Cemetery association to open bids

PERU — The Demerritt Cemetery Association will have the annual meeting at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 21, at the Peru Town Office for the opening of cemetery maintenance bids and the annual election of officers. Anyone interested is welcome to attend.

Women’s Club to hear guest speaker

LIVERMORE — The GFWC/Livermore Falls Women’s Club will meet at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 26, at the Masonic Hall, Church Street.

Stephanie Crowe from SEARCH (Seek Elderly Alone, Renew Courage and Hope). will speak about the services the organization provides, how the program is most effective and what volunteer opportunities may be available for members. She may also speak about other services Catholic Charities offers.

The March meeting was canceled due to weather and that meeting has been rescheduled at the Harris House on Thursday, May 24.

The General Federation of Women’s Club will celebrate 128 years on Tuesday, April 24. It is an international women’s organization dedicated to community improvement by enhancing the lives of others through volunteer service.

For more information, contact Ellen at ggeh@roadrunner.com.

Finnish Cemetery Association meeting

WEST PARIS — The Finnish Cemetery Association meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 24, at the Mission Congregational Church, Church Street.

Reports will be given and election of officers held. All persons having connections with the cemetery are invited to attend.

Those interested in joining the association are invited to attend.

Homemakers to hear garden tips

CHESTERVILLE — The North Chesterville Extension Homemakers will meet at 6:45 p.m. Tuesday, April 24, in the Chesterville Town Office.

The topic will be “Gardening Tips,” presented by Robin Jordan of Robin’s Flower Pot.

All meetings are free and open to the public. For more information, call 207-778-3156.

Volunteers needed for Memorial Day parade

LIVERMORE FALLS — The Memorial Day Committee will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 24, at the George Bunten Post 10, American Legion, Reynolds Avenue.

Diane Getz said she needs help this year from individuals and groups or there will not be a Memorial Day parade. “No one can do this by themselves, so if the towns of Livermore, Jay and Livermore Falls want to see a parade this year, volunteers are needed,” she said.

This is the community’s parade. It may take a little effort to plan and build a float, but groups like sport teams, school bands, the SMART robotics team, AYS and other organizations are being asked to step up and agree to march or ride.

The parade usually features fire departments and police cars, but businesses, volunteers and local town officials can also participate. Memorial Day is Monday, May 28.

Bethel Rotary hosting May Day run/walk

BETHEL — The Bethel Rotary will host the third annual May Day 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, May 12. Race start time is 10 a.m. with day-of-race registration beginning at 8:30 at the Crescent Park School.

Register online at runreg.com/bethel-rotary-may-day-5K.

Free commemorative T-shirts will be given to the first 100 registrants. Registration fee is $15 for participants age 18; free for all participants under 18.

Event proceeds benefit after-school or enrichment programs for local youth.