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Chebeague Island Council Calendar

The Whalers

#12 | DECEMBER 2018

DECEMBER 2018 • Issue #12 • Chebeague Island Council Calendar

Contents From the Island Council Recompense Fund Update Notes from the Hall Island Commons News From the Town Office

The deadline for submissions for the January 2019 issue is noon on December 20, 2018. 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 20 th 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 up to 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 . 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. On the Cover Our cover this month features the Whalers! This group of talented islanders has been entertaining the community since the early 1990s, when a small group, led by Deborah Gordon, gathered to go caroling. Soon they were joined by others, and the idea of a choral group was launched. Deborah Gordon was the first music director, followed by Martha Hamilton, John Howard, and now Ben Yosua-Davis. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear beautiful music and join your family, friends, and neighbors in celebrating this island tradition. 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.

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CRC News

Notices

Classified Ads

Marty’s Memories

The Mail

CTC Update CUMC News Library News

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December Calendar

CPA News CIJS News

Publisher Chebeague Island Council

Board Members Lola Armstrong, Christine Auffant, Deborah Bowman, Kristen Dyer Buxbaum, Pam Curran, Jennifer Hackel, Deb Hall, Tammy Hoidel, Ester Knight, 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.

Graphic Design Sharkey Graphic Solutions www.sharkeygraphics.com Printing Cyber Copy www.cybercopyme.com

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Notes from the Council

The Wellness Center with Paula Favreau, 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 11 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. Missed the Flu Clinic? Not a problem! Paula has both types of flu vaccine at the Wellness Center.

’Tis the season for holiday planning along with preparing for another winter with cold nights and high fuel bills. Please remember your friends and neighbors who may be feeling the financial stress that goes with staying warm and safe and consider donating to the Island Fuel Fund. The generous support of the island community allows the Council to provide fuel assistance to anyone in need. Call Ester at 846-4178 to arrange for fast, anonymous help with all types of heating fuel. Please send your donations to the Chebeague Island Council, P.O. Box 12, Chebeague Island, ME 04017. The entire community thanks you. The new steps on the Thrift Shop are almost finished, and they look great. Thank you to Michael Darling for doing a great job and being so easy to work with! The Council is grateful to the former Grange members for allowing us to take over ownership of this lovely old building and continue the summer Thrift Shop. And thank you to Bruce Riddle for repairing the parking area and allowing the Thrift Shop customers to continue to use the old “Grange Road.” The Chedemption baggettes have been working hard sending over the last of the bags and boxes from this summer! Casco Bay Lines allows only a limited number of bags or pallets at a time, so it has taken this long to clear up the backlog. If you believe in the importance of recycling, in clean oceans, and in supporting the island nonprofits, please call Ann Thaxter and find out how you can help. The Council Board would like to wish everyone Merry Christmas and a safe, happy, and healthy New Year. See you at the Whalers Concert! The Recompense Fund annual reports are coming soon; please watch for yours in the mail. As a fund supported by many Chebeaguers for the benefit of the nonprofit community and in turn the sustainability of the island we love, the report provides information about all aspects of our activities. One of our goals is to be totally transparent, so we are showing the money we have raised; the names of our donors, especially the generous Raymond Family Foundation challenge; every grant made; our investment results; and the progress of our endowment. If you did not receive a copy, please contact recompensefund@ gmail.com . Happy Holidays to all! News from the Recompense Fund

GET YOUR FEET IN SHAPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS! Beat a path to the Wellness Center for a Special Foot Care Clinic Nail care, foot massage, skin assessment Wednesday, December 5 Foot Clinic, Wellness Ctr, 9:00-3:00 Brought to you by the Chebeague Island Council and MaineHealth Call 846-9034 to schedule your free appointment

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BROWNTAIL MOTH?

