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Chebeague Island Council Calendar

#12 | December 2017

December 2017 • Issue #12 • Chebeague Island Council Calendar

Contents From the Island Council Notes from the Hall Island Commons From the Town Office

On the Cover Richard “Poochie” Ross’ boat, the Polaris , has long been a very recognizable landmark on Chebeague, known as much for its Christmas light display while ashore as its time serving as a lobster boat. This 36-foot red-cedar vessel was built in the “Beals Island” style by Harold Gower in the 1950s. Poochie purchased her in the early 1970s from fellow islander Tommy Bennett, who had her built as a pleasure boat, and she was then converted for use as a lobster boat. Her fine lines made her instantly recognizable out on the waters of Casco Bay, and she faithfully served Poochie for many decades. In 2009, he downsized to his current boat, The Green Hornet . At age 88, Poochie is the oldest working lobsterman on Chebeague, and since his teen years, he has enjoyed fishing solo, using several boats before working out of the Polaris . Among his many fond memories aboard the Polaris , Poochie especially enjoyed his times of silly banter on the CB radio with his fellow lobstermen, breaking up the long hours of hard work. Great times! (Photo courtesy of Cathy MacNeill.) About the Calendar The Calendar is published monthly by the Chebeague Island Council. Available on- line at Chebeague Island News ( www.chebeague.org ) or www.islandcalendar.weebly. com and mailed to every occupied residence on the island, for a small additional fee, it can also be delivered by first-class mail to Island Council members who are off island at the time of publication. The Calendar welcomes submissions from its readers, including letters and thank you notes, but it cannot publish anything that is political in nature, libelous, or obscene. All submissions should include the author’s name and contact information. Without exception, the deadline for submission is noon on the 20th day of the month preceding publication. Submissions and ad copy may be mailed (P.O. Box 12), left at the Council office (247 South Rd.), or emailed ( chebeagueislandcouncil@gmail.com ) and sent as attachments (.doc; no pdfs) or included in the body of the text. Images and photographs should be sent in a .jpg, .jpeg, or .rtf format. Please do not use the old email address at island. calendar@chebeague.net, as this is an inactive account. As a courtesy and space permitting, island nonprofits are given a free half page each month to publish their news. Any such submissions exceeding a half page will be charged at the usual rate. All submissions become the property of the Chebeague Island Council, which reserves the right to edit them for length and clarity. Submissions that are not time sensitive may be held until there is sufficient space to publish them. Additional information about submissions is available at www.islandcalendar.weebly.com . NEW advertising rates are as follows: full page, $70; 1/2 page, $35; 1/4 page, $20; 4-line classified, $5; 6- to 8-line classified, $10. Each submission should include the intended publication date, size wanted, and the number of months the ad should run. All ads must be paid for at the time of submission.

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CIUMC News

CRC News

Marty’s Memories

Library News 10 Directory Corrections 10 CIHS Update 10 Firefighter Footnotes 10 School News 11 CTC Update 12–13 CPA News 14 The Mail 14 One Man’s Island 15 Classified Ads 15 Notices 15 December Calendar 16 Board Members Lola Armstrong, Christine Auffant, Pam Curran, Jennifer Hackel, Deb Hall, Ester Knight, Jaye-Allison Nunan, Nancy Olney, Marjorie Stratton, Ann Thaxter, Jackie Trask, Dianne Whetham Contact Us Email: chebeagueislandcouncil@gmail.com Phone: 207-846-4988 Mail: P.O. Box 12 Chebeague Island, ME 04017 In Person: Council Office 247 South Rd. Publisher Chebeague Island Council

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The deadline for submissions for the January 2018 issue is noon on December 20, 2017.

