Making Strides in Concord Approaches $7.5 Million Raised Since 1993

Andover teams continue to make an impact

By Kimberly Laro, Making Strides
Making Strides in Concord Approaches $7.5 Million Raised Since 1993

Members of the Volunteer Planning Committee announce to the crowd the results of  this year’s Making Strides fundraising efforts for the Concord walk. $476,510 was raised by the end of the October 16 walk, with more donations continuing to be made. Kimberly Laro of Andover is holding the “4”; Kat Hitchmoth, also of Andover, is […]

Third Running of Special Olympics Rail Trail Rally a Big Success

Proctor and Andover host 80 Special Olympians

By Scott Allenby, Proctor Academy
Third Running of Special Olympics Rail Trail Rally a Big Success

Proctor Academy hosted the third annual Rail Trail Rally to benefit Special Olympics New Hampshire on October 1. With over 250 participants, including 80 Special Olympians, hundreds of volunteers, and most Proctor students taking part, the event was the biggest in its three-year history. Even larger than the event itself, however, is the impact the […]

South Danbury Church Pie and Cookbook Sale

Saturday, November 12

Press release

The South Danbury Church homemade pies and gently used cookbooks sale will be held on Saturday, November 12 from 10 AM to 2 PM. Be ready for Thanksgiving early with delicious homemade pies from the talented bakers of South Danbury and if you don’t prefer pie, there will be other baked items for sale, too. […]

Musical Entertainment Set for Senior Luncheons

Starts at 11:30 AM

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Musical Entertainment Set for Senior Luncheons

  Two fantastic groups will be providing music for the Kearsarge area Senior Luncheons held in Wilmot on two Thurdsays coming up on November 17 and December 15. First the dynamic duo of Barbara Cooper and Wally “Vaudeville Troupe” Borgen will entertain following the November 17 luncheon. Then, on December 15 the Clef Hangers Barbershop […]

A Time for Giving – Donations Needed

Cranberry sauce, stuffing, gravy, potatoes, and more

Press release

Twin Rivers Interfaith Food Pantry has all the turkeys ordered… yet still needs all the fixings for that wonderful family gathering coming “real” soon. We expect to prepare 320 turkey baskets which include the following items: cranberry sauce, small white onions, turkey stuffing, turkey gravy, potatoes, squash – frozen box or bag, dinner rolls, canned […]

COA Chapin Senior Center, November 2016

Programs and Events

Press release

Tom & Tom’s Men’s Discussion Group     Mondays 8:45 AM We want to hear your stories and we’ll share a few of our own. Come visit over an endless cup of coffee!  This is a walk-in program. French Discussion Group  First and Third Mondays at 4:15 PM Join this casual, friendly group to practice your language […]

AARP Tax-Aide Program Needs Volunteers

Preparers needed for local area

Press release

The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program needs additional volunteers for free income tax preparation in New London and Andover. AARP and the IRS sponsor the program for middle and low income taxpayers and the elderly. Presently we have 12 volunteers. Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are welcome. You don’t need to be an AARP member or […]

Pope Memorial SPCA Rescues 40 Dogs and Cats

Top-notch care and medical attention important

Press release

The Pope Memorial SPCA of Concord-Merrimack County (PMSPCA) unexpectedly took in 40 companion animals on September 15 from all over Merrimack County. Responding to multiple community calls throughout the day, 21 felines and one canine living in sub-par conditions were rescued from a single apartment in the Greater Concord area, now known as the “Apartment […]

COA Chapin Senior Center, October 2016

Programs and Events

Press release

37 Pleasant Street PO Box 1263 New London, New Hampshire 03257 603-526-6368     kearsargecoa.com October 2016 Programs and Activities Tom & Tom’s Men’s Discussion Group Mondays 8:45 AM We want to hear your stories and we’ll share a few of our own. Come visit over an endless cup of coffee! This is a walk-in […]

Wilmot Historical Society Hosts Cracker Barrel Program

Share stories and experiences

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Wilmot Historical Society Hosts Cracker Barrel Program

  The Wilmot Historical Society will be hosting a cracker barrel style program, “Wilmot’s One-Room Schoolhouse Reunion” at 2 PM on Sunday, November 6, at the WCA’s Red Barn. The society, 40 years old this year, will hold its annual meeting prior to the program at 1:30 PM. All are welcome to attend. The reunion […]

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