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Barnstead NH News

July 27, 2011

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Anthony Boston graduated June 17th from Prospect Mountain High School in Alton.  On June 15th, at an award ceremony he was the recipient of three awards.  One was the Milton Hersey Award for Perseverance; one from the Laconia Technical Institute and one for the top award in Family and Consumer Science.  For this one, his name will be engraved on a permanent plaque.


Anthony is the son of Lee Boston and grandson of Stuart and the late Harriet Boston.  He plans to further his education in the fall at Colby Sawyer College in New London, where he will major in education.  Congratulations and best wishes to you in the future.

 


 

Going Once!  Going Twice!


Sold, to the woman in the back row!!  Words typed on a page can’t convey the speed with which Auctioneer Russ Abbott, of Atlantic Auction Company on Route 4 in Chichester, orchestrates an auction.  This year the auction is two-fold.  Double your pleasure and double your fun! 


Shhhh, a silent auction will take place from 4:30 to 6:00.  No, you don’t have to be quiet during this event.  In fact, we encourage talking about, looking at, trying out the different items for bid.  Then, after you have gotten a good look at the items, put your name and bid down on the corresponding numbered paper.  Highest bidder wins – it’s as easy as that!!  The live auction begins at 5:00 and continues during the BBQ-Chicken Dinner put on by the Suncook Valley Sno-Riders (more on this in a future article).  But, don’t wave that chicken wing too high while you’re talking with your friends, or you may find yourself the owner of a brand new thingamajig or a whatchamacallit.  Both the silent auction and the live auction will take place, on Old Home Day, at the Parade Fire Station on Parade Road.


Speaking of items to bid on, here is a little tease of what will be available.  A handmade quilted lap robe can keep you warm in cooler weather while sitting in front of your brand new television!  That’s right!!  Another item to bid on is an 18.5” Sanyo flat screen, high definition, television.  Mount it on a wall or place it on a console!  Either way a crisp, bright picture will make your TV viewing a whole new experience.  In addition to those items, there are also multiple gift certificates to local businesses and many more exciting items.  Great for stocking stuffers!!  Bid on a number of things and you can get your Christmas shopping done in August.  It’s not too early to start planning for the holidays.


If you would like to donate an item to the auction, all you need to do is go to the Old Home Day website and click on the Auction Donor link.  Fill out the form and email it to [email protected] or mail to:  Barnstead Old Home Day Auction, c/o Town of Barnstead, PO Box 11, Center Barnstead, NH  03225.  If you have any questions you can call either Eileen Murley at 603-435-6505 or Paula Vardaro at 603-776-8131.


See you at the auction during Barnstead’s Old Home Day on August 27, 2011.  “Do I hear $20, who will give me $25?”

 


 

Oscar Foss Memorial Library News

Lots of children enjoyed a craft project of creating mosaic tiles at the Barnstead Library.


Join us at the Oscar Foss Memorial Library in Center Barnstead on August 3rd at 10:00 a.m.  These Arts and Crafts projects are being offered through our Summer Reading Program grant which is sponsored by the Library, the Byrne Foundation, CHILIS, Cogswell Benevolent Trust, and the NH Library Association. The Program Is Open To All Children Whether Or Not They Are In The Reading Program.  We will be creating individual masterpieces as we explore more artwork from around the world.  The projects will be appropriate for all age and skill levels. We had a wonderful turnout and a lot of creative ideas at the last program on July 13th.  Details are at the desk or call us at 269-3900.

 


 

Barnstead Old Home Day 5K Road Race/Fun Walk And Kids Run


Time to put on your running or walking shoes and register for the Barnstead Old Home Day 5K Road Race and Fun Walk on August 27 at 9 am.


This will be the 12th running (and walking) of the 5 km (3.1 mile) course.  The course is an “out and back” that follows the Suncook River from the Parade to the intersection with Route 126 and then returns to the Parade along the same route for the Finish.  The race course is USATF certified for accuracy and is considered flat and fast.  Refreshments will follow the race along with a Fun Race for the Kids. 


Pre-registration is $15 and must be received by August 19, 2011. Make checks payable to: Barnstead Old Home Day.  You can register on line at www.runreg.com or email Colleen at [email protected].  The race brochure is also available at www.barnstead.org/aboutbarnstead/oldhomeday/ohdtext.html  or at the Barnstead Town Hall.  Race day registration is $20.


Hope to see you at the races!

 


 

Barnstead OHD Art And Photo Contest 2011


This year’s competition will be open to area residents of all ages and artistic talents. For the younger set (10 years and younger) we have a coloring contest. In addition, we offer art and photography categories for students (under 18) and adults, (over 18) as well as a professional category.


The theme for the 2011 Barnstead Old Home Day is “Classic Vehicles”. Participants are encouraged, but not required to reflect the theme in their entry. All entries will be on display for your enjoyment the week before Old Home Day at the Library where the public will have the opportunity to come in and vote for the People’s Choice Awards in each category. Entries will also be displayed August 27th at the Parade field for your enjoyment and viewing.


Top Entries will be photographed and featured in the Old Home Day Booklet for 2012 and will be displayed on the town webpage.


Contest guidelines, registration forms and coloring sheets are available on the town webpage as well as at the following locations; town offices and library, or by contacting Pam Plante at 776-2754 or [email protected] Please note art contest in subject box.

