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A Publication of School Administrative Unit 18 — Franklin
Three Rivers News
December 2018
Volume 12 Issue 5
This newsletter is produced
by SAU 18. Therefore, the
following requirements are
necessary: (1) No political
advertisements; (2) No arti-
cles fostering drug, alcohol or
tobacco usage; (3) No deroga-
tive statements in regard to
culture, gender, age or sexual
orientation. All decisions by
the editor are final. Any
submissions for future issues
must be received by the 20th
of the month preceding publi-
cation. Please e-mail to
jandrus@sau18.org or mail to
Jan Andrus at 119 Central
Street, Franklin, NH 03235.
If you wish to be added to
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email jandrus@sau18.org.
The Franklin School Board is
committed to a policy of non-
discrimination in relation to
race, religion, sex, age, nation-
al origin, sexual orientation
and handicap.
Superintendent’s Corner Daniel LeGallo
I would like to wish you and your families a Happy Thanksgiving and a wonderful holiday season. We continue to be very Inside this issue:
busy with the continuation of our energy project. You may recall that we appropriated about 1.5 million dollars into the
project at all 3 schools. We have seen good improvements in both the lighting and the heating/cooling of our classrooms.
We anticipate that the project will be completed in total by the end of January. School News 1-3
rd
We are also pleased to tell you that we have received a 3 round of grant money from the state’s infrastructure fund in the
amount of $320,000. This money will be used to redesign our entrances at all 3 schools to improve access to the schools. The City of Franklin 4-5
School Board voted on the 19th of November to appropriate the necessary $80,000 for the project which is 20% of the total
cost. With the $400,000 we will hire an architect to develop plans for each of the 3 schools, and then we will select a con-
struction company to complete the work this summer.
Organizations 6-15
As the new year approaches we continue preparing our students for the midyear I-ready assessment. This assessment allows
us to measure each student’s progress and to plan instruction for the second half of the school year. We have seen good Community 6-15
gains and improvement with our student’s performance since we implemented this assessment two years ago.
Sports 16
Last, I wanted to update you on our Strategic Plan. We will be reporting out progress that has been made at our School Board
meeting on December 17th. I will share the progress with you in my Superintendent’s Corner update for December. As al-
ways, thank you for supporting our students.
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What’s Cool in Franklin Middle School!
Ken Darsney (Mr. “D”) FMS Principal
November 9th was the 45th day of the school year meaning we have already completed over 25% of this very busy 2018-2019. We have put
the final touches on our ALMA-generated Progress Reports which were sent home by Friday, November 9, allowing for the required 3 weeks
for students and families to address the completion of current competencies and work habits before grades close on December 6. Allied Arts
classes have completed their first term, and students will also have that period to make up any missing work before competencies are final-
ized for the First Trimester Report Card.
Here are some highlights of activities since my last report.
During the week of October 22-26 we hosted our Fall Scholastic Book Fair with shopping for students all week. The Fair was so popular
we opened early on the 19th and extended until the 29th. The highlight of the week was a Family Night on Tuesday, October 23rd
with a free Harvest BBQ Featuring Pulled Pork, Coleslaw, Baked Beans, and Hot Cider, and shopping at the Book Fair for Parents.
The evening was capped with a screening of “Most Likely to Succeed” (mlts.org) for parents, with invitations to District Staff, School
Board, and Community Members, and a Pajama Night Halloween Movie (“Coraline”) for kids. Weather hampered the night’s attend-
ance but those who came had a great time and did plenty of shopping. The Fair was a financial success exceeding expectations and
proceeds will benefit our Library and classroom book collections. A spring fair is in the works. Thank you Chris Dzujna for your
amazing work on your first Book Fair!!!
On Friday, November 2, the 8th Grade students, their teachers, and I spent an amazing day at Plymouth State University as part of GEAR
UP, which stands for “Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs, a federal program funded by the U.S.
Department of Education whose mission is to significantly increase the number of low-income middle and high school students who
are prepared to enter and succeed in post-secondary education (gearupnh.org). The day began with a tour of the campus and lunch
in the cafeteria giving students a first-hand look at college life. The afternoon was an exciting interactive presentation by Paradigm
Shift to discuss options and goal setting in preparation for High School Higher Education and beyond. FHS 9 th Graders joined us at
the campus and thank you Becky Schrader, shared FHS-FMS school counselor, for joining in and making it happen. We look forward
to follow-up on the day as students look at their High School track and conducting Interest Inventories as they plan for future ca-
reers.
On Tuesday, November 6, we had our third and final full in-service day of the school year. The FMS professional staff gathered together
with 3 important agenda items:
ALMA Grading and Reporting: With the deadline approaching for progress reports we met as a staff to agree on final formats
and what information to include in Progress Reports. There are a few minor issues but, reports will go home with students
on Friday, November 9. The delay was partially caused with our commitment to have reports be accurate rather than
rushed. We are also finalizing inputs so the Parent Portal becomes a more accurate information tool.
Configuration for 2019-2020 and beyond: We continued the discussion of ways to configure grades 4-8 and the different ways
to work in classrooms and as teams with fidelity to our work on “NG2 No Grades, No Grades, Personalized Inclusive Educa-
tional Pathways Through Multiage Competency-based Education.” I plan to have more to report on discussed options
and the process of transformation in person at the December Board Meeting. In following months there are plans for par-
ent presentations and feedback as we develop a final configuration in the spring of 2019 in preparation for the start of the
next school year.
