Gunstock Opens for the Winter Season

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013 GILFORD, N.H. - FREE Gunstock opens for the winter season

BY ERIN PLUMMER winter season on Friday. routine and are getting up [email protected] Bill Quigley, Director to speed. The lifts are running, of Marketing and Sales at With Gunstock’s activ- the snowguns are making Gunstock, said while most ities going on year round, powder, and skiers and visitors come during the the winter season is the boarders are back on the weekend, the mountain mountain’s largest staff- mountain as Gunstock typically opens on Friday ing time. Quigley said the Mountain Resort opens for to give the team a chance to staff will swell to 600 people a new season. get up and running. Quig- during the winter. Gunstock officially ley said the employees are Quigley said Gunstock opened its doors for the resettling into the winter spent around $1.1 million this summer getting the mountain ready for the new season. Area road right of way Snowmaking efforts are in full gear to get trails opened up as quickly as accepted by the town possible. As of Saturday, the Tiger slope had 36 BY ERIN PLUMMER the town widening the road hours of snowmaking and [email protected] (and possibly impacting snowmaking was being un- Area Road, an access- properties) or changing its dertaken on a number of way to Gunstock Mountain use. other trails. The goal was to Resort, will be taken over Officials with Gunstock get all trails running by the by the town following a and the town said there Tuesday after the opening. Erin Plummer The slopes are open for a new season at Gunstock Mountain Resort. decision by the board of se- are no plans to expand or “Our goal is to have the lectmen. change the footprint of the summit together by Satur- colder temperatures. weather at the beginning of tubing will depend on the Area Road is located off road. The right of way is day,” Quigley said. “That “We’ve opened more the day was a factor. weather, though the goal is Route 11A, and is a residen- 50 feet wide with 20 feet comes with the continuous that what we’ve opened in “The people who did ski to get it up and running by tial neighborhood, though of pavement. If the town addition of new technology many years an it looks like yesterday, the conditions the holidays. is also a back road leading owned the road, it would and some help from lovely we’ll get some pretty quick were phenomenal,” Quig- Big Air Bag will also be to Gunstock Mountain Re- have the right to widen the Mother Nature.” trails into the mix,” Quig- ley said, saying there were available for tubers. Before sort. The road was owned pavement. Town officials, The help from Mother ley said. opportunities to groom the feature was mainly for by Belknap County and however, said there were Nature could come in the Friday’s numbers were multiple times. people doing jumps and maintained by Gunstock. SEE ROAD PAGE A12 form of new snow and/or a little slim; the damp Quigley said the start of SEE GUNSTOCK PAGE A6 Gunstock General Man- ager Greg Goddard said the road is a 50-foot right of way deeded to Maurice GHS Holiday Craft Fair draws big turnout and Clarence Sawyer in the 1930’s. BY ERIN PLUMMER public. School groups and class co-advisor Meg Jen- Goddard said he was [email protected] classes from the middle kins. asked by the Gunstock Area A collection of crafters school and the high school Class members have also Commission five years ago from across the region sold food and held their worked to spread the word to look into the road’s own- gathered for the annual own fundraisers as well. about the fair. A member ership, including whether Holiday Craft Fair benefit- The fair has gone on for of the class made a flyer for it was actually a town road. ing the Gilford High School more than 30 years, and the fair that was distribut- An attorney determined Class of 2014. has always been the senior ed all over the Lakes Re- that the road was indeed a Around 130 crafters class’ biggest fundraiser. gion. private road. along with many other Senior class president “If my car can drive The Gunstock Area student and community Abby Lynes, Vice Pres- there, I’m pretty sure it Commission and eight organizations set up tables ident Marissa Kelleher, did,” Lynes said. property owners on Area at Gilford Middle and High Treasurer Catherine Buck- The seniors also made Road petitioned the town to Schools on Saturday for a ley, and Secretary Rachel signs that went up in the accept the road as a Class V, massive craft fair, the se- Blandford were all heavily hallways as well as the sign town maintained road. The nior class’ biggest fundrais- involved with organizing in front of Bank of New petition had eight signa- er. this year’s fair. Lynes said Hampshire on Country tures representing 13 lots. Crafters came to the fair the officers have been dis- Club Road. Every senior The measure did gain a from New Hampshire, Mas- cussing and organizing the was also required to work a unanimous vote of approv- sachusetts, Maine, and Ver- fair since September. three-hour shift at the fair. al by the Belknap County mont to sell their creations. The past few months, of- All proceeds from the Commissioners and will be Representatives from com- ficers have been contacting fair will go to the senior brought to the county dele- munity groups such as local businesses for dona- class and will benefit the gation for final approval. Got Lunch! Gilford and the tions for the raffle. Lynes Erin Plummer class’ activities during the Jan Sheehan braids a rug by her table at Gilford High School’s On Wednesday, the Thompson Ames Histori- said many crafters also year. The money will help Holiday Craft Fair. board of selectmen held cal Society also had their donated items to be raffled pay for caps and gowns a public hearing to deter- own fundraisers or shar- off. In the end around 20 dif- with proceeds benefiting “Our class officers for graduation as well as mine if the town should ing of information with the ferent items were raffled off the senior class. worked really hard,” said the class trip of a white- take over the layout of the water rafting adventure in road. The plan would in- Maine. The money will also clude constructing a cul-de- go towards activities and sac at the end of the road to Middle school theater putting together ‘Beauty’ t-shirts for Winter Carni- allow turnarounds for plow BY ERIN PLUMMER roles for the coming pro- ly interested in putting on the Beast,” a jump from the val and the end of the year trucks and emergency ve- [email protected] duction of the popular Dis- this play. Demko said the 65 who took part in “Little Yearbook Dinner. hicles. Gilford Middle School ney story. With the success play provided many dif- Mermaid.” Demko said it Class co-advisor Margie Public Works Director will bring the story of Belle of last year’s production of ferent challenges for the is his philosophy with mid- Cybart said the fair was an- Sheldon Morgan said the and the Beast to life next “The Little Mermaid, Jr.” students, plus many people dle school plays that any ticipated to raise $7,000 for planned cul-de-sac is a little January as work has begun the decision was made to are already familiar with student who wants a part the senior class. Lynes said narrow, though acceptable. for “Beauty and the Beast, do another Disney play this the show. will receive one. As a result the class does several oth- “I can’t argue that a full Jr.” year. More than 73 students there will be two casts for er fundraisers through the sized cul-de-sac would be Nearly 100 students will Director Matt Demko expressed interest in hav- the play with each doing year, though this one is by ideal,” Morgan said, add- take onstage or backstage said students were great- ing a part in “Beauty and two performances. far the biggest. ing, however, that, “we’ll “It’s a nice mix of brand “You’re not going to do make due with what we’ve new performers and a nice another fundraiser that’s got.” mix of veterans,” Demko as big as this one,” Lynes Overall, he said it is not said. “A nice mix of people said. a heavily traveled road and who have been in shows A number of other clubs the road conditions are not before had decided to come and classes from the mid- bad. He said “in a perfect back and it’s a good mix dle school through the high world” he would want an of people who have never school also had the oppor- overlay on the road. Mor- been in a show before.” tunity to do their own fund- gan said there were four ar- Auditions took place raisers at the craft fair. eas of the road that would the Monday and Tuesday Overall Cybart and Meg have to be repaired, namely before Demko directed the Jenkins said it was a good two potholes. high school production of day with good a good turn- A number of Area Road “A Funny Thing Happened out. The parking lot was residents attended the on the Way to the Forum.” so full that Lynes said she meeting, asked questions, The first cast meeting to came around 10 a.m., and and expressed concern distribute books took place had to park her car all the about what could be done Erin Plummer the Monday before Thanks- way up the hill. with the road. Concerns Students meet for their first rehearsals for Gilford Middle School’s upcoming production of “Beauty and giving break. Rehearsals “We’ve had a really good included the possibilities of the Beast, Jr.” SEE BEAUTY PAGE A6 SEE FAIR PAGE A12 A2 THE GILFORD STEAMER Almanac THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013 Notes from the Gilford Public Library BY MOLLY HARPER or music so be sure to take (Preschool), 10:30 - 11:30 – 7:30 p.m. Bring your ond (or third) language and Santa’s Workshop for Library Correspondent a stroll and check out the a.m. It’s that time of year. latest design and work in you would like to maintain Teens, 3 – 4 p.m. Remem- It’s beginning to look, sights. The scent of Christmas and a relaxed corner of the li- your skill, this weekly class ber ELF? He needs some and feel, a lot like Christ- Here at the Library, we gingerbread houses is in brary. is for you. help. We’ll have treats to mas here in Gilford Village. are very excited to partic- the air ready for you to add Best Book Sharing, eat and crafts to make. Holiday decorations are ipate in the Candlelight your special touch. Come 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Can’t Saturday, Dec. 14 up, snow is on the ground, Stroll once again this year join us for this special an- make it to the afternoon Candlelight Stroll, 5 – Wednesday, Dec. 11 and the December air has and will be open from 5 to nual event. Sign up in the session? Join us at 6:30 pm 7 p.m. Stop by the Library Line Dancing for Be- taken on its customary nip. 7 p.m. Stop by and make a Children’s Room. and share your favorite during the second annual ginners, 9 – 10 a.m. If you’re starting to get a holiday ornament or craft, Best Book Sharing, books of the year. candlelight stroll for crafts, Check – Out – An – Ex- touch of cabin fever and enjoy some holiday treats 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. This goodies, and music. pert!, 10 a.m. – noon. Do need a night out, or would and check out our beauti- month we will all share Friday, Dec. 13 you have basic questions like an evening filled with ful holiday decorations. Be our favorite books of 2013. Conversational Span- Monday, Dec. 16 about what to do with your holiday spirit and merri- sure to take a look at the Bring your list and tell ish for Preschoolers, 10 Sign-ups for Chil- computer or need help with ment, you’re in luck! This Christmas tree in our Meet- us why you loved it. This – 10:30 a.m. During this dren’s Programs Begin, 9 downloading audio books Saturday, is Gilford Vil- ing Room, decorated by Dee month’s sharing will be led six-session activity, your a.m. - 6 p.m. It’s the start or using our telescope? lage’s second annual Can- Chitty and Jim Dinan. by Betty Tidd. Bring your preschooler will be intro- of a new seven week ses- Come Check – Out – An - dlelight Stroll. After the The country theme for lunch and we’ll provide duced to the basics of the sion for all children’s pro- Expert! success of last year’s stroll this year’s Candlelight dessert! Spanish language through grams. Come sign up in the Social Bridge, 10:30 in celebration of Gilford’s Stroll honors the town’s his- Gingerbread Hous- a series of fun activities. Children’s Room! a.m. – 12:30 p.m. bicentennial, the Candle- tory of farming. The stroll es (K through Grade 5), Sign-up in the Children’s Mahjong, 12:30 – 3 Santa’s Workshop (K light Stroll committee was is dedicated to Pete Labon- 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Sign up Room. p.m. through Grade 4), 3:30 – formed to begin planning te and Ben Weeks, longtime in the Children’s Room is Social Bridge, 10:30 4:30 p.m. Ho, ho, ho! Let’s for a second year. After town employees who both required. a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17 spread some Christmas months of planning, the sadly passed away this Conversational Drop In Storytime, Holiday Storytime, cheer. There’ll be music, Candlelight Stroll is finally year. The Library will have French, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. hot chocolate and snacks here and promises fun for displays created by the La- Gingerbread Houses Knit Wits, 1:30 – 2:30 Drop-in Rug Hooking, to enjoy while we work on all ages. bonte and Weeks families (Teens), 5 – 6 p.m. Sign up p.m. 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. some special gifts for you to The festivities will kick for all to enjoy. Stop by and at the Circulation Desk is Conversational Ger- Stop by and learn the art of share. Sign up in the Chil- off at 5 p.m., and will run learn about these men who required. man Class, 2:30 – 3:30 Rug Hooking, or work on dren’s Room. until 7 p.m. The schedule is were dedicated to keeping Crafter’s Corner, 6 p.m. If German is your sec- your own project! full of great activities and the memory of the town’s demonstrations, including farming era alive. horse drawn wagon rides, For a full list of activ- Taylor Community hosting Christmas carolers, historic exhib- ities, stop by the Library its and a bonfire complete and pick up a program or with s’mores. The Thomp- check out the Library web- son-Ames Historical Soci- site at www.gilfordlibrary. Singalong with Archie Richards ety will have all three of org. We’ll see you on Satur- LACONIA — Classical student and assistant of Al- Taylor Community is a their historical buildings day! pianist Archie M. Richards, exander Siloti, a renowned 501(c)(3) not-for-profit Con- open for demonstrations Jr., will present a program Russian pianist. The el- tinuing Care Retirement and more. Many homes Classes & Special Events of Christmas music every- der Siloti was a student Community whose mission within the village will be one can sing along with, of Franz Liszt, one of the is to provide the highest decorated or offering Open Thursday, Dec. 12 Monday, Dec. 16 at 2 p.m. at world’s greatest pianists. quality retirement living Houses with treats, crafts, Gingerbread Houses Taylor Community. The performance is free options to support the inde- A former stockbroker, and open to the public, but pendence, health and digni- financial planner and now reservations are required. ty of community residents. journalist, Richards has Please call 524-5600, Mon- Visit www.taylorcommu- Gilford Public Library played piano all his life. day through Friday from nity.org and check us out In the 1970’s he benefitted 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., or email Facebook to keep up with

