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Pittsfield NH News

May 6, 2009

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Super Bingo
$15 Special Game
Concord Bingo Center
60 Sheep Davis Road (Route 106)
Pembroke, NH
(603) 223-2002


(Sponsored by)
Pittsfield Youth Baseball Association
Games start at 6:15 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Food Available
Free Parking
Concord Bingo Center is re-opening on Wednesdays.


Come join us for the New Super Bingo $15 package!
(Winner Take All sold separately)




Celebrating Birthdays are: May 6, Judith Dunne; May 9, Scott Ward; May 10, Adam Ward; May 11, Nathan Brown, Chris Ward; May 12, Mike Taylor, Timothy Mineau.
A Very Happy Birthday to one and all.




Celebrating Anniversaries are: May 7, Mick and Linda Rafeal; May 12, Daniel and Sheila Ward.


Best Wishes.




Attention Pittsfield Historical Society members and other volunteers.


The Spring clean up of Lyman Park is Saturday – 16th May – 8 AM. Bring your rake and gloves and a friend.


Let’s get ready for the June flower  planting.




Pittsfield Youth Baseball Association, Inc.  (“PYBA”) would like to thank everyone who showed up to help with PYBA’s Field Day on Saturday, April 25th. We’d like to send out a special thank you to James Smith, owner of Weekly Trash Pickup, for donating all the food and drinks. We would also like to thank Mr. Smith for organizing the attendance of the  gentlemen  from  the   Men’s Divisions International (“MDI”), whose participation in our field day was invaluable. We had a great time and accomplished so much!! Thank you from the PYBA Board.




McDonald Family Singers


Meet the MacDonald Family - Victor, Laurie, and their 8 home schooled children, ages 8-23 from Orange, Massachusetts. The styles of music presented in this free concert include gospel bluegrass, a capella, brass ensembles, and sacred classical.


They will perform at the Loudon Center Freewill Baptist Church, Clough Hill Road, in Loudon on May 16th, 2009, at 7 p.m. A Pot Luck Supper will be held at 6 p.m.
For further information, please call 603-783-4540.



 

 

Encore Dance presents “On The Radio.” Our 9th year end performance will be held at Prospect Mountain High School, Saturday, May 9th at 1:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door.


Dancing To “Suds In The Bucket.” >From left to right: Sarah Stricktrott, Wynn Bourque, Jade Pescinski, Tiffany White, Paige Rueffert, Payton Everett, Essence Bourque, Georgie Martin.

 


 

School Lunch Menus
May 11-15, 2009

 

EPSOM
Monday - BBQ chicken sandwich, fries, veg., fruit, milk or yogurt tray, tuna salad.
Tuesday - Tomato soup, mozzarella sticks, celery sticks, fruit, milk or yogurt tray, Nacho salad.
Wednesday - Hot dog with roll, buttered noodles, veg., fruit, milk or yogurt tray, BLT salad.
Thursday - Chicken noodle casserole, rolls, veg., fruit, milk or yogurt tray, chicken salad.
Friday - Sloppy Joe with roll, pretzels, veg., fruit, milk or yogurt tray, cheese salad.

 

PES
Monday - Early Release - Ham & cheese sandwich, chips, fruit, milk.
Tuesday - Hot dog with bun, veggie, fruit, milk.
Wednesday - Spaghetti with meatballs, veggie, fruit, milk.
Thursday - Popcorn chicken, veggie, fruit, milk.
Friday - Fun fish, fries, fruit, milk.

 


 

TOPS NH #38


Spring is gardening time, and what better way of losing weight? Why not make it a hobby instead of a chore and have fresh items to eat and save money.


At TOPS, we have programs for all. Come and Weigh In, and play games and enter contests. We also have open mike for those wanting to share weekly events  that have promoted weight loss, or want tips that can help them in the future.


Remember, TOPS is a non profit organization that can help you. We meet weekly at St. Stephen’s Church on Main Street in Pittsfield. Our meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. Why not stop by and see what we are all about. Remember, you do not have to be a resident of Pittsfield to stop by or attend TOPS.


Feel free to contact P. Smith at 435-5333 or S. Gilmore at 798-5658.

 


 

Letter To The Editor


To The Editor:
I would like to address the article in the Union Leader on April 20th written by Mr. Jack Mullen, who is a veteran, saying he can finally fly his American flag again.


