Gilford Old Home Day Brings out the Community

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2016 GILFORD, N.H. - FREE Gilford Old Home Day brings out the community

BY ERIN PLUMMER Greene said he overall [email protected] liked the fun community Residents and visi- atmosphere. He said dif- tors came out for a big ferent people will come all-day party celebrating at different parts of the the town at the 97th an- day. nual Gilford Old Home A number of different Day. local groups had their From a big breakfast own events going on to a nighttime dance, throughout the day. events went on through- The day started with out Saturday for people the Gilford Rotary Club’s of all ages. The center of 32nd annual Pancake the activities was Village Breakfast at the Gilford Field with a number of Youth Center. activities going on all Since 1988 proceeds throughout the village. have gone into the Cher- This year’s theme was yl Lynn Walsh Scholar- “Cruisin’ the Lakes Re- ship Fund. gion.” The scholarship was Parks and Recreation named in honor of the Director Herb Greene daughter of Rotarian said the weather was John Walsh who died in nice for the event and an accident. Every year they had a good crowd. the scholarship is pre- Erin Plummer “It’s great to see a sented to a graduating Mckenna Howard, age seven, rushes forward during one of the Old Home Day relay races for kids. good turnout and have senior at Gilford High nice weather for every- School. one,” Greene said. Rotarians grilled pan- GMS performers get Broadway experience Old Home Day is or- cakes and sausage to ganized by the Old Home serve food to guests. BY ERIN PLUMMER Day Committee, who “We always get a lot [email protected] planned this year’s event of great participation A group of Gilford Mid- months after Old Home from club members help- dle School performers got Day 2015. ing and the public,” said a taste of the Broadway Greene said the Old Gilford Rotary president experience with a special Home Day Committee is Russell Lunt. student theater program a great group that puts Around 500 people right in New York City. in a lot of time and effort came for the breakfast, For two weeks in July, into planning the event which Lunt said is an a group of seven GHS every year. average number. He said students stayed in New “It’s a dedicated they see a lot of locals, York and performed with group, a lot of them have but they also see a lot of the Broadway Junior been on the committee people who are visiting program. In Broadway for decades,” Greene the area. Junior, theater students said. “They do a great from around the country Erin Plummer job.” SEE OLD HOME DAY PAGE A14 audition to take part in Emma Tierno, Mae Kenny, and Jacqueline Nash were among seven Gilford Middle School students who performed in New York City for Broadway Junior. The others who took part and are not pictured are Chelsea Sasserson, Charles Purcell, Colby Smith, and Emily O’Connor.

the two-week program. The students will work on the scripts and cho- Potter Hill residents speak reography for adapta- tions of major shows for out against scheduled younger performers and audiences before they are road improvements released for theater programs. BY ERIN PLUMMER speed test was done of Chelsea Sasserson and [email protected] the road. Jacqueline Nash were Residents on Potter Kiedaisch said the in “Oliver,” Mae Kenny, Hill Road are asking the tests show a 50 percent Emma Tierno, Charles town not to fix the road increase in drivers trav- Purcell, and Colby Smith in 2017 due to concerns eling eastbound down were in “42nd Street: that it might make the Potter Hill Road going Young Performer’s Edi- current speed issues more than 16 miles per

Erin Plummer tion.” Purcell was also in worse. hour over the speed lim- Streetcar Company won “Best Commercial Float” for it’s “Grease” themed display. “Hans Christian Anders- A number of Pot- it. He said 40 percent of en” and Emily O’Connor ter Hill Road residents all drivers down Potter Old Home Day parade cruises through the village was in “Pippin.” came to Wednesday’s se- Hill exceed the speed This year they went lectmen’s meeting. limit by 11 to 15 miles BY ERIN PLUMMER the parade with their own tions of this year’s theme down around July 3 and Potter Hill Road is per hour, whereas in [email protected] unique displays. Many “Crusin’ The Lakes.” came back to Gilford on on the Public Works 2014 35 percent of driv- Viewers of the 2016 had various interpreta- SEE PARADE PAGE A15 SEE BROADWAY JR PAGE A14 Department’s five-year ers were traveling at Old Home Day Parade plan to be worked on in those speeds. There has could experience color- 2017. also been a significant ful floats, enthusiastic Holiday makes for early deadlines Gary Kiedaisch, rep- increase in cars down marchers, music, town resenting the other resi- the road. volunteers, and a lot of MEREDITH — The obituaries intended for For information re- dents of Potter Hill Road, Kiedaisch said the candy coming through offices of the Gilford publication on the 8th garding the holiday spoke to the selectmen residents request that the village. Steamer, located at 5 will be moved up one deadlines for display ad- about ongoing safety the road be left a coun- The annual Old Home Water St. in Meredith, business day, to Friday, vertising, please contact concerns along that try road. A number of Day Parade went down will be closed Monday, Sept. 2 at 4 p.m. Submis- our Sales team at 279- road. The road is post- residents spoke against Cherry Valley and Belk- Sept. 5 in observance of sions are welcome in 4516 or beth@salmon- ed at 25 miles per hour, improving the road, nap Mountain Roads on Labor Day. person at our offices or press.com. though residents said concerned that the work Saturday to sidewalks To ensure that our by e-mail at steamer@ The staff of the Gil- they have seen vehicles will bring more traffic packed with people. Sept. 8 edition arrives in salmonpress.com. ford Steamer thanks our going down the road at and cause people to go An assortment of subscribers' mail boxes Please note that any readers for their cooper- high speeds. faster. town officials and enti- despite the holiday, the submissions received af- ation with this change in Kiedaisch and other Some who spoke said ties, companies, orga- submission deadline ter 4 p.m. on the 2nd will our usual schedule, and residents spoke at a pre- they did not see the need nizations, individuals, for any press releases, be held for publication wishes one and all a safe vious selectmen’s meet- groups, and a few animal letters to the editor, and on Sept. 15. and happy Labor Day. ing. Since then another SEE POTTER HILL PAGE A14 friends could be found in A2 THE GILFORD STEAMER THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

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Gilford’s Jason Pal- March he set up his shop orders. He has many of Metal Works in Au- is Amy with her “Big story. She has a huge se- tanavich will be demon- in his garage with a pro- garden designs, for ex- burn, Maine to improve Bags and Udder Things.” lection of bags, some are strating his blacksmith- pane forge; it is a hobby ample, long slender rods his technique. Come I had to ask her about the waterproof, insulated ing skill on Sept. 3 as and this is his first at- that can be put into the and watch a blacksmith name and her card that lunch bags that a parent he shows how he makes tempt to sell his items at ground and that can hold demonstrate and see has a picture of a cow on can put an ice pack in his items that he sells a market. He has many wine glasses, candles, or what he will be creating. it, I think you will chuck- to keep the lunch cool, at the Gilford Farmer’s sizes and shapes of hook bird houses or bird feed- Another craftsperson le as she tells you her SEE BLACKSMITH PAGE A15 Market every Saturday. forged from iron. How- ers. He has fiddleheads The market is held on ever, since he has been at that can be inserted in the grounds of the his- the market he has gotten your garden or on the GILFORD POLICE LOG torical 1838 Rowe from quite creative, thanks side of a garage beside l 9 a.m. till noon, and is to customers asking for a garden. This summer located right beside the special designs and he is he took classes at the The Gilford Police pagne, age 21, of Bel- session of Controlled/ Elementary School. In enjoying taking custom New England School Department responded mont was arrested on Narcotic Drugs. to 285 calls for service Aug. 27 for Carrying Dana C. Main, age and made the follow- a Loaded Handgun 29, of Alton was arrest- GILFORD PARKS AND RECREATION NEWS ing arrests from Aug. Without a License, ed on Aug. 27 for Dis- l 23-29. Please note that Possession of Drugs in obeying An Officer and the names of juveniles, a Motor Vehicle, and a Driving After Revoca- BY HERB GREENE of the summer Senior will provide the drinks and those of individu- separate count of Pos- tion or Suspension. Director Moment-um program on and paper goods and als taken into protec- Gilford Parks and Recreation Monday, Sept. 12. Partic- participants are asked tive custody but not Senior Moment-um ipants are invited to join to bring a dish to share formally charged, have Gilford Public Library End of Summer Beach us at Gilford Town Beach with the group. If you been withheld. Potluck on Sept. 12 at 11:30 a.m. for potluck have a lawn chair, please Brian W. Wood, age The Gilford Parks and lunch and a game of boc- bring it! Come and enjoy 18, of Somersworth; Top Ten Requests Recreation Department ce ball. The Parks and the last of our summer Brendan M. Collins, 1. “The Underground Railroad” by Colson Whitehead will be sponsoring an end Recreation Department days at the beach. Par- age 19, of Rochester; 2. “Man Called Ove” by Fredrik Backman ticipants must RSVP and Christian K. Miles, 3. “The Girls” by Emma Cline with the dish they plan age 19, also of Roches- 4. “Bullseye” by James Patterson Wesley Woods to offer to bring with the Parks ter, were arrested on 5. “After You” by Jojo Moyes and Recreation Depart- Aug. 24 for Criminal 6. “The Language of Flowers” by Vanessa Diffenbaugh ment at 527-4722 by Sept. Trespassing. 7. “Sweet Tomorrows” by Debbie Macomber chair yoga classes again 9. The rain date will be Daniel G. Walker, 8. “Before the Fall” by Noah Hawley Once again, Wesley include improved pos- Tuesday, Sept. 13. age 62, of Gilmanton 9. “The Girl With the Lower Back Tattoo” by Amy Shumer Woods is teaming up ture, improved balance, For more information was arrested on Aug. 10. “The Woman in Cabin 10” by Ruth Ware with Rick Hochsprung flexibility and strength or to RSVP, please con- 25 for Theft By Unau- MSPT, Cert MDT, to offer as well as increased en- tact the Gilford Parks thorized Taking or Chair Yoga classes. ergy levels, that is just and Rec. Department at Transfer (Larceny). Chair Yoga is, just to name a few. Rick will 527-4722. Timothy Cham- that, Yoga in a chair. lead you through many This allows almost any- poses and down the path one to participate. The of renewed mind/body purpose of these exer- wellness. Classes will cises is to help open be held Thursdays from blockages in the body's 2pm จC 3pm starting Sept. energy pathways to heal 6. First class is free, and ourselves naturally. It many payment options is for anyone interested are available. For more in a gentle fitness class details or to sign up, who cannot easily get please contact Stace at up and down from the 528-2555 or sdhendricks@ floor. The many benefits wesleywoodsnh.org.

