Gunstock Mountain Resort to Host Bronco Off-Roadeo

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 19, 2021 GILFORD, N.H. Gunstock Mountain Resort to host Bronco Off-Roadeo Following the debut of Bronco Off-Roadeo Texas earlier this summer, Bronco Off-Roadeo New Hamp- shire will be held at Gunstock Mountain Resort in Gilford starting Aug. 16.

“When we were choosing locations for our Bronco Off-Roadeo schools, regional diversity was important, as was varying topography,” said Dave Rivers, Bronco brand marketing manager. “But at the heart of our strategy was finding the most epic locations to give Bronco owners the best outdoor experiences possible. The sceneries at all four locations are simply amazing.”

The Bronco Off-Roadeo experience at Gunstock will put off-roaders to the test across miles of curated trails during an extended one-day, 10-hour session, while teaching them about the capabilities and performance of their all-new two- and four-door Bron- co SUV. Bronco owners can leave their vehicles at home when they visit Gunstock Mountain Resort’s Bronco Off-Roadeo experience, instead driving a model provided that’s similar to their own.

Bronco Off-Roadeo New Hampshire “We are excited that Gunstock Mountain Resort is one of four destinations in the US to be hosting the Ford Bronco Off-Roadeo experience,” said Gunstock SEE ROADEO PAGE 7 Bolduc Park hosting annual Gilmanton golf tournament this weekend Historical Society to present program on history of Kitchen family

GILMANTON — Gilmanton Historical Soci- ety’s 2021 summer series continues with History of Gilmanton’s Kitchen Family on Aug. 24. Wendy Berlind, a descendentn of the Kitchens, will tell us about the family and how it helped shape the history of Gilmanton Corners beginning in the late 1800s. Coming from East Orange, New Jersey, the Kitch- ens were one of the first families who helped make Gilmanton a destination for summer visitors. The program will be held at Old Town Hall in Gilmanton

Courtesy Iron Works. Social hour begins at 7 p.m.; the pro- Bolduc Park Golf and Disc Golf Tournaments will be held Aug. 20 - 22. Pictured, l to r: Brian Lamontagne of gram begins promptly at 7:30 p.m. Major Tournament Sponsor – Franklin Savings Bank; Kristene Dauteuil of Major Sponsor - Bank of New Hampshire; Coach Ted Foster and campers from Fosters Golf Camp; Bolduc Park Volunteers - Bob Bolduc, Anne Bole, Greg Lemay and Randy The Society’s Museum, at Old Town Hall, will Annis; Robyn Masteller of Major Sponsor Meredith Village Savings Bank. No pictured are major sponsor representatives from be closed on August 14 and will be at Smith Meeting- Pepsi Co. and Wood and Clay Fine Homes. house on the 21st for Old Home Day. A $10,000 hole-in-one nament, to be held Aug. Aug. 22. and an awards luncheon contest for amateur golf- 20-22. The Fifth Annual The tournaments are round out the action on On Saturday afternoon, Aug. 28 beginning at ers is one of the many Chris Daigle Memorial open to the public, and Sunday afternoon at 4 2 p.m., the Conservation Commission will host an prizes at the 28th Annual Disc Golf Tournament to all ages. Closest to the p.m. Pre-register to play event at the Meetinghouse Conservation Area to Bolduc Park Golf Tour- will take place Sunday, pin, a putting contest SEE TOURNAMENT PAGE 7 SEE KITCHEN PAGE 7 A fitting finish to the Tokyo experience

