Greetings from the Greater Franklin Chamber of Commerce!
Make community involvement part of your fall, please share this newsletter with co-workers, friends and family, and as always, e-mail your community news as well as requests to be added to (or removed from) the e-mail list to Kelly Untiet at: info@experiencethreerivers.com. Enjoy!

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NEW EVENTS THIS MONTH

Artists on the Trail
October 1
Friends of the Northern Rail Trail - Merrimack County will be sponsoring ARTISTS ON THE trAIL, an exhibition and silent auction to be held at the Andover Elementary Middle School in Andover, NH. The event will include a 5K footrace and bicycle raffle. Refreshments will be served. For additional information go to the Friends of the Northern Rail Trail website at www.fnrt.org.

Over 50’s and Lakes Region Singles
October 1
Join the Over 50’s and Lakes Region Singles for an Open House at Red Cranberries in Alton at the junction of Rt 140. Event to take place from 10:30 am to 5:00 pm. We are not a "club" that involves meetings and dues. Members schedule events. We keep in contact through e-mail and phone calls (web site in future as we grow). Meet new people with like interests. Some of the activities are dining, dancing, hiking, canoe/kayaking, plays, concerts, and picnics. Please call Betty at 393-9964 or boop@worldpath.net for information. Newcomers are always welcome.

Trip to Suffolk Downs
October 2
The Pines Community Center will be hosting a trip to Suffolk Downs Race Track in Boston. The bus will depart the center at 10:00 am and return at 7:00 pm. Cost for the trip is $15. If you are interested in attending please call The Pines at 286-8653.

Free Intro to Computers Class
October 3 - 12
This class is for beginners who would like to learn basic computer skills. It starts Oct. 3 thru Oct. 12, Tuesdays & Thursdays from 1:00pm - 4:00pm at On-Track Training, 20 Canal St. in Franklin. Call 934-4400 for more information.

Are You Living with Joint Pain? We Can Help!
October 3
Join LRGHealthcare Physical Therapist Laurie Shephard and Dr. Christopher FitzMorris for this FREE lunch and learn program.  Learn more about the causes of joint pain, exercises that may help reduce pain, and the latest treatment options available. Tuesday, October 3rd, noon-1:30pm at the Pines Community Center in Northfield. All are welcome to attend. Please call 934-2060 ext. 369 to register or for more information.

Midlife Momentum- Living Healthy After 40
October 3
Join LRGHealthcare for the FREE program discussing screening recommendations and health concerns of midlife women including: hormone replacement therapy, risk factors for heart disease, menopause, and healthy lifestyles. Doneta Fischer, ARNP, Integrative Women's Health, will be our guest speaker at Franklin Regional Hospital beginning at 6:00 pm. Please register by calling either 527-2997 or 934-2060 ext. 369.

FRH Auxiliary Open House and Meeting
October 4
Are you interested in volunteering to be part of a group that undertakes fun and exciting projects? Come to the FRH Auxiliary Open house and meeting on Wednesday, October 4th from 5:30-7pm to learn about how you can be involved and make a difference. The open house will be held in Conference Room C. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Bring a friend! For more information or to confirm your attendance, please call Sandy Marshall at 934-2060 ext. 207...

Taste of Fall
October 5
Franklin Opera House, Inc., cordially invites you to attend the 2006 “Taste of Fall,” Mojalaki Golf Club Thursday, October 5, 2006 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. $15.00pp We will be offering our guests a wide variety of special treats from a scrumptious assortment of hors d’oeuvres to chocolate delicacies all brought to you by the following; Alan’s of Boscawen, Asian Delight, Franklin; Bread and Chocolate, Concord; Contigiani Catering, Laconia; Heartfelt Memories, Tilton; Margaritas Mexican Restaurant, Concord; Rocky Mountain Chocolates, Tilton; Su Kho Thia/Asian Gourmet, Tilton; Walter’s Basin, Holderness and there maybe a few surprises waiting for your taste buds to enjoy. The wines will be brought to us by Gourmet Wines, Dunn Wine Brokers, Pine State Beverages. We will also have New Hampshire made ciders from Farnum Hill Ciders, Lebabon, NH. A silent auction will be offered with items from businesses around the state that will include gift certificates. There will be several items from local arts and craftsmen that will include original art by Judy Palfrey; Framed Picture by local photographer, Gail Rousseau, pottery by prize winning potter, Sarah Burns, a handcrafted wooden piece by Bill Burns. and French pastry form Madeline’s Elegance Defined, Concord. If folks have items they would like to donate, please notify Judy Plafrey 934-6025. Tickets can be purchased on the FOH web site and from the FOH office 603-934-1901 from 12:30 to 5:30 or Judy Palfrey, 934-6025

Books are Fun! Book Sale
October 7
FRH Auxiliary will host the Books are Fun Book Sale outside the Franklin Regional Hospital cafeteria on October 7th from 9-3:30. Look forward to new vendors, new books, and great prices. Everyone is welcome.

