Kicks for Kids

Standish Recreation is now accepting registration forms for its fall soccer program. The program is open to children ages 4-12.

The program for ages 6-12 focuses on instruction and recreational play, with an element of competition being introduced at the higher ages. The preseason includes instructional clinics and team practice times, and a regular game schedule for all levels begins after Labor Day. All levels play at 5:30 p.m. on week nights or Saturday mornings at either Standish Memorial Park or Johnson Field.

The cost is $30 for the first child and $25 for each additional child. The fees for ages 6-12 include a team t-shirt and a medal or trophy. Registration is open until Aug. 7. Anyone wishing to register after that date will be charged an additional fee. Registrations forms are available at the Standish Town Hall.

Annie are you Ok?

WJZF community radio station is pleased to announce the addition of Annie and the Orphans to their format. Annie and the Orphans is a popular New England musical act out of Meredith, N.H. Specializing in 1950’s and 1960’s rock and roll, the Orphans have been performing locally for 40 years.

Started by Anatole “Annie” Paquette in 1964, the band has toured from Maine to Florida and are currently regular performers on The Mount Washington Cruise ship on Lake Winnipesaukee.

In an effort to support the people’s radio station WJZF, the Orphans invited the radio station to record their live performance at the Ossipee Valley Fair for replay on the station. The performance included a special tribute to the armed forces currently serving in Iraq and concluded with the audience joining the band for a group rendition of God Bless America.

For air times, please visit http://www.wjzf.org/site/content/view/7/11. WJZF can be heard across the Lakes Region area on 97.1 FM.

BBQ for Books

The Steep Falls Library is hosting a chicken barbeque Saturday, Aug. 1, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. The menu for the fundraiser consists of: chicken, beans, salad, rolls and a variety of desserts, including pies. The food is prepared and donated by Steep Falls residents. The cost is $7 for adults and $3 for children. Kids 3 and under eat for free. There will also be door prizes, raffles, and a silent auction. All proceeds will benefit the Steep Falls Library. For more information contact Paula at 675-3132.

Volunteer

The Appointments Committee of the Standish Town Council is accepting applications for openings on the following boards and committees: Appeals Board, Historic Preservation Commission, Public Safety Committee, Special Review Board, Recycling Committee, Assessment Review Board, and Saco River Corridor Comittee. Applications can be filled out online at www.standish.org, or at the Standish Town Hall. For more information please contact Mary Chapman at 642-4678.

Friday

The Schoolhouse Performing Arts Center presents Oklahoma! The show starts at 7:30 p.m. The Schoolhouse Arts Center is located on Route 114, just north of the intersection of Routes 114 and 35, in Sebago Lake Village. Call 642-3743 for more information.

Memory Lane Music Hall is hosting a DJ for hip hop and dance night. At 8:30 p.m., patrons will get their chance to ride El Toro the mechanical bull. Doors open at 4 p.m.

Saturday

Oklahoma! at the Schoolhouse Arts Center on Route 114, just north of the intersection of Routes 114 and 35, in Sebago Lake Village, at 7:30 p.m.

Farmers Market at the Steep Falls Library on Route 113 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Flowers, veggies, baked goods crafts and more.

Dirty 3rd’s Performs at Memory Lane Music Hall on Blake Road. Doors open at 4 p.m.