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There’s a pile of stuff on a corner of my desk that has a life of its own. Courtesy No matter how often or If you caught an image of a verifiable mountain lion on your trail camera, it’d look like this one, caught on a trail-cam in Saguaro National Park, Az. much you take out of it, it remains the same---a and a half north of Lit- seat, and fiends from was reportedly good pile of stuff. Call it the tleton, and another half my Beecher Falls Fac- enough for a Vermont 100-Year-Old Soup of hour from Berlin. Cole- tory days stopped by to Fish and Wildlife officer. writing. brook-area readers will say hello. So did two of In the pile was a re- roll their eyes at this ob- my favorite people, Paul +++++ cent note about a moun- vious fact, but I have to and Cheryl Cote, who for tain lion attack in Idaho. put it in here for the ben- a very long time owned A note about photos, Leia, aged perhaps with for instruction efit of downstate read- and ran one of the re- as per the one above: one year old is the per- and is incredibly obe- +++++ ers, some of whom think gion’s last two full-ser- There are thousands fect sized pint sized ca- dient knowing many New Hampshire ends at vice gas stations. of trail-cams set up all nine for anyone look- commands. Truly One of my oldest Franconia Notch. We were discussing over New Hampshire, ing to share their life though, a solid bond friends, hailing from Breakfast conversa- this and that when some- but so far what I’ve been with a happy, extreme- of mutual love and coastal Maine in warm tion never ceases at the how the topic turned to sent has been mostly gar- ly outgoing, super in- respect will provide months and Georgia Spa, and the particular the Canaan cougar. This bage---very poor images telligent dog. years of happiness to when the sun goes south, reason I love it there, was a little drama that under bad conditions, She arrived at New the folks who take that was in the territory for aside from the great unfolded earlier this or worse, images most Hampshire Humane special plunge and a couple of days, and for food, is that it’s usually summer when a moun- definitely not even from Society as a stray back adopt Leia. Weighing his going-away break- a steady patois between tain lion appeared in the anywhere around New in May. Perplexingly in at a little over 30lbs, fast I said “Let’s go to the English and French, back yard of a Canaan England, as is easily de- not one call from any- with a lustrous sleek Spa.” French and English, Hill woman, who had the termined by terrain and one looking for their short coat, a perky This longtime restau- with habitués slipping alacrity to grab a camera vegetation. missing companion jaunt in her step and rant is in West Stewart- back and forth with ease. in the kitchen and shoot Surely there are some meant she was avail- a perpetual smile on stown, roughly an hour We had the catbird two frames, one of which SEE NOTEBOOK PAGE A15 able for adoption after her face; what’s not to the required time we love about Leia? must hold strays had Ideal home: one FROM OUR READERS l expired. Leia enjoys that provides activity, regular trips off cam- walks and hikes, op- Screening of “Hillary's America” pus with one of her portunity to meet the favorite volunteers. world – she might pre- was a great service to the community She has shown all of fer to be the only dog To the Editor: unwavering support of slavery, its use of the KKK as us just how much she in the home. Thank you, thank you, thank you, Judy Krahulec. its military arm, and its promulgation of gun control wants to please and Call 524-3252 or On Thursday, Aug. 18, Judy organized and spon- to disarm blacks. It also highlighted only a few of be with humans. She check www.nhhu- sored a private showing at the Gilford Cinema of Hillary’s numerous and various lies, including her looks to those she is mane.org Dinesh D’Souza’s most recent film, “Hillary’s Amer- pay-to-play arrangements between her foundation ica- The Secret History of the Democratic Party,” and our State Department. which has been billed as the most important movie Judy did a great service for our community by you’ll see before you vote. holding this event and it is hoped that more people The movie was completely sold out, and there was get a chance to see this movie before the November actually a waiting list for those who had not reserved General Election, no matter what one might think Established May 6, 2004 their tickets ahead of time, and ultimately, every about the candidate opposing Hillary. Published every Thursday at seat in the theatre in which it was shown was filled. And in case you can’t see the movie, buy D’Sou- 5 Water Street, Meredith, New Hampshire 03253 The movie was very informative and inspiration- za’s books on the same topic. Telephone: (603) 279-4516 al, and brought forward many inconvenient histor- Norman Silber Toll Free: (877) 766-6889 ical facts about the Democratic Party, including its Gilford Fax: (603) 279-3331 Frank Chilinski, President & Publisher Ryan Corneau, Information Manager Help to conserve Piper Mountain Brendan Berube, Editor Erin Plummer, Reporter To the Editor: Region Conservation Trust to procure the land on Josh Spaulding, Sports Editor The Gilford Conservation Commission is extreme- Piper Mountain. We need to raise $120,000 before Jan. Jeff Lajoie, Sports Reporter ly excited to announce the very recent signing of a 17, 2017, so our time is very limited. Donations may Jim Hinckley, Distribution Manager Purchase and Sale agreement to purchase land on be sent to the Gilford Conservation Commission, 47 Email: [email protected] Classifieds: [email protected] Piper Mountain. This has been the top priority par- Cherry Valley Rd., Gilford, NH 03249. Checks can be Circulation figures available on request. cel of the Conservation Commission and the Gilford made out to the Town of Gilford Conservation Fund Publisher reserves the right to reject or cancel any advertising at any time. Land Conservation Task Force for protection for with "Piper Mtn." as a notation in the memo section. USPS 024967 The Gilford Steamer is published weekly by Salmon Press, P.O. Box 729, 5 Water St., many years, and is also a top priority of the Belknap Anyone who has hiked Piper can attest to the Meredith, NH 03253. Periodicals, postage paid at Meredith, NH 03253. POSTMASTER: Range Conservation Coalition, a group trying to con- beauty of our Lakes Region's mountains and lakes Send address changes to the Gilford Steamer, P.O. Box 729, Meredith, NH 03253. serve and protect as much of the Belknap Range as as observed from the ledge outcroppings at the north SALMON PRESS PHOTO POLICY: As a community oriented family of newspapers, Salmon Press welcomes photos from readers, business owners, and other outside possible. and south summits, maybe while sitting on one of the sources for publication in any of its titles. Any photos submitted for publication become The land is comprised of 273 acres, and includes "thrones" of rock. the property of Salmon Press, and may be displayed in our newspapers, as well as on our Web site. They may also be made available for re-sale, with any proceeds going to the summit with its open and beautiful views, many We wish to unanimously thank the seller for giv- Salmon Press and/or the photo re-print vendor. hiking trails, and important wildlife habitat. Sur- ing us the opportunity to protect Piper Mountain for rounded on three sides by hundreds of acres of land all to enjoy its trails and scenic beauty forever. already under protection, it has remained an obvious Carole Hall, Chair, Gilford Conservation Commis- missing piece of the puzzle in dire need of protection. sion The Gilford Conservation Commission and many Everett McLaughlin, Chair, Land Conservation concerned townsfolk are partnering with the Lakes Task Force Please consider Mike Moyer for Sheriff To the Editor: trolman, then going through the ranks as Corporal, We have an opportunity this year to elect a man to Detective, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, all the way the office of Sheriff of Belknap County who is truly to Chief of the Laconia Police Department. unique. Along the way, Mike always treated everyone that Mike Moyer has been involved in law enforce- he encountered with respect, and as an appreciated ment in Laconia for 27 years, starting out as a pa- human being first. Whether as a patrolman stopping a car, or as a detective investigating a crime, each person was treated with respect; as a person that counted. As an officer in command, he treated his Send us your letters! fellow officers as valued men and women, whom he We seek your input! Tax rate got you down? Glen- appreciated and depended upon. dale too congested for your liking? Do you approve When Mike Moyer speaks to you, he will look you of a recent selectmen decision? Hate the paper? Love in the eye, and you will have his full attention, and the paper? Let us know! he will listen to you and hear what you are saying. Send your letters to: These qualities of appreciating people as people Gilford Steamer first, and understanding that one particular situa- 5 Water Street • Meredith, NH, 03253 tion doesn’t need to define this particular human being for the rest of their life, is what makes Mike Our fax number is 279 3331. Moyer a very special person, and a very special law E-mail us at [email protected]. enforcement officer. It is why someone that Mike We’re looking forward to hearing from you! had arrested in the past, felt that it was necessary to SEE LETTER PAGE A5 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2016 Opinion THE GILFORD STEAMER A5 FROM OUR READERS l William “Bill” Wright for Belknap Sheriff 2016

To the Editor: Wright. In my 36 year tenant and operations he made the decision and Department as a deputy (LEEDA) supervisory On Sept. 13, we as resi- tenure dedicating myself commander of the Sher- commitment in joining sheriff under the guid- and leadership training dents of Belknap County to the law enforcement iff’s Department in 2011. the United States Marine ance and leadership of programs which he ac- have a very important profession, I have had I am asking my friends, Corps where he would Sheriff Daniel Collis… cepted without hesita- primary vote to cast for the pleasure and honor to colleagues, and neigh- subsequently receive probably one of the finest tion and complete enthu- the office of Sheriff. We know and work with both bors to please cast your an honorable discharge. Sheriffs this county has siasm. are fortunate to have candidates as a member vote for William “Bill” But it did not stop there. ever elected. two excellent and quali- of the Laconia Police De- Wright. Bill continued his com- In his 11 year tenure Bill continues to work fied candidates to choose partment (14 years) and Let me share with you mitment by joining the of the Belknap County in a full time capacity as from…Retired Police Belknap County Sheriff’s the ascending and dedi- New Hampshire Army Sheriff’s Department, a supervisor and leader. Chief Michael Moyer and Department (13 years) cated career path of Bill. National Guard. I have Bill would serve honor- On any given Monday Belknap County Deputy before retiring from full First and foremost, early nothing but the utmost ably and proficiently in morning, he will report Sergeant William “Bill” time employment as lieu- in his young adult life, respect to any one indi- both the civil and crim- to duty as a supervisor vidual who makes the inal divisions. Because in his designated duty The fight against Northern Pass commitment and sac- of his commitment and for the citizens of Belk- rifice in defending out dedication to duty, he nap County. He conducts is far from over great nation and state. would be assigned to the himself professionally To the Editor: Who this person was is Too often, I get the Like many of us, we sa- United States Marshals with the guiding prin- At a recent political unknown and mythical. question on whether lute our veterans for Fugitive Task Force. ciples of “leading by ex- event in Colebrook, I The important thing Northern Pass is a done their commitment and Belknap County was ample” and “do not task spied John Amey, whose is that so many people deal. It is anything but. dedication in serving at the first county in New someone with something bright eyes seldom be- came running. We could As the lawyers would any branch of our mili- Hampshire to partici- you would not do your- tray the long hours of beat this horrendous say, “They don’t own the tary. Any person who has pate in this initiative to self.” He has served as a scratching out a living on thing, we believed, and dirt.” And from the High served honorably stand- apprehend fleeing felons supervisor in the crimi- his Indian Stream farm. still do. Road, we need to remem- ing guard for freedom, and known criminals nal, civil, and communi- The political attrac- Sometimes, it may ber the bumper-sticker liberty, and the princi- under United States cations divisions of the tion was Jeanie Forrest- seem that our opposi- slogan, “It’s not about ples of our democratic Marshal David Cargill. Sheriff’s Department. er, who’s running for tion has faltered or lost need, it’s all about greed.” society has my complete As his commander, his On his first day as Sher- Governor and who has its way in the face of bil- The other bumper attention as a candidate. actions, decisions, inves- iff, no job training or opposed Northern Pass lion-dollar backstage en- sticker would be “No em- Bill started his law tigations, and documen- familiarization will be from the start. But when I ergy deals and the jugger- inent domain for private enforcement profession tation were exemplatory. required. In closing, the looked at John, I thought, naut of what passes for gain.” That would be the as a police officer for the One of the outstanding United States Marine How long have we been progress. Fear not. But law we all piled into cars City of Franklin before attributes Bill demon- Corps lives by the mot- fighting this thing now? it’s not easy fighting a and buses to go down deciding to return to his strated with me was be- to, “Semper Fidelis” or Six years? Seven? for-profit foreign “Crown to Concord and packed hometown of Belmont. In ing a problem solver. Be- commonly referred to as We are people who corporation” that consid- Legislative Hall to get his service to his home- ing proactive with sound “Semper Fi”. For those love the landscape and ers gambling $45 million passed, back when we town police department, forethought. He does not who may not be familiar, rose up out of the sod on New Hampshire real began fighting this thing Bill would aspire to be- fear disagreement, but the term means “Always when someone got wind estate chump-change, tooth and nail, which we come field training offi- is always respectful in Faithful”. This defines of this insulting proposal and the New Hampshire still do. cer (FTO), department his factual and truthful Bill Wright as candidate and ran up onto a ridge- we love nothing more John Harrigan firearms instructor, response. I recognized for Sheriff. Bill has ex- top and blew a bugle. than a doormat. Colebrook DARE instructor, depart- his character as being pressed to me he wants to ment honor guard, and a person who stands by be a traditional working assistant team leader his convictions. With Sheriff…for all residents LETTER (Continued from Page A4) of the Belknap Region- potential and pending of Belknap County…re- let Mike know that they anyone that would find of Belknap County a al Special Operations retirements within our publican, democrat, and would support him in fault with Dan. He was Sheriff that will uphold Group (SWAT). Because own agency including independent…and those his campaign for Sher- a man that all respect- the law, respect the peo- of his talents and perse- my own, I wanted to start visiting our beautiful iff of Belknap County. ed, and a man that re- ple, respect his officers, verance, Bill would be preparing future leaders communities. Please join This person respected spected others. He had and do his utmost to promoted to the rank and supervisors to fill me in supporting Wil- Mike, and understood an ever-present smile defend and protect the of corporal. He then ac- those voids for a smooth liam “Bill” Wright for that Mike did what was and a desire to be the Constitution. cepted an opportunity to transition. I selected Bill Sheriff 2016. necessary at that time, very best he could be for I thank Mike and his become a member of the to attend to attend and Christopher L. Cost and appreciated that the people of Belknap wife Robin for taking Belknap County Sheriff’s participate in FBI based Laconia Mike had treated them County. I see Mike as on this campaign, and respectfully. the same opportunity I hope I have the oppor- I believe Mike Moy- to have a man that will tunity to soon call him er will be a Sheriff in take this very import- Sheriff Mike Moyer! the style of Dan Collis. ant job and give it his Jean Ferreira I doubt you could find all, and give the people Gilford

