Granite
Girls State
The
American Legion Auxiliary of Barnstead, Unit 42, would like to offer a
unique opportunity for a high school girl, entering her senior year, who
is interested in government, politics, and current events.
This
summer, girls from across New Hampshire will meet with local leaders and
American Legion Auxiliary representatives for the 69th session of
Granite Girls State. The program is a good opportunity for girls
considering college and can teach them the skills necessary to take up
leadership roles. For one week, they will learn about the inner workings
of government, take part in mock elections, and sponsor and debate their
own bills.
The week
starts out with a focus on local government, gradually branching out to
explore party politics and our own state government. Through guest
speakers and various programs, Girls State educates young women on the
importance of good citizenship, enabling each girl to decide for herself
what it means to be an American. Citizens of Girls State will have fun
and build lasting friendships, and two girls will be chosen to represent
New Hampshire at Girls Nation in Washington DC. In addition, worthwhile
scholarships are available.
The program
will be held at Franklin Pierce University in Rindge from June 23-29th,
and any interested families should contact the guidance department
and/or Cindy at 776-3091. More information can be found at
www.alaforveterans.org and
www.facebook.com/AmericanLegionAuxiliaryGirlsState.
Mark
Fogarty To Speak At CBCC
On Sunday,
April 28th Mark Fogarty, a missionary with Muddy River Media (a ministry
which provides free media resources for churches around the world) will
be our guest speaker. His life experiences and distinct perspective
results in a unique style of storytelling and preaching, blending humor
with a deep passion for the Bible and the story of redemption. Mark and
his wife Melissa have been married for 20 years, currently live in
Halifax, Nova Scotia, and have one exceptionally spoiled African Grey
parrot named Rudy. Mark will also be speaking at a Prison Fellowship
weekend seminar in the Concord State Prison on April 26-27th. Come and
hear what Mark has to share from God’s Word. Sunday School begins at
9:00 AM and Morning Worship follows at 10:00 AM.
The Center
Barnstead Christian Church is located on Route 126, next to the Town
Hall. For more information, please call the church at 269-8831.
LRCC Honor
Society Induction
“It was an
honor to be asked to be part of PTK,” says Shea in her first year of
LRCC’s Nursing Associate Degree Program. “Membership is an
acknowledgement and personal reward for the dedication required in
LRCC’s rigorous Nursing Program. I was grateful to share the evening
with my family which includes my granddaughter, Maci.”
“I am also
glad to be inducted into PTK and find it a significant honor and
academic accomplishment,” says Brown who earned her Bachelor’s Degree in
Psychology at University of New Hampshire - Durham. “Christina and I
have formed great friendships through LRCC’s Nursing Program.” Brown’s
father, Max Brown (Loudon-not pictured), is a long-term LRCC Business
Management Professor.
Shea plans
to continue for her Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing at Southern New
Hampshire University following LRCC graduation. She also desires to
earn the Master’s Degree in Nursing specializing in pediatrics or
hospice care.
Brown plans
to use her fluency in French and Spanish as well as her degree in
Nursing to obtain a career internationally. She has taught English as a
Second Language in Buenos Aires, Argentina extensively.
Honor
Society Inductees
Spring 2013
Marc R.
Adams – Laconia, NH; Suzanne E. Brown – Loudon, NH; Alysha B. Burke –
Campton, NH; Amber M. Carpenter – Center Tuftonboro, NH; Travis J. Clark
– Hampstead, NH; Samantha D. Cole – Alton Bay, NH; Nicholas A. Deschamps
– Newbury, NH; Elizabeth A. Green – Gilford, NH; Kim Sara Hiffler –
Hagenthal-le-Bas, France; Sean P. Macdonald – Meredith, NH; Colin S.