Notes from the Hall

If you are interested in a FREE ESTIMATE for treating your property for browntail moth, please contact Michele England @ Bartlett Trees to get on their schedule. Arborist Noah Tucker will be on the island January 17, 2019, to assess the infestation on your property and will email you a quote to treat your property. He will return in March to spray/inject if you wish it done. Please contact Michelle BEFORE December 17, 2018 . mengland@Bartlett.com (207) 883-3340

We are excited to welcome our newest board member! Denise Hamilton is carrying on a long tradition of having a Hamilton or two on the board! This month, we are once again teaming up with the Food Pantry to help alleviate food insecurity on the island. You are welcome to bring an item for our “Soup to Nuts” basket or make a cash donation. Part of the proceeds of our December Community Lunch will go directly to the Food Pantry. December’s lunch is sponsored by Santa’s helpers and features our famous chocolate Swiss roll for dessert! We are grateful to Ursula King for her marvelous soups in October and November and her deft kitchen skills wielded during the Community Lunch.

Thank you all for supporting our programs, and have a peaceful holiday season.

Property Maintenance

BOOK STUDY GROUP

Lawn Mowing, Bush Hogging, Wood Chipping, Stump Grinding, Brush Removal, Rototilling, Driveway Grading, Snow Removal, and more...

Sunday afternoons at 4:30 p.m. at the Library A 52-week series on spiritual formation

Everyone is invited to join in. For more information contact Gloria Brown at gjbrown58a@gmail.com or 846-3491.

Call Nathan Doughty 712-4017 or 846-4133

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Island Commons

132 Littlefield Road Chebeague Island, Maine 04017 www.islandcommons.com

Administrator, Amy Rich 207-846-5610 commons@chebeague.net

Annual HOLIDAY PARTY! F riday December 7, 4:30–6:30 p.m. Join us at The Commons to celebrate the season with great food & good cheer… don’t miss it! We’ll have a few great raffles. Bring family & friends…the party’s on us! Shoveling and navigating the ice & snow getting to be too much? Take a break and spend the winter with us at Island Commons! We have a beautiful private room with bath available for year-round or seasonal occupancy. Come for the season and enjoy winter without worry. The power never goes out at The Commons, home-cooked meals are delicious, and our friendly staff is here for you 24/7. All inquiries confidential. 846-5610 Now Hiring! CRMA, overnight shifts, up to 36 hours/full time. Call Amy Rich at 846-5610. The RED STUDIO will be open for shopping during the Holiday Party! The Red Studio will be open from 1:00 to 3:00 on December 9 and 23. On both days, grownups can leave their kids at the Studio and stop at the Commons for hot mulled cider and cookies! We will have lots of low-priced and unique gifts for this special shopping day, with free gift wrapping! This year, do all your holiday shopping on the island and benefit a great cause—Island Commons! We’ve had a facelift! Be sure to stop by and see our refurbished entry & hallways… Beat the winter blues…be an “island snow bird”

WWW .M AINE I SLAND E NERGY . COM 207.808.3222

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From the Town Office

Office Hours— We are open Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. As always, if you need assistance at other times, please don’t hesitate to call (846-3148) and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. The office will be closed December 24 and 25 in observance of Christmas. Tax Bills— The first half of the tax bill was due September 28, 2018. Interest at 8% began to accrue September 29, 2018. If you have any questions, please contact the Town Office. Dog Licenses— Please come in and license your dog. Failure to license your dog before January 31, 2019 , will result in an additional $25.00 late fee. Transfer Station Hours— The Transfer Station changed to winter hours on November 4. It is open Wednesday and Friday afternoon from 1:30 to 4:00 and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m. The Transfer Station is closed Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. Please remember that this is a pay-as-you-throw facility. RECYCLING NEWS!!— We are doing better, but ecomaine continues to charge us for contaminated materials. Contaminated items are basically garbage that gets in the wrong container. The last container we sent to ecomaine included 3 full bags of trash,

20+ empty plastic bags, styrofoam, twine, scrap metal, and packing foam. If you don’t know what items are appropriate for recycling, please ask the attendant or check the side of the recycling container for information. We do not want to be charged for contamination, please be diligent about what you place in the recycling container. DMR Public Hearing for Experimental Aquaculture Lease— The Department of Marine Resources will hold a public hearing on December 4, 2018, at the Chebeague Island Community Center at 1:30 p.m. on the application of Justin Simon for a 1.00-acre, 3-year, experimental aquaculture lease for a site located west of Little Chebeague Island, Casco Bay, Town of Chebeague Island, Maine, for suspended culture of American/Eastern oysters, sea scallops, and quahogs. At the hearing, theDepartmentwill take evidence relating to the criteria for granting a lease as listed in 12 M.R.S. 6072(7-A) and DMR Rule Chapter 2.37, including the effect of the proposed lease upon riparian owners’ shore access, navigation, fishing, ecology, and other used of the area. Thank you for your support, and remember to be kind to one another, 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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News from the Chebeague Recreation Center