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Mary Louise Blais, 89 Ernest Eugene Davis, Jr., 79 LACONIA — Mary ford and Gay & David MOULTONBOR- man of the Board, the Louise "Weezie" Blais, Beck of American Fork, OUGH — Ernest Eugene longest amount of years age 89, passed away Utah. Davis, Jr. was born in a Selectman has served. peacefully in her home In addition to her par- Moultonborough on Sept. Ernest also served on on Monday, Aug. 22, ents, Ralph and Mary 15, 1936 to Ernest E. Da- the planning board for 26 2016. (Bagley) Ellsworth, she vis and Bertha Elfredo years. A lifelong resident of was predeceased by her Welch. He died on Aug. Ernest was grateful for Gilford and Laconia, she husband Francis Blais, 15, 2016 at the Lakes Re- his good friends Mardee was born Jan. 17, 1927. son Shaun Blais, and gion General Hospital in Boone, Arlie Hatch, Dan Growing up, she en- grandson Jamie Jesse- Laconia. Rowen, Sarah Richard- joyed her horses and life man. Ernest was prede- son and her family, Deb- on the family farm. She There will be no call- ceased by his parents. bie Peaslee, Jerry King. graduated from Laconia ing hours. He leaves one brother, Visiting Nurse Ser- High School in 1945, and There was a brief Elmer G. Davis of Gil- vice, Moultonborough/ was married in 1948. She miss her very much, in- graveside service at ford, currently residing tonborough for 15 years, Sandwich Meals on and her husband Fran- cluding two daughters, Union Cemetery in La- at Geneses in Laconia, and volunteered deliv- Wheels and Comfort cis were active in local Charmein Fanning & conia on Saturday, Aug. and one first cousin, Lu- ering flowers for Floral Keepers and the won- ski clubs and events. husband Jack, of Gil- 27, 2016 at 11 a.m. cile Moore of Exeter, and Creations. derful members of the Weezie worked as manton, and Katie Ew- In lieu of flowers, do- many other cousins. Ernest was a member Moultonborough Vol- an operator at New En- ing & husband David, nations may be made Ernest attended ele- of the Moultonborough unteer Fire Department gland Telephone and of Gilford; four grand- to Jamie Jesseman / mentary school in Moul- Grange for 30 years, serv- and E.M.T’s, all of whom Telegraph (later AT&T) children, Melissa (Jes- Francis Blais Memorial tonborough, graduated ing as Master for 14 years. allowed him to stay in his for 37 years. After her seman) & Michael Rog- Scholarship, in care of from Quimby Academy He then served six years own home for so long. retirement, she could ers, Jesse & Corey Blais, Lakes Region Scholar- in Sandwich in1954, and in the Pomona Grange. Calling Hours were be found country line Jonathan & Dana Ew- ship Foundation, P.O. attended Brewster Acad- Ernest enjoyed cooking, held at the Mayhew Fu- dancing, flower gardening, and Mackenzie Ew- Box 7312, Gilford, NH emy for one year. gardening, making beau- neral Home in Meredith ing, reading and shop- ing; step-grandchildren 03247-7312. Ernest enlisted in the tiful hand work which he on Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2016 ping. Her greatest joy Michael & Irene Fan- Wilkinson-Beane- United States Army in entered at the Sandwich from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral was spending time with ning and Amy Fanning; Simoneau-Paquette 1959, and was discharged Fair for many years, of- Services were held at the her children, grandchil- and four great-grand- Funeral Home & Cre- in 1961. He was able to en- ten taking first place. Moultonborough Unit- dren and great-grandchildren, Evan, Alec mation Services, 164 joy visiting seven differ- Ernest was also an ac- ed Methodist Church on children. She will be re- and Abbie Rogers, and Pleasant St., Laconia, is ent countries in Europe tive member of the Quim- Aug. 31, 2016 at 11 a.m. membered for her many Annabelle Blais. Also assisting the family with before returning home. by Academy Alum Asso- the Rev. Edward Charest acts of kindness to surviving are her sister the arrangements. For He was an active mem- ciation. officiated. A reception friends, neighbors and Delores Lemay of Rex- more information and to ber of the New Hamp- Ernest served on the followed at the Church. family. burg, Idaho, beloved view an online memori- shire National Guard for Moultonborough His- Burial will be at the con- Weezie is survived nephew and nieces Greg al, go to www.wilkinson- 25 years. torical Society for many vince of the family. by family that will & Lauren Lemay of Gil- beane.com. Ernest worked for years, several years as The Mayhew Funer- many years for Rita Bish- President. al Home is assisting the op and Mary McIntosh in The greatest gift Er- family with arrange- Tuftonboro, also working nest gave to the Town ments, to view Ernest’s for many families and of Moultonborough was online book of memories businesses as ground serving for 23 years on go to, www.mayhewfu- keeper. He worked for the Board of Selectman, neralhomes.com. Persons Farm in Moul- many of them as Chair- Elizabeth Lillian Guyer, 85

LACONIA — Eliza- In addition to her beth Lillian Guyer, 85, of parents, she was prede- Bowman Street, passed ceased by two brothers away on Monday, Aug. and two sisters. 22, 2016 at Lakes Region There will be no call- General Hospital. ing hours. Elizabeth was born on A Memorial Mass March 4, 1931 in Tilton. was celebrated on Fri- She was the daughter day, Aug. 26, 2016 at 11 of Henry and Eva (The- a.m. at the St. Andre Bes- berge) Ketchum. She had sette Parish-St. Joseph been living in Laconia for Church, 30 Church St., the past 67 years. She had Laconia. worked at Scott & Wil- Burial will follow in liams, New Hampshire P. Guyer, of Laconia; a Sacred Heart Cemetery, Ball Bearing and Aavid son, Gary R. Guyer, of Garfield Street, Laconia. Engineering. Laconia; three daugh- Wilkinson-Beane- Elizabeth was a com- ters, Linda R. Nachbaur, Simoneau-Paquette Fu- municant of St. Andre of Citrus Heights, Calif., neral Home & Cremation Bessette Parish. She Pamela Tobin, of Gran- Services, 164 Pleasant loved animals, the ocean ite Bay, Calif. and Bren- St., Laconia, is assisting and sitting on the porch da Lowell, of Belmont; the family with the ar- on warm summer eve- eight grandchildren; five rangements. For more nings. great grandchildren; a information and to view Elizabeth is sur- sister, Lorraine Proctor, an online memorial, go vived by her husband of Franklin and several to www.wilkinsonbeane. of 67 years, Raymond nephews and nieces. com.

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Union St., formerly of Simoneau-Paquette Fu- Avenue died Saturday, A memorial call- Vero Beach, Fla. and neral Home, 164 Pleas- Aug. 20, 2016 at Lakes Re- ing hour was held Fri- Bristol, died Sunday, ant St., Laconia, using gion General Hospital. day, Aug. 26, 2016 from Aug. 28, 2016 at Genesis the Carriage House en- Evelyn was born Jan- 3 – 4 p.m. at Wilkin- Laconia Rehabilitation trance. uary 1933 in Wheelock, son-Beane-Simoneau- Center in Laconia. A funeral service im- Vt., daughter to the late Paquette Funeral Home, She was born on Oct. mediately followed the Homer and Laura De- 164 Pleasant St., Laco- 3, 1930 in Orange, the calling hours at 11 a.m., zan. She worked as a nia, using the Carriage daughter of the late Sid- also at the funeral home. seamstress for Laconia House entrance. ney R., Sr. and Harriet Burial will be private. Shoe for many years, as A memorial service L. (Taylor) Lary. She For those who wish, well as Benmar Appar- immediately followed, worked until her retire- memorial contributions el and later retired in also at the funeral home ment as the Office Man- grandchildren (Candace may be made to Genesis 1995. After retirement, of Meredith, Henry P. at 4 p.m. ager for Charles A. Carr Knowlton and her hus- Laconia Rehabilitation she worked part time for Ferland, Jr. of Rochester For those who wish, Company in Bristol. Lor- band Toby, Mollie Dig- Center, 175 Blueberry Franklin Trip Center, and Jeffrey S. Ferland memorial donations raine loved traveling, nan, Dale Cochrane and Lane, Laconia, NH 03246 Henry's Dry Cleaner and of Tilton; one daughter, may be made to the family gatherings, cook- family, Jamie and Dana or to Central NH VNA & St. Josephs Rectory for a Diane M. Ferland of La- American Lung Associ- ing and entertaining Lamprey and their fam- Hospice, 780 North Main number of years. conia; 23 grandchildren ation. family and friends. ilies); and three great St., Laconia, NH 03246. Evelyn enjoyed cro- and several great-grand- Wilkinson-Beane- She is survived by her grandchildren, Jackson, Wilkinson-Beane- cheting, crossword children and great-great Simoneau-Paquette two daughters, Teri Ce- Samuel and Elizabeth. Simoneau-Paquette Fu- puzzles, genealogy and grandchildren. Funeral Home & Cre- riello and her husband In addition to her neral Home & Cremation spending time with her In addition to her mation Services, 164 Tony of Pembroke and parents, she was prede- Services, 164 Pleasant family. She will be dear- parents, she was prede- Pleasant St., Laconia, is Janice Dignan of Gil- ceased by her husband, St., Laconia, is assisting ly missed by all. ceased by two children, assisting the family with ford; two step-daughters, Ralph Day, in 1988; one the family with the ar- Evelyn is survived by Daniel P. and David L. the arrangements. For Paula Cochrane and her brother, Sonny Lary, Jr.; rangements. For more her son, Richard H. Fer- Ferland; her estranged more information and to husband Steve of Can- and one son-in-law, Dan- information and to view land of Columbia, Mo., husband, Henry Ferland; view an online memori- terbury and Donna Lam- iel J. Dignan IV, in 2015. an online memorial, go Roger M. Ferland of La- two brothers, Milo and al, go to www.wilkinson- prey and her husband A calling hour was to www.wilkinsonbeane. conia, Randy J. Ferland Albert Dezan; three sis- beane.com. Willie of Northfield; five held from 10 to 11 a.m. on com. Russell H. Stone, Jr., 79 Cheryl Howland Green, 55 Russell H. Stone, Jr., Services will be pri- LACONIA — Cheryl Memorial calling 79, of Gilford passed vate. Ann Howland Green, 55, hours were on Satur- away on Thursday, Aug. In lieu of flowers, died at Dartmouth Medi- day, Aug. 27, from 2 to 18, 2016 after a short ill- donations may be sent cal Center Sunday, Aug. 3:30 p.m. at the Wilkin- ness. to Alzheimer’s Associ- 21, 2016 after a sudden ill- son-Beane-Simoneau- Russ was born in ation, New Hampshire ness. Paquette Funeral Home, Medford, Mass. to Rus- Office, 5 Bedford Farms Cheryl was born in 164 Pleasant St., Laconia, sell H. Stone, Sr. and Drive, Suite 201, Bed- Laconia, the daughter of using the Carriage House Virginia (Snowman) ford, Nh 03110. David S. and Gale (Sot- entrance. A memorial Stone. He was self Wilkinson-Beane- tak) Howland. Cheryl service immediately fol- employed as a photog- Simoneau-Paquette graduated from Laconia lowed at 3:30 p.m., also at rapher, photographic Funeral Home & Cre- High School in 1978. Cher- the funeral home. Imme- equipment technician, mation Services, 164 yl was a wife, a daughter, diately following the me- and water softener sys- and two great grand Pleasant St., Laconia, is a sister, an aunt, a mom Also part of Cheryl’s morial service, there was tem technician. Russ, daughters, Olivia and assisting the family with and most important, a family are her in-laws, C. a reception. along with his wife, Alexis, also of Reading, the arrangements. For grandmother! Michael (Linda) Green, In lieu of flowers, me- Noreen (Bullock), oper- Mass.,and many cous- more information and Before moving to Moultonborough, Donna morial contributions ated the River Bend Inn ins, nieces, and neph- to view an online memo- Arizona in 1995, Cher- (Walter) Merrow of Ten- may be made the Green in Chocorua from 1996 ews, grand nieces, and rial, please visit www. yl worked at the fami- nessee and sister-in-law Grandchildren Fund, to 2003. grand nephews. wilkinsonbeane.com. ly business on Route 3, Danielle (Craig) Chase P.O. Box 218, Laconia, Russ is survived Belmont, NH, Howland and nephews Hunter and NH 03247. by his brother, Robert Home Improvement and Grady of Vermont. Wilkinson-Beane- Stone of The Villag- 1986 Grady White 200 Fisherman with 2008 Yamaha Howland Laundromat/ Cheryl had a very spe- Simoneau-Paquette Fu- es, Fla.; a sister, Deb- F150TLRX Four Stroke Outboard. $11,500 Car Wash for 13 years. cial relationship with all neral Home & Cremation orah (Stone) Bohn of 1987 Grady White 20’ Overnight with 150EXTH Two Stroke Cheryl returned to Laco- of her grandchildren. She Services, 164 Pleasant St., Stratham; a son, Scott Outboard $7,900 nia with her family in the was the Grammy of the Laconia, is assisting the Stone of Somersworth; 2003 Grady White 23’ Gulfstream with Twin Yamaha year 2002. Year driving them to all family with the arrange- a daughter, Kelly; a son- F200TXRB Four Stroke Outboards and Dual Axle Trailer $55,000 Cheryl was pre-de- sports, sometimes sever- ments. For more infor- in-law, Douglas Bull- 2009 Mirrorcraft 1416 Troller Boat with Mercury Four Stroke ceased by her beautiful al in one day, and attend- mation and to view an ock, and his wife Wal- 30HP Outboard Motor and Yacht Club Trailer $ 7,800.00 2004 Yamaha 15HP Two Stroke Manual Start Engine daughter, Samantha, just ing most of their games, online memorial, please lis Bullock of Reading, $1,200.00 this past July. driving them to school visit www.wilkinson- Mass.; a granddaughter, 2000 Yamaha T50TLRY Four Stroke Outboard Cheryl’s family in- and so much more. beane.com. Samantha Lee Bullock; $2,500.00 2008 Yamaha F90TLR Four Stroke Outboard Motor cludes her husband of 20 Cheryl will be remem- $5,600.00 years, Michael “Andy” bered by her nieces and Green; one daughter, nephews as the aunt that DAVE’S Naomi Todd of Laconia, always made them feel MOTORBOAT SHOPPE 229 Intervale Road Route 11B Gilford 293-8847 and Naomi’s children, special and always made Madelyn, Lydia, Amber time for each and every and James of Laconia one of them and was sure and stepson, Marshall of to ask them about school, Kentucky and son Char- work and their lives. lie Green of Laconia; sis- Cheryl’s favorite ter Glenda (Tim) Theos; hobbies were “floating” [email protected] brothers Craig (Kelly) in the lakes with her Howland of Laconia friends, gardening and www.golfcars-nh.com and Todd (Stephanie) of attending family gather- Hampstead; nephew Da- ings. vid (Kaitlyn) Morse and Cheryl had many, great-nephew David of many friends from all Westbrook, Maine; neph- “walks of life.” Cheryl ews Ethan and Owen of made each person feel Hampstead; and nephew as if they were her best Eli and niece Maci of La- friend, as did Samantha conia. with her friends!

