Mexico High School Class of 1948

MEXICO — Mexico High School Class of 1948 will meet at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, at Dick’s Restaurant, Maine Street.

Classmates and friends are welcome. For more information, call 364-2717.

Stephens High School Class of 1951

MEXICO — Stephens High School Class of 1951 will hold their February luncheon at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, at the Covered Wagon, Main Street.

All classmates and guests are welcome. For more information, call 364-8883.

Stephens High School Class of 1953

MEXICO — The Stephens High School Class of 1953 will meet for lunch at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, at the Covered Wagon.

All class members and guests are welcome.

For more information, call Isabel Duguay at 562-4241.

Polarity Therapy program on Feb. 11

PARIS — “Energy Medicine for Your Health: An Introduction to Polarity Therapy” will be discussed from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, in the Haskell House Chapel, First Congregational Church.

Presenter will be Emily Ecker, LCSW and polarity therapist.

Polarity therapy works to restore balance and wholeness, by utilizing gentle touch to direct the healing energy to specific areas in the body. Benefits include relief from chronic health issues and enhanced mental and emotional clarity.

Throughout the workshop Ecker will integrate information with self-care techniques including the Polarity Pathway, the Star Pathway which can bring relaxation, balance and a greater sense of well-being.

The program is free and open to anyone. For questions or to RSVP, call Emily Ecker at 357-9954.

Free first-time home buyers seminar

PARIS — Are you thinking about buying a home? Join Shelley Kennagh, The Mortgage Network, and Barbara Deschenes, The Maine Real Estate Network, for a free first-time home buyers seminar. Offered through Oxford Hills Adult Education, the class will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School, Room B236.

The seminar will walk you through the entire home buying process, familiarize you with mortgage terminology and provide an overview of everything you need to know to buy a home. If you are curious about what steps you should take when going from renting to owning or what your credit score is and how to improve it, this class is for you.

For questions or to register, call the Oxford Hills Adult Education Office at 743-8842.

Stephens High School Class of 1955

RUMFORD — The Stephens High School Class of 1955 will meet at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, at the River Valley Grill for their monthly luncheon and meeting.

Program: DASH for blood pressure

NORWAY — Need help to prevent or manage high blood pressure? The DASH Diet has been proven to help people lower their blood pressure. Join Stephens Memorial Hospital’s registered dietitian Pat Watson to learn more about this eating plan while sampling delicious, low-sodium, heart-healthy recipes. DASH diet booklets and recipes will be provided.

“DASH Diet to Lower High Blood Pressure” will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, in the Harper Conference Center in the Ripley Medical Office Building, 193 Main St.

There is no cost for this program. For more information or to register, call 743-1562, ext. 6896.

Veterans’ Advocate to visit Rumford

RUMFORD — The Veterans’ Advocate will be at the Rumford VA Clinic, third floor, on the second Thursday of each month from 9 a.m. until noon.

Mexico High School Class of 1959

RUMFORD — The Mexico High School Class of 1959 is invited to meet at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, at the River Valley Grille.

Spouses and significant others are welcome.

Register for snow tubing trip

HARRISON — Harrison Parks and Rec. is hosting a trip to the Seacoast Adventure Park in Windham for Harrison and Waterford children in grades 2 and up during school vacation week on Wednesday, Feb. 18.

The bus leaves the Harrison Town Office parking lot at 12:15 and returns at 4:15. Tubing has been reserved from 1:30-3:30. The cost is $18 which includes transportation and ticket. Forms have been sent out through the Harrison and Waterford schools. Forms can also be found at the Harrison Town Office.

Children must be 4 feet tall to ride on a tube alone, otherwise they must be accompanied by an adult. Helmets are recommended.

Space on bus is limited. Deadline to register is Friday, Feb. 13. Call Paula if you have questions, 583-2241.

Children’s Festival is Feb. 14

FARMINGTON — The Franklin County Children’s Task Force will hold its annual Children’s Festival from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, at the UMF student center.

There will be a low-cost food court, with pizza, ice cream, popcorn and water or juice. Activities in the hands-on room include face painting, games and crafts.

The ever-popular cookie decorating will be back for the little ones and the Nintendo Wii.

The Gross Motor room will have fun stuff like mats for tumbling. Parents can also find a quiet corner for reading a book with their child.

There will be music and entertainment in the North dining hall throughout the day. C.H.I.P.S. will present a brief video and fingerprints for child identification.

Public supper at Trinity United

FARMINGTON — A public supper of baked beans and casseroles will be held from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, at Trinity United Methodist Church. 

The price will be $7 adults, children under 12 $3.50. For more information, call Trinity United Methodist Church at 778-3921.

Fur Ball family dance on Feb. 14

FARMINGTON — The “Fur Ball: A Family Dance” will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, at UMF South Dining Hall.

Tickets are $20 per family, or $5 per person, and will be available at the door.

The event benefits the Franklin County Animal Shelter.

VFW, Auxiliary plan spaghetti supper

HARRISON — The Ronald G. St. John VFW Post 9328 and the Auxiliary 9328 will hold a public spaghetti supper for Valentine’s Day from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14.

Bring your sweetheart out for a home-cooked meal. Cost is $10 per adult, children under 12 are $5. Coffee will be available; if you would like wine to go with your spaghetti, please bring your own.

The VFW is on Waterford Road, Route 35.

Public supper at ‘Green Church’

MEXICO — A public supper will be served at 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, at the Mexico Congregational Church, UCC (the “Green Church”).

The menu is chicken with cheese linguine, vegetables and homemade pies. Take-outs will be available at 5:30; call 364-8603.

The price for adults is $8 and for children under 12, $3.

Italian dinner benefits softball teams

OTISFIELD — The Otisfield Softball Teams will have an Italian dinner fundraiser at the Otisfield Community Hall on Route 121 on Saturday, Feb. 14. Dinner will run from 5 to 7 p.m. and is free; however, donations are gratefully accepted.

The menu includes lasagna, spaghetti, salad, bread and dessert. A gluten-free choice will be available.

All the money raised will be used for equipment, uniforms and team sweatshirts.

The supper is taking place after the Otisfield Winter Carnival.

For more information, call Amy at 627-4319.

Honey Bee Club’s workshop

PARIS — Oxford Hills Honey Bee Club will hold a workshop at 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, at the Oxford County Extension Center, 9 Olson Road.

Carol Cottrill, master beekeeper, will do a presentation on “gadgets and gizmos” used in beekeeping.

The public is welcome.

For more information, contact Kevin at farrout@roadrunner.com, or visit mainehoneybees.com.

Snowshoeing fun on Feb. 15

NORWAY — Stephens Memorial Hospital will offer “Snowshoeing is a Family Affair!” from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15. Attendees will meet at Roberts Farm Preserve, conditions permitting.

Carl Costanzi, program coordinator of 5210 Let’s go! Oxford County, will lead participants through the trails at Roberts Farm.

Snowshoes and poles will be available if needed.

Registration is required. There is no cost for this program. For more information or to register, call 743-1562, ext. 6896.

Country Valentines Show is Feb. 15

WESTBROOK — Down East Country Music Association will present a Country Valentines Show on Sunday, Feb. 15, at the American Legion Post 197, 300 Conant St. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Show starts at 12:30 p.m.

Donation at the door is $5.

There will be a food bar, 50/50 drawing and raffles.

Entertainment will be provided by The Tennessee Bound Award Winners of 2014.

For more information, call Jackie at 793-8884.

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