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Chebeague Island Council Calendar

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#6 | June 2026

About the Cover

F or the fourth year in a row, Piping Plovers have established two nests at Indian Point/the Hook! Here are a few reminders about how to help protect these very vulnerable visitors: • Dogs are not permitted at Indian Point/the Hook until July 31st.

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• Stay clear of fenced areas marked by signs. Please observe the birds from a distance. • Fill holes in the sand so no chicks are inadvertently trapped. • Do NOT fly drones or kites – if you can see the drone or kite, so can the plovers. Plovers mistake them for predators and leave their nests and young to ward off the intruders, put ting both at risk. • ake your trash and food scraps with

you when you leave the beach for the day. Garbage attracts predators. • Notify Maine Audubon of any disturbances 207-245-2353 and Town of Che beague Island Animal Control 203-675-3984. • It is a federal and state offense to disturb these birds – Fines up to $25,000 and potential jail time are real consequences. These birds are monitored by plover teams - Thank you for your support and co operation as we protect these fragile birds that have chosen Chebeague Island to raise their families! 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.

Contents Chebeague Island Library

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Island Commons

The Recompense Fund

CTC News

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Chebeague Community Church 10 Chebeague Island Historical Society 11 Chebeague Island Recreation Center 13 Notes From The Council 19 June Calendar 20 Publisher Chebeague Island Council Board Members Lola Armstrong, Christine Auffant, Deb Hall, Denise Hamilton, Tricia Haines, Sarah Hopkins, Diane Pigula, 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 Peggy Akers RN will be at the Wellness Center on Wednesday, June 10 th & 24 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!

Do you have a Primary Care Provider? Are you here for the summer and need a local healthcare Provider?

We are pleased to announce that a new healthcare provider is coming to Chebeague.You can learn more about her practice at carleprimarycare.com. Please join us on June 17 th , 10:30AM at the Hall for coffee hour to meet Emily Carle FNP and learn about the services she can bring to Chebeague.

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

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

Island Commons

Save the Dates!

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

RED STUDIO OPEN SATURDAYS 10AM-12PM

Cocktail/Mocktail Party Friday, June 19th

Our waitlist is growing for open rooms—if you’re considering Island Commons, don’t wait. Call us soon for more info. Join our Waitlist!

at the Commons Light Refreshements 4:30pm-6:30pm

Chebeague Cares is now full, Please call to get on the waitlist to reserve services. Adult Day Program Chebeague Cares

Bay Mist Cruise Sunday July 19th Boarding 4:15pm Cruise 4:45-6:45pm Get your tickets now! (scan below)

Island commons also offers an adult day program where you can drop a loved one off at IC for the day, or respite care where your loved one can stay with us for a minimimun of two weeks.

Employment Opportunities

Call: 207-846-5610

Application time! All Chebeague Island nonprofits are invited to apply for 2026 grants from The Recompense Fund. Grant guide lines will be available at: https://www.recompensefund.com/ In 2025, Recompense distributed $89,580 to nine island nonprofits, and two $500 grants for teacher appreciation week and to the Whalers. The larger grants went to: The Chebeague Cumberland Land Trust ($7,911) to support restoration of Indian Point Chebeague Community Church ($7,776) for the music program Chebeague Island Historical Grant applications are in, and The Recompense Fund board members get to do the fun part of our mission, which is giving money to Chebeague Island nonprofits. Stay tuned for the awards and amounts. In 2025, Recompense distributed $89,580 to nine island nonprofits, and two $500 grants for teacher appreciation week and to the Whalers. The larger grants went to: The Chebeague Cumberland Land Trust ($7,911) to support restoration of Indian Point Chebeague Community Church ($7,776) for the music program Chebeague Island Historical Society ($9,740) for environmental controls Chebeague Island Commons ($15,269) to defray employees’ transportation costs Chebeague Recreation Center ($7,699) toward the pool’s heat exchanger Chebeague Transportation Company ($8,411) toward repairs to the barge engine Kids’ Place ($10,086) for heat pumps Chebeague Island Library ($9,971) to update the nonfiction collection Stephen Ross Foundation ($11,703) for island students’ higher education scholarships Please visit https://www.recompensefund.com/ for information on our mission. Society ($9,740) for environmental controls Chebeague Island Commons ($15,269) to defray employees’ transportation costs Chebeague Recreation Center ($7,699) toward the pool’s heat exchanger Chebeague Transportation Company ($8,411) toward repairs to the barge engine Kids’ Place ($10,086) for heat pumps Chebeague Island Library ($9,971) to update the nonfiction collection Stephen Ross Foundation ($11,703) for island students’ higher education scholarships The Recompense Fund deeply appreciates the ongoing support of our donors.