MTSS “Multi-Tiered Systems of Support: The staff launched this month’s theme of Self-Awareness by breaking off into grade-
level teams and recruiting members of Title 1, Allied Arts, and Special Education to join homerooms for the delivery of
targeted lessons to all students. The Teams accessed learning modules to support student behaviors and address social
and emotional needs to prepare students to learn in a respectful, safe, orderly environment. The program has monthly
themes and I will continue to report on the positive impact on culture and climate at FMS as a result of these efforts.
As we look forward to December we will continue to work together to deliver lessons, assessments, and provide feedback to students and
families. Basketball season approaches and we continue our bi-weekly Student of the Week recognition assemblies, and classrooms are in the
final stages of preparing for the end of our first Trimester.
That’s another small sample of all that is happening at our amazing school! As always, please feel free to visit at any time, contact me at
school, or email kdarsney@sau18.org. Thanks so much for your continued support.
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Paul Smith School
Another busy month has come and gone! I would like to begin this newsletter with an expression of
gratitude to the Community of Franklin. During the past month, the students at PSS have benefited
from several fund raising events. Our craft fair was held on Saturday, November 3 rd. We were able to
raise $500 during this event. In addition, our PTA participated in Trunk or Treat. It is during this event
that were collected over 4,000 Boxtops for Education. There was a competition between the houses
regarding which house could collect the most box tops. The Sulloway House collected more than 1800
box tops making that house the winning house. Thank you for your help with the collection of box tops!
Our PTA is also raising money through the sale of Paul Smith School apparel. Please feel free to call the school if you have an inter-
est in purchasing an item.
Our second grade concert was held on Thursday, November 15th at Franklin Middle School. The children started the concert with
their rendition of the Star Spangled Banner which was just amazing. It was a wonderful event, which was well attended.
Our Scholastic Book Fair is this week. On Thursday, November 29th we are hosting our Title One Family Game Night. The event is
designed to share with parents the purpose of our program, and to learn a game or two that provide our parents and students
with a fun and practical way of practicing skills. As part of our Cash for Cans drive, we are asking each family to bring a canned
good. For each can donated the family will receive an additional raffle ticket.
If you are unable to attend our Title One Family Game Night, and you would like to donate to the Cash for Cans drive, you are wel-
come to drop your canned good off at PSS anytime between 8-4PM daily. Our drive will continue through December 4 th.
As we celebrate the joys of the season, Paul Smith School will be hosting its own rendition of the Polar Express on Thursday, De-
cember 20th. It is a time of collaboration and celebration for all!
As the 2018 year comes to a close, the staff at Paul Smith School would like to send warm wishes to the Community of Franklin.
May the New Year be gratifying and fulfilling for you and your family.
Happy Holidays,
Sue Blair
Principal
DATES TO REMEMBER
December 21, 2018—Early Release Day
December 24, 2018-January 1, 2018—No School Christmas Vacation
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December City/ School Meetings—Franklin Franklin Public Library—December 2018
Dec 3 - City Council Meetings—5:00 PM & 6:00 PM For Kids & Families
Dec 5 —Zoning Board Meeting—7:00 PM Family Storytime - Every Thursday at 9:30 AM. Stories and a
Dec 6 —School Board Finance Committee Meeting— fun craft project to follow. All ages welcome with no
5:30 PM SAU signup needed. All craft materials are provided. This
Dec 6 —School Board Policy Committee Meeting month our sessions will include stories and crafts about
winter, snow and Christmas! All ages may attend and
7:00PM SAU
no signup is needed.
Dec 17 —School Board Meeting—6:30 PM FMS Do your kids have a Library Card? If not, please ask for a
Library Library Card form at the Circulation Desk. They are free
Dec 19 —Planning Board Meeting—7:00 PM for Franklin residents and for those who work or own
Dec 20—Designing Franklin’s Education for the 21st property in Franklin. Check out some books, maga-
Century Committee Meeting —6:00 PM zines, DVDs, audiobooks or music on CDs, as well as
Dec 25 —All City Offices Closed museum passes - all can be checked out for free. We
have computers with internet access and word pro-
cessing programs. We also have wi-fi access to use with
For contact info: www.sau18.org your own laptop computer, tablet or smart phone!
Events for Adults
Bone Builders – Every Wednesday and Friday at 9:00 AM.
Bone Builders is a free senior strength training and
balance exercise program. It can prevent and reverse
osteoporosis and improves muscle strength, balance
From the Franklin Office of and bone density, along with helping with energy and
School Wellness: general health. Classes are taught by certified volun-
teer leaders. All are welcome to attend and please
bring a friend!
Choose Franklin – The first Thursday of the month at 8:00
AM this organization meets to discuss City events and
As the holiday season approaches many students are excited for fami-
organizations. All are welcome to attend this group
ly activities, time with friends and most of all no school! There are
students however who do not look forward to this time away. For
dedicated to improving the City of Franklin.
some students and families, the holidays can be a time of bad memo- Library Book Discussion Group - The second Thursday of the
ries, financial pressure, loneliness and unrealistic expectations. The month at 1:30 PM the Library Book Group meets to
holidays can be some of the unhappiest times of the year, a feeling discuss their book of the month. The December
that is worsened by continual pressure to be happy and merry. For the
meeting is a pot luck lunch and holiday party, which
Franklin community, there are intervention counselors in all three
schools who can be helpful for any students and families. For anyone
will not be held here at the Library.
struggling this holiday season, you are not alone. Cookbook Club – The third Tuesday of the month at 6:30
PM the Cookbook Club meets to discuss their theme
for the month. This is a fun group that meets to discuss
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: their favorite recipes and cookbooks. The group also
call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) makes food to have at their meetings, based around a
NH Statewide Addiction Crisis Line theme. The December meeting is Tuesday, December
18 and features cookie recipes.
is toll-free at 1-844-711-HELP (4357)
Open Craft Group for Adults - Saturdays from 1:00 - 4:00
PM. Any adult is welcome to attend and bring their
own craft projects to work on with this friendly group
of crafters.