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I’ll audiobooks, try-it-out- Conversational Saturday, Sept. 3 a.m. plain why you exist. be taking Kayleigh all kits, a telescope, mobile French, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Closed for Labor Day Check Out an Ex- Rita Book: WHY?! over town to visit with hotspots, kindles, kids pert, 10 a.m.-noon Mark: Rita, you don’t people and I’ll bring a literacy kits, museum Friday, Sept. 2 Monday, Sept. 5 have to scream. Sorry, laptop for her to sign passes, and a bunch of Social Bridge, 10:30 Closed for Labor Day folks, Rita has only ex- people up for cards... other stuff. Then there's isted for a few days so their own cards...they all the programming, she is still learning deco- can’t have me. computer access, print- Obituaries rum and how to be alive. Mark: You’ll be taking, notary services, Rita Book: How come ing Kayleigh? and some other stuff Marguerite Rosalie Bagley LaFrance, 86 I’m flatter than you are? Rita Book: Well, she’ll I haven’t learned yet. Mark: Because over- be driving and carrying We work hard. Plus we CONCORD — Mar- five great-grandchil- sized library cards are me and she’ll do all the make a funny beep when guerite Rosalie Bagley dren (Kaden, Kai, Nich- still cards--they’re es- talking and stuff but I’ll we get scanned. Oh, and LaFrance, 86, passed ole, Trey, and Luke La- sentially two dimension- be in charge. We’ll hit kids can get library away suddenly from France); sister-in-law al. You are the mascot the Gilford Farmer’s cards too with a parent/ age-related causes on Geraldine Bagley of New for Library Card Sign Market, Walmart, Town guardian signature. Aug. 26, 2016. Gloucester, Maine; and Up Month, so it makes Hall, and other places. Mark: Library Card Marguerite was born several nieces and neph- sense that you would We’ll even post about Sign Up Month sounds in Berlin on Aug. 5, 1930, ews. be an enormous library our travels on Facebook like fun. Keep an eye to John Francis Bag- In addition to her par- card. so people can keep up out for Rita as she ley and Margaret Ann ents, she was preceded Rita Book: That with it. I don’t know and Kayleigh travel Hogan. She graduated in death by her brothers makes so much sense. what Facebook is, but throughout town. Look- from Berlin High School J. Leo Bagley and Car- Mark: Rita, What is people say it’s nice. ing forward to it? in 1948. roll Bagley, and a sister, Library Card Sign Up Mark: What do li- Rita Book: You could Marguerite met her Mary Havey. Month? brary cards, like your- say that, and apparently husband, Leo Alec La- Winnipesaukee , were a Marguerite and Leo France, as a teenager, highlight of her legacy. were parishioners of St. when he made twice Marguerite was also a Joseph’s Church in La- Homemade weekly deliveries of volunteer in her parish conia. 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Gilford Rotary Club president Russell Lunt offers syrup to those enjoying the Rotary Club’s Sharon Davis and Rae Mello-Andrews serve food for the Gilford Fire Relief Association during annual Old Home Day Pancake Breakfast. Old Home Day.

The Grand Marshal of the Old Home Day Parade Merrill Fay with his wife Beth.

Johanna Morris, president of the Gilford High School class of 2017, paints 4-year-old Teagan Olsen’s arm at the senior class face-painting tent. PORTRAITS • WEDDINGS • SCENICS • EVENTS

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Entrain takes the stage at Pitman's Freight Room this weekend LACONIA — Pit- man's Freight Room at 94 New Salem St. in downtown La- conia is pleased to announce the following event for this weekend: Friday, Sept. 2, 8 p.m., $20 in advance, $25 at the door: En- train Courtesy Epic in sound and Labor Day Weekend Craft Fair at Gunstock kaleidoscopic in vision, the eclectic Mar- on Sept. 3 & 4 tha's Vineyard-based Don't miss the Labor Day Weekend Craft Fair at Gunstock Mountain Resort, 719 Cherry six piece Entrain has courtesy Valley Rd., Gilford (Route 11A) Sept. 3-4, Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. There will been thrilling critics be awesome art & craft exhibitors including the cedar wood furniture as shown above, and fans alike since its side Johnny, James rock legend Bo Did- fine jewelry, wearable art, wooden crafts, quilts and quilted home decor, glass art, stained inception. Formed by Mongomery, Flor dley, and amateur saxo- glass, crystalline pottery, American Girl clothing, fine art, j/New England maple syrups, drummer Tom Major De Cana, and Blood, phonist and profession- fabulous inlaid tiles, unique air plants, moss terrariums, clothing & lots more! Outside in 1993, Entrain is also Sweat, and Tears. al leader of the Free Under Canopies + Inside the Lodge + Outdoor Family Activities with Gunstock's New Fabulous Coaster - Family Fun for All!! Rain or Shine!!! Don't miss it!!! Free Adm. - Music lead singer/guitar wiz Entrain has been World Bill Clinton. In of Tim Janis Brian Alex. Joining praised for their abil- 1995 the band garnered Contact: Joyce Endee 528-4014; email: [email protected]. them is bassist M'Tale- ity to shift effortlessly a Boston Music Award wa, saxophonist/keys/ between musical styles for Best Live Show. percussionist Rob - from rock, blues, Before their appear- Loyot, saxophonist/ calypso and ska, to ance on the "Cutaway" percussionist Hilary zydeco, jazz and funk - soundtrack, Entrain's Lakes Region Art Association Noble and Trombone/ often within the same music was used as the keys Lennie Peter- song. theme song for MTV's son Veterans all, their Since its inception, Real World Hawaii. names Artists of the Month collective resume in- Entrain has jammed Advance payment cludes stints with such with the likes of sing- set up on www.pitman- The Lakes Region Art diverse players as Bo er/songwriter James sfreightroom.com or Association announces Diddley, Carly Simon, Taylor, Grateful Dead call 527-0043. And we the artists selected for Chuck Berry, South- alum Bob Weir and are a BYO Venue. this month’s popular Artists of the Month Pro- gram. As the Association draws from the entire Two Great Events at One Convenient Location Lakes Region, this program is aimed at promot- Come join us at Back Bay Community ing the Association and its members’ work across in Wolfeboro for one or both of these events. the entire region. Each month, a jury Downsizing Made Easy selects from submissions Courtesy by member artists to be Sitting: Phyllis Meinke, Jackie Roy. Standing: Sally Hibberd, Rob Emory, Wendy Wilson, Martha Swanson-Webber. Thursday, September 15 at 11 a.m. featured at various businesses in the Lakes Re- Meinke, Imagine Gallery, conia; Northway Bank, Invaluable advice to help you downsize gion. These original piec- Laconia; Jackie Roy, Belknap Mall, Belmont; from start to finish es can be oil or acrylic, Meredith Savings Bank, Franklin Savings Bank, watercolor, pastel, photo Meredith; Martha Swan- Gilford and Lakes Region Jill Flinders, MBA, Move Manager, has helped orchestrate many moves and has seen a or collage. son-Webber, Laconia Li- Chamber of Commerce, need for helping people transition to a new living environment. She has been helping The following mem- brary and Wendy Wilson, Laconia. people downsize for the past eight years and will be able to organize and coordinate all ber artists will each have Bank of New Hampshire, The Lakes Region Art art work on display un- Gilford. Association, founded in your moving needs. Her wealth of experience will guide you through the 5 Easy Steps til September 19 at these These artists will be 1940, is a non-profit group of Downsizing to get you motivated to take the first step toward a successful move and Lakes Region business showing their work at the providing education and lighter life. locations: Rob Emory, following business next support to local artists, Downsizing - it’s not impossible and this seminar is sure to help. RSVP to 366-1400 Northway Bank, Tilton; month: Northway Bank, both amateur and profes- Sally Hibberd, Franklin Meredith; VynnArt Gal- sional, in the Lakes Re- Savings Bank, Main Of- lery & Supplies, Mere- gion. To see more works The Pros & Cons of Aging in Place fice, Franklin; Phyllis dith; Northway Bank, La- by Lakes Region artists, please visit The Lakes Re- Presented by Donna Deos, Senior Living Consultant Treat your family or employees to a BBQ gion Art Association Art Thursday, September 29 at 11 a.m. Gallery, located in the We bring everything from food to grills! Tanger Outlets, 120 La- Donna Deos, Senior Living Consultant, provides counseling, coaching conia Road, Suite 132 in and education to help proactive people navigate the challenges of aging. Tilton, NH. The Gallery NOW represents more than One of the toughest decisions that senior citizens face is whether to stay at home and age BOOKING 25 artists and photogra- in place or move to another setting for their golden years. In our discussion we will cover phers from the Lakes Re- what aging in place means, what options you have and what are the pros and cons of gion. On display and for those options. To make the right decision we need to be fully informed. How do we want sale are original works in to live in what should be the finest years of our lives? oils, watercolors, pastels, acrylics, photography Always popular, you’re sure to come away with helpful ideas and information. and more. Open Friday, Space is limited, RSVP to 366-1400 Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more 11 Durkee St. Laconia ~ 603.524.4518 information, call 998-0029 BACK BAY IN WOLFEBORO www.contigianiscateringservice.com or visit www.lakesre- 603-524-5600 | Toll Free: 877-524-5600 gionartassociation.com. www.taylorcommunity.org

