The Hawthorne Community Association welcomes everyone to its annual Strawberry Festival held June 30 from 6-8 p.m. at the historic Nathaniel Hawthorne House at the corner of Cape and Hawthorne roads in Raymond.

It is an opportunity to greet old friends and meet new ones, while enjoying fresh shortcake, hand-picked strawberries and real whipped cream.

Donation is $5 for adults, $3 for children 8 and under. RSVP by e-mail to cindasmithroy@yahoo.com or by mail to PO Box 185, South Casco, ME 04077.