Events Calendar

• 5/10/08 - Fourth Annual Choose Franklin Community Day
  This year's event will be held 5/10 rain or shine. This year's event will kick off with a parade (with the theme Odell Park - 100 Years Of Fun) and will also offer entertainment, rides, children's games, craft booths, food vendors, raffles, sidewalk sales and flea market tables in the downtown area both along the sidewalks and in our two downtown parks. Call for additional information 934-3108 X420



• 5/10/08 - Garden Series - Attracting Songbirds
  An educational guided tour of Tarbin Gardens with emphasis on providing an environment to attract songbirds. Tours last approx. one hour but you can stay for the rest of the day. Bring a picnic lunch to eat in the Rose Garden Patio. The Gardens are open from 10am to 6pm. Adults $8.50, Seniors, Children and Students $7.50.



• 5/12/08 - Gym & Game Night For Adults With Special Needs
  The environment will encourage socialization as well as physical activity for each participant. Some of the activities will include by not limited to basketball, kickball, bolleyball, pool and ping pong. There is a one-time fee fo $10 for residents and $15 for non-residents.



• 5/13/08 - Give Yourself a SECOND Tax Refund
  Make your economic stimulus payment go further with - Advance Earned Income Payment; Matched Savings Account for First Time Home Ownership,Small Business, College or Vehicle Purchase; Smart CD at FSB that provides up to $200 in Free Money; Help with Rental Housing, Food & Utilities. Make the pledge - Attned our workshop and open a Franklin Savings Bank savings account with as little as $10 and add at least $1.oo per week for the next 8 weeks and you will be eligible for a prize! The first 10 people to sign up and complete the savings challenge receiva a $35 gift card to Hannaford Supermarkets. Dinner will be provided free of charge. Advance registration is required by 5/10



• 5/15/08 - Adult Floor Hockey
  There is a one time fee of $10 for residents and $15 for non-residents. Registrations must be completed and returned to the Franklin Parks & Rec Department. This is open for any adult (18 years or older) interested in participating in adult floor hockey at the Franklin Rec Center



• 5/15/08 - Pre-School Play Days
  This program is for children 3 to 5 years of age. This program will focus on soccer related games. Children must be accompanied by and adult. Program cost is $10 for resident and $15 for non-resident.



• 5/16/08 - The Caucasian Chalk Circle
  A servant girl sacrifices everything to protect a child abandoned in the heat of a civil war. Order restored, she is made to confront the boy's biological mother in a legal contest over who deserves to keep him. The comical judge calls on an ancient tradition - the chalk circle - to resolve the dispute. Who wins? A modern parable from one of the world's most influential playwrights Bertolt Brecht.



• 5/17/08 - 5th Annual W.O.W. Sweepstakes Ball
  Doors to this well attended event will open at 6pm. Support the creation of a recreation trail/bicycle path through Laconia by purchasing a ticket ($100 per ticket) to the W.O.W. Sweepstakes Ball. Playing our sweepstakes entitles you and a guest to attend the ball. Grand Prize $10,000: 2nd prize $1,000; 3rd prize $500; 4th prize $300; 5th thru 10th prizes $200. Only 300 tickets sold. DJ services will be by HOLLYCOW, there will be a 30 minute auction and dinner will be courtesy of Patrick's Pub & Eatery. Tickets available at the Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce, www.meadowbrook.net, Laconia Athletic & Swim Club and Patrick's Pub and Eatery. Join in for what always is a fun and community oriented evening. Casual attire is cool!



• 5/17/08 - Akwaaba ATraditional African Drum & Dance Ensemble
  Families are invited to join in the celebration of African Music. Guests are Ghanaian musicians of the Akwaaba Traditional African Drum and Dance Ensemble who will sing, dance, play, and invite interested audience members to participate. Suggested donation is $5 for adults $2 for children.



• 5/17/08 - Lakes Region Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert
  Final concert of the 2007/2008 season will feature Meredith pianist Chris Mega, who will perform Edvard Grieg's "Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op 16" The concert will also include a performance of Ludwig Van Beethoven's masterwork Symphony #6 also known as the Pastoral, and Berlioz's Rakoczy March.



