28 28 th th Annual Annual
Acadian Festival
June 23 - June 26, 2005
23 juin - 26 juin, 2005
& Dionne Family Reunion
BIENVENUE
En mai 1978, La Société Historique du Madawaska proclamait le 28 juin, journée designée “Journée Acadienne” dans l’état du Maine. Depuis, Madawaska est devenu le site du plan grand festival culturel du Maine. Nous n’oublierons jamais notre belle Acadia. Nous continuerons de parler son language, de chanter ses chansons et de célébrer ses traditions; pour que l’esprit des premiers Acadiens vive toujours en nous. A chaque année, une reunion familliale est organisée en conjonction avec le festival acadien célébrant une des familles pionnières. Pour les fêtes de 2005, la famille Dionne fut choisie. Bienvenue à tous les acadiens, acadiennes et visiteurs dans notre belle region de la Vallée Saint-Jean. Nous espérons que vous aimerez nos festivitiés. Nous encourageons tout le monde à participer dans toutes nos activités
soit concours de talent, parade pour enfants, banquet, etc.
WELCOME
In May of 1978, the Madawaska Historical Society submitted to the town of Madawaska, the proclamation designating June 28 as “Acadian Day” in the State of Maine. Since that time, Madawaska has been the site of Maine’s largest cultural Festival. Though we have lost our lovely Acadia, we will never forget her. We will continue to speak her language, sing her songs, and celebrate her traditions; for the spirit of those first Acadians lives on in all of us. Each year, in conjunction with the Acadian Festival, a huge family reunion is held celebrating one of the valley’s pioneer families. This year, we are honored to celebrate the Dionne family. We are excited to welcome everyone to our beautiful St. John Valley and we hope that you will enjoy the festivities. Participation in events is NOT limited to the hosting family. The public is encouraged to join in the Fishing Derby, La Vallee Golf Scramble, Kid’s Parade, Banquet and any other activity that you are interested in.
Sincerely,
The 28th Annual Acadian Festival Committee
SUNDAY, JUNE 19
10:30 a.m. - ACADIAN MASS - (In English) St. David Church, St. David - Chicken Stew and Ployes for sale after the mass.
MONDAY, JUNE 20
6:30 p.m. - SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT - Madawaska Fraser Softball Field - French Street. Sponsored by the Madawaska Recreation Department
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22
11:00 a.m. - FESTIVITIES AT HIGH VIEW MANOR Nursing Home - 517 Riverview St., Madawaska - Open to the
Public. Sponsored by Martin’s Motel, Madawaska.
6:30 p.m. - SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT - Madawaska Fraser Softball Field - French Street. Sponsored by the Madawaska Recreation Department
THURSDAY, JUNE 23
9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - DIONNE FAMILY REUNION REGISTRATION - Madawaska High School, 7th Ave., Chicken Stew, Ployes and French/Acadian cuisine for sale. Catered by Caterall.
10:00 a.m. -WATERMELON EATING CONTEST – Paradis Family Shop’n’Save, 58 Main Street, Madawaska., No fee for contest, different age groups for children and one for adults. First, second, and third place for each group. Coordinated and sponsored by Paradis Family Shop’n’Save.
11:00 a.m. - FESTIVITIES AT ST. JOSEPH Nursing Home, Route 1, Frenchville - Open to the public. Sponsored by
Martins Motel.
1:00 p.m. - TALENT SHOW REHEARSAL FEATURING DIONNE TALENT - Madawaska High School Cafeteria, 7th Ave.
3:30 p.m. - DEDICATION OF THE DIONNE FAMILY TREE & MONUMENT - Acadian Cross Site, St. David.
4:30 p.m. - HISTORIC LANDING AND OFFICIAL OPENING CEREMONY - Acadian Cross Site, St. David.
This traditional event features the historic re-enactment of the first Acadian settlers to the St. John Valley, a greeting by their Native American friends, rising of the cross, a bean supper, and a special performance by local talent. Meal tickets are $7 American, $10 Canadian. Prepared by and sponsored by The Maine Acadian Heritage Council. Horse drawn wagon will be provided to shuttle people to the Acadian Cross site and back to the St. David Church after the Ceremony. Horse drawn wagon sponsored by Evergreen Manufacturing Company.
9:00 p.m. - NEW YEARS PARTY - Wonder Bar, 276 Main Street, Madawaska.
Come celebrate New Years with us in Madawaska. If you could not make it to Madawaska to ring in the New Years, well here is your chance to do it all over at the Wonder Bar. Drink specials served all night.
FRIDAY, JUNE 24
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - DIONNE FAMILY REUNION REGISTRATION - Madawaska High School, 7th Ave. Chicken Stew, Ployes and French/Acadian cuisine for sale. Catered by Caterall.
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - QUILT SHOW - Madawaska High School, 7th Ave.