Over 50’s and Lakes Region Singles
October 7
Join the Over 50’s and Lakes Region Singles beginning at 8 PM for the Granite State Symphony Orchestra at Concord City Auditorium Betty We are not a "club" that involves meetings and dues. Members schedule events. We keep in contact through e-mail and phone calls (web site in future as we grow). Meet new people with like interests. Some of the activities are dining, dancing, hiking, canoe/kayaking, plays, concerts, and picnics. Please call Betty at 393-9964 or boop@worldpath.net for information. Newcomers are always welcome.

Annual New England Boiled Dinner
October 7
On Saturday, Oct 7, the Franklin United Methodist Church, 88 Franklin St, will serve their annual New England Boiled Dinner. Dinner will be served from 5:00 to 6:30 pm. Adults - $8.00; Children under age 12 - $3.00. Dinner will include:  Corned beef or Ham, vegetables, salad, hot rolls & dessert. This event has been held annually over  80 years.

Pampering for a Purpose: Breast Cancer Awareness and Education Event
October 7
We invite you to join us on Saturday, October 7th for Pampering for a Purpose at the Tanger Outlet Center from 10am-2pm. This very special event sponsored by LRGHealthcare and the Tanger Outlet Center will be focused on bringing awareness to the community about breast cancer and breast health. Purchase a “Pink and Choose” discount card and be entered into an exciting prize raffle for pampering items. Proceeds from this promotion and also 10% of Shop for a Cure gift cards will be donated to the LRGHealthcare Women’s Imaging Center. Take part in educational displays focused on women's health, talk to health professionals, and relax with free pampering services such as chair massage, makeup consultation, paraffin dips, and more! Enjoy live music and pink fashion displays provided by Tanger Outlet Center merchants. Free special pink gift while supplies last. Look for us under the white tent in the parking lot. For more information please call 934-2060 ext. 369.

Over 50’s and Lakes Region Singles
October 8
Join the Over 50’s and Lakes Region Singles as they travel to the Sandwich Fair (Annie & Orphans will be playing at 10 AM and again at 2 PM). We are not a "club" that involves meetings and dues. Members schedule events. We keep in contact through e-mail and phone calls (web site in future as we grow). Meet new people with like interests. Some of the activities are dining, dancing, hiking, canoe/kayaking, plays, concerts, and picnics. Please call Betty at 393-9964 or boop@worldpath.net for information. Newcomers are always welcome.

Midlife Momentum- Living Healthy After 40
October 10
Join LRGHealthcare for the FREE program discussing screening recommendations and health concerns of midlife women including: hormone replacement therapy, risk factors for heart disease, menopause, and healthy lifestyles. Doneta Fischer, ARNP, Integrative Women's Health, will be our guest speaker at Lakes Region General Hospital beginning at 6:00 pm. Please register by calling either 527-2997 or 934-2060 ext. 369.

Over 50’s and Lakes Region Singles
October 11
Join the Over 50’s and Lakes Region Singles beginning at 7:30 PM for the New Black Eagles Jazz Band at Concord City Auditorium. This event is FREE. We are not a "club" that involves meetings and dues. Members schedule events. We keep in contact through e-mail and phone calls (web site in future as we grow). Meet new people with like interests. Some of the activities are dining, dancing, hiking, canoe/kayaking, plays, concerts, and picnics. Please call Betty at 393-9964 or boop@worldpath.net for information. Newcomers are always welcome.

Lights On After School
October 12
The Franklin Celebrates program will join more than 7,500 sites nationwide participating in "Lights On After School!"  on Thursday, October 12.  This national celebration of the value that after school programs bring to communities will be commemorated in Franklin with games, exhibits, and a community supper to be held at Franklin Middle School.  Parents and youth are invited to attend the activities that have the theme, "Keep Kids Safe, Help Working Families, Inspire Learning".  The event will be held from 4-6 p.m.  Downtown merchants are asked to keep their own lights on during that time.  Students from Franklin Celebrates will be distributing hand-colored paper light bulbs to place in store windows prior to the event.  Franklin Celebrates' Lights on After School event  is supported in part by a grant from the NH Dept. of Education 21st Century Community Learning Center grant.