(207) 846-5068 www.chebeaguerec.com • crc@chebeague.net

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Chebeague Recreation Center News www.chebeaguerec.com * crc@chebeague.net * (207) 846-5068

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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: 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

Fun Programs

The Kids’ Place Child Care Center - 207-846-8712 374 North Road, Chebeague Island, ME 04017 ~News~ Fun Programs at CRC Kids' Place... Open Monday-Thursday until 4:30 PM. call 846-8712 for more information. We would like to thank the Chebeague Fire Department for a wonderful, helpful and informative visit to KIds’ Place. Our little ones learned about fire safety and had an amazing time exploring and touring the fire engine! Swim Lessons July 1-August 12 Island Trails Camps Aug 2-4 Fairies Aug 9-11 Mus c and M vement Aug 16-18 Pirate, Treasure Maps, Boats and Mermaids Aug 23-25 Our working Waterfront and Farms Camp Chebeague Aug 1-5, Baseball Camp Aug 8-12, Art C mp Lunch and Swim Tues, Wed, Thurs 11:30-4:30 PM 7/7-8/11 We have lots of fun fitness programs for adults too including yoga, Kettlebell and exercise with Barbara . Check out our website for details. December Events Tuesday Mornings: Reading with Linda White Thursday Mornings: Reading with Jen Hamilton Friday Mornings: Reading buddies with K-2 class at Chebeague Island School

Save The Date Saturday 12/15 Mall Crawl, Holiday Shopping Depart 10:00 a.m. - Return 6:30 p.m. **Sign up by Wednesday 12/12** Holiday Party, Yankee Swap to follow at CRC 7:00–10:00 p.m.

Kids' Place. Open Monday-Thursday call 846-8712 for more i Swim Less July 1-August Island Trails C Aug 2-4 Fairi Aug 9-11 Music and Aug 16-18 Pirate, Treasure Mermaids Aug 23-25 Our working Wat

Lost Valley Ski Program REGISTRATION DEADLINE Dec 15, 2018 lostvalleyski.com/chebeague.html

Camp Chebe Aug 1-5, Baseball Aug 8-12, Art C Lunch and S Tues, Wed, Thurs 11:3 7/7-8/11

Fitness Center The TV is now fully operating with access to 120 channels. We also added a Poland Spring water cooler to make your workouts more enjoyable. We welcome all comments and suggestions ( crc@chebeague.net ) that will make your fitness center experience safer and more pleasurable. Thank you, CRC

We have lots of fun fitness programs f yoga, Kettlebell and exercise with B website for detai

Contact Jane for all your real estate needs! www.chebeaguerealestate.com Jane Leonard|207.831.9951|Jane@homesinmaine.com The Common at 88 Middle St, Portland, ME

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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northeast Real Estate 208 U.S. Rt. One Suite 2, Freeport, ME 04032 207-869-5173 On-Chebeague Agent, Specs Eaton – cell 207-491-5150 specseaton@gmail.com “Quality Real Estate Practice Becomes Great Community Service” 33 Bluff Head Road, Chebeague Island $459,500 New Price MLS #1312731 Sited high above a beautiful west-facing sandy beach with moorings, 33 Bluff Head offers enchanting water and neighboring island views from its sun deck, sunroom, kitchen, living room, or bedroom. Featuring floor-to-ceiling fieldstone wood-burning fireplaces and stoves in both the living and family room, a sunny yard with cottage gardens, and a stairway that descends onto the beach, this year-round home has much to offer. Priced attractively below bank-appraised value. Includes a 4WD Honda Element. Many furnishings negotiable. North Road building lot, Chebeague Island $89,900 MLS #1362057

Nicely wooded, gradually sloping, buildable lot with an approved 4-bedroom septic design. Land also has a small year-round freshwater pond that serves the area deer. Lot has 150 feet on the paved, town-maintained North Road. Its gravel-based subsoil and ample topsoil create an ideal lot for building. Just around the corner from Chebeague's Recreation Center with pool and tennis/basketball courts.