For info about the
Franklin Mayor’s Drug Task Force Also, all events will be posted on our facebook page,
contact Coalition Coordinator; Kayla Bertolino “Franklin NH Public Library”.
Office: (603)934-7446 Cell: (603)998-5337
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Parks & Recreation Winter 2018 Krystal Alpers, Director — 934-2118
Pre-School & Kindergarten 1st & 2nd Grade Basketball
Basketball When: Saturdays (weeknight practice TBD)
When: Saturdays Jan 5th - Feb 16th December 8th - February 16th COACHES NEEDED!
Time: Pre-School - 8:30am - 9:15am Time: TBD based on number of teams
Kindergarten - 9:30am—10:15am Where: Bessie Rowell Community Center
Where: Bessie Rowell Community Center Fee: $35.00 (Resident) / $40.00 (Non-resident)
Fee: $25.00 (Resident) / $30.00 (Non-resident) Registration Deadline: December 5th
Registration Deadline: January 3rd Includes a t-shirt, mouth guard and team photo (must be present
Includes t-shirt & team photo (must be present at picture day). at picture day).
3rd Grade - High School Basketball Adult Pick Up Basketball
When: December - February
Open basketball night for men and women 18 and
Days & times will be based on number of teams & coach over interested in participating in pick-up basketball
preference games.
Fee: $45.00 (Resident) / $50.00 (Non-resident) When: Sundays - 6:00-8:00pm
Registration Deadline: November 25th November 4th - April 28th
Includes mouth guard, referees and team photo Where: Proulx Center
(must be present at picture day). Fee: $2.00 (Resident)/$3.00 (Non-Resident) per day
We encourage all players trying out for the school teams
to register while space is available. Payment is due prior to
the first practice.
WE NEED COACHES!
FROM ALL OF US AT SAU 18
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Joyous turnout to celebrate Franklin VNA & Hospice’s Executive Director
Franklin – This past week staff, community members, friends and family celebrated Barbara Nor-
mandin as they gathered together to honor her years of service to Franklin VNA & Hospice and wish
her well as she moves into retirement and a new stage of her life. A dedicated advocate for personal
choice in home care, and member of the Rural Home Care Network, Normandin has helped the organization pros-
per in a time of significant health care changes. Her calm leadership and understanding helped foster a strong
sense of being valued in the employees and family-like work atmosphere. We wish her the best as she explores
the many options of retirement!
Pictured, from left to right are
Past Executive Director, Jane
White, Current Executive Direc-
tor Barbara Normandin, and
Incoming Executive Director
Tabitha Dowd.
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Hand hygiene is the most important component of infection control and prevention
Franklin - Every year, an estimated 2 million patients get a hospital-related infection. 90,000 die from their
infection. Many infections are transmitted on the hands of healthcare personnel (CDC, 2013).
Hand hygiene is the simplest implementation of Standard Precautions. It can reduce the transmission of healthcare-associated infec-
tions – to your patients and you.
The increasing severity of illness and complexity of treatment, superimposed by multi-drug resistant (MDR) pathogen infections, are
animating health care practitioners (HCPs) to revisiting time-tested basics of infection prevention measures such as hand hygiene. There is sci-
entific evidence supporting the observation that if correctly implemented, hand hygiene alone can significantly reduce the risk of cross-
transmission of infection in healthcare facilities.
Hand hygiene is an educational priority for team members as well as our patients. Educational interventions directed towards the
compounded risks of contagion transmission address the clear evidence that during care, hands become grossly contaminated with pathogens
upon patient contact. Alcohol hand gel or foams is the simplest and most convenient method of decontaminating hands and thus decreasing
HAIs. When intensifying the emphasis on infection prevention, you have the opportunity to champion the simplicity of infection control to eve-
ry team member. Together you can change the paradigm of surveillance to continuous process improvement. Supporting an environment that
promotes effective data feedback are some of the important measures that lead to a reduction in contagion transmission.
One of the reasons microbes have survived in nature is probably their simplicity: a simple genomic framework with genetic encryption
of elemental survival strategies. To combat these microbes, clinicians will have to follow underlying, straightforward protocols of infection pre-
vention. Clinicians can inculcate the simple, basic and effective practice of hand hygiene in their daily patient care activities.
FRANKLIN JR. YOUTH GROUP
These positive-minded young people, in middle- and high-school, again participated in Franklin's 2nd annual "Trunk or Treat",
part of the Halloween Extravaganza. They and others showed great flexibility, moving their intended design for the bed of a
truck, to a door at the Bessie Rowell Center because of rain There, they enthusiastically interacted with (and scared) hundreds
of children, giving out candy tied to quotes about friendship.
This same group were involved, either as actors on-stage or as ushers for the high school production of "Grease" at the Opera
House. Two members helped present posters they had all made, to inspire others to not litter and appreciate our local natural
beauty, to the City Council at its November meeting.