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BY EMILY WOODWARD about it. They’ll stop you presentations were held. require financial assis- the State Scholars Diploma coming freshman often Contributor in the halls. Whether it’s Students were given the op- tance. requires a minimum of 13.5 choose less rigorous histo- Three eighth graders North Carolina or the Jer- portunity to showcase their Kelsey Buckley, Varsity credits in honors classes or ry classes. were present at last week’s sey Shore, they’re excited projects and show that they Club President, requested a minimum gpa of 3.5. “We need to try to get school board meeting to about it,” said Allen. are minimizing environ- a water bubbler be placed The earned states schol- away from how students showcase their project The project overview mental impact. in the gym lobby. The wa- arly requirements are an will fall with their GPA,” based learning assignment. included a checklist, floor Peter Sawyer, Gilford ter bubbler will provide an extra year of math and sci- said Sawyer. This project has stu- plan, agriculture, site High School Principal, an- eco-friendly way for stu- ence. No motion was made dents comply with local or- plans, and calculations of nounced the Quebec Senior dents to fill up water bot- The top 20 percent of to make a change, and the dinances, create site plans land cleared. Trip has been canceled tles quickly and efficiently colleges still reported that topic may go to policy com- and determine permeable The students built their due to not enough partic- and stay hydrated. The cost they weigh student grades, mittee. and impermeable soil cov- model homes from card- ipation. However, a pro- will be $1,600, including in- but ensured that the top ten Next up at the school erage. Each group is giv- board, realistically calcu- posal has been adopted for stallation. This money will students are not affected. board meeting was the en a different location for lated and to scale. a senior trip to Caratunk, be raised through winter In honors classes, an A+ Student Council, which their model house. The project proposals Maine. Activities will in- carnival and school dances. equals a 5.33 gpa, and an A+ announced their plans Nancy Allen, eighth include challenges, envi- clude white water rafting, The request was approved. in regular classes equals a to make ornaments and grade Science teacher and ronmental impact and set- cook outs, cabin fun, senior Peter Sawyer gave an up- 4.33 gpa. Across the nation deliver them to homes of mentor overseeing the proj- backs. Each group creat- bonding, shopping and ka- date on graduating seniors there are a variety of meth- veterans, Christmas cards ect, stated the students are ed a scientific name and a raoke. The cost will be $100 and the methods used for ods to grade based on com- for soldiers and plans for a eager to participate. common name. per student, with a goal to grading their performance. petency and classes taken. food drive. “They want to talk Last Friday, student raise $800 for students who The requirement to earn Sawyer stated that in- Mark Williams, board member, advised student council to keep it local, as Santa Land program scheduled for Dec. 13 and 14 troops are still being inun- dated and overwhelmed The Gilford Parks and picture taken with Santa Cost of the trip is $90 per are limited; a registration Country Ski Program with the amount of ship- Recreation Department Claus. person, and includes round form must be completed ac- The Gilford Parks and ments sent to them. and Gilford Youth Cen- For more information, trip motor coach from Gil- companied by payment and Recreation Department Student Council has ter will be sponsoring the please contact the Parks ford or Belmont and tickets tickets are non-refundable. will be offering four weeks plans to send packages to Fifth Annual Santa Land and Recreation Depart- to the game. Our deluxe mo- For registration forms of Cross Country Ski Les- local military families as Program on Friday, Dec. 13 ment at 527-4722. tor coach will depart from or for more information, sons at Bolduc Park this well. from 5-7:30 p.m. and Satur- Boston Celtics tickets Gilford High School at 5 please contact: winter. Lessons begin on Danielle Bolduc, Gilford day, Dec. 14 from 10 a.m.- available for bus trip on p.m. and the Belmont Park Gilford Parks and Recre- Saturday, Jan. 4, 2014 and Elementary School Prin- noon in the Gilford Youth March 1, 2014 & Rideshare (Route 106) at ation at 527-4722 as well as will continue through Jan. cipal, gave an update and Center. This fun filled pro- The Gilford and Belmont 5:15 p.m. You will have time on their Web site at www. 25, 2014 (in the event a day announced report cards go gram offers area youth the Parks and Recreation De- to visit the pro-shop and gilfordrec.com. is cancelled because of poor out Dec. 19. opportunity to participate partments are co-sponsor- dinner on your own prior Belmont Parks & Recre- weather, it will be made up The food drive was suc- in some holiday themed ing a Bus Trip to Boston to to the game. Our seats are ation at www.belmontnh. the week(s) following Jan. cessful and raised $300. games and activities lead- see the Celtics take on the in section #303 rows 11-13 org. 25). Lessons begin at 10 Marcia Ross, Gilford ing up to having their Indiana Pacers, March 1. for the 8 p.m. game. Seats Bolduc Park Cross a.m., and rental skis may Middle School Principal be picked up at 9 a.m. at is implementing activities Daniel Webster Council’s 22nd Annual Good Scout Award Luncheon raises $46,000! Piche’s Ski Shop! that are reaching a variety LACONIA — The 22nd Mountain Resort, and Cor- W. Va. To find out more about Registration forms are of different learners with Annual Greater Lakes Re- porate Honoree Gunstock The $46,000 raised from the Daniel Webster Coun- available at the Gilford project-based learning. gion Good Scout Award Mountain Resort. the luncheon will bene- cil, visit www.nhscouting. Parks and Recreation De- “Professional develop- Luncheon was held on Dec. Guest speaker and Star fit and enrich scouting org. partment, Bolduc Park and ment support of the board 4, 2013. This year’s lun- Scout from Troop 75 in throughout the Lakes Re- With 21 banking offices Piche’s Ski Shop. Please makes the difference with cheon was chaired by Mark Bow, Joe Lulka, reflected gion. Scouting remains throughout New Hamp- mail, fax or drop off your the learners,” said Ross. Primeau, President & CEO on what he has learned as strong in New Hampshire shire and assets exceeding registrations directly to The seventh and eighth of Bank of New Hampshire, a patrol leader in his troop, and throughout the entire $1 billion, Bank of New Piche’s Ski Shop. grade are participating in and raised a total of $46,000 the National Youth Leader nation. Scouts are still Hampshire is the oldest Cost: $70 per person in- Lego robotics in the unified for the Daniel Webster Training course he attend- guided by the ideals of the and largest independent cludes rental equipment! arts, music, art and com- Council. ed, and his experience this Scout Oath and Law, hav- bank in the state. For more $40 per person if you have puter tech classes. The Good Scout recipi- summer at the National ing come to the aid of their information, call 1-800-832- your own equipment! The next School Board ents at this year’s luncheon Jamboree at the Summit neighbors and communi- 0912 or visit www.BankNH. If you have any ques- meeting will be Jan. 6, 2014 were Greg Goddard, Gen- Bechtel Family National ties in ways both large and com. tions, please contact Bob or at 6 p.m. at Gilford Elemen- eral Manager for Gunstock Scout Reserve in Mt. Hope, small. Pat Bolduc at 524-2068. tary School. SARAH’S TUTORING SAT and ACT Tests High School Subjects Many Languages Reasonable Rates Concord/Lakes Region 603-528-2964

