fundraisers were: INDIVIDUAL FUNDRAISERS & SINGLE TEAMS: Nate Cotnoir - $1,030.36 (team total $2,000.16); Terry Spenard-Church - $1,124 (team total $1,164.80); Kate Weymouth - $655 (team total

$766.66). FUNDRAISING BUSINESSES (Multiple Teams): Hannaford Supermarkets- $11,443.32; New Balance $8,923.96; Camden National Bank $5,559.42. For more information about Bowl for Kids’ Sake, enrolling a child or becoming a volunteer or mentor, call 207-236-BBBS (2227) email info@bbbsmidmaine.org, or visit www. bbbsmidmaine.org.

Friends of Belgrade Library 5k is July 20 BELGRADE — The Friends of the Belgrade Public Library 10th annual 5K road race will be held on Saturday, July 20. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and the race starts at 8 a.m. This is one of several events sponsored by the organization to raise money to support and maintain the operation of the Belgrade

Public Library. The race will start and finish at the library, 124 Depot St., and entrants may walk, run or jog the course. The Summer Camp Challenge will also be featured for the seventh straight year. Last year, participants from Camp Caribou, Camp Matoaka, Camp Runoia and Camp Vega ran the race. A

special Camp Award will go to the winning camp. Race organizers also invite area law enforcement agencies to participate in the race this year. Fees will be waived for police officers running the race as a way for the organization to show its support. Race day registration fee is $20; earlier registration

fee is $15, and is available at RunReg.com, www.belgrade.lib.me.us or www. friendsofbelgradepubliclibrary.com. Male and female overall winners get awards, as well as the top two winners in each age category. For more information, contact John House, race director, at 207-465-3524.

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