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Pittsfield NH News

November 17, 2010

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The Brunt Family Singers will be in concert at the Loudon Center Freewill Baptist Church on Saturday, November 20th at 7 p.m.  A pot-luck supper will be enjoyed at 6 p.m. and everyone is cordially welcome.




Pittsfield Park and Rec. basketball sign-ups for grades k-6th will be at Pittsfield High School, on November 20, 2010, from 9 am -2 pm. 

If you have any questions, contact Darrell Wages  at 603-340-0459.



Another special day of activity at the Pittsfield Area Senior Center is planned.  On Friday, November 19th, beginning at 10 am, a craft exhibit will be on display and there will be a time of “show and tell” as well.  Bring your work to share with others and if there is something you would like to learn, speak to Leslie and future activities can be planned.



Keep the date of December 11th open for a Christmas Concert of special music to be given that evening at the First Congregational Church in Pittsfield.  Watch the local columns for weekly updates.



Celebrating Birthdays  are:  November 17, Stacey Longval; November 18, Irene Gagnon; November 19, Allison Quigley; November 20, Mark Selesnick; November 22, Joan Riel, Paul Richardson, Kim Trudeau, Andrew Ward.

A Very Happy Birthday to One and All!



Celebrating Anniversaries are: November 17, Robert & Stephanie Hetu.

Best Wishes!



James Wesson of Pittsfield, shot a 400+ lb. black bear near his home on 11/6 with a 45 cal. muzzle loader.  Nice shot Jimmy!


 

Pittsfield Girl Scouts

On Sunday, November 7th Pittsfield Girl Scouts held their annual investiture ceremony.  We are very happy to welcome 3 new Daisy scouts, 10 new Brownies, and 7 new Junior scouts!  We are off to a great start this year and are excited to have so many new girls joining us.


The girls did an excellent job running the ceremony and a good time was had by all. We all enjoyed the yummy desserts afterward!


A special thank you to all our families who brought something to share and to all the leaders who make all that we do possible.

 


 

Pittsfield Planning Board Proposes Zoning Changes
Submitted by John W. (Bill) Miskoe, Chairman Planning Board


This article briefly explains the major changes to the Pittsfield Zoning Ordinances to be proposed by the Planning Board.


The areas changed include:
TABLE OF USES:  The “by right” and “exception” have been liberally expanded on in specific zoning districts.  This greatly increases the potential for business opportunities in Pittsfield.


DEFINITIONS OF USES:  They have been simplified and clarified.  Some uses have been combined under other use names that are essentially the same. 


Areas of the Zoning Ordinances that are completely controlled by State and Federal Regulations have been eliminated with only a brief reference to those regulations.


Major areas that have been re-written include:
Article 2 -   Administration and Enforcement:  This spells out everyone’s duties, responsibilities, required permits and consequences if developers or others violate procedures and regulations.


Parking Requirements:  Parking requirements for downtown businesses have been eliminated.  (Requirements for residential rentals remain the same.)  This change increases the potential for businesses to move into downtown.


Home Occupation:  All restrictions have been eliminated except where safety is an issue.  State and Federal regulations must be complied with.


Signage:  This is allowed provided it is not posted on Right-of-Ways and does not interfere with line of sight for road traffic or driveways.


Residents can also display made products under this section provided they do not block driver’s line of sight.


Article 7 – Special Exceptions: Article 7.4 Conditions for Manufactured Home Parks (including mobile homes).


Article 8.2: Requirements for a Variance have been revised.


Article 9:  Base Acreage Table (Cluster Development):  Minimum frontage per lot changed from 150 ft. to 75 ft.  NOTE:  The purpose for allowing cluster development is to have high density housing in some areas while protecting the vast majority of land and preserving the rural esthetics of Pittsfield.  It controls sprawl.


Article 9.5 and 9.6 – Major Subdivision/Development:  This ensures required open areas in developments are established and kept from being built upon.


Article 24 – Senior Housing:  A Senior Housing provision has been added to the Zoning Ordinances.


Finally, the Planning Board unanimously voted to open the Route 28 corridor to RETAIL business.


The Planning Board will hold one joint review with the Board of Selectmen, Zoning Board of Adjustment, Master Plan Committee and Economic Development Committee.  Then there will be at least one Public Meeting for residents to ask questions and officer opinions.


The final stage of this process will be articles (supported by the Planning Board) on the proposed Zoning Ordinances Changes for residents to vote on in March.