BY JOSHUA SPAULDING Ceremonies. My hope in the lobby of the media Sports Editor was that I would be able housing while the cer- TOKYO, Japan — I to attend at least one of emonies were going on entered my first Sum- the ceremonies this time and I watched both on mer Olympics with the around. television. hopes of attending the Of course, the pan- For those that aren’t Opening Ceremonies or demic, like it has with aware of how the cre- the Closing Ceremonies. everything else, messed dentials at the Olympics In both Sochi in 2014 and up those original plans. work, our press cre- PyeongChang in 2018, I Because I had to quar- dentials get us into any arrived just a bit too late antine for the first three of the sporting events, to attend the Opening days I was in Tokyo, I but there are a few ex- Ceremonies and left a bit watched the Opening ceptions, called high too early to attend the Ceremonies from my ho- demand events. The Closing Ceremonies. tel room, which was very Opening and Closing So, when I booked my much like how I watched Ceremonies fall into this hotel rooms and flights the Opening Ceremonies category, as do some of for Tokyo, I purposely for my previous Olym- the events. In the Winter made sure I was flying pics. In Sochi, I was Olympics, figure skating in the day before the in the Moscow airport finals are amongst those Opening Ceremonies while the ceremonies that are high demand. At Joshua Spaulding and was flying out the were taking place and the Summer Olympics, THE FLAGS of the participating nations file in past the Olympic Flame during the Tokyo 2020 Closing Ceremonies. day after the Closing in PyeongChang, I was SEE FINISH PAGE 7 A2 THE GILFORD STEAMER Almanac THURSDAY, AUGUST 19, 2021 Notes from the Gilford Public Library Classes & Special Friday, Aug. 20 12:30 p.m. at the library! Decorate a.m. collecting small leaves, Events Senior Sculpt, 9 a.m. Hand & Foot, 12:30 your own mini car (card- Bridge, 10:30-11:30 flowers, and other natu- Aug. 19 – Aug. 26 Exercise for 55 and p.m. board box) and bring a.m. ral treasures to stick on older. Please bring your Knit Wits, 1:30-2:30 your blanket to stay Lower Intermediate your bracelet, while lis- Thursday, Aug. 19 own two-to-three-pound p.m. cozy. We will have pop- Line Dancing, 4-5 p.m. tening to a beautiful sto- Geri Fit, 9-10 a.m. dumbbell, a stretch Advanced Conversa- corn, candy, and drinks. ry. No sign up required. French, 4-5 p.m. band, and water. *Please tional German, 2:30-3:30 Sign-up is required.* Wednesday, Aug. 25 Meet at the Gilford Ele- Book Discussion: consult with a physician p.m. Check out an Expert, mentary School’s main This Tender Land, 5:30- before engaging in this Lower Intermediate Monday, Aug. 23 10 a.m.-noon parking lot. 6:30 p.m. physical activity. 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We are pleased Dean’s List to serve you this eclectic sampling of SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — Nicole Turpin, of La- exotic cuisine from conia was named to the 2021 Dean’s List at Union across Asia and College. the South Pacific, with a focus on Turpin is a member of the Class of 2024 majoring Thai, Philippine, in Biomedical Engineering. Japanese and Comprised annually, the Union College Dean’s Korean dishes. All are prepared to List honors students who have a grade point aver- order with fresh, age of 3.5 for the entire academic year and meet cer- local produce, tain other requirements. specialty condiments and Union College, founded in 1795 as the first college internationally chartered by the New York State Board of Regents, imported offers programs in the liberal arts and engineering ingredients. to 2,100 undergraduates of high academic promise Vintage Vocal Quartet to and strong personal motivation. Union, with its 775 South Main St. long history of blending disciplines, is a leader in Wolfeboro educating students to be engaged, innovative and 603.569.1648 perform Sept. 5 at Taylor ethical contributors to an increasingly diverse, www.eastofsuez.com global and technologically complex society. reservations appreciated Community LACONIA — Taylor Community’s 2021 Concert Series sponsored by Bank of New Hampshire features the Vintage Vocal Quartet, Sunday, Sept. 5 at 3 p.m. in the community’s Woodside Building. Archery range laid The quartet’s repertoire is inspired by groups like Glenn Miller’s Modernaires, the Nat King Cole Trio and the Andrews Sisters. If you love vocal harmo- out at Belknap ny and swing music, the Vintage Vocal Quartet has TO PLACE AN AD: The Gilford Steamer your number! Advertising Executive published by While the event is open to the public, all attendees County Sportsmen’s Tracy Lewis Salmon Press are required to be vaccinated. As space is limited, (603) 575-9127 President & Publisher please make a reservation by calling Brenda at 366- [email protected] Frank G. Chilinski 1226 or emailing her at bkean@taylorcommunity. Association (603) 677-9083 org. SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES: [email protected] Visit www.taylorcommunity.org, or call 366-1400 GILFORD — The Belknap County Sportsmen’s Kerri Peterson Business Manager for more information about this premiere not-for- Association has an archery range laid out at its club (603) 677-9085 Ryan Corneau profit Continuing Care Retirement Community in [email protected] (603) 677-9082 the Lakes Region. location having (QTY) 10 3-D targets. As you prepare [email protected] for the upcoming archery season beginning Sept. 15, TO PRINT AN OBITUARY: Operations Director think about joining the club to sharpen your shoot- E-MA IL: obit uar ies@sal monpr ess.news Jim DiNicola ing skills. CALL: 603-677-9084 (508) 764-4325 Mountainside Pit A basic club membership, which includes use of TO SUBMIT A LETTER Distribution Manager the archery range, is only $25. Jim Hinckley Use of the archery range as well as the rifle range TO THE EDITOR: (603) 279-4516 NOW OPEN E-MA IL: br endan@sal monpr ess.news costs $80 for a single member and $85 for a family Managing Editor Off of Sandy Knoll Road, Tuftonboro membership. The family membership includes ev- Brendan Berube USPS 024967 (603) 677-9081 Sand, Loam and Stump dumping eryone in your household under the age of 18. The Gilford Steamer is published weekly by Salmon [email protected] Applications to join the club can be found on the Press, P.O. Box 729, 5 Water St., Meredith, NH 03253. Periodicals, postage paid at Meredith, NH Production Manager Delivery service available club’s web site, belknapcountysportsmens.org. You 03253. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Julie Clarke can fill the application in online, pay online and re- the Gilford Steamer, P.O. Box 729, Meredith, NH (603) 677-9092 For questions call Jim Bean 603-455-5700 ceive your membership card within a few days. 03253. julie@@salmonpress.news THURSDAY, AUGUST 19, 2021 Local News THE GILFORD STEAMER A3 A nightmare ending to a very strange experience

I am writing this col- SPORTING not helped by the fact umn on Saturday, less CHANCE that there was just one than a week after return- guy trying to handle ev- ing from Tokyo. erything. He was doing The Tokyo Olympics the best he can dealing By JOSHUA SPAULDING were definitely a unique with a lot of people who experience, given the me much time to make weren’t happy. I give lack of fans, the Olym- my connections in To- him all the credit in the pic bubble we as media ronto. world for keeping his lived in and the whole Thankfully, the pilot cool the entire time. pandemic of it all. made good time and I got They gave us a hotel But, if you had told off the flight in Canada voucher and food vouch- me that my five hours with about an hour to ers and then we had to in Narita Airport on my get through customs and clear Canadian customs, way to cover the Olym- get to the plane to Bos- which involved another pics would be the easiest ton. Because we were very long line with a lot part of my Olympic trav- connecting quickly, we of people who were not el, I would’ve told you didn’t have to wait for terribly happy. I spent that you were crazy. our bags at customs and about four hours in the But, that was before got through relatively hotel, but didn’t really the Air Canada disaster quickly, as each board sleep, getting up pretty that was the trip back to we encountered said the early to get in line to get JOSHUA SPAULDING the United States. Boston flight was “on through US customs in THIS BILLBOARD in the Tokyo airport advertises the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, coming up We were advised to time.” the morning. This was in just a few months. This was before the nightmare that was the trip home. arrive at the airport ear- As it turns out, it was my third trip through ly, as there were a lot of not. I got to the gate and customs in less than 12 case did not. I had to fill up on my doorstep on Gilford Steamer, Winn- people leaving Tokyo the woman told me that hours, which is what out more paperwork to Thursday afternoon, isquam Echo, Plymouth on Monday. Because I the flight was delayed by everyone dreams of on make my baggage claim. dirty clothes and all. Record-Enterprise, Little- downloaded my board- an hour. About half an their trips. Then, finally, I called Needless to say, it was ton Courier, Newfound ing pass the previous hour later, the flight was I cleared security the park and ride, got a a fitting ending to a trip Landing, Coos County day, I was able to bypass moved to a different gate and customs relatively ride to my car and head- that had more hoops to Democrat, Berlin Report- some of the very long and then 15 minutes af- quickly and went to my ed home, absolutely ex- jump through than any- er and The Baysider. He lines and got through se- ter that, it was cancelled gate, only to have the hausted with no clean thing that I’ve ever done. can be reached at josh@ curity relatively easily. all together. flight to Boston delayed clothes. And it was off Now, it’s back to the salmonpress.news at 279- However, about half We got no explana- not once, not twice, not to rehearsal for Laugh- real world. 4516, or PO Box 729, Mer- an hour before we were tion, we were just told three times, but four ing Stock, which opened edith, NH 03253. scheduled to board, the to go to the customer times. Instead of the 8:30 this past weekend at the Joshua Spaulding announcement came service desk. We weren’t a.m. departure, we left Village Players Theater is the Sports Editor for that our flight was de- the only flight cancelled close to 11 a.m. in Wolfeboro. the Granite State News, layed by an hour, which and the line at the desk And of course, once My suitcase eventu- Carroll County Indepen- was not going to leave was not short and was I got to Boston, my suit- ally arrived, showing dent, Meredith News, LRSO String Quartet to perform at Mill Falls Marketplace MEREDITH — Let’s ment by Schubert,” “Ga- in Laconia. To view LR- providing a venue for ranging from classics to ting of the Lakes Region make some music! With briel’s Oboe,” “Delibes SO’s full 2021-2022 sched- local musicians to per- contemporary, all in the of New Hampshire. pent-up demand from Flower Duet” and more. ule and program details, form orchestral music valued community set- performers and audienc- The concert is free, please go to www.LRSO. es alike, the LRSO String and is part of the Orches- org. Quartet will be perform- tra’s outreach to bring About The ing a variety of music in live music back into the Lakes Region Sym- a free outdoor concert Lakes Region. phony Orchestra on Saturday, Aug. 21 at New Venues The Lakes Region 4 p.m. at Mill Falls Mar- In addition to per- Symphony Orchestra ketplace in Meredith. forming at the In- is a Meredith-based, LRSO Concertmas- ter-Lakes Auditorium, non-profit orchestra that ter, violinist Margaret the Lakes Region Sym- performs throughout the Hopkins, will be joined phony Orchestra is ex- fall, winter, and spring by talented colleagues cited to announce per- months. Orchestra violinists Muriel Orcutt, formances at two new members range in age violist Sally Wituszyns- venues starting Novem- from teens through re- ki, and cellist Kari Juk- ber 6 at the Hanaway tired seniors, represent- ka-Pekka (JP) Vainio. Theatre, Plymouth State ing over 30 communi- The Ensemble will be University, and on De- ties in the Lakes Region performing a delightful cember 10, 2021 and and beyond. For over 40 mix of pieces including again on May 15, 2022 years the Orchestra has “Nocturne”, by Borodin, at the beautifully refur- been focused on show- Courtesy “Rosamunde, 1st move- bished Colonial Theatre casing young talent and Members of the Lakes Region Symphony Orchestra String Quartet will entertain at the Mill Falls Marketplace in Meredith, Aug. 21 at 4 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Society of Laconia (UUSL) receives Green Sanctuary accreditation

