Library Day at blueberry farm

WILTON — The annual “Library Day” will be held at the Wilton Blueberry Farm on Saturday, Aug. 4.

The proceeds of all sales of blueberries on that day will be contributed to the Wilton Free Public Library.

“The crop arrived early and is bountiful,” according to farm owners Irving Faunce and Jan Collins. “So, we decided to make this fund-raising event part of the Blueberry Festival rather than wait until later in the season.”

The farm is open Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pick-your-own berries are $1.60 per pound.

Ukulele players entertain

NEW VINEYARD — The Merry Plinksters, a newly formed group of ukulele players, recently entertained at a membership potluck supper of the New Vineyard Historical Society.

Thirty-five people enjoyed the supper, followed by a short meeting of the Historical Society, presided over by Sherwood Anderson, president.

After the meeting adjourned, those attending enjoyed a “sing-a-long evening” accompanied by ukulele players Loraine Norton, Elaine Wells, Becky Errington, Pam Moore and Marcia Cook led by the instructor, Mike Burd of Industry.

The group’s finale, The William Tell Overture, was played by ukuleles and kazoos, earning the group a standing ovation.

In 2010 Burd began offering a Uke 101 enrichment class through RSU 9’s Adult Education Program. In response to some participants wanting to continue beyond the initial four weeks, the idea for an ongoing instructional and fellowship group was formed. While the adult ed class is still offered each fall and spring the option to continue and join the group is offered to all. For more information on the group or classes, contact Mike through the Adult Ed office at 778-3460.

Back to School Shop n’ Swap

FAYETTE — The Fayette School & Home Association Back to School Shop n’ Swap will take place from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 11, at Fayette Central School.

The association will be distributing free school supplies to Fayette children and The Fayette Baptist Church Hope Chest will be hosting a children’s clothing swap, sizes newborn to juniors, for 10 cents per item or bring articles to swap.

Donations of clothing, school supplies and gently used backpacks can be dropped off at the Underwood Memorial Library or the Fayette Town Office during regular business hours until Aug. 9. For more information contact Jennifer at 685-4172.

Phillips church open-air cafe

PHILLIPS — On Friday, Aug. 17, there will be an open-air cafe under the tent on the Phillips Community Church lawn from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Snacks, coffee and cold drinks will be available to carry out or eat at the cafe.

Those wishing may donate snacks, such as muffins, cupcakes, cookies, etc., preferably individually-wrapped, which can be left at the church from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 16, or after 6:30 a.m. Friday. Benefits the Phillips Community Church Women’s Group. For information call Joan Adams at 639-2539 or Barbara Gardiner at 684-3394.

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