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - LONG LAKE FUN DAY AT BIRCH POINT BEACH, Lake Shore Road.
Enjoy a day at the Beach!! Play volleyball, horseshoes, Frisbee, go for a swim or have water races. Changing rooms available for the public. Hot dog and hamburger lunch will be served free of charge on a first come first serve basis, while supplies last. Sponsored by Lagace’s Meat Market & Madawaska Recreation Department.
12:00 noon - 5:00 p.m. - GUIDED HISTORIC VALLEY BUS TOUR - Madawaska High School, 7th Ave. The bus tour will depart from the Madawaska High School and visit historical land marks in the St. John Valley. Bring your cameras and an umbrella. Sponsored by Ed Pelletier & Sons.
1:00 p.m. - FESTIVITIES AT RIDGEWOOD ESTATES Boarding Home, 480 Ridgeview Ave., Madawaska - “Aprèsmidi du bon vieux temps” Open to the Public. Sponsored by Key Bank, NA
4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - CLASSIC CAR HOP - Tastee Freez.
Park lights on for service
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - ACADIAN DINNER – Gateway Restaurant & Motel, 735 Main Street, Madawaska.
Feast on traditional French/Acadian foods while listening to recorded background music of Acadian musicians. $15.00 Adult $7.50 child 10 & under
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.- SOIRÉ DU BON VIEUX TEMPS - Roland’s Rendezvous, 154 Main Street, Madawaska. Dance and listen to live traditional French/Acadian music. Cash bar available. $3.00 admission. $5.00 per couple
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.- CRAFT SHOW - Forever Young Club - Corner of 11th Ave. and Main Street.
Local crafters and crafters with Acadian descent have their crafts displayed for sale. Organized by the Greater Madawaska Chamber of Commerce
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - 20th Maine Volunteers – Multipurpose Building, 7th Ave., Madawaska.
Visit the 20th Maine Volunteers Civil War Display and Camp. This is a group of volunteer men who come from all over the state to educate people and pay tribute to the Civil War. Sponsored by Bob’s Service Center
6:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. - DANSE DU MAIN STREET - On Main St. from 10th Ave. to 12th Ave
Come out for family fun and live entertainment on Main Street. There is something for everyone. From 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., dance the night away at the Rumors and in front of Key Bank. A Beer Garden on the corner of 10th Ave. & Main Street will be provided.
6:30 p.m. - SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT - Madawaska Fraser Softball Field - French Street. Sponsored by the Madawaska Recreation Department.
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - DIONNE FAMILY TALENT SHOW - Madawaska High School Cafeteria, 7th Ave. Featuring Dionne family talent. Tickets available during Acadian Festival. $5.00 adults, $3.00 12 years and under.
8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. - WINE CELLAR - American Legion, Corner of Legion Street & Main St., Madawaska. Wine may be purchased by the glass or carafe, served with cheese & crackers. Sponsored by American Legion Post #147.
SATURDAY, JUNE 25
6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - LONG LAKE FISHING DERBY - Long Lake Sporting Club - Sinclair –
Bring your boat, fishing gear, and wet weather gear. Maine State Fishing License required and proof of boat registration. All participants must comply with all Maine State laws. Pre-registration required by June 22nd. Adult $10 Registration fee and 16 and under a $5.00 registration fee. For more information call the Chamber office at 728-7000. Coffee will be provided.
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - DIONNE FAMILY REUNION REGISTRATION - Madawaska High School, 7th Ave.
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - QUILT SHOW - Madawaska High School, 7th Ave.
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - GUIDED HISTORIC VALLEY BUS TOUR - Madawaska High School, 7th Ave.
The bus tour will depart from the Madawaska High School and visit historical land marks in the St. John Valley. An Acadian Traditional chicken stew and ploye lunch will be provided at the Acadian Village in Van Buren. Bring your cameras and an umbrella. Pre-register at the Chamber office or call (207) 728-7000. $10.00 per person.
Sponsored by Ed Pelletier & Sons.
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - 1st Annual La Vallee FCU Acadian Golf Scramble - Birch Point Golf Club. Lake Shore Road. 9 Hole Mixed Texas Scramble. Sponsored by La Vallee Federal Credit Union. Contact Eddie Plourde or Jim Gagnon at La Vallée FCU 728-4121 for more information. Hole # 5 sponsored by Rossignol Insurance for a $5,000 hole in one.
9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. - 20th Maine Volunteers – Multipurpose Building, 7th Ave., Madawaska.
Visit the 20th Maine Volunteers Civil War Display and Camp. This is a group of volunteer men who come from all over the state to educate people and pay tribute to the Civil War. On site at Bicentennial Park from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. - CRAFT SHOW - Forever Young Club - Corner of 11th Ave. and Main Street.
Local crafters and crafters with Acadian descent have their crafts displayed for sale. Organized by the Greater Madawaska Chamber of Commerce.
