RUMFORD — Hundreds of books were sold for a dime to a quarter each Saturday during the five-hour Oktoberfest literacy project and craft fair at the Rumford Armory. Volunteers with the River Valley Rotary Club and Hope Association hold the annual event to increase adult literacy, Joe Sirois said during a break from selling books. […]
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Hope Association, Rotarians host breakfast, craft fair
RUMFORD — The Hope Association will host a pancake breakfast and craft fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, as part of the River Valley Rotary Club’s Oktoberfest celebration. Hope Association employee Sally Theriault said the proceeds will be split between the two groups. “The Rotary Club uses their half of the […]
Hope Association to host bi-annual fashion show, Glee Club performance Aug. 22
RUMFORD — The Hope Association is hosting a back-to-school fashion show and Glee Club performance at noon Friday, Aug. 22, said Sally Theriault, an employee with the organization. Theriault said that the Hope Association hosts a fashion show twice a year, once in February and again before school starts. “The fashion show consists of our […]
Annual Hope Association Craft Fair will feature petting zoo, shuttle bus
RUMFORD — The Hope Association is inviting a local farm to set up a petting zoo in their parking lot for their fourth annual craft fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 10, with all proceeds going towards helping the organization be involved with the Maine Special Olympics. Sally Theriault, an employee with […]
Hope Association announces fundraising events
RUMFORD — The Hope Association will host several fundraising events over the next couple of months, Executive Director Catherine Johnson said at a community networking meeting Thursday at the Rumford Public Library. Johnson said a dance is planned from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Hope Association building, featuring music from Fawn and […]
Hope Association to host 39th annual Ride-In on Feb. 9
RUMFORD — The Hope Association will celebrate its 39th annual Ride-In from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 9, at Horizons Unlimited on Swain Road. Executive Director Catherine Johnson said the Ride-In has received “a lot of support in terms of donations and community participation.” Johnson said those interested in participating may purchase a raffle […]