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Chebeague Island Council Calendar

Welcome home Piping Plovers!

#6 | June 2025

About the Cover

Chebeague Island Council Calendar June 2025 Issue #6

Exciting News! The piping plovers have returned to Chebeague for a third year to lay their eggs and fledge their chicks. These tiny, gen tle birds are endangered and federally protected and need our support by giving them peace and space until the fledglings can fly (about July 31 st ).

Maine Inland Fisheries and Wildlife and Audubon has roped off their nesting areas at the Hook. There are heavy penalties (up to $25,000) for disturbing these tiny birds and for not following the rules posted there. No dogs are allowed at the Hook until after July 3 st . Dogs, drones, kites terrify the plovers. Leave them at home. Please respect the signs as you enjoy the beach with the piping plovers. About the Calendar The Calendar is published monthly by the Chebeague Island Council. It is available on-line at Chebeague Island News (www.chebeague.org) or www. chebeagueislandcalendar.com and delivered to every active mail box on the island. The Calendar welcomes submissions from its readers, including letters and thank you notes, but it cannot publish anything that is political in nature, libelous, or obscene. All submissions should include the author’s name and contact information. Without exception, the deadline for submissions is noon on the 20 th day of the month preceding publication. Submissions and ad copy may be mailed (247 South Road), left at the Council office (on 247 South Road) or emailed (chebeagueislandcouncil@gmail.com) and sent as attachments (.doc; no pdfs) or included in the body of the text. Images and photographs should be sent in a .jpg, .jpeg, or .rtf format. Please do not use the old email address at as this is an inactive account. As a courtesy and space permitting, island nonprofits are given up to a free half page each month to publish their news. Any such submissions exceeding a half page will be charged at the usual rate. All submissions become the property of the Chebeague Island Council, which reserves the right to edit them for length and clarity. Submissions that are not time sensitive may be held until there is enough space to publish them. Additional information about submissions is available at www.chebeagueislandcalendar.com. Advertising rates are as follows: full page, $80, ½ page, $40; ¼ page, $20; 4-line classified, $10; 6 to 8 line classified, $15. Each submission should include the intended publication date, size wanted, and the number of months the ad should run. All ads must be paid for at the time of submission.

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Chebeague Community Church

CTC News 7, 8, 9 Chebeague Island Historical Society 10 Chebeague Island Library 11 Chebeague Recreation Center 12 Notes From The Council 15 Recompense 17 June Calendar 18

Publisher Chebeague Island Council Board Members

Lola Armstrong, Christine Auffant, Kristen Dyer Buxbaum, Deb Hall, Denise Hamilton, Tricia Haines, Sarah Hopkins, Ann Thaxter & Deb Weis Contact Us Email: chebeagueislandcouncil@gmail.com

Phone: 207-846-4988 Mail: 247 South Road

Chebeague Island, ME 04017

Graphic Design Sharkey Graphic Solutions www.sharkeygraphicsolutions.com Printing Cyber Copy www.cybercopyme.com

The deadline for submissions for the July issue is noon on June 20.

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The Wellness Center Norah Alper RN will be at the Wellness Center on Wednesday, June 11 th & 25 th from 9-11:30am for Blood draws, Blood pressure checks, Wellness checks, PT/INR testing, Tick checks, and Health Information.

Coveside Physical Therapy, LLC BY YOUR SIDE EVERY STEP OF THE WAY! Phone: (508) 735-7507 Fax: (207) 846-1696 covesidephysicaltherapyllc@gmail.com https://covesidephysicaltherapy-llc.com/

Elizabeth Doughty, PT, DPT, GCS, CDP is a physical therapist who provides in-home physical therapy services right to your home.Whether you have just received a total joint replacement, concerned about falls and want to improve your balance, or having increased pain in a specific joint or muscle and wish to become a stronger, Elizabeth is able to assist by coming right to your home. By evaluating and working together, a specific plan of care will be established to meet your individual goals. She received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Ithaca College and is Board Certified Geriatric Specialist and is a Certified Dementia Practitioner. Most insurances accepted, including Medicare. Please feel free to inquire using the email or phone number above. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions!

