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Pittsfield NH News

July 28, 2010

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A church service will be held at the Quaker Meeting House in South Pittsfield on August 1st at 1 p.m.


Speaker will be Nancy Talbot.


All are welcome!




Celebrating Birthdays are: July 28, Royce Elkins, Bill Heath; July 31, Amanda Quatrucci; August 1, Robert Hetu, Jennifer Clark; August 2, Diane Vaughan; August 3, Sarah Laro, Ed Huggins, Scott Drouin.


A Very Happy Birthday  to one and all.




Best Wishes to  Don and Dee Tabot who will be celebrating their Wedding Anniversary on July 31st.




Student Exchange Programs


Open your heart and home to a teenager from another country. Learn about that country thru the eyes of a native. Learn their customs and some of their language. What an opportunity and you only need offer room, meals and guidance. The students have their own spending money and are insured thru the program. Host a student from Sweden, India, Philippines or another country and someday visit that country in exchange.


Contact: Dolores Siik at 603-497-4702 or email: [email protected]

 


 

Public Invited: The Pittsfield Digital Classroom Conference
August 26


Next month the Pittsfield School District will present a unique opportunity for parents, community members, and school staff to come together and learn how technology can be used in essential ways to help children learn in the changing digital world. We invite you to learn how blogs, wikis, Skype, and the latest software can help our students learn. The conference will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 on August 26, the Thursday evening the week prior to the start of school.


Why do schools need to think about technology?  Whether we like it or not, digital technology is transforming the way we experience and understand the world. For today’s children, who have never known life without the Internet, the effect is even more profound.  Members of this “digital generation” live in a world in which they expect to be connected, 24-7, to friends, to events, and to entertainment. They read differently than we did growing up.  They make friends differently.  And they use digital media to create and share their lives in ways that were unimagined a generation ago.


According to a 2006 report, children spend on average 25 hours a week watching television, playing video games, and interacting with digital devices.  That’s almost as much time as they spend in school.  The way children learn - and how they expect to learn in school - is very different today than it was for children twenty years ago. Digital technology presents real challenges to the good life, but it also presents great opportunities. As teachers, parents, and citizens, we need to understand the challenges and the opportunities that digital media presents. We need to know enough so we can help guide our young people through the dangers and opportunities of the brave, new digital world.


At the Pittsfield Digital Classroom Conference eight Pittsfield teachers - four from the elementary school and four from the middle high school - will present curriculum units and projects they have created over the summer. Their units are designed to engage students in using digital tools to read, write, and think critically. In many cases children will be sharing their learning with audiences beyond the classroom, through digital tools. At the conference teachers will demonstrate how the tools work and give attendees a chance to try them out.


For the past six months these eight teachers have received training and support through a federal ARRA grant entitled Enhancing Education through Technology. They have taken an on-line course in using digital media in the classroom.  They have been mentored by experienced teachers from other New Hampshire districts, and they have been handed the tools to lead students in 21st century learning, right here in Pittsfield classrooms. Through the grant, the district has purchased over $80,000 in interactive whiteboards, netbook mini-computers, digital response systems, and digital cameras.


The four PES teachers who will share their projects are Kelly Marble in grade 1, Kathy Mahanes in grade 2, Carin Kilar in grade 3, and Katie Lasky in grade 4. At the middle and high school level, the teachers sharing are Dar Roy, grades 7 and 8 Science; Derek Hamilton, grades 9 and 10 Social Studies, Silas St. James, grades 9 and 10 English, and Amy Gardner Booth, grades 7-12 World Languages. At the conference, PES Principal, Doug Kilmister, will welcome guests and share highlights of the project. We will have a keynote speech and presentation from award winning Deerfield kindergarten teacher Maria Knee, who has presented her class’s work in New Hampshire and nationally.


The conference will run from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Pittsfield Elementary School. Refreshments will be served at the conference, and there will be door prizes for attendees who stay till the end. For planning purposes and because space is limited, we ask that interested parents and community members reserve a space at the conference, by calling the school at 435-8432 or emailing Mr. Kilmister at [email protected]. We hope you can join us for this exciting event.

 


 

VA Simplifies Access To Health Care And Benefits For Veterans With PTSD


Washington - Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki announced a critical step forward in providing an easier process for Veterans seeking health care and disability compensation for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), with the publication of a final regulation in the Federal Register.


“This nation has a solemn obligation to the men and women who have honorably served this country and suffer from the often devastating emotional wounds of war,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki. “This final regulation goes a long way to ensure that Veterans receive the benefits and services they need.”


By publishing a final regulation in the Federal Register to simplify the process for a Veteran to claim service connection for PTSD, VA reduces the evidence needed if the trauma claimed by a Veteran is related to fear of hostile military or terrorist activity and is consistent with the places, types, and circumstances of the Veteran’s service.


This science-based regulation relies on evidence that concluded that a Veteran’s deployment to a war zone is linked to an increased risk of PTSD.


