E-mail Community Calendar Info to: fred@mix941fm.com.

                           
*****Laconia Main Street‘s Outdoor Marketplace is open every Thursday from 3-7pm in the Municipal Parking Lot between Main and Pleasant Streets Downtown. It‘s where local farmers and vendors sell fresh produce, delicious food, crafts and plants. There‘s live music, too. Join them every Thursday, rain or shine! For more information call 344-2634.

*****Franklin Head Start has openings and is accepting applications for children ages  0-4. Please call 934-2161 weekdays between 8 and 3.

*****Franklin Savings Bank is hosting its 17th annual co-ed Charity Softball Tournament starting September 8th at Odell Park in Franklin. This event has raised over $36,000 for a variety of local charities over the years. This year‘s beneficiary will be local food pantries and soup kitchens. Entry fee per team is $150. There‘ll be a full concession stand available throughout the tournament, as well as 50-plus item raffle. If you‘d like to put a team into the tournament or donate a raffle item, contact Cheri at 934-8340 or Gail at 934-8368. Deadline is August 13th.

7/31/10...The Wedding Singer @ The Middle
Franklin Footlight Theatre presents "The Wedding Singer", July 30-31 at 7pm at the Middle NH Arts and Entertainment Center at the historic Franklin Opera House.  Tickets available by calling 934-1901.

8/1/10...2nd Annual Squam Lakes Poker Run
The Second Annual Squam Lakes Poker Run to benefit The Bridge House will be held August 1st. The Squam Lakes Poker Run is a fantastic fun event that raised over $4,000 dollars last year. The event involves spending an afternoon collecting playing cards by boat while raising money for a worthy cause. Registration is from 10am-12pm at Riveredge Marina, $25 for the boat and captain and $15 for additional hands. If you don’t have a boat, they have seats available on a tour boat that has been provided by Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, seats are limited costing $35 per person and $15 for additional hands. Card pick up is from1pm-4pm and the after party for judging hands is from 5pm-7pm. No boat, no problem! Everyone is invited to Walter’s Basin’s after party for raffles, silent auctions and entertainment and the “Poker Run hole in one”…..call Doug for more info 603-533-2923.

8/1/10...Savina Hartwell Free Concert Series In Tilton
The 2010 Savina Hartwell Memorial Free Concert Series is back for another summer at the Tilton Island Park across from Cumberland Farms. Concerts take place every Sunday night from 6:30-9pm. Refreshments will be available, bring your own chairs or blankets and enjoy the music! The next concert is:
August 1st with Karen Morgan and Pony Express
August 8th with Beatles Tribute Band ‘All Together Now‘
August 15th with Compaq Big Band
August 22nd with Fountain Square Ramblers
August 29th with Mink Hills Bluegrass.
For more information contact Alan Hartwell at 286-3000.

8/4/10...Farmers Market @ Tanger Outlet Center
The Exit 20 Farmer‘s Market at Tanger Outlets  is open every Wednesday, now through September 22nd from 3pm-6pm in the front parking lot at Tanger. The Exit 20 Farmers Market offers the colorful and tasty bounty of local farms and gardens. Enjoy the friendly, open air market atmosphere while shopping for fresh vegetables, fruits, wood crafts, breads, and specialty items.  For more information, call Shopper Services at 286-7880.

8/4/10...Craft Program @ Franklin Public Library
Franklin Public Library presents ‘Craft Program at the Library‘ – Wednesdays at 12 noon through August 11th. Crafts are for all ages, all materials are provided and children from any town are welcome to attend. The library is located in Downtown Franklin. 934-2911 for more information.

8/5-8/6/10...Summer Family Series @ The Middle
The Summer Family Series at the Middle NH Arts & Entertainment Center at the Historic Franklin Opera House and FACT presents Disney‘s ‘Mulan Jr.‘ Thursday & Friday, August 5 & 6 at 6:30pm. Now in its fourth season, Franklin Area Children‘s Theatre (FACT) presents Disney‘s heartwarming celebration of culture, honor and a fighting spirit featuring your favorite characters and music from ‘Mulan Jr.‘ Tickets are $10 adults, $8 children. For tickets and show info visit The Middle NH.org or call 934-1901.