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Notes from the Council

This has been a busy year for the Council. We would like to thank the members of the Chebeague Island Grange for all their support, encouragement, and guidance as the Council took over ownership of the former Grange building; Dick and Diane Calder, Hartley and Dianne Brewer, and Fran Calder were always there to answer our questions and help us sort out this complicated transfer. Thanks also to Lew Holman for all his hard work making us “legal.” This is a huge undertaking for the Council, and we are grateful for the support of the community and the opportunity to keep the thrift shop going. I am happy to report that Schoolhouse Seconds had a great summer! Christine Auffant and her band of volunteers did an amazing job. Sarah Van Fleet was wonderful (as usual) helping Christine learn the ropes. Little by little the Council hopes to make the

necessary repairs so we can continue to keep the thrift shop going. The Council is happy to be able to offer another free Dental Clinic on December 20. Please call or email us to make your appointment for a cleaning and x-rays and to arrange follow-up care if needed. The Foot Ladies will also be here, along with Dr. Redmond and our nurse, Steve. If you or someone one you know needs help keeping warm this season, remember the Council can help. Through the generosity of neighbors caring for each other, the Fuel Fund is available to all islanders. There is no application process. Just call Ester at 846-4178 to arrange for delivery. The Council wishes everyone a very Merry Christmas and peace in the New Year!

Dr. Redmond of Casco Bay Chiropractic is coming to the Wellness Center on December 8 You can now have your chiropractic treatment here right here on the island! Call his office to schedule your appointment (829-1200), and let them know you would like to be seen on the island.

The Wellness Center with Steve Baybutt, RN, Is Open for Blood Draws, Blood Pressure Checks, PT/INR Testing, Medication Setup, Flu Shots, Dressing Changes, Suture Removal, Wellness Checks, and Health Information No appointment needed. No charge for these services. Tuesday December 12 and 26 • 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.

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Notes from the Hall

We are thankful to all for their patience as we experienced our debut as a Red Cross Emergency Shelter. We charged a lot of cell phones, filled many water jugs, poured a lot of coffee, and managed to serve a delicious soup lunch on Wednesday. Two main problems became evident during our trial run: the current generator is not large enough to handle a multiday power outage, and there was some expectation that we would be serving meals every day or allowing unlimited kitchen use. Upgrading the generator will cost a lot, so we will have to be creative in finding funds to do so. Serving three meals a day is not part of our Red Cross agreement, nor is public use of the kitchen. We are working to address the need to feed people in very cold weather, but our all-volunteer staff does not have the ability to turn out dozens of meals day after day.

This month’s Community Lunch will be on December 13 and is being sponsored by John and Courtney Wilson. Once again, we are partnering with the CIUMC Food Pantry to raise funds for Christmas holiday meals. The suggested donation for each Community Lunch is $7, and half of all proceeds will go directly to the Food Pantry.We will also have a jar for any additional funds you would like to contribute. The last time we held this fundraiser we were overwhelmed by the response! Let’s do even better this year! Thank you for supporting the Hall and its various programs. We are happy to see you gathered round our tables each Wednesday. We wish you and yours a happy, warm, and safe holiday season.

LOVE YOUR FEET! Beat a path to the Wellness Center for a Special Foot Care Clinic Nail care, foot massage, skin assessment Wednesday December 13 Beginning at 9:00 a.m. Brought to you by the Chebeague Island Council and MaineHealth Call 846-9034 to schedule your free appointment

The Foot Doctor

The Foot Doctor, Dr. Rybka, is coming to Chebeague on Wednesday, January 3 from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. Call 829-6463 for an appointment. Walk-ins are also welcome.

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Island Commons

132 Littlefield Road Chebeague Island, Maine 04017 Administrator, Amy Rich

www.islandcommons.com

207-846-5610

commons@chebeague.net

FACES of ISLAND COMMONS: Joan (Bennett) Robinson

Joanie loves to be where the action is and has lived her life to the fullest! We’re honored to have this Intrepid world traveler, lover of people, and pillar of the community here with us. Singing with the Whalers, knitting hundreds of hats for the Ladies Aid, volunteering at the island health clinic are just a few of the many ways Joan has touched countless lives and enriched our island community. Joan’s island roots are deep and strong and carry through to devoted sons Mike and Gene. Be sure to stop by and visit this remarkable woman…

