Tri City Community Chorus will present “Awake My Soul and Sing! The Year of the Silver Jubilee,” a concert that celebrates all the reasons people sing, on June 3 at First Parish Church in Saco. The concert begins at 7 p.m.

Tri City Community Chorus will present “Awake My Soul and Sing! The Year of the Silver Jubilee,” a concert that celebrates all the reasons people sing, on June 3 at First Parish Church in Saco. The concert begins at 7 p.m. Andree Kehn photo/Sun Journal

After making it through two years without performing, the chorus is back to celebrate its Silver Anniversary with new director, Dr. Christian Giddings, and accompanist, Jeffrey Coggins.

The concert will feature works including “Georgia on My Mind,” “The Awakening,” “Hope For The World” and “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”

Tri City Community Chorus has nearly 20 new members who have joined for the season. Tickets may be purchased for $10 at www.tricitycommunitychorus.com or at the door, also for $10.

First Parish Church is located at Main and Beach streets in Saco.

Astronomical society will meet June 2

The Astronomical Society of Northern New England will hold its monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 2 at The New School in Kennebunk. The New School is located at 38 York St. (Route 1). A business meeting, also open to the public, commences at 7 p.m.

The society will host a presentation by Peggy Schick. Schick is a professional astrologer who serves individual clients through her private practice in Topsham. Doctoral study in-depth psychology informs her work. She also teaches astrology classes and offers presentations through nonprofit organizations. She is certified in archetypal astrology through the Institute of Transpersonal and Archetypal Studies in New York.

For more information, visit www.peggyschick.com.

The Astronomical Society of Northern New England is a local association of amateur astronomers that meets monthly at The New School in Kennebunk. Meetings are on the first Friday of each month. All those interested in astronomy are welcome, from stargazers and hobbyists, to serious observers, astrophotographers, and those interested in astronomical theory.

For more information or updates about meetings, visit www.ASNNE.org.

Residents earn academic award

The following local residents have earned an Award of Excellence at Western Governors University (Salt Lake City). The award is given to students who perform at a superior level in their coursework.

Sierra Kniskern, of Biddeford, earned an Award of Excellence at Western Governors University Leavitt School of Health.

Rochelle Trudo, of Kennebunkport, earned an Award of Excellence at Western Governors University School of Education.

Arundel Memorial Day observance planned

The Arundel Historical Society will host a Memorial Day observance on Sunday, May 28. It will be held at 11 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial, at the fire station on Limerick Road in Arundel.

The event will feature a reading of the honor roll, a message from the moderator, laying of a wreath and Taps. The children from Mildred L. Day School will perform songs in honor of veterans. The public is invited to pay respect to those who have served in the armed forces.

North Congregational Church schedules bean supper

A bean supper is planned for Saturday, May 20 at North Congregational Church in Buxton.

The supper is scheduled for 5-6 p.m. the church is located at 22 Church Hill Road in Buxton. The cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children age 6-12.

Arundel Historical Society schedules bean supper

The Arundel Historical Society will host a baked bean and pasta Supper on June 3. It will be held at the Mildred L. Day School gym from 4:30 to 6 p.m.. The school is located on the Limerick Road in Arundel.

The menu features two types of baked beans, mac and cheese, American chop suey, hot dogs, coleslaw, cornbread/rolls, drinks and coffee and homemade desserts. Takeout is available.

Suggested donations: Adults, $10, children 6-10 years, $5, children 5 and younger, free. There will be historical displays, membership information, raffle calendars, and merchandise available. The event benefits the Arundel Historical Society and all are welcome to attend.

A scarlet tanager spotted May 9 in Arundel. According to “A Guide to Field Identification/Birds of North America,” the scarlet tanager is the the only bird in North America that has a red body with black wings and tail. Cynthia Fitzmorris photo