• 5/17/08 - The Caucasian Chalk Circle
  A servant girl sacrifices everything to protect a child abandoned in the heat of a civil war. Order restored, she is made to confront the boy's biological mother in a legal contest over who deserves to keep him. The comical judge calls on an ancient tradition - the chalk circle - to resolve the dispute. Who wins? A modern parable from one of the world's most influential playwrights Bertolt Brecht.



• 5/18/08 - Great SWtrides Walk-A-Thon
  Please come a join us on Sunday to walk for a cure for Cystic Fibroses. The Walk-A-Thon will start at Opechee Park in Laconia. Registration is at 9am and the walk will begin at 10am.



• 5/18/08 - The Caucasian Chalk Circle
  A servant girl sacrifices everything to protect a child abandoned in the heat of a civil war. Order restored, she is made to confront the boy's biological mother in a legal contest over who deserves to keep him. The comical judge calls on an ancient tradition - the chalk circle - to resolve the dispute. Who wins? A modern parable from one of the world's most influential playwrights Bertolt Brecht.



• 5/19/08 - Gym & Game Night For Adults With Special Needs
  The environment will encourage socialization as well as physical activity for each participant. Some of the activities will include by not limited to basketball, kickball, bolleyball, pool and ping pong. There is a one-time fee fo $10 for residents and $15 for non-residents.



• 5/20/08 - Autism Support Group Meeting
  Come join in for our monthly meeting. This meeting will be a stress reducer workshop - guest speaker is Joyce Kendell from Heart of Yoga in Laconia. Take some time for yourself.



• 5/20/08 - Estate Planning Q & A Workshop
  An informal workshop for you to gain valuable estate planning knowledge. Planning your estate, taxes on Social Security income, legal documents you need. New legislation, assisted living, home health care, and nursing home care will also be addressed. Please RSVP as space is limited.



• 5/20/08 - Family Fun Night
  Help the Belknap County Nursing Home earn important dollars for our cause a new Gazbo for our residents. Help yourself to some great food with Friendly's family fun night - everybody wins! When you visit Friendly's on Union Ave in Laconia, on May 20th from 5pm to 8pm, they will donate 10% of the proceeds to our fundraising efforts. Be sure to tell your server you are there for support of the Belknap County Nursing Home



• 5/20/08 - Garden Series - Spring Flowering Trees
  An educational guided tour with emphasis on spring flowering trees. Tours last approx. one hour but you can stay for the rest of the day. Bring a picnic lunch to eat in the Rose Garden Patio. The gardens are open from 10am to 6pm. Adults $8.50, Seniors, Children and Students $7.50.



• 5/20/08 - Tennis Lessons
  This four week program provides technique-based instruction to participants 7 years and older. Program cost is $25 pre resident $37.50 non-resident.



• 5/21/08 - Lakes Region Chamber Of Commerce Business After Hours
  This month's Business After Hours will be held at the Grand View Motel in Weirs Bean. Affair runs from 5pm to 7pm - Great networking opportunities or just sit there and enjoy the spectacular view. Tom and Lynda will be your



• 5/22/08 - Adult Floor Hockey
  There is a one time fee of $10 for residents and $15 for non-residents. Registrations must be completed and returned to the Franklin Parks & Rec Department. This is open for any adult (18 years or older) interested in participating in adult floor hockey at the Franklin Rec Center



• 5/22/08 - Peter Pan
  J.M. Barrie's classic story is brought to life magically on the Opera House stage by the talented performers from Franklin's Footlight Theatre. Peter Pan is the well-known story of the boy who never grew up. As Peter finds himslf in the nursery of Wendy, Michael and John in search of his shadow, he is able to use his powerful imagination to wisk the children away with him to the fairy tale land of Neverland.



• 5/22/08 - Pre-School Play Days
  This program is for children 3 to 5 years of age. This program will focus on soccer related games. Children must be accompanied by and adult. Program cost is $10 for resident and $15 for non-resident.



