The Goffstown Edge

New Year's Eve at the Village Trestle

Turkey Dinner at Goffstown Congregational Church

The Congregational Church of Goffstown NH.  invites you to join us for Supper on Saturday, January 2nd in Stark Hall located on Church Street  5:00 to 6:30pm.  The meal will be: Turkey, mashed potato, gravy, vegetables, bread, beverage and dessert.  The cost is $8.00 for adults, $4.00 ages 6 to 12 and children 5 years and under are free.  The hall is handicap accessible.  Please join us for our first meal of the New Year.  All proceeds benefit our church wide missions.
All are welcome!

January Goffstown High School GRIZZ

Download your copy of the January edition of the GHS Grizz

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Tornado Lands on Dunbarton Library!

Popcorn and water will be supplied.  Bring a blanket or pillow to sit on and snacks to share.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Wednesday, December 30

Goffstown St. Lawrence Parish 1 East Union Street, Goffstown, NH 03045

12:00 - 5:00 pm

Notice from the Goffstown Public Library

As a result of the 2010 library budget developed by the Board of Library Trustees, our operating hours will change effective January 4, 2010.  The Board wanted to reduce the library budget to be more attuned to the economy and requests by the Budget Committee and a part-time staff position was not funded.  The loss of these 17 hours means we must reduce our operating hours and shuffle remaining staff to cover 53 open hours rather than 57.  Beginning January 4, 2010 we will close at 5:00 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays to ease the burden on our staff.  For now we are maintaining our six-day schedule and will remain open until 8:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.  If you have questions or comments about these changes please call me at 497-2102 or email me at dianneh@goffstown.lib.nh.us.

Warmth From The Millyard Project

The Maple Avenue Elementary School Student Council participated in the Warmth From the Millyard Project, collecting nearly 200 pair of new, winter pajamas.  The PJ's will be distributed to those in need in the Greater Manchester Area.  Thanks to all for making this project a success.

Tori Flegal, Kyle Collins, Nora Pauer, Christopher Romero

Dunbarton Seeks Oldest Resident

The Dunbarton Historical Society seeks the oldest resident in town.  Forms are available at the town office, library and school, and a $50 savings bond and the Boston Post Cane will be presented to the winner.  The recipient must have lived in Dunbarton for 10 years.  The deadline is January 4.

News From GHS Music Program

Goffstown Elementary Music Program tour of Bartlett and Maple Ave schools. Visiting musicians included the MVMS select chorus, string orchestra and the Jazz Band.

The new year is a great time to introduce your elementary school student to the world of music. The GHS Music Program offers affordable lessons on a variety of instruments. 

Goffstown Fire Department Gets Award

The Goffstown Fire Department was selected by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) Volunteer Combination Officer Section (VCOS) and VFIS as a national award winner for the "Emergency Service Recruitment and Retention Initiative."  The award was presented recently at the VCOS Symposium in Florida.  This award is designated to support the United States Fire Administration (USFA) initiatives to increase volunteerism in emergency service organizations that are VCOS members who have experienced an increase in membership based on the implementation of a proactive and comprehensive program during the period of Aug. 1, 2008, to July 31, 2009.  The Goffstown Fire Department was a selected honorable mention award winner for the program.  "We are proud to be recognized nationally for our efforts to enhance the level of services provided to our community," said Fire Chief Richard O'Brien.

High School Students Sought As Pages

The House of Representatives has launched a volunteer page program for high school students at least 15 years old.  a Page serves during a House session and, among other duties, delivers messages to members of the House of Representatives.  The program provides an excellent opportunity for high school students to see the legislative process up close.  Information about the program has been sent to all public high schools in New Hampshire, but it is open to all 15-year-old students.  Sessions begin on Wednesday, Jan. 6.  Those interested in participating may contact the House Sergeant-at-Arms Office Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. at 271-3315.

Goffstown High School Has New Head Coach

Goffstown High School has new head coach; team confident of continued success

BY MATT SCHOOLEY

For Goffstown High School wrestling, faces change, but expectations remain.

The Grizzlies enter the current campaign boasting a lineup rich with veterans taking aim at the Division II crown.

