Presumpscot River program
The Presumpscot River, which forms one boundary line of Windham, provided waterpower to many mills since settlement began in the late 1600s. Consequently, industries (saw mills, manufacturing) that used this power, resulted in villages and hamlets — and schools, stores and churches. Sometimes towns evolved as a result of the water power. Learn more about how the falls of the Presumpscot fueled the creation of Windham at Windham Historical Society, Monday, Nov. 28, at 7 p.m. A PowerPoint presentation of “Falls of the Presumpscot” will be followed by refreshments and a brief business meeting. The public is welcome. There is no fee, but donations are welcome.
At the Senior Center
Lakes Region Senior Center has a variety of activities and programs scheduled for December. Please mark your calendars if you are interested. On Monday, Dec. 5, Gorham Savings Bank will present a program about scams at 10 a.m. A presentation on Thursday, Dec. 8. about TRIAD is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with light luncheon provided and a special holiday celebration is planned on Wednesday, Dec. 21, at 11 a.m.
The Lakes Region Senior Center at the former Little Falls School, 40 Acorn Street, Gorham is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday. For more information, email [email protected] or call Glenn at 893-9088, or drop in to see what it’s all about. New members are always welcome. Events are subject to change due to weather, or other unforeseen issues. Other activities include scrapbooking, Bingo, knitting, cards and more.
American Legion meetings changed
A reminder to American Legion Post 148 members that the Post will be meeting year-round on the first Wednesday of each month. This is a change from the prior schedule. The next meeting is Dec. 7 at the Windham Veterans Center. Social at 5 p.m. followed by business meeting, 6-7 p.m. Membership is at 90 percent for 2012. The goal is 100 percent by the end of December. Membership forms should be forwarded promptly to the Adjutant.
Wreath ceremony
American Legion Post 148 will place evergreen wreaths on the Veterans Monuments at Windham Veterans Center and Windham High School on Dec. 7. Members wishing to participate should meet at the Veterans Center at 9 a.m.
Church Fair
A holiday fair is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 3, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Sunday, Dec. 4, from noon to 3 p.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 919 Roosevelt Trail in North Windham. Included are handmade knit, sewn and crochet items. Lots of tables: raffle, jewelry, holiday, bake, candy, kitchen and white elephant. The kitchen will be open with breakfast and lunch menu on Saturday, and on Sunday a delicious brunch will be available.
Sleigh rides
The Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals invites the public to a free, family-friendly Christmas event at its 279 River Road, South Windham farm on Saturday, Dec. 3, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Donated Christmas trees will be on sale, free carriage or sleigh rides available, complimentary children’s activities, and complimentary refreshments. Raffle items offered and horses, horses, horses! For more information, visit www.msspa.org or call 892-3040.
Adopt a family
There are many people who love to go shopping! Sometimes there’s a toy or item that is irresistible – if only there was someone to give it to! At the Windham Food Pantry, we’re told that as of this writing there are 126 children, including 30 teens, all who are available for “Christmas adoption” – it would certainly be in the spirit of season to help these youngsters enjoy a happy holiday! For more information, call director Madeline Roberts at 892-1931.
Windham’s art gallery
One of the many features of Windham’s public library is the display of work by local artists. Visitors and library patrons can view the work of Susan Walker, Lynda Wilson and Richard Anzelc. Walker was prompted to pursue her interest in painting when a friend died without finishing his “bucket list.” She took classes through Windham Adult Education where instructor Charlene Lee helped Walker perfect her skills. A dozen paintings by Walker and her classmates will be on display through January. The library is located at 217 Windham Center Road. For directions or information, call the library at 892-1908.
Christmas Outreach
Unity Church of Greater Portland is sharing the joy of the holiday season with Crossroads for Women, located in Windham. An “angel tree” will be available Sundays through Dec. 11 at Unity Church and visitors can adopt an angel, providing gifts for residents of Crossroads. Dec. 18 is the deadline to bring in a gift. Unity is located on River Road, Windham. For more information, call Sharon Hatfield at 883-1233 or email, [email protected].
Speaker at WCSG Meeting
Windham Cancer Support Group will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 28, at the public library. The speaker will be Susan Correia, a counselor for treating people and their caregivers, diagnosed with cancer. She is also the facilitator for the Southern Maine Prostate Cancer Support Group at the Cancer Community Center in So. Portland. This may be of special interest to men recently diagnosed. For more information, check on Facebook. For directions or questions, call 892-7750.
Leaf and brush disposal
Good news! For those still waiting for the last few leaves to fall, the leaf and brush disposal area at 185 Windham Center Road will remain open until 3:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28, due to the Oct. 29-30 storm and the town’s contractor not being available until after the 28th. Separate your leaves from the brush, in the appropriate area that is marked with signs. And if you transport your leaves in bags, please remove them from the bags and take the bags with you. For more information, call Public Works at 892-1909.
Postcards from Windham calendar
Thanks to those who have already ordered the new 2012 Postcards from Windham calendar. Many of the postcards featured are more than 100 years old. This will be a wall calendar with squares on the calendar part suitable to write appointments, etc. The plan is to have them ready the first or second week of December. Readers who would like to reserve a calendar (or more than one), please send $10 for each, plus $2 for postage/handling to Kay Soldier, 114 Tandberg Trail, Windham, ME 04062. If you have any questions, please email me at [email protected]. These would be good gifts for anyone who has ties to Windham. A percentage of profits will be shared with the Windham Historical Society, earmarked for the Village Green Living History Center project.
Christmas trees for sale
The Kiwanis Club of Windham Christmas tree sales start on Saturday, Nov. 26, in front of Aubuchon Hardware. These locally grown, fresh cut trees are still $25; all proceeds support local youth projects.
Thrift shop
North Windham Union Church Thrift Shop is located in the basement of the church, on Route 302 near Boody’s Corner, regular hours are 1-3 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. until noon on Saturday.
Mitch and Brad Woodbrey, owners of Sebago Lake Automotive in
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