• 5/23/08 - Laconia Nationals
  An awesome event that is growing in leaps and bounds. Over 800 cars this year - Rod, Custom, Muscle and more. This event will have cool cars and hot happenings. Events schedule is as follows - 7:00am Vendor set-up begins at Gunstock Resort 9:00am-8:00pm Registration/Check-in for drivers and cars opens at Gunstock Resort, Gilford, NH 10:00am-4:00pm Open House at Jim Lowery’s Hot Rods, Tilton (directions in events bag….worth seeing) 12:00 Noon Gunstock Parking lot. Sign up for “Slow Cruise Poker Run” 1:00pm Poker Run hits the road. Scenic 70 mile cruise around Lake Winnipesaukee with stops in downtown Wolfeboro (oldest vacation community in US), Melvin Village Garage, Castle in the Clouds Estate and Meredith. Poker hands turned-in and registered at Gunstock announcer booth by 6pm. $250.00 cash prize to winner. 1:00pm Half price admission for spectators opens at Gunstock. Limited events and demos 2:00pm-5:00pm Open house to view Dick Metz Private Collection. Countryside Dr., Gilford. Featuring restored cars, toys, advertising and automobilia. (directions in events bag…spectacular collection) 4:00pm to 8:00pm Cruise Night Hangout at Weirs Beach along the boardwalk. 5:00pm Lounge opens at Gunstock with Kick-Off Spaghetti Fest and old hot rod movies on 12’ screen. 6:00pm First Burnout Competition of the weekend at Gunstock. Prizes to participants. 8:00pm-11:00pm Live Rock and Roll Sock Hop in Main Room at Gunstock. 50’s and 60’s costumes win prizes. Call 800-753-3978 or logon to laconianationals.com to register or for additional info. Check out the website for schedule of events.



• 5/23/08 - Peter Pan
  J.M. Barrie's classic story is brought to life magically on the Opera House stage by the talented performers from Franklin's Footlight Theatre. Peter Pan is the well-known story of the boy who never grew up. As Peter finds himslf in the nursery of Wendy, Michael and John in search of his shadow, he is able to use his powerful imagination to wisk the children away with him to the fairy tale land of Neverland.



• 5/23/08 - The Caucasian Chalk Circle
  A servant girl sacrifices everything to protect a child abandoned in the heat of a civil war. Order restored, she is made to confront the boy's biological mother in a legal contest over who deserves to keep him. The comical judge calls on an ancient tradition - the chalk circle - to resolve the dispute. Who wins? A modern parable from one of the world's most influential playwrights Bertolt Brecht.



• 5/24/08 - Chamber Music Concert IV
  You are welcome to enjoy two highly accomplished chamber musicians Katie Lansdale performs actively both in America and Europe. Lauded for Her vast repertoire and wide interest as a violinist, Ms. Lansdale has a particular Passion for solo Bach, for which she was awarded the prestigious Schlosspreisz Award for her performance at the Salzburg Mozartuom. Also joining us will be Irene Gilb, Sant Bani Class of 2004, is a musicstudent of many distinctions. Throughout her four years at Skidmore she was the first to perform a full Length solo freshman recital. She has performed Mussorgsky’s Suite “Pictures At An Exhibition” during her senior Piano Recital on April 5th of this year. Reception will be at 6pm with the concert starting at 7pm. For tickets or further info, call the Sant Bani School at 603-934-4240. Adults $16, Seniors $14 and children free.



• 5/24/08 - Laconia Nationals
  An awesome event that is growing in leaps and bounds. Over 800 cars this year - Rod, Custom, Muscle and more. This event will have cool cars and hot happenings. Events schedule is as follows - 7:00am Vendor set-up begins at Gunstock Resort 9:00am-8:00pm Registration/Check-in for drivers and cars opens at Gunstock Resort, Gilford, NH 10:00am-4:00pm Open House at Jim Lowery’s Hot Rods, Tilton (directions in events bag….worth seeing) 12:00 Noon Gunstock Parking lot. Sign up for “Slow Cruise Poker Run” 1:00pm Poker Run hits the road. Scenic 70 mile cruise around Lake Winnipesaukee with stops in downtown Wolfeboro (oldest vacation community in US), Melvin Village Garage, Castle in the Clouds Estate and Meredith. Poker hands turned-in and registered at Gunstock announcer booth by 6pm. $250.00 cash prize to winner. 1:00pm Half price admission for spectators opens at Gunstock. Limited events and demos 2:00pm-5:00pm Open house to view Dick Metz Private Collection. Countryside Dr., Gilford. Featuring restored cars, toys, advertising and automobilia. (directions in events bag…spectacular collection) 4:00pm to 8:00pm Cruise Night Hangout at Weirs Beach along the boardwalk. 5:00pm Lounge opens at Gunstock with Kick-Off Spaghetti Fest and old hot rod movies on 12’ screen. 6:00pm First Burnout Competition of the weekend at Gunstock. Prizes to participants. 8:00pm-11:00pm Live Rock and Roll Sock Hop in Main Room at Gunstock. 50’s and 60’s costumes win prizes. Call 800-753-3978 or logon to laconianationals.com to register or for additional info. Check out the website for schedule of events.



