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The first Sunday of the month at 11am is a combined Communion Service (No 9:00am service)


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April 8-9: The Man Who Came to Dinner, Nashua, NH. The play is set in the small town of Mesalia, OH, in the weeks leading to Christmas. The exposition reveals that the famously outlandish radio wit Sheridan Whiteside of New York City was invited to dine at the house of rich factory owner Ernest W. Stanley and his family. However, before Whiteside enters the house, he slips on a patch of ice outside the front door and injures his hip. He is attended by Dr. Bradley, the absent-minded town physician, and Miss Preen, his frantic nurse. While there he completely takes over the home, forcing the family to remain upstairs while he entertains a series of eccentrics and Hollywood types. In the meantime, his devoted secretary has become smitten with a local newspaper man and Whiteside devises a plan to stop the romance before she quits on him. Admission fee. Janice B. Streeter Theater, 14 Court Street. (603) 320-2530; nashuatheatreguild.org. April 8: Ladies of the Lake, Waterville, ME. A traditional Celtic performance with Ballard singing and instrumental music: fiddle, flute, tin whistle, bodhran, and more. Waterville Opera House’s Studio Theater. (207) 873-7000, (207) 873-6753; operahouse.org. April 9: Northern Gardening Symposium, “The Life-Long Garden,” Randolph Center, VT. Three gardeners share their lifelong experience to help you plan, plant, and maintain spectacular native plant gardens over time. Admission fee. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vermont Technical College. (508) 877-7630, ext. 3303; www. newenglandwild.org/learn. April 9: Annual Windsor African Violet Society Show & Sale, Windsor, CT. Peruse underwater arrangements, terrariums, dish gardens, and more. St. Gabriel’s Church. (860) 242-0162; instafax. com/wavs. April 9: 20th Annual Intergalactic Cardboard Sled Race, Newbury, NH. The most intricate and professionally designed sleds you will ever see vie for bragging rights in one of Mount Sunapee’s premier events. Join us for the best racing west of Loudon. Mount Sunapee Resort. (603) 924-3500; mtsunapee.com. April 9-10: Annual Connecticut Cactus & Succulent Society Show and Sale, Waterbury, CT. This event features lectures and demonstration, free plants to the first 50 families each day, a judged show, auctions, vendors, and more. Naugatuck Valley Community College. (860) 489-8356; (860) 420-7253; ctcactusclub.com. April 12: The New England Town, Canterbury, NH. Ever wondered how American novels come to depict New England towns? What local myths or vivid images come to mind for you? Jere Daniell, Dartmouth College, will focus on the New England village and its founding, towns and their depictions in novels, the “hows” and whys” of town meeting, and more. Hosted by Canterbury Historical Society. 7 p.m. Elkins Public Library, Canterbury Center. (603) 781- 4090.


April 12: By a Lady of New Hampshire: Women as Innovators in American Writing, Plymouth, NH. New Hampshire women have been innovators in American literature from the beginning. Tabitha Tenney of Exeter wrote on of the first satirical fictions to be published in America (1801). Newport’s Sara Josepha Hale pioneered writing in several genres and edited Godey’s Lady’s Book for 50 years. Harriet Wilson, who grew up in Milford, became the first African- American to publish a novel in the U.S. Celia Thaxter, a poet from the Isles of Shoals, was also a forerunner of today’s nature writers and ecologists. Barbara White, UNH, presents this program, which is co-hosted by the Plymouth Historical Society. 7 p.m. Pease Public Library. (603) 536-2626. April 12: Four Centuries of Fishing in NH: Yankee Character, Yankee Priorities, Salem, NH. Fishing history in New Hampshire runs the gamut of nets, spears, guns, clubs, weirs, seines, fish pots, and hooks. Overfishing, inadequate or unenforced fishing regulations, and dams ended once-enormous spawning runs of salmon, shad, and other sea-run fish up from the ocean. The Yankee tinkering and tampering instinct, coupled with confidence in new technologies and the rise of sport fishing, brought many new fish species to New Hampshire after the Civil War, often with unforeseen results. Short-term economic self-interest and environmental/economic compromises seem to have taken priority over long-term natural resource health, resulting in a tailspin of environmental degradation. Jack Noon shares the history of fishing that illustrates these complex changes. 7:30 p.m. Salem Historical Museum. (603) 893-8882. April 14: The Old Country Fiddler: Charles Ross Taggart, Claremont, NH. Taggart grew up in Topsham, VT, going on to perform in stage shows across the country for over 40 years, starting in 1895, including the famous Red Path Chautauqua circuit. A fiddler, piano player, humorist, singer, and ventriloquist, he made at least 25 recordings with the Victor, Edison, and Columbia companies and appeared in a talking moving picture four years before Al Jolson starred in The Jazz Singer. Adam Boyce portrays Taggart near the end of his career, c. 1936, sharing recollections on his life and career, with some live fiddling and humorous sketches interspersed in this living history program. 2:15 p.m. St. Joseph Church Parish Hall. (603) 542-5335. April 14: Your Hit Parade: 25 Years presenting America’s Top Popular Songs, Rochester, NH. The radio and television program Your Hit Parade chronicled American popular music from 1935 to 1959. Clavin Knickerbocker will outline the quarter-century during which the show served as a “tastemaker,” featuring songs inspired by the Great Depression and on to the advent of rock-and-roll. We’ll explore the show’s relationship with sponsor American Tobacco and Lucky Strike cigarettes and hear about the artists the show helped launch and promote. You will be treated to excerpts from original records of the songs that Your Hit Parade showcased on its weekly Saturday night show, from one-hit wonders to classic numbers still familiar today. 7 p.m. Rochester Historical Society. (603) 332-0348. April 15: In the Mood, the 1940s Big Band, Swing Dance Musical, Lowell, MA. Features a 13-piece big band orchestra and six singers/