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Newsletter Chebeague Transportation Company

June 2026

CTC Annual Meeting The CTC Annual Meeting will be held July 18 at the Chebeague Island Hall, starting at 9am. All are welcome to attend but you must be a member to vote for directors. The meeting notice, ballot and proxy form will be sent via email this year. Please contact the office if you need to update your email address.If you are unsure whether you are a member, please give us a call and we’ll be happy to let you know! th

Summer Office Hours Monday through Thursday 9:00am-3:30pm Friday from 9am - 1:30pm (207)846-3700 Purchase tickets at CTCFerry.org!

Peak Season Barging Memorial Day has come and gone which means it’s officially summer!

Peak season barging to Cousins Island can only take place on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - tide dependent of course! If you need barging on any other days please call the office to schedule a trip “up the river” to Yankee Marina.

Last Day of School! The last day of school for Yarmouth and Chebeague will be June 18 (Thursday) . The 7:05/7:20am and 2:50/3:05pm school trips will end for the season on June 18 and resume at the end of August. Keep an eye out for any announcements and changes as we approach the end of the school year! th Freight, freight freight! When ridership goes up in the summer, so does the amount of freight. We recommend counting your personal items, labeling your bags in case they get lost, and calling us if you are sending something over on the ferry unattended (or let the crew/ bus-driver know). Also, please know that freight fees may apply depending on the item. (example: kayaks are $25 one way).

Goose wants to remind everyone that bringing your rain coat to the ferry is always a good idea, even on sunny days!

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CHEBEAGUE TRANSPORTATION COMPANY - JUNE SCHEDULE

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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.

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The May 2nd Potluck Dinner was great. Thanks to everyone who set up, cooked, ate, and cleaned up! And thanks especially to Grace Groothoff, from the Hall Board, for herding the cats.

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CHEBEAGUE COMMUNITY CHURCH

June 2026

Pastoral Care & Chaplaincy Support

Church & Community Gatherings

June 7th - 1st Sunday Communion at 10am in the Sanctuary and Zoom June 6th - Sandy River Ramblers at 6:30pm

If you or someone you love is in need of spiritual support, prayer, a listening presence, hospice accompaniment, or a hospital/home visit, our Chaplain is available to walk alongside you with care and compassion. Confidential listening sessions and pastoral care are available to all members of the island community, regardless of church affiliation. To connect or request support, please contact Chaplain Victor at 207-846-4106 or chaplain.chebeague@gmail.com You belong. YANA — You Are Not Alone.

June 14, and 28th - Gathering at 10am in the Sanctuary and Zoom June 20th - Macbeth concert at 7pm

June 21st - Father’s Day - Sunday Gathering at 10am in the Sanctuary and Zoom June 28th - Whaler’s Concert at 5:30pm in the Sanctuary, followed by potluck celebration in the Parish House Bible Study - Mondays - 4pm on Zoom Current Book: Bible Background by Glenn Thompson. Email gjbrown58a@gmail.com for more info WEEKLY

Ladies Aid - Thursdays - 11am-2pm. All are Welcome. Bring your own lunch.

Whalers Practice - Tuesdays 7pm in the Parish House.

Chebeague Community Kitchen

CCC currently operates by appointment only. Gathering Spaces at CCC

A community pantry. Open to all. Missing an ingredient or pantry staple? Please know our pantry is available to the whole island community. Take what you need. If able, you’re welcome to donate or replace items another time. Special dietary needs or requests? kitchen.chebeague@gmail.com Donations accepted in person or online.

If you are interested in using our buildings for meetings, weddings, memorials, or funerals, please reach out to: church.chebeague@gmail.com

Mother’s Day Celebration

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SCHOOL HOUSE SECONDS

School House Seconds is accepting donations beginning June 1! Please place them in the building inside the front door. *Stay tuned for our June Grand Opening date. It will be advertised on Chebeague.org and on Facebook.* Reminder: Please inspect your items for rips, stains, mouse droppings, etc., as we’re only able to sell items that are clean, and gently used. Those unsellable items (torn or stained) clothes, bedding, other fabric items or shoes may be brought to the transfer station’s Apparel Impact bin. Note: For safety reasons we’re unable to accept life jackets, bike helmets or bicycles. For space reasons, we’re not able to accept large appliances or furniture. Your donations to School House Seconds support Island Council projects such as Fuel Assistance, Health Clinic, & Soup Lunches. Thank you!