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He is beefy the Thrift Shop charm and natural good but energetic, of mixed looks. but stylish heritage – he’s He was rescued as a pup- a solid 50 pounds, sport- News from the Gilmanton py from the State of Geor- ing a soft, luxuriant white gia, and by all accounts, and brown specked coat. Community Church enjoyed a great life with A family with older teens his family for his first three and those absolutely com- years. Sadly, the family mitted to walking every Thrift Shop and Food Pantry was fractured by divorce, day, will find him a joy. He Please don’t forget The closed. Monetary dona- and Max got lost in the does have a predilection for GCC Thrift Shop while you tions may be mailed to GCC shuffle. chasing wild turkeys and are out Christmas shop- Food Pantry and Thrift He has been staying at other woodland creatures! ping. We have a wide va- Shop, PO Box 6, Gilmanton New Hampshire Humane Call 524-3252 or check riety of gently used cloth- Iron Works, NH 03837. Society since October. Shel- www.nhhumane.org. ing for all members of the The Adopt-a-Child proj- family and every item with ect is still ongoing. There a red or green barb is 50 are children whom you can FROM OUR READERS percent off. Surely you can sponsor or toys to buy. If l find something for your you are interested in help- upcoming holiday party or ing with this worthwhile that special someone. project, please contact Beth After six hard years, NIN needs help more than ever Donations of food items Lavin at 267-1934 or Jane and or money for our holi- Sisti, Director, at 364-7437. To the Editor: before were now faced with densome. quest to “dig a little deeper” day food baskets are greatly The GCC Food Pantry In December 2007, I sat much financial distress. The year-end holidays if your financial situation appreciated. Presently, we and Thrift Shop is located in front of my computer The number of local or- have themselves created permits. Also, please think are collecting special items on Route 140 in Gilmanton to compose my first Holi- ganizations rendering as- additional needs to be ad- about recommending us to including coffee, juice, ce- Iron Works and parking is day letter for Neighbors in sistance to the community, dressed. More and more your friends and family. real, jelly, peanut butter, available at the Gilmanton Need. I had replaced Bob especially churches, has families depend on the If you haven’t supported pineapple, and cake and Community Church park- Decamp that year as pres- also increased as more and Thanksgiving and Christ- us in the past, won’t you frosting mix for Christmas. ing lot. We welcome new ident. Of course, no one more people seek help from mas food, toys, and cloth- consider a gift no matter Please check to be sure the volunteers. If you have a could actually “replace” the institutions that are ing programs. Neighbors how small. If fact, we would dates on food items have few hours to spare, please Bob, NIN’s “founder,” as he closest to them. This has in Need has kept pace by really appreciate your not expired. Donations consider volunteering. had spent 20 years of his life helped the Lakes Region providing financial help to taking up Bob Decamp’s can be dropped off at one of Hours: Wednesdays, 3 working to help families in immeasurably, as the need keep these programs via- original appeal so many our collection sites located – 7 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 need in the Lakes Region has grown so much. Neigh- ble. years ago, to consider a at the Gilmanton School, a.m. – 2 p.m. community. In looking bors in Need benefited from Finally, one of the most monthly or quarterly dona- Gilmanton Year Round Li- Thank you to everyone, back six years later, I real- this increase in assistance distressing changes over tion, as the need continues brary, the Academy Build- including the American ize that few knew what was providers, since we only the last six years has been throughout the year. You ing or at the Food Pantry Legion Auxiliary, for your to be forthcoming in terms work through and depend the fall-off in contributions want more information and Thrift Shop during recent donations and par- of the worst economic di- on other non-profits in pro- from our supporters. 2013 about Neighbors in Need, regular hours. Your help ticipation in our missions saster since the 1930’s for viding help. donations are half as much just give me a call (494-0482) and generosity is greatly to assist families and chil- our country and our local The type of assistance as 2007. This is not because or send a letter (14 Country appreciated. Please do not dren needing a little extra community. has also changed. Six the Lakes Region is less Club Dr, Gilford) or send an leave donations outside of help, especially at this time I reflected on how these years ago, Neighbors in generous. However, as our email (nanapop4@myfair- the door when the shop is of year. “hard times” had changed Need was hardly involved long-time contributors “go point.net). what we’ve done over the with child care or trans- to their heavenly rewards,” Merry Christmas, Hap- FROM OUR READERS ensuing years. In looking portation costs. Now, with there have been fewer new py New Year, and Happy l at the” numbers,” the first most adults in a household supporters as their incomes Holidays to all in the Lakes thing to meet the eye is forced to work just to make are themselves impacted by Region. Gilford Historical Society the dramatic increase in ends meet, quality child a slow economy. Bill Johnson the amount of assistance care is now essential. Ad- So, this year, I’m appeal- President thanks Gilford Senior needed and rendered. Giv- ditionally, as purchase of ing for more help from as Neighbors in Need en the economic climate, new autos becomes too ex- many of you as possible. Gilford this would seem obvious. pensive, folks retain their If you’ve been a supporter Momentum members Families and individuals older automobiles, and car for these many years - our To the Editor: (lots of it as popcorn easily who had never needed help repairs become more bur- heartfelt thanks and a re- As a member of the Gil- breaks as one tries to string ford Historical Society, I it). . thank the Gilford Parks Stop by at the 1838 Rowe I have the experience to serve District One well and Recreation Senior Mo- House (at the beginning or To the Editor: shire Constitution, the New family. Intermodal Transportation mentum group for their end of the Stroll, depending As many have heard, our Hampshire Statues, the ad- My five point plan is as (GACIT) committee and I willingness to help the at which end of the street long time public servant, visory opinions of the New follows: will fight for infrastructure Society participate in the you start at) and see the Executive Councilor Ray- Hampshire Supreme Court 1.) Provide the best con- and transportation dollars Gilford Country Candle- Country themed tree, with mond Burton, passed away and the Attorney General. stituent service in the tra- for District One. light Stoll on Dec. 14. Kris- its garlands, red bows, and recently, who provided us The five Executive Coun- ditional of Ray Burton While in the Legisla- tin Jarvi, the coordinator country animals for your- with a tremendous lega- cilors are elected every two 2.) Make sure citizens ture, I served on the Senate for the Senior Momentum self. Opechee Garden Club cy of public service to the years, concurrently with from the District One get Transportation, Health and group, has always shown members Carmel Lancia State Of New Hampshire. the Governor, to represent appointed to New Hamp- Human Services, Execu- real community spirit and and Helen Murphy will be I had the pleasure of know- one fifth of the population. shire boards and commis- tive, Departments and Ad- willingness to coordinate decorating the Rowe House ing Ray, and worked with They oversee state con- sions ministration and Veterans their activities to help out with fresh greens. him on many projects and tracts, approve the spend- 3.) Promote our infra- Committees. In the House, with special community It is a joy to see so many with constituents through- ing of the major portion of structure and transporta- I served on the Commerce activities. people cooperating to make out Carroll County over the the billions of dollars that tion system to support our and Labor Committees. On Dec. 2, Kristin and the second annual Gilford years. is appropriated annually economic development I am the candidate with her assistant Sue King met Candlelight Stroll a suc- Once the Governor an- by the legislature. Addi- 4.) Support our hospi- the necessary state experi- at the Community Youth cess. For a complete listing nounced the special elec- tionally, council also acts tality, tourist industry and ence, public service record Center with Beth Dudley, of all the activities taking tion dates of Jan. 21 (Prima- on a wide variety of official outdoor recreation and and proven track record of Bev Fortson, Carol Graves, place on Dec. 14 from 5-7 ry Election) and March 11 actions, such as the nomi- wood industry helping people. I ask for Jeane Nault, Carleen Cor- p.m., go to the Gilford Li- (General Election) dates in nation and confirmation of 5.) Work with the NH your support and I look nelison, Diana Dufault, brary Web site or pick up order to fill Councilor Bur- some 350 commissioners federal delegation to en- forward to speaking with Doris Millo and myself to a schedule and map at the ton’s seat, I decided to enter and directors who adminis- hance federal programs you on any topic. My email string popcorn and cran- library. the race and to offer my life ter the 65 departments and for local, county, state and is KenneyforNH@gmail. berries to make garlands. Kathy Lacroix of public service to the pro- agencies in state govern- federal public employees to com and my phone is 374- The Society provided the Gilford Historical Society cess. ment. carry out their daily tasks 3333. Web site is Kenney- cranberries and popcorn, The Executive Council, I have been a Selectman, As someone who has forNH.com. more commonly known as House of Representatives been the Senate Transpor- Thank you. the Governor’s Council, member, State Senator and tation Chairman, I under- Sincerely, has the authority and re- Gubernatorial nominee for stand the ten year highway Joseph D. Kenney sponsibility, along with the my party. As a Marine offi- transportation process and Candidate for Executive Governor, to administer cer, I have served my coun- understand the Councilors Council District 1 the affairs of the State as try in three conflicts, and I place on the Governor’s defined in the New Hamp- come from a small business Advisory Commission on Established May 6, 2004 Published every Thursday at 5 Water Street, Meredith, New Hampshire 03253 Telephone: (603) 279-4516 Toll Free: (877) 766-6889 Fax: (603) 279-3331 Send us your letters! Frank Chilinski, President & Publisher Brendan Berube, Editor Erin Plummer, Reporter We seek your input! Tax rate got you down? Glendale too congested for your liking? Do you Josh Spaulding, Sports Editor Jeff Lajoie, Sports Reporter approve of a recent selectmen decision? Hate the paper? Love the paper? Let us know! 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do. on hills by crews working There is a certain final- through the night, which ity about the last nail driv- is why, when friends from en on the siding, and about away call after a storm to hauling the last loads of ask if we’ve been able to seasoned wood from piles get out, the reply is “You in woodlots and pastures, kidding?” This is not ex- and covering up the piles clusively a North Coun- of smaller three-foot stuff, try scenario, but instead from apple tree thinning is one played out all over and trimming, the first to rural and small-town New go into the big outdoor fur- Hampshire, south to north. nace, idling its way into It is, for us and for the roads the soon-to-be for-real job crews, a point of pride part- of handling heat and hot ly made possible by a great water for the whole house amount of space and, com- when, as the saying goes, pared with cities, vastly By John Harrigan the going gets tough and fewer vehicles and people. Columnist the tough get going. The (Here I’m compelled for John Harrigan furnace handles fall heat- some reason to think back This snow is probably here to stay until spring, presenting a chilly but warm scene adorning the outdoor The house is banked, ing with a certain disdain to Mad Magazine, the sav- furnace, where the smaller early-burning apple tree thinnings are protected by tarps. from windowsills down to and aplomb, like a boxer ior of my pre-teen humor foundation and over a foot stepping into the ring and and sanity, and Alfred E. the main barn’s big over- From the main barn rumbling by in the night, or so of lawn, the skirt held doffing his fancy frock be- Newman saying “What, head doors, the outdoor fur- through inside woodshed once, twice if it’s a good down against the wind by fore getting down to busi- me worry?” Think of Don nace and the adjacent wood and shop, every trip into hard snowfall, and again pieces of firewood we’ve ness. Martin and his outlandish shed, where my neighbor, the house means an armful first thing in the morn- always called “junks,” too The tractor, flouting its cartoon characters with who plows the main barn- of wood and kindling going ing, clearing the roads for stubborn to split and too new footwear of chains, is the hinged, flapping feet yard and out to the road, in too, standard practice the school buses, which big for the stove. Half a parked in the main barn, and the tops of their heads can catch the snow I’ve from a lifetime of heating roll at 6:45 a.m., earlier for century ago, when rolls of bucket-loader at the ready blowing off. I’ve actually moved with his plow, and if with wood, these armfuls more far-flung roads, and plastic siding were neither should the need arise, the known people like that.) he’s too backed up to be on bound for the living room you can set your watch by cheap nor plentiful, people most challenging job be- Anyway, it’s true. time and we have to get to fireplace, which we really that and by the roads be- banked their houses with ing, as always, getting from There’s not much to wor- town, I clear the rest of the don’t need to use on ac- ing clear or there’ll be hell boughs of spruce and fir, barn through the barnyard ry about with storms and way to the road with the count of this deadly seri- at town meeting, yessiree and shoveled the first seri- to the road, which typically snow. I use push-brooms bucket-loader, and we’re ous and efficient furnace Bob. ous snow on top. Some still is well-cleared and sanded and shovels to clear around off. outside, but which we fire up nonetheless because, (This column runs in 13 well, there’s just some- weekly papers covering the Pitman’s Freight Room presents a holiday classic this weekend thing about a good wood northern two-thirds of New fire when you’re wet, numb Hampshire and parts of LACONIA — Pitman’s include other jazzy holiday Piedmont blues to funky requested acts on XM Satel- and cold. Maine and Vermont. John Freight Room is pleased favorites! Doors open at New Orleans grooves, her lite Radio. He is now one of While the snow comes Harrigan’s address: Box to announce the following 7:30 p.m., and we are a BYO deep husky vocals express the top stand up comedians down and the wind roars 39, Colebrook, NH 03576, or events this weekend: Venue! an unmistakable joy. in Boston and the New En- we hear the town plow [email protected]) gland Area, and is known Thursday, Dec. 12 Friday, Dec. 13 Saturday, Dec. 14 nationally for his rapid-fire at 8 p.m., Admission at 8 p.m., Admission $12: at 8 p.m., Admission $15: comedy style. Bob Seibel, $12: The Heather Pier- Lisa Marie and the All Live Comedy another Boston based com- son Charlie Brown Shook Up Blues Band featuring Paul Nardizzi ic that has worked up and Christmas Special! with a special opening and Bob Seible! down the east coast at ma- This beloved holiday performance Paul Nardizzi who be- jor clubs from Caribou, Carrying A Great Selection of classic resonates with both by the Kid Jazz Band gan his comedy career in Maine to Miami, Fla. He Melissa & Doug Toys children and adults of every beginning at 7 p.m.! 1990, quickly becoming a has worked with such well Hours: Tues-Sun 9AM - 5PM • Open late on Thursdays til 8 PM generation. The musical Not only a blues shouter Boston area favorite and a known figures as Lewis Holiday Gifts, Ideas and Stocking Stuffers score for “A Charlie Brown in the tradition of Big Joe national headliner within Black, Victoria Jackson of Christmas,” composed Turner and Wynonie Har- four years. 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GUNSTOCK (Continued from Page A1) BEAUTY (Continued from Page A1) tricks on skis and snow- starting up in the bowl area skiers and boarders can is the fact that there are officially started this past couple kids who have fairly boards. Now a ramp has by the main lodge. have a snack by stopping at only a few more weeks un- Monday, right after stu- big roles who have never been constructed allowing Gunstock’s opening the house and buying off a til Christmas. The Christ- dents returned to school been in a show,” Demko tubers to launch into the week is Learn to Ski Free menu full of different hand- mas week tends to bring in from the holiday. said. massive air bag. Week. People who enroll in held waffle choices. The many more people to the Demko said the students He said the students The Learning Center is the Mountain Magic Pro- Waffle Shop is in the pro- mountain. have been working hard at with little to no experience operational and currently gram will receive their first cess of being finished and Another major upcom- their parts even going into in a show have not been offering freestyle clinics. day of the three-day ski or should be open soon. ing event is Gunstock’s rehearsals. He said the kids holding back anything in A new movement based boarding lesson free and The first park event for New Year’s Eve celebra- have gone into rehearsals rehearsals. learning center was built will pay only for the sec- the season will be the Fri- tion. knowing exactly what pag- The fact the students this year. Races will soon ond and third days of the day Night Rail Jam this “We’ll start to really es from the book they will have grown up with the begin for the Gunstock program at $100. The pro- Friday evening. The snow- focus more on getting the be working on and they movie was a major help. Ski Club. Despite the fact motion will continue until boarding competition will word out for New Year’s,” also brought the CD’s home Demko said the play does there has not been great ski Sunday, Dec. 15. also feature promotions by Quigley said. “That event is with them and have been contain a few songs that weather for cross-country Another new feature Red Bull and a DJ booth. also a great event for people studying the music. were in the 1994 Broadway skiing, the Gunstock Nor- is the Waffle Shop by The Quigley said one reality to come out and play.” “Everyone seems real- production and not in the dic Association has been Stockade lodge. Passing becoming more apparent ly involved, especially the movie. The students were, for the most part, unfa- miliar with the songs and have listened to them a few COME TO PARSONS times. One of the challenges for this production is a shortened rehearsal schedule. Rehearsals for “The Little Mermaid” ran around eight and a half weeks, while rehearsals for “Beast” will be around five weeks. This Your Entire Purchase has also meant some later rehearsals. Demko said Could be FREE rehearsals usually end around 4 p.m. for middle school productions, though MAKE A PURCHASE the rehearsals for “Beast” will go to around 5 p.m. or 5:15 p.m., similar to the AT PARSONS HOLIDAY schedule for high school plays. Demko said he has not SALE PRICES heard any complaints about the shortened schedule. He said everyone has been Then pull an envelope from showing up to rehearsals and working well with the extended time schedule. Parsons Christmas Tree He said the shortened schedule also means great- For an additional savings of er focus for the students. While the students might FREE have previously had three PURCHASE extra weeks to learn their parts, they are learning 5% to 50% their parts much sooner under this schedule. The goal is for the students to Or Pull The have their parts and dances learned by Christmas Free Purchase Envelope and break. Over the break students are expected to continue working on their Your Entire Purchase is parts. The students have been diligent about their work. Demko said some students FREE! have been coming into rehearsals with lines already memorized. Around 25 students have also signed up to help out behind the scenes as members of the tech crew. This puts the number of students participating in the project at around 100. The players will also be doing dances choreo- graphed by a fellow student, as eighth grader Lau- ren Camella will be doing choreography for the show. The production will also receive assistance from art teacher Aaron Witham and 5% auditorium technical director Scott Piddington. DISCOUNT The Gilford Middle School production of Special orders are included. “Beauty and the Beast, Jr.” will take the stage on Jan. 23 and 24 at 7 p.m. and Jan. 25 at 2 p.m.