Next on their list of community service will be decorating an entry (as they have every year!) for the Festival of Trees. Their tree
this year will be "J.Y.M (Junior Youth Mascot), the Hugging Tree". Youthful creativity ensues!
At our regular weekly meetings we considered stories, had activities and discus-
sions on themes such as truthfulness, overcoming sorrow and investigating
facts. This group of 11-15 year olds meets most Friday nights from 7-9pm at the
Bessie Rowell Community Center. New members are always welcome! No fee.
Please see our Facebook page and/or call Karen Darling at 770-1851 for more info.
Five of the members ushering for "Grease"
* An activity
to see if one
could find a
gem, using
only the
sense of
touch
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A huge THANK YOU to all of the volunteers (more than 50 of them!) and
to all who donated food items (hundreds of you!) to provide the makings
for Thanksgiving dinners for many, many families in this service area! This
community is so very caring and generous!
Our “Warming Tree” will be going up soon and will be decorated with your donations of knitted and crocheted hats, scarves,
and mittens for those in need. The items that have been coming in are absolutely beautiful!
We always welcome your donations of non-perishable food items, financial support, and volunteer time! We are currently in
need of baked and other canned beans and canned fruit in 100%
juice. Please continue to keep us in mind for donating your plastic
shopping bags and aluminum beverage cans!
Pantry hours at our location in the lower level of 2 Central Street
(across from Benson Auto) continue to be Tues. and Thurs. mornings,
9-11am, and Wed. evenings, 5-7pm. Please contact us if you need
assistance with food to see if we can help – 934-2662.
All of us at the Pantry wish all of you a very Merry Christmas!!
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SERVICE LINK RESOURCE DECEMBER TRIP Center Events
CENTER COFFEE HOUR
Every Monday from 10:30-11:30 A.M. Starting December 1st
Last Tuesday of each month at
9:30 AM Karen Testerman will Come to the center and enjoy a hot cup of coffee and chat with N.H. State Rep-
help you with your Medicare ques- resentative Dave Testerman. All are welcome. Stay for a delicious lunch.
tions.
Wayne Blanchard will be here on TRIP CENTER’S HOLIDAY DINNER
Friday, Dec 28th to help you with Thursday, December 13th at 10:30A.M.
long-term support counseling. Come and enjoy a delicious luncheon with us! There will raffles, caroling, and
VNA Blood Pressure Clinic Santa will make an appearance for us. Have your picture taken with Santa!
Bring your family and friends. Seats fill up fast so sign up early at the center!
Last Tuesday of each month
10:30 AM YANKEE SWAP
Friday, December 14th at 10:30 A.M.
FREE HEARING EVALS After, enjoying a delicious lunch, gather around the Christmas tree for an old
Thursday, Dec 6th fashioned Yankee Swap. To participate, you will need to bring a gift-wrapped
11 AM—12:45 PM item ($5.00 limit) with you. Enjoy punch, eggnog and dessert as we swap gifts.
————————————————————————————— Please sign up at the TRIP Center.
SHOP AND LUNCH IN CONCORD
Monday, December 10th 9:00 A.M.
NEW YEARS’ DINNER
Take the bus to Concord for shopping
Monday, December 31st at 10:30 A.M.
at area stores then lunch at a local
Enjoy a delicious and festive New Years’ Dinner and celebration with us.
restaurant. Cost of transportation is
$2.00 and must be paid at time of sign Make your New Year’s resolution. Bring your family and friends. Let’s make
up. Lunch is your responsibility. No 2019 our best year !!!
refunds will be given.
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SENIORS EATING WELL
The TRIP Center will be closed Decem- Oct 26th, Nov 30th , Dec 14th , Feb 22nd, March 22nd
ber 25th in observance of Christmas, 10:00-11:00 A.M.
January 1st in observance of The New Alyssa Lemmermann from the UNH Cooperative Extension Nutrition Connec-
Year holiday, and January 21st in ob- tion Program will be here one Friday per month to present a free series of
servance of Martin Luther King Jr. Holi- workshops geared toward nutrition and health. Each session will discuss a
day. different topic including Heart Healthy Meals for 1 or 2 ,Savory Soups, Fitness
fun, Dietary Supplements, and more. For more information or to sign up please
Ongoing Events call the TRIP Center 934-4151.
Chair Exercises: T & Th 10:00AM
Bingo: T & Th 12:15PM FRANKLIN OUTING CLUB NEWS—We will be having our regular scheduled
Keep Movin’: T & Th 8:30 AM monthly meeting on Wed. Dec. 5th at 7:00pm at the ski lodge. On Sat. Dec. 8th we are
Yoga: Wednesday 10AM $7/session having the 4th annual Ring in the Season Fundraiser dinner, dancing and raffle. The
Lakes Region Snowmobile Club and the Franklin Outing Club are pleased to ask you to
Cribbage Group: Tuesday 9AM
come join us for the party of the year! Once again there will be an incredible dinner,
Evonne’s Craft Corner: Thur 10 AM lots of auction items, raffles, and live entertainment! BYOB. Weather permitting, we
Trivia Day: Wednesday 12:00 PM hope to open for the season on Thursday Dec. 27th.
TRIP Ctr Walkers T & Th 8AM BRCCVolume 12 Issue 5 Page 11
Franklin VNA & Hospice wants to help you deal with the stress
that comes with the holiday season
Franklin – Franklin VNA & Hospice realizes that stress, anxiety and depression go
hand in hand with the holidays for some people. The holidays present a dizzying vari-
ety of demands – parties, baking, cleaning and shopping just to name a few!
