THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2012 GILFORD, N.H. - FREE Gunstock opens for 75th year

BY ERIN PLUMMER [email protected] stock Marketing Director month, and the Human Re- Skis, snowboards, snow Bill Quigley said the Com- sources director has been tubes, and happy winter en- missioners recently met to meeting with different de- thusiasts are taking to the discuss the past summer. partments to get everyone slopes for another season at “We had just a phenome- ready. Gunstock Mountain Resort. nal summer; we’re looking The snowmaking process Gunstock officially forward to a great year,” has been busy all summer opened for its 75th season on Quigley said. and fall. Gunstock has been Friday, one of its earliest Quigley said opening ef- making sure the trails have opening days in a decade, forts have been in high gear been all cut and cleared in thanks to new snowmaking since the end of Halloween. preparation for opening. equipment and cold temper- “Since the end of Morbid The mountain has some atures. Mountain, it’s been all hands new additions to its snow- Gunstock is opening for on deck,” Quigley said. making equipment that winter this year after com- Quigley said Gunstock make it able to produce ing off a successful summer has been in hiring and train- much more snow. The snow season of activities. Gun- ing mode for more than a guns have a new air cooler that drastically reduces the temperature at the head of the guns. This makes the snowmaking process more In Our Schools: efficient and can push out a significant increase in snow every minute. PHOTO BY ERIN PLUMMER Haylee Morrison, Kellie Morrison, and Olivia Smelster take a ride by the lodge on Gunstock Mountain Resort’s Quigley said while Moth- GES first graders receive opening day. er Nature is never consis- tent, the new snowmaking opens the first full weekend Quigley said the ski business to 51 million over the entire the gift of learning system makes the mountain in December. Last year, Gun- usually sees 61 million ski- industry across the country. able to cheat out nature a bit. stock opened on Dec. 18 due ing days, but last year’s He said Lake Tahoe had the Gilford Elementary at the beginning of January. Gunstock traditionally to warm temperatures. warm winter shortened that SEE GUNSTOCK PAGE A14 School first graders have re- The grant also provides ceived the gift of learning. the opportunity to have The Gilford Educational En- Cathy Duffy, the Education dowment Fund has gener- Director of Prescott Farm From page to stage: ously donated funds to Environmental Education award a recent grant appli- Center in Laconia, to visit ‘Little Mermaid’ musical director helps bring songs to life cation submitted by the first the four first grade class- grade classroom teachers. rooms several times during BY ERIN PLUMMER it,” Sanborn said. “I love mu- [email protected] The grant will allow for the school year. Mrs. Duffy sic, I’m a singer, I get to sing, the purchase of classroom will provide outdoor learn- The Middle School pro- and I get to help others to materials, including the pur- ing lessons about identifying duction of “The Little Mer- sing.” chase of five GPS devices. animal tracks this winter. maid, Jr.” is getting exten- Sanborn worked with the Students will be creating a Each first grade class will be sive musical help from a Gil- students in “Seussical,” and map of the nature trail using responsible for a section of ford alum with a talent for came back to wok with the the GPS devices and Google the map and will collect data singing and music. large production of “The Lit- Earth. As the year pro- and compare results of Laura Sanborn is work- tle Mermaid, Jr.” gresses, they will return to which animals are found in ing with the students as the At the beginning of “The the nature trail many times each area. Mrs. Duffy will show’s musical director; Little Mermaid,” Sanborn to collect data about the ani- return to Gilford Elemen- helping students learn and worked with the students to mals and plants they find. tary School in the spring and perfect their parts. help them learn their parts. Students will take pictures conduct “ponding” lessons Music and theater has Though the process she has and write about what they with the children. We will been an important part of helped them fine tune their have learned. Then they will learn about the importance Sanborn’s life and family. performances and perfect “pin” their learning to the of wetlands and the life cy- Her mother is GHS Vocal Di- their parts. PHOTO BY ERIN PLUMMER Google Map. The map will cles of animals which live rector Denise Sanborn. Lau- Laura Sanborn, musical director for “The Little Mermaid, Jr.,” has been “They’re not just singing be accessible on the school there. Students will contin- ra Sanborn herself has been working with Gilford Middle School students on their upcoming per- the notes; they’re doing it in Web site, and students’ ually collect data, write singing and working in the- formance. a way that’s entertaining to learning will appear with about their learning and ater since she was two-years- the audience,” Sanborn said. the click of a mouse over the share their findings by post- old. She did theater at for all sional photographer, taking the musical director for the Sanborn said the first im- pin. ing them on the Google Map. four years at Gilford High photos for clients at Leg- past two Middle School pro- pression many of the kids Information about how to What an exciting way to be School before graduating in endary Photography. ductions. will have of the play and its access the Google Map will able to share our learning 2008. She still helps out with the “I kind of just learned songs is from the movie. She be made available to families with the Gilford community! Sanborn is now a profes- music program and has been from seeing my mother do said she wanted the students to develop their own under- standing and interpretation of the parts and the songs Convenience Care opens at LRGHealthcare aside from what they have seen in the movie. BY ERIN PLUMMER [email protected] gion General Hospital has injuries without going to the need for people who need the different insurance com- “Have them take their opened its new Convenience emergency room. Conditions that same day service with- panies. own approach and not copy LACONIA — Those suf- Care center. ideal for treatment at Conve- out seeing their primary care “This is sort of the way the movie,” Sanborn said. fering from colds, earaches, Convenience Care official- nience Care include colds physician,” said Director of that a lot of other care cen- Sanborn has been work- cuts, scrapes, and other com- ly opened on Friday,and pro- and flu, allergies, sore Emergency Services Debbie ters are going,” said Dr. Paul ing with the students mon conditions have a new vides a place for the treat- throats, ear pain, sprains and Livernois. Racicot, Medical Director of through many rehearsals. option for care as Lakes Re- ment of minor illnesses and strains, muscle aches and As of its opening, Conve- Convenience Care. Several of the older students pains, cuts and scrapes, mi- nience Care is staffed from 9 Racicot says the area worked with her last year nor burns, and work injuries a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a gives people access to in an while many of the younger among other minor condi- week, with a nurse practi- office environment, especial- ones are working with her tions. Flu shots will also be tioner and two nurses at min- ly when their care does not for the first time. available during flu season. imum. The area has lab and SEE CONVENIENCE PAGE A13 SEE MERMAID PAGE A13 Patients with more seri- x-ray services on site. Conve- ous injuries and illnesses nience Care is connected to will be treated in the emer- the emergency room by way gency room, though Conve- of a back hallway.If a patient nience Care offers a new, is deemed in need of emer- Wine Tasting quicker option for more mi- gency care, the patient can FLORIDA Fridays at 4 pm nor needs. be privately taken to the Patients check into Con- emergency room through RED GRAPEFRUIT$ venience Care at the regis- that hallway. 1 tration desk in the main lob- Convenience Care is ex- 4/ by.The patients then receive pected to replace the hospi- a brief screening to make tal’s Fast Track department. sure their ailments can be Fast Track is considered an treated through Conve- emergency room service by nience Care or whether they insurance companies, while PHOTO BY ERIN PLUMMER require more extensive at- Convenience Care is consid- Dr. Paul Racicot, Medical Director of Convenience Care, stands in front tention in the Emergency De- ered an office visit. Co-pays of one of the new exam rooms in Convenience Care at Lakes Region partment. for Convenience Care visits OPEN THURS.-SUN. 8 AM - 6 PM General Hospital. “We’re trying to fill that will depend on the policies of WINTER HOURS A2 THE GILFORD STEAMER ALMANAC DECEMBER 6, 2012 Notes from the Gilford Library

BY ABI MAXWELL mortality, the “two things” Programs & Special learn how to make the gin- using our telescope? Come 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Ho, ho, LIBRARY CORRESPONDENT that she “obsess[es]” about. Events gerbread. In Part 2, you’ll Check – Out – An - Expert! ho…let’s spread some Christ- “Rowling invented one of She’s 47 years old, and she Thursday, Dec. 6 bring your gingerbread and And receive the assistance mas cheer! There’ll be music, the most popular heroes of said that she had stored up a Gingerbread Houses construct your own delec- you need. You must have a hot chocolate and snacks the late 20th Century and, in lot of “real-world material” (Preschool), 10:30 - 11:30 table house. Cost is $5. Sign Gilford Library card. 20 min- while we work on some spe- the process, single-¬handed- that she really wanted to a.m. It’s in the air…the smell up with your library card. utes max if someone is wait- cial gifts for you to share. ly rescued a generation that write. of Christmas and ginger- ing. Friends of the Library was in danger of turning “The thing about fantasy,” bread…houses! Join us to Wednesday, Dec. 12 Social Bridge, 10:30 a.m. Monthly Meeting, 6:30 - away from literature,” wrote she said, “there are certain put your special touch on Check – Out – An – Ex- – 12:30 p.m. Do you love to 7:30 p.m. The Friends of the New York Times reviewer things you just don’t do in these ready-made treats. pert!, 10 a.m. – noon. Do you play bridge and just can’t get Library meet each month. Amanda Foreman in her re- fantasy. You don’t have sex Sign-up in the Children’s have basic questions about enough? Come play ‘social’ Anyone interested in sup- view of Rowling’s new book, near unicorns. It’s an iron- Room. what to do with your com- bridge at the library! porting the library is invited “The Casual Vacancy.” That clad rule. It’s tacky.” Conversational French, puter or need help with Santa’s Workshop to attend. Rowling accomplished such So Rowling wrote an adult 3 – 4 p.m. You don’t want to downloading audio books or (Preschool – Grade four), a feat may sound like an over- book, knowing full well that lose your French language statement, but it seems to be it—and she—would undergo skills, so sign up to converse true: after years of watching incredible scrutiny. For a with a fun-loving group led Gilmanton Year-Round Library to host young readership decline, in writer who has never been by Trudy Hastings. 2009, the NEA reported that known for being comfortable Gingerbread Houses “Living with Coyotes” program beginning in 2002—just four with her fame, that seems to (Kindergarten – Grade years after the release of the show incredible courage, five), 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Gin- GILMANTON — As peo- Beginning in the early first in the Harry Potter se- and commitment to the craft. gerbread Houses (Teens), ple become more aware of 1990's, Shadler taught Con- ries—more young people After all, she could have just 5 - 6 p.m. coyotes in their neighbor- servation Issues and Wolf were reading than ever be- sat back and enjoyed her suc- Crafter’s Corner, 6 – hoods, it is important to Ecology at the University of fore. And since her series, cess, knowing that her con- 7:30 p.m. Needle arts coor- learn more about them. New Hampshire, receiving young adult novels have tak- tribution to literature—and dinator Dawn Lemay will fa- On Dec. 11, at 6 p.m., the many teaching excellence en on a cult-like popularity— the world—was certainly ad- cilitate all interested crafters Gilmanton Year-Round Li- and student recognition think “The Hunger Games” equate. who love knitting, crochet- brary will host a presenta- awards. She continues to in- or “Twilight.” So what kind Ask anyone who has read ing, and other needle work tion by Chris Shadler of Pro- struct and mentor adult de- of impact will a writer whose the Harry Potter series what projects. Bring your latest ject Coyote. All are welcome gree candidates in the UNH fifth book (Prisoner of Azka- is so great about it, and near- design and work in a relaxed and there is no charge. System at Granite State Col- ban) sold five million copies ly every answer will have corner of the library. Chris Shadler is a wild lege. in the first 24 hours it was something to do with the Paracord Bracelets, canid biologist who works While wolf recovery was COURTESY PHOTO available have on adult liter- ability those books have to 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Jae Horvath with Project Coyote. The or- “Living with Coyotes” is the sub- the focus of her early work, ature? lift you right up out of your did such a great job teaching ganization promotes edu- ject of a presentation by Chris Shadler’s attention shifted to “I don’t know if I even own world and drop you this craft to teens that we in- cated coexistence between Shadler of Project Coyote on the eastern coyote when she want to read her new book,” down in another, grander vited him back to teach the people and coyotes by cham- Tuesday, Dec. 11, 6 p.m. at the moved to New England. She said Library Assistant and one. I read part four—all sev- adults. You might want one pioning progressive man- Gilmanton Year-Round Library. chose a farm with known voracious reader Molly en-hundred and some-odd of these for yourself, or per- agement policies that reduce coyote problems to raise Harper.“I loved Harry Potter pages—one Thanksgiving haps as a gift for someone. human-coyote conflict, sup- der Dr. Erich Klinghammer. sheep and train her border so much. I grew up with it. I day, and thanks to the world Sign up with your library porting innovative scientific This opportunity and others collies. Using sound live- might just want to leave my of that book, did not stop to card. Cost is $3 for materials. research, and fostering re- inspired an eventual Mas- stock management and com- experience with JK Rowling consider and be sad about the spect for and understanding ters in Conservation Biology mon sense, she has avoided at Harry Potter.” fact that I was home alone on Friday, Dec. 7 of America's native wild at Antioch University Grad- any predation for nearly two Library Assistant Jolene a holiday. Rowling’s new Social Bridge, 10:30 "song dog." uate School. Her thesis fo- decades. A peaceful co-exis- Wernig is also a Harry Potter book certainly couldn’t do a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Do you Shadler’s interest in wild cused on the biological and tence between coyote and fan, and because of that, she that, but what other book love to play bridge and just canids began in 1980 as a vol- social perspectives of natu- livestock has grown an at- said she “really tried” to love could? Sure, books carry me can’t get enough? Come play unteer at the Wolf Park in ral recovery for the Eastern tentive audience for humane “The Casual Vacancy,” but away daily,but the number of ‘social’ bridge at the library! Battleground, Indiana un- Timber Wolf in Michigan. management. did not. And the readers at books that have carried me Knit Wits, 1:30 – 2:30 this library are not alone; un- away so effortlessly,so seam- p.m. All knitters welcome! fortunately, the reviews of lessly, and so completely? GILFORD POLICE LOG Rowling’s new book have not That is a short list, and I don’t Monday, Dec. 10 ● been glowing. It’s hard to think it’s a standard that Mahjong, 12:30 – 3 p.m. The Gilford Police De- toxicated. ditions know, though, how much of every book should be held up One of the oldest board partment reported the fol- Scott M. Neddo, age 48, of 1 lost/found items this is dependent upon ex- against. I’d like to think of games in the world – lowing activity from Nov. 27- Gilford was arrested on Dec. 6 abandoned vehicles pectation, and how much has that as I read The Casual Va- Mahjong – depends on skill, Dec. 3. 1 for Driving While Intoxi- 1 service of paperwork to do with the book itself. cancy, and to try, if possible, strategy, and a certain de- Matthew D. Roy,age 49, of cated and Aggravated Dri- 7 animal complaints In an article in the New to judge the book for what it gree of luck. Join us! Gilford was arrested on Nov. ving While Intoxicated. 3 calls for the fire depart- Yorker, Rowling mentioned is, and not for what has come 27 for Suspended Registra- Heather Bournival, age ment that this book, like all her before it. Tuesday, Dec. 11 tion (Operating — Misde- 42, of Laconia was arrested 2 lost/missing/wanted others, is about morality and Holiday Storytime (18 meanor) and Driving After on Dec. 2 for Driving While person months – five years), 10:30 Revocation or Suspension. Intoxicated and Resisting 12 requests for motorist – 11:15 a.m. Join us and our Meredith Euzzotta, age 19, Arrest or Detention. assistance special guests as we listen to of Gilford; Danielle M. Wal- Kevin K. Mougey, age 42, 3 pistol permits “How Do Dinosaurs Say Hap- ter, age 20, of Gilford; and of New Durham was arrest- 1 burglary in progress Gilford Public Library py Chanukah?” by Jane Ryan T. Carr, age 19, of La- ed on Dec. 2 for Operating 2 escorts Yolen and lean about the tra- conia were arrested on Nov. Without a Valid License, Dri- 1 911 hang-up call ditions of the Festival of 27 for Unlawful Possession of ving After Revocation or 1 shoplifter Top Ten Requests Lights. Alcohol. Euzzotta and Wal- Suspension, and Speeding. 1motor vehicle lockout 1. “The Racketeer” by John Grisham Santa’s Workshop for ter were also arrested for 1 see complainant 2. “The Forgotten” by David Baldacci Teens, 3 - 4 p.m. Re- Possession of 3 suspicious vehicle 2 domestic disturbance 3. “NYPD Red” by James Patterson member ELF? He needs Controlled/Narcotic Drugs. checks 1 harassment complaint 4. “Notorious Nineteen” by Janet Evanovich some help! We’ll have treats Trevor M. Lesko, age 20, of 19 alarms 1 report of criminal mis- 5. “Merry Christmas, Alex Cross” by James Patterson to eat and crafts to make. Belmont was arrested on 67 traffic checks chief 6. “The Orchardist” by Amanda Coplin Gingerbread Houses for Nov. 30 on two counts of Re- 3 motor vehicle com- 1 report of criminal tres- 7. “Gone Girl” by Gillian Flynn Grown-ups (Part 1), 6:30 - ceiving Stolen Property. plaints pass 8. “Brain on Fire” by Susannah Cahalan 7 p.m. Make your own gin- Alan Heinrich, age 67, of 3 motor vehicle checks 1 civil matter 9. “The Panther” by Nelson Demille gerbread house! This is a two Hampton was arrested on 10 calls for an ambulance 2 fingerprint requests 10. “Following Atticus” by Tom Ryan part activity.In Part 1, you’ll Nov. 30 for Driving While In- 8 motor vehicle accidents 2 master name checks 6 reports of suspicious 2 juvenile incidents persons 3 drug cases ound So 3 larceny 20 requests for contracted Surr und 6 reports of existing con- services Installation of Meredith, LLC 1 report of criminal HOUSE JACKING SPECIALIST threatening TV’s • Speakers Foundations Under Existing Houses 1 report of a mental per- Projectors Microblasting son 3 town ordinance viola- Demolition Sitework Yamaha Direct Custom Installer tions Free Estimates • Fully Insured Sand and Gravel 1 request for additional Caswell Construction help 603-707-9145 Cell: 603-651-9540 2 checks of road and weather conditions

