Wood walk

A special treat for my generation in Windham was going out to the woods behind the house, when the moon was full. It was almost magical – and we took it for granted, never giving a thought to the future and that there would be a time when this simple country event would be a part of history. Today, there are few places where the “woods” are plentiful and open to all.

Windham Land Trust will offer this magical experience to all on Saturday, Jan. 15, and Friday, Feb. 18, at the Black Brook Preserve. The land trust is hosting night walks in the preserve under the light of a nearly full moon. Walk with friends and neighbors in the crisp night air and hear the woods on a winter night. Individuals, couples, families and dogs are all welcome. Dress warm and bring snowshoes if needed. Hikes start at 7 p.m. and take a little over an hour. Meet at the entrance to Black Brook on Windham Center Road. Call Dennis Hawkes, 892-5537, or e-mail through the WLT website with any questions.

Bean supper

Cornerstone Assembly of God, Cottage Road, Windham, is hosting a bean supper on Saturday, Jan. 15, from 5-6:30 p.m. The menu includes a variety of beans, salads, casseroles, breads, rolls and plenty of homemade desserts. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children 6-12, free for under 6. For more information, call 892-5980.

Cancer support group

Windham Cancer Support Group will meet on Monday, Jan. 31, at 6:30 p.m. at Windham Public Library. This month, Rev. Higgins of St. Ann’s Episcopal Church will speak on “Control of the Illness–who is ultimately in control–the illness or us?” The meetings are open to anyone who has been touched by cancer in any way. For more information, call 892-7750.

Starting the New Year right!

Keith Williams and Sally Breen held a New Year’s Eve party where they burned the paid-off mortgage for their home. Fifteen guests joined in the celebration.

Concert benefits ?arts program

On Sunday, Jan. 30, at 2 p.m., Windham Primary School presents Rick Charette in concert with Roy Clark on keyboards, at Windham Performing Arts Center. Profits from the concert will benefit cultural arts programs at WPS. Reserved seating on the floor is $8; reserved raised, back seating, $5. Reservations may be made through Nancy Cash-Cobb (music teacher) at ncash-cobb@rsu14.org or by calling 892-1840 and leaving a message. Seats will be reserved in the order that requests are received. Tickets will be sent as soon as payment is received. To make a reservation, please leave your name, number of floor seats or back seats, with your phone number or e-mail address. Special seating requests must be included when making the reservation. Snow date is Feb. 6.

Women veterans survey

The American Legion is embarking on several strategic initiatives to assess the challenges, needs and opportunities for women veterans with health care and other benefits delivered through the Department of Veterans Affairs. Additionally, the research seeks to determine the factors driving women veterans’ decision to use the VA system as opposed to other private or public health care systems.

If you are a woman veteran, help provide input and insight via a survey titled “The American Legion Women’s Veterans Survey.” The survey will be facilitated by a survey technology that is external to The American Legion to ensure anonymity. To take the survey, click on https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/Women_Vet_Survey. Please complete the survey no later than close of business Monday, Jan. 31. (Information received from Verna Jones, director, The American Legion National Veterans Affairs and Rehabilitation Commission.)

Senior shopping van

You must call ahead for the Parks & Recreation Department’s popular weekly “Senior Shopping” trip to North Windham for senior citizens. To reserve a place, you must call by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday for a ride on Wednesday’s trip. The cost is $3. Call 892-1905 for reservations and more information.

Chili cook-off

Mark your calendar for Feb. 5 when Eat Well – Grow Local Chili Cook-off will be held to benefit the Windham Community Garden located on Route 202. If your interest lies in cooking, especially chili, then please contact Rob Juergens at 807-5675 for more information or to get an application. For those of you who would rather tempt your palate with these great recipes, the chili challenge will take place at the North Windham Union Church Parish Hall on Saturday, Feb. 5, from 2 to 7 p.m. Bring your family, bring your friends and have a great time for a minimal cost.

Monday meals

Food & Fellowship Inc. began in 1999 with a mission to provide hot meals to people living in Windham and surrounding communities in the Lakes Region. On Monday nights, free “Monday Meals” are served to anyone who would like a hot, nutritious meal. On the first and second Mondays, the site is Windham Assembly of God, 1051 Roosevelt Trail (Route 302); on the third and fourth Mondays, meals are served at Windham Hill United Church of Christ, 140 Windham Center Road and on the occasional fifth Monday, the table is set at Standish Congregational Church, 25 Oak Hill Road in Standish.

Free community supper every Monday.