• 5/24/08 - Peter Pan
  J.M. Barrie's classic story is brought to life magically on the Opera House stage by the talented performers from Franklin's Footlight Theatre. Peter Pan is the well-known story of the boy who never grew up. As Peter finds himslf in the nursery of Wendy, Michael and John in search of his shadow, he is able to use his powerful imagination to wisk the children away with him to the fairy tale land of Neverland.



• 5/24/08 - Spectacular Fireworks Set To Music
  A Memorial Day tradition for over 30 years - Kick off for the summer.



• 5/24/08 - The Caucasian Chalk Circle
  A servant girl sacrifices everything to protect a child abandoned in the heat of a civil war. Order restored, she is made to confront the boy's biological mother in a legal contest over who deserves to keep him. The comical judge calls on an ancient tradition - the chalk circle - to resolve the dispute. Who wins? A modern parable from one of the world's most influential playwrights Bertolt Brecht.



• 5/25/08 - Laconia Nationals
  An awesome event that is growing in leaps and bounds. Over 800 cars this year - Rod, Custom, Muscle and more. This event will have cool cars and hot happenings. Events schedule is as follows - 7:00am Vendor set-up begins at Gunstock Resort 9:00am-8:00pm Registration/Check-in for drivers and cars opens at Gunstock Resort, Gilford, NH 10:00am-4:00pm Open House at Jim Lowery’s Hot Rods, Tilton (directions in events bag….worth seeing) 12:00 Noon Gunstock Parking lot. Sign up for “Slow Cruise Poker Run” 1:00pm Poker Run hits the road. Scenic 70 mile cruise around Lake Winnipesaukee with stops in downtown Wolfeboro (oldest vacation community in US), Melvin Village Garage, Castle in the Clouds Estate and Meredith. Poker hands turned-in and registered at Gunstock announcer booth by 6pm. $250.00 cash prize to winner. 1:00pm Half price admission for spectators opens at Gunstock. Limited events and demos 2:00pm-5:00pm Open house to view Dick Metz Private Collection. Countryside Dr., Gilford. Featuring restored cars, toys, advertising and automobilia. (directions in events bag…spectacular collection) 4:00pm to 8:00pm Cruise Night Hangout at Weirs Beach along the boardwalk. 5:00pm Lounge opens at Gunstock with Kick-Off Spaghetti Fest and old hot rod movies on 12’ screen. 6:00pm First Burnout Competition of the weekend at Gunstock. Prizes to participants. 8:00pm-11:00pm Live Rock and Roll Sock Hop in Main Room at Gunstock. 50’s and 60’s costumes win prizes. Call 800-753-3978 or logon to laconianationals.com to register or for additional info. Check out the website for schedule of events.



• 5/25/08 - Peter Pan
  J.M. Barrie's classic story is brought to life magically on the Opera House stage by the talented performers from Franklin's Footlight Theatre. Peter Pan is the well-known story of the boy who never grew up. As Peter finds himslf in the nursery of Wendy, Michael and John in search of his shadow, he is able to use his powerful imagination to wisk the children away with him to the fairy tale land of Neverland.



• 5/25/08 - The Caucasian Chalk Circle
  A servant girl sacrifices everything to protect a child abandoned in the heat of a civil war. Order restored, she is made to confront the boy's biological mother in a legal contest over who deserves to keep him. The comical judge calls on an ancient tradition - the chalk circle - to resolve the dispute. Who wins? A modern parable from one of the world's most influential playwrights Bertolt Brecht.