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SP SP www.NewHampshireLakesAndMountains.com DECEMBER 6, 2012 Local News THE GILFORD STEAMER A3 Santaland rolls out Rotary Christmas Tree Sale moves to new location the holiday spirit The Gilford Rotary Club to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sun- register to win one of 30 spe- has launched its 26th season day. cial raffle items. There’s hot BY ERIN PLUMMER of selling Christmas trees to These New Hampshire chocolate for the kids, plus [email protected] benefit local charities. grown, freshly cut, premium piping hot hot dogs and yum- Families enjoyed a holi- There’s a new location trees will sell quickly. Hun- my corn chowder. day play land at the Gilford this year.Look for the Gilford dreds of first quality Fraser Get a great tree and the Youth Center over the week- Rotary Christmas Tree Sale Fir and balsam trees are good feeling of knowing your end at Santaland. at the former PSNH building available in all shapes and money is going to benefit the On Friday and Saturday, next to Gilford Well on Route sizes, from table top to 12 feet local charities the Gilford Ro- families were treated to food, 11, on Lakeshore Road. tall. There’s also a nice selec- tary supports year round. games, holiday treats, and Browse the great selection of tion of decorative holiday Happy Holidays from every- visits with Santa at the an- fresh cut trees from noon un- wreaths on display.Stop in at one at Gilford Rotary. nual event organized by the til 8 p.m. weekdays, and 8 a.m. the Gilford Rotary trailer and Gilford Youth Center and the Gilford Parks and Recre- ation Department with a strong group of volunteers. Parks & Rec announces Senior Kids could bounce in the bouncy houses or slide down Moment-um Dinner and Theatre Night the giant inflatable slide. For PHOTOS BY ERIN PLUMMER $3, visitors could participate Cousins Anna Sulllivan and Kendall Myers, both five-years-old, enjoy the Gilford Parks and Recre- Celtics bus trip tickets be offering four weeks of cookies they decorated at the annual Santaland event at the Gilford in the Cookie Walk, filling a ation in conjunction with still available! Cross Country Ski Lessons Youth Center. bag with cookies baked by the Gilford Middle School The Gilford Parks and at Bolduc Park this winter. community members as well Performing Arts is sponsor- Recreation Department still Lessons begin on Saturday, as parishioners from the Gil- ing a Dinner and Theatre has a few tickets left for their Jan. 5, 2013, and will contin- ford Community Church. evening for participants of bus trip to watch the Boston ue through Jan. 26, 2013 (in Children could also do an ar- the Senior Moment-um Pro- Celtics play the Orlando the event a day is cancelled ray of different crafts. Craft gram. This activity is sched- Magic at the Garden on Fri- because of poor weather, it tables were provided by Vil- uled for Wednesday, Dec. 12. day, Feb. 1. Travel to and will be made up the week(s) lage Preschool. Burgers, hot Participants will meet in the from the game will be pro- following Jan. 26). Lessons dogs, and other food items Gilford High School Lobby vided aboard a Coach Com- begin at 10 a.m., and rental were also available for at 5 p.m. to enjoy a dinner of pany Luxury Coach fully skis may be picked up at 9 guests. Market Basket donat- homemade clam chowder equipped with climate con- a.m. at Piche’s Ski Shop! ed four gingerbread houses with corn bread, beer bread trol, DVD video system and Registration forms are that were raffled off. Raffles and lemon poppy muffins. lavatory. The cost of this trip available at the Gilford were also held for an array of Following the dinner we will is $80 per participant and in- Parks and Recreation De- toys. head into the Auditorium to cludes your ticket to the partment, Bolduc Park and Children sign up for a watch the Middle School’s game and travel aboard the Piche’s Ski Shop. Please turn to visit Santa. While performance of “Little Mer- coach bus. This trip is lim- mail, fax or drop off your taking part in the party,chil- maid Jr.”. There is no fee for ited to 27 participants, so registrations directly to dren will be called to come Brothers Mitchell and Alden Townsend do a little drawing. this program, but space is register early! Piche’s Ski Shop. into the reading room and limited and reservations For more information, Cost: $65 per person in- hear a Christmas story.Then will be accepted on a first please call the Gilford Parks cludes rental equipment! $35 they would be called in to sit come basis. Participants and Recreation Department per person if you have your on Santa’s lap and have their must RSVP no later than at 527-4722. own equipment! photos taken with Santa. noon on Friday, Dec. 7. If you have any questions, Photos were then emailed to For more information or Bolduc Park Cross please contact Bob or Pat the families for free. to RSVP, please contact the Country Ski Program Bolduc at 524-2068. Santaland started four Gilford Parks and Rec. De- The Gilford Parks and years ago. partment at 527-4722. Recreation Department will “We wanted to do some- thing community based,” said Gilford Youth Center Di- Wixson Senior Citizen Dinner rector Scott Hodsdon. “With everything going on at Christmas, we wanted it to to be held December 6 be free.” The 27th annual Rev. Ray This event is put on every of our local talent. There is The event was done in Wixson Memorial Gilford Se- year by the members of the also a rumor that Santa him- conjunction with the Parks Specially decorated Christmas trees went up on display for the first ever nior Citizen Dinner & Holi- Gilford Rotary Club to thank self might stop by! Please and Recreation department, Festival of Trees event at Santaland. day Celebration will take the seniors of Gilford for call the Gilford Community a partnership that Hodsdon place on Thursday, Dec. 6 at their many contributions to Church at 524-6057 to make said falls within the GYC’s of Trees. The Gilford Com- the family learned of the 5:45 p.m. at the Gilford Com- Gilford over the years. There your reservations. Trans- goal of working with Parks munity Church Youth event shortly after Kendall munity Church and Commu- will be a traditional turkey portation is available if and Recreation. Group, the Gunstock Swim started kindergarten. The nity Center, Potter Hill Road, dinner with all the “fixings” needed. The event was entirely Team, Carey Hough Photog- family usually goes to the Gilford. and entertainment by some volunteer based with volun- raphy, the Keenan-Kelly Christmas Village event in teers from the church, other Family, and Isabel Thomp- Laconia, though said lines organizations, and the com- son all decorated trees and there tend to be long. This Laconia Elks hosting benefit munity helping out. put them up for display at year they decided to try out “We couldn’t do an event Santaland. Event partici- the Gilford event. like this without the support pants had the opportunity to “We love it, great little ac- for Children’s Auction of the community,”Hodsdon vote for their favorites with tivity,” Myers said. “You said. the winner receiving a pizza move quickly, and you still The first annual Elks Ma- vided by Lakeside Famous forward to raising money for Local scouts also helped party. get to do a lot of stuff.” nia to benefit the WLNH Roast Beef, Pizza and Seafood the children of the Lakes Re- run the games. Friday night was a busy Mitchell and Alden Children’s auction will be Restaurant in Laconia for gion. For more information “My troop is high school night in Santaland. Hodsdon Townsend did some coloring held at the Laconia Elks #876 each team member. contact Donna or Peter at the girls and they just love this,” said Santaland has tradi- among the different activi- on 17 Sugarbush Lane, Gil- Laconia Elks is excited Laconia Elks #876 Lodge at said Donna Snow, senior tionally been a popular ties. Their dad John ford, on Thursday, Dec. 6, about this event, and looking 524-0809. leader for Girl Scout Troop event, especially with the Townsend said this is the from noon to midnight. 11809. “You never get too old Holiday Fair going on at the third year they have been to Each team has pledged a for Santaland.” church and the craft fair at Santaland. minimum of $600 for the Many of the games were the high school on Saturday. “I like the fact that they Children’s Auction. There made by the Girl Scouts and Cousins Anna Sulllivan get their energy out,” John will be 14 teams, and each Snow said the scouts try to and Kendall Myers, both five- Townsend said. team has a name. There have introduce a new game every years-old, enjoyed decorat- Mom Sarah Townsend been some interesting year. The scouts make and ing cookies and the other ac- said she especially liked names come up such as Elk work at the games as a com- tivities and events with their meeting other members of Up or Shut Up, Troublemak- munity service project. families. This was their first the community at the event. ers, and many more. Each This year’s Santaland al- year at Santaland. Kendall’s “It’s nice to see all our team member will spend an so debuted its own Festival mom Mary Ann Myers said friends,” Sarah Townsend entire hour on an Elks said. barstool. Food is being pro- Happy Holidays from Sensories Skin Care We are here for all your skin care needs. – Massages Also Available –