8/5/10...Storytime @ Franklin Public Library
‘Storytime at the Library‘ takes place every Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30am at Franklin Public Library in Downtown Franklin.  Come and listen to some wonderful stories from their large picture book collection, then make a fun craft project. All ages are welcome to attend and there is no registration needed. 934-2911 for more information.

8/7/10...Pie Sale In Bristol
The annual Pie Sale by the Bristol Baptist Church Fidelis Ladies Missionary Society will be held at the Bristol Shop ‘N‘ Save in Bristol Saturday August 7th at 8am.  The homemade pies will sell for $7.00.  For more information, please call 744-38585.

8/7/2010...Kids ID Event @ Tanger Outlet Center
Attention parents! Be sure to bring your children to the 5th Annual Backpack Giveaway and ID Event at the Tanger Outlet Center in Tilton on Saturday, August 7th from 10am-1pm. As part of a nationwide effort to provide parents with personal safety IDs & DNA of their children in the event their child is ever missing, parents will receive free fingerprints and DNA of their children to include in the safety passport in which to maintain the child‘s current vital statistics. The first 150 children will also receive a free backpack filled with various school supplies provided by participating merchants. For more information, call Shopper Services at 286-7880. Mix 94.1fm‘s Fred Caruso  will broadcast live.

8/7-10/2/10...Make the Move! Walking Guide Challenge 
The Healthy Heart for Life Project challenges you to "Make the Move"! Complete as many of the trails listed in the Walking Guide for the Greater Franklin Area now through October 2nd. Obtain a tally card and start walking! Turn in your card at the end of the season for a chance to win prizes. The walk events listed below provide an opportunity to see many of the trails in a group setting. You can still participate in the challenge by walking independently on your own schedule.  For more information or to obtain materials, please call Melissa Rizzo at Franklin Regional Hospital, 934-2060 ext. 8369.
Saturday August 7, 9:00 a.m., Bow Street Circle, Franklin
Saturday September 4, 9:00 a.m., Franklin Falls Dam, Franklin
Saturday October 2, 9:00 a.m., Winnipesaukee River Trail, Franklin.

8/8/10...Epliepsy Foundation/Fisher Cats Fundraiser
The Epilepsy Foundation of New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Maine along with the New Hampshire Fisher Cats are sponsoring a game on Sunday August 8thagainst the Bowis Bay Sox at Fisher Cats Stadium in Manchester. Buy your $12 tickets through the Epilepsy Foundation and $4 of every ticket sold will go to the Foundation in support of programs here in NH. For tickets, contact Don or Mary Crowell 279-4176 or dmcrow@metrocast.net.

8/8/10...26th Annual Doll Show
The Lakes Region Doll Club presents its 26th annual Doll, Miniature and Teddy Bear Show & Sale Sunday August 8th from 9:30am-2pm at the Leavitt Park Community Center in Laconia. 524-0129 for more information.

8/8/10...Savina Hartwell Free Concert Series In Tilton
The 2010 Savina Hartwell Memorial Free Concert Series is back for another summer at the Tilton Island Park across from Cumberland Farms. Concerts take place every Sunday night from 6:30-9pm. Refreshments will be available, bring your own chairs or blankets and enjoy the music! The next concert is:
August 1st with Karen Morgan and Pony Express
August 8th with Beatles Tribute Band ‘All Together Now‘
August 15th with Compaq Big Band
August 22nd with Fountain Square Ramblers
August 29th with Mink Hills Bluegrass.
For more information contact Alan Hartwell at 286-3000.

8/11/10...Farmers Market @ Tanger Outlet Center
The Exit 20 Farmer‘s Market at Tanger Outlets  is open every Wednesday, now through September 22nd from 3pm-6pm in the front parking lot at Tanger. The Exit 20 Farmers Market offers the colorful and tasty bounty of local farms and gardens. Enjoy the friendly, open air market atmosphere while shopping for fresh vegetables, fruits, wood crafts, breads, and specialty items.  For more information, call Shopper Services at 286-7880.

8/11/10...Craft Program @ Franklin Public Library
Franklin Public Library presents ‘Craft Program at the Library‘ – Wednesdays at 12 noon through August 11th. Crafts are for all ages, all materials are provided and children from any town are welcome to attend. The library is located in Downtown Franklin. 934-2911 for more information.