They would like you to know that you can minimize the stress that come with the
holidays with some practical tips. Putting these simple tips to use could help you
CruCon Cruise Outlet Presenting Sponsor of 2018 enjoy enjoying the season more than you thought you would!
Children’s Auction Acknowledge your feelings. It is ok to feel sad, grief and/or overwhelmed, as well
as any other feeling, especially if you have lost a loved one or you cannot be with
loved ones this year. If you need to cry or express your feelings in a healthy way,
LACONIA – For the fourth year in a row, CruCon Cruise allow yourself to do so.
Outlet in Moultonborough, NH has signed on as the
$25,000 Presenting Sponsor of the 37th Annual Greater Reach out. Seek out community, religious or other social events if you feel lonely.
Volunteering to help others is a great way to lift your spirits as well as build new
Lakes Region Children’s Auction which runs from Dec 4-8.
friendships! These new friends will serve to broaden your universe and diminish your
“We are thrilled to have CruCon Cruise Outlet as our stress.
presenting sponsor again this year,” states Jaimie Sousa,
Be realistic. Life is not a movie! The holidays don’t have to be, and in all honesty
Chair of the Children’s Auction Board. “Their dedication most likely will not be perfect! Families change and grow - in turn changing traditions
to supporting children and families in our communities is and rituals. Choose a few to continue, let go of ones that no longer bring you joy, and
a part of their culture that really shines through.” be open to creating new ones, which requires flexibility on everyone’s part.
CruCon has been involved with the auction for seven Set aside differences. The holidays are a time to try to accept family members and
years and their support does not end with their sponsor- friends as they are! Set aside grievances until a more appropriate time for discussion,
ship. For CruCon, the Auction is a “family” affair where or truly let go of the issues if possible.
the entire company jumps in to help in any way they can.
Stick to a budget. Happiness cannot be bought. Before heading out to shop for food
They do fun things throughout the year in support of the or gifts, decide exactly what you can afford to spend and then stick to that! Creating
Auction and other charities. They also conduct a drive debt will only increase stress.
for items where the employees bring in a large number
of items to be auctioned off. In addition, when the Auc- Plan ahead. Plan specific days for all activities – shopping, baking, visiting friends,
wrapping gifts etc. This will help prevent the last minute dashes to the store for for-
tion goes on air, CruCon welcomes all employees to par-
gotten ingredients or gifts. Plan your meals out & make a list before heading to the
ticipate even while they work.
grocery store. This will also help avoid those impulse buys which can blow your budg-
“We are glad to sponsor this worthy event,” says Royal et.
Ahmadi, President of CruCon Cruise Outlet. “The contri- Learn to say no! Friends and coworkers will understand if you can’t take part in
butions that the Greater Lakes Region Children’s Auction every project or activity! Agreeing to something you cannot afford or have time for,
makes to the young people in our community is remarka- will increase your stress level! It’s ok to say no!
ble. We all benefit when we lift up children and give
Keep your health on track! Holidays do not translate to free-for-all. By maintaining
them the love, support, and opportunities that they need
your healthy eating habits and exercise routines you will keep your stress and guilt
to thrive.”
levels under control. This includes getting the proper amount of sleep each night!
Take a break for yourself. Make time just for you. Even if all you can carve out is 15
minutes a day to be completely alone, take it! This may help to refresh you enough to
deal with everything else. Clear your mind, slow your breathing and restore your
mind by doing something that makes you happy. Try reading a book, take a walk at
night to look at the stars, listen to your favorite type of music – if it makes you happy
then allow yourself that time!
Seek professional help if you need it. Despite your best attempts you may still be
feeling persistently sad, anxious, unable to sleep, over sleeping, feeling irritable and
hopeless and unable to deal with routine chores. If these feelings last for a while, or
interfere with your ability to live your life the way you want, speak to your doctor or
a mental health professional. There is no shame in asking for help!
Franklin VNA & Hospice wants to help everyone have the best holiday season pos-
sible! Please take care of yourself and if you see or know someone that struggles with
the holiday season, reach out to them. You could be the one thing that turns that
person’s day around.Page 12 Three Rivers News
The Roast With the Most (Nutrition)
Contact Information An Easy, Delicious Way to Enjoy Your Favorite Fall Vegetables
State Elected Officials Caitlin Porter, RD UNH Graduate Student
As the weather begins to cool off in New England, the growing season for many local fruits and vegetables is
winding down. However, there is still a variety of local produce available at farmers markets during the fall
Rep. Greg Hill and winter. Most of the local vegetables that reach their peak in New England during the colder months are
root vegetables. These are vegetables that come from the edible roots of plants. Root vegetables include
1 Knowles Farm Road, carrots, potatoes, onions, beets, parsnips, turnips, kohlrabi, rutabaga and sweet potatoes.
Northfield Root vegetables have a variety of nutrients. They are high in antioxidants, fiber, potassium and vitamins A
603.286.7329 and C, and are low in calories. They are available in a rainbow of colors, with each bright color giving our
bodies different nutrients.
greg.hill@leg.state.nh Root vegetables are likely something you grew up eating, and they are commonly served boiled. However,
Rep. Werner D. Horn oven roasting is one of the easiest (and by far most delicious!) ways to enjoy root vegetables. All you will
need is a sheet pan, your favorite root vegetables, canola or olive oil, salt, pepper and any other of your fa-
137 Winnipesaukee St., Franklin vorite herbs (rosemary goes well with root vegetables!).
603.470.9667 Easy and Delicious Roasted Root Vegetables
Ingredients:
werner.horn@leg.state.nh.us
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
Rep. Howard Pearl Line a rimmed sheet pan with tin foil and spray with
409 Loudon Rd., Loudon 03307 non-stick cooking spray.
Howard.pearl@leg.state.nh.us Wash 5-6 root vegetables under cool running water.
