Guilford plans bicentennial events

GUILFORD — On Saturday, June 11 the town of Guilford will be a hubbub of activity during the community’s bicentennial as the Maine Highlands Federal Credit Union, Guilford Memorial Library and Fresh Air Dogs provide events throughout the day.

Starting out the day at 8 a.m. Maine Highlands Federal Credit Union will be hosting “Breakfast by the Bridge” in celebration of its 50th birthday. Over $16,000 will be donated to local food cupboards during a 9 a.m. presentation.

Moving to the athletic field area at 10 a.m., Fresh Air Dog will sponsor a “Pet Fair” with a wide variety of animal-related activities until 4 p.m.

At noon children under 18 may receive a free lunch courtesy of The Dynamic Event and Learning Center. The Darling’s Ice Cream Truck is scheduled to visit from 1:30-3:30 p.m.

For the readers in the family, the Guilford Memorial Library is hosting a Maine Authors Meet & Greet throughout the library from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. At last count 18 Maine authors will be selling and signing their books.

Save the date. On Saturday, July 30 the annual Riverfest Celebration will be better than ever with more bicentennial activities and a fabulous parade and spectacular fireworks plus a few surprises.