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LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL A HOME?

I am available both on and off island to serve your real estate needs. Please feel free to reach out anytime. LOOKING TO INVEST?

Sandra “Sam” Birkett

sambirkett.realtor www.broadreachmaine.com

(207)504-6716

samonanisland@gmail.com

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Island Commons

132 Littlefield Road Chebeague Island, Maine 04017 www.islandcommons.com

Administrator, Amy Rich 207-846-5610 amy.rich@islandcommons.com

Save the Dates!

Bay Mist Cruise Saturday, August 2nd Boarding 4:30pm Cruise 5-7pm Cocktail/Mocktail Party Friday, June 20th at the Commons 4:30-6:30pm

Please call us a.s.a.p. as time slots are filling fast! 207-846-5610

We said goodbye to Helen. Her radiant spirit now shines brighter than ever. We will deeply miss her infectious laugh, warm smile and boundless love.

An ever-changing selection of antiques, furniture, home furnishings, jewelry, books and more.

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CHEBEAGUE COMMUNITY CHURCH

June 2025

Mother's Day Candlelight Remembrance Altar

CHURCH & COMMUNITY EVENTS

June 1st - 1st Sunday Communion and Afterglow at 10am; Guest Minister: Rev. Bob Brown

June 14th - Sandy River Ramblers Concert & Art Gallery Sale to benefit Kids Place and CCC from 7-9pm June 13th - MacBeth Concert Series: Scott Cuellar, Classical Pianist at 7pm in The Sanctuary June 8th - Congratulations to the Island Graduates!

June 8th - Sunday Gathering at 10am

June 15th - Sunday Gathering @ 10am

June 22nd - Pride Sunday Gathering at 4pm

June 29th - 5th Sunday Gathering at 10am; Introduction to Meditation with Mitch Owen at 2pm in the Parish House.

June 15th - Happy Father’s Day!

June 19th - Juneteenth

WEEKLY EVENTS

YOGA with BJ - Mondays and Fridays at 7am with a drop in fee LADIES AID Thursdays, 11am-2pm. All are welcome. Bring your lunch!

June 21st - Portland Pride!

June 28th - The Whalers Concert in The Sanctuary at 7pm

Join us Sunday mornings at 10am* in the Sanctuary or online by Zoom. Communion and Fellowship are the 1st Sunday of the month (*check online calendar to verify all times and events). Come as you are! Our doors are always open! Please visit our website for Zoom link and calendar/social media for updated events.

Host a meeting, party, class, or gathering in our beautiful Parish House. Email Vicki or visit our website chebeaguechurch.org and click Calendar for more information.

Chebeague Community Kitchen thanks our island community for supporting our May Food Drive. Special thanks to: TOCI, CRC, CTC, Library, & CIBY for serving as donation collection sites.

Seeking Part-Time Music Coordinator

CCC is growing! Visit our website ChebeagueChurch.org for more information and to apply.

To be added to our prayer list or if you or someone you know is in need of pastoral care, please reach out to Victor Diaz: 915-588-4716 or chaplain.chebeague@gmail.com.

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Chebeague Transportation Company Newsletter June 2025

Freight Policy Space on our ferries is limited, and we carry everything from groceries to home appliances. As personal and commercial freight increases, it’s more important than ever to follow our policies—and to consider using CTC’s barge service or Casco Bay Lines’ excellent freight service when appropriate—to help avoid delays. Commercial and bulk freight may only be transported on the 6:30/6:45am through 12:00/12:15pm ferries. Personal bags and groceries always take priority , and bulk freight will only be loaded if there’s enough room on the stern. Boat crew will not lift items over 50 lbs and will only load freight at their discretion. Only ten gas-powered appliances can be transported per trip. The sixth will have to wait for the next ferry. All unaccompanied shipments must be labeled with the customer’s name, and the office must be notified in advance. If your item is bulk or over 50 lbs, you must load it yourself. Freight fees for commercial and bulk items will be applied and billed by the office. If possible, please call ahead to pay. The deckhand may be able to help with billing questions. Left-behind freight : It happens! If your item doesn’t fit, the crew will recommend the next available trip. During busy holiday weekends, that might mean the last trip of the day— this is why we encourage moving large items early, before the “grocery rush”.