Tempur-Pedic, I-Comfort, Bargain Barn Items & Floor Samples Excluded Pictures for Illustrative purposes only. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013 Our Local Schools THE GILFORD STEAMER A7 LRCC S.P.E.E.K.S. Club Gilford High School honor roll Gilford High School has ny. Kelsey McCarter, David Mc- released its honor roll for Honors: Cassidy Bart- Cutcheon, David Morrison, the first trimester of the lett, Nathan Boutwell, Mi- Joshua Paradis, Samuel hosts first fall conference 2013-2014 academic year. chael Bugnacki, Miranda Potter, Josie Taylor, Ethan Bushnell, William Crowell, Theberge, Owen Trindade, LACONIA — Lakes Re- largest car sharing compa- Grade 9 Emily Curtis, Kayla Dillon, Nicholas VanBennekum, gion Community College ny in the world. Chase was High Honors: Shannon Dakota Duval, Kaitlin Eg- Kierstin Welch, Kaylee Wil- (LRCC) Scholarly People selected by Time Magazine Anderson, Alden Blais, bert, Lillian Fay, Jeremiah liams, and Matthew Young. Educating and Encourag- as one of the world’s 100 Connor Craigie, Alexa Dem- Freeman, Coby Goodwin, ing Knowledge for Soci- most influential people. biec, Leah Gardner, Made- Madison Harris, Richard Grade 12 ety (S.P.E.E.K.S.) Club is “When I asked Robin lyn Griffeth, Jack Harding, Hughes, Sierra Juneau, High Honors: Nayanne holding its first-ever Con- Chase to speak in Laconia Kaylee Lemire, Daisy Me- Cristian Karagianis, Pat- Abrantes-Texeira, Rachel ference on Friday, Dec. on Dec. 13, she said that she deiros, Jackson Schor, Han- rick McKenna, Misty Me- Blandford, Catherine Buck- 13. The S.P.E.E.K.S. Con- would attempt to fit us in nah Sullivan, Kassandra deiros, Carter Mercer, Shan- ley, Kelsey Buckley, Kelsey- ference is 6 to 9 p.m., and between speaking engage- Weston, Mark Young and non Mercer, Dana Ruchti, Burbee, Sarah Cook, Randal will take place in LRCC’s ments in Bangkok, Thai- Kayla Zarella. Owen Sanborn, Brandon Coulstring, Lindsey Essaff, Academic Commons locat- land and Mumbai, India,” Honors: Alexander Sasserson, Maxwell Saw- Brid Fillion, Jake Howard, ed in the new multi-million says LRCC S.P.E.E.K.S. Amann, Marina Baer, Jo- yer, Natasha Scerra, Brian- Catrina Janos, Danielle dollar Health and Science Advisor and faculty mem- seph Bonnell, James Buck- na Spoor, Courtney Stevens, Janos, Marissa Kelleher, Building on Prescott Hill in Courtesy ber, Dave Pollak (Laconia). ley, Ethan Carrier, Justine and David Walker. Emily Lamot, Amanda Laconia. Keynote Speaker Robin Chas “LRCC faculty, staff, and Carter, Danielle Clairmont, Lavin, Sarah Magee, Mikae- The Keynote Speaker is students are honored to Kyle Davies, Logan Essaff, Grade 11 la Mattice, Spencer Schor, Zipcar Founder and former Robin Chase (Cambridge, have her speak and every- Daniel Getchell-Lacey, High Honors: Jake Ad- Mitchel Segalini, Andrew Chief Executive Officer, MA), the former head of the one looks forward to an in- Caledonia Hackley, Jenni- ams, Hunter Anderson, Stokes, Sally Tinkham, spiring evening.” fer Hancock, Clara Jude, Stratton Coleman, Danielle Emily Wernig, and Hannah Other speakers for the Jackson Laflamme, Haley Cote, Sophia Czerwinski, Wrobel. LRCC S.P.E.E.K.S. Confer- MacLeod, Kaitlyn Marcella, Emily Hanf, Michael Ma- Honors: Shane Bryan, ence are Vietnam Veter- Alexa McNamara, Johan- dore, Danielle Maupin, Lau- Jessica Burbank, Rachel an, Jack Bernard (Alton); na Morris, Abigail Nielsen, ren Mercuri, Aiyana Poulin, Chase, Meagan Curran, LRCC Professors Scott Stevie Orton, Alliyah Os- and Abigail Reera. Michelle Daviault, Meghan Cracraft (Gilford) and Wes wald, Kaylee Robbs, Kaylee Honors: Kathryn An- Desautelle, Kirsten Dionne, Golomb (Deerfield); Psy- Smith, Kiara Smith, Rachel drews, Noelle Benavides, Daniel Dormody, Dustin chologist, Dr. Rob McCoul Williams, and Grant Work- Bradley Bergman, Marek Drew, Richard Edson, Cait- (Gilford); Medical Doctor, man. Blais, Andrew Caulfield, lin Farley, Steven Fay, Ken- Rick Pollak (Concord); and Karissa Cegelski, Lindsey dra Fox, Killian Gallagher, Acoustic Musician, Sha- Grade 10 Corsack, Kendra Danby, Andres Garreaud, Danica na Aisenberg (Wolfeboro). High Honors: Christian Elizabeth Davies, Lauren Gelotte, Kimberly Goodwin, The Conference is open Ayer, Autumn Bos, Rebec- Emond, Bryan Fisk, Kyle Kelsey Jarvis, Abigail to the public and free of ca Cook, Cortlynn Danby, Gaudet, Katherine Ging- Lines, Anna Malek, Kate- charge. Seating is limited Jordan Dean, Olivia Edson, rich, Peter Godbout, Ryan lyn McCutcheon, Karydan

Courtesy and reservations are rec- Sarah Lachapelle, Mitchell Hall, Alexandra Harris, Col- McNutt, Alec Medine, Josh- LRCC’s Chamber After Hours ommended though not nec- Mattice, Mariah Nelson, lin Hildreth, Caitlin Hous- ua Messier, Ashlyn Miller, essary. Reservations may Sienna Remick, Samih ton, Catherine Jansury, Cameron Patridge, Bruce event a success! be made by calling 722-0622. Shafique, Karina Tomlin- Desmond Kirwan, Madison Thibeault, Warren Thomp- S.P.E.E.K.S. is a student son, and Laura Zakorchem- Laflamme, Cody MacLeod, son, and Brittany Vallar. Franklin Fire Department Captain, Gary Hicks (Franklin- left), organization at LRCC. chats with Plum Crazy Café Co-Owner, Skip Moyer (New S.P.E.E.K.S.’ mission is to Hampton- right), during LRCC’s Chamber After Hours event Tuesday evening at the new multi-million dollar Health and incite conversations by Law Office of Science Building on Prescott Hill in Laconia. Moyer’s business providing diverse speak- was awarded the contract to provide food services on Prescott ers an opportunity to be Hill for the coming academic year. Plum Crazy Café catered heard in the community. Kurt D. DeVylder, PLLC the Chamber After Hours event providing outstanding cuisine S.P.E.E.K.S. is a club ded- 33 South Main St., 2nd Floor • P.O. Box 475 • Wolfeboro, NH 03894 for the attendees. Hicks is a 1995 LRCC Fire Science honors icated to inspiring com- P:(603) 569-5005 F:(603) 569-5007 E: [email protected] graduate who also earned a certificate in Electrical Systems munication and creating www.devylderlaw.com Installation and Maintenance. Moyer at one time was employed a base of knowledge in the in the Franklin Fire Department before retiring and embarking Lakes Region community. • Experienced • Effective • FREE 1/2 Hour Consultation upon entrepreneurial endeavors. “Plum Crazy Café was elated to “S.P.E.E.K.S.’ members be asked to cater the Chamber After Hours event,” says Moyer aim to inspire a commu- about his first LRCC catering job. “The event was a success and the turnout was very good. My partners and I look forward to nity of open communica- GENERAL LITIGATION, Including: continuing to develop our relationship with LRCC.” Earlier this tion and acceptance,” con- Family Law • Personal Injury Law • Criminal Law • Real Estate Law month, Plum Crazy Café opened for business in LRCC’s cafeteria cludes LRCC S.P.E.E.K.S.’ and has been extremely well received. President, Brandon Curri- Debt Collection • Wills & Trusts • Probate Law er (Gilford).