Events are FREE and open to the public. RSVP Required. Call 366-1400. Tours also available. Please feel free to stay for a light lunch after the programs. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2016 Culture THE GILFORD STEAMER A11 Steel yourself for suspense with “The Hitch-Hiker” on LRPA

LACONIA—Join Ida Lupino, a well- Registry. In his review through our Web site (educational program- fosters free speech Lakes Region Public known actress who of “The Hitch-Hiker,” (www.lrpa.org) where ming and public bulle- and the open exchange Access Television at went on to a successful noted critic Leonard you can catch all the tin board), Channel 25 of ideas, 10:30 p.m. this Friday career as a director at Maltin said: “Well-made fun. (information and enter- encourages artistic and Saturday night a time in Hollywood suspense yarn about tainment) and Channel and creative expres- (Sept. 2 & 3) for our when female directors two men on a hunting About Lakes Region 26 (government meet- sion, “LRPA After Dark” were very scarce. In trip whose car is com- Public Access ings) to nearly 12,000 promotes a well-in- presentation of 1953’s fact, Lupino was the mandeered by a mur- Television (LRPA) viewers in our member formed public through gritty crime thrill- only female member derous fugitive. Good Lakes Region Pub- towns and cities of Bel- governmental transpar- er “The Hitch-Hik- of the Director’s Guild performances, especial- lic Access Television mont, Gilford, Laconia, ency, and er,” starring Edmond from the late 1940s ly by a venal Talman (LRPA) is a nonprofit, Meredith and North- unites our communi- O’Brien, Frank Love- through the early 1950s in the title role.” What noncommercial public wood. Programming ties through the power joy, and William Tal- and is still considered more does a movie-lov- access TV station and is produced by and for of media and technolo- man. one of Hollywood’s most er need? So grab your community media cen- the people of the greater gy. “The Hitch-Hiker” prolific female direc- popcorn and join LRPA ter located on the Laco- Lakes Region. LRPA’s was inspired by the tors. “The Hitch-Hiker” after dark for this crime nia High School cam- mission is to empower LRPA’s slogan: Com- events of real-life seri- earned Lupino and her drama from the past. pus in Laconia. LRPA our community mem- munity empowered by al killer Billy Cook, a cast strong reviews and You can’t find tele- cablecasts locally on bers to produce content media. Visit us on the psychopath who mur- was a box-office suc- vision like this it any- MetroCast Channel 24 that Web at www.lrpa.org. dered six people on a cess. It went on to be where but LRPA TV, 22-day killing spree in one of 25 films selected MetroCast Channel 25. Camera Club explores “Mood and the early 1950s. The in 1998 for preservation Not a subscriber? Then film was directed by by the National Film log onto Live Stream Emotion in Photography” with Al Greene MEREDITH — Al architecture and rock meeting or two before de- League of NH Craftsmen Gallery hosting Greene of Tilton will formations. These all ciding to join. The meet- speak on the topic of have a mood to convey ing is at the Trinity Epis- felted hat demonstration “Mood and Emotion in and these moods can copal Church on Route Photography” to Lakes shift from day to day and 25 in Meredith from 7 MEREDITH — The wool), these hats are Region Camera Club season to season, as does – 9 p.m. The club hosts League of New Hamp- not only luxurious but members as the club be- our perspective of the presentations and com- shire Meredith Fine they are also extreme- gins its new year on Sept. world we live in.” petitions, as well as field Craft Gallery is ly hard-wearing. Each 8, at the Trinity Episco- Greene is a member trips and other activi- pleased to host a Spirit of her hats begins its pal Church in Meredith. of the New Hampshire ties, and meets the first of the Maker demon- life as a very large Greene states that Society of Photographic and third Thursdays of stration with Carrie hand knit stocking cap “Communicating mood Artists, Photographic the month. Cahill-Mulligan on (roughly 12 inches by and emotion are my Society of America and For more information Saturday, Sept. 24, 11 19 inches) which takes most important motiva- Lakes Region Art Asso- on Greene’s work, go a.m. –2 p.m. The public Courtesy about seven hours to tors for making images. ciarion. His work may to his Web site at www. is invited to meet and The League of New Hampshire knit. If my photographs speak be seen at the LRAA Art algreenephotography. Meredith Fine Craft Gallery is speak with Carrie, ask Come stop by and to the viewer on an emo- Gallery at the Tanger com. For more informa- pleased to host a Spirit of the questions about her take a look into the tional level, then I have Mall in Tilton. tion on LRCC, visit their Maker demonstration with craft and see how she Carrie Cahill-Mulligan on extensive and creative succeeded in my work. Lakes Region Camera Webs ite at www.lrcam- creates her beautiful Saturday, Sept. 24, 11 a.m. process of fiber. If you My favorite subjects are Club invites all those eraclub.com or call Phyl- felted hats. –2 p.m. The public is invit- have any questions you landscapes, the sea, old interested to attend a lis Meinke at 340-2359. Handcrafted with ed to meet and speak with can call the Gallery 50 percent llama fiber Carrie, ask questions about at 279-7920 or visit us (which is eight times her craft and see how she cre- at 279 Daniel Webster warmer than sheep’s ates her beautiful felted hats. Highway in Meredith.

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2016 Meredith Village Savings Bank James D. Sutherland Memorial Scholarship recipients announced Meredith Village Sav- ings Bank (MVSB) is pleased to announce this year’s recipients of the James D. Sutherland Me- morial Scholarship. Each year, one graduating high school student from seven communities in which MVSB has an office is selected to receive a grant Eleanor Eaton of from the Sutherland Me- Allison Carey of Plymouth, Moultonborough, attend- Morgan McCann of morial Scholarship. attending Husson University ing Clark University in Olivia Gubitose of Alton, Wolfeboro, attending Salve Samantha Oakley of Meredith, This year’s recipients in Maine – 2016 recipient Massachusetts – 2016 recipi- attending Syracuse University Regina University in Rhode attending Providence College include: of the James D. Sutherland ent of the James D. Sutherland in New York – 2016 recipient Island – 2016 recipient of in Rhode Island – 2016 recipi- ·Allison Carey of Memorial Scholarship. Memorial Scholarship of the James D. Sutherland the James D. Sutherland ent of the James D. Sutherland Memorial Scholarship Memorial Scholarship Memorial Scholarship Plymouth, Daughter of James and Kelley Carey, Mountain High School. munity-involvement. lence, respect, integrity, attending Husson Uni- Students who are in- For nearly 150 years, teamwork and steward- versity, in Maine terested in applying for Meredith Village Sav- ship. To learn more, visit ·Eleanor Eaton of the 2017 scholarship are ings Bank (MVSB) has any of the local branch Moultonborough, Daugh- encouraged to contact been serving the people, offices located in Alton, ter of Brian and Lydia Ea- their guidance office or businesses, non-profits Ashland, Center Harbor, ton, attending Clark Uni- visit the Community In- and municipalities of Gilford, North Hampton, versity in Massachusetts volvement page of Mer- Central NH. MVSB and Laconia, Meredith, Moul- ·Olivia Gubitose of Al- edith Village Savings its employees are guided tonborough, Plymouth or ton, Daughter of George Bank’s Web site, www. by the values of account- Wolfeboro, call 800-922- and Maureen Gubitose, mvsb.com/about/com- ability, mutuality, excel- 6872 or visit mvsb.com. attending Syracuse Uni- Haleigh Patch of Gilford, Taylor Sullivan of Laconia, versity in New York attending Keene State attending Southern New University in New Hampshire Hampshire University in New ·Morgan McCann of – 2016 recipient of the James Hampshire – 2016 recipient Wolfeboro, Daughter of D. Sutherland Memorial of the James D. Sutherland David Sykie, Jr. completes Chris and Deb McCann, Scholarship Memorial Scholarship. attending Salve Regina University in Rhode Is- shire Village Savings Bank be- Colby-Sawyer College land ·Taylor Sullivan of La- tween 1982 and 1996. Each ·Samantha Oakley of conia, Daughter of Sean year, the scholarship is Meredith, Daughter of and Gayle Sullivan, at- awarded to deserving Tom and Lori Oakley, attending Southern New high school seniors from internship requirement tending Providence Col- Hampshire University Gilford High School, In- lege in Rhode Island The Sutherland Me- ter-Lakes High School, NEW LONDON — ed to career interests in and personal growth. ·Haleigh Patch of Gil- morial Scholarship was Kingswood Academy, This summer, Sykie, Jr. all industry areas in na- With a strong emphasis ford, Daughter of Dan established in memory Laconia High School, of Gilmanton, a member tional and international on learning outcomes, Patch and Shelley Kane, of James Sutherland, Moultonborough Acade- of the Class of 2017 ma- settings. According to including breadth and attending Keene State who served as CEO and my, Plymouth Regional joring in Health Care a Class of 2015 graduate depth of knowledge, self- University in New Hamp- President of Meredith High School and Prospect Management, completed survey, 39 percent of growth, creative and Colby-Sawyer College's Colby-Sawyer graduates critical thinking, and internship requirement receive a job offer from effective communica- with Lakes Region Gen- their internship site. tion, Colby-Sawyer pre- eral Healthcare in Laco- pares students to thrive nia. About Colby-Sawyer post-graduation and Internships are field College make a positive impact Building strong relationships experiences designed to Colby-Sawyer College upon a dynamic, diverse provide a student learn- is a comprehensive col- and interdependent ing opportunity under lege that integrates the world. from the ground up. collaborative supervi- liberal arts and sciences Founded in 1837, Col- sion between Colby-Saw- with professional prepa- by-Sawyer is located in yer College faculty, staff, ration. The college's fac- the scenic Lake Suna- and work site profession- ulty, staff and students pee Region of central als. Internships offer strive for excellence in New Hampshire. Learn the opportunity for stu- an engaged teaching more about the college's dents to enhance their and learning communi- vibrant teaching and academic programs with ty that fosters students' learning community at work experience relat- academic, intellectual, www.colby-sawyer.edu. Home for Sale – By Owner

At a Gilford, NH home landscaped by Belknap Landscape, Kristy Badger (l), Business Development Administrator at Meredith Village Savings Bank meets with Ruth and Hayden McLaughlin of Belknap Landscape Company.