1.5 surveyed acres. Frontage on 2 roads. Septic area located and approved on this lot. Well located for access to all island amenities—golf, tennis, beaches, store, library, school, Rec Center, town office, and boatyard. Purchasing a buildable lot is a good, cost-effective way to grow your personal “Chebeague Island plan.” Building lot, Corner of North Road & Carter’s Point Road, Chebeague Island $74,500 MLS #1363705

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 of way to the water; $900 per week plus a $300 security deposit. Contact Richard Bowen at rhbowen3@gmail.com or 207-831-6148. Notices LadiesAid: 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 26 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). Starting in January, Sew Good will meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.

Sew Good is changing its schedule:

Starting in January, we will meet the second (2nd) and fourth (4 th ) Wednesday of each month from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Parish Hous e. So if you have a sewing project, bring it with you. Enjoy a lovely cup of soup at the Hall, then swing by the Parish House for an afternoon of sewing fellowship. Questions? Call: Lola Armstrong (846-4737) or Karen Corson (846-0938) Guatemala Book Bags In January, Sew Good will be making book bags for our team to take with them on their trip to Guatemala in February. We will start Tuesday January 1 at 1:00 p.m. at the Parish House. So bring your New Year joy, and join us for the fun of making these needed treasures. You don’t need to sew; there’s cutting and ironing, etc. The project will continue at Sew Goods regular get together, now on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday, of the month from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Parish House. For more information, call Lola Armstrong (846-4737) or Karen Corson (846-0938)

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Marty’s Memories: Dogs on the Island by Marty Trower

T he best thing about having a dog, of course, is that it gets you out and moving—and enjoying—even when you think you’re not going to like it. Sometimes it’s hard, though, like Fall Back and Spring Ahead times. I’ve noticed that dogs are so patterned that when the time changes and it’s their time to go out, they won’t take no for an answer, and your logical explanation for not going now sounds like gibberish to them.They pester on, until you get going and take them anyway, even though it’s inconvenient. Then again, I never regret being talked into those walks unless the weather is painful or I have an injured walking appendage as I do now, so I just go slower. I never plug anything into my ears because what I hear along the way is fascinating. Without car noises, subtle bird sounds come across and train whistles, far off across the water, let you know that there is fast travel somewhere, but not where you are roving. My dormant thoughts get an airing too. I let myself think about the people we have lost over this year and find I have enough memories to keep me company for miles. This is solace. The second-best thing about having a dog is that they provide you with many loving and entertaining memories. In fact, some make me laugh out loud, even though I’m alone. For instance, one day, walking back toward the east end, around the bend where you could go down to Springette’s beach, I was suddenly accosted by a time when, right here, years ago, Maggie and I were walking home from the village. It was summertime, before our teenage years, when we liked to be seen walking but were choosy about who we accepted rides from.

Eleanor Johnson’s car slowed, and she asked us if we wanted a ride. She was a neighbor of ours, our friend Stevie Johnson’s mother, so she was going our way. No, we said, we are out walking, but thanks anyway. She drove on just a bit, then slowed and stopped the car. She leaned over and opened the passenger door.We saw the Todd family’s liver and white springer spaniel looking up at her. “Biscuit, you want a ride home?” Eleanor called out. Biscuit looked up ahead then back at her and hopped in the car; the door slammed and off they went. Maggie and I stopped, amazed, smiling and saying, “Oh my, oh, only on Chebeague!” The members of the Chebeague Ladies Aid would like to thank everyone who joined us at our Christmas Fair on Saturday November 17. We hope a great time was had by all. With your help, we can look forward to assisting the church and other island nonprofits. And now back to sewing, knitting, and crafting. Come join us on Thursdays at the Parish House. Jane Frizzell, President The Mail Thank you from the Ladies Aid

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December 2018

CHEBEAGUE TRANSPORTATION COMPANY What’s New at CTC? Holiday Schedule Christmas and New Year’s Day

Free Boat Days December 8th and December 15th . Ride the ferry for free and finish your Christmas shopping! Snow Removal Services John Wilkinson, CTC bus driver, is offering personal snow removal services at both the Route One and Cousins Island lots. If you would like to have your vehicle cleaned off after a storm, John can help! If you are interested, call John at 671-8305 for more information about his services. Receiving texts/emails when a CTC service is cancelled... Customers wishing to receive a cancella- tion update via email or text should register on the can- cellation page of the CTC website.

