Winthrop Grange Scarecrow Festival

little girl in halloween costume posing with pumpkin man
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Winthrop Grange is sponsoring a Scarecrow Contest that involves families, kids, businesses, not-for-profits, churches, etc. There is an entry fee of $5.00 per scarecrow. Entry forms are available at businesses throughout the area. Set up will take place from September 30 -October 7 at assigned locations on Main Street. Final judging takes place on October 21 during Mystic Fest. Winners will be announced on October 22, and cash prizes will be awarded.

For more information, text Dot StHilaire at 207 242-7251 or email her at Dotsthilaire7@yahoo.com.

Help Wanted!

Enterprise Grange is hosting a discussion of the eight referendum questions that will be on the ballot in November. The discussion will be held on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Secretary of State Shenna Bellows has agreed to attend and explain the voting process and speak in support of approving the first four referendum questions with a yes vote. Since Enterprise Grange is well-known for presenting both sides of issues, we’d like to continue to do so.

We are, therefore, seeking a person or person from the Richmond area who can speak authoritatively, with facts and figures, in support of a “no” vote on these questions. This is open to everyone from any area, not just Sagadahoc County. If you think you qualify, please contact Marilyn Stinson at 207-737-2611.

Willow Grange Honors Members

At a recent meeting, the following were recognized for their years of service: 

  • 25 yr. Silver certificate – Allan Roberts
  • 40 yrs. – Richard Parlin
  • 50 yrs. – Joanne Bernier, Gerard Lupien, Nancy Lupien, Deborah Willette
  • 55 yrs. – Jon Moody, Marjorie Turner
  • 60 yrs. – Norman Hunt
  • 70 yrs. – Lillian Dolloff
Sisters Deborah Willette and Joanne Bernier were presented with 50-year membership awards at Willow Grange. (Paula Roberts photo)

EP Rock at Victor Grange in Fairfield

“Elvis” will be in the building on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at Victor Grange. Victor Grange is offering a public supper from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. and a lively performance by Elvis Impersonator Don Boudreau at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 for supper and $10 for the performance ($20 for both).

Proceeds from the concert will benefit the Lafayette Cancer Center in Brewer, The Priscilla Rebekah Lodge #69, Sterling Rebekah Lodge #95, and Victor Grange #49.

Kennebec Valley Grange Take-Home Lunch

Annual Carroll Dean Memorial Agricultural Scholarship Fundraiser

October 28, 2023, 12 – 2 p.m. at the Kennebec Valley Grange, 560 Main Street, Madison, Maine, during their weekly flea market.

The menu includes Pit ham, baked beans, mac and cheese, and a variety of other casseroles, apple crisp, or pumpkin pie for $10.00. We will also have our regular pints and quarts of baked beans or dynamites for sale to go. For information, contact Diane Pinkham at 207-314-5135.

St George Grange September Public Supper

Public Supper at St. George Grange 32 Wileys Corner Road in St. George, ME, on Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 5 pm.
Enjoy lots of homemade food with Grange members, family, and friends. All welcome! We have public suppers on the second Saturday of each month until October.

MSG Convention Information

Celebrate the 150th Annual Session in Auburn

Are you making plans to attend the 150th Maine State Grange Convention? Your Communications Department has created a special page with tons of information you’ll want and need.

  • A list of important deadlines
  • A basic schedule for the two-day event
  • A link to an Information Packet that includes the form used for meal reservations
  • A list of motels in the Auburn Area
  • Answers to frequently asked questions regarding the Convention.

Note that delegates must be registered by your Subordinate or Pomona Grange Secretary. Non-delegates are welcome to attend and can speak to resolutions with the permission of the delegate body. Non-delegates do not need to register to attend! Non-delegates who intend to attend meals must make reservations by October 5, 2023

Sweet, Savory and Song at Tranquility Grange in Lincolnville

According to an article in the Penobscot Bay Pilot, Katherine Rhoda will perform at the Tranquility Grange on Saturday, August 19, 2023, as part of a fundraising event benefiting the Grange and the Lincolnville Historical Society.

The doors open at 6 p.m. for an hour of nibbling (drinks and finger foods) and chatting; Katherine will begin the program at 7 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults, $5 for those under 12, and following Grange tradition, under 4s and over 90s get in free.

Image courtesy of Katherine Rhoda

Katherine is well known in Grange Cirles for her love of Grange tunes and “heartfelt music foster authentic human connection using a marxaphone, violin-guitar, harpeleik, and more. For more information about Katherine and her music visit her website or Facebook Page. For more information about the upcoming event, see the article cited at the beginning of this post.

Tranquility Grange is located at 2177 Belfast Road in Lincolnville.