Under the new rule, VA would not require corroboration of a stressor related to fear of hostile military or terrorist activity if a VA doctor confirms that the stressful experience recalled by a Veteran adequately supports a diagnosis of PTSD and the Veteran’s symptoms are related to the claimed stressor.


Previously, claims adjudicators were required to corroborate that a non-combat Veteran actually experienced a stressor related to hostile military activity. This final rule simplifies the development that is required for these cases.


VA expects this rulemaking to decrease the time it takes VA to decide access to care and claims falling under the revised criteria. More than 400,000 Veterans currently receiving compensation benefits are service connected for PTSD. Combined with VA’s shorter claims form, VA’s new streamlined, science-based regulation allows for faster and more accurate decisions that also expedite access to medical care and other benefits for Veterans.


PTSD is a medically recognized anxiety disorder that can develop from seeing or experiencing an event that involves actual or threatened death or serious injury to which a person responds with intense fear, helplessness or horror, and is not uncommon among war Veterans.


Disability compensation is a tax-free benefit paid to a Veteran for disabilities that are a result of  - or made worse by - injuries or diseases associated with active service.
For additional information, go to www.va.gov or call VA’s toll free benefits number at 1-800-827-1000.

 


 

FB Argue Pool News


Plans are being made for the End of Season celebration at the FB Argue Recreation Area. The celebration will be held on Saturday, August 28. The area will open at 1:00 on that day. There will be swimming from 1:00-6:00. At six there will be a cookout with free hot dogs and hamburgers. Then we are planning some activities to go until dusk. At dusk, our plan is to show an outdoor movie. The name of the movie has not been determined as of yet. This will be a family movie and you are encouraged to bring a blanket and enjoy the night of fun with your family and friends. The concession stand will be open during the movie. Please look for more information in the coming weeks about this day of family fun.


Don’t forget the special activity days planned for the rest of the summer. On July 28th the first 48 children will be given a bucket hat to decorate. On July 29th and August 5th, we will make and eat s’mores. On August 11th, the first 50 children will be given a hacky sack to decorate. An animal program will be held at 1:00 on August 12th presented by Wildlife Encounters.


The area is open from 12:00 to 5:00 on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. It is open from 12:00 to 7:00 on Tuesday and Thursday, and 1:00 to 5:00 on Sunday. Adults -  don’t forget Senior Swim Time from  11:00 to 12:00 on Monday and Thursday.

 


 

The Pittsfield Police Department Presents National Night Out
Tuesday, August 3, 2010


On Tuesday, August 3, 2010, from 6-8 P.M. The Pittsfield Police Association, along with the Pittsfield Drug and Alcohol Coalition (PDAC), Pittsfield Youth Workshop, and the Pittsfield Community Coalition will host National Night Out, a nation and world-wide effort to bring communities together to help fight crime and drug activity across the country and around the world by banding together to give a fun night out for children and families. Over 10,000 communities in fifty states across the nation are participating, all on the same night! The Pittsfield event is held at Dustin Park on Main Street.


National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support for and participation in local anticrime programs and strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships. A bouncy house, face painting, prizes, games, a visit from McGruff the Crime Dog and a dunk booth tank filled with Pittsfield’s finest as well as food will be provided at no charge to participants of National Night Out.


For more information on National Night Out, to sign up to donate goods or services, or to participate in National Night out please call The Pittsfield Police station at 435-7535 and ask to talk to Officer Webber.

 


 

Start Your Week With A “Little Pleasure”


The newest shop to grace Pittsfield is “Life’s Little Pleasures,” 40 Carroll Street, owned and managed by Michele Paquette. The first thing you notice when entering the shop is the wonderful fragrance. The cute window treatments and polished wood surroundings further add a lovely sense of charm and hominess. Michele’s friendly and accommodating personality is an additional plus.


The shop has its grand opening this coming Saturday, July 31, and will be open weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) from 9-3. When the open flag is out during the week, feel free to stop in, even if just to say “hello” or “welcome to the neighborhood.” Your senses will be glad you did!


Michele specializes in homemade dry mixes and rubs. There are no instant items – soups are to be made on the stove and dips are meant to be mixed with sour cream or a combination of sour cream and mayonnaise. There are rubs and seasonings (so perfect for barbeques), pancake mixes, spreads, desserts and even rich cocoas in as many as 12 varieties. There are many sugar-free and low sodium selections as well. If you have a special request, Michele will be happy to take your order.


The soups come in two different sizes - there is a “soup for two” and a family size.  One of the most popular soups is called “Friendship Soup;” this soup will feed a crowd.


Michele has been in business for six years mostly in Manchester. Losing her kitchen there, she had to make a decision as to where to go next. She is very excited to have found the perfect location in Pittsfield where, according to her, “everyone has just been great!”