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She does With the holiday season now in full swing, it Hampshire Humane Soci- take medication for her seems that we are surrounded every day by an ety when elder dogs like creaky bones, and does re- endless barrage of flyers,newspaper advertise- Zoey would never have been quire some TLC given her ments and television commercials announcing considered for adoption, in- former living conditions stead, shortly after arriving were unsanitary and inhu- the latest one-day sale or early morning ‘door- would have met a different mane. buster’ deal offered by the retail giants that dom- fate. Please help this wonder- inate our shopping malls. But those days are over. ful older Bassett Hound find With the economy still seemingly in the grip NHHS has the fourth some joy this holiday sea- of a recession, forcing all of us to tighten our highest adopting rate in son. She would love to find a belts as best we can, we know that the tempta- New England, a statistic we present under the tree in are proud of. You see, this your home with her name tion to save big on that flat screen TV for dad or shelter is a place where even on it. that popular and hard-to-find toy for the little those who have endured se- For more information, one in your life by making the trek to Concord verely hard times can final- call 524-3252 or check or Manchester can sometimes be hard to resist. ly find comfort and peace. www.nhhumane.org. This holiday season, however,we encourage our readers to do their FROM OUR READERS shopping a little closer to home whenever pos- ● sible, and support the local businesses that ad- vertise their wares on the pages of this news- Thanks to those who made paper each week. In an era when shopping malls and so-called Belknap Mill Anniversary Dinner a success “big box stores” have tried to corner the market To the Editor: and a guest speaker who Company provided dessert the auction a hilarious event when it comes to convenience by seemingly of- On Friday, Nov. 9, the His- knows a lot about weather: coffee. not to be forgotten! High bid- fering anything and everything a shopper could toric Belknap Mill on Beacon Boston TV weatherman Bob The glittery winter ders walked away with some want under one roof, it can be all to easy to for- Street in Laconia held its an- Copeland who spoke about themed décor was the vision wonderful items. get that the Lakes Region boasts an equally wide nual Anniversary Dinner New Hampshire’s winter of committee member Lau- We would like to thank range of small, privately owned shops where celebration. This year the weather. rie Stone with greenery cour- Historic Belknap Mill holiday shoppers can find a truly unique gift for Belknap Mill marked its As chair of the Anniver- tesy Belknap Landscaping. friends and members who 189th year; the brick mill sary Dinner Committee, I Guests were entertained provided auction items. that special someone on their list. From one-of- building has a long, rich his- would like to thank everyone during the cocktail hour by Historic Belknap Mill a-kind clothing tory serving the Lakes Re- who attended and also give a New Hampshire event fundraisers such as the boutiques to cooperative galleries that offer gion and New Hampshire. special thanks to the busi- musician/guitarist Mark Anniversary Dinner would local crafters and artists an opportunity to dis- The annual Anniversary nesses and individuals who Hamer. not be possible without the play their unique creations for purchase, to in- Dinner marks the milestones helped make the event a suc- We would also like to support of the public. These dependent book stores where shoppers can find of the Historic Belknap Mill; cess. thank weatherman Bob fundraisers support the the dinner is a fundraiser for The dinner was provided Copeland and his wife Belknap Mill’s programs, works by local authors the national chains the Mill and is the combined by some of the area’s finest Martha, who traveled from many of which focus on haven’t yet taken notice of, the Gilford area of- effort of the Mill’s trustees, restaurants: Contigiani’s their northern New Hamp- youth, such as the annual fers no shortage of alternatives to the crowded, members, staff and generous Catering (bar service and shire home to join us for din- school program titled My frenzied atmosphere and cookie-cutter mer- local businesses. hors d’oeuvres); Hart’s ner; Bob’s talk about NH win- First Day of Work in a Mill. chandising that so often defines the shopping ex- Each year,we offer the An- Turkey Farm Restaurant; ter weather was fascinating We invite you to check out perience at major retailers this time of year. niversary Dinner with a dif- Curt’s Caterers; T Bones and definitely fun! our year round events and ferent theme; this year’s Great American Eatery; The live auction is a popu- programs at www.belknap- Along with the often one-of-a-kind merchan- theme was “Winter in all Its Fratello’s Restaurant; O lar and much-anticipated mill.org or call 524-8813 for dise available at local businesses, another key Glory.” We featured a Steaks and Seafood and portion of the Anniversary membership information. component of the ‘Shop Local’ experience is the sparkling winter décor, Kevin’s Café. Delicious Dinner and this year we were Sincerely, warming foods from area desserts were provided by very fortunate to have auc- Peggy Martin quality of customer service that shoppers will Historic Belknap Mill trustee and find at their neighborhood store. Without restaurants, a wonderful Laconia Village Bakery and tioneer extraordinaire and Anniversary Dinner chair crowds of hundreds competing for their atten- gallery exhibit by local artist Guiseppe’s Pizzeria and Ris- Lakes Region resident War- Roger Gagne, a fun auction torante. Woodshed Roasting ren Clement. Warren made tion, local business owners are able to provide their customers with the kind of personalized, one-on-one attention What is the fate of our state’s balanced budget? that is all too often lacking at the big box stores. Lastly, and most importantly, we urge our To the Editor: hope that she, along with the ahead of projections by $1.9 petitive and leaves our resi- readers to shop local this holiday season because As our Governor-elect, newly elected legislators, is million. This shows that dents out of work. Maggie Hassan, begins as- paying attention to the cur- when the Republicans put The direction of our De- every dollar spent locally is an investment in the sembling the biennial 2013- rent state of the New Hamp- this budget together it was as mocratic majority leader- community.The owners of our local businesses 2015 budgets, will she keep it shire budget. As of October close to “on target” as possi- ship during the next two are a vital part of the community.They are our balanced without increasing (16 months into our two-year ble. Further, the fact that to- years remains to be seen. Will neighbors, our friends; in some cases, they serve taxes and fees or using ac- budget), revenue figures bacco taxes came in nearly $2 it be an agenda of increased as our public officials; and the revenue they gen- counting gimmicks, or will show that the state brought million ahead of projections, taxes, creating decreased erate creates local jobs, maintains the munici- we once again see a host of in $8.9 million above projec- despite the fact that other growth and jobs; or reduced increased taxes and fees to tions. This puts our revenue “sin taxes” were below pro- taxes coupled with responsi- pal services that so many of us have come to re- accommodate the depart- projections to within two jections, demonstrates that ble, moderated spending, ly on,and helps ment budget requests of up tenths of one percent. The our decision to repeal the last making us more competitive to support the local school system. They are to a 26 percent increase (19 gains, albeit modest, were led of the four tobacco tax in- in the job market? an important thread in the tapestry of commu- percent if you include all by business taxes which were creases was the right one. Respectfully submitted, funds)? ahead by $4.2 million and to- Cutting taxes creates eco- Colette Worsman nity life here in the Lakes Region, and the loss State of N.H. Representative for of that thread would cause the entire tapestry to For the sake of our state bacco and real estate trans- nomic growth and jobs. Rais- Gilford and Meredith and citizenry, I hope not. I fer taxes which were each ing taxes makes us less com- unravel. So, as you head out on your own holiday shop- ping excursions this year, please consider stay- A belated thank you ing a little closer to home, and support the busi- nesses that support your community — and sup- To the Editor: counts. port us — by keeping it local. 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They may also be made E-mail us at [email protected]. available for re-sale, with any proceeds going to Salmon Press and/or the photo re-print vendor. We’re looking forward to hearing from you! DECEMBER 6, 2012 Culture THE GILFORD STEAMER A5 North Country Notebook The lynx and other species are back, but who’ll save the humble apostrophe? window afforded me a whole of Randolph’s officials to use new vantage point to shoot it too, which they now do. the river again (unfortunate- (Here, in an aside, I’m think- ly, not in a canoe). So I hus- ing of all those Lakes Region tled out to the vehicle and townspeople south of the fetched my camera, with the notches who willy-nilly, in river’s history in mind. paean to who knows whose It was, of course, Israel’s movement, request or de- River, or as many people and mand, dropped their “ugh” writers today put it, the Is- — Wolfeboro(ugh), to me the rael River. Those last would, saddest, and Moultonbor- to be fair,include editors who ough (with the “ugh”), and suspect, probably for good kudos to you, being the sole reason, that the bulk of their holdout — and so I think readers know or care not one “You go, Randolph, for “Isre- whit about the history. So al’s” as in a cheer, so I can, what — it’s just an apostro- with that, avoid using the By JOHN HARRIGAN phe. hackneyed exclamation Well, it’s not just an apos- point. COLUMNIST trophe. Time to digress. So I Okay, already, so on to the called up Art McGrath, who history. This piece was going to be now edits the Coos County The Glines brothers, John about history, but somehow Democrat, situated in the and Israel, seem to have been newsroom banter and in- shire town of the county and the first documented inquis- trigue intervened. The me- established in 1838. “Anyone itive investigators of the PHOTO BY JOHN HARRIGAN dia are craven about con- who sits in the editor’s chair North Country. They were Israel’s River flows below Lancaster as it always has, free of dams or diversions, its waters from the high coun- templating their own navels, eventually has to make the based in Meredith, and em- try headed for the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound. but the history part of this decision on how to handle barked on an exploring and will resurface. the river‘s name,” I said. trapping adventure some- loaded with tales of the won- the tillable land and the fer- rael’s seems to have been a The real subject is a time- “What do you do?” time before 1750. I’ll be ready derful potentials of the land tility of the soil. better abode and he was a honored river that flows There was a pause, and to dispute this when and if I north of the notches. He was (Another aside: One party pretty good cook, and so through Lancaster, a river I then he said, “I write it ‘the track down an earlier visit, part of the 1759 Rogers’ of the now-starving Rangers, brother John frequently have photographed many Israel River,’ but I let Edith and journal, by two adven- Rangers mission. who split up to confuse and trudged up to visit him for times, and I was gazing at it get away with using the apos- turous trappers, one of In 1759, Rogers’ Rangers evade their pursuers but also supper, making the long trek one day last week from with- trophe.” which was a man named went up the Champlain to be better able to surprise back to his own territory in in the Simon the Tanner He meant Edith Tucker, Haines, who kept the jour- (down, actually) and at- and kill game, supposedly the morning. warehouse and store in one who covers a huge outdoor- nal, and somewhere, and I tacked and sacked the St. chose Israel’s River to follow (Caveat: I have trouble of the old Thompson Manu- oriented beat all over the have to search, I once saw a Francis Indian village on the up into the highlands in with this “first known” con- facturing buildings when it North Country and beyond, footnote about. Oh, for the St. Lawrence and retreated, hopes of finding a notch that tact between the original in- dawned in my Cro-Magnon and also has to handle the time for it all. the enraged Indians hot on would enable them to reach habitants of the country and mind that this situation (be- day to day stuff involving all A few years later, in 1752, their heels, down through the settlements at Fryeburg. European descendants. ing trapped in a store while sorts of events. Edith, who John Stark ventured north northern New Hampshire This party, according to leg- There is the now excavated the distaff side shopped in lives in Randolph, is square- from Londonderry to scout and Vermont. Many of them end and lore, carried a gem- and documented Norse boat- an idle, wandering fashion, ly secured to the ground, ex- the far northern territory for came down through the up- encrusted crucifix and a pre- repair site at Lans aux Mead- apparently with no specific tremely history-conscious, game, furs, and potential per Connecticut, then cious-metal statue of the Vir- ows in Newfoundland in items in mind, a thing that and knows the origins of the homesteading, and was cap- known vaguely as the Upper gin Mary stolen from the about 1100, predating Colum- drives single-minded, mis- river’s name. tured by a raiding party of Cohasse Intervales, and up- church at St. Francis, and a bus by almost 400 years. And sion-oriented, as in “get the “I always put in the apos- Abenakis. He was trotted up on reaching the southern sole survivor said the treas- the French got to Quebec and hell in and out of here as fast trophe,” she said, adding that to Quebec City and ran- settlements and home ex- ures had either been thrown Montreal long before our as possible” guys nuts). The she campaigned for the town somed, and arrived home pounded on the expanse of over a cliff or hidden in a own Colonial settlements cave by its dying possessors. took place, and explorers and This tale has engendered Jesuits went south.) treasure searches to this day. Nothing the two Glines Meadowbrook Foundation presents Gifts of Music The legendary stolen silver brothers trapped was on the candlesticks, by the way, endangered species list, be- The Meadowbrook Foun- students sold raffle tickets at port were also present over gion’s schools. were unearthed by a farmer cause there was no such dation, the charitable organ- every show with all proceeds the summer to help sell raffle The Foundation would plowing his field near Lake thing then, and people ization founded by the Mead- to benefit the Meadowbrook tickets for the guitar. The like to thank all those who Memphremagog in the mid- thought that the forest and owbrook U.S. Cellular Pavil- Foundation which provides Meadowbrook Foundation participated in the guitar raf- 1800s.) its wildlife were endless. The ion, was proud to present support to music education was proud to present Gilford, fle whether purchasing or Early on, before Stark’s demise of the passenger pi- some awards last week to in schools across the Lakes Interlakes (FAME), selling tickets. And a big capture and well before the geon and the buffalo, largely area schools and one lucky Region. Kingswood, Laconia, New- thank you also goes out to Rangers’ epic, combined due to market hunting, were winner thanks to their sum- The Foundation was found, and Winnisquam Bob Kelley of Brown-For- news about the wonderful a wake-up call for the soon to mer long fundraising effort. proud to present this year’s schools with checks totaling man for graciously donating and wild territory beyond blossom conservation move- If you attended a show at lucky winner with her big $12,600. the Jack Daniels guitar. the great beyond had reached ment at the turn of the next the Meadowbrook U.S. Cellu- prize. Congratulations to Funds from the Meadow- Kelley remarks, “Music the brothers John and Israel century. lar Pavilion this summer, Angela Pouliot of Gilford! brook Foundation have sup- has always been a big part of Glines, who ventured north The apostrophe, however, you likely found a lit up red Pouliot is the proud new ported many scholarships what we do. It’s where this in the Autumn of 1750 laden lowly and often troublesome tent outside the pavilion with owner of the priceless piece and programs throughout partnership began with with traps and enough pro- and misused thing that it is, students from schools signed by artists such as Car- the years and most recently Meadowbrook five years ago. visions to last through the and in homage to the Glines throughout the Lakes Re- los Santana, Train, Sugar- became the main supporter To support the Foundation winter. Upon reaching the brothers and the maps of old, gion, touting a black Jack land, Keith Urban, Heart, of SmartMusic, which was and keep music in the southernmost river that they should have gone onto the en- Daniels guitar. This guitar, Chicago, Stone Temple Pi- put into Gilford schools this schools is to us, a worthwhile had heard of, John chose that dangered list right then, be- signed by nearly all the lots, and many more! year. SmartMusic is an endeavor.” river and its watershed to cause it’s in danger of losing artists who played the main In addition, the funds award-winning interactive trap — the current John’s its correct use, need and ap- stage at the ‘Brook during earned through the raffle music software that provides About the Meadowbrook River, flowing through preciation, and is slowly fad- the 2012 Eastern Propane were presented to several the ideal practice environ- Foundation Whitefield — and Israel ing away. Concert Series, was up for area schools to help support ment. With a subscription to The mission of the Mead- chose the next, the current grabs to one lucky winner at their music programs. All SmartMusic, students have owbrook Charitable Founda- Israel’s River flowing (This column runs in 13 the end of the season. The the schools receiving the sup- unlimited access to the tion is to enhance the educa- through Lancaster. weekly papers covering the world’s largest accompani- tional and cultural well-be- By what few accounts re- northern two-thirds of New ment library for all ages and ing of the community main, the first known Euro- Hampshire and parts of skill levels, which includes through scholarships and pean-descended visitors to Maine and Vermont. John 1,000 pieces of music. The other programs designed to the North Country,the broth- Harrigan’s address: Box 39, Pemi Choral Society Foundation’s ultimate goal is expose citizens to a wide ar- ers Glines, had a successful Colebrook, NH 03576, or to be able to provide Smart- ray of music and other per- trapping season and lived in [email protected]) announces winter Music in all the Lakes Re- forming arts. separate rough camps, but Is- concert schedule NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF SELECTMEN REGION — The Pemige- “Peace On Earth,” under the wasset Choral Society in- direction of Leslie McDon- SEWER RATES FEE SCHEDULE vites you to join us for our nell and assistant director 40th Winter Holiday Season William Gunn with pianist, Wednesday, December 12, 2012 • 7:00pm with a three-concert series Catharine Dorin, expresses Gilford Town Hall – Conference Room beginning on Thursday,Dec. this sincere wish for our 13, 7:30 p.m. at Gilford Com- planet through choral selec- The Gilford Board of Selectmen will be holding a public munity Church. tions that span the globe. hearing pursuant to the provisions of RSA 41:9-a and RSA This performance will be Join Pemi as we sing songs of 149-I on proposed amendments to the Sewer Rates Fee followed with concerts on peace and celebration from Schedule to take effect as of January 1, 2013. Tree Pendant Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m. in Franklin Russia, Africa, Scotland, Proposed fee increases are as follows: Sterling at St Paul’s Roman Catholic Austria, and beyond to usher From $85 Church and Sunday, Dec. 16, in this wonderful time of Administrative Fee (quarterly per unit) 14k from $260 3 p.m. at Hanaway Theater in year. Traditional pieces like (orders taken thru 12/15/12) Silver Cultural Arts Center Bach’s Jesu, Joy of Man’s De- CURRENT NEW $ CHANGE % CHANGE at Plymouth State Universi- siring and the 17th Century $17.55 $14.60 -$2.95 -16.8% ty. All concerts are open to piece; Let all Nations Praise Usage Rate (per 1,000 gallons) the public with admission by the Lord as arranged by Lau- donation in Gilford and ra Hoggard to the lighter CURRENT NEW $ CHANGE % CHANGE Franklin. General admis- tune of Ding Dong Merrily $5.73 $5.99 $0.26 4.6% sion at Plymouth State Uni- On High, arranged by Dr. versity is $10, and tickets are Robert Swift will lift the spir- All other sewer rate fees will remain the same. Copies of the proposed fee schedule and the existing fee schedule available in advance by call- its of all who share this time are available at the Selectmen’s Office or on line at ing 535-ARTS. Remaining with us. For additional infor- www.gilfordnh.org. Copies will also be made available at –––––––– Extended Holiday Hours –––––––– tickets will be available at the mation, visit our Web site at the public hearing. Any interested person may attend this door. www.pemichorial.org. public hearing and/or submit testimony related thereto. Open 7 Days a Week This program, titled A6 THE GILFORD STEAMER Culture DECEMBER 6, 2012 Donato Cabrera named Music Director of NH Music Festival MEREDITH — After an round, Statewide Music Ed- ducted the Orchestra with 24 American composers. He is extensive search spanning ucation and Enrichment Se- hours’ notice in a program dedicated to music education three years, the Board of Di- ries has reached more than that included Mozart’s Sym- and has worked with mem- rectors of the New Hamp- 50,000 students over 20 con- phony No. 38 and Ravel’s or- bers of the young artist pro- shire Music Festival is de- tinuous academic years. chestration of Mussorgsky’s grams of the San Francisco lighted to announce the ap- Donato Cabrera is the Res- Pictures at an Exhibition. Opera, Lyric Opera of Chica- pointment of Donato Cabr- ident Conductor of the San From 2005 to 2008, Cabrera go, and Portland Opera. era as the Festival’s sixth Francisco Symphony (SFS) was Associate Conductor of Cabrera has also been a fre- Music Director. and the Wattis Foundation the San Francisco Opera, quent conductor of Young “Cabrera’s appointment Music Director of the San where he prepared the cast People’s Concerts of the New is a milestone for the Festi- Francisco Symphony Youth and conducted the first re- Jersey Symphony Orches- val,” said Board Chairman Orchestra (SFSYO). He hearsals for the world pre- tra. Ron Sibley. “The Board felt works closely with SFS Mu- miere of John Adams’s Doc- Cabrera was the rehearsal that he was the best choice to sic Director Michael Tilson tor Atomic as well as con- and cover conductor for the preserve the legacy of per- Thomas and frequently con- ducting performances of Die Metropolitan Opera produc- formance that Festival pa- ducts the San Francisco Fledermaus, Don Giovanni, tion and DVD release of Doc- trons have come to expect, Symphony throughout the Tannhäuser, and The Magic tor Atomic, which won the while at the same time pro- year, including the annual Flute. In December 2009, he 2012 Grammy® Award for viding sound artistic leader- Día de los Muertos Commu- made his debut with the San Best Opera Recording. In ship that will shape the Fes- nity Concert, as well as the Francisco Ballet, conducting February 2010, he was recog- tival’s offerings for years to Concerts for Kids, Adven- performances of The Nut- nized by the Consulate-Gen- come. For the Festival to live tures in Music, and Music for cracker. eral of Mexico in San Fran- up to its potential as an ad- Families concerts, which an- In 2002, Cabrera was a cisco as a Luminary of the vocate for outstanding per- nually draw more than 60,000 Herbert von Karajan Con- Friends of Mexico Honorary forming arts in New Hamp- young people and their fam- ducting Fellow at the Committee, for his contribu- shire, we needed to find bold, ilies from throughout the Salzburg Festival. He has tions to promoting and de- visionary leadership. In Do- Bay Area to Davies Sympho- served as assistant conduc- veloping the presence of the nato Cabrera, we have found ny Hall. tor at the Ravinia, Spoleto Mexican community in the that leadership.” In June 2012, Cabrera led (Italy), and Aspen Music Fes- Bay Area. In March 2009, Concerning his appoint- the SFSYO on their eighth tivals, and as resident con- Cabrera was asked to be one ment, Maestro Cabrera said, European tour. For a series ductor at the Music Acade- of eight participants in the “I'm incredibly honored to be of six performances—in- my of the West. Cabrera has 2009 Bruno Walter National chosen as Music Director for cluding appearances at the also been an assistant con- Conductor Preview, leading COURTESY PHOTO the New Hampshire Music Berlin Philharmonie, Mu- Donato Cabrera ductor for productions at the the Nashville Symphony Festival. From the moment nich Philharmonie, Rhein- Metropolitan Opera, Lyric over two days in a variety of the exceptionally talented gau Music Festival in Wies- ican Mavericks Festival. Mark Grey’s ?tash Sorushan. Opera of Chicago, and Los works. He holds degrees musicians of the orchestra baden, International Festi- During the 2011-12 season, In April 2010, Cabrera Angeles Philharmonic. from the University of Neva- and I began rehearsing, I was val d’Echternach in Luxem- Cabrera also guest conduct- stepped in on short notice for A champion of new mu- da and the University of Illi- intrigued and excited with bourg, Regensburg and ed the Illinois Symphony Or- the acclaimed British com- sic, Cabrera is a co-founder nois and has also pursued the possibility of spending Salzburg—the Orchestra chestra, The Bay Brass, and poser/conductor/pianist of the New York based Amer- graduate studies in conduct- part of my summers in this won a 2011-12 ASCAP Award at the New Hampshire Music Thomas Adès to conduct the ican Contemporary Music ing at Indiana University beautiful part of the country. for Adventurous Program- Festival. He made his Saint Paul Chamber Orches- Ensemble, which is dedicat- and the Manhattan School of The audience's dedication ming of American music on Carnegie Hall and Cal Per- tra. ed to the outstanding per- Music. For more informa- and ardent support for the foreign tours. In the 2012-13 formances debuts conduct- Cabrera made his San formance of masterworks tion: www.donatocabrera. music and musicians was season Cabrera will lead the ing the world and California Francisco Symphony debut from the 20th and 21st cen- com palpable during every mo- SFSYO in three subscription premieres, respectively, of in April 2009 when he con- turies, primarily the work of ment of the concerts last concerts on Nov.4, March 24, summer and it was then that and May 19, as well as in the I knew that the NHMF had annual holiday performanc- nothing but a bright and ex- es of Prokofiev’s Peter and citing future!” the Wolf on Dec. 8 at Davies Plans are underway for Symphony Hall. the Festival’s 61st Summer In addition to his duties Season, which will be an- with the NHMF, the 2012-13 nounced in early 2013. season sees Cabrera’s return “Maestro Cabrera brings to the podium as Music Di- a broad range of artistic rector of the Green Bay Sym- leadership, and fresh, adven- phony in their 99th season, turous and exciting pro- as well as debuts with the El- gramming ideas to the Festi- gin Symphony Orchestra val,” said Executive Director and Grand Rapids Sympho- Frank Pesci. “I am excited ny; and return performanc- about his appointment, and es with the Orquesta Clásica we’re already working to- de Santa Cecilia in Madrid gether planning future sea- and the California Sympho- sons.” ny.In September 2012 he con- The New Hampshire Mu- ducted the American Con- COURTESY PHOTO sic Festival has brought temporary Music Ensemble Thirty-seven Lakes Region kids from ages 6-19 and a few special guests will take to the Winni Playhouse stage beginning Dec. 7 to present “A Very world-class performers and in the world premiere of the Broadway Christmas,” a musical cabaret! educators to the Granite all-live version of Steve Re- State for more than 60 years. ich’s WTC 9/11 for three With strong roots in rural string quartets and tape at New Hampshire, the Festival Le Poisson Rouge in New Winni Playhouse presents has produced thousands of York City. concerts for residents and In March 2012, he con- visitors alike, especially in ducted the San Francisco “A Very Broadway Christmas” communities far removed Symphony Chorus, with from urban centers and lack- Paul Jacobs on organ, in the LACONIA — Thirty-sev- house’s Executive Director our new facility in Mered- tle theatre in Weirs Beach. ing the opportunity to regu- world premiere of Mason en Lakes Region kids from and director of the produc- ith.” Says Halperin, “This is an larly experience such a high Bates’ Mass Transmission, ages 6-19 and a few special tion, says, “It seems fitting to Performances of “A Very exciting time for the Play- level of performance. Com- subsequently conducting it guests will take to the Winni finish up our nine year run Broadway Christmas” will house as we grow towards mitted to developing future with the Young People’s Cho- Playhouse stage beginning with a production of our be Fridays and Saturdays, the future, but also a time to performers as well as audi- rus of New York City in Dec. 7 to present “A Very youth ensemble, as they were Dec. 7, 8, 14, and 15 at 7 p.m., remember all the wonderful ences, the Festival’s year- Carnegie Hall for the Amer- Broadway Christmas,” a mu- responsible for the first com- and Sundays, Dec. 9 and 16, at performers who participated sical cabaret! munity production we did at 2 p.m. The songs will include in our productions at our With Christmas songs the Weirs in the Fall of 2004 classics very familiar to the Weirs Beach home. We hope from Broadway shows past – ‘You’re a Good Man Char- audience as well as some to go out with a bang provid- and present, as well as fa- lie, Brown.’ It is especially newer Broadway hits. The ed by these enthusiastic vorites from other Broadway sweet that a member of that production is appropriate for young performers and an ap- musicals, these talented per- original production, who the whole family,though it is preciative audience. Come formers will brighten local was eight years old at the recommended that children celebrate with us!” families’ holiday season with time, is participating in this under the age of two be left After the final matinee on their singing and dancing. final production as well, as a home for the comfort of the Dec. 16, professional actress This will also mark the Win- graduating High School Se- rest of the audience, and for and Playhouse summer com- ni Playhouse’s final produc- nior. That’s the kind of con- the concentration of the pany member Brady Lynch tion in its Weirs Beach home nection The Playhouse hopes young performers on stage. will be premiering her origi- before moving to its Mered- to continue to make with the Tickets can be purchased by nal cabaret solo show, Grow- ith campus this Spring. Lakes Region community as calling 366-7377 and are $14 ing up Brady, at 7 p.m. More Bryan Halperin, the Play- our operation expands into for adults, $12 for seniors, information on this one- and $10 for kids and students. night only event, as well as Audiences will have the information on “A Very opportunity to celebrate the Broadway Christmas,” can SUNSET MATTRESS FACTORY holiday season with The be found at winniplay- 85 County Farm Road • Ossipee, NH 03864 Winni Playhouse as well as house.org. Family Owned and Operated Since 1953 say a final goodbye to the lit- CUSTOM MADE MATTRESSES and BOX SPRINGS For Standard, Antique Bed Sizes, and RV’s All Steel Coil Springs • Cotton Felt Padding Eyelet Border • Cotton/Poly Blend Ticking Tri-fold Foam Pads for Camping Earphones • Speakers • Sounddocks & Foam Seat Cushions for Kayaks 603-539-6256 • www.sunsetmattressfactory.com GREENLAW’S MUSIC & AUDIO OPEN: Monday 8-4:30 • Saturday 9-12 Tuesday-Friday by appointment only • Closed Sundays 633 Main St. • Laconia, NH 03246 • 603-524-1025 DECEMBER 6, 2012 Health & Wellness THE GILFORD STEAMER A7 Ten tips to breathe easier with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Simple steps to take at home to manage common COPD symptoms BY JENNIFER HARVEY coughing with clear spu- caused by smoking. dles and perfumes. stops a person with COPD LIVE FREE HOME HEALTH CARE tum, usually after waking in 2. Because people with 5. Install an indoor air fil- from eating before he/she According to the Nation- the morning. Other symp- COPD are very sensitive to tration system. Make sure it gets the calories and nutri- al Heart, Lung and Blood In- toms may also crop up with indoor air pollution, it is im- has a HEPA filter and be- ents needed. Eating the stitute, an estimated 12 mil- this progressive disease, in- portant to purify the air at ware of systems that gener- most nutritious foods first lion adults are currently di- cluding coughing that pro- home. Ventilate the home by ate ozone but claim to filter ensures a healthier diet, agnosed with Chronic Ob- duces excessive mucus, opening windows and run- the air. even if a meal is not entire- structive Pulmonary Dis- shortness of breath, wheez- ning exhaust fans. However, ly eaten. ease (COPD), and it’s esti- ing and chest tightness. when outdoor air quality is Five Steps to Improve 3. Eating smaller, more mated that another 12 mil- While there is no cure for poor or dust levels are high, Diet for Symptom frequent meals can help a lion may be living with the COPD, there are some steps keep windows closed. Management person with COPD meet dai- disease without even know- one can take at home to man- 3. Minimize dust mites by 1. For a person with ly caloric needs and feel less ing it. It’s also worth noting age and effectively ease washing bed linens weekly, COPD, breathing burns ten full, making it easier to that COPD usually strikes in symptoms, cut the risk of keeping floors clean and re- times more calories than it breathe. middle age, with smoking as complications, and improve moving dust-collecting clut- does for a person without 4. Preparing meals some- the primary risk factor.Con- quality of life. ter from the home. COPD. Eating larger meals times uses up so much ener- sistent exposure to occupa- 4. Reduce exposure to early in the day when ener- gy that a person with COPD COURTESY PHOTO tional dusts and chemicals Five steps to improve household chemicals such gy is highest will help a per- then doesn’t have enough Jennifer Harvey also presents a high risk fac- home air quality for as paints, varnishes and son gain the most calories energy to eat the meal. In- tor. symptom relief duce COPD symptoms is to cleaning products and limit and nutrients possible for stead, have a family mem- One of the first warning 1. The most important stop smoking. Roughly 85-90 the use of fragrant sprays, the day. ber, friend or a home care signs of COPD is mild step a person can take to re- percent of COPD deaths are air fresheners, scented can- 2. Fatigue sometimes agency such as Live Free Home Health Care help with grocery shopping and/or meal preparation. Study concludes Foot Reflexology is an effective aid for cancer patients 5. Sodium can cause wa- BY GALEN BEACH of reflexology at Michigan ers got a foot massage meant more easily perform such nected with the blocked ter retention, which makes REFLEXOLOGIST State University, funded by to act like a placebo, and the tasks as climbing stairs, get- nerve paths. Related to it harder to breathe, so it is The ancient art of mas- the National Cancer Insti- rest had standard medical ting dressed and going gro- acupuncture, six main ener- best to avoid foods that have saging and applying pres- tute, has confirmed its bene- treatment and no foot ma- cery shopping.” gy meridians are found in more than 300 milligrams of sure to specific reflex points fits as a complement to stan- nipulation. The conclusion Reflexology is based on the feet; restoration of the sodium per serving. No-salt on the feet has been prac- dard cancer care. The posi- of Michigan State Universi- the principle that applying flow of energy throughout spices including garlic, ticed for centuries around tive results have led to an ty researcher Gwen Wyatt, a targeted pressure to specific the body can contribute to oregano, basil, curry,onion, the world as an effective NIH research grant for an professor in the College of points on the feet (and increased vitality. parsley, rosemary and method for health mainte- expanded 5-year study. Nursing reports, hands) stimulates a nerve re- The most immediate and lemon juice are all good al- nance, prevention of disease 385 women undergoing “Over an 11-week period, flex response in correspon- noticeable effect of a foot re- ternatives. and healing. Until recently, chemotherapy or hormonal they compared the reflexolo- ding organs, glands and oth- flexology session that con- Live Free Home Health reflexology has been regard- therapy for advanced-stage gy group with a group that er parts of the body. Pres- tributes to all-around bene- Care is experienced at work- ed in the U.S. mostly as a breast cancer that had had regular foot massage sure techniques break up fits to health is a significant ing with COPD patients and pleasant comfort measure spread beyond the breast, and a group that had neither calcified deposits that can reduction of stress. Stress their family members to and its potential as an aid to were assigned randomly to foot massage nor reflexolo- accumulate in the feet, in- causes about 70% of all ill- manage symptoms and en- better health and well-being three groups: gy. People who received the terfering with circulation ness by causing muscle and sure that the home is a safe has not been comprehen- Some received treatment reflexology treatment had and irritating nerve end- tissue contraction. Reflexol- environment and free from sively investigated. by a certified reflexologist significantly less shortness ings, causing referred pain ogy reduces stress and ten- irritants. In-home care The first large-scale study (one session per week), oth- of breath and were able to in parts of the body con- sion in the body and bal- helps sufferers manage ances functions of the en- COPD through education, docrine system that con- exercise, nutritional sup- tribute to a sense of well-be- port, psychological support ing. The resulting deep re- and coping skills. Call Live Taylor Community lectures continue with laxation improves circula- Free Home Health Care to- tion and delivery of oxygen day at 217-0149 to learn more “Writing the Great American Novel” and nutrients to cells. about managing COPD Clients report feeling “re- symptoms. LACONIA — This enter- through keeping a journal sor Deleault’s engaging per- tinuing Care Retirement laxed and energized at the taining program will help at- and the importance of writ- sonality is sure to draw a full Community whose mission same time” and, after about About Live Free Home tendees explore how their ing one’s life’s experiences. house. is to provide the highest qual- three sessions, many have Health Care day-day life and personal This free lecture is open to The event is a cooperative ity retirement living options experienced relief from Serving the Lakes Region background play a role in all the public and will be pre- effort between LRCC and to support the independence, chronic pain and other per- and Central New Hamp- creative endeavors. Art De- sented Wednesday, Dec. 12 at Taylor Community to pro- health and dignity of com- sistent health issues. shire, Live Free Home leault, Professor of English 6:30 p.m. at Taylor Commu- vide interesting and inform- munity residents. Visit Galen Beach (NBCR) is Health Care, LLC is dedicat- at Lakes Region Community nity’s Woodside Building, 435 ative events to Lakes Region www.taylorcommunity.org certified by the ARCB, the ed to providing top quality College – and the 2012 LRCC Union Ave. Please RSVP by residents and visitors. and “like” us on Facebook to International Institute of care in the comfort of home, Instructor of the Year – will calling 524-5600 to ensure Taylor Community is a keep up with all our events. Reflexology, wherever home may be. also lead the audience available seating, as Profes- 501(c)(3) not-for-profit Con- is licensed and insured in Family owned and operated, New Hampshire, and cur- Live Free Home Health Care rently practices in the Lakes offers a wide range of serv- Region. ices, from companion care LRGH Auxiliary Gift Shop Holiday Sale to be held today “Most of my life has been and assistance with activi- dedicated to research and ties of daily living to skilled LACONIA — The Lakes candy, greeting cards, no- derful items for holiday dec- The LRGH Auxiliary Gift practice of natural methods nursing. All care is super- Region General Hospital tions, flowers and consign- orating. Shop is the primary source of for improving health and vised and updated by a reg- Auxiliary Gift Shop Annual ment items. The LRGH Auxiliary is a funding for the Auxiliary. preventing disease,” she istered nurse, who is spe- Holiday Sale will be held on The Auxiliary Gift Shop non-profit organization Proceeds from the sale will says. “What first attracted cially trained to watch for Thursday, Dec. 6 from 8 a.m. features a wide variety of gift whose mission it is to benefit LRGH Auxiliary pro- me to foot reflexology was new or changing health is- to 7 p.m. items, scarves, fashion jewel- fundraise to support pro- grams and projects. seeing consistently positive sues. Whether the need is for The Auxiliary will be of- ry,small toys, plush and dec- grams and projects that as- The LRGH Auxiliary Gift and lasting improvements short or long term care, Live fering 25 percent off orations for the home. The sist LRGHealthcare and en- Shop is located in the Atrium in people of all ages with all Free Home Health Care storewide with exclusions of Shop is filled with many won- hance patient care at LRGH. lobby at LRGH. kinds of health issues and works with each client’s causes of discomfort. I’ve physician to provide a con- been practicing reflexology tinuum of care unparalleled foot massage now for over with other agencies, and the LRGHealthcare welcomes new bariatric surgeon fifteen years. It is one of the compassionate staff prom- most effective and enjoyable ises to treat each client re- LACONIA — LRGHealth- ical College in India, and tute of New Hampshire at ways to feel well and get spectfully and like a cher- care is pleased to welcome completed residency at New 527-2946. well.” ished family member. Live Surgeon Raza M. Shariff, York Medical College and LRGHealthcare is a not- Make an appointment to Free Home Health Care also MD to the local community. Brookdale University Hos- for-profit healthcare chari- put your feet up, relax and offers medical alert systems Dr. Shariff is practicing pital in Brooklyn, N.Y. He table trust representing get healthy today.Call Galen to provide extra peace of general and bariatric sur- completed bariatric and Lakes Region General Hos- Beach at 960-0245 or write re- mind should an emergency gery at the Weight Institute minimally invasive surgery pital, Franklin Regional [email protected] for care need arise. of New Hampshire in Laco- fellowships at the Universi- Hospital, and affiliated med- information about rates, on- For further information, nia. ty of Pittsburgh Medical ical providers. LRGHealth- site workplace visits, contact 217-0149 or visit Dr.Shariff is a Board Cer- Center, Pittsburgh, Pa. care’s mission is to provide demonstrations and lec- www.LiveFreeHomeHealth- tified General Surgeon, spe- Dr. Shariff is currently quality, compassionate care tures. Care.com. COURTESY PHOTO cializing in bariatric and accepting new patients. To and to strengthen the well- Dr. Raza M. Shariff minimally invasive surgery. schedule an appointment, being of our community. He attended Bangalore Med- please call the Weight Insti-

