Patricia Goldrick Named WCA Volunteer of the Year

Reports "a wildly successful year" to annual meeting

Press release

The Wilmot Community Association (WCA) named Patricia McGoldrick as its volunteer of the year during the organization’s annual meeting, Saturday, Jan. 25. In July 2012, McGoldrick agreed to spend two years as the WCA’s executive director. Also lauding McGoldrick for her work on behalf of the WCA were Meredith resident Sen. Jeanie Forrester, N.H. Senate […]

Free Speaker Series Continues in South Danbury

February 7 and 21 at the church

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In January, the South Danbury Church kicked off the second year of its Speaker Series with the addition of supper – a light meal of soup and salad – offered before the presentation to help “warm up” the audience. “People enjoyed the Soup Nights last month so much that we’ve decided to keep it going […]

Senior Luncheon at WCA Cancelled for February

Next one will be on March 20 at the Red Barn

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Senior Luncheon at WCA Cancelled for February

Senior Luncheons offered at the Wilmot Community Association’s (WCA) Red Barn at noon on the third Thursday of the month have been enthusiastically embraced by the whole community. The Wilmot Ladies Aid Society is sponsoring these popular outings in conjunction with the WCA and CAP in Concord, which provides food and support services for seniors […]

Volunteers Needed for New Hospital Sitter Program

Companionship for patients at FRH and LRGH

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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

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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

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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 […]