For over 28 years, Hayden and Ruth McLaughlin and the team at Belknap Landscape Company have fostered strong relationships with their clients by providing world-class landscaping expertise with beautiful results. Because it’s important to them to have a banking partner with the same passion for detail and service, they have built a 119 Old Village Road rock-solid relationship with Meredith Village Savings Bank. Northumberland, NH 2 story Colonial on 2.3 acres with 2,352 square ft of living area, Kristy Badger and the Business Banking team at MVSB understand built 1989, 4 bdrms, 2.5 baths, first floor laundry room w/chute from the importance of delivering outstanding service and ensure Belknap second floor. Large Living Room, Foyer, large Kitchen w/appliances, Landscape’s short and long-term banking needs are met. extra room in Master Suite can be used as a nursery or home office. New Heating system installed 6/2016. Beautiful 50 ft wrap around With business relationships like this, beautiful growth is sure to porch with attached gazebo, 32' x 32' two bay attached garage, follow! To meet with any of our experienced business bankers, additional 14 x 20 outbuilding provides plenty of room to store your call 800.922.6872. We can help. toys. Well maintained and landscaped with many trees, including several apple trees and a large garden space. Enjoy nearby skiing and direct access to NH snowmobile trail 5 and Vermont/ VAST trail/ bridge crossing into Guildhall, VT. Motivated seller at $188,888. A NH MUTUAL BANCORP COMPANY Contact me at (603) 439-1950. Email: [email protected] THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2016 Health & Wellness THE GILFORD STEAMER A13 14th Annual Brenda’s Ride with Friends raises $10,800! Proceeds to benefit oncology patients at LRGHealthcare

LACONIA — Eigh- purchase gas cards and everyone just seemed teen-year breast cancer cab vouchers to get pa- happy to be a part of the survivor Brenda Ga- tients to appointments; day, knowing that their nong recently hosted and to buy disposable support will go a long the 14th Annual Bren- phones/phone cards to way in assisting local da’s Ride with Friends: be able to get in touch patients,” added Kerns. Fighting Cancer One with patients. The Aug. 13 Brenda’s Mile at a Time. The day “The staff and pa- Ride welcomed several was a huge success, tients at LRGHealth- high-level supporters raising $10,800 to bene- care are incredibly including $1,000 Gold fit Oncology patients at grateful to Brenda and Sponsors Sal’s Pizza and LRGHealthcare! John Ganong and all of Winner’s Circle Auto Proceeds from Bren- their bighearted friends Sales; $500 Silver Spon- da’s Ride are used to and family who contin- sors Brady Companies, assist patients in a ue to make each Bren- The Looney Bin, Roche number of ways, to help da’s Ride a success,” Realty Group, and Nick lighten the financial states LRGHealthcare & Carolyn Zayka. Doz- burden during an al- Vice President of Clin- ens of other businesses ready very tough time. ical Services Marge and individuals support Funds have been des- Kerns. Courtesy Brenda’s Ride through ignated to: help with “The staff at Faro Eighteen-year breast cancer survivor Brenda Ganong recently hosted the 14th Annual Brenda’s food, auction, and in- co-pays for ports (nec- went above and beyond Ride with Friends: Fighting Cancer One Mile at a Time at Faro Italian Grille. The day was a kind donations, shirt essary to be put in so for this event; Matt great success, raising $10,800 for the Oncology Department at LRGHealthcare. Pictured left sponsorship, or by vol- they can receive their Langley and band AXIS to right: Brenda’s Ride volunteers Mike Prescott; Julie Hayward; Ann Drouin; Kelly Dobens; unteering at the event. Brenda Ganong; LRGHealthcare Vice President of Clinical Services Marge Kerns; Byron Lohmes; drugs); assist with co- added a lot of energy A special thanks to ev- MaryEllen Prescott; Ellen Davis; John Ganong; Faro Italian Grille Office Manager Bri Farley; and pays for prostheses; to the afternoon, and LRGHealthcare Special Events Manager Becky Doherty. eryone at Faro Italian Grille for being the gra- cious host of Brenda’s Ride, and to Matt Lang- ley and his band AXIS Committee on Aging meets Sept. 9 for providing awesome live music. Belknap County Area about Medicare and Medicare, this should is served. to keep seniors healthy, LRGHealthcare is a Committee on Aging Medicare Part D. Open not be missed. The mission of the helping us to realize full not-for-profit health- will resume meeting Enrollment will be These events are Belknap County Area potential. care charitable trust again on Friday, Sept. 9 soon, and any chang- open to the public and Committee on Aging is The Belknap Coun- representing Lakes at 10 a.m. Louisa Simp- es in Medicare will be free of charge. Ques- to advocate and inform ty Area Committee on Region General Hospi- son from ServiceLink discussed. If you or tions are encouraged, so the public on matters Aging meetings start at tal, Franklin Regional will be on hand to talk anyone you know is on please write them down relating to the develop- 10 a.m., the second Fri- Hospital, and affiliat- and bring them with you ment and implementa- day of each month. The ed medical providers. 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CONCORD — Bank of only a few people in the New Hampshire Pavil- history of country music ion’s Off the Farm Series to win two Song of the OPEN HOUSE is excited to announce Year Awards from both multi-award winner the Country Music Asso- Jamey Johnson will ciation and the Academy perform live at the Cap- of Country Music. itol Center for the Arts With hit songs like on South Main Street “Give It Away” and “In in Concord, Saturday, Color”, Jamey John- BELMONT TILTON Inviting 3 BR, 3 bath home in a quiet CAMPTON GEM! Classic New Englander has many Oct. 22! Tickets, ranging son has received tre- neighborhood near shopping & I-93. Sits upgrades. On 1+- acre in a great commuter from $39.50 to $59.50, go mendous praise from back from the road w/circular drive on 1.63 SAT. SEPT. 3, 9 AM - NOON location. Plentiful gardens, 2 barns, firepit, level acres w/a pond. 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OLD HOME DAY (Continued from Page A1) POTTER HILL (Continued from Page A1)

