ON THE ROAD AGAIN
August 2013
LUNCH IN CONCORD AT VEANO’S
Monday, August 12th 9:00AM
Shop in Concord area stores then enjoy a delicious lunch at Veano’s. Transportation cost is $2.00 and must be paid at time of sign up. Lunch is your responsibility. Please sign up at the TRIP Center.
FOXWOODS TRIP
Wednesday, August 14th at 6 AM$40
The bus will leave the T.R.I.P. Center, 20 Canal St., at 6 AM and will leave Foxwoods at 3:30 PM to arrive at the T.R.I.P. Center at 6:30 PM Deluxe Motor Coach, Bonus Package, Bag breakfast, bingo and movie included. Space is limited. Call 934-4151 to reserve a seat. Sign up and payment due by August 7th. There are no refunds. Open to the public. Make all checks out to the T.R.I.P. Center. Transportation will be provided by the Coach Bus Company. The bus is accessible to all mobility equipment that fits within the ADA definition of a “Common wheelchair”. Mobility equipment must be no more than 30 inches wide and 48 inches in length measured 2 inches above the ground, and weigh no more than 600 pounds when occupied in order to be used on the bus. If you have questions or concerns regarding mobility equipment or other disability- related mobility accommodation needs, please contact Terri Page, Mobility Manager @ 225-3295. Community Action Program Belknap Merrimack Counties Inc. (CAPBMCI) is fully committed to upholding and assuring full compliance with Title VI of the civil rights act of 1964, the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, and all related statutes. No person shall on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, sex, age, or disability be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity coordinated by CAPBMCI.nch is your responsibility.
SPECIAL EVENTS
WATERMELON DAY
Wednesday, August 7th at 11:30 AM
Come on down for a delicious lunch followed by watermelon for dessert. Bring your favorite watermelon dessert recipes to share. Please be sure to sign up at the TRIP Center.
NATIONAL RELAXATION DAY
Monday, August 12that 11:30 AM
Kick off your shoes, pour yourself a cold drink, grab a good book, and prepare to relax. You deserve it.
TELL A JOKE DAY
Tuesday, August 13th at 10:30 AM
Bring your favorite joke to share with everyone. We will have a stand up comedy half hour. Show us how funny you can be and win a prize. Please be sure to sign up at the TRIP Center.
HAWAIIAN DAY
Thursday, August 15th at 10:30 AM
Show off your Hawaiian style in your best tropical garb. Best dressed wins a prize! Play a game of Pass the Coconut then enjoy a delicious lunch of chicken teriyaki, rice, Hawaiian salad, pineapple rings, and special island drinks. Bingo to follow.
NATIONAL DOG DAY
Monday, August 27that 11:30 AM
Bring a picture of your favorite dog (or cat) in. We will display the pictures, and have a ballot box for votes. The winners (cutest dog and cutest cat) will receive a prize Please be sure to sign up at the TRIP Center.
FREE HEARING EVALUATIONS
Thursday, August 1st at 10:45-12:45
Licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist Christopher Streeter from Affordable Hearing LLC will be hear for free hearing evaluations, hearing aid maintenance, and hearing aid cleanings. Sign-up at the TRIP Center or call 934-4151 for an appointment.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
FREE CONCERTS AT TILTON ISLAND PARK
Sunday evenings from 6:30-9 weather permitting
There will be concerts at the Tilton Island Park every Sunday evening during the month of August, concerts are free. Refreshments are available, but feel free to bring your own, or a picnic. And Do bring chairs or a blanket to sit on, and enjoy the music.
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Thursdays at 6:30 PM, July 11th –Sept. 7th
Concerts in the park presented by the City of Franklin Parks and Recreation Department at the gazebo in Odell Park. LAWN SEATING- bring your own chairs and blankets. Rain location will be The Franklin Opera House. Free to the public.
July 11th- Don Barnstein
July 18th- “How to Succeed in Business” at the Franklin Opera House
July 25th- Fireside Trio
August 1st- Franklin Area Children’s Theater presents an original work at the Franklin Opera House
August 8th- Breaking Character
August 15th- Jim Barnes, Balladeer
August 16th & 17th- Franklin Area Children’s Theater presents “Alice in Wonderland” at the Franklin Opera House
August 22nd- Kids Jazz Band
August 29th- 39th Army Band
Saturday September 7th 10:00-3 PM
2nd Annual Gospel Music Festival
(rain location Hope Community Chapel)
AREA FARMERS MARKETS
Franklin Community Farmers Market
Franklin Regional Hospital
Tuesdays from 3-6 PM July-September rain or shine
Canterbury Community Farmer’s Market
Elkin’s Library Parking Lot
Wednesdays June-Oct 4-6:30 PM
Sanbornton Farmer’s Market
Rte 32 across from Lane Tavern
Fridays June 24-Oct 7 from 3-6 PM
Tilton, Exit 20 Farmer’s Market at Tanger Outlets
Wednesdays June 22-Sept 21 4-6:30 PM
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
SERVICE LINK RESOURCE CENTER
Tuesday, August 27th at 10:30AM
Anita Oelfke will help you with Medicare Advantages. She will have up-to-date information for you. You may have a one-on-one appointment with her.
Tuesday, August 20th at 10:30AM
Wayne Blanchard from Service Link will be here on the third Tuesday of each month to meet with anyone who may have questions about long term care options for care in the home to maintain independence. He can also answer general medicare questions.
VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION
Tuesday, August 27th at 10:30 AM
The VNA nurse comes to the T.R.I.P. Center the last Tuesday of every month.
ON GOING EVENTS
Take the bus to concord the second Monday of each month to go bowling, shopping, or to an appointment. A donation of $2.00 round trip is requested.
Line Dancing every Monday and Friday at 10 AM
Blood Pressure Testing the fourth Tuesday of each month at 10:30 AM provided by Franklin VNA
Chair Excercises Tuesday and Thursday at 10 AM
Bingo Tuesday and Thursday at 12:15 PM after lunch.
Early Risers every Tuesday and Thursday at 8:30 AM
Yoga on Wednesday at 10 AM $7 per session
Cribbage Group every Tuesday at 9:30 AM
NANCY’S FRONT PAGE
SAVE THE DATE
Thursday, September 26th 5:30-9 PM
At the New Hampshire Audubon in Concord.
Bowls of Care…a gathering to support community and family caregivers.
Join us to raise awareness at this first ever Elder Services Caregiver event. Tickets are $30. Your entry entitles you to a handcrafted bowl and an evening of gourmet soups, breads, and desserts provided by local chefs, music by Peggo Hodes, and an insightful, informative presentation by renowned speaker Dr. Dennis McCullough, author of “My Mother, Your Mother”.