Call us to get the most for your dollar!! We will clean and service most appliances, including gas stoves, gas fireplaces, gas dryers, water heaters, Monitors, Toyo stoves, on-demand water heaters, wall- hung systems, floor models, and—of course—all furnaces and boiler systems. LnL Enterprises Home/Office 207-809-0373 Tim Larrabee State-Licensed Master * 207-844-3450 Call us for Your Heating (Oil, Propane, Natural Gas, Solar), HVAC, and Plumbing Needs! Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. • Monday through Friday 24-Hour Emergency Service HOLIDAY PARTY: F riday December 8 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Celebrate the season with great food, drink, and good cheer. Take a chance on terrific holiday raffles! Plus, the Red Studio will be open during the party for a little holiday shopping! If you’d like to bring a “holiday gift,’ we love donations for our housekeeping supplies closet and need new hand towels and washcloths. Cheers! RED STUDIO SHOP: We’re accepting items for the shop/yard sale year-round. Please call Sam McLean at 846-0510. No drop-offs, please. Now Hiring! On-island, Mon., Wed., or Fri. overnight. Will train the right person! Call Amy Rich (846-5610) Linda Larrabee General Manager * 207-272-4487

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From the Town Office

Office Hours— We are open Monday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The office will be closed on December 25 in observance of Christmas. As always, if you

license your dog before January 31, 2018, there will be an additional $25 late fee. Transfer Station Hours— The Transfer Station is open Wednesday and Friday from 1:30 to 4:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 to 4:00 p.m. Volunteer Opportunities— We are still looking for two members for our Road Plan Committee. Thank you for your support, and remember to be kind to one another,

need assistance at other times, please don’t hesitate to call (846-3148) and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

Fire Permits— Fire Permits are available at the Town Office when Gloria Brown is working. You can also get a fire permit online at www.maineburnpermit.com. Dog Licenses— Dog tags are now available. If you do not

Marjorie E. Stratton, Town Administrator

Island Electric 846-2468 islndelt@juno.com Repair and servicing of electric appliances, water heaters, water-pump systems, septic-pump systems, sump pumps, lamps and light fixtures. Installation and repair of electrical systems and components, including generator sales and service. Installation and repair of wiring for telephones, computers, televisions, and sound systems. Wiring of boats and marine facilities, such as docks and piers. Thanks for your business, and remember to support your local island businesses. Kim Boehm

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Chebeague United Methodist Church News

Chebeague United Methodist Church Worship: Sundays at 10:00 a.m. Office Hours: Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Contact us at chebeagueislandumc@gmail.com or at 207.846.4106 www.chebeagueumc.org

A MESSAGE OF HOPE— Did you know that one of the most consistent messages the angels give in the Christmas story is not to be afraid? Join us for worship at 10:00 a.m. throughout the month of December as we explore this story through the words of the angels and as we learn how to combat our culture of fear with the messages of more hope, more love, more peace, more joy, and more life.

SAVE THE DATES FOR SOME EVENTS COMING UP IN DECEMBER!

December 15 (time TBD): Join us for a community-wide Ugly Sweater Christmas party! Stay tuned to our Facebook page and website for more details. There will be prizes for “best” dressed! December 17 at 10 a.m: Don’t miss our annual Christmas pageant! If you want your child to participate, contact Polly Wentworth, Cheryl Hillicoss, or Pastor Melissa. Kids of all ages are welcome!

December 20 at 6 p.m.: Join us for a Blue Christmas service, acknowledging the reality that the holiday season can be a difficult one for many. Come to this meditative service to find peace and support in the quiet and comfort of others.

December 24 at 7 p.m.: Attend our traditional Christmas Eve Candlelight Service. We remember the story of Jesus’ birth, sing carols, and share the light of Christ with one another.

