2012 was good to us. First priority – Painting of the freight car. The job was finished in time for our August Old Time Fair. Next priority – The conversion of the Lull house in Potter Place into work space was assisted by a grant from the New England Grassroots Environmental Fund which allowed an […]
The Andover Energy Group (AEG) is an informal organization of local volunteers interested in learning about and implementing renewable energy sources and energy-efficiency techniques in area homes, businesses, and institutions. Formed in June 2011, we meet on the first Thursday of each month. AEG-sponsored activities in 2012 included “Button-Up” home weatherization workshops in January and […]
The Andover Service Club is pleased to announce that the application process for the 2013 scholarship awards has begun. Scholarship applications are available at the Andover Elementary/Middle School, Proctor Academy, Merrimack Valley High School, and the ASC Thrift Shop located in Andover. They may also be downloaded at AndoverBeacon.com. Awards are based on academic performance, […]
Our February meeting opened with a welcome and words from our president, Mary Ofenloch. Since it was close to Valentine’s Day, Mary read some poems on love. She also noted that we had three consecutive special days this month: Lincolns Birthday, Ash Wednesday, and Valentine’s Day. She honored one of them with the recitation of […]
The Andover Service Club (ASC) is presenting a family-friendly production, Fred Marple of Frost Heaves, New Hampshire starring Ken Sheldon, on Saturday, April 20 at 7 PM in AE/MS. Admission at the door is $10 for adults, $5 for students 6 to 16, and under 6 are free. Proceeds will benefit the Andover Service Club […]
The Andover Knitting Club which meets on Monday afternoons has added new members this winter. Not only does it have new students from grades three through seven, but Anne Hewitt and Jean Whatley have joined us as well. Anne is a para-educator at the school and active community member. Jean is a volunteer who hails […]
Latest workshop attracted nearly 80 attendees
Larry Chase, Andover Energy Group It’s beginning to look like a trend. 12: In June 2011, a Beacon article invited the public to a meeting designed to gauge local interest in alternative energy sources and energy conservation. The meeting drew a dozen people. 30: In January 2012, a Button Up home-weatherization workshop drew 30. 35: […]
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Formed in November of 1954 by a group of service-minded people from the Andover community, the Andover Lions Club was officially chartered by Lions Clubs International in March of 1955. The mission of the organization is to provide assistance to people in need and specifically those who are visually or hearing-impaired. In the 56 years […]
Community support provides scholarships and more
Gisela Darling, Andover Service Club The Andover Thrift Shop has been in business for over 15 years. Started by members of the Andover Service Club, it has provided a valuable service to the community. It is the major fund raiser for the Andover Service Club, and most of the money raised provides scholarships given on […]
Dance to Doo Wop and raise funds for WCA Press release
The Wilmot Community Association (WCA) and the Pine Hill Cross Country Ski Area will sponsor a potluck supper (BYOB) and dance from 6:30 to 11 PM on Saturday, February 16, at the WCA’s Red Barn, 64 Village Road in Wilmot Flat. Admission costs $10 per person. Proceeds will benefit the two non-profit organizations. Complimentary cheese […]