Area Veterans Invited to Memorial Day Remembrance and Barbecue

Special focus on care providers in auxiliary services

Press release

For the past six years, Kearsarge Regional High School has honored those who gave the last full measure of devotion in service to their country during our Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony. In the past, the Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony has highlighted the Korean Conflict, the History of Memorial Day, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Prisoners […]

Three Events in May at South Danbury Church

Speaker series starts again in the fall

Press release
Three Events in May at South Danbury Church

There are three more events in May before the Speaker Series closes out its spring season at the South Danbury Church. “Because of the five Fridays in May,” says Kathy Neustadt, one of the series’ founders, “we have three events planned for the month before we break for the summer, and we’re very excited about […]

Documentary on Prescription Drug Addiction to be Screened

June 10 event includes panel, resources

By Christine Frost, for the Beacon
Documentary on Prescription Drug Addiction to be Screened

In January, I had the opportunity to attend a showing of the documentary The Hungry Heart at the Red River Theater. The film is an intimate look at the world of prescription drug abuse through Vermont Pediatrician Fred Holmes’ experience with his patients. It was a very provocative film as well as overwhelmingly relevant in our […]

Blazing Star Grange Holds Last Winter Market of the Season

Saturday, May 2, in Danbury

Press release

The Danbury Winter Farmers Market will hold the final market of the season on Saturday, May 2, from 9 AM to 1 PM. We are all thinking ahead to warmer days and gardening, but there is still a lot left at the market of the last growing season. Vendors have honey, root crops, meats, and canned products, all gathered and […]

Tai Chi Classes in Andover on Saturday Mornings

10 to 11 AM in the AE/MS gym

Press release

Starting on Saturday, May 2, the Andover Community Association will be sponsoring a Tai Chi class for adults at the Andover Elementary/Middle School. The program is from 10 to 11 AM in the gym. The four-week session is on-going through June. Future plans include a summer program outside. Tai Chi has been studied by the Harvard School […]

“Inhabit: A Permaculture Perspective” Airs in Franklin on April 30

New Hampshire permaculturists included in the film

Press release

Inhabit: A Permaculture Perspective explores the many environmental and agricultural issues facing us today and examines solutions that are being applied using the ecological design process called “permaculture.” Permaculture is a design lens that uses the principles found in ecosystems to help shift our impact from destructive to regenerative. Focused mostly on the Northeastern and […]

Andover Community Association Becomes an Active Local Resource

Much progress, on many fronts

Press release

The Andover Community Association (ACA) continued its journey of becoming an active community resource in April by: Offering four courses or workshops on personal well-being and sustainable living Announcing a Travel Night on Wednesday, May 27, the first in a projected series to feature local residents showcasing photographs and impressions from recent journeys Developing a […]

Wilmot Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale on May 23

In Wilmot Flat, from 8 AM to noon

Press release

The Wilmot Garden Club (WGC) is holding its annual plant sale from 8 AM to noon on Saturday, May 23, at the Old Firehouse next to the Wilmot Post Office, just off Route 11 in Wilmot Flat. As always, the Garden Club’s annual plant sale will be held one day only, rain or shine. A […]

Choose Franklin Community Day on May 9

A parade, frisbee dogs, bungee jump, and more!

Press release

The 11th annual Choose Franklin Community Day will be held on Saturday, May 9, rain or shine. This year’s event, sponsored by Franklin Regional Hospital (LRGHealthcare) and Franklin Savings Bank will take place at Odell Park, located on Memorial Street in downtown Franklin. Activities will begin at 10 AM on Saturday when booths, games, and […]