S . A T GATHA S INCLAIR F RENCHVILLE The Heart of Maine’s St. John River Valley n g Your d i Fi i na u n G ci a l F ut ure. Visit us today. Fort Kent Madawaska St. Agatha St. Francis 1.855.MY.ACADIA www.acadiafcu.org County of Aroostook 144 Sweden Street, Suite 1 419 Main Street 285 US Route 1 ut Caribou, ME 04736 Saint Agatha, Maine 04772 Frenchville, Maine 04745 ure. 207-493-3318 (207) 543-7305 207-543-7301 www.aroostook.me.us www.stagatha.com www.frenchville.org Welcome Welcome to the heart of the St. John River Valley. We hope you enjoy your stay! Inside this book you will Ƥnd information of the many aspects of St. Agatha, Frenchville, and today. Sinclair, Maine. If you Ƥnd you have questions we haven’t answered within these pages, please contact us at the above addresses or phone a numbers. We’ll be happy to help you. You’ll Ƥnd endless things to do here if you love the outdoors from simply swimming to going We are located in Northern Maine. on a day-long snowmobile run. You will also Ƥnd From the South, take I-95 North to U.S. Route 1. DIA that this is a great place to relax and reconnect Once in Caribou, either continue following US with family and friends. Whatever brought you Route 1 to Van Buren, or follow Route 161 to Route 162. From Canada, take the Trans-Canada here, we are glad you came. Highway to Edmunston, New Brunswick and cross the border into Madawaska, Maine. Follow U.S. Bienvenue! Route 1 North. Cover photo credits: Boats: © Richard Marston Design & Layout by Gazebo: © Richard Marston Heidi Carter, Heidesign Airplane © Heidi Carter Ice Shacks: © Heidi Carter 1 Small Town Charm tre b la J d la reG © THE ST. JOHN VALLEY St. Agatha, Sinclair, and Frenchville are in the heart of the Saint John River Valley. This region is best known for deep-rooted traditions of family, culture, faith, and land. The friendly, hard-working people (cid:0) many from Acadian decent (cid:0) make this area such a special place to be. The communities are considered bilingual, where French is commonly heard. In addition, New Brunswick, Canada lies over the St. John River. The rolling hills of the Valley and the airy open skies of Long Lake easily allow for fantastic views of both countries. The extensive land and water trail systems of the region provide varied terrain and tour experiences for the outdoor enthusiast. In addition to hunting and Ƥshing, many people enjoy the hundreds of miles of groomed snowmobile trails in the winter and use many of those same trails in the summer and fall for ATV riding. Agriculture has a long-standing role in sustaining the people of this area. Due to the colder climate, potato farming is the main crop, and uniquely, the children of the area still take a few weeks oơ from school each year to participate in Potato Harvest. Driving along country roads, you will Ƥnd the patchwork of farmland very picturesque. The big beautiful skies allow your mind to clear and your breath to ƪow easily. This is truly a great place to unwind and relax. KEEP US ON YOUR CALENDAR! The St. John Valley will play host for the 2014 World Acadian Congress, re held both in Maine and Canada, along the border. This event is expected traC 2 to generate over 40,000 tourists to the region over a 3 week period. idieH © Winter in Maine l Town Charm is a time of alternating rest and frenzied on st ar M activity. ard h c Ri © —Tom Allen ST. AGATHA SINCLAIR St. Agatha has a year-round resident population Long Lake and Mud Lake surround the quaint of 747 (2010 US Census) with seasonal increases community of Sinclair, which makes this an in both summer and winter. It is well noted for ideal location for people who love the water. its sweeping big skies and beautiful farmland. ATV and snowmobile trails are easily accessed The town is home to Long Lake, a 6,000-acre within the town, and it isn’t uncommon to Ƥnd and 12-mile long body of water that attracts recreational vehicles parked in the local store’s many tourists and part-time residents each parking lot. Unparalleled Ƥshing experiences, year. The sounds of loons calling and the sight both in the summer and winter, make this a of eagles diving for Ƥsh, make this an ideal place that people like to return to year after get-away to relax, unwind, and take it all in. In year. Named after the family that Ƥrst settled addition, St. Agatha oơers many recreational here, the friendly community of Sinclair will opportunities such as: snowmobile & ATV trails, undoubtably make you feel welcome, and your two boat launching facilities, tennis courts, trip will certainly be an enjoyable one. softball Ƥeld, children’s playground, and a Ƥtness center. It is a great place to reacquaint with family and friends, and to enjoy the simple FRENCHVILLE beauty all around. Frenchville is a quiet, rural town with a population of approximately 1,087, and is predominately a farming community. It lies along the scenic St. John River across from New Brunswick, Canada. The French inƪuences (cid:0) both from Canada and its ancestral Acadian background (cid:0) are apparent in the small town. It is known for its people with a strong faith and family values. This is a place to slow down and enjoy the simpler aspects of life. Frenchville is also home to the Northern Aroostook Regional Airport, which serves all of the St. John Valley. 