Holiday Open House

The Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals welcomes the public to its free Holiday Open House Saturday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the farm at 279 River Road. Children’s activities will include ornament making and face painting. Carolers are welcome, of course. Gorgeous, native Christmas trees will be sold, and beautiful holiday wreaths will be raffled off every half hour. Seasonal refreshments will be offered. All proceeds to benefit Maine’s abused or neglected large animals. For more information, go to www.msspa.org or call 892-3040

Christmas in the Barn

On Sunday, Dec. 14 at 2 p.m. the Faith Lutheran Church of North Windham will present “Christmas In The Barn” at the Knight Farm, 443 Sebago Lake Rd. (Rt. 237) in Gorham. There will be a Christmas pageant with live animals and caroling as well as refreshments. For more information, contact Marcia at 650-3972.

‘Fantastic’ display

A cool collection of Fantastic Four memorabilia, owned by Donald Harmon of Windham, will be on display at the Windham Public Library through Jan. 5. Donald has been collecting comics for over 15 years.

Although Marvel Comics heroes are often created in a series format now, the Fantastic Four was one of the first comic book series for Marvel. When asked what he found interesting about the Fantastic Four, Donald mentioned their lack of “secret identities” which was so important to super heroes in other comics. While there are several comics on display in the case, the case is also filled with toys, games, figurines, and other collectibles that honor the Fantastic Four heroes. Young and old alike will enjoy stopping by the library for a look at this interesting collection.

Call the library at 892-1908 for more information or for directions. The Windham Public Library is located at 217 Windham Center Road, and is open Monday and Wednesday, 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; and Friday and Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Windham Food Pantry

Just a reminder that applications for the Toy Workshop close Dec. 6. Any Windham family needing help with Christmas should call 892-4931.

Veterans help

Mr. Robin Shepard, the State of Maine Veterans Advocate, will be available Wednesday, Dec. 10, 9-11 a.m. at the Windham Veterans Center. He will be assisting veterans in applying for benefits. This service is free and no appointment is necessary.

Thanksgiving with family

Lew and Joanne Weatherby, of Gray Road, spent Thanksgiving at the West Baldwin home of her parents, Paul and Betty Estes. There were a total of 15 family members who gathered at the Estes for the holiday meal.

Responsible ‘Giving’

Responsible Pet Care of Oxford Hills is having a “Giving Tree” at Shaw’s supermarket in the Shaw’s Plaza until Dec. 23. You can take an ornament off the tree and purchase whatever the cat wishes. If you would like to adopt a cat you can contact the shelter at www.rpc.petfinder.com or call 743-8679. They will also be holding a bake sale at Shaw’s Dec. 20.

Happy 1st birthday

Aubrey Bailey, daughter of Kevin and Melissa Bailey of Falmouth Road, celebrated her first birthday with a party Nov. 29. Helping her celebrate and enjoying her “Winnie-the-Pooh” cake were: her big sister, Cassidy; Nana and Papa (Mary and Bob Bouchard); Mammie and Bumpa (Aunt Marcia and Uncle Will Blanchard); Aunt Rose and Uncle Foster Burke, all of Windham; and Roger and Kirsten Charest, with daughters, Adalynn and Llayna, all of Buxton.

Thought of the Week:

Give yourself a compliment, too!