8/12/10...Blood Drive @ Tanger Outlet Center
Tanger Outlet Center in Tilton hosts a Red Cross Blood Drive Thursday August 12th from 10am-3pm. All presenting donors receive a Red Sox/Red Cross t-shirt. If you are at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and in good health, you can give blood. Proper ID or a blood donor card is required.

8/12/10...NH Veterans Home Cruise Night
The New Hampshire Veterans Home (NHVH) will hold its Fourth Annual Cruise Night on Thursday, August 12th from 6-8pm. The rain date is Thursday, August 19. Admission is free and there is no entry fee for cars. All makes, models, and years of cars and trucks are welcome. The NHVH Cruise Night will be held at the outdoor pavilion on the Veterans Home campus at 139 Winter Street in Tilton. Refreshments will be served and musical entertainment will be provided by the Manchester-based band, "Room to Move."  The event will also feature a cash raffle to benefit the NHVH Resident Benefit Fund. For more information please call Maureen Campbell or Jon Bossey at 527-4400.

8/12/10...Summer Family Series @ The Middle
The Summer Family Series at the Middle NH Arts & Entertainment Center at the Historic Franklin Opera House presents ‘Allejandro‘s Olde Tyme Magik Shows‘ Thursday, August 12th at 6:30pm. Award-winning magician Andrew Pinard brings a taste of vaudeville with his wonderful one-man stand-up magic show designed with an emphasis on
audience participation, visual magic and physical comedy guaranteed to amuse the whole family. Tickets are $10 adults, $8 children. For tickets and show info visit The Middle NH.org or call 934-1901.

8/13/10...Umunara International Conference @ NHTI Concord
The NHTI Christian Student Organization is sponsoring the Umunara International Conference for Refugees from Rwanda from August 13 through 15 at the NHTI Sweeney Auditorium. The goal of this vital conference is to assist refugees with their adjustment to life in the U.S.  The registration fee is $30.  Call Dr. Anni at 941-400-5797 for more information.

8/13/10...2nd Annual Odell Park Celebration
The 2nd annual Odell Park Celebration takes place Friday August 13th from 2-7pm at Odell Park in Franklin. Fun for the whole family! Enjoy field games from 2-4:30pm; a chicken barbecue from 4-6:30pm and live music with the Rainy Tuesday Bandfrom 6-7pm. Tickets for the chicken barbecue are $10 for adults; $5 for kids12 and under and a family of four is $25 dollars. Tickets may be purchased in advance at the Franklin Rec Center or the day of the event. All other activities are FREE! 934-2118 for more information.

8/14/10...Alton Bay Boat Show
Saturday August 14th, it‘s the 34th Annual Alton Bay Boat Show from  9:00am-Noon. The New Hampshire Boat Museum will present the informal, non-judged vintage boat show at the Alton Bay town dock.  All "woodies" welcome.  Come and vote for the 2010 People‘s Choice Award. Free admission. For details, email museum@nhbm.org, call 569-4554 or visit  nhbm.org.

8/14/10...Concord Cannons AAU Baseball Tryouts
The Concord Cannons AAU Baseball Program has roster positions available for their U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15 and 16-18 year old showcase travel baseball teams. This program is for the serious ballplayer looking to take their game to the next level. Tryouts will be held at Concord Sports Center
August 14th. For more information please contact Bryan Caruso 224-1655 www.concordsportscenter.com/>

8/15/10...Savina Hartwell Free Concert Series In Tilton
The 2010 Savina Hartwell Memorial Free Concert Series is back for another summer at the Tilton Island Park across from Cumberland Farms. Concerts take place every Sunday night from 6:30-9pm. Refreshments will be available, bring your own chairs or blankets and enjoy the music! The next concert is:
August 15th with Compaq Big Band
August 22nd with Fountain Square Ramblers
August 29th with Mink Hills Bluegrass.
For more information contact Alan Hartwell at 286-3000.