Law Office of Kurt D. DeVylder, PLLC 33 South Main St., 2nd Floor • P.O. Box 475 • Wolfeboro, NH 03894 P:(603) 569-5005 F:(603) 569-5007 E: [email protected] www.devylderlaw.com • Experienced • Effective • FREE 1/2 Hour Consultation GENERAL LITIGATION, Including: Family Law • Personal Injury Law • Criminal Law • Real Estate Law Debt Collection • Wills & Trusts • Probate Law A8 THE GILFORD STEAMER Business DECEMBER 6, 2012 Annual Spalidays event raises $6,000 for LRGH MEREDITH — The Inns & great cause close to home.” ued at $500, as raffle items to Spa at Mill Falls donated According to Ginny raise additional funds. $6,000 to the Lakes Region Witkin, R.N., and “Many of our programs General Hospital (LRGH) LRGHealthcare Breast rely on the generosity of sup- from funds raised at this Health Program Coordina- porters like Cascade Spa, so year’s annual Spalidays Hol- tor, the money will be used our patients are able to get iday Event hosted by the Cas- for the purchase of a com- the best care and support cade Spa. Proceeds will ben- puter system called “Omni- they need,” said Witkin. “We efit LRGH’s Breast Health care.” This software system are so grateful for the Cas- Program located in Laconia. will upgrade and enhance cade Spa in making this do- “We are so grateful to all the timeliness for reporting nation to the Breast Health our guests who joined us for mammography results to pa- Program – and providing the Spalidays this year, and are tients, as well as improve best and most effectives tools thrilled to be able to make tracking results for both the to help every woman in our this generous donation to the “Caring for Women” depart- community fight this deadly Breast Health Program at ment, and the existing mam- disease.” Lakes Region General Hospi- mography centers at The event attracted hun- tal,” said Martha Zyla, Cas- LRGHealthcare. dreds of people from all over cade Spa Director. “The Cas- Several vendors made do- the region and brought world cade Spa has been kicking off nations to this initiative, in- class industry experts and the holidays with Spalidays cluding Cakes by the Lake in personalities to Meredith. for the past seven years. This Center Harbor,who sold cake The featured guest at the year was extra special with “shooters” at the event with Spalidays luncheon held yes- COURTESY PHOTO the event’s ticket proceeds all proceeds going to LRGH. terday was Elizabeth Nehme, Pictured at the check presentation ceremony at the Spalidays luncheon on Nov. 29 are (left to right): Martha Zyla, Director of the Cascade Spa at the Inns & Spa at Mill Falls; Susan Brady, of the Cascade Spa; and Ginny fully benefitting the Breast In addition, Cakes by the Director of Education for Witkin, LRGHealthcare Breast Health Program coordinator. Health Program. Our guests Lake donated a wedding cake [comfort zone] North Ameri- were able to fully enjoy them- valued at $500 and Moroc- ca who spoke on “Connec- selves and relax, while at the canoil and Aromafloria do- tion: The Power of Human About The Inns & Spa at Falls, Bay Point, Chase and third Most Romantic Ho- same time, support such a nated gift baskets each val- Touch.” Mill Falls House and Church Landing tel in the U.S. by Trip Advi- The Inns and Spa at Mill as well as the Mill Falls Mar- sor, 2011. The Inns & Spa at Falls are located in the his- ketplace, the Cascade Spa Mill Falls was just named one toric village of Meredith, and Meredith Gas Station. of the Top 45 Hotels in the LRGHealthcare joins STOP New Hampshire on the Church Landing was voted Northeast by Conde Nast shores of Lake Win- as one of the Top 25 hotels for Traveler. For more informa- nipesaukee. The Inns family Best Relaxation/Spa in the tion, visit www.millfalls.com Sports Injuries campaign includes the four Inns; Mill U.S. by Trip Advisor 2012, or call 800-622-6455.