NEW WAY TO GIVE!— We now have the ability to accept online donations via PayPal! Simply go to www.chebeagueumc.org/donate.html to learn about the variety of ways you can financially support your community church. These gifts are used to support mission and ministries, locally and around the world. FOOD PANTRY— As we make our way into the holiday season, please remember the food pantry as you think about your seasonal giving. We gratefully accept non- perishable food and household items to distribute to neighbors who have need. We also celebrate the many years of dedication to this ministry on the part of Lola Armstrong, and give thanks for her work as we welcome Jen Corson to this position. Jen and Lola will be working together for a few months.

ADOPTING FAMILIES FOR CHRISTMAS— Watch our Facebook page and website for more details, but the library and the church have teamed up again this year to purchase gifts for families in need this Christmas. OPEN HEARTS AND OPEN DOORS— Know that the doors of this church are always open. When the world is heavy and you need a quiet space to pray, meditate, read or simply be, the sanctuary is available for you.

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News from the Chebeague Recreation Center

Chebeague Recreation Center News www.chebeaguerec.com * crc@chebeague.net * (207) 846-5068 (207) 846-5068 www.chebeaguerec.com crc@chebeague.net Save the Date CRC’s Annual Winter Carnival February 1 , 2017

! Chebeague Island Boat Yard, Linda White, Gordon Bither, Adele & Anthony Gorody, Joan Dayton, Victoria and Erno Bonebakker, Vail Traina, Doug & Donna Clark, Schuyler & Linda Grant, Corky & Carly Clarke, Chuck & Linda Grossman, Sally & Rich Crapser, John & Courtney Wilson, Howard Coffin & Pat Hatler, Amy & Marc Demers, Island Market, Bob & Nancy Earnest , Beverly & Stephen Johnson, Chip & Vicki Emery, Peter & Theresa Kaufman, Ray & Gladdie Gilmartin, Elizabeth & Scott Lewis, Peter Klein, Chip & Vicki Emery, John & Amanda Layng, Kyle & Benson Legg, Eldon & Betts Mayer, Charles & Lynn Mills, Manny Morgan & Chris Corbet, Jim Lunt & Jeanne Mullen, Margie Pflaum, Malcolm & Sandra Rice, Scott & Janice Searway, Donna Simonetti, Onnolee & Larry Smith, Tee Taggart & Jack Turner, Toby & Stacy Webb, David and Sandra Wilson, Warren & Sue Bogle, Steven & Melanie Jakway and Diane McKenna-Yasek Teen Ce ter Friday and Satu day nights at CRC 7-10 PM Kids’ Place... Open Monday-Thursday until 4:30 PM. We offer lots of free gym time, arts and crafts, and more. Visit our website or give us a call 846-5875 for more information. ! A special THANK YOU to the many volunteers that made the CRC Summer Frolic such a huge success! And a huge thank you to all of our event sponsors: 20 th Anniversary of Polar Plunge Chili, Chowder, Soup Challenge directly following the plunge at CRC

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Fun Programs at CRC Kids' Place... Open Monday-Thursday until 4:30 PM. call 846-8712 for more information. Swim Lessons July 1-August 12 Island Trails Camps Aug 2-4 Fairies Aug 9-11 Music and Movement Aug 16-18 Pirate, Treasure Maps, Boats and Mermaids Au 23-25 Our working Waterfront an Farms Fun Programs this Month

Middle School Basketball (5-8) Monday/Wednesday 4-5:15 Basketball Basics (1-4) Mondays 3-4 Floor Hockey/Open Gym (all grades) Wednesday 3-4

Cross-Training December Trial at 6am schedule varies

Open Gym (14 and older - under 14 must have adult) Tuesday/Thursday 3:30-5pm Music Lessons by Jeanie Wester Mondays by appointment

Camp Chebeague Aug 1-5, Baseball Camp

Lost Valley Ski Program Fridays

Aug 8-12, Art Camp Lunch and Swim Tues, Wed, Thurs 11:30-4:30 PM 7/7-8/11

Adult Yoga with Becky Pellerin TBA We have lots of fun fitness programs for adults too including yoga, Kettlebell and exercise with Barbara . Check out our website for details.

