Skate for a Cure
Written by Barbara Tetreault
By Kyle Newton
You've seen them raising money at the annual Berlin/Gorham Relay for Life fundraiser to end cancer. Now the New Hampshire Northern Correctional Facility 'Jailbirds', a group of local correctional officers, have come up with another great event to raise funds for the American Cancer Society.
This Saturday, Feb. 23, the Jailbirds have challenged the Berlin Fire Department firefighters to a fun hockey game at the Notre Dame arena in what is being called 'Skate for a Cure'. The game will get underway at 7 p.m.
In addition to watching the two teams play their hearts out, spectators will be entertained by mascots who will cheer on the teams and mingle with the crowd. There will be half time games for kids interested in participating. They even plan to have halftime games for any kids who want to participate.
If hockey isn't your thing, a silent auction will be held in the lobby and is free to all.
"We really hope this will be an annual thing," said Laura Tardiff, of NCF. "Everyone has been affected, somehow, due to cancer. W e like creating new ideas and ways of raising money," she said.
Tardiff hinted a local celebrity will be dropping the ceremonial first puck to mark the start of the competition. She said Jailbirds went so far as try to get Maine comedian, Bob Marley, as a celebrity referee. But, he reluctantly admitted he was not a big fan of hockey.
"A big thank you goes out to the Fire Department for jumping at the opportunity when we offered the idea." Tardiff said. "We hope to give back to the community in more ways than just during Relay for Life, and I think this is a good start".
You've seen them raising money at the annual Berlin/Gorham Relay for Life fundraiser to end cancer. Now the New Hampshire Northern Correctional Facility 'Jailbirds', a group of local correctional officers, have come up with another great event to raise funds for the American Cancer Society.
This Saturday, Feb. 23, the Jailbirds have challenged the Berlin Fire Department firefighters to a fun hockey game at the Notre Dame arena in what is being called 'Skate for a Cure'. The game will get underway at 7 p.m.
In addition to watching the two teams play their hearts out, spectators will be entertained by mascots who will cheer on the teams and mingle with the crowd. There will be half time games for kids interested in participating. They even plan to have halftime games for any kids who want to participate.
If hockey isn't your thing, a silent auction will be held in the lobby and is free to all.
"We really hope this will be an annual thing," said Laura Tardiff, of NCF. "Everyone has been affected, somehow, due to cancer. W e like creating new ideas and ways of raising money," she said.
Tardiff hinted a local celebrity will be dropping the ceremonial first puck to mark the start of the competition. She said Jailbirds went so far as try to get Maine comedian, Bob Marley, as a celebrity referee. But, he reluctantly admitted he was not a big fan of hockey.
"A big thank you goes out to the Fire Department for jumping at the opportunity when we offered the idea." Tardiff said. "We hope to give back to the community in more ways than just during Relay for Life, and I think this is a good start".
Last Updated on Wednesday, 20 February 2013 20:20
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Sled Fest, Firehouse Pancake Breakfast Saturday
Snow, snow machines, and pancakes all come together at the 2nd Annual Sled Fest/Firehouse Pancake Breakfast hosted by the Gorham Fire and EMS Associations. This event is held in conjuntion with the Presidential Range Riders Annual Sled-Fest and will take place on Saturday, Feb. 23 from 7-11 a.m. at the Gorham Fire Station (347 Main Street).
Come hungry as the breakfast is all you can eat for just $7 for adults and $4 for children. Served up hot and fresh will be all of your breakfast favorites including eggs, bacon, sausage, homefries, and of course…pancakes! There will also be a 50/50 raffle. Proceeds from the breakfast will go towards the purchase of life saving equipment.
Come hungry as the breakfast is all you can eat for just $7 for adults and $4 for children. Served up hot and fresh will be all of your breakfast favorites including eggs, bacon, sausage, homefries, and of course…pancakes! There will also be a 50/50 raffle. Proceeds from the breakfast will go towards the purchase of life saving equipment.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 19 February 2013 21:01
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Writers' Night Out meeting featuring North Country Poet Laureate
Esther M. Leiper, Poet Laureate of New Hampshire's North Country, will make a special presentation at the next meeting of the North Country Writer's Night Out Group. That meeting will take place on Monday, March 4, in the kitchen of the Brown Company House, on Main Street, in Berlin, 5 to 7 p.m.