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Fun Run @9am - $5 Road Race @10 - $15 Lobster Roll Lunch pickup 11:30-1:30 @Rec Picnic after the parade - hotdog/ burger, melon, chips - $10 Register for runs & preorder lobster rolls on our website*

Music! Saturday June 6 - 5:00 pm Potluck @ Parish House and 6:15 pm Sandy River Ramblers concert @ Church! th. Art! “Brush up on Painting” Plein Air class with Natalie Gardner - Two Thursday Sessions 9-11am: June 18th and June 25th Carwash! June 19 , 3-5pm @ Rec th Pool! Big Splash Pool opening June 19th, conditions permitting - see website*

WELCOME TO THE TEAM HANNAH!

THE FROLIC SUNDAY, AUGUST 16TH, 5-9 PM @ THE INN dinner, drinks, fundraising, Raffles, music, Dancing MC - Jonny Miller!

APRIL VACATION BEACH CLEANUP!

Join today for door code, discounts, alerts, and special member events*

*WWW.CHEBEAGUERECREATION.ORG 382 NORTH RD, CHEBEAGUE ISLAND, ME 04017 207-846-5068 CHEBEAGUERECREATION@GMAIL.COM

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CHEBEAGUE ISLAND FIRE AND RESCUE

PLEASE PLACE YOUR HOUSE NUMBER ON MAILBOXES AND HOUSE

THE CHEBEAGUE ISLAND FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT IS HERE TO SERVE YOU. WE CAN’T HELP YOU IF WE CAN’T FIND YOU. Please make sure your house number is visible. Please post your address

on the fridge, so that your renters or guests know your address. House numbers are available at the Town Office CALL 911 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

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4TH OF JULY PARADE 250 YEARS

the pursuit of happiness Saturday, July 4, 2026 Muster at the Inn at 11:00 Parade starts at 11:30

Brought to you by the Chebeague Island Council

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Notes From The Council

Dear Neighbors, Welcome back to our summer residents! You may notice several changes around town since the fall. Work is finishing on the library’s new addition, which will provide a quiet workspace and designated areas for meetings and presentations. While Doughty’s Island Market is taking a break until May 2027, plans are underway for a market across from the Slow Bell. The Slow Bell is also preparing for the summer season with food, drinks, and live music. The town meeting will be held on Saturday, June 6, at 9:00 AM. Many thanks to the Finance Committee and Select Board for their extensive work on the budget.

Work has begun on the Stone Pier, where boring samples were recently collected. Thankfully, work has been completed on Chandler’s Wharf. Start planning those floats and golf carts! The theme of this year’s 4 th of July parade is The Pursuit of Happiness, as we celebrate 250 years of our country. Finally, Schoolhouse Seconds will begin accepting donations on June 1st. Proceeds go directly toward Council programs, including the Wellness Center and Fuel Assistance. Thank you for your continued support of the best shopping experience on Casco Bay!

July 6th-10th/August 3rd-7th 9:30am-12:30pm • Ages 5-11 • $125 Sign up now at chebeaguefarm@gmail.com

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JUNE 2026 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 8 9 1 2 10 11 3 12 6 Ladies Aid 11am-2pm Parish House 13 4 5 Teen Time - Library D-Day Library Closed Bible Background @ 4pm on Zoom. See Church ad on pg 10 for details Whalers Practice 7pm @ Parish House 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. 15 16 17 22 23 24 18 19 Juneteeth Library Closed Carwash 3-5pm CRC Pool Opens CRC Commons Party 4:30pm 25 26 Painting Class 9-11am @ CRC CTC Annual Meeting 9am @ the Hall Ladies Aid 11am-2pm Parish House Ladies Aid 11am-2pm Parish House Book Club 7pm Library 20 Wentworth Grad Party 27 Story Time 10:30 Library 3-6pm @ Slowbell Cafe Story Time 10:30 Library Macbeth Concert 7pm Story Time 10:30 Library Peggy Akers, RN @ Wellnes Center 9-11:30am Painting Class 9-11am @ CRC Ladies Aid 11am-2pm Parish House Whalers Practice 7pm @ Parish House Potluck 5pm/Sandy River Ramblers 6:30pm @ the Church Whalers Practice 7pm @ Parish House Whalers Practice 7pm @ Parish House Bible Background @ 4pm on Zoom. See Church ad on pg 10 for details Bible Background @ 4pm on Zoom. See Church ad on pg 10 for details Peggy Akers, RN @ Wellnes Center 9-11:30am Bible Background @ 4pm on Zoom. See Church ad on pg 10 for details Emily Carle @ 10:30am @ The Hall

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