Rep. Ryan Smith Peel the skins off with a vegetable peeler (potato skins
can be left on, if desired).
1 Hill Street, Northfield 03276 Chop the vegetables into 1-inch cubes and place in a
Ryan.smith@leg.state.nh.us large mixing bowl.
Rep. Dave Testerman Lightly drizzle the vegetables in oil, such as canola oil or olive oil, season with salt and pep-
per to taste and add your favorite herbs. Toss gently to coat.
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Spread in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet.
603-320-9524 Cook for 30-45 minutes, until easily pierced with a fork. Enjoy!
Dave@sanbornhall.net These can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to three to four days. Try serving as a side
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(Franklin)
232 S. Main Street, Franklin Liberty House & NH Veterans
Home Receive $1,000 Donation
603.848.8588 from Franklin Savings Bank
Harold.french@leg.state.nh.us in Honor of our Veterans
FRANKLIN, NH (NOVEMBER 21, 2018) – Franklin Savings Bank visited the Liberty
House of Manchester and the NH Veterans Home in Tilton to present each with a $500
donation in honor of our Veterans. The donation was given based upon the number of
new checking accounts opened by Veterans.
“We decided to set aside a certain amount for every new account opened, so we could make a meaningful donation to a Veterans organization,” said Joe
Thornton, SVP, Retail Banking Officer. “Liberty House and the NH Veterans Home were chosen as this year’s recipients for their commitment to providing valuable
resources and assistance to our Veterans.”
FSB’s checking account with perks for Veterans offers unlimited transactions with no monthly service charge or fees, Overdraft Forgiveness Protection, Instant
Issue Visa® Debit/ATM Card, access to over 55,000 surcharge-free ATMs nationwide, mobile wallet, 24/7 debit card fraud monitoring, online and mobile banking
with Bill Pay, e-alerts, e-statements, Identity Theft Resolution Services, $200 off closing costs on a new residential mortgage, free Oxford checks, bank checks and
money orders, complimentary financial planning seminars and investment counseling. In addition, interest is earned on all balances and the account is fully pro-
tected by the FDIC up to the insurable limit. Customers also receive a special gift at account opening.
Based in Manchester, Liberty House helps homeless and struggling Veterans by connecting them to valuable resources in addition to providing a safe transitional
home. The organization was founded by Don Duhamel, a retired Air Force sergeant, in partnership with the Manchester VFW.
The New Hampshire Veterans Home is nestled in the heart of the Lakes Region in the Town of Tilton. The Home provides care and comfort for thousands of NH
Veterans who have served our country.Volume 12 Issue 5 Page 13 Historical Society By Leigh Webb, President Another year about to close, and by all accounts, a successful Franklin Savings Bank “canceled check file” (remember when can- one for the Society. Projects were (mostly) completed (the celed checks were actually returned to the account holder, not vinyl siding removal of the west facing wall will be delayed relegated to permanent deletion?) and a “Franklin the Heart of until spring for want of tall enough lift and very questionable NH” mug; from Andy Nadeau, his source material in five three- weather), entertaining programs were offered, the reunion of ring binders for the writing of his “The History of the Franklin Fire the FHS Class of 1958 was hosted with a special slide show, Department” as well as folders of some original (see a sample on new exhibits put on display, the annual talk on Daniel Webster the Society’s FaceBook page) and many paper copies of photos, was presented to all Franklin fourth graders, and the collec- along with a typed manuscript of “Franklin’s Railroads”; from tions were enhanced with an incredible influx of significant Brenda Petelle (via Cameron Temple), a personalized “Food Ser- donations. The Christmas spirit is alive and well, manifesting vice Director of the Franklin School District” Franklin Centennial itself as it does every year, in the form of the annual potluck (1995) license plate; and from Joseph Rondeau of Massachusetts, dinner for members, friends, and family in December. Two a virtual treasure trove of Daniel Webster material, including turkeys will be cooked by volunteers Glenn Morrill (who is also some thirty seven books either by or about Mr. Webster, twenty responsible for reserving Thompson Hall as the venue) and printed pamphlets of Webster’s speeches (with an 1882 printing Elizabeth Jewell, garlic mashed potatoes will be provided by of a oratory delivered in Fryeburg Maine on July 4th, 1802, when the usual suspect, and all the rest of the fixings will be Webster was only twenty years old!), an important and early brought by attendees. Non-perishable foodstuffs again will be 1814 speech, his spoken thoughts on the Compromise of 1850, collected for the local food pantry, and camaraderie will warm and an 1837 speech given at “Niblo’s Saloon” in NY, intoning the the hall better than any space heater. Social hour will begin at words “One country, one constitution, one destiny” while decry- 4 pm on Sunday December 9th, with dinner being served ing a perceived abuse of Executive power, plus eulogies offered buffet-style at 5. This is not a monthly meeting, as no busi- after his death, and a handwritten letter by Webster to William ness will be on the agenda, just a celebratory event to thank Sullivan, a prominent lawyer in Boston. Gifts such as these repre- one and all for their participation in helping to save Franklin’s sent overwhelming generosity, for which a simple “thank you” history for future generations to understand and appreciate. seems woefully inadequate. The Society expresses its deepest Should there still be gaps on your Christmas shopping list, re- and most sincere gratitude to all these donors. member that the Society offers the Alice Shepard “History of May the upcoming holidays bring