McGuire – Laconia, NH; April L. Nile – Bristol, NH; Anthony J. Paraspolo
– Laconia, NH; Jennifer E. Peloquin – Alton Bay, NH; Annamarie Redman –
Gilmanton Iron Works, NH; Edward W. Roy – Goffstown, NH; Bryan Sdankus –
Burlington, VT; Christina Shea – Barnstead, NH; Rebecca J. Silveria –
Boscawen, NH; Carol H. Simpson – Laconia, NH; Kathleen M. Swanson –
Meredith, NH; Tyler W. Tozier – West Ossipee, NH; Jennifer A. Walsh –
Laconia, NH; Shannen E. Warner – Dover, NH; Casey C. Washburn – Orford,
NH; Christine M. Yale – Gilford, NH; Emily A. Yeager – Sandwich, NH
LEGO
Construction At Barnstead Library!
Our second
annual Lego Construction Party on Saturday, March 30, 2013 was another
great success! We had 13 children, varying in age, who participated in
building many spectacular structures. Most of the children really
enjoyed being creative and building something unique, while others had
fun working with adults on more elaborate sets to build specific items.
It was a joy for us to watch the children concentrate, cooperate, and
construct their masterpieces. Please visit the library to view all of
the children’s wonderful creations, which will be on display until the
end of April.
The OFML
staff would like to thank all those who donated blocks for this event.
We would also like to thank the Meehan and Varney families for helping
us clean up after this event. All of your continued community support is
greatly appreciated.
Yankee
Miniature Horse Club Open Barn
• May 18th,
10 am to 4 pm
• 158
Garland Road, Barnstead, NH – 568-0311
• Cart
rides
• Food
available
• Raffles –
small fees
•
Miniatures to pet
• 2013
foals to see and pet
• Some
small games
• The
chance to groom
• Some
leading experience
• Everyone
welcome
We look
forward to your visit.
Cabin Fever
Spring Dessert Concert
With Chris Bonoli And The Blues Monsters
Peg Chaffee
and Cheryl Sager of “Nice & Naughty” will perform at the Cabin Fever
Spring Dessert Concert at the Barnstead Town Hall on Saturday, April
27th.
If you
enjoyed the New Year’s Eve Milk and Cookies Concert at the Barnstead
Town Hall, please join us for the Cabin Fever Spring Dessert Concert on
April 27th at the Barnstead Town Hall. The concert will be held from
6:30-8:30 p.m. with a reception following the concert to meet the
musicians and socialize with your neighbors. Chris Bonoli and the Blues
Monsters will host the concert featuring a buffet of desserts, drinks
and light snacks. There will be 3 musical combinations: 30 minutes of
Jazz, 30 minutes of Folk, and 30 minutes of Blues!
We are
thrilled to present Peg Chaffee and Cheryl Sager who formed their own
music duo “Nice & Naughty” after performing together in other musical
combinations. Their original songs are captivating and their voices
blend in natural harmonies. We are also thrilled to bring you a local
jazz quartet “Savoya” consisting of Sureya on vocals, Chris Gilb of
Tilton on electric bass guitar, Lee Ames of Laconia on saxophone and
flute and a mystery jazz guitarist (for you to name) who lived in
Barnstead and recently moved to Gilmanton. Savoya performs every other
Thursday evening in Tilton.
The hosts
of the evening, the Blues Monsters will play 30 minutes of blues with
Chris Bonoli of Barnstead on guitar and vocals, Marty Wintje of
Farmington on electric lead guitar and Syd Brooks of Rochester on bass.
They will have guest appearances by spoon player, Lew Josselyn and
saxophone player, Ken Burt, both of Barnstead.
To have
tickets delivered to your home, please call and leave your name and
phone number with Karly West at 856-1052, Chris Bonoli at 776-3616, or
Lew Josselyn and Lorraine Burdo at 269-3317. We will get back to you
and deliver the tickets. Seating will be at tables for 8 if you would
like to organize a group to attend together. Tickets are limited to 85
attendees so don’t delay in calling.
The town
hall plans to have a wheelchair accessible bathroom installed by the
concert date and you may check with Chris Bonoli for a progress update
on the facility. All proceeds will support the mission and ministries of
the Congregational Church of North Barnstead.