For full policies and current rates, visit CTCFerry.org.

Fourth of July Week is Coming! This is our busiest week of the year—please help us keep things moving:

“One More Night?”—Plan Ahead! Thinking of staying an extra night on Chebeague? Please plan ahead —parking may be limited. Our office is open Monday–Friday, 9:00am–3:30pm. If you’re unsure when you're leaving, consider buying an extra night —unused nights can be refunded. You can call the office during business hours to pay for additional parking if your plans change. All vehicles must display a valid permit or parking ticket —we

Buy tickets in advance and send them to your guests ahead of time. Label all your luggage —we see more lost-and found items during this week than any other time. Give yourself extra time for boarding and travel, especially midday.

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June Birthdays! Jack Uminski - 6/4 Peter Blake - 6/12 John Wilkinson - 6/12 Steve Churchill - 6/23

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CHEBEAGUE TRANSPORTATION COMPANY - JUNE SCHEDULE

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Thanks to the generosity of the Casco Bay Island Association, The Recompense Fund will be able to boost its 2025 total grant giving to Chebeague nonprofits by between $9,000 and $11,000. In giving this one-time contribution, the association asked that Recompense distribute the entire sum this year. The island association, which has closed down after 70 years of serving island communities, was founded in 1954 to address year’s Recompense grants to the organizations. This year, Recompense was able to boost grant awards by $11,000, thanks to the generosity of the Casco Bay Island Association. The island association closed down after 70 years of serving island communities, and donated part of its remaining money to Recompense, with the wish that the entire amount be given out this year. At Recompense, we continue to carefully grow our endowment while remaining committed to annual grants in support of pollution in Casco Bay, rotting wharves and to improve ferry service. But membership had shrunk, in large part because of the success of islands’ nonprofits in taking up these issues. At Recompense, we continue to carefully grow our endowment while remaining committed to annual grants in support of Chebeague nonprofits. In the past decade, Recompense has distributed $450,000 to nonprofits, and we are pleased to be able to continue increasing the amount we make in grants each year. While most endowments adhere to a 4% spending rule, Recompense grants range from 5-6% of the endowment. Recompense has also expanded its grant-giving policies to include operation costs, to reflect the changing needs of the island nonprofits. Recompense strives to remain a long-term, steady source of help to island nonprofits working to keep the community healthy and thriving. Please go to https://www.recompensefund.com for detailed information on grant applications, annual reports and profiles of island nonprofits. This year’s deadline for grant submissions is April 15. The board will confirm grant awards by the end of May. The Recompense Fund invites all Chebeaguers to the annual celebration honoring island nonprofits, on Monday August 11 at 5:30, at the Chebeague Recreation Center. This is the chance to hear from our island nonprofits on what they are working on and what they are working toward, and to note this

Chebeague nonprofits. In the past decade, Recompense has distributed $450,000 to nonprofits, and we are pleased to be able to continue increasing the amount we make in grants each year. Recompense strives to remain a long term, steady source of help to island nonprofits working to keep the community healthy and thriving. We thank our donors for their support! Please go to https://www.recompensefund. com to donate or for more information. Further details on the 2025 grants are coming soon!

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Fuel & Medication Assistance Please call Lola Armstrong at 420-0608 if you need help with fuel or medication assistance. All requests are confidential.

Please make sure that your house and mailbox have an address Our mail carriers and the Fire and Rescue Department will appr Please make sure that your house and mailbox have an address number. Our mail carriers and the Fire and Rescue Department will appreciate it.

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CHEBEAGUE ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY JUNE 2025 2025 - Making History Again!

2025 Schedule of Hours at the CIHS Exhibit Hall and Gift Shop: Saturday, June 14 th : 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, June 15 th : 1 to 4 p.m. Beginning on Saturday, June 21st: Mondays, and Wednesdays through Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays, 1 - 4 p.m. Closed Tuesdays.

