Meetings

Pownal selectmen will meet Monday, Nov. 17, starting with a workshop on revalutaion at 6 p.m. and the regular meeting at 7, at Mallett Hall.

The Planning Board meets Wednesday, Nov. 19, at 7 p.m., at Mallett Hall. On the agenda under new business are Morgan Myer, lots at 627 Hodsdon Road with private road; Dwight Edgerly, single lot, Lower Lawrence Road; and Russell Schmidt, private road, Poland Range Road.

Taking orders for Thanksgiving pies

North Pownal United Methodist Church 851 Lawrence Road, is accepting orders for Thanksgiving pies. Cherry, blueberry, apple, custard, chocolate cream and pumpkin all cast $12 each. Mincemeat and pecan cost $15. The deadline to order is Nov. 12. Call Nancy at 688-4481. Pies can be picked up Wednesday, Nov. 26, from 9 a.m.-noon.

Safety, emergency training offered

North Pownal United Methodist Church, 851 Lawrence Road, is hosting an all-day Safe Sanctuary and AED and CPR Training, Saturday, Nov. 15, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

The Safe Sanctuary program runs from 9 a.m.-noon, with the Rev. Ray St. Pierre as instructor. A hot dog lunch is from noon-1 p.m., followed by a program on AED (automated external defibrillators) and CPR training with a state-certified instructor.

Certificates will be provided. For more information, call St. Pierre at 837-0632.

Open mic music night Nov. 15

Fuego Diablo will host its next Open Mic Music Night on Saturday, Nov. 15, at 52 Loring Lane in Pownal. Performers of all ages and abilities are invited to take the stage while audience members are encouraged to fill the seats at this intimate acoustic venue. Vocalists, musicians, poets and storytellers are all welcome to perform. A sign-up sheet is available and spontaneous collaborations are encouraged. Performers requiring gear should bring their own. Creative world cuisine is served from 5:30-6:30 p.m., when the music begins.

The season opener included folk tales from England by storyteller Lynne Cullen; Irish tunes and tales by fiddler Janet Lynch; original rock and blues by Slygo Road with jazz vocalist Nancy Bowker; Delta blues by guitarist David Hartley; original comedy tunes by Michael Morin; contemporary folk and pop by Roddy and Lois Pervier; a capella indie pop by Malia Morin; and original techno dance music, sea shanties and eclectica by host Jamie Pearson.

Seating is limited. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/fuegodiablopownal or call 408-3185.

Christian music concert scheduled

Christian and gospel music will be performed by New Wine on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 6:30-8:30 p.m., at the North Pownal United Methodist Church, 851 Lawrence Road. Admission is free. A free-will offering will be taken. For more information, call 837-0682 or 240-1637.

Fuego Diablo seeks artisans

Fuego Diablo invites local artisans to be part of its third annual holiday sale, Nov. 28-30 and Dec. 5-6 at 52 Loring Lane in Pownal.

Fuego Diablo owners Jamie and Wren Pearson will be offered a variety of handcrafted items for seasonal gifts. Community and civic groups are also welcome to join in. For more information visit www.facebook.com/fuegodiablopownal or call 408-3185.

Hanging of the Greens

A special “Hanging of the Greens” service will be held Sunday, Nov. 30, at 6 p.m., at the North Pownal United Methodist Church. All are welcome. For more information, call 837-0682 or 240-1637.

Spirit of Christmas Fair Dec. 5

The North Pownal United Methodist Church’s Spirit of Christmas Fair is Friday, Dec. 5, from 3-8 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 6, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Santa visits on Saturday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

The fair will feature crafts, handmade items, Christmas items, baked goods, white elephant, the Candy Cane Cafe? and more.

Food on Friday, from 3-8 p.m., includes Zuppa soup, fish chowder, hot dogs, chicken salad and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, chips, tea, coffee, punch and hot chocolate.

Food on Saturday, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., includes corn chowder, beef stew, ham Italians, egg salad, ham salad and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, chips, tea, coffee, punch and hot chocolate.

Tables are available to rent at $25. For more information, call Fay, 837-4339, or Deb, 240-1637.

FHS fundraisers

Students at Freeport High School are selling holiday? items to raise money for their class expenses, including Prom, Senior Week and Project Graduation.?

Students can be contacted directly. Seniors are selling citrus. Juniors are selling wreaths and swags. Sophomores are selling poinsettias. Freshman are selling pies.? For more information, see www.fhs.rsu5.org or contact Liz Andrews at 865-0931 or jjlsbaker@gmail.com.

Food pantry on Wednesdays

The North Pownal United Methodist Church food Pantry on 851 Lawrence Road is now open every Wednesday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. The pantry never knows from week to week what it will be getting. If any farmers or others would like to donate to the pantry, contact the Rev. Ray St. Pierre, 837-0682, or Deb Larrabee, 240-1637. The pantry helps those in need and welcomes everyone.

Thursday service

North Pownal United Methodist Church hosts Prayer, Praise and Worship, with the Rev. St. Pierre, Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.. For more information, contact St. Pierre, 837-0682, or Lay Leader Deb Larrabee, 240-1637.

Men’s breakfast at church

The First Parish Church of Pownal hosts a men’s breakfast the first Saturday of each month at 7:30 a.m., open to any men who want to come. The Rev. John Wentworth leads the discussions.

Church services

North Pownal United Methodist Church worship service is Sunday at 9 a.m. Sunday School for children and adults is at 10:30 am. All are welcome. The Rev. Raymond St. Pierre is pastor. His hours are Wednesdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and Thursdays by appointment. The church phone is 688-4938. For more information, call St. Pierre at 837-0682. The church’s website, www.northpownalumc.org, also has an email link for the pastor.

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