Governor John Baldacci signs the bill making Moxie, invented by Union
native son Dr. Augustin Thompson, the Official Soft Drink of Maine.
Pictured with the Governor and his staff is Fred "Taurus the Clown"
Goldrup of Lewiston, prime mover of the bill through the legislative
process.
Matthews supporter, Gary Crocker, Maine Character and humorist, at the signing of the Moxie bill in August. Gary spoke at the signing, and in the legislature, during hearings on its behalf.
Matthews Museum Board members Judy and George Gross at the bill signing in Augusta.
Looking for a unique gift as well as a way to help Matthews Museum? Visit our web site at matthewsmuseum.org, scroll to merchandise and order one or more gifts. All of these items help to support the Museum. All prices include shipping and handling and orders are usually shipped within a few days of receipt. One new item is currently available, an apron with one pocket. All items will be available at the Museum throughout the summer. Shop on line or at the Museum during July and August and help us grow.
Help Matthews Museum of Maine Heritage continue its important work of presenting and preserving Maine history and heritage; educating the public by making available an outstanding collection of artifacts; making known the history of rural Maine; and ensuring the continuation of our efforts. Sign up a new member today!
Gift Memberships give all year long and help Matthews Museum improve forever. Give a gift membership to a friend, family member or neighbor this year. Membership dues renewals for 2009 may be paid using the enclosed envelope. Our year ended Oct. 1. If there is an '09 on your address label you have paid your dues!
Matthews Museum recently received another check for funds raised through igive.com as proceeds from purchases made by members and friends of the Museum. Matthews Museum is an active recipient of funds from purchases made, on-line, through the more than 600 merchants participating on igive.com.
Go to the web site, register, naming the Matthews Museum as your donation recipient, go to the merchants listing and shop through the contact listed. Matthews will receive up to 15% of the amount spent, usually 3-4%, with no added cost to you. Merchants such as Sears, Barnes & Noble, Expedia, Home Depot, JC Penney, Coldwater Creek and Cabelas all participate. This is another way to help Matthews Museum raise funds. An extra $5 is donated the first time you shop.
Shop at igive.com and support Matthews Museum at no extra cost to you. Another way to contribute to our growth and success!
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