8/17/10...Free Blood Pressure Clincs
Franklin Visiting Nurse Association holds a number of free blood pressure clincis each month. The next one is:
Tuesday August 17th, 11-Noon at Shaws in Tilton;
Thursday August 19th, 11-Noon at the Pines Community Center in Northfield;
Tuesday August 23rd, 10:30-11:30am at the TRIP Center in Downtown Franklin.
Call 934-3454 for more information.

8/18/10...Farmers Market @ Tanger Outlet Center
The Exit 20 Farmer‘s Market at Tanger Outlets  is open every Wednesday, now through September 22nd from 3pm-6pm in the front parking lot at Tanger. The Exit 20 Farmers Market offers the colorful and tasty bounty of local farms and gardens. Enjoy the friendly, open air market atmosphere while shopping for fresh vegetables, fruits, wood crafts, breads, and specialty items.  For more information, call Shopper Services at 286-7880.

8/19/10...Storytime @ Franklin Public Library
‘Storytime at the Library‘ takes place every Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30am at Franklin Public Library in Downtown Franklin.  Come and listen to some wonderful stories from their large picture book collection, then make a fun craft project. All ages are welcome to attend and there is no registration needed. 934-2911 for more information.

8/19/10...Storytime @ Franklin Public Library
‘Storytime at the Library‘ takes place every Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30am at Franklin Public Library in Downtown Franklin.  Come and listen to some wonderful stories from their large picture book collection, then make a fun craft project. All ages are welcome to attend and there is no registration needed. 934-2911 for more information.

8/19/10...Summer Family Series @ The Middle
The Summer Family Series at the Middle NH Arts & Entertainment Center at the Historic Franklin Opera House presents the Vermont PuppeTree‘s ‘Caps For Sale‘ Thursday, August 19th at 6:30pm. Based on the much loved Esphyr Slobodkina book, this tale of a peddler and some monkeys has captured the hearts of audiences for decades. PuppeTree tells this exciting story through the eyes of seven different cultures, using an engaging variety of puppetry styles to celebrate diversity. Tickets are $10 adults, $8 children. For tickets and show info visit The Middle NH.org or call 934-1901.

8/21/10...Benefit In Memory Of Marcus Moulton
A benefit in memory of Marcus Moulton will be held at 35 Hammond Hill Rd. in Bridgewater, just off the River Rd. Listen and dance to the music of  Shana  Stack and Fastlane. Enjoy burgers and hot dogs, raffles, a bouncy house for the kids and a dunking booth, fun for the whole family! Proceeds will benefit the Marcus Moulton Scholarship Fund. Marcus lost his life in a motorcycle accident two years ago. He was just 20 years old. The scholarship will be awarded to a Newfound Regional High School student who is going to college for welding or auto mechanics.  Call 744-8153 for more information. Donations to the schoalrship fund may also be made to the Marcus E. Moulton Scholarship Fund, c/o Franklin Savings Bank, 387 Central Street in Franklin, 03235.

8/22/10...Savina Hartwell Free Concert Series In Tilton
The 2010 Savina Hartwell Memorial Free Concert Series is back for another summer at the Tilton Island Park across from Cumberland Farms. Concerts take place every Sunday night from 6:30-9pm. Refreshments will be available, bring your own chairs or blankets and enjoy the music! The next concert is:
August 22nd with Fountain Square Ramblers
August 29th with Mink Hills Bluegrass.
For more information contact Alan Hartwell at 286-3000.

8/23/10...Project E.X.T.R.A. Golf Tournament
Put a little ‘E.X.T.R.A.‘ in your swing and register for the 2nd annual ‘Project E.X.T.R.A.‘ Golf Tournament Monday August 23rd at Lochmere Golf & Country Club. 8:30am shotgun start. $400 per foursome. Donation includes 18 holes of golf with cart, post tourney lunch, raffles and many more prizes! Contact Laconia Police Chief Mike Moyer for more information, 520-1868. Proceeds benefit ‘Project E.X.T.R.A.‘, which serves children and families in Laconia and provides healthy, enriching and educational activities during out of school time.

