Dec
24
to Dec 25
Dec
28
10:00 AM10:00
Dec
31
to Jan 1
Jan
5
1:00 PM13:00
Cribbage Tournament Fundraiser
Canton Historical Society monthly
Cribbage tournament
frist Sunday every month at 1:00 p.m.
Cost is $10.00 per person
Team Play
CASH PRIZES
for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
And for High HanD
8 Games played in about 3 hours
food & drink available
donations appreciated
DOORS OPEN AT 12:30 PM
All proceeds to benefit the
Historical Society programs
Persons under 18 years of age are prohibited unless authorized under 17 M.R.S. §1835-A(4).
Jan
11
12:30 PM12:30
Cornhole Tournament
CORNHOLE TOURNAMENTs RETURNS TO CHS.
DOORS OPEN AT 11:30
GAMES BEGIN AT 12:30
$20.00 FEE
THE TOURNAMENT IS A 4-GAME ROUND ROBIN INTO DOUBLE ELIMINATION GAMES.
PARTNERS ASSIGNED RANDOMLY
THERE WILL BE A 50/50 AND AIRMAIL RAFFLE.
BYOB
FOOD AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE.
Sign up on scorholio app
Additional tournament dates are:
November 10, 2024
December 1, 2024
January 11, 2025
February 8, 2025
March 8, 2025
Jan
25
9:00 AM09:00
Feb
1
6:00 PM18:00
"It's Summer Somewhere" Dance Party
Join us for the IT’S SUMMER SOMEWHERE! Dance Party.
A FUN fundraiser for the Canton Historical Society.
February 1, 2025, 6 to 10 pm. Doors open at 5:45 pm
Tickets are $25.00 per person and includes admission, dinner, dancing, entertainment, and door prizes.
Come in out of freezing February to bask in the warmth and fun of Summer! Live DJ Jason Lee from Rustic Beats. Great food and cash bar by Boondocks Backwoods Events. Come as you are or dress up in your summertime clothing for the costume contest!
Tickets are going fast! Buy yours online and we'll hold them at the door for you.
Feb
2
1:00 PM13:00
Cribbage Tournament Fundraiser
Canton Historical Society monthly
Cribbage tournament
frist Sunday every month at 1:00 p.m.
Cost is $10.00 per person
Team Play
CASH PRIZES
for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
And for High HanD
8 Games played in about 3 hours
food & drink available
donations appreciated
DOORS OPEN AT 12:30 PM
All proceeds to benefit the
Historical Society programs
Persons under 18 years of age are prohibited unless authorized under 17 M.R.S. §1835-A(4).
Feb
8
12:30 PM12:30
Cornhole Tournament
CORNHOLE TOURNAMENTs RETURNS TO CHS.
DOORS OPEN AT 11:30
GAMES BEGIN AT 12:30
$20.00 FEE
THE TOURNAMENT IS A 4-GAME ROUND ROBIN INTO DOUBLE ELIMINATION GAMES.
PARTNERS ASSIGNED RANDOMLY
THERE WILL BE A 50/50 AND AIRMAIL RAFFLE.
BYOB
FOOD AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE.
Sign up on scorholio app
Additional tournament dates are:
November 10, 2024
December 1, 2024
January 11, 2025
February 8, 2025
March 8, 2025
Feb
22
1:00 PM13:00
Cookie Decorating Class - Winter Wonderland
Join Rhonda Couture from the infamous MORE than A COOKIE, LLC in Livermore for a fun and delicious class decorating cookies!
the theme for this CLASS? winter wonderland
Rhonda supplies everything to decorate 5 cookies with icing.
All you need is your creativity, imagination, and appetite.
The cost for the class is $40.00 and you must reserve your spot in advance.
Sign up and payment can be done via VENMO @CantonMEHistorical.Be sure to write Cookie Decorating Class in the space ‘What’s this for?’
Don’t have VENMO? Send us an email at CantoneMEHistorical@gmail.com
SPACE IS LIMITED to 15 people. sign up now!