LACONIA — Today, lead- Sports Injuries campaign in- Injuries campaign,” stated ers at Advanced Orthopaedic clude teaching proper pre- Dr.Alexander Hennig of Ad- Lakes Region Chamber prepares Specialists (a department of vention techniques, dis- vanced Orthopaedic Special- LRGHealthcare) are coming cussing the need for open ists. together with the American communication between “Regardless of whether to launch new magazine Orthopaedic Society for everyone involved in young the athlete is a professional, Sports Medicine, American athletes’ lives, and encourag- an amateur, an Olympian or LACONIA — The Lakes Laconia and the surround- zine, which will be free and Academy of Orthopaedic ing those affected to advocate a young recreational athlete, Region Chamber of Com- ing region. accessible online, and a Surgeons, American Acade- for sports safety. The cam- the number of sports in- merce recently announced Laconia will also be fea- tablet version optimized for my of Pediatrics, American paign website and pledge are juries is increasing – but the plans to publish Lakes Re- tured on Livability.com,a na- the iPad. The digital version Medical Society for Sports available at www.STOP- escalation of injuries in kids gion magazine, a relocation tional website that spotlights can be downloaded, emailed, Medicine, National Athletic SportsInjuries.org. is the most alarming,” said and economic development some of America’s best shared through social media Trainers’ Association, Na- Sports injuries among Dr. James Andrews, former guide. places to live and visit. The or embedded on another Web tional Strength and Condi- young athletes are on the president of the American The magazine will feature Laconia site will include ar- site. tioning Association and Safe rise. According to the Na- Orthopaedic Society for original photography and ar- ticles and photography from Lakes Region magazine is Kids USA to promote the tional Centers for Disease Sports Medicine (AOSSM) ticles that highlight the the print magazine as well as published by Journal Com- STOP Sports Injuries cam- Control and Prevention and STOP Sports Injuries county’s vibrant quality of web extras, such as maps, munications, an award-win- paign. (CDC), high school athletes, Co-Campaign Chair. “Armed life and diverse business cli- video tours of the county, a ning custom publisher, and The campaign educates alone, account for an esti- with the correct information mate. Articles will call atten- list of Fun Things To Do in supported by local business- athletes, parents, athletic mated two million injuries, and tools, today’s young ath- tion to the region’s schools, the Lakes Region and de- es. Copies of the magazine trainers, coaches and health- 500,000 doctor visits and letes can remain healthy, arts and cultural scene, tailed demographic informa- will be distributed by the care providers about the rap- 30,000 hospitalizations every play safe, and stay in the recreation opportunities tion. Lakes Region Chamber of id increase in youth sports year. game for life.” and health-care options. A Publishers will produce a Commerce and area busi- injuries, the necessary steps “With sports injuries on LRGHealthcare is a not- business feature will focus digital version of the maga- nesses. to help reverse the trend and the rise, we need to protect for-profit healthcare charita- on the assets that give the re- the need to keep young ath- the youth of the area by par- ble trust representing Lakes gion an advantage for at- letes healthy. 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LACONIA — All Brite Cleaning & Restoration, Inc. hosted their Third Annual Bowling Tournament at Funspot in Laconia on Nov.7 to benefit the Laconia Salva- tion Army.Thanks to all the bowling teams, donators, and lane sponsors, All Brite was able to collect $1,760 for the Laconia Salvation Army. The lane sponsors were Cross Insurance in Mered- ith, Granit State Glass, Roche Realty, and All Brite Cleaning & Restoration, Inc. All Brite also wants to thank all the donors for the raffle COURTESY PHOTO prize donations: MB Tractor Meineke’s two new technicians stand with owners John Skehan and & Equipment, All My Life Barry Williams outside the new Meineke Car Care center on Union Jewelers, Belknap Tire, Ir- Avenue in Laconia. win Ford Toyota, Laconia COURTESY PHOTO Country Club, Northeast All Brite Cleaning & Restoration, Inc. hosted their Third Annual Bowling Tournament at Funspot in Laconia on Tire, Patrick’s Pub & Eatery, Nov. 7 to benefit the Laconia Salvation Army. Thanks to all the bowling teams, donators, and lane sponsors, Meineke comes to Smoke ‘n’ Barley, T-Bones/ All Brite was able to collect $1,760 for the Laconia Salvation Army. Cactus Jacks, Baron’s Major Brands, Boulia Gorrel Lum- The first place prize was a $25 ticket items such as a Husq- ket Basket on Saturday, Dec. the Lakes Region ber, Broadway North, Burri- gift certificate to ‘O’ Steaks varna Lawn Mower and 1, 8, and 15 from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. LACONIA — Meineke Car tires, and more – even trans- to Me, Greenlaw’s Music, and Seafood for each player. Poulan Pro Hedge Trimmer All Brite employees volun- Care may be new to the Lakes mission work. Laconia Jerrico’s, Lakes Region Par- First place for ten pin went to from MB Tractor & Equip- teer their time to collect non- Region, but the owners are Meineke gives you the quali- ty & Paper, Laconia Athletic LNH and for candle pin Brit- ment. perishable food items. All not. ty and low prices of a re- & Swim, My Coffee House, tain Plumbing & Mechanical All Brite Cleaning & Brite will then match the Barry Williams, a resi- spected national name, with Stone Gate Vineyard, The Services. There were first, Restoration, Inc. will be con- number of cans collected. dent of Alton and owner of the customer service you’d Home Beautiful, Woodshed second & third place team tinuing to raise donations for For more information, three other New Hampshire expect from local business Roasting Company, Trust- prizes and then highest & the Laconia Salvation Army please call 524-4889 or e-mail based Meinekes (Hudson, ownership in a convenient lo- worthy Hardware, and lowest score prizes. This in December. The All Brite [email protected]. Nashua, and Concord), has cation. Franklin Savings Bank. year, we had 26 raffle prizes Cleaning & Restoration Inc. To learn more about their had his eyes on the Lakes Re- Meineke Car Care on It was a great night of and five silent auction items Sixth Annual Food drive will services visit www.allbrite- gion for many years. Know- Union Avenue is offering bowling, pizza and prizes. that consisted of a couple big take place at the Tilton Mar- cleaning.com. ing the region he lives, he has great specials and a willing- seen that the greater Laconia ness to honor the previous communities offer the poten- Union Avenue Midas war- Mainstay Technologies to host next Business After Hours event tial for small business own- ranties. Both Williams and ers to provide quality service Skehan invite all to stop by BELMONT — Mainstay so invited partners and and build relationships with and check out their revital- Technologies will host the clients from around the state their customers. ized facility. You will want to Lakes Region Chamber of to join this Open House, mak- Partnering with John Ske- know them by face as you Commerce Business After ing it a great opportunity to han, a long time car care will begin to see their Lakes Hours on Wednesday,Dec. 12 network with businesses all business owner, colleague Region engagement grow from 4 – 6 p.m. throughout New Hampshire. and friend; also a Lakes Re- (Williams has always been a Mainstay Technologies, a Wine and other specialty gion resident that was re- longtime supporter of the in- statewide leader in IT Ser- foods will be served, along turning home to the Lakes famous WLNH Children’s vices located right here in the with giveaways from Burrito Region this year for family Auction and Patrick’s Pub Lakes Region, is celebrating Me, Van Otis Chocolates, and purposes, Williams knew Mania), as they bring the La- its new Headquarters at 201 the Inn and Spa at Mill Falls. this was the year to bring conia Meineke alongside all Daniel Webster Highway in For additional informa- Meineke to the Lakes Region. the other local small busi- Belmont. tion, please contact the Successfully ranking in nesses providing great serv- In addition to representa- Chamber at 524-5531 or RSVP the top percentage of ice, driving the quality of life tives from the local business at www.mainstayopen- Meineke franchise owner- that the Lakes Region is community,Mainstay has al- house.eventbrite.com. ship, Williams began looking known for. at expansion to Laconia a number of years ago; howev- er, the location or timing did Meet the creator of Snitch not always line up. Skehan owned a Billerica, COURTESY PHOTO Mass. car care company that Ryan Robinson, Director of Business Development, Mainstay he sold in 2004, earning him the Fraccoon at Annie’s Technologies; Karmen Gifford, Executive Director, Lakes Region the vast knowledge and ex- Chamber of Commerce; and Ryan Barton, President, Mainstay perience of home town man- LACONIA — Meet the au- Skelley had an illustrator, to give up both John and Ste- Technologies met to plan the Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce agement and customer serv- thor John Shelley,who grew Stefan Wollmar, and a young fan decided to continue us- Business After Hours scheduled for Dec. 12, 4 -6 p.m., at Mainstay ice. Together,both being Cer- up in Keene, during a book writer lined up to finish the ing existing artwork. John, Technologies' new location, 201 Daniel Webster Highway in Belmont. tified Master Automotive signing event at Annie’s book during the summer of being a lover of Dr. Suess Technicians, success busi- Book Stop in Laconia on Sat- 2012. However,as calamity or books as a child, wrote the ness owners, and sharing the urday, Dec. 5. “luck” would have it, the entire text using a similar same small business man- This is the first book in a writer was unable to write. rhyming technique of the fa- Trustworthy Hardware agement and customer serv- series entitled, "The Adven- Stefan had finished the mous author Theodor Seuss 1084 Union Avenue • Laconia, NH 03246 • 603-524-1601 ice philosophy, opportunity tures of Snitch the Frac- graphic design, so refusing SEE ANNIE’S PAGE A13 knocked when the 1022 coon." open 7 days Union Ave. location, of what Early in life, Skelley had was once a Midas, appeared an active imagination: build- PORTRAITS • WEDDINGS • SCENICS • EVENTS • Scotts available early in the year. ing unusual toys and amus- • Weber Grills Timing, location, and part- ing himself for hours. As a • Hardwood nership teen, he wrote songs and ad- combining the owners vertisements for local radio Pellets more than 60 years’ experi- stations. In his adult life and • Paper Leaf Bags ence presented the right mix working as a computer pro- • Generators • Benjjamiin Moore Paiint to open the doors on Union grammer, he developed soft- • Winter Prep • Propane Avenue, Nov. 12. ware feeding his vivid imag- for lawns • Check out our Meineke is not your every- ination. Shelley is also the • RV Antifreeze “Bargain of the Month” day car care shop – Meineke inventor of the popular,local “Bargain of the Month” specializes in all kinds of au- card game “Bag-O-Loot” but tomotive services: brakes, writing the book occurred by batteries, exhaust systems, accident.