CIHS Annual Membership Meeting Saturday June 21, 7 p.m. at the Island Council Hall

Everyone is welcome to attend the business meeting, the announcement of the Volunteer of The Year award, and a presentation by the intrepid Donna Damon, titled "Some of Chebeague's Revolutionary War Connections." Light refreshments will be served. Hope to see you there! Gift Shop News: Anne Brenton, Gift Shop Manager, says "We're excited to see our friends from near and far this summer. We look forward to your Museum visit and to show you our exciting new merchandise. Look for signs posted around the Island. As always, thanks for your support!

Binkie Boxer, Marguerite Bowman and David Rich weighed in on the May photo, but no one answered all questions correctly. The houses abutting the West End "Cricks" were built for members of the Ricker family. They are owned by Gary Ross and the Bowman Estate. The fish house on the right was given to Poochie Ross, and he moved it across the Cricks. He left it to Pat Murray who moved it next to his house. The smallest buildings were outhouses ! June Mystery Photo The original owner was a skilled island builder who built the Houghton and Frizzell homes for two of his cousins, who were like sisters to him. Who was the builder? The last Johnson resident was Mildred. What was her occupation? Answers to: info@ChebeagueHistory.org

May Mystery Photo

Your museum has history. It has herstory, too.

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Thinking About Selling Your Island Home This Summer?

Summer brings increased interest in island properties,

making it the ideal time to sell.

With expert advice, thoughtful preparation, extensive marketing, and a deep

understanding of the island market, we’re here to help you navigate the process

smoothly and confidently.

Have questions? Reach out to learn more about how we can help.

The Leonard Thompson Federle Team Your Island + Mainland Specialists Jane Leonard 207.831.9951 Karen Thompson 207.329.6729 Jodi Federle 207.215.4006

email: ltf@portsidereg.com

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SPECIAL EVENTS Plein Air (Outdoor Landscape) Painting with Natalie Gardener - First Saturdays monthly, starts 6/7, 10am-4pm. W/ instruction: $50/session or $200 for all five Dessert & Discussion, 6/10, 7-8pm Adrian Cole: Antony & Cleopatra Concert 6/14, 6:30 pm at the church: Sandy River Ramblers - donations for KP Travel Talk: Japan, Tues 6/17, 5pm Ursula King & Blackford Middleton serve Japanese appetizers and share their travel stories Pool Opening: Hoping for event 6/30 . Stay tuned on website Salsa Dance Classes - TBD! ORDER YOUR TICKETS FOR THE FROLIC @ THE INN SUNDAY, AUGUST 17, 6-9 PM APPETIZERS, DRINKS, AUCTION, RAFFLES, MUSIC, DANCING MC - JONNY MILLER!

ONGOING PROGRAMS Personal fitness training w/Bill Mon-Weds 5:30-7 pm, or by appt Teen Center Fri 7-9pm, Sats TBD Yoga w/Hayley Mon, Weds, Fri 12:00-1:00pm Pick-up pickleball games Weds/Fri 5-7pm and Sunday 3-5p Mahjong - Wednesdays @ 1:30p beginners welcome! Mini Golf - Come enjoy! Kids’ Place Early Learning has spots available for both seasonal or year-round children 6mo-5 y/o Summer Camp at the Rec! weekly for 10 weeks starts June 18th

JULY 4 EVENTS: TH PREREG: FUN RUN + ADULT ROAD RACE ORDER AHEAD: LOBSTER ROLL LUNCH

TO SUPPORT KIDS’ PLACE - $25 ENJOY POST-PARADE PICNIC @ CRC- 12:30

BECOME A MEMBER!

JOIN, VOLUNTEER, OR DONATE FOR THE HEALTH OF YOU AND FOR THE COMMUNITY! WWW.CHEBEAGUERECREATION.ORG

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The Chebeague Island Council presents

Donations accepted June 1- July 31 We accept clean, gently used clothing, bedding, and household items. Please place items inside the front door. Grand Opening Saturday, June 21 at 9 am. We are open Tuesdays 9-noon and 7-8 pm and select Saturday mornings. Schoolhouse Seconds

Schoolhouse Seconds is a run by a marvelous group of hardworking volunteers. Would you like to join us?