Personal Training with Brian Phipps

WWW .M AINE I SLAND E NERGY . COM 207.808.3222

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Marty’s Memories: The Sweater by Marty Trower

Gladys and Albert Bennett’s variety store on Firehouse Road thrived in the summers of the 50s and early 60s. It was a good biking destination, just down the road from Bowen’s Garage, another active gathering place at the time. I remember now a trip to the store that set in motion an unexpected friendship on the island. On a soppy, gray day in my early teens my friend Maggie and I rode down to the store looking for yarn to knit sweaters. This was an ambitious undertaking prompted by too many dreary days without sunshine. I pushed hard to open the rain-swollen door, and everything inside seemed to jiggle and clang as we entered. Shelves of toiletries lined the walls, and above them, Albert’s slightly naughty illustrated jokes on wooden placards crowded the space. Next were tables and more shelves loaded with Maine souvenirs, many bearing the name “Chebeague Island,” and lots of candy and gum and small toys. We poked around the alluring offerings, cheered by the possibilities around us, until landing finally at the knitting supplies. I chose an aqua color yarn for my future sweater, and Maggie decided on black, of course. She knew it was a more grownup color and had the confidence to take it on.

Off to the side, from what may have been an alcove, we heard voices conferring at the small ice cream parlor counter. It was Jimmy Todd and Brother Toby, both large men, atop swiveling high stools discussing their latest diets. We gathered up our supplies and moving to the counter to pay for our yarn, we looked over at the “parlor.” There we spotted the tall empty parfait glasses with leaning long silver spoons in front of the dieters’ vacated places. So much for those diets! Maggie and I never got very far knitting those rainy-day sweaters. Maggie’s mother finally took hers to be finished by a professional knitter. Years later my mother found my half-knit and almost forgotten sweater in the bottom drawer of a bureau in the spare room. She suggested I might want to call longtime Chebeague summer resident and prolific knitter, Kitty Mayer. So, I did. Kitty accepted the challenge. I arrived at her home, afraid that she would remember me when she was a golf club director and I, a slothful new teenager fiddling away my days playing cards in the clubhouse instead of honing my golf skills. But instead I found her patient and helpful, and we ended up sharing our island stories. By fall, the sweater was complete and a new friendship had begun.

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Chebeague Island Library

846-4351 phone • 846-4358 fax cheblib@hotmail.com http://chebeague.chebeague.lib.me.us/winnebago/search/search.asp

Summer Hours

Happy Holidays to all the volunteers who make the Library such a vibrant part of our island community. Thank you!

Sunday & Monday

Closed

Tuesday

4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

NEW BOOKS The Book of Dust by Philip Pullman Braving the Wilderness by Brené Brown A Column of Fire by Ken Follett Dunbar by Edward St. Aubyn The Girl Who Takes an Eye for an Eye by David Lagercrantz New Movies Coming Soon!

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☛ Wireless printing is now available. Ask staff for details.

Note: Unfortunately, our online catalogue isn’t functioning. New acquisitions can be seen on our webpage. Please either call or email if you are looking for a book.

Chebeague Island Directory Corrections

GRIST, Sue & Steve Grist 21 Bluff Head Road 2906 Mother Well Ct, Herndon VA 20171 Sue sgrist@cox.net

HODGE, Paul & Avis Fleming 26 Springettes Rd 846-4819 514 Queen St, Alexandria VA 22314 571 982-3300 Paul & Avis a.p.hodge2@gmail.com

703-973-6529 703-973-6528

Steve steve.grist@cox.net

Phone Directory updates can be sent to gulldirect@hotmail.com . Please check your listing for accuracy. New edition coming out in 2018! This is the last update that will be published in the Calendar.