Please visit the Goffstown News web site to read the rest of this informative article by Matt Schooley.

H1N1 Clinic in Manchester

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Christmas Services First Congregational in Dunbarton

The First Congregational Church of Dunbarton has a "Christmas Eve Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols" at 7:00 p.m.
Our regular (winter) worship service is at 10:30 a.m. Church School is provided for children in grades K-6

Christmas Services St. Matthew's Goffstown

Dec. 23                       Live Nativity
      6:30 –7:30 PM      Living Crèche and carols outdoors.
 
Dec. 24                       Christmas Eve Services
               4:00 PM      Christmas Communion For Early Birds and Young Families
               7:00 PM      Christmas Communion with Jr. Choir
              10:30 PM      Musical Prelude
              11:00 PM      Christmas Choral Eucharist with Sr. Choir
 
Dec. 25                       Christmas Day  “On this day a child is born.  He shall be called                                     Wonderful Counselor and Prince of Peace.”
               10:00AM      Simple Spoken Eucharist

Christmas Eve at Goffstown Congregational Church

The Congregational Church of Goffstown NH invites you to join us on Christmas Eve December 24, 2009 at 7:00pm for our Candlelight worship service with Christmas Carols. All are welcome to join us in celebration of our Lord’s birthday.

The Sleeping Bag Project

The Sleeping Bags Project for the homeless is once again underway.  Chairperson Arlene Dodge notes that toiletry bags are included with the sleeping bags.  The committee is in need of hand towels, face cloths, small (hotel size) shampoos and socks for both children and adults.  Anyone who has items to donate should contact Arlene at 487-2484.

New Life Christian Church Christmas Eve Service

There will be a Christmas Eve Candlelight Gathering at 6:30 on December 24th.

SAU #19 Holiday Recess

School Administrative Unit #18 School Vacation will be

December 24 through January 3.

Goffstown Parks & Rec Schedule Updates

GOFFSTOWN PARKS & RECREATION NEWS

For more information please contact Dave French  497-3003

YOUTH BASKETBALL:  Practices continue in preparation for opening games in January.  Game Schedule:

• JANUARY 2:  8 A.M.  BRAVES VS. LAKERS
• 9 A.M. SUNS VS. SPURS
• 10 A.M. PISTONS VS. JAZZ
• 11 A.M. BUCKS VS. CELTICS
• 12 P.M. SONICS VS. PACERS
• 1 P.M. HEAT VS. SIXERS

MENS 30 & OVER BASKETBALL:  Continues on Sundays 6-9 pm for Goffstown Men age 30 and up at MVMS.

ACTIVITY PERIOD:  Continues on Monday and Wednesday after school at Maple Ave and Wednesday and Thursday after school at Bartlett School.

Goffstown Congregational Church

The January newsletter is now on line at www.goffcong.org.

Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year!

Mrs. Beasley's Dog Treats Home Made in Weare

It takes courage and confidence to walk away from a traditional job to follow a dream.  Maydene Koppel has both, plus a terrific product.  Mrs. Beasley’s Dog Treats started in her home kitchen in 2006, as a simple gift idea.  Positive feedback and a “take chances” attitude brought her to the Bedford Farmers Market, where her all natural pet treats were an instant success.  “When I started selling these at the markets, I noticed people’s enthusiasm.  It was right during the pet food scare and my treats were made from food you could serve your family!”  Most of the ingredients are purchased locally, from apples to chicken livers.  Koppel and her mother do all the cooking from the dedicated workshop in her home.  The treats are baked and then dehydrated in a two-step process that assures their nine-month shelf life.  When planning her business, Koppel was careful to spend only what she could afford, choosing to sacrifice some convenience to stay out of debt.  “Start small doing something you are good at.  Spend what you can and don’t over-extend,” is her advice to other hopeful entrepreneurs.  “It was difficult for me to walk in and sell myself,” she explains.
  “You have a product and you know it’s good.  You can’t give up, because out of the blue it all comes together!”  You can purchase Mrs. Beasley’s Dog Treats, and cat treats, online at www.mrsbeasleysdogtreats.com or at Sully’s in Goffstown.