LACONIA — The the COVID-19 epidem- example, presented a tification is only a begin- together with communi- make our Church home congregation of the Uni- ic, UUSL has completed Green Laconia Environ- ning for UUSL. There is ties most affected by cli- a carbon-zero sanctuary. tarian Universalist So- activities summarized mental Petition to the much more to be done. mate change. The next meeting of ciety of Laconia (UUSL), below, to receive Green Laconia City Council. Climate change is a long- Increasing collabo- the UUSL Green Sanctu- the little white church, Sanctuary Accredita- 4. Sustainable Liv- term challenge, requir- ration with youth or- ary Committee, Monday, on Pleasant Street in tion: ing. To minimize emis- ing our dedicated atten- ganizations focused on Sept. 13, 7 to 8.30 p.m., Laconia, has recently 1. Environmental sion of green house hases tion. UUSL is relatively climate and the environ- will be by ZOOM. We completed demanding Justice. Activities in (GHG) that contribute to small, but dedicated. In ment. will focus on plans for requirements for being solidarity with front global warming, UUSL the upcoming years, we Increasing input the next year. To obtain accredited as a Green line (vulnerable) com- has installed LED lights, hope to broaden our ef- to government and the ZOOM address, con- Sanctuary by the UU As- munities, which may be and is planning for ad- forts by: non-government orga- tact uusl@myfairpoint. sociation (UUA) of the most affected by climate ditional weatherization, Considering climate nizations focused on cli- net. USA. change. For example, and installation of solar change in all our Church mate and environmental collecting warm clothes in our Church home. activities. Issues. There is no vaccine in winter, assisting the Green Sanctuary Cer- Increasing working Continue efforts to for the Global Warming homeless, collecting and the Climate Crisis, food. and it may be the termi- 2. Staying Connect- nal critical crisis for hu- ed. Activities enabling Forest Pump & Filter Co. manity. UUSL believes us to stay connected it will take all of us, Re- to each other and oth- Serving The Greater Lakes Region Area for Over 50 Years publicans, Democrats, er government and and Independents, con- non-government orga- structively working to- nizations working for WE DO IT ALL gether, to control this ac- environmental sustain- celerating Global threat. ability and justice. For WELL DRILLING PUMP SYSTEMS example, in cooperation The UUA Green Sanc- with the Lions, collected FILTERS tuary Accreditation pro- recyclable plastics to be vides a path to address used to create furniture climate change and envi- and construction mate- Family Owned Business for 40 Years ronmental justice. UUSL rials. has been accredited as a 3. Education. Activ- Green Sanctuary in rec- ities to inform our con- ognition of service and gregation and communi- CALL FOR SERVICE dedication to the earth ties, while inspiring us and future generations. to keep working toward FOREST PUMP & FILTER CO., INC. In this over two-year our goal of just and sus- effort, challenged by tainable practices. For 603-332-9037 A4 THE GILFORD STEAMER Opinion THURSDAY, AUGUST 19, 2021 “Is this Heaven?” “No. It’s Iowa.”