8/25/10...Farmers Market @ Tanger Outlet Center
The Exit 20 Farmer‘s Market at Tanger Outlets  is open every Wednesday, now through September 22nd from 3pm-6pm in the front parking lot at Tanger. The Exit 20 Farmers Market offers the colorful and tasty bounty of local farms and gardens. Enjoy the friendly, open air market atmosphere while shopping for fresh vegetables, fruits, wood crafts, breads, and specialty items.  For more information, call Shopper Services at 286-7880.

8/25/10...Blood Drive @ St. Paul‘s In Franklin
St. Paul‘sParish Center in Franklin hosts a Red Cross Blood Drive Wednesday August 25th from 1pm-6pm. All presenting donors receive a Red Sox/Red Cross t-shirt. If you are at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and in good health, you can give blood. Proper ID or a blood donor card is required.

8/27/10...Summer Comedy Series @ The Middle
The Summer Comedy Series at the Middle NH Arts & Entertainment Center at the Historic Franklin Opera House presents ‘The Blanks‘, Ted‘s Band from Scrubs, Friday, August 27th at 8pm. Better known as "Ted‘s Band" from the NBC hit Scrubs, the Blanks administer a double-dose of acapella antics that will keep the audience rolling in the aisles. Advance tickets $25.  For tickets and show info visit The Middle NH.org or call 934-1901.

8/28/10...Lobster & Chicken Barbecue In Bristol
Tapply-Thompson Community Center‘s annual Lobster & Chicken Barbecue takes place Saturday August 28th at Kelly Park in Bristol from 5-6:30pm. Kids hot dog plates will also be available. Dinner entertainment will be provided by Uncle Steve‘s Band. Tickets are available by calling the Tapply-Thompson Community Center at 744-2713.

8/29/10...Old Fashion Tent Revival In Bristol
On Sunday, August 29th there will be an "old fashioned tent revival meeting" at Kelly Park in Bristol at 2pm.  Enjoy "Revive America" with music and testimonies.  Presenters will include Don Smith Country Gospel Singer, the Moore Family Gospel  Singers, Refuge House and more.  For more information, please call 744-3885 or 744-8348.

8/29/10...Savina Hartwell Free Concert Series In Tilton
The 2010 Savina Hartwell Memorial Free Concert Series wraps up the 2010 season at the Tilton Island Park across from Cumberland Farms this Sunday with ‘Mink Hills Bluegrass‘. Concert take place Sunday night from 6:30-9pm. Refreshments will be available, bring your own chairs or blankets and enjoy the music! For more information contact Alan Hartwell at 286-3000.

8/30/10...City Of Franklin Filing Period
The City of Franklin recently announced this year‘s candidacy filing period as August 21st to August 30th.  Citizens interested in running for City Council, School Board, Ward Clerk, Moderator and Supervisor of the Checklist are encouraged to apply at Franklin City Hall, 316 Central Street in Franklin during the week of August 23rd and by Monday, August 30th at the latest.

9/1/10...Farmers Market @ Tanger Outlet Center
The Exit 20 Farmer‘s Market at Tanger Outlets  is open every Wednesday, now through September 22nd from 3pm-6pm in the front parking lot at Tanger. The Exit 20 Farmers Market offers the colorful and tasty bounty of local farms and gardens. Enjoy the friendly, open air market atmosphere while shopping for fresh vegetables, fruits, wood crafts, breads, and specialty items.  For more information, call Shopper Services at 286-7880.

9/8/10...Farmers Market @ Tanger Outlet Center
The Exit 20 Farmer‘s Market at Tanger Outlets  is open every Wednesday, now through September 22nd from 3pm-6pm in the front parking lot at Tanger. The Exit 20 Farmers Market offers the colorful and tasty bounty of local farms and gardens. Enjoy the friendly, open air market atmosphere while shopping for fresh vegetables, fruits, wood crafts, breads, and specialty items.  For more information, call Shopper Services at 286-7880.

9/11/10...Summer Comedy Series @ The Middle
The Summer Comedy Series at the Middle NH Arts & Entertainment Center at the Historic Franklin Opera House presents Stand-Up Comedian Jimmy Dunn Saturday, September 11th at 8pm. From his regular Red Sox pre-game appearances to hosting NESN‘s Fan Attic, Jimmy Dunn is a stand-up kind of guy with the Sox appeal you‘ve been searching for. Whether sharing a jail cell with Matt Damon in ‘Stuck on You‘ or appearing on Comedy Central and Jimmy Kimmel Live, his high-profile humor is sure to hit one out of the park! Advance tickets $22.  For tickets and show info visit The Middle NH.org or call 934-1901.

