McGowan to open Bob Larsen exhibit
McGowan Fine Art announces the opening of “Inspirations, New Watercolors” featuring the paintings of Bob Larsen. The show will run through June 30, with an artist’s reception on Friday from 4:30 to 7 p.m. This show is free and open to the public.
This show offers a chance to take in the sights of New Hampshire as seen through the eyes of a noted artist.
Gallery hours are Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by appointment. Call Sarah Chaffee at 225-2515 for more information or visit our website at mcgowanfineart.com.
Sarah Chaffee
Learn to digitize family documents
Learn from the experts how to get started on digitizing your family documents and photographs. Representatives from the Northeast Document Conservation Center will be leading a workshop at the N.H. Historical Society on June 11, from 9:30 a.m. to noon, and addressing such issues as how to prepare documents and photographs for digitization, best practices for digitization, choosing appropriate equipment based on your budget and computer set-up, and tips for making quality digital images of the documents and photographs you want to preserve for generations to come. Space is limited, and registration is required. The cost for this workshop is $50 for members of the society and $65 for nonmembers. To register, call member and visitor services coordinator Wendy Olcott at 856-0621 to register by phone and pay with a credit card.
Wendy Olcott
Chapter Two Thrift Shop open Sunday
The Chapter Two Thrift Shop at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church is open on Sunday, from 9 a.m. to noon and the first Sunday of each consecutive month. Summer is in the air and shop hours change on June 6. Gently used clothing for infants, children and adults; shoes, bathing suits, accessories, boutique items, plus small household items, are always available. Cash only. All proceeds benefit the SPC food pantry, Assistance with Dignity and other efforts supporting children and families.
For more information, call 224-2523.
Nina Bonney
Veterans speaker training June 11-12
Veterans, service members and military families are encouraged to attend military voices speaker training on June 11-12, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the NAMI – New Hampshire office located at 85 N. State St. Lunch will be provided both days.
Many veterans and their families have faced post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, and/or other invisible wounds of war. How they overcome these challenges can be powerful examples for other veterans and military family members walking a similar path. Unfortunately, many veterans, service members and their families suffer in silence, reluctant to seek help because of the stigma associated with the invisible wounds of war. This training will teach veterans, service members and their families how to break through the barrier of stigma and tell their story in a safe and effective manner.
This training will prepare participants to outline their story, prepare for a presentation and modify their story for different audiences – both military and civilian. Those who complete this training will have the opportunity to join a professional speaker’s bureau and be a voice for veteran and military families in New Hampshire.
To learn more or to register for this free training, contact Kimberly at ksomarriba@naminh.org or call 568-5780.
Kimberly Somarriba
Spaghetti dinner at Second Start on June 8
Second Start Alternative High School will host a spaghetti dinner on June 8 at 5 p.m.
This dinner and raffle fundraiser for Second Start Alternative High School (17 Knight St.) is to raise funds for experiential learning opportunities for the 2016-17 school year.
The dinner will provide community members a chance to say goodbye to our current director Ted Lambrukos, the guest of honor. Lambrukos has dedicated the last nine years as program director for the alternative high school.
Cost is $10 and includes dinner and three raffle tickets. Two raffle tickets may be purchased for $5. Donations are also accepted.
Sandy Benard
Cancer Survivors Day this Sunday
Concord Hospital will celebrate Cancer Survivors Day on Sunday, at the Payson Center for Cancer Care. Registration begins at 12:30 p.m. and the program runs from 1 to 3:30 p.m.
Bring your circle of support and join the festivities including guest speaker and cancer survivor Jennifer Swenson.
Music is provided by Performers Who Care. Other activities include educational exhibits, a craft project, Native American drumming and many raffle items. Light refreshments are provided by Capital Fare Catering.
Over 15 exhibitors representing local businesses and hospital services will be present with educational and fun displays. HeartGifts Boutique and Joan K. Farrel Cancer Resource Library are open during the event.
Pleasant View Gardens is providing in-kind support. Register by calling 230-6031 or e-mail pcccinfo@crhc.org.
Jennifer Dearborn
Help GoodLife celebrate 3 years
Join GoodLife Programs & Activities as it celebrates its third anniversary “Under the Stars,” on June 23.
The event will feature a buffet dinner under a festive tent, summer refreshments including wine and beer, a 50/50 raffle, silent auction, and live entertainment from jazz pianist Tom Robinson, an instructor at the Concord Community Music School. We will be highlighting our dedicated alumni donors, and once again we will be presenting an award for the GoodLife Senior Advocate Of The Year!
The Senior Advocate of the Year Award highlights and acknowledges the contributions to civic and social life made by persons age 65 and older in our community, in unpaid or volunteer positions as an advocate for older adults, in a leadership or service capacity.
We are looking for nominations for this year’s award.
To request an application form please contact Susan Greenblott at sgreenblott@goodlifenh.org or call 369-6293
The event is $50 per person (dinner and drinks included) and will be held at Good Life, 254 N. State St.
Call 228-6630 to reserve a spot.
Susan Greenblott