• 5/27/08 - Garden Tour - Flowering Shrubs
  An educational guided tour with emphasis on spring flowering trees. Tours last approx. one hour but you can stay for the rest of the day. Bring a picnic lunch to eat in the Rose Garden Patio. The gardens are open from 10am to 6pm. Adults $8.50, Seniors, Children and Students $7.50.



• 5/27/08 - Tennis Lessons
  This four week program provides technique-based instruction to participants 7 years and older. Program cost is $25 pre resident $37.50 non-resident.



• 5/29/08 - 8th Annual NH Conference on Aging
  Seniors are invited to attend this great event. there are information booths with data about available services that are greatly needed. Also there will be speakers and much more. Mode of transportation will be car pools from the TRIP center. A delicious lunch will be provided. Try to attend this educational conference and learn more about what is happening today for serior citizens. Cost is $20



• 5/29/08 - Adult Floor Hockey
  There is a one time fee of $10 for residents and $15 for non-residents. Registrations must be completed and returned to the Franklin Parks & Rec Department. This is open for any adult (18 years or older) interested in participating in adult floor hockey at the Franklin Rec Center



• 5/29/08 - Mix & Mingle
  Come see who's who of the Lakes Region Business Community. Give your business wings and say yes to success. This is one of the Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce's signature events. Awards will be presented for the Hurst and Irwin Awards. Be greeted by valet parking, walk the red carpet but watch out for the papparazzi. A fun night to relax and meet new business acquaitenances and catch up with the old. Tickets can be purchased at www.meadowbrook.net or at the Chamber offices at 383 S Main Street in Laconia.



• 5/29/08 - Peter Pan
  J.M. Barrie's classic story is brought to life magically on the Opera House stage by the talented performers from Franklin's Footlight Theatre. Peter Pan is the well-known story of the boy who never grew up. As Peter finds himslf in the nursery of Wendy, Michael and John in search of his shadow, he is able to use his powerful imagination to wisk the children away with him to the fairy tale land of Neverland.



• 5/29/08 - Pre-School Play Days
  This program is for children 3 to 5 years of age. This program will focus on soccer related games. Children must be accompanied by and adult. Program cost is $10 for resident and $15 for non-resident.



• 5/30/08 - Peter Pan
  J.M. Barrie's classic story is brought to life magically on the Opera House stage by the talented performers from Franklin's Footlight Theatre. Peter Pan is the well-known story of the boy who never grew up. As Peter finds himslf in the nursery of Wendy, Michael and John in search of his shadow, he is able to use his powerful imagination to wisk the children away with him to the fairy tale land of Neverland.



• 5/31/08 - Bowhunter Education Course
  All day course with qualified instructor for Education in Bowhunting. ppropriate for all ages. Pre-registration required.



• 5/31/08 - Peter Pan
  J.M. Barrie's classic story is brought to life magically on the Opera House stage by the talented performers from Franklin's Footlight Theatre. Peter Pan is the well-known story of the boy who never grew up. As Peter finds himslf in the nursery of Wendy, Michael and John in search of his shadow, he is able to use his powerful imagination to wisk the children away with him to the fairy tale land of Neverland.

• 6/01/08 - Peter Pan
  J.M. Barrie's classic story is brought to life magically on the Opera House stage by the talented performers from Franklin's Footlight Theatre. Peter Pan is the well-known story of the boy who never grew up. As Peter finds himslf in the nursery of Wendy, Michael and John in search of his shadow, he is able to use his powerful imagination to wisk the children away with him to the fairy tale land of Neverland.



• 6/04/08 - Ribbon Cutting Boundless Grace LLC
  The business community as well as the community in general are more than welcome to participate in this grand opening event for this new business. The ribbon cutting will take place at 9am.



• 6/05/08 - Adult Floor Hockey
  There is a one time fee of $10 for residents and $15 for non-residents. Registrations must be completed and returned to the Franklin Parks & Rec Department. This is open for any adult (18 years or older) interested in participating in adult floor hockey at the Franklin Rec Center



• 6/10/08 - Ribbon Cutting - Franklin Savings Bank Main Office
  The business community as well as the community in general are more than welcome to participate in this re-grand opening of Franklin Savings Bank main office. They have made extensive renovations and would like to share the improvements with you. The ribbon cutting will take place at 9am.