Annual Parking Permits

Bus Leaves Route One 7:45 AM 9:45 AM 11:45 AM 4:30 PM 6:00 PM

Ferry Leaves Chebeague

Ferry Leaves Cousins

Business Office: (207) 846-5227/846-3700 16 North Road, PO Box 27 Chebeague Island, ME 04017 chebeaguetrans@gmail.com chebeaguetrans.com Route One parking customers should park on Cousins Is- land if the bus has been cancelled but the ferry is still running. Vehicles should be returned to Route One as soon as possi- ble. We will mail the 2019 permits in mid- December. Please remember to affix your permit to the bottom driver’s side of your windshield by early January. We expect many more applications than available spaces for the Cousins Island lot. Those who applied for Cousins but did not receive a permit will be issued a Route One permit. Appropriate refunds will be issued. When the Bus is Cancelled…..

8:00 AM 10:00 AM

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Service Cancellation

While CTC recognizes that many people rely on our service to get to school or work, we must always consider safety first. Please re- view our policies below and use one of our communication chan- nels to stay informed about ser- vice interruptions. Bus Service: If school is can- celled in Yarmouth, the first bus of the day is automatically can- celled. There will not be a notice of this trip’s cancellation. Any other trip cancellations will be communicated as soon as possible. Ferry Service: When making a decision to cancel a boat trip, we will consider not only the ability of the boat to run in the storm, but also our passengers’ ability to safely board the boat. Therefore, conditions where the wharves, ramps, and/or floats are un- safe will result in a ferry trip cancellation . This would include; high winds making the floats rock

dangerously (usually at Cousins), storm surges that put the top of the Stone Wharf under water, and excessive ice and/or snow on ramps, floats, or wharves. When adverse weather conditions force CTC to consider cancelling a ferry and/or bus trip, the company will make every effort to notify our customers as soon as possible. As soon as the decision is made, the information will be posted to the CTC’s website and Facebook page. An email will also be sent to Chebeague.org for posting. Emails and texts will be sent to those who registered on our web- site to receive notification. CTC intends to make the decision as soon as possible and post it at least 60 minutes before the sched- uled trip whenever possible. Safety First!!

Employee Birthdays

Bo Ramsey—12/3

Have a good one!

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Chebeague United Methodist Church News

Contact us at chebeagueislandumc@gmail.com or at 207.846.6987 www.chebeagueumc.org

Aaron the Allergic Shepherd: Children’s Christmas Musical on December 23 at 10:00 a.m.— This musical is open to children of all ages, with speaking roles available for kids ages 8 to 12. Rehearsals are Sundays after worship on December 2, 9, 16, and Saturday December 22. Have questions? Want to RSVP for your child or help out, especially with costume and set design? Contact Ben at ben.yosuadavis@gmail.com . Christmas Poinsettias— This year, we’re decorating our sanctuary space with poinsettias! Much like we do with our Easter flowers, poinsettias can be given in honor or memory of someone. Poinsettias can be dropped off throughout the month of December. To include your submission, please contact the office (846-6987 or chebeagueislandumc@gmail.com ) or leave a note with your poinsettia. Slips will be available in the sanctuary and Parish House. Parent Support Group— To continue to walk with our island community and our children in this challenging time, CUMC is hosting a Parent Support Group for parents, caregivers, and community members to give and receive support to one another.The next meeting is scheduled for Sunday December 9 from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. Child care and light refreshments will be provided at the Parish House. For questions, email Melissa at ml.yosuadavis@gmail.com .