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swing dancers - including a high-energy Swing Dance Couple - performing the songs of the 1940s. Admission fee. 7:30 p.m. Lowell Memorial Auditorium. (978) 454-2299; www.lowellauditorium.com. April 16: Earth Day Celebration, Wells, ME. An all-green, family- friendly fair, with live music, nature walks, and a beach cleanup. Wells Reserve at Laudholm. (207) 646-1555; wellsreserve.org. April 16: Patriots’ Day Revolutionary Muster and Parade, Deerfield, MA. Bring the family to Historic Deerfield for programs, a parade, and a muster featuring re-enactors from Nathan Hale Ancient Fifes and Drums. (413) 775-7214; www.historic-deerfield.org. April 17: Perspectives on Arab Culture, Nottingham, NH. It is an understatement to say that current events have sparked curiosity about Arab culture, and renewed interest in Arab-American relations. Nabil Migalli, originally from Egypt, discusses the cultures of the Middle East, especially the influence of Islam on various nations and peoples. Learn more about the status of Arab-American relations both at home and abroad. 2 p.m. Blaisdell Memorial Library. (603) 679-8484. April 20: Italian Gardens: Then and Now, Peterborough, NH. “The garden is a home’s most important room.” Cornish resident Charles A. Platt (1861-1933), architect, artist, and landscape designer, practiced what he preached. A jump ahead of Edith Wharton and Maxfield Parrish in admiration of the gardens, Platt photographed and applied Italian design principles for villas and gardens so that Americans could follow them. This illustrated program by James B. Atkinson focuses on Italian gardens as Platt photographed them in 1894. Re-photographed in a pilgrimage by Atkinson a century later, we’ll explore what these gardens look like today, from the same vantage point, and discuss the history of designed spaces. 2 p.m. Mariposa Museum. (603) 924-4555. April 20: Having a Fine Time in Manchester: Vintage Post Cards and Local History, Windham, NH. Post cards have stories to tell about the built landscape, disastrous events such as fires or floods, daily folk customs, and the identity of place. During the Golden age of the post card, before telephones, personal messages could contain anything from the mundane, “Having a fine time, wish you were here …” to more profound reflections on family life or colorful portraits of towns and cities from the perspective of newly landed immigrants. Vintage post cards of Manchester offer a lively, nostalgic adventure through a major industrial center, home to people from around the world. Robert Perreault presents this program, which is hosted by the Windham Historical Society. 7:30 p.m. Windham Museum. (603) 898-7433. April 18: Boston Marathon, Hopkinton to Boston, MA. The 115th running; watch the drama unfold along the famous 26.22-mile course. (617) 236-1652; bostonmarathon.org. April 28: The Other Side of the Midnight Ride: A Visit with Rachel Revere, Concord, NH. Hear a remarkable story of tea, trouble, and Revolution from the woman who rode through life with Paul Revere. Rachel Revere tells of the Boston Tea Party, the Midnight Ride, and the Siege of Boston. See these events through the eyes of a woman who engineered the escape of her family from occupied Boston and smuggled money to the Sons of Liberty, all while keeping the home fires burning as her husband fanned the flames of Revolution. Joan Gatturna portrays Rachel Revere in this living history program. 2:30 p.m. Heritage Heights, Barrows Activity Center. (603) 299-1266. April 29: “Women Making Waves” Quilt Show, Plaistow, NH. There will be over 150 members’ quilts on display along with two “Challenge” efforts, where a quilter is inspired to create an original design that fits into the specific rules of the challenge. In addition, there will be many vendors of fabrics, quilting supplies, and sewing machines, a Penny Raffle, lunch café, a white elephant sale, a silent auction of small wall quilts, demonstration of quilting techniques, and a raffle of an exquisite, Asian-inspired, queen-size quilt made by members of the Merrimack Valley Quilters’ Guild. Admission fee. 4/29 - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; 4/30 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Timberlane Regional Middle School, 44 Greenough Road. April 30: Hooked Rug Exhibit & Hook In, Fairfield, CT. Displays, plus exhibits, vendors, and color planning advice. Fairfield Grace Methodist Church. (203) 854-5046; (203) 445-8896; fairfieldgrace. org.