• 6/12/08 - Adult Floor Hockey
  There is a one time fee of $10 for residents and $15 for non-residents. Registrations must be completed and returned to the Franklin Parks & Rec Department. This is open for any adult (18 years or older) interested in participating in adult floor hockey at the Franklin Rec Center



• 6/13/08 - I PagliaccI - Dinner and an Opera
  Lakes Region Opera presents fully staged with orchestra Puccini’s classic, Leoncavallo Verismo opera at its finest! Pasta dinner served by singing waiters and waitresses Ticket prices $25 adult/students, $20 seniors, $15 children 12 and under, $12 balcony seats. Tickets will not be available on line for this performance. Stop by Mon-Fri at our ticket office from 1pm to 5pm. Franklin Opera House complimentary tickets will not be honored for this event.



• 6/14/08 - Trapper Education Course
  Trapper Education Course. To register please call ahead.



• 6/15/08 - I PagliaccI - Dinner and an Opera
  Lakes Region Opera presents fully staged with orchestra Puccini’s classic, Leoncavallo Verismo opera at its finest! Pasta dinner served by singing waiters and waitresses Ticket prices $25 adult/students, $20 seniors, $15 children 12 and under, $12 balcony seats. Tickets will not be available on line for this performance. Stop by Mon-Fri at our ticket office from 1pm to 5pm. Franklin Opera House complimentary tickets will not be honored for this event.



• 6/15/08 - Suor Angelica & I PagliaccI
  Lakes Region Opera presents fully staged with orchestra Puccini’s classic, Leoncavallo Verismo opera at its finest!



• 6/21/08 - American Cancer Society's Relay For Life
  



• 6/21/08 - Ken Fernald & Friends
  Ken has been given the title of "New England's Own Gospel Singer" by many who have heard him sing. He provides messages of hope and encouragement to the church. His music covers the great hymns of faith and the newer gospel favorites that minister to all age groups.



• 6/22/08 - American Cancer Society's Relay For Life
  A cancer survivor event within an event. At every Relay For Life, cancer Survivors are honored for their courage and strength by beginning the event with an honorary lap. The individuals are celebrated in varous ways from food and t-shirts, to dances and games! A community Fair - Few other events bring together all components of a community from children to older adults like the Relay For Life. Games, food, fun, music and activities fill the air as everyone joins for a common cause and has fun doing it. The Lulminaria Ceremony - Survivors and those who are no longer with us are honored at this one of a kind ceremony. Paper bags bearing the names of loved ones line the track and often the entire stadium. A candle is placed inside and is lit at dusk. Often the names on all of the bags are read to the sound of heart-felt music. This moving, memorable portion of the event is often the most powerful time of the entire day.



• 6/26/08 - The Wizard Of Oz
  Join Dorothy and her friends, the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion on the road to Oz as they keep her ruby slippers away from the evil Wicked Witch Of The West. The production is the RSC version of the musical by John Kane. The Wizard Of Oz will certainly take you over the rainbow to a place far, far away.



• 6/27/08 - The Wizard Of Oz
  Join Dorothy and her friends, the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion on the road to Oz as they keep her ruby slippers away from the evil Wicked Witch Of The West. The production is the RSC version of the musical by John Kane. The Wizard Of Oz will certainly take you over the rainbow to a place far, far away.



• 6/28/08 - The Wizard Of Oz
  Join Dorothy and her friends, the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion on the road to Oz as they keep her ruby slippers away from the evil Wicked Witch Of The West. The production is the RSC version of the musical by John Kane. The Wizard Of Oz will certainly take you over the rainbow to a place far, far away.



• 6/29/08 - The Wizard Of Oz
  Join Dorothy and her friends, the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion on the road to Oz as they keep her ruby slippers away from the evil Wicked Witch Of The West. The production is the RSC version of the musical by John Kane. The Wizard Of Oz will certainly take you over the rainbow to a place far, far away.