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EVERY WEEK IN OUR COMMUNITY
| Monday Evening:
Monday Night Contra Dance
8:00 pm ~ Nelson Town Hall
Admission: $3.00
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Tuesday & Thursday:
Town Offices Open
9:00 am until Noon
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Sunday:
Nelson Congregational Church
Service at 9:30 am
Info 603-847-3280
Chapel By The Lake
Service at 10:00 am
Info 603-847-9900
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Olivia Rodham Memorial Library Hours Monday 10:00 - 1:00
Tues, Wed, Thurs
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Story Hour: Tuesday
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oct - May
Saturday 10:00 - 1:00
Free Internet Connection
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Knitters & Crocheters Club
meets every other Thursday, 10:00 am, at the Chapel By The Lake
next meeting: 08/30 |
| Does Your Project Need Funding?
If you are planning a community project that you believe will benefit the Nelson and Munsonville community, there may be funds available to help you get started. Moving in Step has a convenient downloadable application form available at the website.
Contact Richard Popovic 847-3192 or Dave Birchenough 827-3552 for more information.
What's Happening in the Marketplace?
What makes our online Classifieds and Marketplace so unique? It's our friends and neighbors that make it stand out.
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Greetings!
There's lots to get to this week, so let's get to it ....
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 | Notices from the Town Officials | |
Selectmen's Notices, Meetings, Etc.
One Selectman's Report, 8/26/12:
Hello Everyone,
It's been an event filled summer and we've made some good progress that I'd like to report to you today.
In response to our need for trained and licensed emergency medical personnel, on our Nelson Fire and Rescue Department, Fire Chief, Rick Lothrop, has organized a training course for a class of medical service provider called First Responder. The outpouring of interest for this training, from individuals in our community, has been extremely gratifying. We have a total of ten people who have volunteered to be trained and to perform as First Responders for our Town. Thanks to all of you. The cost of this training will be covered by the Town and will come from the training component of the Fire Department's budget.
Lisa Sieverts reports that "On Thursday, August 30 at 7:00 pm, architect Rick Monahon will present his recommendations for the Library basement, Town Hall, and second floor of the Old School House. He will have budget estimates for each project, including several options. All town residents are encouraged to come, ask questions, and weigh in on which, if any, projects should be brought to Town Meeting next year." We applaud Lisa's work and that of the Town Buildings Committee. They have organized the development of their work in away that involves your opinions and interests. Please attend the meeting of the Town Buildings Committee on 8/30 so that we can continue this good work. I believe that this meeting will be held in the Town Hall.
Finally, thanks to the diligent work of our contractor, Keene Commercial Interiors, and to the dedication and tolerance of Edie, Teri, and Edith, we are beginning to put the finishing touches on our Town Offices' Remodeling Project while continuing to provide Town services out of the Old Brick Schoolhouse. Walls and finish work are in place and we are expecting that the interior painting will begin this week. Completion of the work, by our State imposed 9/30 deadline, appears to be well on its way.
That's all for now. I hope everyone enjoys the rest of a pleasant summer in our great Town.
Dave
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| Public Meeting Regarding the Town's Public Buildings |  News from the Town Buildings Committee:
On Thursday, August 30, at 7:00 pm in the Nelson Town Hall, architect Rick Monahon will present his recommendations for the renovations of the Library basement, Town Hall, and the second floor of the Old School House. He will bring his budget estimates for each project, including several options for each. All town residents are encouraged to come, ask questions, and weigh in on which, if any, projects should be brought to Town Meeting next year.
If you have any questions, or would like any further information, please contact Lisa Sieverts at 762-0235 or via email.
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| Nelson Town Band End-Of-Summer Concert
and Ice Cream Social
|  Enjoy the last taste of summer with local Ice Cream, homemade toppings and whipped cream all served to you with a smile!
Mark your calendar for September 2nd at 3:00 pm and plan to relax on the front lawn of the Nelson Congregational Church as you are being serenaded by the wonderful sound of the Nelson Town Band. Grab a hearty serving of ice cream and top it with your favorite M&Ms, Reese's Pieces, caramel, hot chocolate, crushed nuts (healthy!), gummies, whipped cream, and whatever else our hosts and hostesses can dream up!
Bring a chair, your appetite, friends and family to this beloved end of our summertime event!
 Sundaes- $5.00 and $4.00
Proceeds go to the Nelson Congregational Church
Volunteers and donations welcome!
More info phone:603-847-9533 or 603-847-3280 |
| No Meals On Wheels Delivery Sept. 3rd |  There will be no Meals on Wheels delivery on Monday, September 3rd, due to the Labor Day holiday. Delivery will resume on Wednesday, September 5th.
Meals On Wheels are available in our community for seniors and individuals with disabilities who are home-bound, and not able to prepare a meal. The Meals on Wheels liaison for Nelson and Munsonville is Rev. Dawn Garrett-Larsen at Nelson Congregational Church. Call her at (603) 847-3280.
