Duplicate bridge
OXFORD — Oxford Hills Duplicate Bridge Club met Oct. 21 in the Rec. Building, where a 6 1/2 table Howell movement was enjoyed.
Finishing first in flight A were Rosemarie Goodwin (Lewiston) and Luke Merry (New Gloucester), second were Cathy Sanderson (Bridgton) and Pete Cummings (South Paris) who also were first in flight B. Third were Nancy Farmer (Norway) and Marta Clements (Woodstock), who also were second in flight B.
Finishing third in flight B were Jim Dickens (Naples) and Dave Kallander (Harrison).
Finishing first in flight C were Marlee Turner (Casco) and Karen MacNeill (Casco), second were Jim Krainin (Naples) and Milt McKeen Jr. (Bridgton), third were Hank Sakrison (Poland) and Denny Raymond (Waterford).
Games are held every Friday at 9:15 a.m. in the Rec Building on King Street. A partner is guaranteed. All bridge players are invited. For information, call Les Buzzell at 783-4153 or 754-9153 or email at buzz116@myfairpoint.net.
Bayberry fair
HARRISON — The Bolsters Mills Ladies Guild will hold its annual Bayberry Craft Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at the Bolsters Mills United Methodist Church on Bolsters Mills Road.
There will be exceptional artisans and crafters with a gifted fiber spinner who spins different and colorful yarns; a chocolatier making homemade chocolates, jellies, jams and other treats; a knitter with unusual and beautifully knitted items ranging from hats and mittens to shawls, handbags and more; a couple of jewelry makers with their own styles; handmade wooden toys; and creative ribbon necklaces, to mention only a few. Oxford Hills’ well-known photographer, Robin Priest, will be there with her creative photos and gift items. There will be craft tables upstairs and downstairs. Look for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas crafts and baked goods including homemade pies.
Refreshments and lunch will be served throughout the fair, with proceeds benefiting the church’s Camp Mechuwana Scholarship fund.
Boiled dinner
HEBRON — Hebron Community Church will hold a New England boiled dinner from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at 45 Station Road.
The menu consists of ham, potatoes, carrots, turnip, beets, onions and dessert. The cost is $7 for adults, $3 for 5-10 years of age, free for under 5.
All proceeds will benefit local ministries.
Free pancakes
NORWAY — A free pancake breakfast will be held from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, at Second Congregational Church at the corner of Paris and Main streets. While the breakfast is free, there will be UNICEF boxes for those who would like to make a donation.
Trick or Treat for UNICEF begin in 1950 when Rev. Clyde Allison and his wife Mary Emma wanted a way to make Halloween more meaningful for children by collecting a ‘treat’ for themselves as well as one for children in other countries. More than 61 years later, they have raised more than $160 million as one of UNICEF’s most recognizable campaigns.
As an open and affirming congregation, the church welcomes all to join in fellowship. Worship and church school is held Sundays at 10 a.m. For information, call the church office at 743-2290 or visit www.seconch.com.
Worship leader
PARIS — The Rev. Richard Trudeau will be the worship leader at 10 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, at the First Universalist Church, 36 Pine St., South Paris. Trudeau is the founder of the New Massachusetts Universalist Convention and author of the recently published book, “Universalism 101.” Forest Perkins will lead the music. Rene Wales will direct the Sunday School. The Coffee Hour will follow in Good Cheer Hall. Child care is provided.
Halloween party
BRIDGTON — Bridgton’s annual Halloween Party will be held from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31, at the Old Town Hall building at 26 North High St. Those interested in volunteering should contact Tom Tash at 647-8786.
Trick or treat
NORWAY — Norway Rehab and Living Center at 29 Marion Ave. will host their annual Community Trick or Treat and Haunted Graveyard from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31. For more information call 743-7075.
Treats at library
WATERFORD — The Waterford Library will welcome young trick or treat visitors from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31.
Food pantry
OTISFIELD — The Food Pantry will be open from from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Spurrs Corner Church, Route 121. The pantry is open the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 10 a.m. to noon, and the second Monday evening of each month from 5 to 7 p.m. For more information, call 583-4780 or 627-4329.
Knitters meet
PARIS — The Western Maine knitting guild will meet at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at the First Congregational Church. Attendees are asked to bring purple baby hats. There will also be an auction. For further details call Gloria at 743-7677.
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