Octoberfest
October 12
At 10:30 am the trIP Center will begin the celebration with live entertainment. Stay for a hearty autumn lunch consisting of apple cider, beef stew, cornbread, salad, and pumpkin pie. After the meal we will have a fall themed afternoon of BINGO. Contact the trIP Center for more information.

Christmas Tree Shop
October 13
Come join the trIP Center for a trip to the Christmas Tree Shop. We always have a great time. We will enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant. Don’t you just love a bargain? Sign up at the trIP Center as seats will go fast. Transportation costs $8.00 and will depart the center at 9:00 am, lunch is your responsibility.

Book Sale
October 13 & 14
Join us for a book sale at the Franklin Public Library on Thursday,Oct.12th from 5:30pm to 8:00pm, Friday,Oct.13th from Noon to 5:00pm, and Saturday,Oct.14th 9:00am to 5:00pm. All proceeds to benefit Franklin Public Library and Hall Memorial Library, Northfield.

The Baptist Church of Franklin Silent Auction and Spaghetti Dinner
October 14
Join us for a Silent Auction and Spaghetti Dinner to benefit our camp scholarship program on
October 14, 2006 beginning at 4pm. Reserve your tickets now for the spaghetti dinner, only $5.50.  Call or e-mail Elizabeth Colburn now for more information or to reserve your tickets. 934-2802, colburn_elizabeth@yahoo.com

Banjo Dan and the Mid-Nite Plowboys
October 14
Visit the Franklin Opera House for Banjo Dan and the Mid-Nite Plowboys on Sunday, October 14th. Since 1972, this band has become one of the most respected acoustic bands in the Northeast, with an outstanding repertoire of fiddle and banjo tunes, bluegrass, spirituals, and folk and country ballads. Show starts at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $6.00 to $15.00. For more information call (603) 934-1901 or visit www.franklinoperahouse.org.

Seventh Annual Walk to Fight Cancer
October 14
Join us for a walk to fight cancer and provide aid and/or support to individuals and/or their families who are battling cancer and live in the greater Plymouth, NH area, and to the families of those who have succumbed to the disease. The walk is scheduled for October 14. Walk begins at noon and ends at midnight (Registration 11 a.m. to Noon) at the Plymouth State University PE Center (Field House) on Holderness Road in Holderness. Raise $50 and receive a Walk to Fight Cancer 2006 T-shirt. Purchase a “luminary” (a decorative candle that lights the pathway of walkers) for $5.00. For more information call 603-707-1466 or via e-mail info@memoriesalive.org. This event is hosted by Plymouth State University in Partnership with Mid State Health Center, Boyle Law Office, Northway Bank, and Venture Print Unlimited, Inc.

Over 50’s and Lakes Region Singles
October 15
Join the Over 50’s and Lakes Region Singles as they begin Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. Walk will kick off at 11 am in Concord. We are not a "club" that involves meetings and dues. Members schedule events. We keep in contact through e-mail and phone calls (web site in future as we grow). Meet new people with like interests. Some of the activities are dining, dancing, hiking, canoe/kayaking, plays, concerts, and picnics. Please call Betty at 393-9964 or boop@worldpath.net for information. Newcomers are always welcome.

Leaf Peeping Up North
October 16
Join the trIP Center for a scenic foliage trip. We will travel to Lincoln and Woodstock stopping along the way to see the beautiful colors of fall. There will be a picnic lunch along the way. $8.00 covers the cost of the transportation and picnic. Bus will depart the Center at 9:00 am.

Japanese Fabric Dyed Ornaments
October 17
trIP Center Program Assistant, Sarah Cote, will be a guest teacher for the Busy Hands Crafting Group. Sarah will show the group how to do Shibori Japanese fabric dyeing, which is a stitch resistant method of submersion dying. Participants will turn the beautiful fabric into holiday ornaments. This is a great way to create some lovely gifts and to enjoy the company of fellow artists and crafters. Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 am until the end of November. Please sign up with Sarah at the front desk or call 934-4151. You do not have to be a member of the crafters group to sign up for this class.