An incredible moment happened last Thursday, and baseball fans all across the country watched. The Chicago White Sox and the New York Yankees met for an old fashioned game of ball in Dyersville, Courtesy Iowa, where dreams really do come true. A day at the track The two teams, and thousands of fans came together, in a cornfield, at the Field of Dreams. The Despite the rain, the Gilford Rotary Trackside Café had a very successful Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 at NH Motor Speedway in July. All proceeds will be in the hands of local community based charities soon. And nice to see Gov. Sununu stop in to diamond was constructed right next to the original say hello. It must of been the buzz around the track about the Meatball subs! set of the 1989 film that gave the location its name. The movie highlighted the magic and the history behind baseball. Inspired by the true story of disgraced White Sox player Shoeless Joe Jackson, NORTH COUNTRY NOTEBOOK who was infamously bribed, along with seven other teammates, to ‘throw’ the 1919 World Series, “Field Look up on a cloudless night, of Dreams” offers his ghost the chance at redemption that he never had in life. We remember fondly the good luck with ambient light first time we watched the movie, reaching for a box of tissues when Kevin Costner’s character, Ray, asks Long before there his father’s ghost to “have a catch” that helps them were any mid-stream both heal their troubled relationship as well. bridge-footings, someone was hauling barges During the broadcast of last week’s game, Cost- back and forth on a rope. ner, in the same blue jeans and white shirt he wore I think about this when- in the movie, appeared slowly, as he walked into ever I see cribworks and sight from the cornfield, re-creating a scene from stone. Before all that, the movie. According to fans, it was magic, surreal. someone found a way Anyone who has watched the film, would have driv- to float people and stuff across. en to Iowa to watch the ‘baseball men’ play, if it was real. Thursday’s game was the closest they’ll ever By John Harrigan We tend to forget get. There is no doubt that as fans watched the mod- Columnist what a revolution steam ern day ball players at work, thoughts of Archibald was. People had been Courtesy ‘Moonlight’ Graham, Shoeless Joe, Babe Ruth and thinking about it for cen- An image and some straight lines in the high desert of the turies, but France, then Andes that some historians argue can only be used or appreci- others came to mind. It isn’t just the set of Katharine Hepburn’s England, then Ameri- ated from the air. (Courtesy livescience.com) Costner addressed the fans as he made his way to jaw or the leeches on ca got it done. When it towards the pitcher’s mound, stating “We’ve come Humphry Bogart’s body comes to actual applica- to see the first place White Sox play the mighty Yan- (“Get ‘em off!”). There’s tion and commerce, take kees in a field that was once corn. It’s perfect. We’ve something about the “Af- your pick. kept our promise. Major League Baseball has kept rican Queen,” and it might be the sight and The components of a its promise. The dream is still alive. There’s proba- sound of a steam engine, small steam engine and bly just one question to answer: ‘Is this heaven?’” especially one propelling related mechanisms to The players emerged, like the film’s ghosts, from an old boat. drive a boat could be the cornfield, leaving the fans in awe. hauled just about anywhere by horse, mule, The game brought the sport back to the basics for I don’t know what re- minded me about this. travois, or wagon. Town just one night. What is simpler than a soda, a hot Maybe it’s the New histories are rife with dog and some popcorn? How surreal to be able to sit Hampshire Boat Mu- stories about everything close enough where the players can actually make seum’s publicity about from work-barges to ex- cursion boats. As soon as out what the fans are yelling, or what they’re saying events and antique boats An earwig of the kind I usually find this time of year---perpetu- someone found flat wa- to raz the umpires. on Winnipesaukee, ally damp doorsill, newly cut grass, etc.---whenever I open the which often include old ter or made some, people The White Sox bested New York in a close match shop’s overhead door. (Courtesy UNH Cooperative Extension) boats like Bogart’s. May- found ways to float stuff when Tim Anderson hit a walk off home run far off be it’s just that I love old across. into Iowa’s country sky. The game was described as movies, and am especial- +++++ ting involved in town Gods,” Erich Von Dan- a time capsule from a different era. In a post game ly fond of this one. or county government iken’s book that popu- or the State House. larized questions about interview, Yankees Manager It’s a banner year for earwigs, those insects Somebody has to do it, runway-like lines and Aaron Boone said, “That’s probably the greatest Okay, I admit that this subject has every- that scurry to hide when- and these days, finding assorted gigantic ren- setting for a baseball game that I’ve ever been a part thing to do with age and ever you pick something “somebody” can be next derings or birds and spi- of. Kevin Costner standing out there in short cen- background. But I think up, like a slipper. Ear- to impossible. ders and other creatures ter field, that’s probably a moment I’ll remember the today’s movies are tinny wigs come across as the +++++ in the deserts of South America. rest of my life.” in comparison, especial- very definition of “obse- quious,” a good word for The other night I was Many fans agreed that being at the game was a ly with extras and sets. Story-lines are a stretch, some politicians. fortunate to spend time The problem with try- dream come true, it didn’t matter who won. and scripts downright with two people dear to ing to have an intelligent There are talks that the game may come back to shoddy. Characters look Not all of them (the me, looking at the stars. discussion about such Iowa next year. But more importantly, America’s hardly out of high school politicians, not the ear- I get to do that alone on things today is that it all greatest past time, reminds us that in times of un- (okay, this is an age wigs), mind you, and any clear night, because runs the risk of getting especially not the peo- if I turn off the house dismissed as just anoth- certainty, there will always be baseball. The famous thing). +++++ ple who file for office lights, there is utterly no er conspiracy theory, or quote below is from the film. It’s a powerful message because of ideals, tra- background light saved somehow Euro-centric of unity that is refreshing to read. New Hampshire has a ditions, and personal for the faint glow from (“The Incas could never “People will come, Ray. They’ll come to Iowa for rich history with boats. goals. They often begin town. You cannot do that do that”), or even worse, reasons they can’t even fathom. They’ll turn up your Before anyone had time by running for school in Lower Manhattan. racist. It is none of those, board or state legisla- of course, and such driveway not knowing for sure why they’re doing it. or money to build bridges, people were using ture. Who would want The Milky Way was questions transcend the They’ll arrive at your door as innocent as children, boats to cross rivers and such a job? You have to practically jumping out politics of the moment, longing for the past. lakes. be nuts. All right, just of the sky. We could eas- a “moment” being one “‘Of course, we won’t mind if you look around,’ kidding there---I admire ily make out the plan- minute or several mil- you’ll say, ‘It’s only $20 per person.’ Before there were such people, and truly ets. Numerous satellites lennia, depending on go out of my way to tell made their cross-stitch whose clock counts. “They’ll pass over the money without even think- bridges, there were well- known crossing places them so. It’s about as di- way across the backdrop ing about it: for it is money they have and peace at shallows. Before there rectly accountable as it of deep space. (Please address mail, they lack. And they’ll walk out to the bleachers; sit were bridges, there were gets. with phone numbers in shirtsleeves on a perfect afternoon. They’ll find also boats. If there was a Later on, when I was in case of questions, they have reserved seats somewhere along one of buck to be made, some- So, a tip of the hat to thinking about age-old to campguyhooligan@ mysteries, I decided to gmail.com or 386 South the baselines, where they sat when they were chil- one was making it. the people who want to serve the people by get- re-visit “Chariots of the Hill Rd., Colebrook, NH dren and cheered their heroes. And they’ll watch the 03576.) game and it’ll be as if they dipped themselves in magic waters. The memories will be so thick they’ll have FROM OUR READERS l to brush them away from their faces. “People will come, Ray. The one constant through I have a question: Why are you here? all the years, Ray, has been baseball. America has rolled by like an army of steamrollers. It has been To the Editor: indirectly, the cause of Obviously, this question endorse has allowed erased like a blackboard, rebuilt and erased again. most atrocities in oth- is being posed to a rela- more people to emerge But baseball has marked the time. This field, this I have a question: er countries; that white tively small number of from poverty than any game: it’s a part of our past, Ray. It reminds us of all Why are you here? people are irredeem- readers. Most folks are other system in use. that once was good and that could be again. Oh...peo- Seriously, since we ably oppressors; that in America because we ple will come Ray. People will most definitely come.” are repeatedly told people of color will are the most free coun- Do we have flaws? Clear- that the US is the worst always be oppressed, try in the history of ly. Is there a path to re- And they did. country in the world; why are you here? the Earth. The capital- demption? Obviously. A that we are, directly or ism that many citizens SEE LETTER PAGE 5 THURSDAY, AUGUST 19, 2021 Local News THE GILFORD STEAMER A5 • �omfort �eepers • St. John’s- Finding your source of joy on-the-Lake BY MARTHA SWATS long way when it comes so than we were in our riences. For older adults, Owner/Administrator Comfort Keepers to improving a senior’s younger days. While these moments together health, both physically routines are comforting, are also a way of trans- welcomes “Joy does not simply and mentally! research tells us that one ferring the family’s his- happen to us. We have Whether you’re guf- of the habits many of us tory and culture from to choose joy and keep fawing out loud at a sit- adopt as we mature is the one generation to the choosing it every day.” com on Netflix or quiet- tendency to become dis- next. -Henri J.M. Nouwen ly chuckling at a funny connected from friends Simple tips on ways Faye and John As we celebrate our meme, there is no doubt and family on a purely seniors can find joy: third annual National that laughing does you ‘social’ level (as opposed Finding moments of Day of Joy, I took a mo- good! One of the most im- to a sense of obligation or joy every day does not ment to reflect and con- portant aspects of laugh- responsibility). With that have to be a daunting Buttrick sider the true impact joy ter, regardless of age, in mind, brain research- task. Following are some has on our lives. Science is that it releases what ers have discovered that of my favorite tips to at- MEREDITH — On Aug. 22, St. John’s on the Lake proves that attaining is referred to as ‘happy when we consciously de- tain joy every day: welcomes the Rev. Faye D.B. Buttrick and the Rev. hormones.’ Serotonin, velop new habits and ac- Embrace your Inter- daily doses or joy – big or John Buttrick, refocused ministers in the Unit- small – works wonders dopamine, oxytocin, and tivities, we can actually ests: try something new ed Church of Christ. They are members of South on our overall wellness, endorphins are famous- jumpstart our ‘trains of that you always thought including our physical ly happy hormones that thought’ onto new, inno- about or connect with Church, UCC, in Concord. and mental health. The promote positive feelings vative tracks. Reconnect- people who share your Faye has been in Interim Ministry and has served actual factors that bring like enhanced mood, ing and consequently current interests or hob- on the boards of the UCC Wider Church Ministries about joy, whether they pleasure, joyfulness, and becoming more socially bies and Global Ministries. John is retired from the or- be situations, people, even love. So much re- active may just do the Prioritize Family dained staff of the Illinois Conference of the UCC. search is available that trick! and Friends: a recent activities, or things, are Together, they have been UCC Global Ministries highly personal and in- speaks to the advantages As life continues to Comfort Keepers study Long-term Volunteers for Kairos Palestine and dividual to each one of of being happy, partic- get back to normal, the found that connecting us. Yet, when you are ularly the ‘head to toe’ ability to finally get to- with family, loved ones volunteers in the World Council of Churches Ecu- a joyful person, happi- benefits we receive if we gether again with family and friends delivered menical Accompaniment Program in Palestine and ness has a way of being incorporate laughter in and friends is critical, es- the most joy compared Israel. contagious and can help our lives on the regular! pecially for older adults. to activities, events and Both are members of the NH Conference Peace spread hope and positiv- By seeking out more op- I don’t think any of us things with Justice Advocates and Global Ministries. John portunities for humor truly realized how much Bond with Family Vir- ity to others. writes op-ed’s for the Concord Monitor. Yes, perhaps we can and laughter, we can all our friends and family tually: in-person visits St. John’s is an ecumenical chapel located on the all agree that living joy- improve our emotional provide us with a sense are not always possible, fully is important, but health, strengthen our of identity and belonging so we’re so lucky that highest point on Bear Island, Meredith. Services how do we do that when relationships, and find until those interactions we have mobile phones, are held at 10 a.m. The chapel is reached by a well- we all get caught up in greater joy and happi- were curtailed or shut off social media and tech- marked footpath from the church docks in Church our busy lives? Why is ness—some say it might entirely like they were nology to help us keep in Cove near Dolly Island. In addition, there is a free seeking joy particular- even add years to your during the pandemic. touch from far away. The “taxi boat” service from Meredith Neck; email us at life! Seniors need social same Comfort Keepers ly important for aging [email protected].. All are wel- adults? This article will The importance of so- interaction to reduce study found that seniors come. For more information, check the Web site, explore ways seniors can cial interaction feelings of isolation and have embraced texting, find these moments of There’s no doubt that loneliness. Research emojis and social media www.stjohnsonthelake.com. joy and laughter within taking the time to con- shows that older adults to bond with the grand- St. John’s continues to offer for sale giclee prints themselves or with their nect with people is es- who have more social kids of the chapel, views of both the exterior and interi- family, friends, or their sential for living well as interactions keep higher Indoor or Outdoor or of the building as well as a view of the nearby is- caregivers to improve you age. You don’t grow levels of cognitive func- Exercise: exercise can lands. See our Facebook page for more information. as an individual if you tion longer, and their result in joy! Studies their mood and overall Proceeds will be used to augment the chapel’s Pres- well-being on the Day of simply disengage. By ex- memories do not deteri- have indicated that peo- ervation Fund, the purpose of which is to assure the Joy - or any day. posing yourself to people orate as quickly as their ple who worked out only Laughter is the best with different outlooks more isolated peers. Se- once or twice a week said protection and restoration of the chapel in the event medicine on life, you can open up niors who stay in touch they felt much happier of major damages. Moments of joy are a a whole new world. So- with family and close than those who never must for all of us but es- cial disengagement and friends have also been exercised – plus it leads pecially for older adults. loneliness are often con- shown to have lower to improved physical Depression and isola- sidered to be routinely risks of dementia. health for seniors. Exer- tion are more prevalent associated with physical Family/friend gath- cise can apply to a wide for seniors and living a limitations causing us to erings are also import- variety of strength and life full of joy, happiness become even more iso- ant because this is when mobility and can include and laughter is a great lated. However, studies ‘experiences’ are passed stretching, balance ex- way to lift their spirits have shown that an ac- down between genera- ercises, yoga, Tai Chi, and create overall health tive social life improves tions. In addition to be- walking, gardening, bi- benefits. Many therapies cognitive function and ing something to look cycling, and swimming. that focus on seniors are overall brain health, es- forward to, spending now beginning to incor- pecially for older adults. time together establishes porate humor and laugh- As we get older, we a foundation for family/ ter to create more joy. A tend to become creatures friend values and serves little bit of joy can go a of habit – even more as special bonding expe-

