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Letters
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Obituaries
Abstract Paintings & Tribal Masks Exhibition At New Hampshire Antique Co-Op
Now on view through May 31, 2020
Congregational Church Stays Connected
During the suspension of in-person activities in light of the Covid-19 situation, the Congregational Church of Amherst, UCC has a variety of ways for members and others to connect with church programs. This is especially important during April as Holy Week and Easter are on the horizon.
The most up-to-date information about church activities can be found on the church’s website (ccamherst.org) or by calling the church office at 673-3231. Sunday services are broadcast on FacebookLive and recorded for later on-line viewing. Services are followed by a Virtual Fellowship Hour. Links for these and other events can be found on the website.
The church’s Facebook page is another source of information, including updates and video messages from the pastors. Pastors Maureen Frescott and Kate Kennedy are available to provide pastoral care during this time, and the church welcomes community members to connect with this loving, serving, open and affirming community of faith.
Lorraine Alice Hamilton
AMHERST – Lorraine Alice Hamilton of Amherst, New Hampshire, Beach Haven, New Jersey and Rancho Mirage, California died June 14, 2020 from pancreatic cancer at her home in California. She was 73 years old and a participant in the trial of a new cancer drug at NYU Langone in New York City since April 2019. She hoped that results from the trial would improve care for other patients who develop this cancer. She was with her family when she died and was
Donald Richard Haaker
Donald Richard Haaker, 80, born June 2, 1940, son of Carl E Haaker and Jeanne LaRochelle Haaker of Fitchburg, MA, son, brother, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, peacefully passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2020 at Saint Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford, MA.
Don, as he was affectionately referred to by friends, and Dad or Grandpa by family, was a proud veteran, avid fisherman, former business owner, collector of “As Seen On TV” gadgets, and
Events
46th NH Highland Games & Festival
LINCOLN, NH – Come to Loon Mountain Resort and discover Scotland – no passport required. Be part of this 3-day celebration of Scottish music, food and drink, athletics, dance, heritage and more! Fun activities for all ages.
Our event will be different this year, but you will still find many of your favorite aspects of the Games: hearing the pipes play, watching Highland dance, seeing athletic feats of strength and endurance, enjoying fantastic Celtic musical acts, sheep dogs trials, Try-It activities, and of course, whisky tasting! Our friends at Clan Village, many fantastic vendors and so much more will be there!
We can’t wait to see you back at the mountain!
IMPORTANT DETAILS
The 46th Annual NH Highland Games & Festival returns to Loon Mountain Resort on September 17-19, 2021. Our Festival will be more intimate this year, but you will find your favorite features including:
• The Joyous Sound of Pipes & Drums
• Athletic Feats of Strength & Endurance
• Fantastic Celtic Bands like Albannach
• Sheep Dog Trials
• Agile Highland Dancers
• Whisky Tastings
• Friends in Clan Village
• Vendors with Scottish Gear
• Try It Classes
• Seeing Familiar Faces & Some New Ones
This year, there will be a limit set on capacity and will include onsite parking only for all ticket holders. All attendees must purchase a ticket in advance. No tickets will be sold onsite.
We have planned this event with current COVID limitations in mind as we cannot plan for what September might bring. We will offer an event focused on outdoor activities to ensure the safest conditions for all attendees, volunteers and staff. All current federal, state and local guidelines, and Loon Mountain policies, at the time of the event will be adhered to and strictly enforced.
NEW BOSTON – We are excited to announce the Hillsborough County Agricultural Fair (HCAF) is back and scheduled this year for September 10-12, 2021, at the 4H grounds on Route 13 (17 Hilldale Lane), New Boston, NH! HCAF is a family affair where 4H and agriculture is the focus. There are 4H animal shows, 4H multi livestock auction, exhibit halls displaying handicrafts, photography, 4H accomplishments, flowers, produce, baked goods, jams, King Arthur flour contest, truck and tractor pulls, draft horse/oxen pulls, live music, Northeast Mounted Shooters, laser tag, special demos/shows, horseshoes, and the midway offering games and rides for everyone.