“For me it’s always that you do.” for a quarter of a million trailer. parts of the road be re- Nourse said. “I don’t kind of fun,” Lunt said. Fire chief Steve Carri- dollars to be spent for “I have to warn the turned to gravel, saying want to fix drainage and “I don’t live in the com- er also helped work the road improvements most men if they’re coming out it will greatly reduce the leave a wreckage of a munity; I get to meet a booth. of the residents don’t of the trailer you have to traffic and the speeds. road. I think law enforce- lot of people I don’t see “It’s just nice to be want. They said that look because you will get Public Works Direc- ment’s a good thing, but through the year.” able to give back to the money could be used for run over,” Lydiard said. tor Peter Nourse said he turning it into a gravel At Village Field community a little,” other needs in town. “The speed of the cars on did not think that will road there’s more main- members of the Gilford Carrier said. Penny Pitou said she the road is incredible.” be a solution. He said a tenance involved.” Fire Relief Association He said he likes inter- has been living on that Kiedaisch also asked gravel road will require Kiedaisch also rec- grilled up food to serve acting with people. road for many years and for a stepped up police more attention and ommended putting in a for the crowds. “It’s a sense of com- used to be able to bike presence and more speed- maintenance. Town Ad- speed bump. Booth chair Rae Mel- munity; it’s a way to and walk to school. She ers ticketed. ministrator Scott Dunn Selectman Chan Eddy lo-Andrews said the Re- provide a service,” Car- said when her grandchil- Police chief Anthony said if the road was dirt, asked about the possibili- lief Association has been rier said. “That not only dren were old enough to Bean Burpee said the they would have the ty of putting in a speed ta- serving at Old Home helps our association, walk and bike, her grand- police could do a direct- same traffic problem ex- ble on that road. Nourse Day for around 25 years. but makes the day a lit- son would see trucks ed patrol for two weeks, cept the road would have said there is no level spot Members of the fire de- tle better.” coming up the road and though speeding will hap- the surface of a wash- on the road, though one partment took different The Gilford High get scared. pen again when people board. possible spot might be shifts cooking and serv- School class of 2017 did “It is almost like a way notice no cops are there. Nourse said when by the Kiedaisch’s barn. ing food to guests. face painting and tem- of life has changed,” Pi- He disagreed that tick- he put together the five- Board chair Richard All proceeds from the porary tattoos for kids. tou said. eting people will change year plan for the roads in Grenier said he is “dead food sales go to the Gil- The booth benefits their Local landscaper Alan behavior; saying people town he noted that Pot- set” against using speed ford Fire Relief Associ- class, but is a fun experi- Lydiard said his compa- who are ticketed speed- ter Hill Road was in poor tables. ation, which provides ence for the students too. ny has done a lot of work ing down Potter Hill condition, especially the The selectmen will assistance to firefighters “We just have a fun at the Kiedaisch house Road will be speeding drainage. take a look at that road in their duties, helps time, we all do it by do- and have to be extremely down another road. “I don’t know how before their meeting on support any firefighter nation,” said class mem- cautious when parking Resident Geoffrey bad it has to get before Sept. 14 before making who is injured, and other ber Caledonia Hackley. and walking out of the Dutton suggested that everyone goes 25 to 35,” any decisions. charitable purposes in- Hackley said she cluding taking a name off has been coming to Old BROADWAY JR (Continued from Page A1) the Gilford High School Home Day since she was Christmas tree and get- five. July 10. She went into the production. Kenny said them. ting a gift for someone in “We were these lit- Both Kenny and Nash audition singing a few they were also regularly “It’s good to have need. tle kids just a few years have done “Broadway songs and doing a dance. making changes to the someone to talk to for Mello-Andrews said ago,” Hackley said. Junior” for a few years They were cast through script and the dances. theater stuff; they can re- she especially likes how She said it is fun to be in a row. the day. Nash said they had to ally relate,” Nash said. the whole community part of the whole day and “It was still hard, but “I was still nervous, stay on top of everything Tierno said she made comes together for Old she said she loves how it was nice knowing but I wasn’t as nervous,” and Kenny said the pro- a lot of friends in the ex- Home Day. the town comes together. what to expect especially Tierno said. “I knew duction team expected a perience too. “It’s a great way for is She said a lot of people during the audition pro- we’re all here, we’re all lot from them. “It’s crazy how fast to see people (and) peo- come out and it’s nice to cess and throughout the doing the same thing, The shows also do not you made friends,” Tier- ple to see us,” Mello-An- see people. camp,” Kenny said. “You and I knew I wasn’t the come with instructions no said. “You’re here for drews said. “You see “It’s one event where knew what to expect.” only one here for the first for costumes or sets, so long, you’d sit with people you haven’t seen we’re all here,” Hack- Nash said the benefit time.” leaving that option to the them at lunch, by the end in a while, people you’ve ley said. “It’s good to be of doing it a second time While Nash said they schools who will do the of the week you had all met through the service around people you like.” was knowing what to ex- have had this experience show. their phone numbers and pect. She said they had before, a lot of details The three said there social media and stuff, a little more fun with it were different. was great camaraderie which was great.” this time after the nerves “Everything is differ- between all of the young GMS drama teacher of the first time. ent,” Nash said. “You’re performers. The mem- Matt Demko said they Happy Hour This was Tierno’s first always doing a different bers Gilford group were are really proud of the time doing “Broadway show, sometimes with the only ones there from students. More than 700 Every Tuesday Junior.” different people.” New Hampshire and students from across the & Thursday “I was really nervous Nash said the experi- they met a variety of fel- country will audition ALL DAY because you didn’t know ence gave them a taste of low performers all over and 250 will make it in. what to expect, but they what Broadway is like, the country. Demko said it is amazing told me what it was going with long hours and con- Tierno said all of the that all 11 students from House Margarita $5.99 to be like,” Tierno said. stantly working on the participants were into GMS who auditioned the same thing. over the years have been Draft Beer 16oz $2.50 “You know all these accepted. 26oz $4.00 kids are into theater and “Our kids can stand will never judge you,” up to the best kids in the Kenny said. country and it’s their eljimadornh.com Nash said she saw two hard work and dedica- Now Open people from last year’s tion that allows them to another location in production that she real- do that,” Demko said. ly hadn’t become friends Demko also credit- Weirs Beach! with. This production ed the parents of these she got to know them bet- kids for their dedica- 171 Daniel Webster Hwy., Belmont, NH 03220 • (603) 527-8122 ter. Nash said she made tion and involvement. 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Along the route a pan- “ecstatic” about the win. of New Hampshire. wine totes, beach bags, some for yourself or to ford Farmer’s Market el of judges rated each of “The whole experi- The top winner for the market bags that are give as Christmas gifts. to buy fresh produce, the displays. After open- ence was slightly stress- mini float was the Lakes washable and insulated She has been seeing re- pastries, and craft ing ceremonies master of ful, hearing that was the Region Chordsmen with to keep your groceries peat customers, some items, you are also ceremonies Bob Pomeroy best feeling,” Cook said. second place going to the cool, plus potholders, who bought her creams helping the Gilford handed out awards to the The first prize for Gilford High School Ro- and dish cloths. Her and soaps early in the Historical Society to best displays. Commercial Float went botics team. bags and other items season have returned raise money to repair The grand prize for to Streetcar Company for The top Neighborhood come in a wide assort- to buy more. the 1838 Rowe House’s Best Parade Entry went its “Grease” themed dis- Float was the Gilford ment of designs. If you The Market is for- roof that needs to have to Lakeshore Park’s float play. J Alward, president Public Library with the are a Red Sox, Celtics, tunate to have Gilford a new wood shake roof with local summer fun of Streetcar Company, St. Baldrick’s Foundation Patriots, or Bruins fan, resident, Rosemary put on before the rain with a lot of kids onboard. said “Grease” fit with the placing second. she has the bag for you. Murphy, volunteer to does any interior dam- Lakeshore Park is a theme of Old Home Day. The Knights of Colum- She will make special do face, or hand/arm, age and to repoint the recreational community Streetcar has done bus won first place for orders. Think ahead painting most Satur- chimneys and some of around 300 members. “Grease” a few times and the best Neighborhood to Christmas and have days. She sets up her ta- spots on the house. All This was the time the or- Alward said the kids in Marchers. Second place some special wine bags ble around 10 a.m. and the vendor fees go into ganization took part in the youth theater want went to the Gilford Farm- for that wine that you enjoys seeing the hap- the special fund for the parade. to do it In the next couple er’s Market and third take as a hostess gift or py expressions on the this purpose. Sarah Cook and Craig years. went to the Piche’s and give as a present. children’s faces as she The Gilford Farm- Olson said all the ideas Kate Dawson, a parent Bolduc Park marchers. DeNutte’s DeLights works. She started as a er’s Market is spon- for the float came about of one of the Streetcar This year’s parade has a wide assortment student of water color sored by the Belknap organically. They passed kids, did all of the work grand marshal was Mer- of soy candles with painting and that led Landscape Company, along ideas that resulted on the backgrounds in- rill Fay. He rode in the hemp wicks; many her to “face painting”. Gilford True Value, in the elements. Olson cluding the “Greased official car with his wife have unique/humor- She lets each child Kitchen Cravings, drew every image in the Lightening” car. A few Beth with several rela- ous names and unusual choose the design that MacDonald Veterinary background. others provided the set tives riding in the vehicle scents. She also has soy they would like. Services, and Patrick’s Cook said the whole design and costumes. behind him, soaps and creams. Buy By coming to the Gil- Pub and Eatery. float might have cost $13. “We were really hap- “He’s a guy who has Lowe’s gave them card- py,” Alward said of their done so much for Gilford JOHNSON (Continued from Page A13) board for free. A lot of win. over the years,” Pomeroy the water-themed items “We always try real- said. “We’re so happy he A Tribute to Hank Co- look into his musical is known for attract- came from Cook’s wed- ly hard to get the best ended up in Gilford be- chran paired him with journey, with special ing world-renowned ding and were provided event,” Alward said. cause it’s meant a lot.” Willie Nelson, Alison guest Chris Hennes- artists from Keith Ur- by her mother. She said it was a hard Fay spoke of his ances- Krauss, Emmylou see, Saturday, Oct. 22 ban to Santana, from The float took around competition this year. tor Ebenezer Smith, one Harris, Ray Price, El- at the Capitol Center Train to Crosby, Stills a week to create. Mem- Their prize money of the first settlers of Mer- vis Costello, George for the Arts in Con- & Nash, and especially bers of the park, includ- helps offset the cost of edith who built the first Strait, Vince Gill and cord. Get your tickets for its state-of-the-art ing a lot of kids, worked their food booth at Old sawmill. The land where Merle Haggard. Friday, Sept. 2 at 10 audio system. Bank of on the float from painting Home Day, a big fund- Fay’s Boatyard is locat- Joining Jamey a.m.! Contact the Box New Hampshire Pa- to making banners. raiser. ed now used to be one of Johnson on stage Oct. Office at 225-1111 or vilion was nominated “I just told them what Second place went to Smith’s properties. 22 is Nashville’s Chris log on to www.ccanh. for the Music Venue the theme was and they Beyond the Belt Martial Fay also congratulated Hennessee. Chasing com! of the Year Award by went to town,” Cook said. Arts Center and third Lakeshore Park for their his dream to be a re- the Academy of Coun- She said there were place was given to Bank win. cording artist, Hennes- About Bank of New try Music six times; see loaded up his Ford Hampshire Pavilion Pollstar Magazine Red NOTEBOOK (Continued from Page A4) Ranger and headed Located on the Rocks Award for best for Music City. He’s banks of beautiful small outdoor ven- better and verifiable trail- neck. all right. Idaho Fish and been blessed with the Lake Winnipesaukee ue four times; named cam images out there, Game officers enlisted opportunity to write in Gilford, Bank of USA Today’s 10 Best and if requested I’ll not +++++ a hound hunter to track with the most talent- New Hampshire Pavil- Concert Venues in reveal anyone’s identity and tree the cat nearby, ed people in the world ion is New England’s the USA; and, it’s first or precise location. Ergo, One of the old saws and killed it. and play with the most premier outdoor ven- Country Music Associ- I’m waiting… about travelling in far- “It could have gone talented musicians, in- ue with 6,000 seats ation nomination for flung forests is that there the other way so easily,” cluding a song written under a large pavilion Music Venue of the +++++ is nothing in the woods of the girl’s grandfather and featured on the hit roof and a spectacu- Year in 2014. Each sum- the Northeast that’ll kill told the East Idaho News. TV series “Nashville.” lar lawn seating area mer more than 150,000 I’ve been keeping you but your own stupid- “She could have been Join Jamey John- for an additional 2,000 concertgoers enjoy the track of cougar sightings ity. If you think about it, gone and we would have son for an intimate patrons. Bank of New venue’s beautiful lo- in New Hampshire for it’s true. Absent grizzly never seen her.” evening of music and Hampshire Pavilion cation, clean facility, more than four decades, or brown bears, and (in So as the New Hamp- investigating and pub- theory) absent a via- shire cougar story ex- lishing only the very best, ble cougar population, pands and evolves, we the encounters that are about the only threat is supposedly pine for the Compare Our Pricing - beyond any reasonable not checking or being creature’s return to its doubt. Thus I’m carrying ready for the weather, or ancestral territory, as around in my head about forgetting some crucial one more symbol of all a dozen reports that I con- item for your pack. that’s wild and free, and sider unassailable. Earlier this month, of righting old wrongs SAVE!!!! Among them is the a family camping trip (moose, turkey, falcon, Canaan Hill mountain to Green Canyon Hot marten, and wonderful- lion, which has been seen Springs in Idaho nearly on and on). 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BY JEFF LAJOIE all sorts of options for Can the Eagles sus- not just depending on [email protected] Rogacki, as Gilford will tain those heavy gradua- three or four kids to GILFORD – For the look to infuse some new- tion losses and continue score and that's a good third season in a row, comers into the lineup to be a premier D-III pro- thing.” the Gilford High School immediately. gram? Senior forwards field hockey team found “You may see as many “I think that's what Shannon Anderson and itself as one of the four as four or five freshmen we'll find out this year,” Libby Giles also return remaining teams in Di- starting,” admitted Ro- admitted Rogacki. “The to the unit up top, while vision III last year. The gacki. “It's one of those freshmen are going to classmate Annabelle Golden Eagles took it a things where I couldn't play a lot. But our mid- Nowack returns to the step further, reaching care less what grade peo- dle school coach teaches team as a forward, as their first state champi- ple are in. Some people fundamentals and that does Fran Perry. Junior onship game in 17 years like to hold off on playing really helps. When these Cloe Boucher and soph- after winning back-to- freshmen but I look at it kids come into the high omores Nicole Berube back titles in 1997 and as, what're you saving school, I don't have to and Brianna Salanitro 1998. Gilford ran into them for?” teach all over.” all saw time there a sea- a buzz saw however, Freshman goalkeeper Who to watch: While son ago. as undefeated Berlin Jenna Delucca will chal- there were key losses In the midfield, junior capped its season with lenge for a starting spot from last year's team, Jillian Lachapelle is a a 4-0 victory in the state between the pipes, while the Eagles do return a top returning player af- title tilt. defender Randi Byars lot of their firepower on ter starting a season ago, Still, it was anoth- will likely get the start- the offensive side of the while classmates Callie er outstanding season ing nod along the back equation. That includes McGreevy and Kaley for an Eagle side that line. junior forward Kellie Colby are also in the mix. has transformed itself Sydnie Lehr (for- Ryan, a First Team All- The big change will into one of the premier ward), Kolbi Plante JEFF LAJOIE State selection a year ago come defensively. With squads in D-III over the (midfield), Julie Auld Gilford junior Kellie Ryan returns to the fray after leading and the team's leading the Eagles graduating last half decade. After a (midfield/defense), Em- the Golden Eagles in scoring last year with 13 goals and nine scorer with 13 goals and the bulk of the unit, se- 16-2 season in 2015, head ily O'Connor (midfield) assists. For her efforts, Ryan was selected as a First Team nine assists. Ryan had a niors Hannah Sullivan All-State pick. coach Dave Rogacki en- and Laurel Gingrich pair of hat tricks a year and Kaitlyn VanBenne- ters his sixth year with (forward) round out the her career, and the for- posted 14 shutouts in net ago in pacing the Gilford kum will slide into start- the program sporting a talented freshman class. ward's ability to carve while allowing just 0.5 offense. ing roles, likely along- sterling 55-23-5 overall In addition, senior Ju- past and through squads goals against per outing. “Last year we had side freshman Byars. mark. lia Normandin (forward) opened up plenty of space Defender Sarah 13 kids score goals and Seniors Kim Langlitz “The one thing we and sophomore Laurel around the field. Lachapelle was a First that's a lot in field hock- and Emily Hayden will talked about very early Normandin (forward) The Gilford defense Team All-State pick a ey,” began Rogacki. “Of also fit into the equation was we're never going to are also on the squad was really hit hard by year ago, while fellow those 13, we have 11 as returning players, be satisfied with reach- after coming over from graduation, and it was back line partners Mari- (players) back. So you're SEE EAGLES PAGE B2 ing a plateau,” admitted the soccer team. The pair a unit that allowed just ah Nelson and Hannah Rogacki. “As soon as you are outstanding athletes eight goals in 18 games Saulnier also graduated. reach a plateau, you flat who should be able to a year ago. All-State Sec- The senior class also Come to GSG for Your Shower line. 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Sports Editor - Joshua Spaulding - 569-3126 (phone) - 569-4743 (fax) - [email protected] B2 THE GILFORD STEAMER Sports THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2016 Inexperienced Eagles turn to new faces in title defense BY JEFF LAJOIE and they have accepted Michael's College in Ver- why I approached Karly [email protected] the challenge of work- mont. Dean was a domi- about being our setter,” GILFORD – If you're ing extremely hard to nant hitter, toppling the said Forge. “She has em- expecting to see a lot of fill those vacated posi- 500-kill mark as a junior braced the opportunity to familiar faces surround- tions,” explained Forge, and powering ahead as learn this position.” ing the Gilford High who will be assisted by one of the top offensive Senior middle hitter School volleyball team Bill Beaudet, Amy Tripp threats in the state. Michaela Ralls is new to this season, think again. and Michelle Martin this Classmate and partner the squad this fall, while After capturing the season. “I consider this in crime Maddie Harris junior defensive special- NHIAA Division II state season a 'work in prog- also moved on, and she's ists Bailey Hildreth and championship a season ress.' We have a lot of playing at Endicott Col- Kasey Moore will help ago after posting a dom- work ahead of us and I’ve lege in Mass. this fall af- shore up the team's back inating 20-0 season, the already seen a tremen- ter coming into her own row with Beaudet on the Golden Eagles were deci- dous amount of improve- last season and providing mend. mated by graduation. ment.” the perfect complement “Back row defense Now in her 32nd year Gilford's title defense, to Dean as an outside hit- is crucial in volleyball at the helm at GHS, veter- albeit with a much differ- ter. and I’m still searching an head coach Joan Forge ent-looking squad, is set The losses weren't for players to get the job has her work cut out this to begin on Sept. 9 with done there however, as done,” Forge said. “We fall. Replacing the bulk of a road trip to Windham, starting setter Shannon need consistent passing her starting lineup, Forge while the home opener is Mercer graduated after to the setter on both de- will need to insert new slated for Sept. 13 against a stellar career that saw fense and serve receive players into unfamiliar Kingswood. her top the 1,000-assist and this is currently our positions, though if her Who's out: Let's start mark late in her senior biggest weakness. There history is any indication, with the reigning Divi- JEFF LAJOIE season. are many top teams in she's just the person to do sion II Player of the Year Gilford senior Cynthia Gagnon will shift from right side hitter One truly unfortunate D-II that return a bulk it. in outside hitter Jordan to middle hitter for the Golden Eagles this fall, as the squad loss this season comes in of their players from last “The team has its Dean, who graduated looks to defend its Division II state championship with a largely the form of junior Brooke year so we have a lot of work cut out for them and is now playing at St. new cast of characters. Beaudet. The team's catching up to do.” starting libero last year, Sophomore outside Beaudet underwent sur- hitter Maggie McNeil gery in the spring and and classmate and mid- Gilford-Belmont set for will miss the season after dle hitter Lexi Boisvert proving to be an incredi- round out the newcom- bly reliable back row per- ers to the squad. former in 2015. Who to watch: The Ea- inaugural varsity co-op season “Last year, every play- gles have four returning er’s position was set on players from last year's BY JEFF LAJOIE varsity level this fall. Conference foes Bow, the past two seasons, the the first day of practice varsity rotation, and all [email protected] The two towns have com- Hanover, John Stark, new cooperative side will because of returning al- four are seniors who will GILFORD – For the bined at the JV level for Kennett, Kingswood, La- aim to make some noise most our entire starting battle to get their first sixth time in eight years, the past two seasons, but conia, Lebanon, Merri- right out of the gates. lineup,” recalled Forge. taste of contributing on a a new coach will lead the this year marks the first mack Valley, Pembroke The 2016 season kicks “This year is completely full rotation. way for the Gilford High time the squads will com- and Plymouth. off under the lights in different. It is fun for me Stevie Orton will School football team this pete in a varsity game. The Eagles lost some North Conway on Sept. as a coach to put the piec- make the move from fall. The Golden Eagles The changes weren't key players to gradu- 2, as a road trip to Ken- es of the puzzle together. middle hitter to an out- turn to Josh Marzhal done there however, as ation from last year's nett is slated for a 7 p.m. I am still moving players side hitter slot, while this fall, as he takes over Gilford-Belmont was re- team, with All-State start. The home opener is around as they develop Maddi Currier returns to for Shawn Garrett, who aligned, moving from Di- quarterback Carter Mer- slated for Sept. 10 against and improve their skills a middle hitter role. Syd- compiled a 10-8 overall vision III to the Division cer headlining the de- John Stark (1:30 p.m.) during preseason.” ney Holland is back as a record in two years at the II North Conference. The partures. Wide receiver at the Meadows, while Who's in: Sophomore defensive specialist and helm. two schools' combined Brandon Sasserson also the rest of the slate will Karly Sanborn will in- looks to lead that back Marzahl, who was the enrollments necessitat- moved on, as did reliable see G-B tangle with Bow herit the starting setter row contingent mixed JV coach at GHS the past ed the move up, and the lineman Shane Podmore. (Sept. 16, away), Pelham slot from Mercer, and de- with younger players, two years, has the ardu- level of competition is Still, there are key re- (Sept. 24, home), Hanover spite a lack of experience while Cynthia Gagnon ous challenge of guid- not going to be easy. Last turning players for Gil- (Oct. 1, home), Plymouth at the position, Forge said makes the shift from ing a Gilford squad that year's Gilford team went ford-Belmont, and with (Oct. 8, away), Oct. 15 the athletic youngster is right side hitter to mid- officially merged with just 2-6 overall in D-III, an influx of now avail- (Pembroke, home), Mer- ready for the challenge. dle hitter this season. Belmont High School for and the squad will now able BHS players who rimack Valley (Oct. 21, “(Sanborn) has been “They're all working a Gilford-Belmont coop- compete in the stand- have been forced to hone away) and Laconia (Oct. trained as an outside hard for the opportuni- erative program at the ings with fellow North their skills at the JV level 29, home). hitter, but her quick- ty (to contribute),” said ness and athleticism is Forge. Registration, skate swap is Sept. 12 EAGLES (Continued from Page B1) while sophomore Ada Outlook: Despite the TILTON — Magic Skating’s Basic Skills ton School Ice Arena. club to see if your size is Doris rounds out the re- huge losses to gradu- Blades figure skating Program, now known as Beginner lessons start at available. turning players and will ation, the Eagles have club began in 1997 and Learn to Skate USA. 6 p.m. Tuition is $80 for Register in person or battle for goalkeeping key offensive returners will be entering its 20th Magic Blades will six weeks and there are online at www.magic- time. as well as program-wide season this year. Magic hold a registration and family discounts avail- blades.org. Click the “The defense is the depth to fill in those Blades is a non-profit, skate swap on Monday able. Tilton School does registration link and one thing I'd say we gaps. With huge num- volunteer-run, commu- night, Sept. 12, 6-7 p.m. not have rentals so bring follow the instructions. have to rebuild,” offered bers at both the high nity organization that at the Tilton School ice your own skates. There For questions, contact Rogacki. “We're kind of school and middle has promoted the fun arena. are some skates avail- club president Rose Ma- tweaking that and doing school levels, it appears and benefits of skating Classes begin Mon- able in the community rie Marinace at rmmar- it a different way. We've more likely than not as part of US Figure day, Sept. 19, at the Til- to swap, so contact the [email protected]. been spending a lot of that sustainability of time trying to come up success is well within with different combi- reach for a program that nations on defense and seeks an unprecedented who can support each fourth consecutive Final HAPPY BIRTHDAY! other best.” Four this fall. Don’t forget...it’s time to have your