The town is once again issuing burn permits, and they are still available for free through Ralph or Kim Munroe and Lisa Israel or online for a cost of $7 ($2 of which goes to the town) at www.maineburnpermit.com . As quite often happens this time of year, we are experiencing extremely high fire danger days. Please be aware and follow the rules before starting any fires. All fires must be attended at all times and require a burn permit. Ralph Munroe Cell 712-3827 Ralph and Kim Munroe Home 846-4654 Lisa Israel 274-0716 Firefighter Footnotes IMPORTANT RESOURCE NUMBERS AA 24-hour Hotline.... 774 4335/800-737-6237 Al Anon/Alateen to help family/ friends of alcoholics... 284-1844/800-498-1844 NA Hotline... 800-974-0062 24-Hour Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Hotline.... 888-568-1112 Statewide Sexual Assault Crisis Hotline... 800-871-7741 Family Crisis Services... 800-537-6066

THE CHEBEAGUE ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY Monday, December 11 • 6:00–8:00 at the Parish House Potluck & Gift Swap Bring your whole family and a dish to share. Participate in the gift swap. —Limit $10 per gift—

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News from the Chebeague Island School

This school year seems to be flying by. The holiday season is just around the corner. The recent no-school days caused by the electricity loss set the normal schedule back a bit, but we are progressing ever forward. It has been a busy learning year, with many great activities and classes. Some special highlights of the year so far are as follows: September 11 K–5 Outdoor experiential learning day at Cow Island September 22 PreK–5 Field trip to Bennetts Cove for beach clean up October 5 & 6 Teachers’ Conference days at the Island Institute in Belfast October 16 PreK–5 Melon Monday Experiments with garden watermelons October 20 PreK–5 Fire safety presentations by Ginny and Joe Ballard October 25 K–5 Health screenings by the school nurse November 9 Teachers’ Workshop day aligning report cards to CIS learning targets November 17 PreK–5 Harvest Walk and breakfast November 21 PreK–5 Thanksgiving celebrated with Island Commons Some upcoming dates to note are as follows: December 13 Grade 5 Field trip to the Gulf of Maine Research Institute December 19 PreK–5 Holiday concert at the Hall December 25–January 1 PreK–5 Winter break—no school On behalf of the CISD School Committee and our entire school family, I would like to thank Chebeague Island residents for voting for the school renovation. The November 7 turnout from the community was overwhelming, and everyone at the school sends out their sincerest thanks for the support shown to this needed project.

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CPA Update

Best wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season

PLEASE SAVE THE DATE FOR TRAINING BY THE NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS “YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID” FRIDAY JANUARY 12, 2018, 9:00 to 5:00 p.m. AT THE PARISH HOUSE Fee: $60; Scholarships Available Sponsored by the Community Support Series This course is designed for first responders, parents, and community members to help them understand the warning signs of a mental health crisis in youth and young adults. We are bringing an expert from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI of Maine; www.namimaine.org) to provide the all-day training. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders. (NOTE: For teachers, the suicide awareness portion of this “Youth Mental Health First Aid [YMHFA]” training meets the state mandate for awareness, not gatekeeper. Gatekeeper is a separate training. This training provides a 3-year national, evidence-based certification for participants that can be used to earn up to 8 continuing education credits. The certificate gives 8 credit hours.) Contact: 207-749-8022 or erikagneumann@gmail.com We have been so touched by the love and support shown to our family by this island community during Pat’s Mom’s illness and recent passing. It has only reinforced our knowledge of what an amazing and thoughtful hometown we share! Thank you for all the many acts of kindness! Sincerely, Bev and Pat Murray The Mail Dear island friends,

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One Man’s Island by Bob Libby