Highland Lake Inn Hosts Business After Hours
October 18
Nestled amongst picturesque barns, gorgeous fields, and old New England farmhouses, the Highland Lake Inn is the perfect place to spend a crisp autumn night. Join Pecco and Gail Beaufays as they host the Greater Franklin Chamber of Commerce for an evening of Business After Hours, Wednesday, October 18th at the Highland Lake Inn in East Andover from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. Take a tour of this gorgeous bed and breakfast, enter to win exciting raffle prizes, and network with fellow professionals. “I am really excited for this event,” commented Sandy Marshall of LRGHealthcare and President of the Chamber. “Andover is a wonderful community and we are proud to serve the businesses located there.”  As always, Business After Hours presented by the Greater Franklin Chamber of Commerce is free to all.  The Greater Franklin Chamber of Commerce serves the communities of Andover, Franklin, Hill, Northfield, Salisbury, Sanbornton, and Tilton.  To learn more about this event or how to become a member of the Chamber, contact the office at (603) 934-6909 or online at www.experiencethreerivers.com or www.franklinnhchamber.com.

Servicelink
October 19
Eve Slawsky will be coming to the trIP center to talk to people about Winterization. There are many affordable things that one can do to get their homes and selves ready for the cold winter weather ahead. There will be time to meet one-on-one with Eve if there are other topics you would like addressed afterwards. Stop by to learn something new and get you questions answered about community assistance for Seniors. Discussion will begin at 10:30 am.

Mystery Lunch
October 20
Always a good time, the trIP Center Mystery Lunch is a fun way to share a great meal with friends. No one knows where the meal will be, but we know that it will be a good time- so come along. Transportation is $4.00 and the cost of lunch is your responsibility. Bus to depart at 10:00 am.

Foxwoods Casino
October 25
Spend the day at one of the world’s largest casinos.  In addition to gambling there is lots of shopping, sight seeing, and dining to be enjoyed. The bus will depart the trIP Center at 7:00 am and will return at 7pm. The cost of $30.00 per person includes transportation, and the bonus package in place. Sign up early because we need 35 people in order to go. Payment for this trip is due by Friday, October 20th. To attend any trIP Center event, sign up at the Center at least 5 days prior to trip. If there is a cost for the event, it will be due at time of sign up. Call us with questions (934-4151).

Cabaret
October 26 - 28
This musical, made famous by Joel Grey and Liza Minnelli, a co-production of Franklin Footlight Theatre and the Franklin Opera House, will get your body swaying and tug at your heart. All shows will be held at the Franklin Opera House, downtown Franklin and will begin at 8:00 pm. Tickets are $8.00 to $10.00. For more information call (603) 934-1901 or visit www.franklintheatre.com or www.franklinoperahouse.org

Community Halloween Party
October 28
It’s that time again, time for the fun-filled Community Halloween Party! This year’s events include face painting, cookie decorating, craft tables, a pumpkin decorating contest, Halloween stories, and more. There will be goody bags, refreshments, and a great time to be had. Kids get to keep everything they make. Children 11 years old and under are invited to come accompanied by an adult. Party will begin at 1:00 pm. We are looking for volunteers. If you would like to help make this year’s party the best yet please call Nancy at 934-4151. ATTENTION SENIORS: The trIP Center needs volunteers to run the craft tables. We could also use someone to help with face painting and the refreshment table. If you have an idea for a Halloween craft and would like to create it with the children let us know.

Annie and the Orphans
October 28
The New Hampshire Veterans Home and Belmont Rotary Club present Annie & The Orphans to entertain at the first ‘Servicemen‘s Club-Remember When‘ event Saturday October 28th from 6-11pm at Pheasant Ridge Country Club in Gilford. This event is open to everyone. Tickets are $25 each with proceeds benefiting the New Hampshire Veterans Home Benefit Fund and the Belmont Rotary Charities. Call 527-4400 for more information.

Annual Monster Dash Road Race
October 29
The annual Monster Dash 5K road race, presented by the students and faculty of Tilton School takes place Sunday October 29th at 1pm. Registration starts at noon. There‘ll be fun activities on the Tilton School campus for the entire family! Check back here for more information. Proceeds from the 10th annual fundraiser will benefit the Tilton/Northfield/Sanbornton Youth Assistance Program and the Bread & Roses Soup Kitchen.

RECURRING EVENTS

Town/City Governments

Franklin Zoning Board of Adjustment
October 3
The Franklin Zoning Board meets the first Wednesday of every month in the City Council Chambers, also known as the Franklin Opera House, beginning at 7:00 p.m. The public is always welcome. Should you have questions, please contact Dick Lewis or Angela Carey at 934-2341.

