Busy Labor Day

Although the calendar and the humid hot weather don’t officially signify the change in the season, once school is back in session, the summer vibe, unfortunately, is lost for most of us. Back to business for us all, but if the weather stays this warm, beach visits will still be popular. Labor Day weekend, was, for the most part, gorgeous and enjoyed by many, judging by the boat traffic on Long Lake.

Food Pantry Celebration

Block Party on the Village Green! Saturday, Sept. 7, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Go early for the dedication of the Naples Food Pantry to Marilyn Barry at 10:45 a.m. Then spend time with friends and neighbors, bring a lawn chair, and relax as burgers, dogs and salads are served. There will also be activities for all including face painting, a bouncy house, crafts, ladder ball and more. The Naples Food Pantry, run by the Community Resource Center, is open every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information or to make a donation, contact naplesmainefoodpantry@yahoo.com or 838-9045.

Support Project Graduation 2014

Project Graduation is selling coffee through The Umbrella Factory as a fundraiser. The Swift River Coffee on sale is delicious! Be on the lookout throughout the year for your chance to support the seniors at the various fundraisers held. This group really hustles to support the kids, won’t you? Visit their Facebook page to learn more about their activities.

Choices

To make a long story short, thanks to Gov. Paul LePage, school districts had the pleasure of choice when it came to which laptop to choose. The schools had several bids to choose from. SAD 61 decided on the Macbook Air for the middle and high school students. In addition to having all the perks of the new technology available, they have a longer battery life and are lighter. There are mandatory meetings being held for families and students before the laptops are handed out to students. All meetings are to be held at Lake Region High School throughout September. Check with the school or your child’s backpack, a sometime scary proposition, for the dates and times.

Fire Department Fundraiser

Join your neighbors in supporting our wonderful fire department at the third annual “Fire in the Hole” Golf Scramble Fundraiser at the Naples Country Club on Sunday, Sept. 15. Registration begins that morning at 8 a.m., with the event beginning at 9 a.m. For a $75 entry fee per person, or $300 per foursome, you get a golf cart, 18 holes, Steak and Chicken Lunch, Closest to the Pin and Longest Drive Contest, door prizes and more. The event concludes at 1 p.m. with the reception, awards, lunch and a raffle. Contact the Naples Country Club for your tickets.

High School Update

The Lake Region High School senior class is going camping and hiking this weekend. The new seniors will take this moment to get to know their fellow classmates on this overnight trip to New Hampshire. Homecoming week is fast approaching, beginning the week of Sept. 16. Get out and support your local teams. The Homecoming Parade is at 6:30 p.m. on the 19th with a bonfire at Steven Brook Elementary the same night at 7:15 p.m. Each sport will have a home game that week, so check the school’s website for times and dates of games.

Condolences

Condolences go out to family of Anthony Longley of Naples. Our thoughts and prayers are certainly with this lovely family during this very difficult time.

Donation Appreciated

CrossWalk Community Outreach got a nice surprise the other day from local boy’s camp, Camp Takajo. The kitchen staff at the camp contacted CrossWalk’s Joanna Moore and informed her they had lots of end-of-the-season food they would love to donate. The food was enjoyed by the recipients of the program.

Harvest Hills Fundraiser

Climb aboard the Songo River Queen this Saturday, Sept. 7 for the 4th Annual Dog Paddle Cruise. The cruise sails from 4-7 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance, or $25 the gate. Enjoy entertainment from the Montgomery Road Band. A 50/50, door prizes, and a cash bar are planned. The snack bar will also be open in case you get the munchies!

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