Business Expo at Summerfest

The Windham Economic Development Corporation’s Board of Directors has agreed to sponsor the first Lakes Region Business Expo at Windham’s Summerfest celebration on June 20.

“The Business Expo is a way for local business people to support this community event while at the same time providing an opportunity for them to meet with and speak to the thousands of area residents who attend about their products and services,” said Tom Bartell, WEDC executive director. “The WEDC encourages all Windham businesses to consider participating.”

The WEDC’s mission is to encourage economic development in Windham by supporting existing businesses, attracting new businesses to Windham, and supporting the work-force development needs of the employees in Windham.

To participate in the Lakes Region Business Expo, you can contact the Windham Summerfest Committee at 892-1905.

Dundee Park now open

Windham’s Dundee Park on the Presumpscot River is open for the spring and summer seasons. It is now open weekends and will open on daily basis starting June 15. The park passes and daily fees have been kept the same as in the 2008 season. A Windham resident pass for the season is $35. Dundee Park is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Dundee Park has plenty of picnic tables and outdoor grills, a great beach and swimming area, basketball court, a volleyball court and a small playground. For more information call the park at 893-2415.

Chicken cookout

Saturday, June 6, the Windham Land Trust will once again have a fundraiser chicken cookout at the Friends church starting at 5 p.m. and continuing until the chickens are gone. Tickets are $10. Dinner includes half a chicken, potato salad, cole slaw, roll, homemade pie and beverage. Eat in or take out. Rain date is Sunday, June 7.

Plant sale

The ladies and gentlemen of the Crossroads Garden Club of Windham will be holding their Annual Plant Sale on Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Family Resource Center (Food Pantry), 377 Gray Road on Route 202. The center is next to the police station. They hope to have a nice mixture of perennials, annuals and house plants.

Club members will be there to assist you with gardening tips and other information. The club meets monthly and travels around to visit local gardens. If you’re interested in the Garden Club, call Sandy at 892-1127. The group is always looking for new members.

Thank you

Many thanks to all who so generously donated pet food to the Windham Food Pantry on Saturday, May 30, at the Kennel Shop. Lots of cats and dogs will now be able to enjoy good, nutritious food. You’re all wonderful to be willing to give so much, especially in this economically difficult time. And thank you to the Kennel Shop for all your help. You truly made the drive a success.

Cancer support group

This group is officially called the Windham Cancer Support Group, but only because it meets in Windham. The meetings are held at the Windham Public Library’s meeting room downstairs on the last Monday of the month (except in May and December due to holidays). The hardest part for most people is to walk in the door that first time, but once they do, they always come back for more. It’s a warm and inviting group that shares stories, information, laughs and an occasional tear. Whether you’ve had cancer or know someone who does or has in the past, please come check out the group. You’ll be glad you did.

The library’s address is 217 Windham Center Road. If you have any questions, e-mail Jeanne at jeannecurtin@yahoo.com. The next meeting is Monday, June 29, from 6:30- 8 p.m.

Veterans news

Robin Shepard, state veterans advocate, will be at the Windham Veterans Center on Wednesday, June 10, from 9 to 11 a.m. He will be assisting veterans in applying for benefits. This service is free and no appointment is necessary.

Clothing needed

The Windham Food Pantry is seeking gently used clothing for boys and girls sizes 0-6 for summer wear.

Job fair

A job fair for veterans is coming up on Friday, June 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Windham Veterans Center. Large and small businesses will be represented.

Historical Society

The Windham Historical Society is now open Thursday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by appointment. There are 3 historic buildings to see: the old brick Town House and museum, the first Library and the Old Grocery, which is filled with displays from Windham’s past and the old horse-drawn hearse.

Their new Web site, www.windhamhistorical.org, has all their activities, and links to other historical sites plus cemetery records.

Marriage intentions

Marriage intentions on file in the town clerk’s office: Matthew J. Beach and Lori C. Ham, Windham.

Thought of the Week:

Something you’ve been blaming yourself for isn’t your fault.