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Athletic Field; Lakes Re- the first year of the event Courtesy gion Youth Leadership Pro- and we’re already making Lakes Region Rotary members recently awarded several local organizations monetary donations at a special breakfast held at the Water gram; Lakes Region Com- plans for next summer’s Street Café. Club members raised more than $10,000 at the first annual Lakes Region Rotary Car Show held this past July and were happy munity Land Trust; and car show,” states Wilkin- to distribute checks to deserving organizations. From left to right: Jeff Graham of Graham & Graham, a Gold Sponsor of the Car Show; LRGHealthcare. son. Tom Clairmont, LRGHealthcare President & CEO; Joanne Cormier of the Lakes Region Scholarship Foundation; Carole Davis of the Laconia Lakes Region Rotary AutoServ stepped up as Education Endowment Foundation; Kathy Kearns of the Circle Program; Scott Wilkinson, President of the Lakes Region Rotary; Matt Lahey, members were proud to the $2,500 Presenting Spon- LHS Athletic Field Fund; Bob Ewell, Lakes Region Youth Leadership Program; Kamal Gosine of AutoServ, Presenting Sponsor of the Car Show; welcome 150 vehicles and sor of the event, and Bank and Lou Guevin of Bank of New Hampshire, a Gold Sponsor of this past summer’s event. more than 700 participants of New Hampshire and to their first car show. Cars Graham & Graham CPAs Additional supporters in- EFI, The Weirs Times, are particularly grateful to and the team at the Weirs from all decades ranging in Laconia each signed-on cluded Binnie Media, CG Vermont Soapstone, and the many car owners, spec- Beach Lobster Pound. back to the 1910’s took part as $1000 Gold Sponsors. Roxane, Comcast Spotlight, WEMJ 1490AM. Members tators, vendors, volunteers, Save the date! The Sec- ond Annual Lakes Region Rotary Car Show will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2014 at the Lobster Pound. Bio-retention gardens help reduce water pollution For more information LACONIA — Recogniz- system could help improve Road will have the capa- drocarbons, sediment, and sprouting on the diverse about the Lakes Region Ro- ing that the city of Laconia stormwater management bility of treating and in- bacteria and 70 to 80 per- species of plantings, the tary Car Show, or to learn has taken strong efforts and water quality protec- filtrating the majority of cent of nutrients like nitro- roots of the now-dormant about becoming a mem- over the last five years tion. The most recent proj- rain storms, while safely gen and metals like copper plants and the soil around ber of this great group, to protect regional water ect is a bio retention garden bypassing overflows as- and zinc which can affect them are already work- please visit: www.lakesre- quality, the Lakes Region located at the intersection sociated with very large the health of fish. ing hard. The plantings gionrotary.org. For 2014 Planning Commission of White Oaks Road and storms. As the rain enters Improving water qual- include silky Dogwood sponsorship and vendor (LRPC) recently acquired Weirs Boulevard. Storm- the basin it will infiltrate ity in the Lakes Region shrubs, and variety of opportunities, contact Kris- funds from the New Hamp- water in this area enters a through the open rock sur- requires cooperation from shapes and colors repre- tian Svindland: 524-8973 or shire Department of Envi- series of catch basins that face and pass through a all communities within a sented in perennials, such [email protected]. ronmental Services (DES) is channeled onto the lawn two and a half foot layer of watershed. For this proj- as Bee Balm, Meadow The Lakes Region Rota- to support the city’s De- of a private residential compost. The compost will ect it was the collabora- Sweet, Caesar’s Brother ry foundation is a 501c(3) partment of Public Works property located along the absorb the stormwater like tion between the city and Iris, Black Eyed Susan, and organization and a local (DPW) with installing a shoreline. Recognizing a sponge and begin to re- an adjacent condominium Feather Reed Grass. They chapter of Rotary Interna- bio-retention basin at the the stormwater quantity move the pollutants from complex that made this ef- will also provide habitat for tional and undertakes a foot of White Oaks Road at and quality issues this dis- the water. The treated fort possible. The Paugus birds and insects and will number of charitable and Paugus Bay. City officials charge creates, the city is stormwater will also slowly View Condo Association remind visitors entering service-oriented projects recognize that, due to cli- constructing an 850 square- drain into the surrounding recognizes the importance Weirs Boulevard of Laco- and events each year to mate change and intense foot bio-retention garden soils making its way into of protecting the lake and, nia’s commitment to water benefit both local and inter- development over the last to capture stormwater and the groundwater, reducing when approached by Luke quality protection. national causes. 10 years, its aging stormwa- clean it before it goes into the discharges to the lake. Powell of the DPW, was ter infrastructure is no lon- the lake. The discharge When storms are larger willing to allow a drainage ger meeting the needs of the for this area is located on and the stormwater begins easement on their property All Pool Memberships 50% off from 12/1/13 to 12/24/13 community. Several areas Paugus Bay and near the to pond in the basin, plants to accommodate the size of are experiencing flooding city drinking water intake, and amended soils locat- the s bio-retention garden. due to undersized culverts which makes this project ed on the slopes will begin The association’s environ- and piping networks. At even more important. absorbing the water and re- mental stewardship is a White Oaks Road, the older The bio-retention gar- moving the pollutants. great example of how work- system was designed with den, engineered by Michael According to the U.S. ing partners in the water- the intent to move storm- Redding of Loureiro Engi- Environmental Protection shed can make a difference. water off the roads and into neering Associates, is de- Agency (EPA) bio-reten- While the working sim- the lake as fast as possible. signed using the powerful tion gardens are capable of plicity of this system will Unfortunately, this design properties of compost and removing between 80 to 90 not be as evident until method also moves the pol- plants. Compost is very ef- percent of petroleum hy- spring when buds start lution into the lake. fective in removing storm- As part of a Comprehen- water pollutants such as sive Drainage Study started petroleum hydrocarbons, in 2009, the DPW identified bacteria, nutrients, and several areas where simple metals. The bio-retention Planning A Party? changes to the stormwater garden on White Oaks Surprise or Otherwise? Need a Facility or Caterer? Call White Mountain Chalet & Caterers in Berlin, NH Over 30 years 603-752-5517 full-time experience www.chaletcaterers.com Professional On & Off-site Caterer Serving all of Northern New England On & off site, full time professional licensed catering, reasonable prices, experienced and uniformed staff Visit us at www.chaletcaterers.com or on facebook Chef Lloyd Murray Owner Cordon Bleu Graduate 603-752-5517 or [email protected]

New Years Eve Join us for dinner and music with Paul Warnick at 9:30 pm Soup Curry Butternut Squash and Crab Bisque Salad Prosciutto , Apples, Dried Cranberries, Candied Walnuts, Gorgonzola Cheese tossed with Mixed Greens in a Pear Vinaigrette Choice of Entrée Filet Mignon served with sweet potato risotto topped with a fig demi glaze or “A Gathering Place” Chilean Sea Bass Pan seared sea bass topped with a lobster salsa served with Jasmine Rice Light Dessert - a dense chocolate-raspberry mousse served with a chocolate wafer and American fresh raspberries drizzled with a Chambord liqueur Fare $35.00 per person tax and gratuity not included MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS Great Selection NOW Seatings at of Craft Beers 5pm, 7pm & 9pm bottle & draft 293-8700 • Lakeshore Rd., Gilford, NH directly behind Ellacoya Country Store Call ahead for reservations Online at www.BarnAndGrille.com Tuesday-Saturday 11 am - 9 pm • Sunday 10 am - 2 pm A10 THE GILFORD STEAMER Culture THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013

LRSO Holiday Pops concerts features NH vocalist Emily Jaworski MEREDITH — The Holi- vocals accompanied by LR- outstanding musicians this each concert. The Lakes Region days are upon us, and that SO’s lush strings, vibrant season and the orchestra is The LRSO appreciates Symphony Orchestra is means glorious symphonic brass, and opulent wood- flourishing like never be- the support of its concert a non-profit organization holiday Pops music is just winds will fill your Holiday fore. sponsor Bellwether Cred- that provides classical around the corner. The music senses like no other Tickets are $15 for adults it Union. Their generous music performances for Lakes Region Symphony live musical experience. and $8 for children and stu- community support is a central New Hampshire Orchestra invites you to You won’t want to miss dents in college. Tickets big part of what makes the during the traditional con- join us for two spectacular her stylistic interpreta- are available for purchase LRSO, a community or- cert season. The orchestra Holiday Concerts on Sat- tions of “Merry Christmas by mail, online at www. chestra, possible. provides an opportunity urday, Dec. 14 at 7:30 p.m., Darling,” “Have Yourself LRSO.org/tickets, or from The Lakes Region Sym- for a wide range of musi- and Sunday, Dec. 15 at 3 a Merry Little Christmas,” our ticket outlets. These phony Orchestra is a Mer- cians to come together to p.m. Both concerts will a fabulous new rendition include Innisfree Book- edith-based, non-profit make music, and through be held at the Inter-Lakes of “White Christmas”, and shop and the Mobil station orchestra that performs educational and general Community Auditorium in many more. across from the town docks throughout the fall, winter, performances, it hopes to Meredith. These much-an- The holiday concerts in Meredith; Greenlaw’s and spring months. Orches- increase students’ expo- ticipated Pops concerts sell have been sold-out events Courtesy Music in Laconia; and tra members have ranged sure to and appreciation out quickly so get your tick- in the past, so patrons are Emily Jaworski Bayswater Books in Center in age from 13 through re- of the compositions that ets early. encouraged to purchase Harbor. Any unsold tickets tired seniors, representing comprise the standard rep- Classic songs of the sea- tickets early. If you hav- you haven’t heard LRSO! will be available at the door over 36 communities in the ertoire. son ring out again this year en’t heard LRSO recently, We’ve been joined by many starting one hour before Lakes Region. featuring old favorites and brand new arrangements. “A Christmas Festival,” “Nutcracker Holiday,” Two Las Vegas comedians to perform at Pitman’s Dec. 14 “Stille Nacht,” and a Holi- day sing-along are among LACONIA — Stand up Improv. with New England based the wide mix of holiday comedy returns to Pitman’s Nardizzi is a past winner Laugh Riot Productions to classics sure to captivate Freight Room in Laconia, of the Boston Comedy Fes- bring the comedy nights young and old. Saturday, Dec. 14 at 8 p.m. tival and he is a past win- to Laconia. “Thus far, the The LRSO is delighted with a show featuring two ner of HBO’s U.S. Comedy comedy fans of the region to feature our guest vocal- Las Vegas comedians as and Arts Festival as well as have really supported the ist this year, consummate Paul Nardizzi and Bob Sei- having been a finalist in the shows and as long as that musician and artist Emi- bel, who are both regulars San Francisco Internation- happens we will continue ly Jaworski. Jaworski’s performing in Las Vegas al Comedy Competition. to bring on these types of passionate performances and Atlantic City will be ap- The author of a number acts. and reputation for excel- pearing in the same show. of comedy based books, “We had nearly 150 peo- lence have made her a re- Tickets are $15, and may be Nardizzi has also compiled ple at our one-year anniver- vered soloist throughout purchased in advance by two humor CDs and he per- sary show in November,” Mitchell said. “We under- New England, performing contacting Pitman’s at 527- forms at the major clubs Courtesy Courtesy frequently with premier 0043 or 494-3334, or tickets around the country. Bob Seibel Paul Nardizzi stand people might be busy groups like the New Hamp- may be purchased at the Seibel is a 25-year vet- with Christmas only a cou- shire Master Chorale and door the night of the show. eran of the Boston comedy area and is a regular per- tinue to be at a level better ple of weeks away, but this the Concord Chorale. With Pittman’s is a BYOB venue. scene and is one of Boston’s former in Las Vegas and than we had anticipated,” would be a great time to her wide range of creative Nardizzi is a national best and most popular co- Atlantic City. said Pitman’s owner Dick have a few laughs and have abilities in opera, classi- headliner who has made medians. Having earned “The comedy shows con- Mitchell, who works along a great time.” cal, theater, and popular four appearances on the a reputation for his quick, music, New Hampshire is Conan O’Brien Show, and sustained improvisa- fortunate indeed to have has been seen on Comcast tion, Seibel is well known Pemi Choral Society returns to Jaworski affixed to our ar- Comedy Spotlight, HBO, throughout the Comedy tistic landscape. Emily’s and A&E’s Evening at the Clubs in the New England celebrate “Glory of the Season” REGION — The Pemige- in Franklin at St Paul’s Ro- University is $10. Tickets wasset Choral Society cele- man Catholic Church and are available in advance by brates its 41st holiday sea- Sunday, Dec. 15, 3 p.m. at calling 535-ARTS. Remain- son with a series of three the Hanaway Theater in ing tickets will be available concerts beginning on Silver Cultural Arts Center at the door. Thursday, Dec. 12, 7:30 p.m. at Plymouth State Univer- Under the direction of at the Gilford Community sity. All concerts are open Leslie McDonnell and as- Church. to the public, with admis- sistant director William This performance will sion by donation in Gilford Gunn with pianist Catha- be followed with concerts and Franklin. General ad- rine Dornin, our program, on Friday, Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m. mission at Plymouth State SEE PEMI CHORAL PAGE A12