Also, to Mr. L.P. O’Donovan whose letter to the editor appeared in the Union Leader on April 23rd who is also a veteran, saying that he is retiring his flag until a new President is elected.


I have a problem with both of these gentlemen. My flag has flown at my home for over 30 years. I do not use it as a political statement to raise it and lower it whenever I feel the urge.


Our flag is too important to play political games with. My flag flies 24/7 on a lighted flag pole and it will continue to fly as long as I live. My flag is very important to me.


Gentlemen, please stop playing politics with our flag. “Old Glory” is too important to all of us.


I am also a proud veteran.


Senator
John “Jack” S. Barnes, Jr.

 


 

Suncook Valley Soccer Club
U12 Boys Fall Travel Team Try-Outs


This fall the SVSC will be fielding a U12 Boys team to play in the New Hampshire Seacoast Youth Soccer League. This is a competitive league with teams from the seacoast area including Rochester, Dover, Exeter, etc…


At the U12 level they will play 8 v 8 (8 players on the field at a time). This is a very competitive league with an end of season tournament and we hope to play in at least one invitational weekend tournament. This team will practice at least 3 times per week and play a game or two a week.  Everyone will need to make this commitment in order to be competitive at this level. Practices will start in early August and the season runs through October.


All the paperwork, including league fees, must be turned in before June 30th to secure a spot in the league. The league needs to have a copy of the players’ birth certificates, NHSA paperwork, and player cards (which includes a head shot picture) all set before a team can register. The league fee is $400 per team and then we will need to pay $25 per game for officials. The cost per player will be $65 per player, plus there will be a couple of mandatory fundraisers to help make enough money so that we can participate in an invitational tournament or two during the season.


Try-outs for this team will be held on Wednesday, May 20th and Monday, May 25th 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at Drake Field in Pittsfield. Players are required to attend at least one try-out and are encouraged to attend both. All area U12 players (must not turn 12 before August 1st) are invited to try-out. Players must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to the try-outs and bring a copy of their birth certificate and a head shot photo.
For more information please contact Rick Anthony at 435-8563 or [email protected].

 


 

4H Holds Food Drive For The Pittsfield Food Pantry


Victory Workers 4H added a second food drive to their schedule this year. During this time of year, coupled with the struggling economy, many families are in need of assistance. This is the time of year when donations fall short of the demand. The members of 4H stepped up once again and added a second food drive and made several donations to the Pittsfield Food Pantry.


Thank you to the many 4H families that participated in the food drive. The Food Pantry is still in need of food items and toiletries and can be dropped off in the rear of Town Hall. Victory Workers 4H will hold another food drive in the Fall. Items like toothbrushes, tooth paste, toilet paper, deodorant, soap, shampoo, paper towels and other items we don’t normally think of as food pantry donations are items that are also needed. Be sure to prepare by collecting donations over the summer from friends and family so we can make the next food drive the biggest one so far!

 


 

Ten Tips For Troubling Times


As the country muddles through one of the most challenging economic climates in history, New Hampshire seems to be faring better than most states.


Our standard of living is the highest in the country. Our work force is among the best educated. What’s more, our per capita income is well above the national average, while unemployment and home foreclosures are far below.


In short, there’s every reason to believe that when the economy finally changes course, New Hampshire will be well-positioned to lead the way. In the meantime, though, today’s troubling times demand a prudent approach to money management.


“Until we see a sustained turnaround, we all need to focus on the little things that can make a big difference in our personal finances,” says Richard D. Olson Jr., Director of Consumer & Small Business Banking for Northway Bank.


Toward that end, Northway offers 10 straightforward tips to help families get their finances on track.


1. Start with a budget. Never saw the need for a budget in the past? Chances are, it’s looking like a pretty good idea now. A financial software program can simplify the task and make it easy to track your expenses.


2. Consolidate credit card debt. Use just one card. Shop around for the best rate and then transfer all outstanding balances to the card that offers it. Resolve to get rid of credit card debt entirely by using your card sparingly and paying more than the minimum each month.


3. Protect your credit rating. Simple precautions can help you avoid becoming the victim of identity theft. Shred financial documents before throwing them away. Pay bills online to avoid putting checks in your mailbox, where your account number is easy prey. And be wary of Internet scams and unsolicited telephone calls. Above all, remember this: No reputable company or financial institution will ever ask for personal information (like your account number or Social Security number) over the phone or via e-mail.