Mar
2
1:00 PM13:00
Cribbage Tournament Fundraiser
Canton Historical Society monthly
Cribbage tournament
frist Sunday every month at 1:00 p.m.
Cost is $10.00 per person
Team Play
CASH PRIZES
for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
And for High HanD
8 Games played in about 3 hours
food & drink available
donations appreciated
DOORS OPEN AT 12:30 PM
All proceeds to benefit the
Historical Society programs
Persons under 18 years of age are prohibited unless authorized under 17 M.R.S. §1835-A(4).
Mar
8
12:30 PM12:30
Cornhole Tournament
CORNHOLE TOURNAMENTs RETURNS TO CHS.
DOORS OPEN AT 11:30
GAMES BEGIN AT 12:30
$20.00 FEE
THE TOURNAMENT IS A 4-GAME ROUND ROBIN INTO DOUBLE ELIMINATION GAMES.
PARTNERS ASSIGNED RANDOMLY
THERE WILL BE A 50/50 AND AIRMAIL RAFFLE.
BYOB
FOOD AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE.
Sign up on scorholio app
Additional tournament dates are:
November 10, 2024
December 1, 2024
January 11, 2025
February 8, 2025
March 8, 2025
Apr
5
7:00 PM19:00
Trivia Night
Mark your calendars for our Inaugural Trivia Night.
Exact times and more information coming soon!
Apr
6
1:00 PM13:00
Cribbage Tournament Fundraiser
Canton Historical Society monthly
Cribbage tournament
frist Sunday every month at 1:00 p.m.
Cost is $10.00 per person
Team Play
CASH PRIZES
for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
And for High HanD
8 Games played in about 3 hours
food & drink available
donations appreciated
DOORS OPEN AT 12:30 PM
All proceeds to benefit the
Historical Society programs
Persons under 18 years of age are prohibited unless authorized under 17 M.R.S. §1835-A(4).
May
4
1:00 PM13:00
Cribbage Tournament Fundraiser
Canton Historical Society monthly
Cribbage tournament
frist Sunday every month at 1:00 p.m.
Cost is $10.00 per person
Team Play
CASH PRIZES
for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
And for High HanD
8 Games played in about 3 hours
food & drink available
donations appreciated
DOORS OPEN AT 12:30 PM
All proceeds to benefit the
Historical Society programs
Persons under 18 years of age are prohibited unless authorized under 17 M.R.S. §1835-A(4).
Jun
1
1:00 PM13:00
Cribbage Tournament Fundraiser
Canton Historical Society monthly
Cribbage tournament
frist Sunday every month at 1:00 p.m.
Cost is $10.00 per person
Team Play
CASH PRIZES
for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
And for High HanD
8 Games played in about 3 hours
food & drink available
donations appreciated
DOORS OPEN AT 12:30 PM
All proceeds to benefit the
Historical Society programs
Persons under 18 years of age are prohibited unless authorized under 17 M.R.S. §1835-A(4).
Jul
6
1:00 PM13:00
Cribbage Tournament Fundraiser
Canton Historical Society monthly
Cribbage tournament
frist Sunday every month at 1:00 p.m.
Cost is $10.00 per person
Team Play
CASH PRIZES
for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
And for High HanD
8 Games played in about 3 hours
food & drink available
donations appreciated
DOORS OPEN AT 12:30 PM
All proceeds to benefit the
Historical Society programs
Persons under 18 years of age are prohibited unless authorized under 17 M.R.S. §1835-A(4).
Jul
26
10:00 AM10:00
50th Anniversary Celebration
HOLD the date to join us for our 50th Anniversary!
Exact time and details coming soon.
Aug
3
1:00 PM13:00
Cribbage Tournament Fundraiser
Canton Historical Society monthly
Cribbage tournament
frist Sunday every month at 1:00 p.m.
Cost is $10.00 per person
Team Play
CASH PRIZES
for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
And for High HanD
8 Games played in about 3 hours
food & drink available
donations appreciated
DOORS OPEN AT 12:30 PM
All proceeds to benefit the
Historical Society programs
Persons under 18 years of age are prohibited unless authorized under 17 M.R.S. §1835-A(4).