Notices Ladies Aid: Please join us for crafty projects and camaraderie from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. each Thursday. Catholic Communion Service: A regular Catholic Communion Service will be held every Saturday at 4:00 p.m. at the church. Sew Good: Sew Good will meet December 27 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Parish House. For more information, please call Lola Armstrong (846-4737) or Karen Corson (846-0938). Classified Ads Top Shelf Cleaning and Services: Cleaning, moving cars to and from the Stone Pier or Chandlers Wharf, snowplowing and snowblowing, and winter house watching—daily, weekly, or monthly—lawn mowing, and light tractor work. For more information, call Cindy at 207-846-1055 Seasonal Rental at 13 Island View Rd: Fully equipped summer home with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and private right ofway to thewater;$900perweek plus a$300 security deposit. Contact Richard Bowen at rhbowen3@gmail.com or 207-831-6148. We have been through an eventful month on Chebeague. The world is in constant turmoil, and like it or not, we are all part of it. Forecasters warned us to expect high winds, and those winds howled all night, but then at 5:00 a.m. the power went out. At first light as we started to drive around and listened to the radio, we quickly realized that it was going to be at least a few days before the power was restored. Like many islanders we had had a generator for basic power, but we sold it at our yard sale. So, back to preelectricity roughing it. We have always heated with wood, and Paula has mastered the use of oil lamps. We had already filled the tub with water and started to assess the storm’s damage. As in the Patriots’ Day storm, huge fir trees were uprooted and fell west revealing stunted root balls, but none crushed houses. One uprooted in our front yard, and another huge tree snapped its trunk and landed inches from Dean Miller’s cottage. Again, what I learned from this event is the community spirit of Chebeague. All the volunteers stepped up, started clearing roads and setting up shelter at the Hall. One thing that changed from a decade ago is the need for recharging cell phones. At the Hall people lined up to recharge devices. Let’s realize how dependent we have become.

Personally, we have had to cope with the recent deaths of several members of our extended family. Don Munsey, Cathy Hunter, and Maureen McKuen were our neighbors on Chebeague, and their generosity to us will never be forgotten. Each one always gave of themselves willingly for the good of the community. Munsey is in the same category as Martha Hamilton, Fran Calder, and Mabel Doughty in my mind. His efforts in a thousand ways helped improve this community. We would have been hard pressed to repair the Brick House without his generous help. The first year we ran the games on the Fourth of July, Munsey provided the materials for those games while also organizing the parade. We are deeply immersed in holidays this month, but I hope everyone will join me in making a conscious effort to thank everyone who volunteers to help their neighbors and all the strangers they selflessly aid. I am truly thankful for the spirit of volunteers who go out of their way to help. Find a way to thank the many volunteers who make Chebeague so special.

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6 Coffee & soup, Hall

7 Ladies Aid, PH, 11:00-2:00

8 Dr. Redmond, Wellness Ctr; call for appt; Commons Holiday Party, 4:30-6:30

3 CIUMC Worship, 10:00

5 Gr 5 Field Trip to Gulf of ME Research Institute

Catholic Service, PH, 4:00

14 Ladies Aid, PH, 11:00-2:00

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12 Wellness Center, 9:00-11:00

13 Foot Care Clinic, Wellness Ctr, 9:00

16 CPA Holiday Party, Hall, 3:00-5:00; Catholic Service, PH, 4:00

10 CIUMC Worship, 10:00

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Coffee & soup, Hall; Dental Clinic, Wellness Ctr, 9:00 Blue Christmas Service, CIUMC, 6:00 20 27 Coffee & soup, Hall; Sew Good, PH, 1:00-5:00

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17 CIUMC Worship and Christmas Pageant, 10:00 24 Candlelight Service, CIUMC, 7:00 31 CIUMC Worship, 10:00

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FREE DENTAL CLINIC ON CHEBEAGUE! WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 20 BEGINNING AT 9:00 a.m. TEETH CLEANING, PARTIAL/DENTURE CLEANING, TEMPORARY FILLINGS!

Don’t miss this opportunity to get free dental care here on the island! By appointment only. A few openings remain. Please call 846-9034 to confirm or schedule an appointment.

Provided by Tooth Protectors Inc. Sponsored by the Chebeague Island Council

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DECEMBER 2017 CHEBEAGUE ISLAND COUNCIL CALENDAR