I live in a town, not a city. It’s not rural, but pretty close. 40+ years ago when we moved here there were no road signs, no traffic lights, and the phone number was just the last five digits. It was a bit of a culture shock, especially the people. Oh, the people. I’m from the south (outgoing and friendly), and these northerners were rather cold. So it seemed. I just had to open my eyes… no, my heart.
People did come together. I just didn’t see that back then. Fast forward 40 years. Now, more than ever, people not only come together, they reach out to help others. Our town delivers food and services to residents, but there is much more. We have a Community Center that has everything from soup to nuts – everything to bring people together.
Isn’t that what we all want, what we need?
The Prescott Community Center has it all, whether you’re an oldster like me, or a child.
- History and culture
- Current events
- Arts and crafts
- Dance
- Performing arts
- Fitness
- Science and technology
- Nature
- Home and garden
- Games and recreation
- Writing and literature
And more!
Here is where community service plays a big part, especially for me:
I was part of the Community Spelling Bee, the big annual fundraiser. Participants were in groups of four, and my group was from school, Groton Community School. We were Three Blind Mice and the Big Cheese.
Although we did not win (who knew daiquiri had three’i’s’?), we had so much fun!
We did get second place in the Humorous Costume award.
What’s really important here?
I saw many past families and people in my community I don’t see often. Connection. I was part of something bigger. I was part of my community. I was helping.
My library reading groups are my community service, yet this is so much more. Thank you, Prescott Community Center. Groton has come a long way. I have, too.
Jennie
A Teacher's Reflections 
Jennie you are a star! Wonderful. Big hugs.
Awww… thanks, Teagan!
what a wonderful way to support your community while having fun! and a great bonus to see families from present and past who came out in support of the event. I love the costumes
Thanks, Beth. It really is a wonderful event, and it feels good to support our town. So much fun, too!
You’re amazing Jennie!
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What an uplifting blog post about a great town — and your loving, educational presence in it! Thank you, Jennie, for all that you do.
That’s so nice, Will. I’m glad you enjoyed this! Many thanks.
What a great thing to do! I love your costumes and am glad you got awarded second place. Sounds like a wonderful community. xo
Thanks so much, Darlene. It was fun, and we do have a wonderful community.
Cool costumes. Love it. And yes, three i’s in daiquiri. Who knew? Certainly not me!!!!
Thanks, Brian! We loved the costumes, too. I’m so glad you didn’t know about the three i’s either!!!
Great idea for your team costume, and it looks like a really fun event.
Best wishes, Pete.
It was so much fun, Pete. Glad you like the costumes!
I knew encore!
They started with easy words, and then each one became harder. Much harder!
Reminds me of the Lakeway Activity Center. Well done on the fund raiser, Jennie. Your costumes were terrific.
Yes, this seems much like your Lakeway Activity Center. No wonder you post about it often. I don’t know the total on the fundraising, but I’m hopeful it was significant. I’m glad you liked the costumes!
Yes I hope you raised a ton of money.
I hope so, too!
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Looks like a ton of fun for all, and the team name and costumes both land in first place for me, Jennie!
It was a ton of fun, and thanks for your vote on the costumes!
Great spirit, Jenneie*. Was that you waving the cane?
*if daiquiri can have 3 i’s, then Jenneie can have 3 e’s…at least this one time.
Yes, that was me waving the cane and singing “Three Blind Mice” to the audience. Ah, I like your idea about 3 e’s. Thank you, Steve.
Love it! So much fun.
Yes! Thanks, Anneli.
Oh Jennie you all look so good in those costumes, A shame you didn’t win.. But it sounds like your town and community are the Winners for being such a kind and helpful community…
Wonderful to hear in this day and age…
Sending Love your way xx ❤
Thank you, Sue! I’m glad you liked the costumes, and our town and community are doing great things. Yes, these are the stories we need to hear, not what’s in the news. Much love!
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I love seeing people coming together for either community service or fun events. Many times, those two things can merge. For those who feel lonely, this is one of the best ways to meet new people.
Well said, Pete. I feel the same way. I’m glad you mentioned the lonely, because this is a great way to meet people.
Thank you for sharing the videos. What a hoot! In the small towns in my area, the public libraries are functioning as community centers—on a much smaller scale, of course, but the feeling is the same.
Yes, the videos were a hoot! Wish you had been a fly on the wall, Liz. Our libraries do much for the community, too. I really love living in a small (sort of) town.
I’d never want to live in a city again.
I’m so glad you said that! Never, ever.
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Even after she moved out of town, my mother frequented the Groton Center run by the town’s Council on Aging off the West Groton Road, such was the attraction of the town and people.
Yes! And I still want to call it the Senior Center. It is thriving. Prescott School has truly become a venue for most everything for all ages. It’s wonderful.
What a supportive community – and you’re a part of that supportiveness!
It really is, Laura. Thanks for your kind words!
What a lovely reflection. A beautiful reminder of what truly matters.
Thank you.
Wonderful! Thank you, Jenny, for this fun and positive post!
3 I’s… who knew? 🌹🌟
I’m glad you enjoyed this, Resa. Fun and Positive is my middle name. Thank you! And yes, who knew?
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You get the 1st place in my book Jennie!
Thanks, Wayne!
Loved watching all of you on the videos. I’m a fan of small towns as well but like them to be slightly closer to a big city then we are here. Community service benefits the giver and the gifted. Everyone wins.
Yes on all counts, Marlene. Many thanks, and I feel the same way.
We take “community” seriously. . .but not ourselves. You and your team brought fun to all that night and perhaps a reminder that joy is important, no matter the season. Thank you for being game!
Well said, Megan! That’s ‘real’ community. Many thanks, our team had so much fun. You hit on the most important word, joy. I was there on Thursday to see my former preschool students in a play performance, and joy was the operative word. Thank you for all you do!
Sounds just as a community should be, Jennie (great costumes by the way!).
Well said, Stevie. I’m glad you like the costumes.
Hi Jennie, this sounds like a lot of fun. We used to have events like this when Greg was at school.
It really was fun, Robbie. I’m glad you had similar events.
Lol, the videos were priceless! Loved the costumes!!!! xx
Debby, you would have loved this! I’m so glad you liked the costumes! XOXO
Priceless! 🙂 xxx
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I love it. Activities like these not only bring communities together, but are usually a lot of fun. You sure know how to enjoy yourself, Jennie.
Yes, they are! Thank you, Carla!