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The end result change-of-beneficiary form. minor or establish a trust for the ben- many of last year’s BLM lamest “insurrection” in And the answer you get is important. could be an “accidental” inheritance And if you really want to be on the efit of the minor, which can distribute and antifa riots and the It wouldn’t be surprising if you hav- in which your retirement accounts safe side, you may want to enlist a le- the money in several disbursements US history a big thing. It en’t thought much about the benefi- and insurance proceeds could end up gal professional to help you with this over a period of years – which is often hubbub at the Capitol ciary designation – after all, it was just going to someone who is no longer in review to make sure the beneficiary a good move, since young adults ar- on January 6th? Both something you once signed, possibly your life. designations reflect your current fam- en’t always the best at managing large a long time ago. 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Gilmanton’s 123rd Old Home Day Set for Aug. 21 GILMANTON — Gil- ciety History of Quilts manton’s Old Home Day from 10 to 3. Committee is excited The traditional to invite residents and bean hole bean dinner of- neighbors to join them fers two Dinner sittings: at the Town’s 123rd Old 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., in Home Day celebration and around the carriage on Saturday, August house on the the meeting 21, from 10 am to 3 pm house grounds. at Smith Meetinghouse The Committee is on Smith Meetinghouse still looking for volun- Road. teers to help out before, The celebration fea- during and after the tures a silent auction, event. Check out the vendors, kid activities, Old Home Day Face- a «you participate» Art book page and find out Show, Parker Hill Road how you can be part of Band, Lindsay the Pup- the team . You will find peteer, an antique auto many options and ways parade, tug-o-war and to sign up including a MORE. The Smith virtual schedule. Join Meetinghouse School the fun and become a