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Lakes Region Chamber 95th Annual Membership Meeting & Awards Luncheon LACONIA — The Lakes Region Chamber of Com- merce will be holding their 95th Annual Membership Meeting & Awards Lun- cheon, presented by Bank of New Hampshire, on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2014 at Mill Falls at the Lake at Church Landing in Mere- dith. Check in will begin Courtesy at 11:30 a.m., and the lun- Chamber Ambassadors Luncheon hosted by T-Bones cheon meeting will be held from Noon to 1:30 p.m. T-Bones, The Great American Eatery, hosted the Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors Holiday Luncheon on Dec. 4. Joining in the celebration along with the Ambassadors are the wait staff “Bank of New Hamp- and T-Bones management. shire is proud to be a longtime supporter of the Lakes Region Chamber,” stated Mark Primeau, President & CEO for Bank of New Irwin Automotive looks to raise Hampshire. “Chamber membership collectively partners local businesses money for Pub Mania providing community vi- LACONIA — Irwin Au- on Dec. 12, and this year, a great cause. Irwin will sion and leadership. Bank Courtesy tomotive understands that the meet or beat any compet- of New Hampshire under- Bank of New Hampshire proudly sponsors Lakes Region Chamber the Holidays are all about organization is striving itor’s price and will offer stands the hard work that of Commerce’s 95th Annual Meeting: (l to r) Chamber Executive giving back and helping to raise more than ever. Ir- free lifetime tire rotations the Chamber does is vital Director Karmen Gifford; Bank of New Hampshire President & CEO others and therefore looks win looks to help them with the purchase of four to the growth of business in Mark Primeau; AVP-Marketing Officer & Chamber Board Officer to raise money for the an- reach their goal by donat- tires. It’s a great time to Lindsay Cota-Robles. the Lakes Region.” nual Pub Mania ing $1 for every tire sold invest in your vehicle with “The Annual Meeting event. from all locations in the extreme savings and com- is the Chamber’s premier and projecting full steam ate value for the members Pub Mania is a 24 Hour month of December, and munity support as part of event, with more than 240 ahead for 2014!” through collaboration and bar stool challenge at Pat- has set their own goal your purchase. Help Irwin in attendance,” announced Registration for the An- education that promotes rick’s Pub for teams of of $1,200 for the Pub Mania Automotive and Pub Mania Chamber Executive Direc- nual Meeting is $35 per an engaged community culinary athletes to raise event. reach their goals this Holi- tor Karmen Gifford. “We person, and can be made di- and thriving economy for money for the LNH Chil- Now is the time to pur- day season in supporting are proud of the growing rectly from the Chamber’s the businesses in the Lakes dren’s Auction, supporting chase your tires, with a the LNH Children’s Auc- opportunities that we of- website at LakesRegion- Region. For additional in- children and families in the $140 rebate now through tion. fer our business partners Chamber.org. formation, contact Lakes Lakes Region. The fifth an- Dec. 31, and a portion of throughout the year. We Lakes Region Chamber Region Chamber of Com- nual event will take place your purchase supporting will be celebrating accom- of Commerce represents merce at 524-5531, visit plishments, recognizing more than 450 businesses them on the Web at Lakes- our Golden Hammer, Gold- located in over 18 cities RegionChamber.org or find en Trowel and Environ- and towns. The mission them on Facebook. Irwin Automotive supports Gilford mental Awards winners, of the Chamber is to cre- Rotary Club with Christmas tree sales Christmas is Com- trees are part of family tra- Club’s annual sale at 1434 Known stylist re-locates to Gilford ing! It’s time to pic out a dition, it’s all about picking Lakeshore Drive in Gilford tree and decorate it with the best one, decorating (the former PSNH building GILFORD — Jessica military, law enforcement, silvery tinsel, holly it, and seeing it when just before Wal-Mart). Tree Rothwell is a passionate sa- and fire/rescue. berries, and ornaments. you wake up on Christmas sales start on Dec. 6 and run lon professional dedicated Buy a gift certificate this The Gilford Rotary Club morning.” through Dec. 15. to not only making her cli- holiday season and receive will be selling beautiful For the best Christmas Get in the Holiday spirit ents look their best, but feel 20 percent of its value for Christmas trees again this trees around, check out the and support a great cause! their best as well. yourself!! Happy Holidays year to support their orga- selection at Gilford Rotary She graduated from Em- (valid with Rothwell only). nization in support of local pire Beauty School in 2007, Rothwell can be reached men and women who have but had an interest and at Kim Kate Salon Tuesdays accepted the ideal of com- experience in the beauty 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Wednesday/ munity service as the basis industry well before that. 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Kim ... even if it’s for yourself! for every major life event Kate salon is located at 28 or life change. That’s an Weirs Rd., Gilford (above Located at the Lake Winnisquam Bridge important responsibility in the Wine’ing Butcher, near (next to Katie Flo’s) my opinion, and I enjoy the Patrick’s pub). gratification of making a As an incentive to her person feel their best.” clients, she will be offering Rothwell was previous- $5 off their first haircut or ly working in a well known $10 of their first color or [email protected] salon in Alton for almost perm. She also offers 10 per- seven years. She has de- cent off to senior citizens, First Night Wolfeboro 2014 Tuesday, December 31 Starting at Noon • Dozens of performances throughout town • 30 minute fireworks display, following 8p.m. parade • One admission button for all the performances Admission buttons $10 each until December 30th; $15 day of the event. Children 10 years and younger attend FREE with button wearing adult.

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ROAD (Continued from Page A1) no plans to widen the road its easement on the road good relationship with the control and maintenance Any construction on that ing it until July would not and doing so would be cost- that has been held since town. of the road itself while the road would have do be done be in everyone’s best inter- ly. 1936 for the purpose of ac- “We’ve had this ease- Gunstock Area Commis- in warmer weather. If the ests.” Selectman Kevin Hayes cess into Gunstock. ment for 75 years, and sion will have ownership of selectmen voted to take the Durfee said he could said the overall use of the Selectman Kevin Hayes we’ve exercised out rights the center of the road. The road, the cul-de-sac would commit to a good faith effort road will not change. The questioned why they would over this road for 75 years, town could still set weight be done at the town’s ex- that Gunstock would assist town will plow to the gate need to maintain an ease- we want to maintain those limits on the road and reg- pense. Otherwise the town with the construction of the of Gunstock; Gunstock will ment over a road that will rights,” Durfee said. ulate speed. could wait until the work cul-de-sac and making the still maintain everything be a public road. Durfee said Goddard said if the town “We’ve got to work to- was done to take over the necessary fixes to the road. inside its complex. the easement is to maintain ever decided to abandon gether,” Dunn said. road, which could leave the He said the commission Gunstock Commission- a measure of control over the road, this would make Morgan said the town road in limbo for the next can work out an agreement er Bob Durfee said the pre- the road. For example, the sure Gunstock would still would have the responsi- few months. with Morgan, possibly sented layout is a 50-foot town can post the road for maintain its rights on it. bility to maintain the road, A compromise could be arrangements involving right of way superimposed certain load limits, which Town administrator though it would not have worked out, such as asking funding, equipment, mate- on a 50-foot easement held could effect Gunstock’s op- Scott Dunn said there are the deed to it and the owner for the county to reimburse rials, and workers. by Belknap County. Durfee erations. Durfee said he did many competing interests would still own the center the project. Dunn said this Dunn suggested a mo- said Gunstock and Belknap not foresee that happening, in this situation. He said of it. He said this should not agreement would have to tion for the town to accept County intends to maintain as the commission has a the town will be taking affect the overall mainte- be done on good faith or oth- Area Road conditional nance of the road. erwise require legal action. upon Gunstock reimburs- Dunn said it had not Goddard said Gunstock ing the town to construct been decided if the town was planning to install the the cul-de-sac and make or the county would be re- cul-de-sac or work with the road improvements. sponsible for the improve- town to get it constructed. The selectmen made and Master Goldsmith ments to the Area Road, “I think we just bite the voted unanimously in fa- Custom Designs Since 1970 especially the cul-de-sac. bullet,” Dunn said. “Leav- vor of the motion. FAIR (Continued from Page A1) time, I think the weather said. only craft fair I do because held out for us,” Cybart Sheehan said she is a of that.” said. great supporter of local Beth Sears of Tilton Cybart said a number fairs. The fair at Gilford makes yarn creations and of crafters have come back High School is the only one made her first appearance Jewelry for Every Budget! year after year and crafters she brings her creations to at the Gilford High fair. We are a Full-Service Jewelry Store who had a table can reserve and she has come for the Sears’ heard of the fair Featuring Unique Designs and Custom-Crafted a spot for next year. Fair past four years. through her granddaugh- Jewelry in Gold, Platinum and organizers will also reach “I just love the set-up,” ter, who is a second grade Sterling and Precious Stones out to crafters around the Sheehan said. “Its so com- teacher. region. The fair has been so munity and school orient- Sears said she is work- Appraisal Services popular there is a waiting ed.” ing her hobby of yarn work We Pay Cash for Gold list to get a spot. Sheehan remarked on into a business and has “We’ve got a lot of craft- the efforts taken by the stu- been selling her creations. Diamonds, Diamonds, Diamonds ers who’ve already signed dents during the fair, espe- She has had tables at oth- GIA-Graduate Gemologist with 43 Years of Experience up for next year,” Cybart cially serving food. Overall er fairs in the Tilton and said. she said it is a high quality Franklin areas. Overall she Jewelry and Watch Repair just 1/2 mile north of the Jan Sheehan of North- fair. said the Gilford fair proved Alton Traffic Circle wood makes braided rugs “I think the quality of to be a success. Holiday Hours on Route 28 North and teaches the technique. the crafts here are excel- “I’ve run out of my mit- in Alton, NH “It’s a dying art,” she lent,” she said. “This is the tens just about,” Sears said. Wed. thru Sat. 10-5 ~ Gift Certificates Available ~ 875-7575 www.altonmotorsports.com PEMI CHORAL (Continued from Page A10) In the Little Mauve Victorian Rt. 25 at the Lights • Center Harbor titled “The Glory of the Bells.” Bring the whole you with the “Glory” of the 603-253-4100 • www.francook.com Season,” will feature three family to experience this Season and will be sure to “Glorias”: the full Rutter exciting concert performed raise your holiday spirit in “Gloria”, portions of Vi- by the nearly 100 voices of the process. 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JEFF LAJOIE JEFF LAJOIE JEFF LAJOIE Junior Josh Joyce and the Eagles will look to make another deep run Junior forward Kaleb Orton is expected to be one of the top interior Senior Jack Athanas and the Eagles finished 16-4 last season, falling in the postseason this winter after reaching the D-III quarterfinals options yet again for Gilford. to Campbell in the quarterfinals at home. last season. Veteran Eagles fully loaded for big winter BY JEFF LAJOIE gion foe Franklin (6 p.m.). Orton was a key rebounder and will look to close out “They can all play, and Playing under control will [email protected] While Joyce will certain- and inside player for us last their hoop careers on high I’m sure that they will all be important on both ends GILFORD – After a sea- ly draw the lion’s share of season. His presence on the notes. contribute in some way of the floor. The players are son in which the Gilford the attention, the Eagles inside will be a key.” Junior Kyle Gaudet this season,” said Veazey. working hard and the atti- High School boys’ basket- have a balanced supporting Classmate Max Troia- (forward) also returns for “As most teams are, we tudes are excellent.” ball team came just two cast that is deep and expe- no showed he was capable Veazey’s club after show- too are a work in progress. While Gilford will have points shy of potentially rienced. Junior forward of making the big play on ing a scoring knack at times Our strengths will be our to replace consistent in- reaching the Division III Kaleb Orton (6-foot-2) de- several occasions during throughout last season, overall athletic ability. We side/outside play from Final Four, the Golden Ea- veloped into a beast inside his sophomore campaign, while classmates Patrick can run the floor pretty graduated seniors David gles have their sights set on down the stretch last sea- including a game-winning Scannell (guard), Michael well and hope to use this Sykie (forward) and Sam another big season on the son, and his rebound posi- three-pointer against In- Madore (forward), Nate to our advantage. We will Prescott (guard), the over- hardwood. Veteran coach tioning makes him a poten- ter-Lakes. Davis (guard), Zach Pois- continue to improve offen- all experience and depth of Chip Veazey’s squad re- tial walking double-double. Don’t forget about the son (forward) and Andrew sively as we improve our the Eagles makes the team turns several key players “Josh Joyce is our go- senior class, as the trio of Caulfield (guard) are also cohesion and execution. SEE EAGLES PAGE B2 from last year’s team that to guy on offense, this is Jack Athanas (forward), capable performers when went 16-4 overall before no surprise to anyone, but Cam Patridge (guard) and called upon. Coby Goodwin falling in the quarterfinals, we are expecting others to Rich Edson (forward) is is the lone sophomore on 57-55, to Campbell. benefit from his passing loaded with experience at the roster and will see time Leading the way will abilities and our team of- the varsity level. All three at either guard or forward once again be junior Josh fense,” said Veazey. “Kaleb have played in big games for the Eagles. Joyce, who stepped up in a big way as a sophomore to earn Division III Sec- ond-Team All-State honors. Joyce used his size and athleticism in handling the basketball last season, and his deadly outside shooting forced teams to scramble in order to defend him. Joyce totaled 11 points in last year’s quarterfinal loss, a game in which nine different Eagles scored points. The good news for Gilford is that seven of those nine players return this season, though the squad will cer- tainly have a target on its back when the season gets under way Friday night on the road against Lakes Re-

