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Gilmanton NH News

March 28, 2012

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Letter

 

On behalf of the Gilmanton Year-Round Library, its board of directors, staff and volunteers, I want to thank all the voters who supported the Library at Town Meeting. It is reassuring to see that each year support grows.

 

We will continue to offer quality service to all residents and welcome new ideas as to how we can continue to serve the community of Gilmanton. Again, thank you for your continued support.

 

Anne Kirby,

Pres. GYRLA

 


 

Gilmanton School Is Proud To Welcome Artist Jeff Erwin,

The Creator Of Junk 2 Funk, As Our 2012 Artist In Residence

 

Erwin is a performing artist, musician, educator, and the founder of Trashcan Lid Productions, an organization that combines music, technology, environmental science, and performance art to produce compelling multimedia performances by students playing instruments made from recycled materials.

 

Jeff Erwin is recognized around the state and all of New England for his work with young musicians at schools, camps, residencies, and workshops. Under his direction, students learn percussion techniques, music theory, and the basics of theatrical production. They also get the chance to compose and perform their own music.

 

Jeff will be working with Gilmanton School students in all grades from March 19 to March 30. A core group of sixth grade students will design and perform a multimedia presentation at the end of the residency on March 30. There will be an afternoon performance for the school at 1:30 and an evening performance for families and the public at 6:30.

 

The Artist in Residence program at Gilmanton School is made possible by support from the NH State Council on the Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts, the Gilmanton School District, and the Gilmanton PTA.

  


 

Letter

 

Predictably, the Gilmanton Year Round Library Committee returned to the town this year to request more tax money. Those who support the Gilmanton Year Round Library have attempted to belittle those who question the requests for funding from the taxpayers.

 

During this year’s town meeting, a young lady who supports the library ranted she could not believe the stupidity of residents who would question town funding for the library. She apparently has been coached by the GYRL Committee. Sadly, friends of the GYRL resort to name calling when their motives are questioned.

 

The issue for taxpayers is the GYRL Committee has used dishonest and deceitful methods to receive welfare payments from the town. They told us in 2010 the funds from the town were a "one-time payment." Citizens within the town were called by the GYRL Committee and instructed to "come and vote for funding for the GYRL and leave; you do not have to attend the entire town meeting." They deceived the taxpayers in 2010 and just like the last two years, citizens received calls from the committee this year requesting them to come and vote only for funding of the Gilmanton Year Round Library. There are several libraries taxpayers equally support and fund.

 

Why does the GYRL committee behave this way toward the town? The conduct of the GYRL Committee, and its supporters have succeeded in dividing the town.

 

I heard two interesting comments concerning the GYRL. The first comment was, "there’s a push for ‘Pay-as-you-Throw’ for town solid waste, and there is a push for ‘Pay-as-you-Read’ for Gilmanton students." The second quote equally sums it up. "The Friends of the Gilmanton Year Round Library are not friendly at all." I couldn’t have said it better myself.

 

Rick Lucas

Gilmanton, NH

 


 

GCC Food Pantry And Thrift Shop News

 

We have begun to change over to spring and summer items in our Thrift Shop. The weather seems to be cooperating, for the time being at least, and we know it will soon be here to stay.

 

We would like to celebrate the wonderful weather with a sale beginning on March 26th and running until April 14th. We will have 50% off of all clothing items with a yellow or a green barb. We hope that you can drop by soon and browse through our wonderful selection of clothing and accessories for the whole family.

 

We have some lovely clothing for the Easter holiday and we have a nice selection of formal wear as well. If you are looking for a dress for the prom or other special occasion please come in and check out our selection of dresses.

 

Remember that we always welcome donations. If you have a prom or special occasion dress and accessories to donate please think of the GCC Thrift Shop. Items can be brought to the GCC Food Pantry and Thrift Shop during our business hours. Please do not leave donations outside the door or put them in the big yellow box. We accept clothing and wearable accessories only.

 

We have begun collecting food items for the upcoming Easter holiday food baskets. Some suggested items for donation are: cereal, bottled juice, breakfast muffin mix, canned sliced pineapple, one pound box of sugar, pickles, olives, cranberry sauce, stuffing, turkey gravy, canned peas and canned carrots.

 

We also are collecting "Bunny" basket items such as: jump ropes, bubbles, yo-yos, frisbees, play-doh, crayons, colored pencils, coloring books, and Easter candy. Items for donation can be brought to the Food Pantry or left in one of our collection boxes. Boxes are located at the Gilmanton School, Iron Works Market, Academy Building and Year Round Library. Items must be received no later than March 31st to be included in the Easter food baskets.

 

The GCC Food Pantry Board wishes to thank everyone who has helped out in the past with our food basket program and we thank you for your continued support. If you wish to make a monetary donation you can mail it to GCC Food Pantry and Thrift Shop, PO Box 6, Gilmanton IW, NH 03837. Thank you.

 

We are located on Route 140 in Gilmanton Iron Works, across from the Iron Works Market. We are open on Monday 9am – 1pm, Wednesday 3pm – 7pm, and Saturday 10am – 2pm. Parking is located in the Gilmanton Community Church parking lot just west of the shop.

 


 

Gilmanton Women’s Club News

 

The first meeting for 2012 of the Gilmanton Women’s Club will take place Monday, April 2, 2012 at 1:30 pm. The club officers will be hosting this event at the Gilmanton Academy. All women who reside in Gilmanton are invited to attend and join.

 

We are a charitable non-profit organization working to raise funds for needy families living in Gilmanton. We also help victims of catastrophic circumstances, and support youth organizations in town.

 

Look for our booth at the Fourth of July Parade and Old Home Day in August. Please support our cause by purchasing our handmade donuts, baked goods, and raffle tickets for prizes from local merchants. Or please consider making a donation. For more information visit our web page on our town site: www.gilmantonnh.org under Community and Gilmanton Women’s Club, or contact Leona Jean at 267-1843.

 

Please arrive a few minutes early and enjoy fellowship and light refreshments. We have a great time working together for Gilmanton.

 


 


 

 











 
 

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