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Update on 553 South Road! We’re excited to announce that the modular boxes have been set and the well has been drilled at the new duplex. We also have electricians, plumbers and HVAC technicians all in the process of completing their finish work!

Scan the QR code below to apply Application will be Live until Mid-June

Are you looking for a way to volunteer on Chebeague? We have a variety of volunteer opportunities available this month. Email us at admin@cicachebeague.org

For more information visit: www.cicachebeague.org/housing

SUMMER CAMPS

CHEBEAGUE ISLAND 2025 4TH OF JULY LINEUP! 8am - Kids Fun Run @ CRC 9am - Road Race @ CRC 11:30am - Parade muster @ The Inn - Theme: Heaven on Earth - ending @ School 12:30-2pm The Post-Parade Picnic is back! BBQ @ Vol Field. $5 for a plate, bring your own chair! Kids’ Place Lobster Roll Fundraiser pickup @ the Rec! 3 pm - Music on the lawn @ the Inn FREE ENTRY 04

To sign up for the runs or to reserve your lobster roll at www.chebeaguerecreation.org

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Notes From The Council

Volunteerism is a bedrock of this island community. Chebeague Island nonprofits take on tremendous responsibilities and obligations to support and enhance our lives. The town boards and committee members contribute countless hours and expertise to keep our town running. As we enter the busy season, please consider reaching out to a nonprofit and offering your time. There are many opportunities to support these groups that do so much. There is a volunteer information bulletin board in the Community Center, next to the library door. We invite nonprofits to post volunteer needs. There will be a list of the

organizations with contact numbers for visitors and neighbors to reach out to if they can help. Schoolhouse Seconds will begin accepting donations on June 1 st . This Council program has provided incredible “deals” to shoppers for years. The grand opening will be Saturday, June 21. The July 4 th parade is coming! Plan those floats! The theme of this year’s parade is “Heaven on Earth.” Our parade marshal is none other than the esteemed Sheila Jordan. Chedemption is ramping up! We’d love some help from volunteers to help sort and move bottles and cans off the island.

June 6-8, 2025

Chebeague Island has been selected for a wildfire mitigation project by Team Rubicon and the Maine State Forest Service. These services of being offered free of charge to our island community thanks to the efforts Kent Nelson at the Maine Forest Service. Team Rubicon is a veteran- led humanitarian organization that serves communities before, during, and after disasters and crises. Founded following the Haiti earthquake in 2010, the organization has grown to more than 160,000 volunteers across the United States and has launched over 1,100 operations domestically and internationally. On the weekend of June 6 -8 , 2025, Team Rubicon will be on Chebeague to trim vegetation in some high -risk areas to reduce the island’s wildfire risk. The town and members of Chebeague Fire & Rescue and the Chebeague Climate Action Team will be helping to coordinate Team Rubicon’s visit and activities. Details are still being finalized but we are looking for additional community volunteers to help support the Team’s effort s. We expect that we will need help with trucks and tractors to assist with brush loading and transport during the trimming efforts, help feeding and housing the crew, and other logistical support. A community dinner with Team Rubicon and Maine Forest Service is planned for Saturday June 7 th (same day as Town Meeting) . W e hope the community will join us for this celebratory gathering and show their appreciation for Team Rubicon’s volunteer service. Stay tuned - m ore information will be forthcoming on the T own website. If you would like to offer to help with the project please contact the town office at 846 - 3148 or email clerk@townofchebeagueisland.org and put Team Rubicon in the subject line.

