Two events in Augusta

By Chellie on May 16, 2008 10:50 AM

Friday night brought two special events honoring people who've really made a difference in our state.

At the Maine Council of Senior Citizens John Marvin Awards event, President Eddie Gorham of Maine's AFL-CIO and Maine Equal Justice Partners received awards. It was great to remember John Marvin and talk about his leadership and presence as an labor and senior activist, and all he did for Maine people.

Then it was on to Le Club Calumet Citizen of the Year Awards honoring State Senator Libby Mitchell. I saw lots of old friends and Augusta leaders, including Beverly Bustin Hathaway, Libby, of course, and her family. Speakers included Congressman Michaud and Frank O'Hara. I enjoyed being in Le Club Calumet, which has provided lots of great community service and tradition central to the culture of Augusta.