Courtesy will be open for the Gil- part in this continuing Gilmanton’s 2021 Old Home Day - Saturday, Aug. 21, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. manton Historical So- community tradition. Gilford Local community members introduce Parks and Concord Hospital to Lakes Region LACONIA — Local munities,” Ron Cohen ty Affairs Coordinator, comed questions from Lakes Region commu- welcomed guests and in- Heidi Smith. the group and set forth nity members gathered troduced Concord Hospi- Steigmeyer ad- plans to create sustain- Recreation at the Governor’s Island tal’s President and CEO, dressed the group with able health care in the Clubhouse to meet rep- Robert Steigmeyer. an introduction into Lakes and Three Rivers resentatives from the Guests had the op- Concord Hospital Health regions. Concord Hospital Health portunity to meet and System’s mission, vision “Jane and I are News System. The first of sev- enjoy conversations and values, drawing thankful that Concord BY HERB GREENE eral Meet & Greet recep- with several of Concord attention to the align- Hospital stepped in Director tions to be held through- Hospital’s senior lead- ment of the former LR- when Laconia needed Gilford Parks and Recreation out the Lakes and Three ership team; including, GHealthcare’s mission. them and have pledged Rivers regions kicked President and CEO, Rob- Community members to make the new Con- Youth soccer registration deadline is Aug. 20 off with a social mix and ert Steigmeyer; Chief were presented with an cord Hospital – Laconia The Gilford Parks and Recreation Department will mingle hour, hosted by Financial Officer, Scott outlined plan including and Franklin first class be accepting Youth Soccer registrations through Ronald and Alice Cohen Sloane; Chief Clinical $25 million dollars of facilities,” Jeff Levitan the registration deadline of Friday, Aug. 20! The of Gilford, Jeff Levitan Officer, Dr. Matthew capital investments to shared as he thanked the youth soccer program is open to all Gilford stu- and Jane Love of Laco- Gibb; Chief Advance- be made in both the La- group for attending the dents entering grades K-5 this fall. After Any reg- nia. ment Officer, Pamela conia and Franklin facil- event. istrations submitted after the Aug. 20 deadline “We are thrilled that Puleo; Chief Adminis- ities over the next 18 to will be accepted on an availability basis only. The Concord Hospital has trative Officer of Con- 24 months. Concord Hos- Registration fee is $25 per player or $35 per family. purchased Laconia and cord Hospital | Laconia pital senior leaders wel- For more information, please contact the Gilford Franklin Hospitals. This & Franklin, Kevin Don- Parks and Recreation Department at 527-4722. acquisition will be great ovan; Director of Com- for the Lakes Region and munity Affairs, Marci University of Rhode Island Gilford Old Home Day, Saturday, Aug. 28! its surrounding com- DeCarli; and, Communi- graduates more than 4,000 The annual Gilford Old Home Day celebration will be held on Saturday, Aug. 28. This year’s theme students during 135th is “Our Community of Champions!” The festivi- Maria Draper of Laconia ties include; the Annual Parade at 10 a.m. (featur- Commencement ing bands and many traditional floats), musical named To NEWMAC entertainers including the “Bryan Conway” and Academic All-Conference KINGSTON, R.I. — The University of Rhode Is- “Buckleberry Ferry,” Frisbee Dog Show featur- land celebrated more than 4,000 of its newest alumni ing Aim High Canines, games for all ages, crafts, Team at Emerson College during the University’s 135th Commencement. More live music, great food, outstanding fireworks and than 3,700 undergraduate degrees and 680 graduate a dance to wrap things up! The majority of activi- BOSTON, Mass. — More than 50 Emerson College degrees were conveyed to students during nine indi- ties take place at the Gilford Village Field. Parade Winter & Spring student-athletes were named to vidual ceremonies held over three days, May 21-23. applications are still being accepted and can be their respective New England Women’s and Men’s James Manz Buckley of Gilford received a Bache- found at the Gilford Town Hall and on the Parks Athletic Conference (NEWMAC) teams for the 2020- lor of Science in Nursing, Summa Cum Laude. and Recreation Web site at www.gilfordrec.com. 2021 academic year. Honorees must have met the fol- Jordan Smith Dean of Laconia received a Bach- For more information, please contact the Gilford lowing criteria: earned a minimum cumulative GPA elor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Magna Parks and Recreation office at 527-4722. of 3.5/4.0 scale or 4.35/5.0 scale after the 2021 spring Cum Laude. semester, achieved second year academic status at Anne Dionne of Laconia received a Doctor of their institution, and been a member of the varsity Pharmacy, Summa Cum Laude. team for the entire semester. Johanna Leah Morris of Gilford received a Bach- Maria Draper of Laconia was a member of the elor of Science in Communicative Disorders, Magna Women’s Lacrosse team for the Spring season. Drap- Cum Laude. er is pursuing a degree in Communication Disorders Kaylee Marie Robbs of Gilford received a Bache- and is a member of the Emerson College Class of lor of Science in Textiles Fashion Merchandising & 2021. Design. 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honor Tom Howe and President and General Manager Tom Day. “This Joe Urner. The area in- will give us the opportunity to showcase, to Bronco cludes the Twigg Barn, owners, all the thrilling, unique mountain activities at 245 Meetinghouse Rd. we offer such as ziplining or riding the mountain The public is invited. coaster Theses activities will continue their unique experience in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire.” The Historical Soci- ety, in cooperation with With stunning views of Lake Winnipesaukee and the Giilmanton Conser- the Belknap Mountains, this location at Gunstock vation Commission, Mountain Resort in Gilford, New Hampshire fea- is working on devel- tures a purpose-built ORX training course that tra- opment of a farm museum at the Twigg barn on verses alpine ridges, dense woodlands, and rocky the Meetinghouse prop- countryside. The off-road trails are uniquely carved erty. It will house the through the gorgeous mountainside, with a combi- Society’s growing collec- nation of higher-speed two tracks and rock-filled, tion of farm implements. steep climbs surely to get your adrenaline going.