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Watercolor/Pen & Ink HOME PORTRAITS by Sally Crapser

IDEAL GIFT FOR ANNIVERSARY * BIRTHDAY * CHRISTMAS * HOUSEWARMING * MEMENTO Call, text or email me for further information and pricing. 860-604-9671 (cell) • 846-3043 (landline) • sallycrapser@gmail.com

July 7th-11th/August 4th-8th 9:30am-12:30pm • Ages 5-11 • $125 5 Sign up now at chebeaguefarm@gmail.com

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CHEDEMPTION Celebrating 40+ Years

1,263,478* cans and bottles packed and shipped off the island thanks to thousands of volunteer hours… Maine was one of the first states to enact a returnable bottle bill in the US. Enacted in 1976 to reduce roadside litter and increase recycling it faced opposition from beverage distributors but passed into law with a peoples’ referendum. How it came to Chebeague… In the early 1980’S,Gail Miller, a member of the Island Council and Tom Calder, transfer station attendant, got chatting about all the cans and bottles being thrown away. They got the bright idea that maybe there was some way to recycle all those cans and bottles to benefit the island’s non profits. Gail took the idea back to the Island Council and the council and early supporters Mac Passano and Beth Howe helped get a trailer to transport boxes to Chandlers. Frank and Marianne Durgin and family built the shed still in use today. So Chebeague Redemption or Chedemption was born! Glass bottles were counted and packed into banana boxes and cans and plastic bottles into bags and Gail would back the trailer down on to Chandlers wharf.(An incredible feat, not for the faint of heart.) With a teen she would bribe with a soda and chips, they would stack the boxes onto pallets for CBL to take to Portland and then be picked up by a redemption center. 12 or 13 non profits and their volunteers would pack the boxes and the volume continued to increase. In the 1990’s the baton was passed to Laura Summa and Bob Earnest as trailer driver, and the school kids were stacking and shrink wrapping the pallets.

Chedemption continued to grow and getting enough banana boxes and a redemption center willing and able to take the boxes became almost impossible. Concern about kids safety was raised as some of the boxes weighed half of what the kids did. The task of packing and shipping became overwhelming. Unwilling to see Chedemption to die, as it was providing needed monies to the non profits and removing trash from the waste stream a group calling themselves The Baggettes stepped in. Banana box shortages and willing redemption centers on the mainland continued to be problematic.Then COVID came along. Chedemption paused as there were no redemption centers operating. Finally someone came up with trying to use CLYNK. (an idea we had ruled out earlier as bags with glass seemed risky)It was a MIRACLE!!!! No more counting and sorting and tallying and stacking and shrink wrapping and hauling to Chandlers. Thanks to all who help Chedemption continue. Casco Bay Lines who provide cages for the bags and free of charge transport them to Portland for pickup by CLYNK. In the summer season it’s often 100 plus bags in 8 to 10 cages shipped weekly. A HUGE THANK YOU to all the hundreds of volunteers for helping remove the thousands of pounds of recylable cans and bottles out of Chebeague’s waste stream. Thank You to all continue to make Chedemption happen! *No clue how many cans and bottles Chedemption has pulled out of the wastestream...LOTS!!!

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JUNE 2025 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 10 11 12 5 13 8 9 3 4 1 2 14 7 6 Library Closed Town Meeting 9am Hall Community Dinner Ladies Aid 11am Parish House CCC Worship Teen Time If you would like your event listed on this Calendar please email the Council at Chebeagueislandcouncil@gmail.com by the 20 th of the month. 17 18 19 24 25 26 20 22 CIHS Gift Shop 16 23 30 29 21 27 28 15 Team Rubican at the Hall CCC Worship CCC Worship Father’s Day opens 10-4pm CCC Worship Wellness Center RN 9-11:30am Ladies Aid 11am Parish House Ladies Aid 11am Parish House Library Closed CIL Sory Time 10:30am Ramblers Concert 6:30 pm @ The Church CIHS Gift Shop opens 10-4pm Wellness Center RN 9-11:30am Ladies Aid 11am Parish House Book CLub 7pm at Library CIL Story Time 10:30am School House Seconds Grand Opening 9am CIHS Annual Meeting 7pm at the Hall CIL Story Time 10:30am Whalers Concert 7pm at Church First Day of Summer Commons Party 4:30pm Dessert and Discussion Adrian Cole: Antony and Cleopatra 7-8 pm at CRC Travel Talk 5pm at CRC July 4 Piano Concert 7pm Church

Fun run @9, Road Race 5K @10, Lobster Roll Lunch pickup 11-1,

BBQ after the parade

CCC Worship

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