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Call to ask about our Rent to Own Program A10 THE GILFORD STEAMER Local News DECEMBER 6, 2012 First Congregational Society Christmas Service is Dec. 16 GILMANTON — The De- cember Christmas Church Service of the First Congre- gational Society in Gilman- ton will be held on Sunday, Dec. 16 at 2 p.m. at the Smith Meeting House. The Rev.Sid- ney Lovett of Holderness will officiate. Organist Harriet Coupal will play a prelude and a postlude. Special music will be provided by a duet of COURTESY PHOTO French horn players, Jason Cookie contest judges Steve Owens, Brady Hayes and Stan Bean enjoyed their job at the 2011 Gilmanton Year- Round Library Cookie Contest. This year’s contest will be held Saturday, Dec. 15, 2:30 to 4 p.m. Pfiester and Ethan Cafferky. Both are professional per- formers who are used to playing in duets and quin- Gilmanton Year-Round Library tets. Refreshments will be COURTESY PHOTO hosting Cookie Extravaganza served in the meeting room Jason Pfiester and Ethan Cafferky practice for the Christmas Service at downstairs after the service the Smith Meeting House in Gilmanton. They will provide Christmas GILMANTON — Satur- ative activities, and Christ- between 4 and 7 p.m. Volun- and Christmas carols will be music along with organist Harriet Coupal. day, Dec. 15, is the day to mas music will accompany teers will package them up, sung. Please come and bring church services from May House is named after the first stock up on holiday cookies the event. along with holiday gift bas- your friends and family to through December each year, ordained minister to serve at the Gilmanton Year Round If you are a cookie maker, kets for sale. this non-denominational along with weddings, bap- there, the Reverend Isaac Library. join the competition! Donate Along with cookies for service. tisms and funerals. Watch Smith. The meeting house is Come to the library from your favorites, along with the sale ($4 a dozen), gift baskets We will resume church this newspaper for notices of located on Meeting House 2:30 until 4 p.m. on Saturday recipe, and let the judges de- will be offered. services the Sunday before our church services. Road off NH Route 140 and afternoon and bring your cide who will be Gilmanton For further information Memorial Day in May. The The First Congregational off NH Route 107. For ques- children for a fun-filled after- Cookie Master! Bring three call or e-mail Carolyn Dickey, First Congregational Soci- Society was formed in 1774, tions, please call 267-8151. noon. Children’s librarian dozen cookies to the Library 267- 6098, jdickey@metro- ety in Gilmanton holds and the Smith Meeting Pam Jansury will offer cre- on Friday afternoon, Dec. 14, cast.net. Vineyard Church to present Living Nativity

LACONIA — The Lakes This special one-day Liv- 1224. He did it to help the peo- Region Vineyard Church will ing Nativity event will take ple of his time understand give parents the opportunity place Saturday, Dec. 22, from the meaning of Jesus’ birth. to show children the true sto- 4-6 p.m. It will take place in “We invite everyone to ry of Christmas when it pres- front of the church’s build- come out and see the baby in ents a Living Nativity scene. ing on Mechanic Street in the manger, and experience This will be a “live” scene, Lakeport, located behind the with us the amazing story of with real animals and people US Post Office and Fratello’s Jesus’ birth,” says Vineyard playing the original charac- Ristorante Italiano off Union church member Lisa Blan- COURTESY PHOTO View of the Belknap Range from Frisky Hill, Route 107, Gilmanton, across lands to be preserved in the ters in the story. There will Avenue, Laconia. (The chard. Gilmanton’s Greatest Views - For Everyone, Forever campaign undertaken by the Gilmanton Land Trust and Five be refreshments for all, gifts Christmas story retelling For more information, Rivers Conservation Trust. for the children and a short will begin at 4:30 p.m.) contact the Lakes Region narrated retelling of the St. Francis of Assisi is be- Vineyard Church at 524-2662. Christmas Story from the lieved to be the first person to Gilmanton’s Greatest Views Bible. create a living nativity in campaign pursues final $40,000 GILMANTON — The cam- spoiled Meetinghouse Pond, ceived such strong support Belknap County Republicans paign to preserve “Gilman- highly productive farm- from 185 households, busi- ton’s Greatest Views - For lands, and an historic site nesses, foundations, and pub- Everyone, Forever” is down used two centuries ago for lic funding programs so far. meet Wednesday to the final push. processing (“retting”) flax in- It’s a testament to the sense The Board of Directors of to linen and found no where of community that our sup- BELMONT — The next fore the meeting, please plan licans and like-minded Inde- the Gilmanton Land Trust else in New Hampshire. Key porters feel about this proj- meeting of the Belknap to arrive as early as 5 p.m. pendents in Belknap County, announced that only $40,000 partners include the Five ect, and why we’ve done so County Republican Commit- The first order of business those eligible to vote at the remains to be raised to com- Rivers Conservation Trust, well. We’re excited about tee will be held on Wednes- will be the Caucus to elect caucus are Republicans from plete this ambitions, $1.17 and the Gilmanton Conser- completing our fundraising day,Dec. 12, at the Top of the Belknap County Republi- Belknap County who ran for, million project by the end of vation Commission. For over the coming month. With Town Restaurant, 88 Ladd cans to the 19 two-year seats and won, their races for (a) 2012. The project, begun two more information on the help from others, we’ll meet Hill Rd. in Belmont. The representing Belknap Coun- "Delegate,” and/or (b) any years ago, will protect and en- project, including donation a challenge gift of $7000 from meeting begins at 6:30 p.m., ty as a Member of the New elective office in Belknap sure the good stewardship of options, see www.gilmanton- two couples, and reach our but if you’re interested in Hampshire Republican State County (e.g. State Rep, State four iconic conservation landtrust.org, and/or con- goal by deadline! This will having a reasonably priced Committee. Additional nom- Senate, county positions) in properties in Gilmanton tact project manager Tom give us the resources we need special Christmas Buffet inations will be accepted pri- the State Primary held on owned by George Twigg III. Howe ([email protected], 364- to complete the necessary re- Dinner (at your option) or to the election. Although Tuesday,September 11, 2012. These lands include fa- 6131). al estate transactions early and/or wish to socialize be- meetings are open to Repub- Members of the staff of the mous views from Frisky Hill, Tom Howe commented, in the new year.” NH GOP will be on-site to extensive frontage on un- “We’re grateful to have re- help with the election and to answer questions about the protocol to be followed. Immediately following the election, there will be a short business meeting, fol- lowed by the Committee’s an- nual Christmas Party. For more information, please check www.Belknap- CountyRepublicans.org or send an email to Alan@Belk- napCountyRepublicans.org. Lakes Region Tea Party meets Dec. 12

MOULTONBOROUGH — The Lakes Region Tea Party will be meeting on Dec. 12 at 7 p.m. in the Moultonbor- ough Life Safety Building. Do park and enter at the rear of the building. The meeting topic this month is simply a Christmas Party. Come join us and in- troduce yourself. This is a potluck party,so please bring a food or non-alcoholic bev- erage item to share as well as conviviality to share with like-minded people, who love their country. DECEMBER 6, 2012 Our Local Schools THE GILFORD STEAMER A11 Gilford PTA members receive awards at state convention

NORTH CONWAY — Rep- Gilford High School Cre- resentatives from the Gilford ative Writing Teacher Scott District PTA, which serves Hutchison was an honored Gilford Elementary, Gilford guest at the banquet Nov. 16, Middle, and Gilford High and awarded Honorable Schools, were recently hon- Mention for his invaluable ored at the state PTA con- assistance to our local PTA. vention held Nov.16-17 at the PTA President Merry Jef- Red Jacket Hotel in North freys remarked, “We are so Conway. very lucky to have such tal- Past President Donna ented and involved educators Snow was selected by the NH like Mr. Hutchison.” PTA and presented with the The PTA luncheon on Nov. distinction of New Hamp- 17 featured state Reflections shire PTA Member of the program winners – students Year 2012. Mrs. Snow was who not only won at their lo- nominated for this honor af- cal level but also won the ter better than 14 years of state competition known as dedicated service in various Reflections. Founded in 1969, capacities. A gracious and Reflections is a national PTA COURTESY PHOTO convivial leader, Mrs. Snow arts recognition program for Gilford High School Creative Writing Teacher Scott Hutchison was an is well known in our com- students in PreK through honored guest at the banquet Nov. 16, and awarded Honorable Mention munity for her various other grade 12 whereby students for his invaluable assistance to our local PTA. volunteer and civic commit- submit original work creat- ments from Girl Scout leader ed around a common theme. COURTESY PHOTO The PTA luncheon on Nov. 17 featured state Reflections program win- to active member of the Gil- This past year’s theme was ners – students who not only won at their local level but also won the ford Community Church. In “Diversity Means…” Gilford state competition known as Reflections. Founded in 1969, Reflections is addition to being a busy sub- District PTA winner Kelin a national PTA arts recognition program for students in PreK through stitute teacher within the Jeffreys, age eight, was grade 12 whereby students submit original work created around a com- district, she has also served named the first place winner, mon theme. This past year’s theme was “Diversity Means…” Gilford as volunteer at the Youth Primary Division, Litera- District PTA winner Kelin Jeffreys, age eight, was named the first place Center. ture. winner, Primary Division, Literature. LRCC hosts inaugural real estate energy workshop LACONIA — Lakes Re- Executive Director, Bob about reaching this impor- The Plymouth Area Re- gion Community College Walker (Thetford, Vt.), and tant audience,” says Duncan. newable Energy Initiative (LRCC) and Sustainable En- LRCC Energy Training Man- “Real estate professionals hosted this workshop. “The ergy Resource Group (SERG) ager, Andy Duncan (Con- can play an important role in Energy Workshop will now presented the inaugural “En- cord), leading experts in sus- helping their clients reduce be offered throughout New ergy Issues in Existing tainable energy. The gentle- home energy costs. The Hampshire,” concludes Dun- Homes: What Real Estate men explained why some workshop, which is accredit- can. Professionals Need to Know homes use more energy than ed by the New Hampshire Re- For more information Workshop” on Nov. 15. The others and resources avail- al Estate Commission for about hosting the Real Estate Workshop was held at Com- able to help homeowners continuing education cred- Energy Workshop, contact mon Man Inn in Plymouth. solve home energy problems. its, was well received by at- Duncan at 524-3207, ext. 6629. COURTESY PHOTO Past President Donna Snow was selected by the NH PTA and presented Presenters included SERG “Bob and I are excited tendees.” with the distinction of New Hampshire PTA Member of the Year 2012.