Cookie Decorating & Holiday Movie Night with Popcorn & Pizza, December 15 5:00–8:00 p.m.— This event is for our island youth (more details to come!) Come in your favorite PJs, help us decorate cookies, and watch a Christmas movie together in the Parish House. We’ll have enough cookies for kids to take home and share with others. Christmas Worship Services: Save these dates to celebrate Christmas with your friends and neighbors at CUMC: Friday December 21 at 6:00 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. Monday December 24 at 7:00 p.m.— Share our traditional Christmas Eve Candlelight Service.We remember the story of Jesus’ birth, sing carols, and share the light of Christ with one another. Online Giving— As you look at year-end giving, prayerfully consider adding CUMC to your list.We fund our ministries primarily through your gifts. Visit our website ( http://www.chebeagueumc.org/donate.html )

Vision: To be a people of diverse traditions who welcome, worship, serve, and find joy together. Mission: To know and work with our neighbors near and far as we grow in God’s love together. Values:

Sundays Bible Study, 9:00 a.m., PH Sunday School, 9:45 a.m., PH Worship, 10:00 a.m. Youth Choir, 11:15 a.m. Wednesdays

Thursdays Office Hours, 10:00–1:00 p.m., PH Ladies Aid, 11:00 a.m., PH Choir Rehearsal, 7:00 p.m., PH Fridays Cribbage, 7:00 p.m., PH Saturdays Catholic Communion, 4:00 p.m.

Sew Good, 4 th Wed, 1:00–5:00 p.m., PH

Community Fellowship Rootedness Creativity Inclusivity Innovation

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.

Chebeague Island Library

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

Winter Hours

New Books Bitter Orange by Claire Fuller • Bound for Gold by William Martin The Clockmaker’s Daughter by Kate Morton • Educated by Tara Westover Gone So Long by Andre Dubus III • The Heavens Might Crack by Jason Sokol Leadership in Turbulent Times by Doris Kearns • Goodwin Past Tense by Lee Child New Movies The Meg • Deadpool 2 • Tree of Life • Solo: A Star Wars Story

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.

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Need Christmas gifts? Island Directories are available for $14.00; Tech Kits for $12.00; Library Gull magnets for $1.00; Stylus Pens for $2.00.We also have books by local authors: Mary Cushman, Ron Formisano, and Sheila Jordan. All used books and movies are $1.00. If you have a correction or are new to Chebeague and want to be listed in the directory, please email gulldirect@hotmail.com

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DECEMBER 2018

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Sat 1 Catholic Service, CUMC, 4:00

2 CUMC Worship, 10:00 Book Study Group, CIL, 4:30

3 CIHS Potluck Holiday Party, PH, 6:00-8:00

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5 Coffee & soup, Hall Foot Care Clinic, Wellness Ctr, 9:00-11:30

6 Ladies Aid, PH, 11:00 7 Commons Holiday Party, IC, 4:30-6:30

8 Free Boat Day Catholic Service, CUMC, 4:00 Whalers, Hall, 7:00

9 CUMC Worship, 10:00 Red Studio, IC, 1:00-3:00 Book Study Group, CIL, 4:30

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11 Wellness Center, 9:00-11:30; walk-in service Planning Board, CRC, 7:00

12 Coffee & soup, Hall Board of Selectmen, Hall, 6:00

13 Ladies Aid, PH, 11:00

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15 Free Boat Day Mall Crawl, CRC, 10:00-6:30 Catholic Service, CUMC, 4:00 Cookie Decorating & Movie, PH, 5:00 Holiday Party, CRC, 7:00-10:00

16 CUMC Worship, 10:00 Book Study Group, CIL, 4:30

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19 Community Lunch, Hall, noon

20 Ladies Aid, PH, 11:00

21 Blue Christmas Service, CUMC, 6:00

22 Catholic Service, CUMC, 4:00

23 CUMC Worship and Kids’ Musical, 10:00 Red Studio, IC, 1:00-3:00 Book Study Group, CIL, 4:30 30 CUMC Worship, 10:00 Book Study Group, CIL, 4:30

24 Candlelight Service, CUMC, 7:00

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26 Sew Good, PH, 1:00-5:00

27 Ladies Aid, PH, 11:00

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29 Catholic Service, CUMC, 4:00

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Best wishes to all for good health, happiness, and prosperity in the New Year!

THE CHEBEAGUE ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY Monday, December 3 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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DECEMBER 2018 CHEBEAGUE ISLAND COUNCIL CALENDAR