Auditions
Windham Center Stage Theater is holding open call auditions for children in grades 3-8 (range) for “Suessical”, on Thursday, June 23 from 5-8 p.m. in the Windham High School Chorus room. Casting will be held for six or seven roles for Who’s and Jo Jo. Please go to the website, www.windhamtheater.org for more information on requirements (sing “Solla Solew” and a monologue to be prepared. Note that this is not a WCST children’s show and will not be casting all who audition. Rehearsals will primarily be Mondays, Tuesdays and some Saturdays. Show dates are Aug. 12-14 and 19-21. Audition times will be assigned via e-mail. Directed by Rob Juergens, musical direction by Patrick Martin and choreography by Ashley Christy.
Business news
Todd M. Abbotoni of Windham has joined Gorham Savings Bank as their newest vice president and commercial loan officer. Abbotoni was formerly with TD Bank for 18 years working in various roles in Commercial Services and spent the last six years working as a commercial lender.
Library notes
Our public library is always busy – and especially in the summer! People of all ages gather at our library. One popular event is the Library Tea, which always has a theme. Join others on Tuesday, June 28 in the meeting room at 1:30 p.m., for goodies, tea and conversation with others. For more information, call Barbara or Laurel at 892-1908.
The 2011 Summer Reading Program for Children, Adults and Teens is getting underway. This year’s themes are One World, Many Stories (Children), Novel Destinations (Adult) and You Are Here (Teens). Stop by the library and pick up a schedule of special programs, crafts, and book discussions, or call 892-1908 for more information.
There is a special family event “SPIN, BOOM, POP!” on Wednesday, June 29, at 1 p.m. by Mad Science. This event is sponsored by Cornerstones of Science through a grant from ThermoFisher Scientific.
The next book group meeting is on Tuesday, June 28, at 6:15 p.m. This month is a Readers’ Choice: Read any multicultural book and come to the meeting ready to share a little about the book.
Cancer support
Windham Cancer Support Group meets on Monday, June 27, at 6:30 p.m. at the Windham Public Library. Guest speaker will be Nicole Heannsler from Maine American Cancer Society (Cumberland and York counties). There will be a question and answer period. Meetings are open to anyone who has been touched by cancer in any way. For directions or more information, call 892-7750. Visit the website, http://windhamcancersupport.webs.com.
Getting dressed 150 years ago
We all like to look at those old photos – you know, the ones where the women had long, full skirts and fancy shawls. How quaint they are! On Monday, July 18, visitors to Windham Historical Society will learn first-hand, just how involved it was to get to look “picture perfect.” Special guest Carolyn Lawson, an expert in the area of Civil War-era fashion, will show us all just what goes on before the dress! Mark the date on your calendar and be at the Society headquarters, in the old brick town house on Windham Center Road, at 7 p.m. sharp! There is no charge, but donations are welcome.
Summer clothes needed
The Food Pantry/Clothes Closet is in need of gently used washed clothing for all ages for the summer months. When you are cleaning out your closets this summer and find fall items, think of the Clothes Closet and start saving for the needs of others. The Clothes Closet appreciates the kindness of the community. Call 892-1931 if you have any questions.
Class of 1971 Reunion
Windham High School Class of 1971 will hold their 40th reunion on Saturday, July 9, beginning at 10 a.m. with coffee, refreshments and pontoon boat ride on Little Sebago. In the afternoon, golf is planned – contact Dave Rogers, 892-4295 or Rogd@aol.com. In the evening, meet at Fireside Inn (formerly Holiday Inn West), Riverside Street, Portland from 6-11 p.m. for a cash bar, buffet with prime rib, salmon and roast turkey – and dance to the Class of 71’s own band, to music of the 60s and 70s. A 50/50 raffle will be held. The evening’s cost is $35 per person. For more information, contact Barbara Bowden Graves, 892-6033 or Susan Lunt Simonson, ssimons1@rr.com. Special note to the classes of 1970 and 1972 – you are invited, also.
Help for veterans
Veterans Service Officer Phyllis D’Orsay is available on the second and fourth Wednesdays, from 9 a.m. until noon, at Windham Veterans Center. Look for her next on July 13. She can assist widows of veterans, dependents and of course, veterans. If you have questions of a military nature, stop in and get some answers. The Veterans Center is off Route 302, on Memorial Drive, between Evergreen Credit Union and Friendly’s. Follow Memorial Drive all the way to the Veterans Center – to the right of Home Depot – a dirt, town road. No appointment necessary.
Holiday hours
Because of the July 4 holiday on Monday, the Food Pantry will be closed on Independence Day but open on Monday, July 11 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Senior citizens may come from 10:30 a.m. to noon. The Pantry has bags of food available if there is an immediate need, but fresh fruits and vegetables are available on Mondays only. Call 892-1931 any day, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. if in need of emergency food.
Thrift Shop
North Windham Union Church Thrift Shop is open Wednesday and Thursday, 1-3 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon at the church on Route 302 near Boody’s Corner. Bargains for you on a variety of items. Check it out!
Bingo
Bingo games are held on Mondays, 6:30 p.m. at the Windham Veterans Center, hosted by American Legion Post 128 of Standish. Bingo games pay out up to the state maximum of $1,400, depending on attendance. A winner-take-all game, as well as pull-tabs and a 50/50 drawing will be offered. Food and beverages provided by the Legion Auxiliary will be sold. Proceeds from the games will go toward the building fund for a future home for Post 128, which currently meets at the Kiwanis Building on Route 25 in Standish.
Donna Morton’s fourth-grade class at Manchester Elementary
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