President's Message
Dear Members and Friends,
Looking back over the 2016 summer months, it all seems a blur of exciting activity for BHHS! We had a well-attended kayak/canoe trip on the Saco - Cruising the River II. We put in at Skelton Dam and after our scenic trip UP the Saco, we were greeted by John and Kathy Larry as we landed at their lovely riverside picnic site in Bar Mills. (I must disclose that because of a painful right arm, I was towed much of the way by hubby, who took pity me. Thank you, Brent!) Once again, following the “cruise”, we enjoyed a plentiful BBQ and good conversation in the wonderful Burt and Barbara Pease barn in Bar Mills, an annual favorite destination.
Our gratitude to the Larry’s and Pease’s, as well as to old and new friends who came along on the trip!
A very successful fundraiser was held in August—the Benefit Bash in the Brewster Barn, which replaced the Box Lunch Social Auction of several prior years. (Please note all the “b’s” in the event title!) The theme for the evening was “b’s” and “bees”, so the color was yellow: napkins, tablecloths, etc. were yellow and the yellow frosted cake was decorated with bees. We had such hilarity planning this wonderful evening! 105 people reserved their places. We’ve had many reports that the large pieces cut from 18 assorted homemade pies were enticing and delectable; and, if audience attention was any measure, the appraisals by Bruce Buxton, were an especially huge hit. So, “bee” sure to see the follow up article of the event written by Martha Muldoon later in this newsletter! Hope you will plan to join the fun next year!
We are looking forward to a busy autumn of programing. Be sure to check our program listings for details of the September 20 program on stone rubbing with Paul Barasel, the October 15 Memorial Fountain re-dedication and the October 18 program on historic funeral customs with Chad Poitras.
Our first major exhibit, All Roads Lead to Bar Mills, is nearing completion, after many months (actually, two years!) of steady volunteer visioning, creativity and hard work! Be among the first to tour the exhibit! Attend an Exhibit Preview at our 2016 Annual Meeting Pot Luck Supper on Saturday, November 5th. A video presentation of the exhibit is also being created in conjunction with Saco River Community Television, for first floor exhibit viewing by visitors not able to access the second floor. The official Bar Mills Exhibit Grand Opening will be held in the spring of 2017 on Saturday, April 8 from10 A.M. - 3 P. M. (More information on this to follow in our spring newsletter.)
This fall we are also preparing storage for an exciting newly gifted vintage clothing collection from Dorcas Society President, Carla Turner. During the winter months, we hope to continue to chip away on our capital projects and have time to accession a number of recently gifted family treasures. Strategic planning is also on our radar for the fall and winter months, so stay tuned for more on this as we go forward.
We look forward to seeing many of you at our entertaining and informative fall programing. Visit our website www.buxtonhollishistorical.org and www.bhhsnewsletter.weebly.com for more information.
Best Wishes for a Happy Autumn,
Jan Hill, President
Looking back over the 2016 summer months, it all seems a blur of exciting activity for BHHS! We had a well-attended kayak/canoe trip on the Saco - Cruising the River II. We put in at Skelton Dam and after our scenic trip UP the Saco, we were greeted by John and Kathy Larry as we landed at their lovely riverside picnic site in Bar Mills. (I must disclose that because of a painful right arm, I was towed much of the way by hubby, who took pity me. Thank you, Brent!) Once again, following the “cruise”, we enjoyed a plentiful BBQ and good conversation in the wonderful Burt and Barbara Pease barn in Bar Mills, an annual favorite destination.
Our gratitude to the Larry’s and Pease’s, as well as to old and new friends who came along on the trip!
A very successful fundraiser was held in August—the Benefit Bash in the Brewster Barn, which replaced the Box Lunch Social Auction of several prior years. (Please note all the “b’s” in the event title!) The theme for the evening was “b’s” and “bees”, so the color was yellow: napkins, tablecloths, etc. were yellow and the yellow frosted cake was decorated with bees. We had such hilarity planning this wonderful evening! 105 people reserved their places. We’ve had many reports that the large pieces cut from 18 assorted homemade pies were enticing and delectable; and, if audience attention was any measure, the appraisals by Bruce Buxton, were an especially huge hit. So, “bee” sure to see the follow up article of the event written by Martha Muldoon later in this newsletter! Hope you will plan to join the fun next year!
We are looking forward to a busy autumn of programing. Be sure to check our program listings for details of the September 20 program on stone rubbing with Paul Barasel, the October 15 Memorial Fountain re-dedication and the October 18 program on historic funeral customs with Chad Poitras.
Our first major exhibit, All Roads Lead to Bar Mills, is nearing completion, after many months (actually, two years!) of steady volunteer visioning, creativity and hard work! Be among the first to tour the exhibit! Attend an Exhibit Preview at our 2016 Annual Meeting Pot Luck Supper on Saturday, November 5th. A video presentation of the exhibit is also being created in conjunction with Saco River Community Television, for first floor exhibit viewing by visitors not able to access the second floor. The official Bar Mills Exhibit Grand Opening will be held in the spring of 2017 on Saturday, April 8 from10 A.M. - 3 P. M. (More information on this to follow in our spring newsletter.)
This fall we are also preparing storage for an exciting newly gifted vintage clothing collection from Dorcas Society President, Carla Turner. During the winter months, we hope to continue to chip away on our capital projects and have time to accession a number of recently gifted family treasures. Strategic planning is also on our radar for the fall and winter months, so stay tuned for more on this as we go forward.
We look forward to seeing many of you at our entertaining and informative fall programing. Visit our website www.buxtonhollishistorical.org and www.bhhsnewsletter.weebly.com for more information.
Best Wishes for a Happy Autumn,
Jan Hill, President