April 30: Run of the Charles Canoe & Kayak Race, Dedham to Brighton, MA. Annual benefit for the Charles River Watershed Association, with 1,500 racers and thousands of spectators. Pro, amateur, and recreational races start at the Dedham Medical Associates parking lot in Dedham and finish at Herter Park in Brighton. Don’t miss the food, music, awards, outdoor sports demos, and picnics. (508) 698-6810; charlesriver.org. May 1: Fishing Derby, Londonderry, NH. The event is open to children ages 14 and under accompanied by adults for supervision. Both the Londonderry Fish and Game and the State of NH stock the pond just before the derby with various types of fish, making it relatively easy to catch them. Prizes in various categories are provided. The event is a great opportunity for your young ones to reel in a fish and for you to catch it all with your camera! Bring your own worms and tackle. Food and drink will be available for purchase. Registration required at 8 a.m.; fishing starts at 9 a.m. Londonderry Fish and Game Club. www.londonderryfishandgamecl ub.com. May 14-15: Hampton Beach Tow Rodeo, Hampton, NH. This popular event features a huge parade of trucks, vendors, a rodeo competition, food raffles, and family-oriented activities. Hampton Beach State Park. (603) 926-8717; hamptonbeach.org. September 4: Lady Antebellum, Gilford, NH. This country trio, who have rocked their way on to numerous charts and taken the music industry by storm, will be making waves in “Lake Winni’.” Admission fee. Meadowbrook U.S. Cellular Pavilion. (603) 293- 4700; www.meadowbrook.net.


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SUNDAY SCHOOL FOR ALL AGES (9:15 -10:15 every Sunday morning) For more information call 429-2979


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Richard Syphers Richard Syphers, 71, Litchfield, died on


March 31, 2011. He was born in Portsmouth on March 4, 1940, the son of Theophilous and Eleanor (McNabb) Syphers. He graduated from Portsmouth High School and served in the U.S. Coast Guard. Dick was joined in marriage with Bonnie Dodge on February 2, 1963. He worked at Bunny’s


Obituary Obituaries


Superette for 34 years, until his diagnosis of leukemia. Dick’s family was foremost in his life, his loving wife of


48 years, Bonnie; his son Mark (Lisa) Syphers; his daughters Kimberly (Chris) Riddell and Kelly Syphers; his grandchildren Tyler, Harrison, Kendra, Jackson and Ryan; his siblings, Robert, Roger, Zoeann, Priscilla, and Bruce; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother John. A funeral service was held at Goodwin Funeral Home, 607 Chestnut Street in Manchester on April 5; burial followed at Pine Grove Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168. Please go to www.goodwinfh.com to sign the online guestbook.


LITCHFIELD SCHOOLS What’s for lunch?


April 11-15, 2011 Griffin Memorial School


Monday - Chicken patty/roll, Oven fries. Tuesday - French toast sticks, Ham bites, Tater tots. Wednesday - Meatball sub, Vegetables. Thursday - Sloppy Joes/roll, Vegetables. Friday - Romano’s pizza, Tossed salad. *Lunch alternative: Ham sandwich or Chef salad. **All lunches served with fruit and milk.


Litchfield Middle School


Monday - Chicken patty/roll or Pizza, Oven fries. Tuesday - French toast sticks or Tuna sandwich, Ham bites, Tater tots. Wednesday - Romano’s pizza or Ham sandwich, Tossed salad. Thursday - Beef & cheese tacos or Turkey sandwich, Lettuce, Tomato, Salsa, Cornbread. Friday - Pizza stick or Breaded fish patty/roll, Mozzarella dippers, vegetables. *Lunch alternative: Salad bar. **All lunches served with fruit and milk.


Campbell High School


Monday - Sausage subs, Romano’s pizza, or Tuna, Peppers & onions. Tuesday - Crispy/spicy chicken patty/roll or Cape Cod chicken salad, Vegetables. Wednesday - Pasta/meat sauce, Hot dog/roll, or Assorted subs, Vegetable, Garlic bread. Thursday - French toast sticks, Hamburger, or Assorted subs, Hash brown patty. Friday - Chicken teriyaki, Pizza, or Breaded fish/roll, Rice, Vegetables. *Lunch alternative: Chef salad. **All lunches served with fruit and milk.


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