3 Places of Worship n o st ar M d ar h c Ri © Predominantly Roman Catholic, there are deep rooted faith communities here. Historically speaking, the church played a vital role in the making of St. Agatha, Frenchville, and Sinclair. di Carter Ttoh be en oanti oimnsp oofr tfaanitth a, sfpaemcitl yt,o a tnhde vpaeluoepsle c oofn tthineusee Hei towns. © In addition to the churches, the Christian Life Center in Frenchville hosts retreats for all ages. Each community also has active prayer groups. Our Lady of the Valley Parish B oth weekend and weekday masses are oơered. St. Agatha Church Contact the churches directly for up-to-date Main Street, St. Agatha m ass schedules. There are many other faiths represented in the St. Luce Church Valley within a short driving distance to either US Route 1, Frenchville Fort Kent or Madawaska. St. Joseph Church Lakeshore Road, Sinclair 4 es of Worship Our Schools If you are looking to locate to the area, look no further. Our small, close-knit communities are family- centric. These are towns where everyone knows you by name and make you feel at home. Education Our schools have knowledgeable and friendly teachers, great student-to-teacher ratios, and pro- grams that encourage growth and inspire curiosity. MSAD #33 The schools in our District are Dr. Levesque El- Dr. Levesque Elementary School ementary School in Frenchville (Pre-kindergarten- 443 U.S. Route 1 grade 6), Wisdom Middle/High School in St. Agatha Frenchville, ME 04745 (grades 7-12), and the St. John Valley Technology (207) 543-7302 Center in Frenchville for juniors and seniors from Wisdom Middle/High School, Madawaska Middle/ High School, and Community High School in Fort Wisdom Middle/High School Kent. 368 Main Street, St. Agatha (207) 543-7717 Our schools oơer a well-rounded curriculum that includes language arts, math, science, social stud- ies, French, music, physical education, health, and St. John Valley Technology Center art. We integrate technology into the classroom 431 U.S. Route 1, Frenchville with the use of Smartboards, iPads, Laptops, and (207) 543-6606 the Tanberg Video Conferencing System for virtual Ƥeld trips. Participation is encouraged and small Long Lake Public Library class sizes ensure that our students receive the at- tention they deserve. (207) 543-9395 384 Main Street, St. Agatha We oơer extra-curricular activities and have www.longlakepubliclibrary.org active sports teams. For more information, visit us on-line at www.msad33.org 5 STEAKS & SEAFOOD BANQUET FACILITIES PRIVATE DINING ROOM LOUNGE & SUMMER PATIO COZY ATMOSPHERE FULL SERVICE CAMPING RESORT A VIEW TO TAKE YOUR BREATH AWAY OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 9 Lakev(cid:0)e(cid:0) D(cid:0)(cid:0)ve S(cid:0)(cid:0) A(cid:0)a(cid:0)(cid:0)a(cid:0) Ma(cid:0)(cid:0)e (cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0) (cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0) (cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0) (cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0)akev(cid:0)e(cid:0)(cid:0)e(cid:0)(cid:0)a(cid:0)(cid:0)a(cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0)(cid:0) “What I say is that, if a fellow really likes potatoes, he m(cid:0)st (cid:0)e a pretty decent sort of fellow.” All of your grocery needs —A. A. Milne including: fresh cut meat deli lobster to go megabucks tanning booth available 358 Main Street St. Agatha, ME 04772 (207) 543-9369 Sandra’s Kit(cid:0)hen (207) 543-690(cid:0) Eats & Sleeps RESTAURANTS The menus at our area restaurants include some regional favorites such as ployes, Acadian buckwheat pancakes; poutine, fries with cheese and gravy; and cretons, pork meat spread, usually eaten at breakfast. All establishments oơer friendly service and great food. Establishment Location Phone Number Lakeview Restaurant St. Agatha (207) 543-6331 Babin’s Grocery & Sandra’s Kitchen St. Agatha (207) 543-9369 Our Father’s Place St. Agatha (207) 543-1077 Long Lake Sporting Club Sinclair (207) 543-7584 Martin’s General Store Sinclair (207) 543-6422 Dolly’s Frenchville (207) 728-7050 Paul’s Diner - Gas & Car Wash Frenchville (207) 543-6140 Rosette’s Diner Frenchville (207) 543-7759 ACCOMMODATIONS Choose from various types of lodging to suit your needs. Wherever you stay, you are sure to Ƥnd great people and clean, charming accommodations. Establishment Phone Number Cozy Log Cabin Rentals (207) 543-6349 Cyr Cove Cabins (207) 543-6494 Friendly Valley Lodging (207) 543-6938 Lakeside Lodge on Long Lake (207) 543-7517 Lakeview Restaurant and Camping Resort (207) 543-6331 Linda’s Lakeside Cottage Rentals (207) 728-4740 Long Lake Camping (207) 543-7563 Long Lake Camps & Lodge (207) 543-6390 Long Lake Motor Inn (207) 543-5006 Trailside Vacation Rental (207) 827-2993 7 PA UL’ S GA S I N C. PA UL’ S GA S I N C. 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