Genealogy research

For those who are doing genealogy research, a new tool has become available. Windham Public Library cardholders may get a Portland Public Library card, simply by asking at the circulation desk. Once you have the card for Portland, you can go online, and access a genealogy category that provides information from Heritage Quest, including census data, PERSI data and much more. Kay Soldier, who does a great deal of this type of research, finds this new research tool invaluable.

Food Pantry

This is a reminder that the Windham Food Pantry will be closed Monday, Dec. 31. All clients should plan accordingly.

Peanuts Collection at Library

An assortment of Peanuts memorabilia from the collection of Deborah Sampson of Windham, will be on display through Jan. 25 at the Windham Public Library. Sampson was hooked on Peanuts from the first time she saw a Charlie Brown special on TV, but has only become a serious collector for about 10 years.

There is a nice assortment of memorabilia on display at the library: small Snoopy figurines, larger Snoopy stuffed animals, stickers, and a Snoopy teapot and mug among other collectibles. Children and Peanuts-lovers will especially want to stop by the library for a look at this wonderful collection. Call the library for more information or for directions, 892-1908. The Windham Public Library is located at 217 Windham Center Road, and is open 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday and Wednesday; 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday; 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Meeting

The Rebekah Lodge No. 71 will meet Jan. 2 at 7:30 p.m. in the Odd Fellows Hall. This will be Past Noble Grands Night. Shirley Atkinson is in charge of the program and Joan Labbe has the refreshments.

Happy Birthday

Falmouth Road resident Cassidy Bailey, daughter of Kevin and Melissa Bailey and big sister to Aubrey Bailey, celebrated her 5th birthday Dec. 26. There was a family party. Those attending were Nana and Papa (Mary and Bob Bouchard), Aunt Rose and Uncle Foster Burke, Mammie and Bumpa (Marcia and Will Blanchard) all of Windham. Everyone enjoyed the “Hannah Montana” cake and ice cream. She will have a party with friends later.

Health Council

There will not be a meeting of the Windham Health Council in January because of possible bad weather. The council hopes to meet in February.

Cancer Transportation Program

Road to Recovery is an American Cancer Society service program that provides cancer patients free transportation for treatments.

Transportation is provided according to the needs and available resources in the community. Road to Recovery is available for cancer patients who cannot drive themselves to treatment; who do not have insurance to cover transportation services; or who do not have family members or friends who can help with a ride. Some exceptions can be made in special situations.

Road to Recovery transportation is provided by trained volunteers who use their own vehicles to give this service. Patients must be ambulatory. If you know of a cancer patient who needs a ride to treatment, call 1-800-227-2345 (for any area in Maine) to make a referral to this valuable program.

Marriage Intentions

Marriage intentions have recently been filed with the town clerk by:

Matthew S. Reynolds, Gray Road, Windham, and Natasha A. Larrabee, Swanville, Maine.

Thought of the week:

Mistakes are just practice on the way to success!