Rumford Hospital seeking scholarship applicants

RUMFORD — Applications are now being accepted for the Peg Blouin Nursing Scholarship.

New nursing students pursuing either an associate degree or bachelor’s degree in nursing are welcome to apply for the $1,250 scholarship. The scholarship is open to those pursing nursing degrees at any stage in life.

The recipient will be selected the Rumford Hospital Nursing Leadership Committee.

The fund was established in 2009 after Blouin retired from Rumford Hospital after working 42 years as a registered nurse. Blouin received an auxiliary scholarship which allowed her to earn her nursing degree, and wished to give back to the community.

Applications must be postmarked by June 17.

FMI, apply: 207-369-1232.

Leader In Training program

FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farmington Fitness and Recreation Center is offering a Leader In Training program in conjunction with its Summer Daze Camp.

The program is geared toward children ages 13 to 16. It offers team-building, communication training, CPR/first aid certification, field trips and the opportunity to make new friends.

The program will be offered in one-week sessions from June 20 through Aug. 5. Cost is $105 per session.

FMI: 207-778-7138, frc.umf.maine.edu.

UMF Summer Daze Camp

FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farmington Fitness and Recreation Center is now accepting registrations for its Summer Daze Camp.

The camp operates for seven weeklong sessions beginning June 20 at the Fitness and Recreation Center. The program is geared toward children in grades one through six; kindergartners with permission.

Activities include swimming, water games, field trips, sports, arts and crafts and field games.

Cost is $130 per session for members or $155 per session for nonmembers. An additional $10 is required for a camp T-shirt.

FMI: 207-778-7138, frc.umf.maine.edu.

Harrison Memorial Day parade, service

HARRISON — There will be a Memorial Day parade at 9:30 a.m. followed by a memorial service at UCC Church, 77 Main St., at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 30.

Speaker will be Kate Donahue.