Sep
7
1:00 PM13:00
Cribbage Tournament Fundraiser
Canton Historical Society monthly
Cribbage tournament
frist Sunday every month at 1:00 p.m.
Cost is $10.00 per person
Team Play
CASH PRIZES
for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
And for High HanD
8 Games played in about 3 hours
food & drink available
donations appreciated
DOORS OPEN AT 12:30 PM
All proceeds to benefit the
Historical Society programs
Persons under 18 years of age are prohibited unless authorized under 17 M.R.S. §1835-A(4).
Oct
5
1:00 PM13:00
Cribbage Tournament Fundraiser
Canton Historical Society monthly
Cribbage tournament
frist Sunday every month at 1:00 p.m.
Cost is $10.00 per person
Team Play
CASH PRIZES
for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
And for High HanD
8 Games played in about 3 hours
food & drink available
donations appreciated
DOORS OPEN AT 12:30 PM
All proceeds to benefit the
Historical Society programs
Persons under 18 years of age are prohibited unless authorized under 17 M.R.S. §1835-A(4).
Nov
2
1:00 PM13:00
Cribbage Tournament Fundraiser
Canton Historical Society monthly
Cribbage tournament
frist Sunday every month at 1:00 p.m.
Cost is $10.00 per person
Team Play
CASH PRIZES
for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
And for High HanD
8 Games played in about 3 hours
food & drink available
donations appreciated
DOORS OPEN AT 12:30 PM
All proceeds to benefit the
Historical Society programs
Persons under 18 years of age are prohibited unless authorized under 17 M.R.S. §1835-A(4).
Dec
6
10:00 AM10:00
Christmas Craft Fair and Open House
The Historical Society presents Our Christmas Craft Fair and Open House.
The Country Store Gift Shop will have plenty of items on sale for your Gift Giving needs.
In the kitchen, you will find Hot Chocolate, Cider, Hot Dogs, freshly popped Popcorn, sandwiches, beverages, and other goodies for sale.
Upstairs in the Hayford Hall you will find
Crafters,
Santa for Seniors drop off area,
Bake Sale
Gift Basket and 50/50 Raffles!
Admission is free and all are welcome.
Crafters: FMI regarding table rentals please send an email to CantonMEHistorical@gmail.com
Dec
7
1:00 PM13:00
Cribbage Tournament Fundraiser
Canton Historical Society monthly
Cribbage tournament
frist Sunday every month at 1:00 p.m.
Cost is $10.00 per person
Team Play
CASH PRIZES
for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
And for High HanD
8 Games played in about 3 hours
food & drink available
donations appreciated
DOORS OPEN AT 12:30 PM
All proceeds to benefit the
Historical Society programs
Persons under 18 years of age are prohibited unless authorized under 17 M.R.S. §1835-A(4).
Dec
17
3:00 PM15:00
Noche Mexicana Fundraiser
The Noche Mexicana Fundraiser is back!
Our friends at Margaritas Mexican Restaurant, located at 180 Center Street in Auburn, is once again partnering with the Canton Historical Society in support of our efforts to preserve and share the history of Canton.
On Tuesday, December 17th stop by Margaritas for a delicious meal and/or a drink. Their hours are 3PM to 10PM.
Tell your server you are participating in the fundraiser and show them the flyer or a picture of it.
Margaritas will donate TWENTY PERCENT (20%) of your bill to us.
Dec
14
6:00 PM18:00
Town of Canton Movie Night - "Polar Express"
The Town of Canton Events Committee is proud to present a showing of The Polar Express at the Canton Historical Society. The event is free for all.
Wear your family friendly PJ's and bring your beanbag chair. Popcorn, Cookies, and Hot Cocoa will be provided.
Please RSVP to the Canton Town Office so the Committee can get an idea of how many to expect.