For more informa- This off-road course was expertly designed and tion check out the Soci- curated with the assistance of legendary names in ety’s Web site: gilman- Courtesy off-roading, such as Professional Fun-Haver Vaughn tonhistorysociety.org. The story of Gilmanton’s Kitchen family is the subject of the Gilmanton Historical Society’s Gittin Jr., King of the Hammers champion Loren program on Tuesday, Aug. 24, 7:30 p.m. at Old Town Hall in Gilmanton Iron Works. Healy and renowned off-road experiential manager Bob Burns. The four locations are designed to chal- (Continued from Page A1) lenge attendees with hardcore desert running, rock TOURNAMENT crawling and trail riding. by sending an e-mail to under. Gilford Ave., on the La- all-volunteer group that Geared for off-road novices and experts alike, the [email protected] or The tournaments will conia/Gilford town line. runs the park for the program starts with a 90-minute hands-on tutorial call the clubhouse at 524- be played on the nine- All proceeds from the benefit of the local com- designed to educate owners on features such as Trail 1370. Registration fees hole par 3 golf course event will help support munity. The courses are Control and Terrain Management System™ with are $25 for ages 16 and and wooded nine-hole the Bolduc Park Asso- open seven days a week G.O.A.T. Modes™ (goes over any type of terrain). older and $20 for 15 and disc golf course at 282 ciation, a non-profit, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. On properly equipped Bronco two- and four-door models, owners get to try out available off-road FINISH (Continued from Page A1) technology tools like the, stabilizer bar-disconnect, One-Pedal Drive, Trail Turn Assist, front and rear differential lockers, and 360-degree camera system with spotter view. the evening track and up being worth it when rings in the middle, that was then raised as their swimming events and people showed up much was completely invisi- anthem was played.