Prior to the voting date, the written articles to be voted on will be made public so you can review them in advance.  This will give you time to understand what you will be voting on.

 


 

Holiday Fair This Saturday


We are entering the peak of the Christmas shopping season.  Why not avoid the crowds in the big city stores and make the rounds of the great church fairs instead?


This Saturday, November 20th, put St. Stephens Holiday Fair at the top of your list to visit.  The church is right on Main Street in Pittsfield and will be open from 9 AM to 2 PM.


You will find a wide assortment of gifts to satisfy just about everyone on your list plus ornaments and other things to enhance your holiday entertaining.  Buy a few raffle tickets for a bounteous holiday dinner basket and pick up a pie from the Bakery for your holiday feasts.


St. Stephen’s is well-known for its outstanding Silent Auction, so you might want to stop by a couple of times during the day to be sure you are high bidder on that perfect item.  If you time your last visit to be present at 2 PM, you will be on hand for the announcement of the high bidders as well as for the drawings of the winning tickets for the food basket and the really special “Town Green” quilt that has been on display in several locations for the last few months.


Holiday shopping can indeed be fun and economical when you visit the local fairs.  And you will be helping to support church outreach programs for those many people who need a boost in these tough times.

 


 

In Memory Of Dana A. Pitman Of Loudon
From The Merrills

 

Let me live in a house by the side of the road and be a friend to man…
- Sam Walter Foss

 

There are hermit souls that live withdrawn
In the place of their self-content;
There are souls like stars, that dwell apart,
In a fellowless firmament;
There are pioneer souls that blaze the paths
Where highways never ran-
But let me live by the side of the road
And be a friend to man.

 

Let me live in a house by the side of the road
Where the race of men go by-
The men who are good and the men who are bad,
As good and as bad as I.
I would not sit in the scorner’s seat
Nor hurl the cynic’s ban-
Let me live in a house by the side of the road
And be a friend to man.

 

I see from my house by the side of the road
By the side of the highway of life,
The men who press with the ardor of hope,
The men who are faint with the strife,
But I turn not away from their smiles and tears,
Both parts of an infinite plan-
Let me live in a house by the side of the road
And be a friend to man.

 

I know there are brook-gladdened meadows ahead,
And mountains of wearisome height;
That the road passes on through the long afternoon
And stretches away to the night.
And still I rejoice when the travelers rejoice
And weep with the strangers that moan,
Nor live in my house by the side of the road
Like a man who dwells alone.

 

Let me live in my house by the side of the road,
Where the race of men go by-
They are good, they are bad, they are weak, they are strong,
Wise, foolish - so am I.
Then why should I sit in the scorner’s seat,
Or hurl the cynic’s ban?
Let me live in my house by the side of the road
And be a friend to man.

 


 

Pittsfield Ladies Aid


The Ladies Aid of the First Congregational Church in Pittsfield, held its monthly meeting on November 1st in the church vestry.  Freda Jones, president, opened the meeting and then offered a prayer of blessing in order for all to enjoy the refreshments of ice cream and raspberries furnished by Arlene Martin, as well as crackers and cheese, cider, donuts and coffee.  During this time several cards were circulated for signing to be sent to sick and shut-in members of the church family.


Following the refreshment time of fellowship, the regular meeting began with devotions by Arlene Martin.  She read “Come Ye Thankful People Come” by Henry L Alford and “Autumn Prayer” by Max Ehrmann.  Freda Jones also gave a reading from a well worn “Book of Devotions” on patience.  The book was given to her in 1970 from her mother who had received it years earlier from a friend.  Devotions ended with all joining in the Lord’s Prayer.


During the business meeting, Joan Riel, Secretary, gave her report of the previous meeting and Audrey Moore, Treasurer gave her current financial report.  Twenty-five dollars was voted to be given to the church building fund in loving memory of Elaine Mahanna, recently deceased member.


The remainder of the meeting was spent on the annual Christmas Fair coming up on November 20th.  The only fund raiser the ladies have is the food table at the fair.  A new price list was made up for food items.  The meeting closed with all joining in the Mizpah Benediction.