9/15/10...Farmers Market @ Tanger Outlet Center
The Exit 20 Farmer‘s Market at Tanger Outlets  is open every Wednesday, now through September 22nd from 3pm-6pm in the front parking lot at Tanger. The Exit 20 Farmers Market offers the colorful and tasty bounty of local farms and gardens. Enjoy the friendly, open air market atmosphere while shopping for fresh vegetables, fruits, wood crafts, breads, and specialty items.  For more information, call Shopper Services at 286-7880.

9/22/10...Farmers Market @ Tanger Outlet Center
The Exit 20 Farmer‘s Market at Tanger Outlets  is open every Wednesday, now through September 22nd from 3pm-6pm in the front parking lot at Tanger. The Exit 20 Farmers Market offers the colorful and tasty bounty of local farms and gardens. Enjoy the friendly, open air market atmosphere while shopping for fresh vegetables, fruits, wood crafts, breads, and specialty items.  For more information, call Shopper Services at 286-7880.

9/10/10...Choose Franklin Candidates Night
The Choose Franklin organization has had four years of success bringing candidates together to inform voters of their thoughts at the annual Candidate‘s Forum. All community members are invited to attend this year‘s Candidate‘s Forum to hear the views of our next potential members of the Franklin City Council and School Board.   This year, the 5th Annual Candidate‘s Forum will be held on Monday, September 27th at  the Franklin City Hall / Franklin Opera House at 7pm with doors
opening for candidate ‘Meet & Greet‘ time at 6:30 p.m. Choose Franklin welcomes your suggested questions for the candidates in advance of the Forum.    Send your question(s) pertinent to the candidate(‘s) election to Choose Franklin, PO Box 304, Franklin, NH 03235.  Or, submit questions via the organization‘s web site at  choosefranklin.org. Submissions are encouraged until the September 10th deadline.

9/27/10...Choose Franklin Candidates Night
The Choose Franklin organization has had four years of success bringing candidates together to inform voters of their thoughts at the annual Candidate‘s Forum. All community members are invited to attend this year‘s Candidate‘s Forum to hear the views of our next potential members of the Franklin City Council and School Board.   This year, the 5th Annual Candidate‘s Forum will be held on Monday, September 27th at  the Franklin City Hall / Franklin Opera House at 7pm with doors
opening for candidate ‘Meet & Greet‘ time at 6:30 p.m. 

10/2/10...New Hampshire Marathon
18th Annual NH Marathon and Craft Show takes place Saturday October 2nd at 9am at Newfound Memorial Middle School on Lake Street in Bristol. The events for the day include the Marathon, a 10K, Health Walk, & Craft Show. It‘s sponsored by the Newfound Region Chamber of Commerce to benefit these groups: Mayhew & Circle Programs (for at risk young people) & Tapply-Thompson Community Center. For information and  applications, visit NH Marathon.com or call  744-3335. Call Nancy for Craft Show information  at 744-9488.

10/7-10/8/10...Diversity Journey 2010
Casey Family Services is pleased to announce the seventh annual Diversity Conference - Diversity Journey 2010: Different Paths, Shared Destiny. The conference will be held on October 7 and 8 at the Radisson Hotel and Center of New Hampshire
Conference Center in Manchester. If you have any questions about the conference, please do not hesitate to email lstanley@caseyfamilyservices.org or call 1.800.417.7375.

10/9/10...Pines Community Center Golf Tourney
The 3rd annual Pines Community Center Golf Tournament takes place Saturday October 9th at the scenic Den Brae Golf Course in Sanbornton. Shotgun start at noon. Your $300 dollar per team donation includes an golf w/cart, an awards dinner, prizes, raffles and a live auction. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Call the Pines Community Center in Northfield  for more information or to reserve your spot, 286-8653. Proceeds will benefit The Pines‘ ‘Raise the Roof‘ campaign to replace their aging roof. Mix 94.1fm is a proud sponsor of this event.