gymnastics finals are all later and had to sit in the ble to those of us sitting Next up was a great Tutorials are led by trail guides who will high- considered high demand regular bleacher seats in the stands, though I hype video from Paris light design and technology features, helping Bronco events. reserved for press. could see it on the mon- 2024, which included owners learn to better navigate off-road courses and For high demand I got the chance to itor in front of me. live shots from down- explore rugged trails. The experience covers trail events, press have to watch the rehearsal Singing and danc- town Paris, where peo- etiquette and recovery techniques, including how request tickets from for the ceremonies, as ing took to the stage ple were gathered to to equip and use gear like recovery straps, winches, their respective Nation- they ran through video next, with BMX bikes celebrate the start of and hi-lift jacks. Owners can venture out on two- or al Olympic Committee, cues, music cues and and skateboards play- the countdown to Paris four-hour trail drives designed to challenge their which for me is the US rehearsed some of the ing a large role, while in three years. This was off-roading skills while highlighting their vehicle’s Olympic and Paralym- dance numbers. And the Greek flag was also followed by a number capability. pic Committee. I had then, it finally counted raised prior to the start of speeches, including requested tickets for a down to the start of the of the medal ceremo- Bach officially closing Bronco owners can purchase added outdoor ac- gymnastics competition ceremonies. The Jap- nies for the men’s and down the 2020 Summer tivities at Gunstock’s Adventure Park. Adventures and the track competi- anese flag was carried women’s marathon. The Olympics and calling on include Zipline Tours, Aerial Treetop Adventure tion where Elle Purrier into the stadium and Kenyan anthem was the youth of the world to Course (ATA), Mountain Coaster rides, Off-Road St. Pierre ran in the fi- raised next to the Olym- played twice, since their assemble again in Paris Segway Tours, E-Bike Tours or Scenic Lift Rides to nals of the 1,500 meters. I pic flag. runners won both mara- in 2024. the summit of Gunstock Mountain. At Gunstock’s put in my request for the Then came the en- thons. And then the flame summit the views of Lake Winnipesaukee, the Os- Closing Ceremonies and trance of the nation flags The new members of was officially extin- sipee and White Mountains will astound visitors. stopped by the USOPC for all the countries that the International Olym- guished, with the word office in the media cen- competed in the Sum- pic Committee’s athletes “arigato” (thank you) Attendees are responsible for transportation to ter to check in on my re- mer Olympics. The flags commission were intro- displayed on the big and from the experience, as well as overnight accom- quest and Bill Hancock formed a ring around duced and volunteers screens and fireworks modations. Friends and family members can join for was able to hand me a the circle in the center were thanked for their lighting up the sky to a fee, as can other non-Bronco owners. ticket to the Closing Cer- of the stadium and then work throughout the bring the Closing Cere- emonies, which had me a highlight video played season and then after a monies to a close. strong drumming pre- Initial registration is only open to owners and or- excited for my final days of the many Tokyo 2020 Surprisingly, I was in Tokyo. highlights. The athletes sentation, a video featur- able to walk right to the der holders of a Bronco two-door and, Bronco four- The Tokyo 2020 or- then started entering ing dances from around bus and get on and head door. Order holders awaiting the arrival of their ganizers recommended from all four corner en- the country was played back to my hotel at a Bronco two- or four-door SUV can get behind the that we get to Olympic trances of the stadium, on the big screens. decent hour, my third wheel of a Bronco before taking delivery of their Stadium early to avoid filling up the infield. The Olympic Anthem Olympics coming to a vehicle and will also receive a $250 voucher to use the large crowds (though Since they weren’t all was performed and then satisfying close. toward gear from the Bronco Off-Roadeo, or to apply the lack of fans made it filing in one nation at a the Olympic flag was to the cost of bringing a guest with them or toward easier for us to get in and time like in the Opening lowered and handed Sports Editor Josh- optional adventure experiences. out of the venue). I got Ceremonies, this took a from the government ua Spaulding can be to the stadium around lot less time than it did of Tokyo to IOC Presi- reached at 279-4516, ext. To learn more about Gunstock Mountain Resort, 4:30 p.m. for the 8 p.m. a few weeks earlier. The dent Thomas Bach, who 155 or josh@salmon- visit: https://www.gunstock.com/ ceremony. I grabbed a flags then began leav- in turn handed it to the press.news. To learn more about Bronco Off-Roadeo, go tabled tribune seat (a ing the field and a light- mayor of Paris, host of to www.Broncooffroadeo.com. seat with a table, mon- ing display took place. the next Summer Olym- To learn more about Bronco and Bronco Sport, itor and power outlets) While the lights were pics. The French flag visit Ford.com/Bronco. and set up camp. It was cascading off the roof of pretty hot, but it ended the stadium and forming

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General Special Education Assistant (The Fair Housing Act of 1968 Title I Para-Educators/Interventionists 1:1 Special Education Assistant at 42 U,S,C, 3604(c)) Berlin Elementary School – Must be Highly Qualified This paper will not knowingly BELMONT MIDDLE SCHOOL accept any adverting which is in violation of the law. Our readers Substitute Teachers, Educational Assistants and 1:1 Behavioral Assistant are hereby informed, that all 1:1 Special Education Assistant dwellings advertised in this Food Service Workers newspaper are available on an BELMONT HIGH SCHOOL equal opportunity basis. General Special Education Assistant To complain of discrimination Year Long Building Substitutes call HUD toll free at 1:1 Special Education Assistant 1-800-669-9777 1:1 Behavioral Assistant For The Washington DC area, Interested applicants should send a letter of interest and resume to Berlin Public please call HUD at 275-9200. School Counseling Secretary The toll free telephone number Schools, 183 Hillside Ave., Berlin, NH 03570 or email [email protected]. An online for the hearing impaired is application is also available at www.sau3.org., under job opportunities. Office BELMONT MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL 1-800-927-9275. Manager and Title I positions are also available on School Spring. EOE Math Coach You may also call The New Hampshire DISTRICT WIDE Commission for Human Rights at 603-271-2767 Custodial positions or write Grounds positions The Commission at Substitute Teachers 163 Loudon Road, Concord, NH 03301 Substitute Nurses Neither the Publisher nor the advertiser will be liable for Please visit the district website, https://www.sau80.org/departments/ misinformation, typographically human_resources for a list of the available positons and a link to errors, etc. hereincontained. The Publisher reserves the right to apply for them through SchoolSpring.com. Custodial, Grounds refuse any advertising. 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PART-TIME Cook (temporary) **$1,000 SIGN ON BONUS Medical Records Technician Environmental Services Technician **SUBJECT TO TERMS AND CONDITIONS** PER DIEM For immediate consideration, please come to Five Wickers Drive Wolfeboro, NH to Cook complete an application or visit our website for more information at www.psimp.com. LNAs – RNs – Certified Surgical Tech – Medical Assistant Patient Access Representative – Environmental Services Technician You can also email your resume directly to [email protected], APPLY ONLINE please be specific as to what shift and position. WWW.UCVH.ORG Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital 181 Corliss Lane, Colebrook, NH 03576 PSIMP an Equal Opportunity Employer. Phone: (603) 388-4236 [email protected] ISO 9001:2015 Registered. EOE THURSDAY, AUGUST 19, 2021 THE GILFORD STEAMER A9 Help Wanted

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Belmont High School has the following Coaching Positions available for the 2021-2022 School Year. Past playing and/or coaching experience preferred. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume Cayman Belyea, Athletic Director, at cbelyea@ sau80.org, or mail to Belmont High School, 255 Seavey Road, Belmont, NH 03220 JV Girls Soccer Varsity Golf

PROSPECT MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL Alton, NH Lakes Region Environmental Contractors Prospect Mountain High School is seeking applications for the following positions: Petroleum Service Tech / Laborers wanted. Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and be able to pass DOT Paraprofessionals-Mainstream and One to One physical. Must have mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, have strong commitment to quality. Full time 2nd Shift Custodian ICC Certified, HAZMAT Certified and/or CDL License is a Plus Assistant Volleyball Coach but Not required. Willing to train. Substitute Teachers Year-round employment with paid Travel, Holidays, Vacation Please forward (as applicable) your letter of interest, resume, and Weekends Off copies of transcripts, proof of certification and three current Please call 603-267-7000 letters of reference electronically to [email protected]. More information can be found at www.pmhschool.com or by calling 603-875-9389. To place your classified line ad, please call our TOLL FREE number: 1-877-766-6891 A10 THE GILFORD STEAMER Local News THURSDAY, AUGUST 19, 2021

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