Legion Events

On Sunday, Sept. 14, the American Legion Post No. 86 Auxiliary will be hosting a yard sale with all proceeds going to a local S.A.L. member who had an accident back on July 5. If anyone has items to be donated please call Meghan Fenton at 807-4482.

The monthly meetings are the third Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. at the American Legion Post, Lewision Road in Gray.

The Americanism chairman, Debra Small, at the Legion Post would like you to know that September has four special observances:

• Sept. 11, where we honor all those lives lost on that day in 2001. Remember all the first responders for there heroism, they were running into the building while people were trying to escape. There will be a candle vigil ceremony at the American Legion hall in Gray at 6 p.m.

• Sept. 14 is the 200th anniversary of the end of War of 1812, which prompted Francis Scott Key to write a special poem we all know as our National Anthem.

• Sept. 17 is Constitution Day. Our founding fathers completed their difficult work more than 200 years ago and it still governs our country today.

• Sept. 19, POW/MIA day. We must never rest till they all come home.

Mrs. Small will be going to the local schools to share these days. Whereas on Sept. 30, the Legion will be having a empty table ceremony so we will never forget.

The Gathering Place

Channels of Blessings will be ministering in praise and worship at the monthly meeting of The Gathering Place, Saturday, Sept. 13 at 3 p.m. at the American Legion Post 86, Route 100. All are welcome. They are a non-denominational ministry. For more information contact Dick Walls at 272-0497.

Maine Woods Law

Saturday Sept. 27, is National Hunting and Fishing Day at the Maine Wildlife Park, Route 26 in Gray. Meet the Maine game wardens featured on the popular Animal Planet TV show North Woods Law, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and from 1-3 p.m.

Make sure to bring your cameras to have photos taken with the stars. The game thiefs’ “Wall of Shame,” dive trailer, airboat and other special equipment and displays will also be available for viewing.

There is no extra fee for this special event, however regular wildlife park admission will apply. Adults $7, 4-12 $5, Seniors $5, 3/under free. For more information, go to www.mainewildlifepark.com or call 657-4977.

Taxes and Closings

The first half of the Town of Gray 2015 tax is due Oct. 1, and the second half is due April 1, 2015. Payment may be submitted online or mailed to Town of Gray, 24 Main St., Gray, Maine.

Taxpayers having questions about the assessed value should contact the assessor at 657-3112 or email [email protected].

The public boat ramp on Little Sebago Lake will close on Sept. 15 for repairs. If you rely on this ramp to remove your boat, either remove it before the 15th or make other arrangements. For more information, go to www.graymaine.org or call 657-3339.

Firefighters

and EMTs Wanted

Gray Fire-Rescue is accepting applications for firefighters and EMTs. It takes a special combination of skills/traits, but you might be the newest member of the team. Training available, call 657-3931 for details.

Fall at Fiddleheads

This fall there are still spaces available for before-care and after-care enrichment programs at the Fiddlehead Art and Science Center. Call today for a tour or visit the Open House, Wednesday, Sept. 24, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and learn about all their wonderful programs, such as Fiddlehead Unlimited (daily after-school program) and the preschool program, FiddlestArts. Spaces are limited, so come find out more. You can also sign up for single classes, such as Art Studio, clay classes, Storybook Theater and more. Watch for more on the new Children’s Discovery Center.

Autumn Library Happenings

Story Time is back to the regular schedule of Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:30-11:30 a.m., starting Friday, Sept. 19, at the Gray Public Library. But please remember to check the monthly calendar for any scheduling changes

Knitting Class for Beginners starts Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. from Sept. 10 through Oct. 15. Learn the basics to knit a hat, scarf, sweater, toys, socks and felt. Bring your own needles (size 6, 7, 8 or 9). Yarn will be available at no charge. There is no fee for this class and the instructors are Joyce Burrow and Beth Neault. The class is limited to 10 people. Call 657-4110 or stop by the circulation desk to sign up at 5 Hancock St., Gray or online at www.gray.lib.me.us.

Open House

Curves in Gray is hosting an Open House, Sept. 15-19, that will bring community businesses together and provide women with the opportunity to check out their local “all-new” Curves and take some important “me time” for themselves. During the Open House week, new members will have the opportunity to work out for free on the Curves circuit, including experiencing Curves Workouts with Jillian Michaels, which are full-body workouts that change each month. Those who join that day will receive 30 days free on their membership. In addition, our Curves will offer free health assessments, healthy snacks and other raffles and giveaways in celebration of the Open House. For more information find them on Facebook at Gray Curves.