Flu clinic Jan. 19

Home Health Visiting Nurses will hold a flu shot clinic in the Windham Town Hall gym on Tuesday, Jan. 19, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Seasonal, H1N1, pneumonia and pediatric vaccines will be available for a fee or with an insurance card, as most carriers are covered. For more information, contact Home Health Visiting Nurses, 1-866-255-8744.

Snowshoe hike

On Friday, Jan. 22, Windham Parks and Recreation Department will host a snowshoe hike at Lowell Preserve on Falmouth Road in East Windham. This hour-and-a-half hike will start at 9 a.m. at the parking area of the East Windham Fire Station. The event is part of the Easy Adventures for adults 50 and over series. The cost is $5 per person which includes the snowshoes and snacks. Space is limited, so register early by contacting the department at 892-1905.

Adult Education brochure ready

The Windham/Raymond Adult Education Winter/Spring 2010 brochure is now available in hard copy and online at www.windham.maineadulted.org. For more information, contact 892-1819.

Adopt a hydrant

Fire Chief Charlie Hammond has a great idea that would benefit us all: “We would like to initiate an ‘Adopt A Hydrant’ program for residents who may live close to one of the community’s fire hydrants. In the past there have been over 25 of the fire hydrants that were kept cleared of snow by Windham residents. While it is not your responsibility to do so, you could perform a valuable public service, if while clearing your driveways, and walkways, you would take a few minutes more, and remove the snow from the closest hydrant to your home. For high school students this might be a Community Service Project.

“Also, if you happen to live close to an elderly, or a disabled neighbor, perhaps you, or one of your older children, might be interested in clearing a hydrant near their home as well. If you haven’t done so before, please take a moment to locate the hydrant closest to your home, and decide whether or not you might be able to assist your local firefighters by keeping that hydrant clear of snow.

“Should you decide to participate in this program, please contact the Fire Chief’s Office (892-1911) to advise us of this fact, because we hope to publicly recognize everyone who is able to help us in this effort, at the end of the winter season. We will keep a list of hydrants that are adopted and the individuals that participate in the ‘Adopt A Hydrant Program.’

“And if, for any reason, you are not able to help us at this time, then please be careful not to bury your hydrant in snow, when your driveway or walkway is being cleared.”

Bigger closet

The newly renovated Windham Clothes Closet is open Fridays from 10 a.m. until noon for Windham residents and residents of neighboring towns. It is located in the lower level of the Human Resources building on Route 202, across from Friends Church. The new entrance is around the building and on the lower level at the back door. Donations are being accepted and now may be left at the back of the building. All items in the Clothes Closet are free.

Save when you can!

Want to save some money? North Windham Union Church runs a thrift shop downstairs in the church building on Route 302, North Windham. Everything is very neatly organized and reasonably priced. Hours are Saturday 10 a.m. to noon, Wednesday and Thursday from 1-3 p.m.

Event to benefit high school groups

The Winds of Change community party is scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 16, beginning at noon at the corner of Nash Road and Route 302, at the quarry. Several bands, a snowmobile stunt show and fireworks are promised. Donation is $10 for adults, $5 for 18 and under. This is a family event and will include Rick Charette and the Bubblegum Band, horse drawn carriage rides, a bonfire, magicians, ice skating, food and snow sculptures. Proceeds will benefit Project Graduation, sports teams and clubs. For more information, visit www.partyforwindham.com.

Tea at the library

Take a break and stop in for afternoon tea at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 26, at the Windham Public Library on Windham Center Road. Everyone is welcome and there is no charge. For information, call Barbara at 892-1908.

Civil War program

Windham Historical Society is presenting a program at the public library on Saturday, Jan. 23, at 9:30 a.m. about the Civil War and the role of the cavalry. The public is welcome. There is no fee but donations to the society (tax exempt) are welcomed. Reservations would be appreciated. Please e-mail Kay at kso48@aol.com or call Izzy at 892-8104 – we need to know how many chairs to set up.

News, please

We know a lot of people in Windham, but we don’t know all the news. When your group or church or family has an event worth talking about – let us know! All nonprofit organizations can list their meetings here – but please adhere to the deadline.