She started as an at-home mom with her own children and was also a foster mom for 18 years. What began as a hobby of making delicious gifts for family and friends became a business venture, encouraged by those same family members and friends. Since everyone loved her homemade gifts, she decided to make it a business. She doesn’t mind the drive from Manchester especially when she is doing what she loves in a place that is so friendly.


Retail or wholesale, private labeling, fund-raising for churches, colleges or senior groups are just some of the opportunities she provides. Her products are made from all natural ingredients, with no additives or preservatives, as much as possible from local New Hampshire suppliers.


There is also a shelf devoted to beautiful crocks, spread pots, and dip chillers that are all handmade by a New Hampshire artisan and are waiting to be filled with savory items.


Be sure to stop by Life’s Little Pleasures and offer Michele your warm Pittsfield welcome. While there, fill out your free raffle ticket for a basket of goodies. The drawing will take place after the Balloon Rally weekend. Check out her webpage at: www.lifes-little-pleasures.com

 


 

James and Kimberly Migliozzi of Pittsfield, NH, announce the engagement of their daughter Kristen to David Johnson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Johnson of Norton, MA. Kristen is a 2003 graduate of Pittsfield High School and graduated from Western New England College with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. She is currently working for L-3 Communications Aerospace Division in Massachusetts. David also graduated from Western New England College with a degree in Electrical Engineering and is currently a Quality Assurance Engineer for EMC in Hopkinton, MA. A July 2nd, 2011, wedding is planned.

 


 

Summer Musical Fun With “Encore 2010: A Musical Review”


Frank Sinatra’s advice to those seeking musical success was certainly succinct: “Sing good songs.” That advice is taken to heart by The Pittsfield Players performing “Encore 2010: A Musical Review,” a funny and entertaining night of dinner theater music performed each week at Steele Hill Resort in Sanbornton this summer.


Director/choreographer Dee Dee Pitcher leads a talented cast of performers in this year’s 18th season of “Encore.” Dinner theater patrons dine and are entertained with numerous selections of Broadway tunes and favorites from the 50s, 60s, and 70s sung by the “Encore” cast.


As a featured surprise this year, each cast member lends a personal touch by singing a musical solo they’ve each chosen, explaining to the audience how “their song” made an impact in their formative years. Audiences are treated to songs from many genres, and include: “The Undertaker Blues,” “Over the Rainbow,” “Running Bear,” “Crazy,” “I Feel Good,” “Ten Minutes Ago,” “Johnny Angel,” “Never Never Land,” “Aquarius,” “Soul Man,” and “Personality.” Piano accompaniment is provided by Keith Belanger who flawlessly adds artistic pizzazz.


The “Encore 2010: A Musical Review” is performed every Tuesday night, now through August 31, at Steele Hill Resort in Sanbornton, NH.


Dinner theater performances are priced at $29 per person (excluding beverages, tax and tip) and include a three-course meal and the “Encore 2010” show. For reservations, call Steele Hill Resort at 524-0500.

 


 

Letter


I would like to thank all the movers and shakers who donated so much blood, sweat, and tears to organizing the All Class Reunion and chicken barbecue.


This group of determined former classmates tracked down “lost classmates, sent out fliers, and enticed and harangued so many of us into showing up at this wonderful reunion.


Why is it that time erases all the silly reasons we may not have talked to one another in school, but as adults are delighted to find out the choices we’ve made and how we now live our lives.


The reunion was superbly organized - from signs on the street pointing to the reunion, registration, class tables, snacks and then that delicious chicken barbecue. That alone was a marvel of no detail left undone.


Again, I can’t thank you all enough. I so enjoyed myself and look forward to picking up heretofore dropped friendships.


Thank you, thank you.
Christina Van Horn,
Class of ‘69
Albany, CA

 


Obituaries


 

Donald E. Pierce Sr.


Manchester - Donald E. “Pet” Pierce, 70, died July 19, 2010, at Hackett Hill Nursing Home, following a long illness.


He was born November 27, 1939, in Barnstead, N.H., to Kenneth and Esther (Dixon) Pierce. He attended schools in Pittsfield, was a firefighter for the City of Concord for 13 years, and had been employed at the Milford Transfer Station.


For more than 30 years he worked for the Norton Co. in Milford as first inspector. He had been retired since 2001.


Family members include his wife of 35 years, Nancy (Cate) Pierce; three sons, Don Pierce, Jr. of Meredith, NH, Keith Pierce of Florida and Scott A. Pierce of Manchester; a daughter, Susan E. Pierce of Florida; seven grandchildren; two brothers, Richard Pierce of Concord and Wilbert Pierce of Northwood; several nieces and nephews.


A Memorial Service was held Friday, July 23, 2010, in Goodwin Funeral Home, Manchester.


A graveside service followed at Calvary Cemetery, Concord.


Memorial donations may be made to Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth (ChaD) c/o Development Office, One Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, 03756 or Concord Regional Visiting Nurses Assn., 30 Pillsbury Street, Concord, 03301.

 


 


 

 











 

 

 

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