Volunteers Needed for New Hospital Sitter Program

Companionship for patients at FRH and LRGH

Press release

LRGHealthcare is proud to introduce the Hospital Sitter Volunteer program at Franklin Regional Hospital and at Lakes Region General Hospital. The Hospital Sitter Program is about improving the care, health, and well-being of patients. Hospital Sitters will provide one-on-one companionship to patients. As a volunteer Hospital Sitter, you may read, talk, play games, or just […]

Franklin Mayor’s Drug Task Force Reviews its Year

An open invitation from the Franklin Mayor’s Drug Task Force

Press release

The Franklin Mayor’s Drug Task Force would like to invite members of the community to attend its next meeting on Thursday, February 13. The meeting will be held at 5 PM at the Franklin Opera House, and light refreshments will be served. “This event is a great opportunity for members of the community to find […]

Franklin Animal Shelter Pet of the Month

Precious is waiting for adoption

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Franklin Animal Shelter Pet of the Month

Meet Precious! Precious is an adult, domestic, short-haired female cat. She is spayed and litter box trained. She is current on all vaccinations. Precious truly is as precious as they come. As a kitten, she sustained a broken front paw, and her injury was never treated properly. It has left her paw somewhat misshapen. No worries […]

Senior Luncheon at the WCA Barn

Thursday, January 16, at noon

Press release

The next senior luncheon, hosted by the Wilmot Ladies Aid Society and the Community Action Program (CAP), will be at held at noon on Thursday, January 16, at the Wilmot Community Association Barn on Village Road in Wilmot Flat. Come join the fun group that gathers to socialize and share a hot meal. To reserve […]

Community Time Banking is the Topic at Graze

New London’s Graze Sustainable Table on February 4

Press release

If the idea of using skills you enjoy in exchange for getting work done that you cannot do yourself sounds appealing, you’re invited to join the Conversation Cafe on Tuesday, February 4, beginning at 5 PM, at Graze Sustainable Table, 207 Main Street in New London. Sponsored by the Kearsarge Valley Transition Initiative (KVTI), discussion […]

Learn to “Live Well” with a Chronic Disease

Franklin sessions begin January 15

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Would you like to live healthier in the New Year? Would you like to increase your energy and better manage your health? If you or someone you live with has an ongoing health concern such as chronic pain, diabetes, or arthritis and would like to learn how to better manage so that you can do […]

Letter: Thanks from WCA Craft Fair

Nearly 40 volunteers ensured that the Wilmot Community Association’s (WCA) annual Holiday Craft Fair held on December 7 was a terrific success. Without their able assistance, it would be impossible to organize and present this event. First, we extend special thanks to Kathy Neuberger, chairperson of the craft fair, for her tireless work and thoughtful […]

Letter: Wilmot Express Thanks

Volunteers epitomize holiday spirit

Press release

Holiday spirit shifted into high gear in Wilmot on December 8 when more than 150 people attended the second annual Wilmot Express, a collaborative, progressive event sponsored by the Wilmot Community Association (WCA), the Wilmot Volunteer Fire Department, and the Wilmot Public Library. Patty McGoldrick from the WCA; Kyla Pillsbury from the fire department; and […]

Hands-On Class for Super-Easy Homemade Bread

Free workshop on January 25

Press release

Anybody who’s eaten a slice of Andover resident Harvey Pine’s homemade bread at a potluck supper knows how great it is. Here’s your chance to learn how to make this super-easy Dutch oven bread yourself. Join Harvey at his home on Saturday, January 25, from 9:30 to 11:30 AM, to learn the process, help turn […]

Wilmot Busy with Holiday Events for All

Holiday Craft Fair on December 7, Wilmot Express on December 8

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Wilmot Busy with Holiday Events for All

Windows on Wilmot, a consortium of not-for-profit organizations in Wilmot, wants to invite everyone to all the wonderful events being offered. Starting with the WCA Holiday Crafts Fair December 7 and ending with the January 2, 2014 Wilmot Public Library benefit dinner at the Coach House Restaurant in New London, there is going to be […]