11/20/10...WRHS Chem Free Craft Fair
Winnisquam Regional High School Chem-Free Program, the longest, continuously running chem-free program in the state of New Hampshire, holds its annual Craft Fair Saturday November 20th at the high school in Tilton from 9-3am. Crafters are needed. to secure your 8x8 spot for only $20, call Sonia at 286-4531 or email sshaw@wrsdsau59.org.

Ongoing:

*****Storytime at the Franklin Public Library  - Tuesday at 9:30 AM and Thursday at 9:30 AM. Come and listen to some wonderful stories from their large picture book collection, then make a fun craft project. All ages are welcome to attend and there is no registration needed. The Franklin Public Library, 310 Central street, downtown Franklin welcomes those from other towns and visitors from other places!

*****The Preston Center, serving children in need in the Tilton, Northfield and Sanbornton areas, is open in the lower level of the Pines Community Center in Northfield. The center will be open the first and third Wednesday every month and accepts donations from 3-6pm. They‘re currently seeking new and gently used infant and children‘s clothes, toys, shoes, backpacks, diaper bags and blankets for children ages newborn through 12. Winter clothing, gloves, hats and mittens are especially needed at this time. All donations are tax deductible and stay local. 286-8653 for more information.

*****The "Concord Area Fibromyalgia Empowerment" Group (The Cafe) meets twice monthly. For more information, please contact Gary Cote at 455-9797 or visit www.cafegroupnh.com. Fibromyalgia is a chronic illness whose sufferers experience widespread pain, profound fatigue and other often disabling symptoms. Fibromyalgia affects at least 1 in 50 New Hampshire residents and its prevalence may be growing.

*****Let‘s not forget our friends and neighbors who need a helping hand. The Twin Rivers Interfaith Food Pantry is always in need of contributions. Your help is needed and greatly appreciated. Send monetary donations to Twin Rivers Interfaith Food Pantry, PO Box 184, Franklin, NH 03235. Or drop off any type of food donation to 237 Central Street, the old St. Jude‘s Church, in Downtown Franklin, Tuesday & Thursday 9am-11:30am or Wednesdays from 5-7pm. Call the food pantry at 934-2662 or Esther at 286-8110. Twin Rivers Interfaith Food Pantry serves the towns of Franklin, Tilton, Northfield, Sanbornton, Hill, Andover, Salisbury and Danbury.

*****The Special Olympics New Hampshire Recycle For Gold Program is back! You can support SONH athletes by donating your unwanted vehicle to Car World. Call 1-800-639-2608, extension 29 for more information.

*****Immediate opening for position of ‘Angel of Change‘. Must be kind, generous, and enjoy helping others. Benefits include making a difference in the lives of people living with disabilities. Do you have what it takes to be an ‘Angel of Change‘? For more information visitEasterSealsNH.com!

*****Donate blood at an American Red Cross Bloodmobile event. If you‘re at least 17 years of age and in good health, you can give blood. For more information on the next Red Cross Bloodmobile in your area, call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or log on athttp://www.redcross.org/ .

*****Do you have a place in your heart & home to help a deserving child? Spaulding Youth Center seeks caring individuals in the greater Merrimack & Belknap counties area who are interested in becoming foster parents. Call Carol Sanborn at 286-8901, extension 212 or visit http://www.spauldingyouthcenter.org/

*****The Concord Area Red Cross holds a number of courses each month, including adult, child and infant CPR; Water Safety; First Aid, Babysitting Instruction and more. For more information call 225-6697.

Pictured, the little boy who has inspired a nation to register through DKMS, Giovanni Guglielmo of Belmont, for the national bone marrow registry. DKMS is the world‘s largest marrow donor center with over 1.7 million registered donors, and has facilitated over 14,000 transplants. DKMS was founded in 1991 by Peter Harf, who was in desperate need to find an unrelated match for his wife, suffering from leukemia. DKMS stands for Deutsche Knochenmarkspenderdatei, or German Bone Marrow Donor Center in English. The New York office will help meet increasing U.S. demand for bone marrow transplants. To learn more, visit dkmsamericas.org, call 1-866-340-DKMS (3567). Also, visit helpgiovanniguglielmo.org