families together, joy to the Franklin”with an interesting selection of other books, including hearts of all, and peace and brotherhood to all people. the Society’s own cookbook, filled with historic photos, sto- [This month’s image, to be true to the season, is of the First Place ries, factoids, and of course, wonderful recipes. You might trophy incorporating a photo of the Rotary Club’s float entry into even want a collectible Sesquicentennial plate or a gift mem- the 1982 Franklin Santa Claus parade. Donated by Carlton Ham] bership. For pricing information or to purchase any of the aforementioned items, simply contact president Leigh Webb at 934-8222, to arrange pick-up or delivery. Since the final 2018 meeting in November, more incredible gifts have arrived for which the Society wishes to acknowledge and thank the donors: from Carlton Ham, a laminator, early maps of Franklin (to be used as giveaways to encourage new memberships), Steenbecke and Camp & Hill aprons (once used to collect money during the annual Society Faire, when both companies still existed, and now have become collectors’ items), Society newsletters from the 1980’s, a partial box of Clara Clarkson’s notecards with her drawing of the Webster one-room schoolhouse (the Society has the framed original), and a 1968 city directory [of note, Carlton also gave the Socie- ty a Keurig coffee maker with stir sticks, creamer, sugar pack- ets, and K-cups, as well as a water cooler, which the Society deemed would be of greatest value if given to Thompson Hall, as a thank you for allowing our dinner to be held there year after year]; from Ellie and Howard George (via Rita Norander) two small books—a 1928 pocket dictionary with a leather cov- er “Franklin, N.H.” and a snapshot album with a leather cover featuring the Daniel Webster Birthplace; from Annette Cain, a
Page 14 Three Rivers News
Next Meeting is Thursday, December 6, 2018 at the Franklin Public Library at 8:00 AM—Winter Fun Ac-
tivities: Winter brings all kinds of events to Franklin! From First Day to Winter Carnival Events, this com-
munity does not hibernate in the winter! Join us to learn about all the fun you will have this Winter!
LRGHealthcare Announces Grand Opening December 5 of the State’s First Donor Milk Dispensary
LACONIA, NH – LRGHealthcare announces the grand opening of New Hampshire’s first donor milk dispensary, in partnership with Mothers’
Milk Bank Northeast. All are invited to attend the Belmont Medical Center Open House and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony as LRGHealthcare cele-
brates the grand openings of Belmont Medical Center and its new donor milk dispensary.
The grand opening will take place Wednesday, December 5, 4pm – 6pm at Belmont Medical Center (formerly Summit Health), 8 Corporate
Drive in Belmont. The celebration will include a ribbon cutting, refreshments and information on receiving and donating milk as well as other
LRGHealthcare programs. Belmont Medical Center is the home of LRGHealthcare’s Caring for Kids pediatrics practice, Belmont Family Health
and soon, the LRGHealthcare Mothers’ Milk Dispensary.
A donor milk dispensary is a community location where a family whose baby has a prescription for donor milk can fill the prescription and take
home the milk. Currently, babies in 11 New Hampshire hospitals can receive donor milk while hospitalized. However, once a baby leaves the
hospital, if the baby still needs milk, the family must order the milk to be shipped from Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast in Newton, MA.
The milk bank collects milk from mothers who have more milk than their babies need; screens, pasteurizes, and tests the milk; then dispenses
it to babies whose mothers do not have enough milk for them.
Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast has five milk depots (drop-off sites) in New Hampshire, but this is the organization’s first milk dispensary in the
state. “A donor milk dispensary is a forward-thinking and innovative way to foster health and ensure that as many babies as possible have
access to human milk,” commented Ann Marie Lindquist, Director of Community Relations for Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast. “We are thrilled
to partner with LRGHealthcare on this unique community resource.”
Milk donor screening, modeled after blood donor screening, includes health history, physician approval, and a blood test. These are some of
the many measures taken to ensure the safety of milk for the newborn babies served by Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast. Milk from mothers
who pass the screening is also pasteurized and tested by an independent lab to ensure safety before being dispensed to hospitals or families.
Donor milk is rapidly becoming the standard supplement to mothers' milk for preterm infants in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). In addi-
tion, an increasing number of community hospitals with regular and special care nurseries use donor milk when babies need a supplement to
their mothers’ own milk. By opening a donor milk dispensary, LRGHealthcare is on the leading edge of organizations providing access to donor
milk in the community outside of the hospital setting.
“We are proud to partner with Mothers' Milk Bank Northeast to be able to provide this unique service for parents and newborns,” states Su-
san Coulter, MD, Medical Director for Caring for Kids. “Breast milk is the optimal nutrition for infants, and donor milk can provide a bridge to
successful breast feeding when a new mother may be facing challenges in establishing her own milk supply. We are excited to be offering this
valuable service to help support the best nutrition for babies, and peace of mind for parents.”
Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast is a nonprofit community milk bank accredited by the Human Milk Banking Association of North America
(HMBANA). The milk bank has been screening donors, pasteurizing milk, and dispensing to over 85 hospitals and to families throughout the
Northeastern United States since 2011.