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| After Care at Nelson School | Nelson Elementary School now offers an After-School Program for our students. If you have already returned your paperwork for this program to the school, that's great! However, if you haven't yet returned it, please call the school at 847-3408 no later than tomorrow so that we can complete our plans for a fun program for all!
Even if you plan on having your student attend just one day or so a week, we still would like to hear from you.
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| School Begins September 4th |  The Red Carpet will once again be rolled out on the morning of September 4th to welcome our students to another exciting school year at Nelson Elementary.
Got your pencils, notebooks, backpacks, and lunch boxes ready? Just so you are fully informed, the very first school lunch of the year will feature PIZZA! Want the Lunch Menu for the entire month? Click here |
| It's Tea Time!
|  Hello Friends!
Yes, believe it or not, next Tuesday is the first Tuesday in September. Angel, who was originally slated to host Tea on September 4th is unable to host for us this time. The great news is that Jan Perry has enthusiastically agreed to have tea at her home on September 4th. Join us at 10:00 am for tea, coffee, goodies and fellowship! Jan lives 9/10th of a mile from the Nelson Common mailboxes as you drive towards Harrisville on the Nelson/Harrisville road. The driveway is on left, marked by one newspaper box with the number 640 on it. HOWEVER, this is a shared driveway and Jan's house is UP THE HILL, to the right. The actual house number is 636 and it is on a porch post as is our name "Perry Landrey".
For all the information you might need about our First Tuesday Teas, please call us at 847-3280. Everyone is invited to attend, so we look forward to seeing your there. As always...please spread the news and encourage friends to attend.
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| Supervisors of the Checklist |  The Supervisors of the Nelson Checklist will be available to register new voters and to make any corrections necessary to the Voting checklist on Tuesday, September 4th, at 7:00 pm until 8:00 pm.
We'll be at the Nelson Town Offices.
Call Hope Lothrop, 847-9045, for more information.
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| Come Zentangle with us! |  On Thursday, September 6, from 7 pm - 8 pm at the Nelson Library, you are invited to come do Zentangle with us!
Zentangle is a way of creating beautiful images from repetitive patterns. It is fun and relaxing. It increases focus and creativity, provides artistic satisfaction along with an increased sense of personal well being. The Zentangle method is enjoyed across a wide range of skills, interests and ages.
No need to bring anything except your imagination!
For more information call the staff at 847-3214 or email library@townofnelson.com |
| 2nd Saturday Contra Dance
|  The Monadnock Folklore Society presents the Nelson Second Saturday Contra Dance on September 8th, featuring Don Primrose with Bo Bradham and Gordon Peery.
Caller Don Primrose from Sullivan, NH, is well-known for his able guidance of the weekly Monday night dance in Nelson. He is also the founder of the Hundred Nights Shelter in Keene, NH.
Fiddler Bo Bradham was one of the founding members of the Greenfield Dance Band based in Massachusetts. He has studied with Mark O'Connor, Natalie MacMaster, and Martin Hayes. With his roots in New England and his love of southern music, Bo succeeds at crossing of boundaries between many genres of music.
Gordon Peery, of Nelson, NH, plays piano with gusto, appearing with bands such as Celticladda and Airdance. He has played for dances all over America as well as the Shetland Isles and England. He is also known for his jazz trio work, most recently appearing with Swing Set.
Dancing begins at 8:00 PM, with a short workshop beforehand. Beginners and singles are welcome and all dances are taught throughout the evening. Admission is $8 or $6 for students and seniors. The dance takes place in the historic Town Hall in Nelson, NH.
For more information call 603.762.0235 or visit www.monadnockfolk.org.
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| Annual Walk for Linda's Closet |  Come Walk for Linda's Closet on Saturday morning, September 15th.
Linda's Closet 5K Run/Walk Information:
$15 per individual participant postmarked on or before Aug 31st; $20 after that date.
$15 per Corporate Challenge participant postmarked before Aug 31st; $20 after that date.
$10 per Family participant postmarked before Aug 31st; $15 after that date.
('Family' is defined as persons related biologically, by marriage, or by committed partnership.)
Event to be held at:
Nelson School, Granite Lake Road, Nelson, NH
7:15-8:15 am: Race Day Registration and check-in for pre-registered entrants
8:30 am: Race/Walk Event Starts
9:45 am: Awards Ceremony
Location: Around Granite Lake
www.lindascloset.org/ |
| Guess Who's Coming to Dinner? |  Will it be you?
Judi Lang and Karen Tolman are orchestrating the second fun and informal way to gather around the table, share a potluck meal, get to know one another and enjoy the evening. Have we piqued your interest?
The entertaining element of mystery to this evening is this: The host's address is provided to the guests, but the host doesn't know who's coming to dinner. The guests show up at the address, but don't know who else will be there. In fact, they may not even know their host - even in a small town like Nelson. A fun and relaxing event - that's it!
You bring a potluck dish and show up or you share your table. So guess who's coming to dinner on September 28th? Will it be you? Call Judi 847-3277 or Karen 827-3226 today to find out more and to sign up either as host or guest. And then, enjoy!
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See you around town!
Candyce Fulford
on behalf of Moving In Step, a community project |
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