Ordinance

review ongoing

The Planning Board has set ongoing ordinance review workshops for Tuesdays, Feb. 11 and 25, from 8-9:30 a.m., at Mallett Hall/Old Selectmen’s Office.

Residents should check flood maps

The Federal Emergency Management Agency is in the process of amending the flood maps on which many of the town’s building setbacks and regulations are based upon. Homeowners are urged to come into the Town Office during business hours and take a look at the proposed maps to see if any changes are proposed that might affect their property. There will be forms available soon for those who believe changes being proposed are incorrect and want to appeal those changes. The proposed maps for Pownal are on display in the voting room on the first floor of Mallett Hall.

Church elects officers

At the annual meeting of the First Parish Congregational Church of Pownal, held on Tuesday, Jan. 21, the following church officers were elected by the members: Lincoln Merrill, Jr., moderator; Karen Puckett, treasurer; and Kathy Malm, clerk. Elected to the board of trustees was Gary Libby, and elected to the Diaconate were Jodi Hibbard and Doris Blackstone. Members were selected for numerous additional committees, as well. At the Sunday church service, the Rev. John Wentworth thanked Kim Merrill of North Yarmouth for her donation of a new wooden sign bearing the name of the church and the time of the service. It was installed in front of the church and was given in memory of her mother, Berla A. Allen of Freeport.

Fuego Diablo restarts music nights

Fuego Diablo will launch its second season of open mic music nights on Saturday, Feb. 1, at 6:30 p.m., at 52 Loring Lane in Pownal. Performers of all ages are invited to take the stage for an evening of music, poetry and storytelling in an intimate, acoustic venue. Entertainers requiring gear are encourage to bring their own equipment and plug in. Last year’s performers included Lynne Cullen and Kurt Kish from Seanachie Nights at Bull Feeney’s in Portland; blues harmonica player/singer Thom Hanes of Poke Chop and the Other White Meats, who performed solo and with Johnny Cash tribute band, Got Rhythm; rock/blues band Slygo Road, currently touring with their new album, “What To Eat”; Irish fiddler and singer/actress Janet Lynch; jazz vocalist Nancy Bowker; bassist and vocalist Rod Pervier of Pejepscot Station with vocalist Lois Strickland Pervier; father amd daughter duo Michael and Malia Morin; and Fuego Diablo host, bassist and techno composer Jamie Pearson.

Creative cuisine is served from 5:30 to 6:30. Seating is limited and the event is free. For more information, contact Jamie and Wren Pearson, 408-3185, or visit www.facebook.com/fuegodiablopownal.

Returnables sought to support fire-rescue

The Pownal Fire Co. works to support the Pownal Fire & Rescue Department. In addition to providing food during fires and trainings, the organization purchases work uniforms and equipment for the town’s emergency personnel. The money the fire company is able to donate toward these items helps to keep the fire department’s expenses down. The organization seeks donations of returnable bottles and cans to help fund its work. The Pownal Fire Co. is independent from the town of Pownal and the Pownal Fire and Rescue Department. The bottle building is located behind the town hall.

Men’s breakfast

The Men’s Breakfast at the First Parish Congregational Church of Pownal, 422 Hallowell Road, is held the first Saturday of each month at 7:30 a.m. at the church. It is open to any men who want to come. They do not have to be affiliated with the church. The Rev. John Wentworth leads the discussions.

Food pantry on Tuesdays

The North Pownal United Methodist Church food Pantry on 851 Lawrence Road is open every Tuesday from 10:30 a.m.-noon. Organizers never know from week to week what they will be getting, though there usually are different kinds of breads, produce, desserts, etc. All are welcome.

Church services

North Pownal United Methodist Church worship service is Sunday at 9 a.m., Sunday School at 10:30. Pastor’s hours are Tuesdays from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. (by appointment). Church phone is 688-4938. For more information on church programs, contact the Rev. Raymond St. Pierre, 837-0682, chaplainraymond@gmail.com.

First Parish Congregational Church, Route 9, worship service is Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 11-noon. Bible Study meets at the church on Tuesday at 7 a.m. For more information on church programs, contact the Rev. John Wentworth, 688-4846, jwent16@hotmail.com