Watch the actual July 1 selectmen’s meeting by going to albanytownmeetings.com or albanynh.org.
The selectmen are asking the public if they have any information regarding an American flag that was given to the town in honor of Paul Douglas Ward with the date of 1927-2000 on its frame. If you have any knowledge about Mr. Ward and his veteran status, please call the office (447-6038). Jack Rose reported that he spoke with someone regarding the road safety audit of the rumble strips recently put down in the Route 16 in the Madison area. They are awaiting the DOT report. Apparently funding for further roadwork has run out. Jack also reported on the excellent work Peter Howland did on the grassy field in the Albany forest. Rob Nadler is to meet with Peter regarding further work.
The Eighth Annual Albany Picnic is scheduled for July 18 from 11am to 3pm in the forest. There has been a steady rise in attendance at these picnics and this is expected to continue. All Albany residents, be they full or part time, are invited. There will be outdoor games, nature walks along the Swift River and swimming there as well. Two “chefs” will be manning the grills cooking up lots of burgers and franks. Water will also be supplied by the town, and the picnic committee asks that salads and desserts be brought by those attending. Families whose last name begins A-M are asked to bring an entree or salad (with dressing) and families with last names beginning N-Z are asked to bring a dessert or fruit.
Tin Mountain: On June 27 the Mountain Laurel at Tin Mountain’s Bald Hill location was the impetus for a walk through the pink and white flowers. Drive up and take a look yourself.
World Fellowship: Saturday, July 11 at 10am, the Reverend Dr. Christoph Schmauch returns to World Fellowship and will speak about living through WWII in Germany, working at the Church Center for the UN during Vietnam War Era and directing WF with his wife Kit Schmauch.
Gibson Center: Crafts & Artisan Festival hours are 10-5pm on Saturday and Sunday. Call 356-3231 to sign up to see the Glenn Miller Big Band on Tuesday, July 7 and July 14 to see Frankie Vallie Tribute Band. On Tuesday, July 7 a representative from the NH State Treasury will speak about Found money and Best Practices to prevent lost money and will take questions. A Matter of Balance-Fall Prevention Programs meets Tuesdays, starting July 14 at 9:30am and another meets Fridays starting July 17 at 9:30am. For more information call Danielle Koffenberger 356-5461 ext 2187.
Library: There’s Tai Chi at 1pm on Monday. On Wednesday at 10:30am it’s Story Time for Babies and Toddlers. At 6pm get help with bike maintenance from Carl Iacozilli of Red Jersey Cyclery. On Thursday at 10:30am it’s Story Time for ages Three and Up and at 4pm there’s Gardening at the Library. The book sale and raffle continues on Friday and Saturday.
UNH Extension: For kids 8 and older who enjoy the outdoors check out the 4H Geocaching Program. Learn how to locate treasures using a handheld GPS unit. Dates are July 14, 21, 28 & August 4. Call 447-3834 for further information. The Veggie Volunteer Program is set to begin on July 6 at Sherman Farm and now also at Spider Web Gardens on Mondays. Call the number above for further information.
The Kennett High School Alumni Summer Outing and Meeting will be held on July 25 at the Fryeburg Fairgrounds. Make your dinner reservation ($18 per person) by emailing KennettAlumni@gmail.com. The Kennett High School Alumni Association is looking for members. Their primary goal is to award scholarships to graduating seniors and post grads from KHS. Reunions are planned for classes 1960, 1965, and 1975. The class of 1960 will hold a reunion on September 12 at Shannon Door Pub. The class of 1975 has scheduled its reunion at the Fryeburg Fair Grounds on July 25.
The Film Festival at the Colonial Theater in Bethlehem opens with Holy Rollers on July 9. Beginning at 6:30pm on the patio there will be free refreshments and the movie’s director Kevin Asch will talk about what it takes to make a career in the film business. Following the movie he will lead a Q and A. Come enjoy!
Albany has been in the news lately, but unfortunately for less than happy reasons. Last week we learned that the homeless man, James Minutoli, found dead under the Rt.16 Saco River bridge, had once been a resident living on Bald Hill Road. Our condolences to his family. Last Saturday it was noted that a young woman, enjoying a hike along Champney Falls, tripped and fell 40 feet and was unconscious but breathing. When Chief Solomon arrived it was determined she needed hospitalization, but fortunately, she was not seriously hurt.
Congratulations to Taylor Mathieu on being granted a $1000 scholarship from the Conway Historical Society. Taylor plans to pursue a study of philosophy and wants to help underprivileged people of different faiths come together peacefully. He will be attending Keene State College in the fall. His sister, Emily is already a student at Keene. She will be entering her sophomore year at Keene and she will be an “RA” (Residency Advisor) there.
Anna Cataldo’s son Master Sergeant James Michael Cataldo is retiring from the Air Force after 23 years of service. Eleven of those years he served aboard Air Force One as a technician. In retirement he will be working on both commercial airlines and military airlines. The whole Cataldo family will be attending his retirement events among which will be a tour of Air Force One. Congratulations Michael!
Condolences to Stephen Howe and his partner, David Morrill on the death of Stephen’s mother Joanne E. Trombly Howe Campbell.
Looking forward to a super July 4 celebration. See you at the parade. Have a great week!