Well read

In celebration of Read Across America and Dr. Seuss’ birthday in March, fourth-grade students from Cathie Bunk’s and Christine Hesler’s class at George E. Jack School in Standish presented a short program at Gorham House.

The students serenaded the residents of Gorham House with several songs including “I Think You’re Wonderful,” “This Land is Your Land” and “America.” They then read to residents and members of the Gorham Preschool, housed at Gorham House, sharing books by Dr. Suess and stories written by the students themselves.

“The community atmosphere during partner reading felt precious to all involved and listening. Everyone thought ‘This is what life really is – children reading and interacting with others’,” said Bunk.

Get vaccinated

The Standish Animal Control Officer along with Standish Veterinary Hospital is holding rabies Clinic April 14, from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Sebago Lake Congregational Church on Route 35 in Sebago Lake Village.

The cost is $8 per pet, cash only. Vaccines will be given by a veterinarian from Standish Veterinary Hospital. They ask that you bring your last rabies vaccination certificate and for the safety reasons, please have your dogs on leashes and your cats in carriers. For more information or questions please call 642-4343.

Kids Night

The athletics department at Saint Joseph’s College is pleased to offer its Kids Night Out program Saturday, April 12, at the Alfond Recreation Center on campus.

The event, open to children ages 7-13, sponsors games, movies, swimming, arts & crafts and sports. The program goes from 5:30-9 p.m. The price will be $9 per child and $6 for each additional child from the same family. No pre-registration is necessary.

This is last Kids Night Out of the season. For more information, call 893-7723.

Help a scholar

The Limington Extension is sponsoring a spring indoor yard sale to raise funds for numerous scholarships for college-bound Bonny Eagle High School students.

The yard sale will be held Saturday, April 12, from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., inside the Limington Town Hall, on Route 11. There will be hundreds of new and used goods including; appliances, clothing, candy, and household items. For more information please call Karen at 642-3508.

Recreation, Standish style

Register now and invite your family members to join you on a bus trip to the New England Aquarium in Boston on April 26, hosted by Standish Recreation.

In addition to all of the usual aquarium attractions, you will also have the opportunity to take in an educational movie at the Simons IMAX Theatre which houses a giant 65 feet by 85 feet screen that is taller than a six-story building!

The bus departs from Standish Town Hall at 7:30 a.m. and returns at 6:30 p.m. The trip costs $35 for Standish residents and $40 for non-residents. The fee includes transportation and admission to aquarium. It is $4 additional per person for IMAX with a minimum group size of 10 people. To see what will be showing at the IMAX on that day, visit www.neaq.org/index.htm. You must pre-register for this trip at 642-2875 or visit www.standish.org

The Scene

Friday

Standish recreation is hosting their monthly movie night for pre-school age toddlers Friday, April 11, at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at the Standish Municipal Center. Admission is free and the concession stand will be open. Popcorn refills are free. Parents are required to stay with children. Please bring a blanket and pillows to sit on. For more information contact Brett Levin at 642-2875

Memory Lane Music Hall welcomes Walkin’ the Tightrope, a Stevie Ray Vaughan Tribute band. Doors open at 4 p.m.

Saturday

The Standish Sno-seekers are hosting a benefit dance at the Naples American Legion on Route 11 from 8 p.m. to midnight. The Easy Money Band will be performing. Tickets are $12 per person. To purchase tickets in advance contact Suzi at 310-8395.

Memory Lane Music Hall welcomes the band Illusion. Doors open at 4 p.m.

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