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BY JEFF LAJOIE 104 at last year's state [email protected] meet, while Hayes also GILFORD – There competed and shot a will be a much different 111. look to the Gilford High Juniors Shaun Ed- School golf team this son and Brendan Berg- fall, as the Golden Eagles man will also figure look to replace a pair of into the discussion veterans who starred this fall. Edson was for the squad for four the team's number four years before graduat- scorer as last year's ing this past spring. state meet (96). New head coach Tom “After Grant we Carr takes over for Jim have a strong nucleus Swarthout, and the Ea- of seniors (Ethan Car- gles will look to move rier, Connor Hayes) on from life after top and juniors (Brendan player Tyler Swarth- Bergman and Shaun out, who is playing Edson) that should collegiately at Husson play well,” Carr said. University, and class- Gilford, which went mate Coby Goodwin. 16-2 last year during Tyler Swarthout was the regular season, the team's top finisher also has a large group at last year's state tour- of freshmen on the ros- nament, firing a round ter to go along with one of 76 to help Gilford to sophomore in Damon a fourth-place team fin- Shute. Carr said Hunt- ish. Goodwin was the er Wilson and Cooper team's number three Blackey, both rookies, scorer, posting a 95 at may have an impact Waukewan Golf Club. JEFF LAJOIE immediately on the The good news for Gilford senior Grant Workman is the top returning player for JEFF LAJOIE lineup. Carr and the Eagles the Eagles this fall after carding the second-best score at last Senior Ethan Carrier is back as a top returning option for the The rest of the fresh- this fall is that senior year's NHIAA Division III state tournament. Gilford golf team. man class consists of Grant Workman re- Cody Boucher, Antho- turns to headline the ny Flanders, Neal Mill- top of the lineup. The er, and Brady Reyn- crafty left-hander was olds. GILFORD HIGH SCHOOL the team's second-best “The remaining scorer last year in freshmen are working the state tournament, hard and improving shooting an 83, and daily,” he said. he'll pace things in Gilford's regular SPORTS SCHEDULE 2016. season kicks off on “Grant Workman Sept. 1 with a road trip Thursday, BOYS SOCCER Valley, 4 p.m. CROSS COUNTRY will lead us,” said Carr. to Campbell (4 p.m.) September 1 White Mountains at GOLF Gilford, Bishop “He is one of the pre- before the home open- GOLF Gilford, 3:30 p.m. Belmont at Gilford, 4 Brady, Berlin at Winn- mier players in New er at Pheasant Ridge Gilford at Campbell, p.m. isquam, 4 p.m. Hampshire.” on Sept. 7 against Bel- 4 p.m. Tuesday, September 6 GIRLS SOCCER Fellow seniors mont. The NHIAA Di- CROSS COUNTRY BOYS SOCCER Inter-Lakes at Gil- Friday, September 9 Ethan Carrier and Con- vision III state tourna- Winnisquam, Bel- Inter-Lakes at Gil- ford, 4 p.m. FIELD HOCKEY nor Hayes both return ment is slated for Oct. mont, Inter-Lakes, ford, 3:30 p.m. Gilford at New- to the lineup after sol- 6 and 8 at Waukewan Moultonborough, Gil- UNIFIED SOCCER Thursday, found, 4 p.m. id seasons as juniors. Golf Club in Center ford at Early Bird In- Gilford at Winnis- September 8 GIRLS SOCCER Carrier fired a round of Harbor. vitational, Gunstock, 4 quam, 3:30 p.m. BOYS SOCCER Somersworth at Gil- p.m. Gilford at Prospect ford, 4 p.m. GIRLS SOCCER Wednesday, Mountain, 4 p.m. VOLLEYBALL Gilford at Hopkin- September 7 GOLF Gilford at Wind- ton, 4 p.m. FIELD HOCKEY Gilford at Derryfield, ham, 5:45 p.m. Gilford at Mascoma 4 p.m. Friday, September 2 FOOTBALL Gilford at Kennett, 7 p.m. FIELD HOCKEY Berlin at Gilford, 4 p.m.

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The Broads of Lake Winnipesaukee! Panoramic sunset views east and west across the deepest and widest part of the lake, overlooking the Belknap Mountain Range. 3 Finished levels of living space with expansive, multi level decks, oversized attached garage with two paved access drives and large doors on each side. At the water’s edge there is a large deck with deepwater docking system and breakwater.

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LABORER, LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Town of Tilton, NH

Tilton Board of Selectmen seeks a qualified, experienced Laborer/Light Equipment Operator, to perform a variety of routine manual laboring duties involving the construction, repairing, cleaning and maintaining of town roads, drainage systems, cemeteries, parks and other facilities utilizing hand tools, power tools, mowers or other equipment. Ability to read, write and speak Eng- lish. High School Diploma or equivalent, and six months experience in the operation of power tools and familiarity with equipment used in maintenance of public roads, or experience which demonstrates the possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities. The position is physically demanding; must be willing to work under adverse weather conditions, as well as nights and weekends when necessary. Possession of valid NH Drivers license required. A valid CDL-B license preferred. Physical examination and background check are a condition of employment. Job description available at www.tiltonnh.org. Submit letter of interest and resume to the Board of Selectmen, 257 Main Street, Tilton, NH 03276.

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MECHANIC Town of Tilton, NH Tilton Board of Selectmen seeks a qualified, experienced Mechanic to perform skilled work in the operations and servicing of all types of heavy equipment including performing field adjustments and emergency repairs. Full time position with excellent benefits. Qualifications: At least three years experience in the maintenance of heavy duty equipment such as front end loaders, heavy trucks of 36,000 GVW or larger, or years of experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities. The position is physically demanding; must be willing to work under adverse weather conditions, as well as nights and weekends when necessary. Possession of valid NH Drivers license required. A valid CDL-B license preferred. Physical examination and background check are a condition of employment. Job description available at www.tiltonnh.org. Submit letter of interest and resume to the Board of Selectmen, 257 Main Street, Tilton, NH 03276.

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