State Budget Hearing

State Sen. Gary Plummer, Rep. Tom Tyler and Rep. Jane Pringle will be holding a forum Monday, March 4, at 7 p.m. in Windham Town Council Chambers to hear from Windham residents regarding their concerns, questions and opinions about any topics including the proposed state budget.

Sponsors Needed

for Boys, Girls State

American Legion Field-Allen Post 148, based in Windham, has been offering Windham High School juniors a chance to attend Boys State and Girls State programs for years. Last year, the group was able to send five students to both programs due to the generosity of members of the local business community who took up the challenge and sponsored a student. Since the Post’s resources are limited to sponsoring one girl and one boy each year, the Post is extending the offer again this year to any citizen, organization or business who would like to ensure that a girl or boy from the junior class gets an opportunity to see firsthand American democracy in action. Full sponsorship is still $275, as it has been for the past three years. Partial sponsorship is also available. Contact Finance Officer and Post Adjutant Dave Tanguay at 892-1306 if you have questions or can sponsor a candidate. If you would prefer to remain anonymous, you may send a check to American Legion Post 148, PO Box 1776, Windham, Maine, 04062.

One Plot Left

Although there is still snow on the ground Windham Community Garden is busy planning our growing season for 2013. There is only one plot left (as of Feb. 25) for new gardeners, so if you are interested in growing your own vegetables this year, visit the garden website at www.windhamcommunitygarden.org and send in your application as soon as possible. Whether you are a new or experienced gardener, this is the place for you. For more information, call Marge Govoni at 892-7192.

Book Signing

The Windham Lions Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, March 4, at the Windham Public Library. Bill Diamond, author of “The Evil and the Innocent,” will be signing books and giving an informative talk regarding the subject of child sexual abuse. The public is invited.

Medicare Help

On Tuesdays, March 5 and 19, the Southern Maine Agency on Aging (SMAA) will offer a Medicare seminar and counseling for the Lakes Region at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church at 919 Roosevelt Trail, Windham.

A “Welcome to Medicare” seminar is scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon. One-on-one counseling is available from 9 a.m. to noon. The seminar and counseling are intended to help you sort through your Medicare options, answer questions – and to help you enroll. In addition to Medicare assistance, counseling on tax and rent rebate, food stamps, and fuel assistance can be arranged. To register, call 396-6500 or 1-800-427-7411. Walk-ins can usually be accommodated. Visit www.smaaa.org to learn more about the many other services that are available.

Land Trust Meeting

The Windham Land Trust holds its monthly meeting the first Wednesday of every month so the next meeting will be March 6 at the Windham Public Library starting at 7 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend.

American Legion Meets

The monthly meeting of American Legion Post 148 will be held Wednesday, March 6, at the Windham Veterans Center. At 5 p.m., a meatloaf cook-off/social will be held, followed at 6 p.m. with a business meeting. The topic will be preparing the St. Patrick’s Day Scholarship dinner.

Attention Seniors

The public is invited to a Senior Movement Class “Lunch and Learn” at noon on Wednesday, March 6, at the Lakes Region Senior Center, 40 Acorn Street, Gorham. There is no charge. The class will be led by Cesar Viola, MPT. Bring a bag lunch. Beverages and dessert will be provided. Check out the regular activities members of the LRSC enjoy – and bring a friend!

Veterans Health Services

Combat veteran and Clinical Psychologist Dr. Clifford Trott from Portland Vet Center, is available at Windham Veterans Center on the first and third Wednesdays, for appointments with veterans seeking information and/or help. Call 780-3584 to make an appointment for the next available date, which is March 6. These sessions are one-on-one and strictly confidential. Drop-ins are welcome but appointments are recommended.

Benefit Buffet

On Saturday, March 9, at 5 p.m., Faith Lutheran Church will host an International Buffet to support Pheobe Johnston who has been selected to represent the United States in the Collegiate Honors Band throughout Europe. The buffet consists of appetizers, entrees and desserts from France, Germany, Switzerland, Holland, Italy and Belgium. Music provided by Pheobe Johnston and on piano, Dave Hansen. Tickets are $8 per person or two for $15. Seating is limited. Call Dee at 839-4257 or Mary at 627-7007. The church is at 988 Roosevelt Trail, Windham.

Democrats Meet

Windham Democratic Town Committee will meet on Monday, March 11, at 7 p.m. in the Windham Public Library. For more information, call Mark Bryant, WDTC Chair at home, 892-6591.

Thanks!

Thanks from the Windham Neighbors Helping Neighbors for the generous donation from the North Windham Union Church – this will make a positive impact on some Windham family as they struggle to keep warm this winter. You can make a donation of any amount to benefit your neighbors in need of fuel to Windham Neighbors Helping Neighbors, c/o Norma Rogers, Treas., P. O. Box 1956, Windham, ME 04062.

Display your Street Number

The town reminds all residential and commercial property owners to make sure that their street number is being displayed in a conspicuous location on the front of your home or business. Numbers should be at least 4 inches in size and of a contrasting color. If your structure is more than 50 feet from the road, numbers should be displayed on a post, fence or mailbox as well.

Military Benefits

On Wednesday, March 13, Veterans Service Officer Phyllis D’Orsay is available at the Windham Veterans Center, as she is on the second and fourth Wednesdays every month, from 9 a.m. until noon. She assists veterans, widows of veterans and dependents with questions about benefits and other information. If you have questions of a military nature, stop in and get some answers. No appointment is needed.

St. Patrick’s Day Dinner

The second annual St. Patrick’s Day Scholarship Dinner will be held on Sunday, March 17, from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Windham Veterans Center. Hosted by the American Legion Field-Allen Post 148, the proceeds of this dinner will be used for scholarships for the Class of 2013. Menu includes a traditional New England-style boiled dinner with corned beef, cabbage and the works. Cost is $10 per person. Contact Barry Lombard at 653-5349 or Dave Tanguay at 892-1306 for ticket information.

Bob Marley

Comedian Bob Marley will appear at 7 p.m., March 18 at Windham High School. Proceeds will benefit Windham Neighbors Helping Neighbors fuel fund and Camp Sunshine. Tickets are $15 and available at Corsetti’s, Hoggy’s Market and Windham High School store.

Food Pantry

The Windham clothes closet is open Monday and Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is open to Windham residents and those from surrounding towns. The Food Pantry is Monday through Thursday and is open for Windham residents only, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call Madeline at 892-1931.

Hunter Safety Course

A Hunter Safety Course will be held on April 6 and 13 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Windham Public Library. The fee is $5 and you must attend both days to get certificate. Registrations are now being taken. Call the Windham Town Clerk’s office at 892-1900.

Alumni Banquet

Windham High School Alumni Banquet will be held on Saturday, May 18, at the Middle School cafeteria. Doors open at 4 p.m. with dinner. Call Norma at 892-5608 if you have an item to donate for the Raffle Table. Invitations will be sent by mid-April. The cost this year is $10 per person. Contact Sam Simonson at [email protected] if you have pictures of Bud Finley to share (they will be returned). Contact Sue Simonson if you can make cupcakes or help in some other way. This year’s “honored” classes – 50 years, the class of 1963; 25 years, the Class of 1988. If your class would like to reserve a large table/s, contact Sam.