Presented by the Town of Canton Events Committee
Hosted by the Canton Historical Society
Dec
14
10:00 AM10:00
Dec
10
6:00 PM18:00
Annual Meeting
At the Annual meeting, the Board of Directors and Officers are elected. Additionally, Directors and Members discuss upcoming events, fundraisers, and needs to continue our Mission to the preservation and celebration of Canton’s history and heritage.
There is always something in the works. Join us to share your ideas, or to help, we love the company!
Dec
8
1:00 PM13:00
Cribbage Tournament
Canton Historical Society monthly
Cribbage tournament
Select Sundays at 1:00 p.m.
Cost is $10.00 per person
Team Play
CASH PRIZES
for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
And for High HanD
8 Games played in about 3 hours
food & drink available
donations appreciated
DOORS OPEN AT 12:30 PM
All proceeds to benefit the
Historical Society programs
Persons under 18 years of age are prohibited unless authorized under 17 M.R.S. §1835-A(4).
Dec
7
4:00 PM16:00
Dec
7
10:00 AM10:00
Christmas Craft Fair and Open House
The Historical Society presents Our Christmas Craft Fair and Open House.
The Country Store Gift Shop will have plenty of items on sale for your Gift Giving needs.
In the kitchen, you will find Hot Chocolate, Cider, Hot Dogs, freshly popped Popcorn, sandwiches, beverages, and other goodies for sale.
Upstairs in the Hayford Hall you will find
Crafters,
Santa for Seniors drop off area,
Bake Sale
Gift Basket and 50/50 Raffles!
Admission is free and all are welcome.
Crafters: FMI regarding table rentals please send an email to CantonMEHistorical@gmail.com
Dec
1
12:30 PM12:30
Cornhole Tournament
CORNHOLE TOURNAMENTs RETURNS TO CHS.
DOORS OPEN AT 11:30
GAMES BEGIN AT 12:30
$20.00 FEE
THE TOURNAMENT IS A 4-GAME ROUND ROBIN INTO DOUBLE ELIMINATION GAMES.
PARTNERS ASSIGNED RANDOMLY
THERE WILL BE A 50/50 AND AIRMAIL RAFFLE.
BYOB
FOOD AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE.
Sign up on scorholio app
Additional tournament dates are:
November 10, 2024
December 1, 2024
January 11, 2025
February 8, 2025
March 8, 2025
Nov
23
10:00 AM10:00
Nov
13
6:00 PM18:00
Monthly Business Meeting
At our monthly business meeting, the Board of Directors and Members discuss upcoming events, fundraisers, and needs to continue our Mission to the preservation and celebration of Canton’s history and heritage.
There is always something in the works. Join us to share your ideas, or to help, we love the company!
Nov
10
12:30 PM12:30
Cornhole Tournament
CORNHOLE TOURNAMENTs RETURNS TO CHS.
DOORS OPEN AT 11:30
GAMES BEGIN AT 12:30
$20.00 FEE
THE TOURNAMENT IS A 4-GAME ROUND ROBIN INTO DOUBLE ELIMINATION GAMES.
PARTNERS ASSIGNED RANDOMLY
THERE WILL BE A 50/50 AND AIRMAIL RAFFLE.
CASH PRIZES
BYOB
FOOD AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE.
Sign up on scoreholio app or at the door day of
Additional tournament dates are:
November 10, 2024
December 1, 2024
January 11, 2025
February 8, 2025
March 8, 2025
Nov
9
10:00 AM10:00
Nov
6
3:00 PM15:00
Nov
3
1:00 PM13:00
Cribbage Tournament
Canton Historical Society monthly
Cribbage tournament
Select Sundays at 1:00 p.m.
Cost is $10.00 per person
Team Play
CASH PRIZES
for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
And for High HanD
8 Games played in about 3 hours
food & drink available
donations appreciated
DOORS OPEN AT 12:30 PM
All proceeds to benefit the
Historical Society programs
Persons under 18 years of age are prohibited unless authorized under 17 M.R.S. §1835-A(4).
Nov
1
9:00 AM09:00
Harvest Basket TAG DAY at OTIS FCU
Our Annual Harvest Basket Raffle features nearly all of the food items you need for a fabulous Thanksgiving meal including a Gift Certificate to Hannaford for those perishable items you may need as well.