 


 

School Lunch Menu
November 22-26, 2010

 

PMHS
Monday - Pasta, meat sauce, garden salad, fruit, bread, milk.
Tuesday - Cold sandwich; tuna or egg, vegetable soup, cheese sticks, fruit, milk.
Wednesday - No School
Thursday - No School - Thanksgiving Day
Friday - No School

 

PES
Monday - Hotdog on bun, carrots & celery, banana, milk.
Tuesday - Chicken patty on bun, fries, cranberry sauce, milk.
Wednesday - No School
Thursday - No School - Thanksgiving Day
Friday - No School

 


 

Fantastic Fair

A “Dresden Plate” quilt is just one of the many handmade selections for sale at this year’s fair, Saturday, 9-2.  Also available are knit and baby items as well as gourmet goodies.


Come one, come all to the Christmas Fair at the First Congregational Church, 24 Main Street, Pittsfield, this coming Saturday from 9 to 2.  Sponsored by The Dorcas Guild, this fair is nothing short of fantastic.


There are many handcrafted items, aprons, mittens, hats, artwork, jewelry, toys and special gourmet and baked goods. Don’t forget the “Unique Boutique” for outstanding values and the “Silent Auction” for those special gifts.


Come to shop and stay for a corn chowder lunch. One of New Hampshire’s great fairs, this one is not to be missed.

 


 

Allen Grattage of Pittsfield and Cindy Grattage of Manchester announce the engagement of their daughter Loriann Grattage, to Terrence F. Lambert, son of Paul and Rachel Whiteneck. Terrence graduated from Prospect Mountain. Lori is a senior at Pittsfield Middle High School. Terrence works as a Tire tech at Tire Warehouse in Laconia. A July 2011 wedding is planed.

 


 

PYBA News


The Pittsfield Youth Baseball Association (PYBA) would like to extend its thanks and sincere gratitude to Mr. Larry Berkson for his Herculean efforts related to improving the Tilton Hill ballpark.

 
In 2007, PYBA undertook a project to expand the facility by adding a Babe Ruth size baseball field in addition to the three existing smaller fields.  Mr. Berkson agreed to manage the project on behalf of PYBA.  Mr. Berkson did more than just manage the project, he developed a plan, raised money, secured gifts, coordinated contractors, oversaw work, overcame obstacles, donated money and—on most days—could be found tirelessly working at the park doing anything that needed to be done. 


Through Mr. Berkson’s efforts, the park has been transformed not only by the addition of a new regulation Babe Ruth field but also through a doubling of the size of the clubhouse, the addition of restrooms, an expanded parking lot, lighting, landscaping, and two stately flagpoles welcoming visitors to what is surely now the gem of the Suncook Valley league. 


Quite simply, this would not have been possible absent Mr. Berkson’s efforts and selfless service to our community and the approximately 150 children who participate in baseball and softball activities in any given year.


Please be sure to stop by the ballpark sometime and check it out—it’s truly a landmark that all of Pittsfield can be proud of.  If you would like to get involved in PYBA, stop by one of our monthly meetings (the second Tuesday of each month at the Community Center at 6:30 PM) or call PYBA’s president, Glenn Amnott, at 435-7905 for details on how you can help.

 


 

“What’s Happening At PYW?”
Submitted By: Paula Driscoll, Program Director

Back row to front: Megan Moody, Kyle Hamel,  Nathaniel Jackson, Daniel Colon-Pagan, Amy Swisher, Alex Lamere, Branden Jones, Cody Gauthier, Keaton Heath, Zach Bissonnette, Mike Duquette, Noah Manteau,  Jordon Paggi,  Davis Duquette, Rian Fuller, Mehrin Hueston and Heather Cole. Not in picture: Katie Whitehead, Jarred Philbrick and Julia Cole


October was a busy month for the Pittsfield Youth Workshop (PYW).  PYW participants went to the circus, mountain biked at Franklin Falls, went outdoor rock climbing, carved pumpkins (thanks to a donation from Paul Metcalf ),  worked on some very cool arts and crafts project with Julianne Gadoury (volunteer) and spent many days building a Haunted House.


Our Haunted House Fundraising Event was held on Halloween night. We hope that everyone had a chance to experience the terrors and chills of our haunted house while supporting PYW programs at the same time.


We want to thank Ace Hardware for the donation of plastic, paint and strobe lights, the man who stopped by and dropped off a large bag of candy, Kristie Smith and Jen Cole for helping with crowd control, collecting money, and handing out goodies while Amy Swisher helped scare so many trick-or- treaters inside with the youth. And we can’t forget the many youth that helped build the Haunted House and gave up their night to let others have a good scare. Great Job!