Franklin City Council Meeting
October 1
The Franklin community is always welcome at the Franklin City Council Meetings, typically the first Monday of each month.  Meetings are held at 7:00 pm in Council Chamber of Franklin City Hall, otherwise known as the Franklin Opera House.

Franklin School Board Meeting
October 15
All are welcome to attend the monthly meeting of the Franklin School Board.  Meetings are held the third Monday of each month in the Franklin High School Library at 7:00 p.m. For a copy of the agenda prior to the meeting, stop by the SAU #18 Office on the Franklin High School campus.  Your attendance and input is welcome and encouraged!

Franklin Planning Board Meeting
October 24
The monthly meeting of the Franklin Planning Board takes place the fourth Wednesday of each month in the Franklin City Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m., otherwise known as the Franklin Opera House.

Franklin Heritage Commission
October 11
Heritage Commission will have its monthly meeting the second Thursday of every month at 6:00 pm on the 2nd floor of the Franklin Public Library. Please come to learn or help out. If you would like to hear about the proposed Franklin Historic District, or help save the history and heritage of Franklin please attend our meeting or leave a message about your interest at 934-3900.

Community Organizations

Rotary Club
October 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
The Franklin Rotary Club meets every Tuesday morning from 7:00 to 8:00 a.m.; join a meeting at Mr. D's Restaurant on North Main Street in West Franklin. To find out more about the great events and programs sponsored by the Franklin Rotary Club, visit http://franklinrotaryclub.org, or call Club President, Sandra Marshall, at 934-2060, ext. 207.

Franklin Outing Club Meeting
October 3
Join the Franklin Outing Club as they meet the first Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm at the Veteran's Memorial Recreation Area Lodge.  Contact Kathy Fuller at mkf@metrocast.net for more info or call 934-3296.

Choose Franklin
October 4
Are you interested in being a part of a very active group of community-minded residents, business leaders, city officials, and civic group members to improve the economic, social and civic life in Franklin?  If so, Choose Franklin may be for you! All are welcome!  Mark your calendars for meetings to be held the 1st Thursday of each month at alternating locations. Contact Linda Lafever for more information.

Franklin Historical Society
October 4
PLEASE NOTE THE DAY and SUBJECT CHANGE!! Due to a conflict with the Opera House's fundraiser "Taste of Fall" at the Mojalaki on Thursday, 6:30 pm to 8:30 on the 5th, The Franklin Historical Society is holding its meeting the day before, so members can attend both events (for tickets to the Wine and Chocolate Tasting call the Opera House at 934-1901 or Judy Palfrey 934-6025). The Historical Society meeting will be held at its usual place, upstairs in the Franklin Library at 7:00 pm (enter through the rear and take the elevator to the top floor) Due to the previously scheduled speaker's unavailability, Joan Young, the Society's longtime secretary, will present a slideshow of views of Franklin's past, going as far back as the flood of 1936, including several pictures of historic buildings lost to fire, demolition, or disaster. Free parking behind the Opera House/City Hall and no admission charge. Everyone is welcome.

Greater Franklin Chamber of Commerce
October 10
Meetings of the Greater Franklin Chamber of Commerce are held the second Wednesday of each month beginning at 8:00 am in the Chamber office located at 406 Central Street in Franklin. If you have any questions please contact Amanda at the Chamber office, 934-6909.

Winnipesaukee River Trail Association
October 9
Monthly meetings are held at 6:30 pm at Health First Family Care Center on the second Tuesday of every month.  Health First Family Care Center is located at 841 Central Street in Franklin.

Franklin Opera House Board Meeting
October 16
All are welcome to attend the monthly meeting of the Franklin Opera House held the third Tuesday of each month in the Opera House (also known as Franklin City Hall) at 7:00 p.m.  For more information call the Franklin Opera House at 934-1901.

Franklin Business and Professional Women
October 18
Franklin Business and Professional Women meet the third Wednesday every month at the Peabody Home in Franklin from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. New members are welcome! For more information please contact Terri Lemire at 934-6554 or TLemire@aol.com or visit our website: www.nhbpw.org\franklin.htm.

