Save the Date!
On
December 31, the 2018 New Year’s Eve, Milk & Cookies New Year’s Eve
Concert will be held at the Barnstead Hall from 7:00-9:00. No
Reservations are necessary, but if you would like to reserve tickets
or have any questions, call and leave a message for Chris at
603-776-3616 and she will get back to you.
Congratulation to Hannah Gagnon of Barnstead as she graduates Summa
Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree, majoring in
Business Administration after two and a half years at Thomas College
in Waterville, ME. She will be continuing her education at
Suffolk University in Boston, MA to earn her MBA in 2019.
Thank You
The
Barnstead Historical Society would like to thank everyone who came
out on a cold Saturday to help make this year’s Christmas Sale a
great success.
To our
vendors and crafters, your participation was greatly appreciated by
the Society and the community. We hope you are willing and able to
participate in future events we hold in town.
To Neva
Dun Farm, Bill Carpenter, Jeannie Terry and Denise Adjutant, the
raffle items were a huge it! Thank you so much for your donation to
our cause.
We
would also like to thank Duane Family Farm for the donation of
mulled cider. It was enjoyed by many and made the Town Hall smell
wonderful!
To our
volunteers, to whom we are indebted, your hard work made this event
go off seamlessly. The continued support of the Board of Selectmen
is also much appreciated. Allowing us the use of the space above the
hall to store and work on our collection is invaluable. Many
positive comments were received on the three display cases that have
been added to the Hall to showcase our items. If you haven’t had the
opportunity, please take a peek the next time you are doing business
with the Town.
Finally, we would also like to extend our gratitude to both The
Suncook Valley Sun and The Baysider for continuing to provide a
media outlet for our events. Merry Christmas to all and we look
forward to seeing you in 2019!
Candlelight Christmas Eve Service in North Barnstead At 7PM
The Congregational Church of North Barnstead, UCC, is not
on the main road, nor in the center of the community, in fact people
might say we are “on the edge” of the community. For those who find
our little church off the beaten path, the welcome is wide and
real.
We are
an “open and affirming” church of the United Church of Christ, which
means, “no matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey; no
matter who you love, you are welcome!” Our message to all who walk
through our doors is one of acceptance and inclusion.
On
Christmas Eve at 7 pm, we will gather together for candlelight
worship. We will hear beautiful music, sing traditional carols, and
hear the Christmas story told in a way that all ages can hear it.
We
understand that for some, attending a worship service may bring on
some anxiety. People wonder if the experience will be a positive
one.
Maybe
you have been away from the church for a long time, or…
…you
have no experience of attending church but are longing more meaning
in your life.
…you
have had a negative experience of Christianity and have felt
excluded.
…you
are more spiritual than religious, yet you are seeking a community
where you can join with others around issues of justice and peace.
Find
your way to the “edge of the community.” You will find people with
similar needs and experiences. Good things are happening at the
Congregational Church of North Barnstead, United Church of Christ,
504 North Barnstead Road, Center Barnstead, NH. We look forward to
greeting you on Christmas Eve or on any Sunday. Worship is always at
10 am with programming for children. We are an Open and Affirming
congregation of the United Church of Christ and we are an A2A,
Accessible to All Congregation.
Drive
north on Rte. 28, beyond the center of Barnstead, turn right on
Peacham Road, then right on North Barnstead Road. The church is ¼
mile on the left. Parking is roadside however there are accessible
spaces. The Church is fully accessible and welcomes squirmy children
and adults!
Website: www.ccnorthbarnstead.com,
Facebook: The Congregational Church of North Barnstead, United
Church of Christ. Reverend Nancy Talbott’s phone: 776-1820. Feel
free to call with questions!
Oscar Foss Memorial Library News
Teen
Newsletter
Library
staff will be assisting teens and tweens with starting a newsletter.
The first meeting will be on Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at 4pm. Please
contact the library with any questions regarding this program.
Read
With Mack!
Need a
little practice reading or just love dogs? Register to read to Mack,
our very special Reading Therapy Dog. Sessions run for 15 minutes
per family. Come in to the library or call 269-3900 to sign up for a
session.
Family
Movie Night!
Join us
at the library on Friday, January 11, 2019 at 6:00pm for a free
family fun night! We will be showing “Incredibles 2” (PG) on our big
screen. Light refreshments will be served and pajamas and cuddling
items are always welcome.
Please
call the library (269-3900) or visit our website (oscarfoss.org) for more information about our
programs or events. There is always something happening at the Oscar
Foss Memorial Library! Library hours are; Tuesday and Wednesday:
10am-6pm, Thursday and Friday: 12pm-8pm, Saturday: 10am-1pm, Sunday
and Monday: closed.
Christmas Eve Service
Christmas already, are you kidding me!?! How come I don’t feel
like Christmas? In the midst of the wonder and expectation of the
Christmas season, many of us might feel out of step with the joy and
excitement of Christmas. With the busyness of the Christmas
season and the pressures of life sometimes the “happy” holidays just
sneak up on us before we know it!
Plan on
coming to the Christmas Eve Service at Center Barnstead Christmas
Church at 6 PM and get yourself ready for the big day!! Bring
your family, bring a friend, every family will go home with a
Christmas Gift. Come and create a lasting memory this
Christmas Eve at the Center Barnstead Christmas Church, located
right next to the town hall. Any questions please visit our
website
Centerbarnsteadcc.org or call the church at 269-8831.
Obituaries
Aaron
David Lank
Aaron
Lank, 48, of Bow passed away on December 7th, 2018 at Concord
Hospital after a brave battle with cancer. Aaron is survived by his
wife of 24 years, Linda (Bettez) Lank, his mother Margie (Morse)
Lank, two brothers Stephen Lank and his wife Kim and Joshua Lank and
his wife Valerie, nephews Aiden and Collin along with many aunts,
uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his father, Stephen. Aaron
was born in Concord, NH on July 4th, 1970.
Aaron
attended Pittsfield High School. He had a love of chemistry which
led him to want to start a business in water treatment. He started
his business, Aaron Water Systems LLC, in 1997. Aaron put forth all
of his knowledge and commitment to excellence in making his business
a great success. Aaron took pride in being able to help all of his
customers and built great relationships with them along the way.
Aaron
was an avid golfer. He played for many years at Beaver Meadow Golf
Course in Concord. In recent years, he was a member at Montcalm Golf
Club in Enfield, NH. Aaron loved the game and everything that went
along with it - the competition, the camaraderie and the challenge.
His quick wit and hearty laugh will be greatly missed among the many
friends he has played with over the years.
Anyone
that knew Aaron would know he was a loving, kind, caring, genuine
and thoughtful man. People took an instant liking to him as he had a
way to engage in conversations with anyone from politics to food. He
enjoyed life to the fullest, looked for the good rather than the bad
and enriched the lives of his family and friends. Aaron will be
forever missed and never forgotten.
Per
Aaron’s wishes there will be no services, but a celebration of
Aaron’s life will be planned at a future date.
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