Families and healthcare providers seeking more information on receiving or donating milk can check the milk bank’s website at https://
milkbankne.org/. For dispensary hours and procedures, contact Caring for Kids at 603.528.0995.Volume 12 Issue 5 Page 15
FHS-Dec Sports ATHLETIC DIRECTOR’S REPORT Dan Sylvester
12/3—Boys BB—Away Congratulations to the FHS football team on their great season and Division IV Championship
game appearance. The game against Winnisquam held at Laconia’s Bank Of NH Field was as ad-
12/4—Girls BB—Away vertised and even more as both teams fought hard to the end with Winnisquam coming out on
top 19-14. This was FHS’s first Championship game appearance since winning it all in 2012 and
12/7—Girls BB—Away we are so proud of our players and coaches. Franklin placed an amazing 9 players on the All
State list for Division IV; First teamers are Simon Pitman, Nick Franson, Travis Perry, Taryn
12/11—Boys BB—Home Laramie and Ben Lafrance. Second Teamers are Braden Vigue, CJ Gaslin, and Caleb Vigue and
Honorable Mention is Harrison Clark. The Billy Brough Award winners are Ben Lafrance (Defense)
12/11—Girls BB—Away and Emilio Crawford (Offense), Derek Morgan Award winner is CJ Gaslin, Kevin Laughy 12 th Man
12/14—Boys BB—Away Award winner is Nick Franson and Golden Tornado Award winner is Hunter Gloddy.
The FHS field hockey team placed three players on the All State list; First Teamer is Ryley Haskins
12/14—Girls BB—Home and Second Teamers are Emma LaPierre and Jillian Weaver. The FHS volleyball team was well
represented in the Senior All Star volleyball games with Kirsten Smith participating. Garrett Pelle-
12/18—Boys BB—Away tier received Honorable Mention honors in soccer and the FHS Cheer Squad placed fifth of eight
teams in the Division III State Competition held at Pinkerton Academy. Ed Carey was the recipi-
12/18—Girls BB—Home ent of the FHS Boosters sponsored Andy Phelps Award. Special thank you’s go out to the FHS
12/20—Boys BB—Home Boosters Club for their continued support, to Gerry Cushing for all of his hard work and dedica-
tion to the athletic fields, to Eric Franson for his expertise and volunteer help in getting our score-
board working, Mark Williams and his volunteer chain gang crew and to the entire staff and com-
munity of Franklin for supporting our athletes. We are very proud of all of our fall teams, coaches
and athletes and look forward to a great winter season.
Please browse our athletic website for all you want to know about FMS and FHS athletics at
www.sau18.org and hit the athletics tab to the left. All winter schedules are posted along with
information about sports pictures, coaches openings and games and players of the week. There
will be a spaghetti dinner sponsored by the FHS Student Athletic Leadership Team (SALT) on
Thursday, December 6 at the Franklin MIDDLE School cafeteria from 4-7pm. The cost is $5 for
students and Seniors, $7 for adults with a $20 family maximum of 3 or more. The FHS SALT Team
is teaming up with the Winnisquam SALT Team and the Franklin Youth Initiative (FYI) for this
event and all proceeds are going to Mix 94.1 FM’s Cash ‘N’ Cans Program….Freddy Caruso will be
live on site, so come out and have some fun while supporting a great cause at Holiday
time. Please contact Athletic Director Dan Sylvester at dsylvester@sau18.org with any questions
or if you want to make a donation.
Mix 94.1fm's 32nd annual Cash and Cans Money & Food Drive for the holidays i s set for December 7-14. All monies and food raised stays
local, benefiting a number of area organizations, including the Franklin Police Toys for Tots Program; Twin Rivers Interfaith Food Pantry, Bread & Roses Soup
Kitchen, Community Action Program and many more. Last year was another record year for donations, with over $40,000 in cash and over 30,000 non-perishable
food items raised. A BIG THANK YOU to the students and teachers at Paul Smith School and Franklin Middle School for holding canned food drives!! As always,
your help is needed and greatly appreciated. You can make a Mix Cash and Cans donation at any of these broadcast locations:
Friday 12/7:
3:30-6pm at the Santa and His Workshop celebration with the TRIP Center at the Bessie Rowell Community Center;
Monday 12/10:
5:30-9am, George's Diner, Meredith; 9:30-Noon, Vista Foods Laconia; Noon-2, Sal's Pizza Laconia; Health First Franklin, 3-5pm.
Tuesday 12/11:
5:30-8am, Willow Hill Food & Beverage Franklin; 8-10am, Stafford Food & Beverage, Tilton; 10am- Noon; 11am-1pm, HK Powersports Laconia; 1-3pm, The
Wine'ing Butcher, Gilford; 4-6pm, Belknap Subaru, Tilton;
Wednesday, 12/7:
5:30-10am, Dunkin' Donuts, West Main St., Tilton; 11am-1pm, Kramer & Hall Goldsmiths/Prescott's Florist, Downtown Laconia; 1-3pm, Irwin Motors Laconia; 4-
7pm, Cash and Cans Spaghetti Dinner, Tilt'n Diner;
Thursday, 12/8:
5:30-10am, Park-N-Go Market, Northfield; 11am-1pm, T-Bones Laconia; 1-3pm, Amerigas Laconia; 4-7pm, McDonald's Tilton for Community Night;
Friday 12/9:
5:30-10am, McDonald's Franklin; 11am-2pm, Benson Auto, Franklin; 2-5:30pm, Grevior Furniture, Downtown Franklin
Donations may also be made by mail. Please make checks payable to Mix Cash and Cans and mail to Mix 94.1fm, PO Box 941, Franklin, NH 03235. For more infor-
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