“Make the Move” Three Rivers Walking Club
October 7, 14, 21 & 28
Looking for a fun way to “fall” into fitness? Join the Three Rivers Walking Club for Saturday morning walks in October. Meet at the beautiful new Trestle View Park in downtown Franklin and walk the Winnipesaukee River Trail to Cross Mill Road and back. Walks begin promptly at 8:30am. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress in layers! Join Mix 94.1 FM’s radio personality Fred Caruso on Saturday, October 7th as he leads the walk! For more information on this free walking initiative brought to you by the Healthy Heart for Life Project please call 934-2060 ext. 369 or visit www.experiencethreerivers.com

For Adults

Adult Volleyball
October 7, 14, 21 & 28
Any adult (18 years and older) interested in playing pick-up volleyball is welcome to the Franklin Recreation Center on Sunday evenings from 5:00pm – 6:30pm.  This is an on-going program with a one time fee of $10.00 for Franklin residents and $15.00 for non-residents.
 
Old Timer’s Basketball
October 7, 14, 21 & 28
Individuals forty years of age and older are welcome to participate in open basketball nights.  The Franklin Recreation Center is open on Sunday evenings from 6:30pm – 8:30pm for pick-up basketball games.  This is an on-going program with a one time of $10.00 for Franklin residents and $15.00 for non-residents. For more information or to register, contact the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department: Phone: 934-2118; e-mail: rec@franklinnh.org or our web page at www.franklinnh.org

Adult Recreation
October 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
Adult Recreation will meet on Mondays from 6:30pm – 7:30pm at the Franklin Recreation Center.  This program encourages socialization as well as physical activities for adults with special needs.  This is an on-going program with a one time fee of $10.00 for Franklin residents and $15.00 for non-residents.

Parent and Child Meetings
October 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
Join Mary-Beth Settergren of the Riverbend Parent Child Centers Tuesday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Unitarian Church on Central Street in Franklin.  This meeting is for parents and children.  Transportation is available!  Call Mary-Beth Settergren at 226-7505 ext.3210.

Circle of Parents
October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
Circle of Parents is a parenting support group that meets every Wednesday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Franklin United Methodist Church at 88 Franklin St. in Franklin.  The group is designed to encourage parent leadership and develop parenting skills in a non-judgmental and supportive atmosphere. Moderated by a skilled facilitator, the group follows the national model of "sharing ideas, sharing support" where topics of discussion can be anything related to raising kids, such as discipline techniques, school behaviors and performance, youth culture and health and safety. Parents decide the topics, lead the discussions and are involved with group decision-making. The support group is free and childcare is provided.  Anyone seeking information about this group should call Joan Valk at 934-4885.

“Taking Life in Control” Support Group
October 3 & 17
“Taking Life in Control” is a support group for cancer survivors or anyone who is dealing with the diagnosis of cancer. Family, friends and new participants are always welcome. No advance registration is necessary.  Meetings take place the first and third Wednesday of the month from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Oncology waiting room at LRGH.

Caring Caregivers Support Group
October 3 & 17
“Caring Caregivers” Support Groups are for caregivers of the memory-impaired and others meet at  the Northfield Pines Community Center from 1:00 to 2:30 pm on the first and third Wednesday of each month. The facilitator is Ginny Timmons. For more information call 286-7066 or Pat Marceau, RN, at 524-8444, ext. 343.

Open Basketball
October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
Any adult (18 years and older) interested in playing pick-up basketball games is welcome to the Franklin Recreation Center from 7:30pm – 9:00pm on Wednesdays.  This is an on-going program with a one time fee of $10.00 for Franklin residents and $15.00 for non-residents.

At the trIP Center

Pokeno
October 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
The trIP (Twin Rivers Intergenerational Program) at the corner of Smith and Canal Streets in downtown Franklin (across from Franklin Savings Bank) has a Pokeno game every Monday at 12:15 p.m.  Stop by and join the fun!  If more information is needed, call Nancy Marceau at 934-4151.

Line Dancing
October 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26 & 29
The trIP (Twin Rivers Intergenerational Program) at the corner of Smith and Canal Streets in downtown Franklin (across from Franklin Savings Bank) has line dancing every Monday and Friday at 10:00 a.m.  Stop by and join the fun!  If more information is needed, call Nancy Marceau at 934-4151.

Craft Group
October 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 & 30
This group of varied crafters that meets every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30 a.m. to work on diverse projects for the Center craft fairs. All materials provided; they just need your talent. The trIP (Twin Rivers Intergenerational Program) Center is at the corner of Smith and Canal Streets in downtown Franklin (across from Franklin Savings Bank).  Stop by and join the fun!  If more information is needed, call Nancy Marceau at 934-4151.