4. Confront problems head on. If you’re having trouble paying bills, reach out to a credit counseling service before things get out of hand. Beware of companies that offer to “fix” your credit for a fee. There are many reputable free services that can help with debt management. One of the best is Consumer Credit Counseling Service, a longtime Northway Bank partner. For information, call 1-800-327-6778 or visit www.  takechargeofyourmoney.org.


5. Save more. The rule of thumb: Try to keep at least 6-9 months of living expenses in a liquid savings account as your emergency fund. How to get there? Take a hard look at your budget and see where you can pare back. A little extra every month will add up in a hurry.


6. Earn more. If you have substantial savings, shop around for the best deal that combines an attractive rate with easy liquidity. Be sure the maturity schedule aligns with when you expect to need the cash.


7. Pay cash for big-ticket items. Your bank can help you set up automatic transfers to save a little each month toward whatever purchase you have in mind. Try to avoid making the purchase until you can do so without taking on additional debt.


8. Get credit for buying a home. If you’ve never owned a home before, the federal stimulus package offers a once-in-a-lifetime incentive for making the move. This year only, first-time home buyers can get an $8,000 federal tax credit.


9. Consider refinancing your home. Mortgage rates are at historical lows, making now an ideal time to speak with a mortgage specialist about reducing your largest debt.


10. Polish your portfolio. Not so long ago, evaluating your appetite for risk was an academic exercise. Now, you probably know exactly what you can stomach. That being the case, now is a good time to reevaluate your investment portfolio to see if it still fits your temperament and goals. Dwelling on the past won’t make you rich – but preparing your portfolio for the future just might.


“With all the doom and gloom in the news, it’s easy to believe that banks are reluctant to do business,” Olson says. “Nothing could be further from the truth. In New Hampshire, we’re fortunate to have a number of healthy community banks that are ready to help our neighbors navigate these uncharted waters and thrive when the turnaround comes.”

 


 

The Revolutionary War

 

 

The Pittsfield Historical Society is conducting a program the American Revolutionary War on May 14th at 7 P.M., at the Society building on 13 Elm Street. Young and old are invited on a virtual tour through four important Revolutionary War battle sites. This PowerPoint will be presented by CW2 Tom Graham, New Hampshire National Guard Historian. Mr. Graham will discuss the background and general overview of these battles, as well as the New Hampshire connection to each, including the prominent role played by New Hampshire hero, General John Stark.


All are welcome to attend this worthwhile program.

 


 

Letter To The Editor


To SVS Editor:
I appreciate having a local paper such as yours. It has been helpful and convenient in many ways.


However; I write to express disappointment with the recent weekly promotion of immorality in the form of and under the guise of humor.


Must we laugh at this very prevalent social malaise? If this is the current state of our society - how sad! If it is not, then why promote it in the name of humor? It reminds me of a fictitious place called Vanity Fair in a passage from the well known 1600’s masterpiece The Pilgrim’s Progress. ....that their way to the city lay through this town of Vanity they contrived to set up a fair; a fair wherin should be sold all sorts of vanity. ... Here are to be seen too, and that for nothing, thefts, murders, adulteries, false swearers...


Infidelity is having a profoundly negative impact on many aspects of our culture. Maybe it is hard to recognize since it is a subtle and deceptive corrosion of many long held virtues including our most foundational institution created for our well being, marriage.


May I suggest we “raise the bar” so to speak. Seems there must be some scripts out there that do not echo the social and moral disintegration but instead reflect, support and edify our marriages and families.


What can we expect from the next generation and the next and the next if this is what parents and other responsible adults mirror before them and consider laughable?


Name Withheld
By Request

 


 

Quilts, Tea, and Thee

 

 

“Quilts, Tea, and Thee” an exhibit featuring fine handcrafted quilts and tasty tea is set for May 9, 2-4 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 24 Main St., Pittsfield.


You are cordially invited to the  “Quilts, Tea, and Thee” social, Saturday, May 9, 2-4 p.m., at the First Congregational Church, 24 Main Street, Pittsfield.


This exhibit will feature over 100 quilts - many older quilts or family heirlooms, with some newer items and quilts in progress, but all with sentimental stories. A brochure describing each quilted item will guide the visitor. As a special feature, the Pittsfield Historical Society has agreed to display the Congregational Church’s 1883 historic quilt.


Tea and a variety of homemade goodies will be served. A donation of $3.00 is asked to cover the costs.  A gift shop will be available to view and purchase unique handcrafted gifts – just in time for Mothers’ Day. A complimentary keepsake will be given to each visitor.


