June 10 event includes panel, resources
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 […]
Saturday, May 2, in Danbury
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 […]
10 to 11 AM in the AE/MS gym
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 […]
New Hampshire permaculturists included in the film
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 […]
Much progress, on many fronts
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 […]
In Wilmot Flat, from 8 AM to noon
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 […]
A parade, frisbee dogs, bungee jump, and more!
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 […]
Friday, May 15 at the Grange Hall
The Andover-based singer-songwriter duo of Jimmy Sferes and Jennifer White will headline the program of performers at the May edition of the Andover Community Coffeehouse, which begins at 7 PM on Friday, May 15, in the Highland Lake Grange Hall in East Andover. In an increasingly popular program segment, the event will also offer an […]
Saturday, May 16, from 10 AM to 2 PM
The Salisbury Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department will host its fourth annual Open House on Saturday, May 16, from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Salisbury Fire Station. The Fire Station is located at 273 Old Turnpike Road (Route 4) in Salisbury. This is a great time for the community to come tour the […]
"Caring Student Intern" program in July or August
LRGHealthcare is proud to once again offer local teens an opportunity to participate in the popular Caring Student Intern (CSI) program. CSI is offered to teens between the ages of 15 and 18 who have an interest in learning about careers in healthcare. Participants will learn medical skills such as taking blood pressure and respirations, […]