Agile Up!
October 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 & 30
Agile Up! meets at the trIP Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. The cost of the 6-week program is $30.00 ($2.50 per class) due at registration. We need a minimum of 15 people to hold the class and the class is open to the public. Please call the trIP Center at 934-4151 to reserve a space in this great class.

BINGO
October 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 & 30
The trIP (Twin Rivers Intergenerational Program) Center at the corner of Smith and Canal Streets in downtown Franklin (across from Franklin Savings Bank) coordinates BINGO every Tuesday and Thursday after lunch at 12:15 pm.  Stop in and try you luck!  They play for an hour and have a terrific caller.  If more information is needed, call Nancy Marceau at 934-4151.

Chair Exercises
October 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 & 30
The trIP (Twin Rivers Intergenerational Program) at the corner of Smith and Canal Streets in downtown Franklin (across from Franklin Savings Bank) coordinates chair exercises every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:00 am.  Seniors are welcome to stop in for some exercise!  If more information is needed, call Nancy Marceau at 934-4151.
Old Time Radio
October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
Join the trIP Center for a new weekly program beginning on Wednesdays at 12:15 p.m. Listen to cassettes of all the old radio shows like The Shadow, Lights Out, and The Inner Sanctum Mysteries. We also have an extensive collection of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and more. This will bring back great memories for some people and we encourage people who have never heard the classic radio shows to join us too! Refreshments will be served and this is open to the public.

Winnipesaukee Trail Walks (With Nancy and Sarah)
October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
Come enjoy a bit of exercise and walk along the beautiful Winnipesaukee Trail every Wednesday beginning at 10:00 am. If you’ve never walked on the trail it is quite lovely along the river. Come and bring a friend. We will meet at the Trestle Park lot. Be sure to wear your walking shoes, spray on some bug repellent, and bring a bottle of water. This will be a lot of fun. Call the trIP Center with questions, 934-0219. Hope to see you there.

Whist
October 5, 12, 19 & 26
The trIP (Twin Rivers Intergenerational Program) at the corner of Smith and Canal Streets in downtown Franklin (across from Franklin Savings Bank) has Whist every Friday at 12:15 p.m.  Stop by and join the fun!  If more information is needed, call Nancy Marceau at 934-4151.

Blood Pressure Clinic
October 25
The trIP (Twin Rivers Intergenerational Program) at the corner of Smith and Canal Streets in downtown Franklin (across from Franklin Savings Bank) has blood pressure testing the fourth Tuesday of each month from 10 – 11 a.m., provided by the Franklin VNA.  If more information is needed, call Nancy Marceau at 934-4151.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Cabaret
November 2 – 5
This musical, made famous by Joel Grey and Liza Minnelli, a co-production of Franklin Footlight Theatre and the Franklin Opera House, will get your body swaying and tug at your heart. All shows will be held at the Franklin Opera House, downtown Franklin and will begin at 8:00 pm except for November 5th which will begin at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $8.00 to $10.00. For more information call (603) 934-1901 or visit www.franklintheatre.com or www.franklinoperahouse.org

Stop Smoking with Hypnosis
November 16
Are you ready to stop smoking?   Hypnosis can often help stop a behavior that no longer fits your lifestyle.  With the relaxation experienced in hypnosis comes a feeling of self-control & confidence.   Brenda Wentworth, MA, ACH, CEPH will conduct Stop Smoking with Hypnosis groups of no more than four participants. Sessions will be held at the Lakes Region General Hospital and will run from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. Cost of this program is $65.00. Please register by calling 934-2060 ext. 369 or 527-2997.

Free Official GED Practice Test
November 18
Take the official GED practice test to identify your strengths and weaknesses and determine your readiness for the GED Exam. Saturday, November 18 from 1:00pm-6:00pm at On-Track Training, 20 Canal St. in Franklin. Pre-registration required. Call 934-4400 for more information.

DID YOU KNOW?

The Experience Three Rivers monthly newsletter is more popular than ever! The newsletter is now received by over 500 households each month and the number of event submissions is increasing rapidly. In response to some comments that we have received into the office and in the interest of keeping the newsletter informative and easy to read, beginning in January 2007 we will no longer print Recurring Events each month. We ask that any businesses, town/city governments, or other civic organizations that have recurring meetings submit them to the Chamber office by December 1st for permanent placement on our website. Please direct any questions relating to this matter to the Chamber office, 934-6909.