And BONUS!!! There is a 2nd place basket as well. It usually has a winter theme to help folks get ready for the chilly weather ahead.
Raffle tickets can be purchased at the CHS store starting in October.
The drawing for both baskets will occur on Saturday, November 9th.
TAG DAY at OTIS FCU combines the ease of banking and supporting CHS at the same time. We will be in the lobby of OTIS FCU at 170 Main Street in Jay selling the raffle tickets. Stop by and say hello.
THANK YOU to OTIS FCU for allowing us the opportunity and your ongoing support.
Oct
26
10:00 AM10:00
Oct
20
2:00 PM14:00
SeniorsPlus Information Session
Are you one of our senior residents wanting to learn more about Meals on Wheels?
Are you a caregiver that could benefit from support?
Are your parents getting to the age where they could benefit from Medicare Counseling?
Canton Historical Society is hosting seniorsplus for an information session. debbie bechard, community service ambassador, will present an overview of all seniorsplus has to offer.
come to learn more about these helpful SERVICES.
this event is free and open to the public.
SeniorsPlus is the designated Area Agency on Aging for Western Maine. The mission of SeniorsPlus is to enrich the lives of older people and adults with disabilities, their families and communities, and to support them to make informed choices.
Visit www.seniorsplus.org to learn more.
Oct
12
10:00 AM10:00
Oct
9
6:00 PM18:00
Monthly Business Meeting
At our monthly business meeting, the Board of Directors and Members discuss upcoming events, fundraisers, and needs to continue our Mission to the preservation and celebration of Canton’s history and heritage.
There is always something in the works. Join us to share your ideas, or to help, we love the company!
Oct
7
2:00 PM14:00
Oct
6
1:00 PM13:00
Cribbage Tournament
Canton Historical Society monthly
Cribbage tournament
Select Sundays at 1:00 p.m.
Cost is $10.00 per person
Team Play
CASH PRIZES
for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
And for High HanD
8 Games played in about 3 hours
food & drink available
donations appreciated
DOORS OPEN AT 12:30 PM
All proceeds to benefit the
Historical Society programs
Persons under 18 years of age are prohibited unless authorized under 17 M.R.S. §1835-A(4).
Oct
5
3:00 PM15:00
Cemetery Tour
Meet at the Pine Grove Cemetery towards the outskirts of town on Route 108 (179 Pleasant Street) to learn about Canton’s founding fathers and more!
The tour will be conducted by the CHS Archivist, Samuel Howes
HOT CIDER and DONUTS will be served
This tour is free of charge.
The tour is outside on uneven ground, please plan accordingly.
Parking available within the cemetery grounds or roadside. Please use discretion.
Sep
28
10:00 AM10:00
Sep
27
9:00 AM09:00
Sep
14
10:00 AM10:00
Sep
11
6:00 PM18:00
Monthly Business Meeting
At our monthly business meeting, the Board of Directors and Members discuss upcoming events, fundraisers, and needs to continue our Mission to the preservation and celebration of Canton’s history and heritage.
There is always something in the works. Join us to share your ideas, or to help, we love the company!
Sep
9
3:00 PM15:00
Canton Water District Annual Meeting
FMI:
cantonwaterdistrict@gmail.com
Superintendent
Shawn Goodrow
Board of Directors
Christopher Wainwright
Barbara Dolloff Sanders
Donald Shink
Sep
7
11:00 AM11:00
Sep
1
1:00 PM13:00
Cribbage Tournament
Canton Historical Society monthly
Cribbage tournament
Select Sundays at 1:00 p.m.
Cost is $10.00 per person
Team Play
CASH PRIZES
for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
And for High HanD
8 Games played in about 3 hours
food & drink available
donations appreciated
DOORS OPEN AT 12:30 PM
All proceeds to benefit the
Historical Society programs
Persons under 18 years of age are prohibited unless authorized under 17 M.R.S. §1835-A(4).
Aug
31
10:00 AM10:00