Bicentennial Park Telethon & Radiothon

The Town of Madawaska is proud to announce two upcoming fundraising events in support of the Bicentennial Park Capital Campaign fundraiser: a Radiothon throughout the day on Thursday, October 30, 2025, on Channel X Radio; and a live Telethon which will air live from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on WOWL Channel 16 and via their YouTube channel.

Telethon viewers will enjoy a dynamic evening featuring live musical performances bought to you by Acadia Music Row and the Music in the Park committee, historical and future-focused vignettes produced by the Madawaska High School students of WOWL Channel 16 about the Bicentennial Park, and recognition of community donors and sponsors.

Donations may be made by calling the NorState Pledge Line at 1-207-728-1212 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 30.

The Radiothon, hosted by Channel X Radio (WCXU) serving the Crown of Maine and Western New Brunswick will dedicate its broadcast to rallying community support for the project while providing its signature mix of local news, weather, sports, and classic hits.

• Any donation will be accepted throughout the day via telephone or live that evening in the Madawaska High School Cafeteria. Sponsorship levels are available with a
commitment by calling or emailing the Madawaska Town Manager, David Daigle, 207-728-6351 or townmanager@madawaska.me

Different Business or Individual Sponsorships are available:
• Park Helpers – $1-499
• Park Friends – $500 to $1000
• Park Neighbors – up to $2500
• Park Community – up to $5000
• Park Visionary – up to $10,000
• Park Legacies – up to $20,000
• Park Founders – up to $40,000
• Gold Stars – over $40,000

“The Bicentennial Park Project is about preserving and enhancing one of our community’s most cherished gathering places,” said Jessica Blalock, Executive Director of the St. John Valley Chamber of Commerce & Tourism.

Town Manager, David Daigle added, “On behalf of the Madawaska Board of Selectmen, we are thrilled to bring the community together through these exciting broadcasts to support this capital campaign fundraiser for the park’s pavilion and seating improvements that will benefit generations to come. All donations, large or small, are gratefully welcomed.”

More information is available by visiting the townofmadawaska.com website, or bringing contributions to a special “Music in the Park” evening held at the Madawaska Middle/High School cafeteria on Thursday, October 30th.