The Greater Franklin Chamber of Commerce would like to extend the opportunity to area non-profits, social, and civic organizations to list any and all community events on not only the award winning website, www.experiencethreerivers.com, but also in the Experience Three Rivers Newsletter. This newsletter is distributed monthly via email to over 600 households and over 1,000 people visit the website weekly in search of fun events and area attractions. Events may be submitted at any time by visiting www.experiencethreerivers.com/contribute. You may also submit events via telephone by calling (603)934-6909 or by mail to PO Box 464, Franklin, NH 03235. When submitting your listing please be sure to include name of event, sponsoring organization, date, time, and location. In order to ensure that an event appears in the newsletter, it must be received by the last Tuesday of the month prior to the event by 2:00 pm. Inclusion on the website and in the newsletter is free of charge to community and/or civic organizations and only businesses that are members of the Chamber will be permitted to post to the site. The Greater Franklin Chamber of Commerce serves the communities of Andover, Franklin, Hill, Northfield, Salisbury, Sanbornton, and Tilton.  To learn more about the Chamber or how to sign up for the newsletter, contact the office at (603) 934-6909 or online at www.experiencethreerivers.com or www.franklinnhchamber.com.

Punch Brook Farm is celebrating fall! Enjoy a horse-drawn wagon ride through the Fall foliage to a Pumpkin Patch and pick your own pumpkin! Continuous Rides Every Half Hour Saturdays & Sundays in October 11:30 am to 3:30 pm. Cost is $7.00 per person. For directions call the Farm at 934-2738.

The Hall Memorial Library in  Northfield invites you and your family in anytime! They‘re open Monday and Thursday 10am-8pm; Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 10am-6pm and Saturday from 10am-2pm. Check out their continuing programs, including storytime Mondays at 12:45; Rubber Stamping, Mondays 6-7:30pm; Sit and Knit Fridays from 3-5pm; Scrabble the second Thursday of every month from 6-8pm and book discussion every 4th Tuesday at Noon. For more information call 286-8971.

The Franklin Senior Center provides... A nutritious midday meal at 11:30 a.m. Monday through Friday (There is a $2.00 requested donation), Meals on Wheels to homebound seniors and individuals with disabilities, Senior transportation on our wheelchair accessible Community Action Program bus Monday through Friday (Door-to-door service is available upon request), Fellowships, information, entertainment, learning opportunities and much more. We are a ServiceLink satellite office providing information and referrals on issues related to aging, chronic illness, and disabilities. We are available to assist you with your needs. You will have access to a wide variety of brochures and informational materials in our Resource Room or stop by to speak to a ServiceLink representative. Also, please call us at 934-0219 with any questions. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please call 934-4151 for a meal reservation, ride, or just stop by for a visit!

SEEKING VOLUNTEERS

The trIP Center is looking for someone who would be willing to teach a gentle yoga class twice a month at the Center. Please call Sarah or Nancy at 934-4151.

The VNA of Franklin will be holding a hospice volunteer training course, starting on September 5th and running for six consecutive Tuesdays through October 10th. Classes will be held at the VNA office on 75 Chestnut Street from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Hospice volunteers enhance the quality of life for those receiving hospice care.  Please call Linda at 934-3454 for more information or to register for the training.

The Twin Rivers Interfaith Food Pantry (trIFP) needs your help!!! Currently, the pantry in need of funds to help continue operations and meet the needs of our community. We fed 13,503 meals in the month of February 2006. We average approximately 12,000 meals each month throughout the year serving eight communities, Andover, Danbury, Franklin, Hill, Northfield, Salisbury, Sanbornton and Tilton. We purchase the food by the pound from the New Hampshire Food Bank through donations and are blessed to have USDA food and donations from Hannaford. We have never turned away a family in need, from any area, without food and a telephone number of a Food Pantry located in the area in which they live.The Twin Rivers Food Pantry is supported strictly through generous donations, of funds, time, talents, resources and prayers. We are very fortunate to have friends and benefactors willing to come together with mutual respect and a purposeful vision of feeding the hungry. Please feel welcome at any time to come and visit the trIFP. We welcome any visitors and welcome ideas and suggestions. Our hours of operation by volunteers only are; Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am and Wednesdays from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. We are located at Central Street at the St Jude’s Church (the brown building across from the public library).

We hope you’ve enjoyed this issue of the Three Rivers Newsletter.
Thanks for reading; now you’re ready to enjoy our community!