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CONVENIENCE (Continued from Page A1) require a trip to the emer- able for overflow into other costs for employers. gency room or the patients rooms. “I think employers will re- need quicker access than an Wolff said this is expected ally like it for injured work- appointment to their pri- to decrease wait times in gen- ers,” Racicot said. mary care physicians. eral. If the area is used more Ellen Wolff, Senior Vice- The hospital will examine and more for this purpose, President of Patient Care the area’s staffing needs with the hours of operation might and the Chief Nursing Offi- the volume of patients. be changed to better serve cer, said Convenience Care Those presently working in different work shifts. will “decompress” the emer- Convenience Care are cur- The creation of Conve- gency room and offer greater rent hospital staff assigned nience Care was part of the public access to both areas. to that area. As the volume hospital’s renovation proj- Wolff said people will go and demand grows, more ect. Livernois said the cre- through the same process en- staff might be added and the ation of the department cost tering both Convenience hours might be extended de- under $100,000 of hospital Care and the emergency de- pending on times of demand. funds. The finishing and wall partment, though this will Racicot said the one group design mirrors other parts of give people the choice of ar- of patients Convenience the hospital. The section also eas and two different en- Care will likely see is injured includes artwork and photos trances depending on their workers. Workers with mi- depicting New England care needs. If many people nor injuries can be treated in scenery, such as an image of are at Convenience Care at Convenience Care, which a canoe in the lake on every one time, the space is avail- will mean fewer insurance room number.

PHOTOS BY ERIN PLUMMER PHOTOS BY ERIN PLUMMER The waiting room and entrance to the new Convenience Care department at LRGH. A few of the new exam rooms in Convenience Care.

MERMAID (Continued from Page A1) You can now... “I think the older ones are with the younger ones,” San- popular.” be blown away a little bit by definitely more responsive; born said. Sanborn said the music a few of the people you real- they worked with me last The actors in many of the overall is fun. While it con- ly wouldn’t expect,” Sanborn year,” Sanborn said. major parts also do sports tains many of the songs from said. “There’s a lot of talent At the same time, many of during the fall and Sanborn the movie, there are also and a lot of diversity in the the younger ones were im- said this posed some chal- many songs that are new for different characters.” mediately polite and respect- lenges. All of the challenges the play. Sanborn said work- Sanborn said she has en- ful since they did not know have been worked out and ing with these songs was a joyed the experience overall. Continue your Thursday reading by liking the her that well. In the process, Sanborn is now working different experience and it “I’m thankful that they let Gilford Steamer’s facebook page! she said the younger stu- with the students on the fin- took much time to get into me come and teach them,” dents have gotten to know ishing touches. the new songs. Sanborn said. “I hope that it • You’ll see daily updates from our advertisers. her better and have been “They’ve been really Sanborn said she has benefits them.” more and more responsive to good,” Sanborn said. “It’s great expectations for this “The Little Mermaid, Jr.” • Stay updated on headline news. her direction. taken them a little bit to get production and audiences will play at Gilford Middle • On Wednesdays we showcase columns “It’s kind of fun to work the songs that aren’t more are in for some surprises, es- School on Dec. 13, 14, and 15 from years ago. pecially from many of the at 7 p.m. with a 2 p.m. mati- younger performers. nee on Dec. 15. • All this and much, much more!! ANNIE’S (Continued from Page A9) “I think they’re going to Check us out and see how we continue to meet Geisel and voila… “The Ad- You can purchase the clas- our Community’s needs!! ventures of Snitch the Frac- sic edition or the junior edi- coon: In Search of the Magic tion card game, the plush Our readers trust our advertisers, Crystals” was born. Snitch toy,the book or a com- HARRIMAN HILL our advertisers trust us!! In 2011, Snitch the Frac- bination. Please come to An- Located on Beck Drive (off Route 109A) coon was brought to life. nie’s Book Stop on Saturday, Wolfeboro, NH 03894 www.newhampshirelakesandmountains.com Shelley hired local artist Lar- Dec. 15 from 2-4 p.m. and meet ry Frates (who had drawn the the author. John will sign **ALMOST FULL, DON’T MISS OUT ** original sketches of Snitch) copies of his book and talk Energy Star washer and dryer supplied in each unit to build a life-sized head so about his creative and thriv- Only 1 – Three bedroom townhouse style unit available Snitch could show up at ing business. You will also Rent only $900.00/mth heat and hot water included stores and be in parades. have a chance to meet Snitch Refrigerator, Stove and Dishwasher Shelley’s wife Linda de- –in person! Light snacks will Townhouse style units have 1 and 1/2 baths signed the suit and Snitch be available. Income Limits Apply was born. Max Income for family of two = $29,580/year Max Income for family of three = $37,980/year Max Income for family of four = $42,180/year Max Income for family of five = $45,600/year CALL FOR MOVE IN SPECIAL NO PETS PLEASE THIS IS A NON-SMOKING PROPERTY CONTACT US TODAY FOR MORE INFO! 1-800-742-4686 The Hodges Companies 201 Loudon Road, Concord, NH 03301 Proudly owned by Eastern Lakes Region Housing Coalition and the Laconia Area Community Land Trust A14 THE GILFORD STEAMER The Rest of the Story DECEMBER 6, 2012

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(Rte. 11) Helps Make The Community Strong Rochester, N.H. 03867 SECTION B THE GILFORD STEAMER SPORTS THURSDAY NewHampshireLakesAndMountains.com December 6, 2012 Meadows project ready to move forward BY JEFF LAJOIE sod.” [email protected] Gilford recreation direc- GILFORD – A project that tor Herb Greene has been on has been years in the making the committee since 2006, finally has a bit of light at the and while the town doesn’t end of the tunnel. have any direct plans to use Plans to begin fundraising the fields as of yet, he’s ex- on the Meadows project have cited to see the potential ad- been announced, with a dition of new space for the brochure distributed during community. the Gilford High School fall “I’m certainly exciting sports banquet two weeks that a plan has been ap- ago by The Meadows Com- proved,” said Greene. “The mittee. While the plan to de- impact from the town side…I velop the land at the site has don’t think we’ll see direct changed over the years, the impact per se. We’re not go- current proposal will call for ing to run our youth soccer three fields to be designed. program there. But we’ll see The current football field a very positive indirect im- will remain, while two oth- pact. Field availability at the ers surrounding it will serve Village Fields is very tight. as multi-purpose fields for a You’ve got youth baseball, variety of sports to utilize. softball, soccer, all compet- “We’ve been studying this ing for those same fields and as a committee for several it’s tough to find space for years now,” said chairman everywhere.” Tim Drew, who joined the Greene noted that from committee in 2004. “We first the time varsity baseball gets looked at a full build-out al- on the diamond at the Village ternative but have since con- Fields in the spring, that area densed the plan to three new doesn’t get a break until the PHOTO BY JEFF LAJOIE PHOTO BY JEFF LAJOIE fields. We’ve been focusing end of the soccer season in The Gilford football team will see an improvement to its playing field The girls’ and boys’ lacrosse teams at GHS play their games at the on the playing fields first the fall. under the new Meadows project. Meadows. then later on, we’re going to “That field never gets its look at the buildings as well.” chance to recover so our hope While the permitting is all is that some of the teams will school. That’s where the in place for the project to be able to use some of that money will all go. And we’ll December Adventures move forward according to space,” Greene said of the hopefully get a fundraiser Drew, the fields will offer Meadows. “That’s probably going next year, use several in Sports Reporting more options for a crowded the biggest advantage from of them to generate the mon- flyby By JEFF LAJOIE Gilford sports scene. our aspect.” ey.” Well, it’s December. Not “Our plans are for the ex- Things have changed for Greene confirmed the sure how that happened, but isting football field to stay, the project over the years, condensing of the plan. the countdown to the holiday that I relocated my life up you’d definitely work your we’ll just resod it to make it with the current plan look- “The plan from when I be- season is in full effect and be- north from Massachusetts, way into my good graces. safer and of higher quality,” ing differently than the ini- gan has been scaled back a fore you know it, 2013 will be and so far I’ve enjoyed call- That’s a big reward, I know. explained Drew. “The other tial design. But the commit- little bit but probably more rearing its ugly head (unless ing the area home. I also plan to get some plans are two create two oth- tee, which met monthly simplified than anything the Mayans have anything to There are a few things on skating in this winter, as I er fields. One will be brand throughout the lengthy else,” he explained. “The oth- say about it). my bucket list for this winter, dug my old pair of skates out new, the other we’ll be creat- process, is pleased to be mov- er fields went from maybe I love the month of De- namely to get some more ski- of the attic back home and ing out of the area already ing forward after many years earmarked for specific activ- cember, mainly because it ing in. After taking lessons brought them up with me af- there. We aren’t going to involved. ities to maybe more broad absolutely flies by. Once and learning how to ski as a ter the Thanksgiving holiday. change the grade, we’re just “It’s very much simplified views.” Thanksgiving is in the bag, kid, I stopped going when the I played hockey all through- going to make it safer. We’ll compared to the past but I While Drew hopes con- you do a little shopping, won- mountain in my hometown out my youth, and while I sod both of those as well, and think it will satisfy the needs struction on the project will der if it’s going to snow for a shut down over 10 years ago. haven’t been able to get out any other surrounding vege- of our community and begin in 2013, that all de- few days, get a Christmas It wasn’t until two winters much in recent years, I plan tation will be left to grow nat- school district for the time pends on how quickly funds tree, then boom…it’s Dec. 25. ago that I got back out there on reacquainting myself urally.We’re going to irrigate being,” said Drew. “We have are raised. December also means the for the first time, hitting the with the ice in a big way this them for the quality of the a trust fund set up at the SEE MEADOWS PAGE B3 start of the winter season for trails at Gunstock to shake winter. the high school teams, as bas- the rust off. 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REGION – Rebuild? More like reload. Despite graduating five seniors that played huge roles in the Belmont-Gilford hockey team’s run to the Fi- nal Four last winter, Bull- dogs coach Jay Londer is no- ticeably excited about his roster this time around. B-G has added several promis- ing freshmen to a lineup stacked with talent throughout, and the ‘Dogs think they have the goods to make another run deep into the postseason. “For losing the guys we lost, to be where we’re at now is pretty special,” said Londer. “Compared to last year at this time, I think we’re in a much better spot.” B-G, which fell to Alvirne in overtime in the Division III semifinals last year, graduated its top two de- fenders in Riley Tebbetts and Mike Lembo, as well as two of its top three forwards in Ryan Davis and Steven Hickey.Starting goalkeeper Alex Conway also graduat- ed, leaving holes through- PHOTO BY JEFF LAJOIE out the lineup entering this PHOTO BY JEFF LAJOIE B-G senior Jeremy D’Amour hopes to lead the Bulldogs back to another deep postseason run this winter. Senior Max DesMarais is one of B-G’s top four defenseman this season. season. But Londer says his team is even deeper than last joined by freshmen Dylan “Tevin looks great, better pects the hard-hitting Cahill “He’s a very skilled goal- ham). B-G saw two of those year,and he hopes to roll out Treamer and Christian than ever,” said Londer. to be his best defenseman tender and he played a lot teams in the postseason last three lines on offense each Karagianis. “He’s probably one of, if not over the course of the sea- over the summer,” Londer year (Alvirne, Pelham- night, as well as four strong “Those freshmen are the fastest kid in the son. said of Davis. “With the de- Windham). Berlin High defensemen. willing to mix it up…they’re league.” “We’ve played with four fense that we have, I think School from Division I “It’s going to be nice to hockey players,” said Lon- The B-G defense features (defensemen) for a long time we can keep guys at bay.Our dropped all the way down to have that depth,” Londer der. “We’ve got some good a quartet of steady players, so I know these guys can defense is solid and poised. D-III, meaning there will be said. “We’re three lines young players in the pro- led by senior Max Des- handle that,” said Londer. All these kids are skilled 12 teams fighting it out for a deep for the first time ever. gram that are going to have Marais. Sophomore Brogan “Those guys are all solid and can help keep the puck state championship. If we go down to two lines, to step up for us.” Hurst had a breakout fresh- back there.” away from the net.” The regular season kicks well then we’re going to The third line brings man campaign and should The experience of the de- B-G’s road back to anoth- off for the Bulldogs on Dec. have kids sitting on the some physicality to the B-G be even stronger this winter, fense is also going to play a er potential Final Four will 12, when Hollis-Brookline bench that deserve to be lineup, as senior Tevin while junior Will Mahoney big role in the development look a bit different this win- comes to Laconia Ice Arena playing.” Mitchell, sophomore Jamie continues to be a steady of sophomore goalie Calvin ter, as four teams from Divi- for a 6:50 p.m. puck drop in Senior forward Jeremy Gill and senior Brandon presence along the blue line Davis, as he steps in to fill sion III have made the move a stiff test right out of the D’Amour returns, and the Heimlich will look to keep for the Bulldogs. Sophomore the skates of Conway after up to Division II (Somer- gate. B-G also plays Con-Val, speedy sniper joined the the momentum going when Daryll Cahill is new to the seeing a little bit of action sworth, Alvirne, Pembroke- Laconia and Kennett before 100-point club last year as a they’re on the ice. program, but Londer ex- last year as a freshman. Campbell, Pelham-Wind- the holiday break. junior. He’ll be counted on to anchor B-G’s first line, while younger brother An- drew D’Amour, a sopho- more, and freshman Caleb Drouin (center) round out Late run sinks Eagles in opener the unit. BY JEFF LAJOIE “He’s a stud, there’s no [email protected] a 27-23 halftime advantage. gles had a pair of players in Freshmen Jordan Dean offensively under coach question about it,” said Lon- GILFORD – A fourth quar- Somersworth rebounded double figures en route to a (12 points) and Maddie Har- Chuck Kenney. der of D’Amour. “Other ter lead evaporated thanks to in the third, outscoring Gil- 32-20 win over Somersworth. ris (10 points) paced Gilford teams know, they knew last the play of Rachel Hill, as the ford 12-8 to send things all year, but he’s going to get Somersworth High School even at 35-35 entering the his points no matter what. senior guard scored 13 points fourth. He’s matured since last sea- in the final frame to lead the But with the final stanza son and he’s looking like host Hilltoppers over visit- seeing runs by both teams, it Early deadlines on the horizon more of a leader. Last year ing Gilford High School, 51- was Hill’s performance (29 he was a goal scorer, this 47, in the Division III opener points on the night) that led REGION — With the holi- the Dec. 26 papers will be the Jan. 2 paper will b on year he’s looking like a for both teams on Nov. 30. the Hilltoppers into the win days and other commit- Thursday, Dec. 20, at the Thursday, Dec. 27, at the leader and a playmaker. I Gilford (0-1) used an 8-0 column. ments in the immediate fu- same times as usual. same times as usual. know the kid wants to fill run in the fourth quarter to Senior Abby Harris led ture, there will be some ear- The sports deadlines for the net but I think he has his take a 47-39 lead with four Gilford with 15 points and 13 ly deadlines for upcoming is- eyes on the prize now and minutes remaining on the rebounds, while classmate sues. that’s to win a champi- road. But turnovers plagued Hayley Jakubens also regis- Our offices in Wolfeboro onship.” the Eagles down the stretch, tered a double-double with 10 will be closed on Monday, Gilford High School B-G’s second line fea- as Somersworth closed the points and 14 rebounds. Ju- Dec. 24, Tuesday, Dec. 25, tures a talented young trio, game on a 12-0 run to pull off nior Kelsey Buckley tossed Monday, Dec. 31, and Tues- anchored by sophomore the four-point victory. in 12 points in the loss. day, Jan. 1. Sports Schedule center Tom Kuntz. ‘Mon- Somersworth (1-0) led 14-9 The Gilford JV girls’ bas- Therefore, deadlines for Friday, December 7 Tuesday, December 11 tana’ to his teammates, after one quarter but Gilford ketball team had a bit more all papers will be pushed up BOYS BASKETBALL BOYS BASKETBALL Kuntz is the de facto veter- doubled up the ‘Toppers, 18- luck in its opener earlier in two working days. Franklin at Gilford, 6 p.m. Gilford at Inter-Lakes, an on the line, as he’ll be 9, in the second period to take the night, as the Golden Ea- The sports deadlines for 6 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Inter-Lakes at Gilford, 6 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Gilford at Franklin, 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 12 SWIMMING HOCKEY Gilford, Inter-Lakes, Hollis/Brookline at Winnisquam at Bow, 7 p.m. Belmont-Gilford, 6:50 p.m.