Sports Editor - Joshua Spaulding - 569-3126 (phone) - 569-4743 (fax) - [email protected] B2 THE GILFORD STEAMER Sports THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013 Mercer shoots Eagles Defregger closes out to opening win junior season at Dartmouth BY JEFF LAJOIE SOMERSWORTH — A gles overcame a late five- [email protected] wild finish saw the Gilford point deficit (34-29). HANOVER – It seems High School girls’ basket- Sophomore point guard like just yesterday that Ste- ball team open the season Cassidy Bartlett had eight fan Defregger was leading with a solid road win on points in the win, while the Gilford High School Dec. 6. classmates Jordan Dean boys’ soccer team to the Sophomore sniper (six points, five assists, Division III state champi- Shannon Mercer drilled a three steals) and Maddie onship. three-pointer with just 11 Harris (four points, 13 re- But time flies by, and seconds to play, and the vis- bounds, five blocks) also Defregger recently con- iting Golden Eagles came keyed things. Senior Brid cluded his junior season back for a 38-35 win over Fillion added four points at Dartmouth College. The Somersworth High School on the road. Division I squad finished in Division III action. The Hilltoppers led 13-7 its season with a 6-7-4 re- Mercer led Gilford with after one quarter and 22-16 cord this fall, though the 11 points on the night, sev- at intermission before hold- Big Green’s 1-6 mark in the en of those coming in the ing a slim 26-23 lead into the Ivy League put them in the fourth quarter as the Ea- fourth frame. basement of the final stand- ings. Penn won the regular season crown with a 5-1-1 record. Lakers get wins over Defregger, who led Gil- ford to the 2010 state title over Bow before graduat- Keene, Plymouth ing in 2011, stepped up nicely during his junior cam- COURTESY – DOUG AUSTIN/DARTMOUTH ATHLETICS LACONIA — The Lakes The Predators came back paign, as he appeared in Gilford’s Stefan Defregger had a solid junior season at Dartmouth College, as the midfielder notched three Region Youth Hockey Pee with another goal quickly 14 games this season with assists in 14 games for the Big Green. Wee I team, sponsored by into the second, making it a nine starts. He tied for the Fay’s Boat Yard, had a tie game. Colin McGreevy, team lead in shots with 35, The son of Hermann sophomore in 2012, mak- games with two starts (Bos- great weekend of hockey. now entering the net for the while also adding three as- and Cathy Defregger, Ste- ing his lone start against ton College, New Hamp- Saturday the team trav- Lakers, was determined sists for his first collegiate fan saw action in seven Holy Cross. As a freshman shire). eled to Keene to play. The to let nothing between the points. games with one start as a in 2011, he appeared in 13 Lakers defeated Keene pipes. Blake Dunlap rushed Defregger records as- 7-2 with a hat trick scored the puck a few times into sists in three wins for Dart- by Cole Reid and a play- the Predator zone, but their mouth, as he notched a maker scored by Brendan defense quickly whipped it helper against UMass (2-0 Huge season for Hurst at Endicott Hanaway. Trevor Gallagh- away. Fountain was there win, Sept. 15), Kentucky er added two goals under with a big pass from Will (3-1 win, Sept. 20) and Col- BY JEFF LAJOIE his belt and Trent Fountain Roberge. Fountain took a gate (1-0 win, Oct. 22). He [email protected] happily took credit for an- shot on net, but the Preda- had a shot in all but one of BEVERLY, Mass. – It other. Hanaway also had a tor goalie managed to save the games he appeared in, was a breakout season for goal, assisted by Reid. Nate it. Reid got another one past with a season-high seven Gilford’s Mackenzie Hurst, Cammack, a brick defen- the opposing team’s goalie, shots coming in a 3-0 loss on as the junior had a monster sive body for the Lakers, unassisted and it was now the road at Penn. Defregger offensive season for the En- chalked up an assist as well 3-2, Lakers. The Predators also had five shots against dicott College field hockey in the game. were coming on strong. Pat- Colgate and four against team. On Sunday, the Lakers rick Mohan, a hulk defense Cornell. Hurst, who played at the hosted the Plymouth Pred- for the Lakers, stopped the Dartmouth’s season Tilton School before mov- ators at the Lakers’ home Predator forwards from actually got off to an out- ing on to Endicott, finished rink in Laconia. It was a going into his team’s zone. standing start, as the Green second on the Gulls roster close game, back and forth. The Predators managed opened the year with a 4-0- in goals and points as her Jacob Maheux was in net to find a path to the Lak- 4 record after a draw with team finished the season for the first half of the game er end, tying the game up Vermont on Oct. 1. But 9-11 overall with a Com- for the Lakers and stopped in the second, 3-3. Back to the tough Ivy League slate monwealth Coast Confer- many of the Predator shots. the middle for the face-off, failed the team down the ence semifinal loss to Gor- Reid achieved the first goal defender Camille Pollak stretch, with wins over Col- don College last month. COURTESY – ENDICOTT ATHLETICS of the game, unassisted. wasn’t letting anything gate and Brown proving to The 2-1 loss to Gordon Gilford’s Mackenzie Hurst had an outstanding junior season at The Predators quickly tried past her. She knew it was a be the only victories in the College was a battle of Gil- Endicott College, as the former Tilton School product scored 13 goals and added five assists for the Gulls this fall. to force back into the Lak- close game and stood tough. team’s final nine game (2-7 ford residents, as Gordon’s er zone, but Reid was too Center Hanaway found the to end the year). Megan Wernig paced the ward put 35 shots on goal, na (4-2 win) and Gordon (2-1 quick for them and with a puck and entered a path- Overall, Defregger’s club defense for her side while with five of her 13 goals loss). great pass from Gallagher, way through the Predators had wins over UMass, Bos- Hurst buried her team’s counting as game-winners. The point production Reid scored again, making with a quick, precise pass ton College, Kentucky, Al- lone goal in the loss. Hurst’s She scored two goals on was a huge leap for Hurst the game 2-0 for the Lak- to Reid. Reid put another bany, Colgate and Brown, tally in the 58th minute cut three different occasions from her first two years on ers. The Predators fought one in the back of the net with ties against Holy Endicott’s deficit in half during the season, begin- campus. As a freshman in back and came back with for a 4-3 win over Plym- Cross, Lafayette, South at 2-1, but the Gulls were ning in Endicott’s 5-4 win 2011, she had a goal and two a quick goal, making it 2-1 outh. Reid earned himself Carolina and Vermont. The unable to strike against. over Salem State on Sept. assists while playing in 20 after one. another hat trick for the team fell in double over- Gordon went on to win the 5. Hurst had two tallies in games for the Gulls. Hurst Cammack and Nate Mc- weekend. The team really time against Granite State conference with a victory a 7-0 win over Roger Wil- followed that up with a goal Carvill were both strong misses injured teammate foe UNH on Oct. 29, 2-1. over top-seeded University liams on Sept. 24, as well as and two assists as a sopho- players for the Lakers, Eddy Demers and hopes Defregger wears number of New England. a pair in a 7-1 victory over more in 2012 while appear- bouncing the puck out of that he is back ‘on his feet’ nine as a midfielder/for- For the season, Hurst fin- Western New England on ing in 18 games. the home zone each time again soon. ward for Dartmouth under ished with 13 goals and five Nov. 2. She also added a Number 17 on the End- the Predators tried to score. head coach Chad Riley. assists in 19 games. The for- pair of assists in that win. icott roster, Hurst’s Gulls Hurst also had single tal- did not make an appear- lies in games against Bab- ance in the Granite State son (2-1 loss), Maine-Farm- this season, playing Col- ington (3-1 loss), Nichols by-Sawyer at home in Bev- (3-2 win), Western New En- erly. The squad went 6-6 in gland (6-1 win), Roger Wil- CCC play. liams (6-2 win), Salve Regi-

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a favorite in the Lakes Re- to play with them.” gion entering the season. The Eagles play just two “It’s Gilford,” said Win- games before the Christ- nisquam head coach Kev- mas break, with the open- in Dame when asked who er at Franklin followed by his preseason favorite is. the home opener on Dec. “Until we prove we can 17 against Inter-Lakes. The beat them or stay with squad will host the Lakes them. They got us last year, Region Holiday Tourna- they’ve got a good return- ment (Dec. 27, 28 and 30) ing core back. Joyce is one before picking the regular of the better players in the season slate up again with division. Hopefully by the a contest against Winnis- end of the year we’re ready quam on Jan. 3.

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BY JEFF LAJOIE [email protected] WENHAM, Mass. – While the Gilford High School field hockey team had one of the best seasons in program history this fall, alum Megan Wernig (Class of 2010) was busy with her own outstanding season. Wernig and the Gordon College field hockey team reached the NCAA Division III tournament by capturing the Common- COURTESY PHOTO Gilford’s Megan Wernig holds the Commonwealth Coast Conference wealth Coast Conference championship trophy after her Gordon College field hockey team championship with a 3-1 captured the title last month. win over the University of New England last month. of Gordon’s games this fall, this past fall, as she sports Wernig, a senior and making starts in 21 of them a sterling 3.74 GPA. She’s captain for the Fighting for a total of 1,258 minutes also qualified for the Na- Scots, saw her season come of action. She led the Scots tional Field Hockey Coach- to a close on the road in the in defensive saves with sev- es’ Association (NFFHCA) D-III first round against en, including two in a game Division III Academic Keene State, 3-0. But Gor- against MIT. Gordon won All-American team for all don’s record of 17-6 was the eight of its final nine games four years at Gordon, while best in Wernig’s four years to reach the NCAA tourna- competing on the indoor at the school, and the win ment, including a 2-1 CCC and outdoor track and field over UNE in the CCC title tournament semifinal win squads as well. She is the COURTESY PHOTO game was the team’s first over Endicott to reach the current record holder in Megan Wernig closed out her senior year at Gordon College with an NCAA Division III tournament berth. in eight tries against the title tilt with UNE. the indoor weight throw school. Wernig was a finalist for and the discus at Gordon. their season come to a field hockey career isn’t fund the worthwhile trip, Wernig played in all 23 the CCC Scholar-Athlete While the Scots saw close last month, Wernig’s over just yet. The senior, you can visit: http://www. whose younger sister Emi- razoo.com/story/Gcfh-Do- ly helped lead the GHS de- minican-Republic-2014-2. fense on the field hockey Wernig wore number 17 Brewster hoop boys roll past Holderness pitch this fall, is helping on the Gordon roster for organize a mission trip to coach Cory Ward. In ad- BY JOSHUA SPAULDING half. the Dominican Republic dition to the NCAA game Sports Editor Reuter, Copeland, Mitch- in January. 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Lake Winnipesaukee - Bring the Family: Panoramic 180 degree views of Lake Traditional Wolfeboro home w/nice privacy. 735’ pristine lakefront on Winter Harbor in Winnipesaukee from the ‘best spot’ in Exquisite blend of comfortable & formal Wolfeboro. Extensive docking. Boathouse. Grouse Point in Meredith. 5 B/R, 4 BA living spaces, high ceilings, crown mold- Sandy beach. Four homes plus garage. impeccable home plus club amenities; 3 ing, hardwood floors, grand staircase. Rolling lawns. Unique opportunity. beaches, indoor pool, more… Beautifully landscaped. Walk to Carry Call 569-3128 $2,300,000 Call 569-3128 $1,290,000 Beach. Call 569-3128 $889,000

Gilford • $2,395,000 • #4214808 Meredith • $889,000 • #4314142 Moultonboro • $595,000 • #4326919 Prime location & dramatic views for this Crystal clear water & level lot w/sandy An exceptional value in this 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home. A Waterfront Craftsman style home that is beach plus main house, guest house & three fingered dock & sandy beach compliment the sunny, sun-filled & spacious. 2 other out buildings. flat lot. Views of Ossipee Mountain range from deck. HOUSANDS OF PROPERTIES, ONE ADDRESS. Susan Bradley 581-2810 Susan Bradley 581-2810 Bill Richards 603-253-4345 T MaxfieldRealEstate.com Maxfield Real Estate hasMaxfieldRealEstate.com been bringing people and homes together for over 50 years. Our website is the ideal location to explore the thousands of properties now being offered in the Lakes Region and beyond. MaxfieldRealEstate.com is a true resource for buyers and sellers, and one more reason why Maxfield Real Estate is simply the best.

