November 1 at the Grange Hall in Danbury
Press release
Come rock and roll to ’50s and ’60s music. The Blazing Star Grange Sock Hop in June was such a success that Carl Hultberg is setting up his turntables again and bringing his huge collection of 45s to spin some classic rock tunes at the Blazing Star Grange Hall on Saturday, November 1, in Danbury […]
November 22 from 8 AM to 1 PM
By Sandy Miller, Andover Congregational Church
Work on the Andover Congregational Church steeple should be completed by the time you read this article. The rain slowed progress slightly. A big “Thank you!” to John and Joyce Bourdon and their “friends” for their hard work on this project. Our next undertaking is a revamping of the Church parking lot. Plans have been […]
Raffle tickets for gift basket available
By Mary Ofenloch, President, ASC
The second meeting of the Andover Service Club (ASC) in their new venue at the Highland Lake Grange Hall took place on October 8. Business reports were made, refreshments were served, and guest speaker Jane King presented an informative program on Energy Medicine. The Bake Sale at the rail trail Run and Ride for the […]
Service Club raises money for scholarships
By Margo Coolidge, Andover Service Club
It’s pie time! Delicious (and convenient) homemade pies will be for sale just in time for Thanksgiving on Tuesday and Wednesday, November 25 and 26, from 11 AM to 6 PM at the Circle K convenience store in Cilleyville. There will be an assortment available – first come, first served – for $9 apiece. Each pie is lovingly made by a member […]
Breakfast and lunch at the Bistro
Press release
Saturday, November 1, marks the opening Winter Market day for Blazing Star Grange’s eighth season of bringing farmers, crafters, and local producers together with the local community that wishes live a buy-local life. To celebrate, a market bag toting Grange colors and market information will be gifted to each and every customer (while supplies last) […]
Colby-Sawyer College at 10 AM
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Scuba, canoeing, winter camping ... and more!
By Doug Bent, Scoutmaster
The start of the school year also brings the start of Boy Scouts for the 2014-15 year. Any boy who has finished the fifth grade or is 12 or older is welcome to join. Meetings are Monday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 PM at the Annex (formerly the Hamp House) unless otherwise noted. The first meeting was held on […]
Pie sales coming up in November
By Mary Ofenloch, President, Andover Service Club
On Wednesday, September 10, the Andover Service Club (ASC) met at the Highland Lake Grange Hall for the opening session of its 56th year of service to the community. After welcoming returning members and a guest, the Executive Board presented longtime member Joyce Egge with a farewell gift as she and her husband, Bill, begin a […]
Chinese auction goes smoothly
By Amanda Gross, AF&G volunteer
There’s nothing like a summer barbecue, especially one you don’t have to prepare yourself! The Andover Fish and Game Club (AF&G) was pleased to provide a delicious, inexpensive meal to almost 200 locals at its annual Famous Beef Barbecue on August 23. A Chinese Auction, as always, followed the meal. The auction went much more […]
Church and Sunday School at 9:30 AM
By Sandy Miller, ACC
Work on the Andover Congregational Church (ACC) steeple continues under the direction of John Bourdon. He has a bird’s eye view of the village from way up there – scary to watch! The East Andover Village Preschool building was recently painted on the outside, and new duct work for the furnace is planned to be installed […]