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BY JEFF LAJOIE [email protected] coach Mike Rathgeber. “I on the hardwood. think the usual suspects will “I think the Lakes Region REGION – With 27 teams be in the usual is just going to be competi- in Division III this winter,all places…Berlin, Somer- tive…I think that’s the best sorts of variables are in play sworth, Prospect Mountain. way to put it,” said Belmont for the local boys’ basketball The usual suspects had very coach Derek Hamilton. “I teams. Last year, Gilford strong JV programs last year don’t think there are teams High School was the lone D- so there’s no reason to be- that we look at and think III squad with a winning lieve they won’t be the pre- there’s an easy ‘W’. I think record in the local coverage dominate teams again.” any night, any team in the area, though the other With several Division II Lakes Region can be compet- squads hope to improve and schools making the move itive.” reach the postseason this down to D-III, including LR Winnisquam coach Kevin time around. foe Laconia High School, it Dame agreed. “Division III is gigantic may take a few weeks to see “Coming off winning only this year,” said Inter-Lakes how things will take shape two games, there are no teams I’d leave off that list of tough opponents,” Dame said. “If I had to pick, I’d say Brewster Invitational Gilford’s the front-runner. They had a good nucleus of JVs and a strong bench of un- set for this weekend derclassmen. You factor that all in, I think they’ll be pret-

WOLFEBORO — Brew- Game admission is free ty tough. Belmont’s got some PHOTO BY JEFF LAJOIE ster invites the Wolfeboro but Brewster students will be players back and coming off Gilford coach Chip Veazey will look to guide the Eagles back to the postseason this winter. community to the 11th annu- collecting non-perishable a great soccer season so al Brewster Academy Invita- items for the Wolfeboro Food they’re used to winning and than playing those kinds of during the Gilford Holiday there’s a lot up in the air.” tional basketball tourna- Pantry or a child's toy for the looking to continue that.” teams. But on the flip side, we Tournament, two games Winnisquam also has the ment. Wolfeboro Christmas Fund. I-L will see just what the should be battle tested by the with them for many teams potential to be a dangerous The defending national Please consider bringing a top of Division III is made of time February comes will be a new experience. team for any opponent, as the champion Brewster Bobcats donation. Attendees who in the early-going, as the Lak- around. If we can qualify “We picked up an extra Bears have a deep roster that open the tournament on Fri- bring a donation will be en- ers play three of last year’s with all these tough tests dur- game with Laconia, dropped will look to push the tempo day,Dec. 7, when they face off tered into a raffle (to be Final Four teams in the ing the season, I think we can one with Inter-Lakes,” said and use their athleticism. against Champlain College drawn during halftime of month of December in surprise some people.” Hamilton. “We’ll still see Action for all the local (Canada) at 5 p.m. Following game one on Friday) to win a Somersworth, Prospect The local teams will all see Franklin twice, Gilford squads kicks off on Dec. 7, as game one, Notre Dame Prep one-year membership to the Mountain and Berlin. Laconia this winter, as the twice…those local games I-L hosts Prospect Mountain, takes on Kingdom Hall Prep Kaywin Fitness Center at the “Realignment wasn’t very Sachems joined D-III full right there alone are going to Gilford hosts Franklin, Bel- at 6:30 p.m. The competition Smith Center. kind to us,” said Rathgeber. time. While several squads be tough. We’re a team that mont hosts Somersworth and continues on Saturday with Support Bobcat Nation “We have a brutal schedule, played them once during the has potential to rebound Winnisquam travels to the consolation game at 2 and watch some exceptional it doesn’t get much harder regular season in the past or from last year’s record but Berlin. p.m. followed by the winners high school basketball. of Friday’s games at 3:30 p.m.

MEADOWS (Continued from Page B1) “It’s very satisfying,” he “We had oversized plans in said. “The whole purpose of the hall, brochures available. this is to create a wonderful More than 200 brochures facility for Gilmanton and were taken that one night. Gilford children to enjoy.We We hope to do a little more can envision a little boy play- marketing going forward. ing football, running free One person exclaimed that through the fields. That’s they were so happy that sort of been our vision from something’s going to take the beginning. place there.” “So it’s very gratifying to It’s indeed been a long see it coming together now,” road to reach this point for he continued. “We’re going the committee members. to pay very close attention to Drew hopes the wait will be not impact the environment worth it in the end, however. in any way.We’re going to be “I think the logjam has in conjunction and concert been broken now,” he said. COURTESY PHOTO with the environment. And “We met monthly for eight also take into account the years, stayed in contact with Run, run reindeer concerns and wishes of the the necessary boards. We’ve people living in the area.” been very, very open with Participants line up for last years Reindeer Run/Walk 5K in Sandwich. This year, the race will be held on Sunday, Dec. 16, at 10 a.m.in Sandwich. A portion of the proceeds will go to Moultonborough Academy's Nordic ski team to help raise funds to create cross-country ski trails After six years watching this. It’s been a long and ar- at MA. Participants are encouraged to wear reindeer antlers, Santa hats, or red and green. Course includes scenic downtown Center Sandwich the process, Greene is look- duous process, but I think we and the Sandwich Fairgrounds. Race starts and ends at Surroundings Gallery, where warm treats will be served. To register, contact Holland ing forward to seeing the finally broke through and Hill Studio at 476-2476 or at hollandhillstudio.com. space utilized properly. we’re ready to make it a won- “Personally and from a derful asset.” community standpoint, I think it’s great,” he said. “The committee put a lot of work in and dealt with some small roadblocks but it’s nice COLONIAL SIDING to see. I think a lot of people probably thought not much OME ENOVATIONS was getting accomplished H R but we were working hard Since 1976 and it’s very nice to see this Alton Bay 875-2132 progress.” Drew said the first airing of the new plan publicly Vinyl Siding, Storm Doors, Shutters & Gutters came at the GHS fall sports Window/Door Replacement, Kitchen & Baths banquet, where he made a Complete Interior & Exterior Remodeling presentation to student-ath- Free Estimates Insured References th letes and their parents. On December 20 “People seemed very ap- preciative,” he explained. Snow Plowing 875-2132 place your Holiday wishes in the paper!

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ALTON PLANNING BOARD Melanson Real Estate, Inc. NOTICE OF APPLICATION Sales & Rentals FORECLOSURE COMPLETENESS REVIEWS 34 N. Main St., Wolfeboro • 603-569-4488 AND PUBLIC HEARINGS www.melansonrealestate.com December 18, 2012 Wednesday, December 12, 2012 12:00 noon The Alton Planning Board will consider the following applica- Schult Manufactured Home tions on Tuesday, December 18, 2012 at 6:00pm at the Alton Model: 1986 Lakewood, situated at Town Hall. The Planning Board will first determine if each appli- cation is complete. If the Planning Board accepts the application MOULTONBOROUGH: Views, view and more 4 Falcon Drive, Alton, NH views! This Lake Winnipesaukee waterfront WOLFEBORO: Wonderful waterfront lot on Rust as complete, then the Planning Board will conduct a public hear- property has 500’ of waterfront, breakwater, Pond, a serene 210 acre pond just minutes to ing to consider each of the following applications: dock, 1.42 level, very private, nicely land- town and great for swimming, boating, fishing scaped lot, a gorgeous westerly facing, and more. This picturesque 1.3 acre lot has 150’ MORTGAGE REFERENCE: Belknap County 7000sqft custom home with all the amenities, of waterfront, town water, a shared drive and is a a great lakeside deck and fabulous sunsets. great location to build your waterfront dream Registry of Deeds in Book 2751,Page 630; If the meeting is cancelled due to weather or lack of a quorum, $2,900,000 MLS #4116432 home. $324,900 MLS #4147167 the public hearing will be continued to Thursday, December 20, 2012 starting at 6:00 pm in the Alton Town Hall. A notice shall TERMS: $5,000.00 at the time of sale (Certified funds) be posted on the front door of Town Hall announcing the meeting cancellation and continued meeting date, time and place. Please Balance due within 30 days of date of sale. contact the Planning Department at 875-2162 with any questions. OSSIPEE: A terrific commercial/residential For more information contact: P12-27 Map 19 Lot 62-1 Subdivision Design Review property with good visibility on Rt. 16. This Tallwall Cape, originally a schoolhouse, has a Fred & Mary Beth Hertel Rines Road finished apartment on the lower level and an Attorney Cheryl LePine Beliveau unfinished 26x34 room above with 12’ ceil- WOLFEBORO: Plenty of options and opportuni- ings, updated utilities, radiant heat, new well, ties for this commercially zoned property locat- Beliveau, Fradette & Gallant, P.A. On behalf of Fred & Mary Beth Hertel, Dave Douglas, Surveyor septic and underground power. 2 lots of ed next to Dunkin Donuts and across from the record totaling 1.32 acres. Wolfeboro Falls Market Place. .35 acre lot with 91 Bay Street & Wes Smith, Surveyor are proposing a four (4) lot subdivision $189,000 MLS #4099915 a barn. $150,000 MLS #4178728 of 21.64 acres having 1900 feet of frontage on Rines Road, a Manchester, NH 03104

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MILAN — Unique private home that is tucked away amongst the trees and forest land. Spectacular home on nine acres of land and accompanied by "Twin Maple Farm" - butcher shop that specialized in wild game. The shop utilized new, USDA approved, state of the art equipment to provide clean, high quality cuts of meat and WOLFEBORO - Ranch style home with 3 bed- NEW DURHAM - This 3 bedroom raised ranch ASHLAND - 2 bedroom condo overlooking rooms on private 1.8 acres conveniently close has many extras, large family room with hot the 18th fairway of the White Mountain Club. offered cutting and packaging for a variety of Wild and Domestic game. ALL equip- to town. Large open concept kitchen/living tub, central vac, large deck and master bed- Amenities include lockable storage, access to ment and training is included in the sale if desired. This property is ideal for the room. Two-car attached heated garage. room with bath. clubhouse with indoor and outdoor pool and hunter, butcher, guide service provider and overall outdoor enthusiast. Not looking more. $159,000 (4151979) Call 875-3128 for a butcher shop? That's okay, this property would make a great horse farm. The $188,800 (4163884) Call 253-9360 $149,500 (4155491) Call 253-9360 home features 3500ft of living space, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, sun room, enclosed sun FEATURED PROPERTY RENTALS porch, great room with wood stove, living room with fireplace, kitchen, dining area, Bringing People and Vacations LAKE WINNIPESAUKEE Together in the Lakes Region 1st floor laundry, master bedroom with walk in closet, full bath, deck and wood or over 50 years… stove. Full basement with high ceilings and fireplace. An amazing property and an GILFORD *SEASONAL AND amazing opportunity. MLS #419941 ...... $349,000 LONG-TERM RENTALS Enter this 4 bedroom, 120ft waterfront home *Joe and Jaci Dussault or Randy Hilman @ where pride shines in every turn. Modern 253-9360 (Center Harbor Office) kitchen, Granite counters, Cherry cabinets. *Jenn Snell @ 875-3128 (Alton Office) Decks, patio, stonewalls, irrigation, 30ft dock or e-mail and Carriage House. [email protected] NORTHERN EDGE REALTY Seasonal and Long-Term 232 Glen Avenue • Berlin, NH • 752-0003 $895,000 (4166380) Call 875-3128 Rentals Wanted MATTMARTEL.COM Owners please call about our rental program. LAND Call or text Matt Martel directly at (603) 723-0521 MEREDITH - 850’ shorefront and over 30 acres on Lake Waukewan. Private BARNSTEAD - 50 acres of beautiful New Hampshire forest and field. 900+/- Town-to-Town dead end road. Beautiful views and sunsets. Walking trails, small streams & frontage on a paved town road and 1,646 +/- frontage on the Suncook River. sandy beach! WOW! $799,900 (4059061) Call 253-9360 Prime residential/agr. site! $189,000 (4087466) Call 875-3128 CLASSIFIEDS SANDWICH - EXPANSIVE VIEWS from this very private 64 acres in Sandwich. MIDDLETON - Wooded 5 acres with 984' of road frontage in established Looking for a BIG VIEW and an already cleared 4 acre house site? THIS IS IT! subdivision, all with good size lots. Close to Rt. 11 & 16 for easy commuting. 1-877-766-6891 THANK YOU $349,000 (4118151) Call 253-9360 $55,000 (4153469) Call 875-3128 15 Railroad Ave., Wolfeboro 569-3128 / Junction Routes 25 & 25B, Center Harbor 253-9360 for browsing The Town-to-Town Classifieds! 108 Main St., Alton 875-3128 newhampshirelakesandmountains.com You can now place your CLASSIFIED LINE ADS ONLINE! 24-Hours A Day • 7-Days A Week Visit: www.newhampshirelakesandmountains.com For more information or to place your ads TODAY!

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