Center Harbor • $389,000 • #4326762 Laconia • $379,000 • #4327168 Gilmanton • $349,900 • #4326192 Cute 3 BR, 1.5 bath home in a small Squam Lake Charming cedar shake 3 bedroom waterfront home in the Here’s your opportunity to own a Kuhns Bros. Log beach access community. Very private & quiet heart of the Lakes Region, quiet dead end street & 40ft of Home which is known for their quality & integrity. location. 2/10th mile to beach, dock & boat launch. frontage on Lake Winnipesaukee. Great views & sandy beach. Seasonal mtn views & lots of privacy – a must see! Barbara Mylonas 603-253-4345 Barbara Mylonas 603-253-4345 Kay Huston 603-253-4345

CENTER SANDWICH - Meticulously restored ALTON - WOW! Spacious 2000 sq ft Custom ALTON - Price reduced on the 1812 center chimney Cape in the Historic District Designed Ranch on 1.52 Acres. Open Hampshire House. Time to get your business of Center Sandwich. 3 FPs, hand hewn Concept Floor Plan, Cathedral Ceilings, going for Christmas. Good traffic flow. Large beams, wide pine flrs, modern kitchen. Incl: Master Suite, Gas Fireplace, Large Kitchen barn and 1.5 Acres. detached studio/guest quarters w/fieldstone w/many cabinets. FP. $299,000 (4252329) Call 253-9360 $259,900 (4258200) Call 875-3128 $135,900 (4256032) Call 875-3128

Laconia • $289,000 • #4226120 Franklin • $279,000 • #4326627 New Hampton • $199,900 • #4327498 Lovely 3 BR, 3 BA Colonial with large Magnificent historical Victorian home now a 5 family on a Federal Colonial situated on a 1.10 acre addition on 6 beautiful acres with very nice street in Franklin, located near Mojalaki Country landscaped lot in a picturesque New mountain views. Club & golf course. Keep as is or return to single family. England Village w/6 BR plus in-law. Nancy LeRoy 581-2830 & Kathy McLellan 581-2821 Barbara Mylonas 603-253-4345 Nancy Desrosiers 581-2884

ALTON - Great location and 4 subdividable GILFORD - Light, bright chalet in Gunstock ALTON - Attractive interior features include: acres. Cathedral ceilings, fireplace, bead Acres. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, kitchen open fireplace w/tile hearth, oak kitchen cabinets, board dining room, 5 rooms, 3 bedrooms to family room. Detached garage and nicely wood flooring, cathedral ceiling & skylights. and 2 nice porches in a country setting. landscaped private lot. Large deck in back overlooks a spacious yard. See today! $125,000 (4083305) Call 875-3128 $115,900 (4295176) Call 253-9360 $80,000 (4286914) Call 875-3128 FEATURED PROPERTY RENTALS Meredith • $184,900 • #4242592 Northfield • $169,900 • #4325710 Gilford • $159,000 • #4220439 Bringing People and Vacations Lake Winnisquam beach rights & dock! Cute ranch , Open concept ranch on a spacious & Nicely updated 2 BR, 2 BA condo across Together in the Lakes Region lake views, nice yard, eat in kitchen includes granite sunny corner lot. 3 BR w/walkout LL form Mountain View Yacht Club. Heated pool BIG SQUAM LAKE for over 50 years… counters & spacious living room. Short stroll to beach. w/an enormous family room plus more. & close to all Lakes Region attractions. HOLDERNESS *SEASONAL AND Bob Williams/Danielle McIntosh: 603-253-4345 Susan Bradley 581-2810 John Silva 581-2881 & Mary Seeger 581-2880 LONG-TERM RENTALS Million dollar views and sandy beach on *Joe and Jaci Dussault, seasonal rentals or Big Squam with dry boathouse. Seven bedroom Randy Hilman, long-term rentals @ 253-9360 shingle style home, sleeping porches, (Center Harbor Office) widows walk, 3 fireplaces, built-ins and more. *Pat Isaacson @ 875-3128 (Alton Office) or e-mai [email protected] $775,000 (4326659) Call 253-9360 Seasonal and Long-Term Rentals Wanted Owners please call about our rental program. ONE STOP SHOPPING: LAND Moultonboro • $139,000 • #4326290 Real Estate Moultonboro • $127,900 • #4327265 SANDWICH - EXPANSIVE VIEWS from this very private 64 acres in Sandwich. BELMONT - Nice 1.2 acre level building lot, driveway has been Affordable 3 bedroom, one level living home in Adorable 3 bedroom bungalow, fully furnished, Just 2/10th mile to Looking for a BIG VIEW and an already cleared 4 acre house site? THIS IS IT! roughed in. Moultonborough. Take advantage of the low taxes, school Mortgage large sandy beach, picnic area & boat launch. Private clubhouse $280,000 (4240502) Call 253-9360 $47,000 (4263454) Call 875-3128 system, the convenience to town and the town beach. w/tennis courts & playground . Many improvements. Title Services MOULTONBOROUGH - 12 acre land parcel offers lengthy road frontage, WAKEFIELD - Wooded .93-Acre lot with access to beach on Pine Kay Huston 603-253-4345 Barbara Mylonas 603-253-4345 privacy and possible views. River Pond. Location close to Route 16. $129,000 (4219142) Call 253-9360 $24,900 (4228971) Call 875-3128 15 Railroad Ave., Wolfeboro 569-3128 / Junction Routes 25 & 25B, Center Harbor 253-9360 108 Main St., Alton 875-3128

27 South Main Street • Wolfeboro, NH 603-569-0101 www.wolfeboro.co SALES AND RENTALS

Alton/Wolfeboro Town Line… Nature Abounds! Walk to Knights Pond Conserva- tion from your back door! Buy one or both, Over an Acre in Wolfeboro… Sunny, mostly 1.5 level acres each. Underground utilities, no level 1.2 acres is a short walk to town, ma- association. Motivated Seller! ($75,000 Each) rinas, shopping and restaurants. Easy access on paved town road. Town water. Reduced. ($74,900)

Wonderful one level living… Modern open Happy Holidays! Whether you are Buying, Selling or design in this Wolfeboro ranch, great room w/ Renting, we offer quality competent realty services in a cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors, full base- convenient location in downtown Wolfeboro. Call us to- ment, lots of sun, 4 garage bays. Priced to sell! day for a Free/Confidential Comparative Market Analysis ($259,900) or to inquire about Lakes Region Real Estate.

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WOLFEBORO: A jewel on the shores of beautiful Winnipesaukee. Exquisite main WOLFEBORO: Terrific, private hilltop house, 3 bay boathouse, large sandy retreat, close to town with wonderful beach, 426’ of waterfront, canopied Winnipesaukee and mountain views, a pri- $79,995 U-shaped dock with breakwater, carriage vate setting, 9.11 acres, an open concept or $8,000 down house, great views, a private setting Ranch with Rumford fireplace, built-ins, $139,900 and more. generator, attached 2 car garage. 300 mo. @ $469 - APR 6% $4,500,000 MLS # 4117817 $475,000 MLS # 4166103 LAND WOLFBORO: Highland Terrace-.54 acre building lot, close to town, dead-end street, neighborhood area, close to beach, schools & library. $35,000 ...... MLS 4249269 TUFTONBORO: Nice 2 acre building lot, plenty of pri- Call Kevin 603-387-7463. Directions: Rt. 93 Exit #23 vacy, not too far from school & library, easy access Right for ½ mile, left at post office for 800’ to Moultonboro & Ossipee. $59,000 ...... MLS # 4262134 OSSIPEE: Beautiful antique Tallwall Cape OSSIPEE:46.89 acres, 2 lots of record, mostly cleared, Mansfield Woods - 88 North Rt. 132, New Hampton, NH with lower level apartment, upper level 2000’ of road frontage and on busySOLD Route 25. awaits your finishing touches, 2 lots $150,000 MLS # 4196440( Additional acreage available) totaling 1.32 acres, frontage on RT 16 WOLFEBORO: 34 acres with over 1600’ of road too. Great commercial and/or residen- frontage on two state highways, RT’s 16 & 109, tial property with plenty of options and nice mountain views, fields, sandy soil. Plenty of opportunities. options here. $299,000 ...... MLS # 4211376 $189,000 MLS # 4099915

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Friday, December 13 Tuesday, December 17 GIRLS BASKETBALL GIRLS BASKETBALL Gilford at Franklin, Gilford at Inter-Lakes, 6 p.m. 6 p.m. BOYS BASKETBALL Inter-Lakes at Gilford, 6 p.m. SWIMMING Gilford at Goffstown, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 18 HOCKEY Kennett at Belmont-Gilford, 7 p.m. Sunday, December 15 SWIMMING Gilford, Inter-Lakes at UNH, Icebreaker Invitational, 10 a.m. Early deadlines ahead for the holidays COURTESY PHOTO WOLFEBORO — Due weeks. The Lakes Region Wavemakers are in the middle of the winter season. to the Christmas and New Therefore, all content Year’s holidays approach- for the Dec. 26 edition is ing in the next few weeks, due by Dec. 19 and all con- Wavemakers continue on with winter season our sports sections will tent for the Jan. 2 edition have to have early dead- is due on Dec. 26. We un- LACONIA — The Lakes Rose Sinkus, Ela Goucher, Witham and Brooke Vetter. The swimmers offer their lines for a couple of weeks derstand that these early Region Wavemkers Swim Jacob Green, Hannah Hib- The team is made up of thanks to coaches Dave in a row. deadlines may cause some Team has begun its com- bert, Alyxandra Huckaby, 70 swimmers from sever- Gingrich, Lynne Morea, Ni- In order to avoid print- issues (especially with the petition season with four Syndey Irons, Alli Keith, al of the area towns in the cole Malloy, Jill Whitaker ing on Dec. 24, Dec. 25, Dec. holiday tournaments), but meets under its belt. Sever- Maggie Kirwan, Alexa La- lakes region. The squad and Lynsdey Cochrane for 31 and Jan. 1, all deadlines we hope readers under- al of the swimmers had best zazzara, Alex Mailloux, has welcomed many new helping them find success. are moved up two busi- stand the reasons for these times from last season with Angela Bonnell, Joseph swimmers to the team. ness days for the next two early deadlines. many placing in the top 10. Bonnell, Caitlyn Dunleavy, Numerous swimmers Kaitlyn Egbert, Paige Fend- have placed in the top 10 at erson, Katie Gingrich, Abenaki Lacrosse registration night is Jan. 9 the meets, including Kayla Syndey Mailloux, Juilet Cisernos, Rebecca Cook, Sinkus, Anna Stankes, WOLFEBORO — Abena- to participate in Abenaki The information and highly encouraged for re- Kaitlyn Callahan, Hayley Bethany Tanner, Ethan ki Lacrosse is gearing up Lacrosse. The season runs registration night is sched- quired signatures on the Cochrane, Alex Dimario, Vachon, Tessa Tanner, Mi- for the 2014 season and is from April to June and uled for Thursday, Jan. 9, registration forms. Laurel Gingrich, Murphy chele Young, Grace Shoe- hosting information and practices are twice a week, at 6 p.m. at Crescent Lake For more information, Harris, Joshua Kelleher, maker, Bryhannah Pinard, registration sessions in with games on Sunday. School in Wolfeboro, Os- visit www.abenakiy- Ayden Malloy, Eric Phelps, Olivia Morea, Hannah three different locations. Players between the ages sipee Central School and outhlacrosse.com or e-mail Kayla Phelps, Charlotte Verille, Dagon Burr, Thor All ability levels of both of six and 15 are welcome to New Durham School. abenakilacrosse@gmail. Phillippy, Garret Shaffer, Burr, Maddie Hastie, Ryan boys and girls are welcome join a team. Player attendance is com.

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