Cutlines (theater 1) – The Slatterly twins, Will, an alligator wrestler played by James Welsch of West Newfield, and Stump, played by Julie Svoboda of Portland, rehearse last week for “Southern Fried Murder,” an upcoming dinner theater production at Westbrook-Warren Congregational Church, 810 Main St. Staff photo by Robert Lowell
(theater 4) – Sheriff A.J. Watkins, played by Larry Greer of Alfred, on the right, and Ben Parker, a lawyer played by Richard Dunlap of Westbrook, rehearse last week for “Southern Fried Murder,” an upcoming dinner theater production at Westbrook-Warren Congregational Church, 810 Main St. Staff photo by Robert Lowell
(theater 5) – Alligator wrestler Will Slatterly, played by James Welsch of West Newfield, reads a will while Magnolia Woods, played by Carol Schoneberg of Limington, on the left, and Will’s twin, Stump Slatterly, played by Julie Svoboda of Portland look on. They were rehearsing last week for ‘Southern Fried Murder.” The dinner theater production will be presented at 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, July 29 and 30, at Westbrook-Warren Congregational Church. Staff photo by Robert Lowell
Dinner theater comedy, mystery
A comedy mystery, “Southern Fried Murder,” will be served in a dinner theater production at 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, July 29 and 30, at Westbrook-Warren Congregational Church, 810 Main St.
The production, directed by Wanda Dunlap, is a fundraiser for the church’s Honduras mission team. Dunlap is the community education coordinator at the church.
Members of the mission team will serve meals between the two acts. Diners are offered chicken, pork or veggie lasagna for choices for an entrA?©e. Pastor Ed and Debra DeLong and Tom and Linda Merrill will be the chefs.
The parish hall, decorated as the Towering Oaks Hotel in New Orleans, is the stage for ‘Southern Fried Murder.” It’s a comedy with a mystery that diners can participate in. The hotel is owned by Magnolia Capote, who orders people to solve a mystery through poetic clues.
Cheryl and Rod Tibbetts of Naples are producing the show. Cast members include Bonnie Wright and Richard Dunlap, both of Westbrook; Julie Svoboda and Joshua Douglas, Portland; James Welsch of West Newfield; Carol Schoneberg, Limington; Larry and Peg Greer, Alfred; and special local guest stars to be announced at the production. “The actors are volunteering to help the mission,” said Wanda Dunlap.
The Schoolhouse Arts Center in Sebago Lake Village is donating the costumes and Phil Brown of Westbrook created a murder weapon.
Proceeds from the production will help pay expenses of the church’s mission team that travels to Honduras next winter.
Tickets are $15, which includes a pre-show reception, meal and the show. Tickets must be purchased in advance. For reservations, call Lorena Delcourt at 854-0499 (evenings) or Dunlap at 854-4278.
Brofee retires from road
David Brofee of Saco Street was surprised with a retirement party given by his wife, Marilyn, on June 6.
He retired after 45 years of truck driving.
The guest list included Lisa Sargent with her guest, Tony, and daughter, MacKenzie, of Alfred; Sherman Boulter, Mr. and Mrs. FredAustin, Mr. and Mrs. Gary Plumley and daughter Alyssa, Mrs. Jane Hawkes and guest, Russ, all of Standish; Mr. and Mrs. Barry Sargent, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Doustou and sons, Chandler and Joshua, in addition to Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Sargent and son, Kyle, all of Buxton; Susan Sommer, Mr. and Mrs. Adam Austin and daughters, Aja and Molly, in addition to Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Bennett, all of Gorham; Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Brofee and children, Dylan and Brooke, in addition to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Helmreich, Sue May, Mr. and Mrs. Michael LaChance, and Kevin LaChance and guest Krista and children, Camron and Devon, all of Westbrook; Thomas Smith and Carolyn Brofee of Portland.
After graduation from Gorham High School in 1961, Dave Brofee worked for Merrill Transportation for 10 years followed by 22 years for Teamsters Local 340. Then he worked five years for Concord Trailways, followed by eight years for Crown Lift Trucks.
Family and friends wished Brofee well in his retirement. His wife, Marilyn, said a great time was had by all at the surprise party.
Cutline: Queenie Buxton, in the foreground, celebrates her 90th birthday with family. Courtesy photo
Queenie honored on birthday
Queenie Buxton of Carlson Street, formerly of the United Kingdom, was honored on her 90th birthday on July 1 with two parties.
She celebrated with a family dinner at the Breakwater Inn in Kennebunkport. Those who attended included her two sons and daughter and their families, Peter, Joan and Julie Buxton of Sudbury, Mass.; Colin and Elizabeth Buxton, Derry, N.H.; Giulio, Jill and Julie Ugo, United Kingdom; Jeff and Kathy Buxton, Portland; and Mark and Sherri Buxton, North Carolina.
The family raised a toast to a “truly wonderful” mother and grandmother.
Towers and Doris Doggett of Highland Avenue, also hosted a lunch in honor of sister Queenie’s birthday. Brother- and sister-in-law Roy and Barbara Couch of Saco and sister-in-law and niece, Ella and Christine Couch, Middle Street, cheered Queenie.
The celebration continued with a tea party and birthday cake at the Doggett home with their daughters, Lee, Lynn and Mary; and great grandchildren, Azalea and Abram.
Roy and Barbara Couch wrote a poem as a tribute to Queenie. A “very jolly” time was enjoyed by all, a family member said.
Wing accepted to Thomas
Mathew Wing of Westbrook has been accepted at Thomas College in Waterville starting in September.
Wing is the son of Marland and Schonen Wing.
Catholic community census
The Westbrook Catholic Community is urging parishioners to register for the church’s census, which is being updated in recent months.
The church said it is imperative that it has an accurate count of all parishioners who plan to worship with it. Those who haven’t registered can go to the parish office at 625 Main St., or call 854-2753, or e-mail www.st.mary’s.church@worldnet.com
Adult reading club
A reading club for adults on Wednesdays will start at 2 p.m. today, July 20, in the gathering room at Walker Memorial Library, 800 Main St.
For more information or to register, call 854-0630.
Free library Internet access
The Warren Memorial Library, 479 Main St., is now
offering free wireless Internet access in most areas of the library for those with appropriately equipped wireless devices.
Wendy H. Heard, assistant director, said copies of the wireless policy are available at the library circulation desk. For more information, call 854-5891.
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