 


 

CBCC At WOL


On Saturday, July 9, 2011, a number of families from the Center Barnstead Christian Church made the journey up to the Word of Life Family Campground near Schroon Lake, NY, for a week of camping, fun, fellowship, and Christian teachings.

 
For the adults, mornings at the camp were spent learning more about the Bible and our relationship with God from teachers such as Pastor Tom Messer of Trinity Baptist Church in Jacksonville, FL and Mr. Wendell Calder, founder of Local Church Evangelism in Newport, ME.


For the children and teens, age appropriate programs and activities were held during the same time.  The theme for the kids program that week was Egypt. 


During the afternoon free time, families were able to participate in some of the many activities available to campers at the family campground such as swimming, tubing, basketball, putt golf, carpet ball, skate park or volleyball.  Families could also choose to do nothing but relax and enjoy one another’s company. Tuesday’s Family Fun Day was a big hit with all of us, as we watched our children participate in the various games and challenges.


Some of the favorite things about camping from families that went this year were: 


“My favorite thing about camp was all the folks from our church who were there.  I love having everyone together, playing and laughing, studying and eating together!  Love having the “family” doing camp together!”  


“My favorite part was getting away from “Life” and not having the responsibilities and stresses that normally make up our lives when we are at home.” 


“Things I liked about camp: deepening relationships with the church family, reconnecting with old friends, being able to be ministered to and encouraged by God’s Word through the speakers.”


From the kids:

 

“I liked going to the ranch.”


“The rodeo was the best part.”


 “Eating smores!”


“Going to the beach.”


It’s a testament to the people at the WOL Family Campground that most of the families who went have gone before with more new families being added.  Many have already signed up to go again next year. 

 
If you would like more information about our week of family camping, you can call CBCC at 269-8831 or come visit us on Route 126 in Center Barnstead (next to the town hall).  If you would like more information about the Word of Life Family Campground, visit www.wolcamps.com.

 


 

Barnstead Summer Concerts Series


Barnstead’s Summer Concerts continue with a rock solid mold of some of New England’s finest musicians - the hard driving sound of NewFound Grass.   These seasoned veterans have combined talents to create an unmistakable sound which stems from their background in bluegrass, soul, rock and jazz.  With driving instrumentals and tight harmonies, the band offers traditional and progressive bluegrass with a modern twist.


Local community groups provide refreshments.  Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and friends as you enjoy the music of NewFound Grass on Saturday, July 30th, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on the Barnstead parade grounds.

 


 

Keeping Busy This Summer??
Here are a few more things to put on your list.


• Barnstead Old Home Day 5K Road Race/Fun Walk. 
Time to put on your running or walking shoes!  Register for the Barnstead Old Home Day 5K Road Race and Fun Walk, set for August 27th, 9 am, at the parade grounds in Barnstead.  This will be the 12th running (and walking) of the 5K (3.1 mile) course.  The course is an “out and back” that follows the Suncook River from the Parade to the intersection with Rt. 126 and then returns to the Parade along the same route for the finish.  The race course is USATF certified for accuracy and is considered flat and fast.  Refreshments will follow the race. 


For kids not quite ready to take on a 5K, but who want the race experience, a Kid’s Fun Run Race begins immediately following the 5K. 


Pre-registration is $15 and must be received by August 19, 2011. To receive a commemorative t-shirt, please register by August 14th.  Race day registration is $20.  Online registration is available at www.runreg.com.     


There is also a need for volunteers to help on race day (ie. registration, water station, refreshments).  If you can lend a hand or have any other questions regarding the race, please contact Colleen Smith at 269-0136 or at [email protected].


• Soccer Mini-Camp 
Dave Pinkham of the Capital Kickers Soccer Camp, along with the Gilmanton Youth Organization, is offering two evenings of soccer camp for kindergarten through 8th grade kids, on Monday and Wednesday, August 1st and 3rd, from 5:30-7 pm, at the GYO Park in Gilmanton.  No registration fee is required, but a donation of $5 is appreciated.  Please contact Phil Eisenmann at 267-7912 or [email protected], if you plan to attend. 


• Fall Soccer - kindergarten through 8th grade
August 1st is the deadline to get your kids signed-up for the Barnstead Parks & Rec Fall Soccer program.   Late fees may apply and your child may be placed on a waiting list.  So please, register today.


Practices will begin in late August.  Games begin September 10th and are played at local community fields. Volunteer coaches are needed (and truly appreciated). 


Registration forms are available at Town Hall or through [email protected]. Submit forms and the $20 registration fee to Barnstead Town Hall.


BES School team tryouts for your 6th, 7th, or 8th grader is anticipated to be starting around August 22nd. 


• Yoga
Achieve improved mental, physical and spiritual health through yoga, now being offered on Wednesday evenings in Barnstead, at the Parade Road Fire Station, at 6:30 pm.  Drop-ins are welcome at $7/session.  Cindy Falabella, Yoga for Mental Health, instructs the class.  


• Summer Concerts
Every Saturday night enjoy live music in a perfect setting - the Barnstead Parade Grounds, 6 pm.  Bring a chair, family and friends to enjoy these free concerts. 

 


 



 

 











 

 

 

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