While her presentation will focus on poetry, prose writers should also find much of value in what she has to say. Esther Leiper has won many a poetry prize for her work and has written a book on how to win poetry prizes. She is also accomplished in prose and in drawing. All those who are interested in the written word should profit from her presentation.
The March 4th meeting will follow a somewhat different format from the usual. The first part of the meeting will follow the group's normal pattern of group discussion regarding writing and publishing matters, readings of works-in-progress or newly completed or published works, and a snack break. After the snack break, Esther Leiper, who is a member of the Writer's Night Out Group, will make her presentation, followed by a question and answer period that will bring the meeting to a close.
Whether you are a published writer; someone who feels he or she has something to say, but doesn't quite know how to say it; or just someone interested in the written word, you are welcome to give our group a try. Please feel free to contact me: Dick Conway - 603-449-2558 or
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Last Updated on Monday, 18 February 2013 22:17
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Jefferson planning community coffee hours
The Jefferson Library Trustees will be hosting two community coffee hours at the Jefferson Library. The dates are Feb. 23 and March 2, 10:30 a.m.
Librarian Joy McCorkhill and various members of the Board of Trustees, the Friends of the Library, and the Library Building Committee will be on hand to welcome visitors and to share thoughts and information about the future of the library.
All community members are invited to attend.
Librarian Joy McCorkhill and various members of the Board of Trustees, the Friends of the Library, and the Library Building Committee will be on hand to welcome visitors and to share thoughts and information about the future of the library.
All community members are invited to attend.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 19 February 2013 20:58
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SaVoir Flare expanding coffee cafe
SaVoir Flare is proud to announce the expansion of the coffee cafe into a sweet space all it's own. ...By The Cup is nestled next to Berlin's little book boutique that is a NH GRAND Best of Business and a Best in shopping, Editor's Pick by NH Magazine. "Unique North Country Gift Shop"
Stop in and enjoy a fresh cup of locally roasted coffee or a delicious steep of Forte Tea.
"The great thing about this set up is you can try before you buy," states proprietor, Elizabeth Ruediger. "I offer 24 varieties of kcups available for mix and match and four rotating varieties of Forte Tea so you can get a little taste of superior goodness before investing in a particular flavor.". Forte Tea is a New England based business, as well as the gourmet popcorn, biscotti and yummy donuts and artisan breads from Vermont that will stock the metro-feel cafe.
SaVoir Flare has gone through several stages of transition as it has grown from a 265 sq. foot venue to nearly 800 feet between two store fronts on Berlin's rebounding Main St. In three years, SaVoir flare has been recognized as a NH GRAND Best of Business and a NH Magazine, Editors Pick, Best in Shopping "unique north country gift store". The bookstore offers a wonderful selection of best sellers, as well as the talents of local authors. The boutique is an urban oasis in the small city and welcomes all with a little humor, edginess and a touch of haute couture.
It will be hosting local authors, Kyle Newton on Sat., Feb. 23 and Rosalie Richards on Sat., Mar. 3. Both events are noon to 3pm.
SaVoir Flare is located in downtown Berlin at 52 Main St., Berlin, NH. 603-752-3930 www.savoirflarenh.com Hours: M,T,TH,F 11-5 and S 10-4. Closed Sunday and Wednesday.
Stop in and enjoy a fresh cup of locally roasted coffee or a delicious steep of Forte Tea.
"The great thing about this set up is you can try before you buy," states proprietor, Elizabeth Ruediger. "I offer 24 varieties of kcups available for mix and match and four rotating varieties of Forte Tea so you can get a little taste of superior goodness before investing in a particular flavor.". Forte Tea is a New England based business, as well as the gourmet popcorn, biscotti and yummy donuts and artisan breads from Vermont that will stock the metro-feel cafe.
SaVoir Flare has gone through several stages of transition as it has grown from a 265 sq. foot venue to nearly 800 feet between two store fronts on Berlin's rebounding Main St. In three years, SaVoir flare has been recognized as a NH GRAND Best of Business and a NH Magazine, Editors Pick, Best in Shopping "unique north country gift store". The bookstore offers a wonderful selection of best sellers, as well as the talents of local authors. The boutique is an urban oasis in the small city and welcomes all with a little humor, edginess and a touch of haute couture.
It will be hosting local authors, Kyle Newton on Sat., Feb. 23 and Rosalie Richards on Sat., Mar. 3. Both events are noon to 3pm.
SaVoir Flare is located in downtown Berlin at 52 Main St., Berlin, NH. 603-752-3930 www.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 19 February 2013 14:39
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