Don’t miss this great opportunity to view a fabulous quilt exhibit in the church Sanctuary and sample some tasty tea in the Vestry. For more information, call Elsie Morse at 435-6917 or Nella Hobson, 435-8385.

 


 

Suncook Valley Soccer Club
Car Wash to Benefit Mark Kubat & Family

 

 

The Suncook Valley Soccer Club held a Car Wash Fundraiser on Saturday April 25th, at Globe Mfg. The SVSC raised $580 for the Mark Kubat and Family Fund. Over 20 kids and adults washed cars at the Globe parking lot from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. With great weather and the generous donations from everyone, the SVSC was able to raise $580. The SVSC would like to thank Globe Mfg for allowing us to use their parking lot, Rite Aid and Town Pizza for donating pizza for all the kids working, and to all the people who helped out at the car wash or donated baked items.

 



The Suncook Valley Soccer Club, which serves the youth of Pittsfield ages 5 to 12, announces the final two sign-up dates for Fall Soccer.


Tues.,  May 5th, 6:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. at Pittsfield Middle High School.


Sat., May 9th, 9:00am- 12:00 p.m. at Pittsfield Middle High School,


Costs: U10, (3rd & 4th Grades) & U12 (5th & 6th Grades),  $45.00.
U8, (1st & 2nd Grades),   $30.00.
U6, (Kindergarten),  $15.00.
Family Cap of $75.00.

 


 

 

Karen Dodge raises and trains performance and show horses at her home Chinquapin Hill Farm in Pittsfield. Dodge has been recognized by the American Quarter Horse Association as MVP - Most Valuable Professional of the Year in New Hampshire. Dodge, an AQHA Professional Horseperson, is active in the equine industry, sponsoring and donating her time and talents through the educational programming in the New Hampshire Quarter Horse Association.

 


 

 

Mrs. Flora Perkins, former Pittsfield resident celebrated her 97th Birthday on April 18th at her home with her daughter and son-in-law, Martha and Jerry Ramsey in Fayetteville, Georgia. Among the friends who attended were Corine and Leon Miller of Pittsfield. Festivities in her honor were the presentations of many plants and cut flowers, candies and jellies, toiletries, cards from friends and family. A pleasant evening meal at a local restaurant was a gift from a grandson and another meal from her Silver Age Group. It was a lovely birthday for a lovely lady!

 


 

 

We’re gonna need a bigger mirror.” Join the ladies of the cast as the Pittsfield Players present Bathroom Humor at the Scenic Theatre this weekend, May 8 & 9 at 8pm. Take a break and spend a few hours in the bathroom with us. You’ll laugh till you pee. Call 435-8852 for ticket reservations.

 


Obituaries


 

Marilyn Austin Connor


Pembroke - Marilyn Austin Connor, 74, a longtime resident of Pittsfield and Pembroke, died Thursday, April 30, 2009, at the CRVNA Hospice House in Concord.


Born in Providence, R.I., she was the daughter of Frederick and Florence (Austin) Barnes.


She was a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, where she was a member of the Delta Zeta sorority. She was also a member of a number of organizations including, the Air America Association, the Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion in Hooksett and the Booster Club.


Mrs. Connor was an elementary school teacher in the town of Udorn, Thailand, where she taught American servicemen's children from 1962 to 1965. For 12 years, she worked at Lens Crafters in Concord, retiring in 2005.


She enjoyed homemaking activities including gardening and cooking, and she was an avid Scrabble player. She also traveled extensively through Southeast Asia and parts of the United States.


Survivors include her two sons, Steven F. Connor of Allenstown and Jeffrey W. Connor of Epsom; two daughters, Karen L. McCormack and her husband, Jeffrey, of Gilmanton and Kimberly A. Collins and her husband, Jason, of Franklin; and seven grandchildren.


She was predeceased by her husband, John H. Connor III, in 2005; and by her son John H. Connor IV in 1976.


 Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 6, 2009, at 10 a.m. at the Congregational Church of Hooksett, 5 Veterans Drive, Hooksett.


Burial will follow at the Floral Park Cemetery in Pittsfield.


Memorial donations may be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th floor, Brookline, Mass., 02445, ATTN: Contribution Services.


Friends are invited to sign an online guest book at www.mem.com.


The Bennett Funeral Home of Concord is in charge of the arrangements.

 


 

 

 











 

 

 

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