9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. - ANTIQUE TRACTOR AND ENGINE DISPLAY - Multi-purpose Building, 7th Avenue, Madawaska.
10:30 a.m. - KIDS PARADE - Starting at the Knights of Columbus Hall on 16th Ave. and ending at the Bicentennial
Park. Participants welcome. Organized by the Madawaska Recreation Department.
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - TREASURES OF THE VALLEY CULTURAL DISPLAY - Forever Young Club - Corner of 11th Ave. and Main Street - Come and take a look into the past by watching local artisans at work. Sample FREE Ployes and Creton while supplies last.
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - FAMILY FUN DAY – Bicentennial Park, 12th Ave.
Fun & Games for the whole family. Come try town favorites like “Human Bowling”, a “Dunking Booth” and
more run by the Madawaska Recreation. Concessions will be available. Sponsored by Norstate FCU. Magician sponsored by Jeff’s Pizza
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. - HORSE DRAWN WAGON RIDES - Bicentennial Park. 12th Ave. FREE for the public. Sponsored by Evergreen Manufacturing & Trading.
1:00 p.m. - PIE, JAM & JELLY CONTEST, JUDGING - Bicentennial Park, 12th Ave.
Pre-registration required with the Chamber by Tuesday, June 21, 2005, 4:00 p.m. Sponsored by River Watch B&B. For more information call the Greater Madawaska Chamber of Commerce at 728-7000.
4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - CLASSIC CAR HOP - Tastee Freez.
Park lights on for service
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. - DIONNE REUNION SOCIAL - Multipurpose Building, 7th Ave. (Cash Bar Available).
6:00 p.m. - DIONNE BANQUET - Multipurpose Building, 7th Ave.
Feast on a combination of traditional Franco-American Foods. Buffet style-casual dress. The public is welcome.
Catered by Caterall. Adult Plate - $16 American, $20 Canadian, age 12 & Under Plate - $6 American $8 Canadian, under age 2 free.
6:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. - Danse du Main St. - On Main St. from 10th Ave. to 12th Ave.
Come out for family fun and live entertainment on Main Street. There is something for everyone.
From 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.. dance the night away at the Wonder Bar and in front of Key Bank. A Beer Garden on the corner of 10th Ave. & Main Street will be provided.
8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. - WINE CELLAR - American Legion, Corner of Legion Street & Main St., Madawaska. Wine may be purchased by the glass or carafe with cheese & crackers. Sponsored by American Legion Post #147
SUNDAY, JUNE 26
8:00 a.m. - DIONNE FAMILY REUNION MASS - (In French & English) St. David Church, St. David
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - 20th Maine Volunteers – Multipurpose Building, 7th Ave., Madawaska.
Visit the 20th Maine Volunteers Civil War Display and Camp. This is a group of volunteer men who come from all over the state to educate people and pay tribute to the Civil War. Sponsored by the Madawaska Fire Department
10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. - FIREMAN’S CHICKEN BBQ – Safety Complex Building, Main Street, Madawaska.
Serving from 10:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Tickets available from local Fire Fighters and from the Chamber Office. $6.00
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - CRAFT SHOW - Forever Young Club - Corner of 11th Ave. and Main Street.
Local crafters and crafters with Acadian descent have their crafts displayed for sale. Organized by the Greater Madawaska Chamber of Commerce.
1:00 p.m. - ACADIAN FESTIVAL PARADE - Main Street, Madawaska.
St. Martinsville, LA Acadian Memorial Float. Sponsored by ACA Assurance & LL Paradis.
9:30 p.m. - FIREWORKS - Multipurpose Building, 7th Ave. Fireworks provided by Blue Hill Pyrotechnics. Sponsored by Fraser Papers
Project of / Projet de
Town of Madawaska
Organized by / Organisé par
The Greater Madawaska Chamber of Commerce
Greater Madawaska
Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 144
Madawaska, ME 04756
Phone: (207) 728-7000
Fax: (207) 728-4696
Email: valleyvisit@pwless.net
In Cooperation with / En collaboration avec
The Dionne Family Reunion
Official Sponsors
FraserPapers
La Vallee FCU
Norstate FCU
Maine Acadian Heritage Council
Ed Pelletier & Sons
ACA Assurance
LL Paradis Farm
Trenz Shirt Co.
Bob’s Service Center
Tastee Freez
Key Bank, NA
Martin’s Motel
Jeff’s Pizza
St. John Valley Times
Long Lake Motor Inn
Evergreen Manufacturing & Trading
River Watch Bed & Breakfast
Madawaska Auto Parts
Lagace’s Meat Market
FND Inc./Autotronics
Dragon Products
Voisine Cedar Mill
Madawaska Recreation Department
Paradis Shop n’ Save
Gary’s Upholstery
Rossignol Insurance Agency
Times and event locations may change please keep checking for updates to this schedule.
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