Upcoming Events: November 15th, PYW will be traveling to Durham to tour the University of New Hampshire (UNH);  Wednesday, November 24th we will be providing our Thanksgiving Family Dinner and before we can blink an eye PYW’s youth will be making Gingerbread Houses to be raffled off at the Tree Lighting Ceremony Saturday, December 4th.


Just a reminder: PYW Drop-in hours are Monday through Friday from 3-6 PM.


Please feel free to contact Paula Driscoll or Zach Powers at [email protected] with any questions or to make a donation. Make sure to check out our website at www.pittsfieldyouthworkshop.org for our calendar of events or the latest pictures of what the youth have been doing!

 


 

Dorcas Guild


The Dorcas Guild of the First Congregational Church in Pittsfield, met the evening of November 9th with fifteen members attending.  Peggy Jacobs, President, opened the meeting.  For devotions, Elsie Morse asked each member around the circle, in turn, to state what they were thankful for, which brought many meaningful responses.   All then joined in the Lord’s Prayer.


The Secretary gave her report of the previous meeting, read several notes of thanks, and circulated many cards to be signed and mailed.  The Treasurer gave her financial statement.


The food basket brought in by Mary Jo Powelson, went to Joan Riel; the Traveling Apron brought in by Sue Case was taken by Bev Moore, who passed it on to Arlene Weeks.  The mystery package brought by Audrey Moore was won by Shirley Bleckmann.


Twenty-five dollars was voted to the Building Fund in loving memory of Elaine Mahanna and a substantial amount was voted to the Building Fund toward the Brick Restoration Project.


The November 20th annual Church Fair was finalized and the December 5th Craft Fair, with tables rented to area artisans was also discussed and completed.  The nominating committee reported they had secured the positions of vice president, secretary and treasurer, but the office of president was yet unfilled.


Names were drawn for secret prayer pals for the coming month.  The 2011 year books were discussed and Nella Hobson and Elsie Morse volunteered to come up with monthly activities for the coming year. 


The monthly activity was “Sock Hop” and members brought in many, many packages of socks that were sorted for distribution to the Homeless Kitchen in Concord. 


Delicious refreshments of almond bread pudding, cheese and crackers, and Pepperidge Farm cookies were served by hostesses Nancy Fogg and Elsie Morse.


The next meeting will be held on December 14th with Mary Lawson, hostess. Members are to bring a dish to share and a gift to exchange.

 


 

“Hello Dolly!” Thrills Music Lovers At The Scenic


Want to have a most enjoyable evening of great songs, snappy lyrics, fun choreography, and glamorous costumes?


Then you must head to The Scenic Theatre in Pittsfield to catch “Hello Dolly!” 


Having enjoyed its successful first three performances, “Dolly” is set to “come back again” for a second, final weekend, playing next Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m., and closing with a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m.


The play is a rewarding experience for audiences who are doubly treated to the nostalgia of revisiting one of America’s best-loved musicals and in watching a cast that is remarkably well chosen.


Marie Klinedinst plays Dolly Levi, the quintessential matchmaker of her time.  Marie quickly dispels the ghosts of earlier actresses who have played Dolly with her own fresh, vibrant treatment.  She delivers her songs with vitality and style.  And Marie plays beautifully opposite Horace Vandergelder who is adeptly played by Bill Peterson, the object of Dolly’s quest for marriage.  Their chemistry is a joy to watch.


The “Hello Dolly!” cast is talented and well rounded.  Jon Martin and John Charron (co-producers, co-directors) can be proud of their assembly of such a large, artistic cast.


“Hello Dolly!” is rich with music, and the accompaniment provided by Geraldine Veroneau sets the mood for performances of song and dance that has the audience tapping their toes.  Dee Dee Pitcher adds her expertise to the choreography and keeps the large number of actors on time and on mark. 


Although the plot so well known, and so-often portrayed on stage and screen, it is the music that carries the play to its fun conclusion.  You’ll be treated to those familiar Dolly numbers like “Put on Your Sunday Clothes,” “Dancing,” “It Only Takes A Moment” and, of course, “Hello Dolly!.”  And don’t leave your seats for any reason and miss “The Waiter’s Gallop.”


Any turn of the century story (turning to the 1900s) begs for rich costuming, and that is amply supplied by the glamorous handicraft of Kate Mara who enlisted a talented group of seamstresses to supply the many eye-catching costumes used in Dolly.


All in all, “Hello Dolly!” delivers a fun evening of theatre that simply should not be missed by anyone who wants to be well entertained.

 


 


 

 











 

 

 

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