There was a huge turnout at Kidz Night.

Look at these happy youngsters!

Here is Miss Londonderry, Cara Silva, with her young admirers.      

On Wednesday afternoon, about 80 seniors enjoyed a wonderful barbecue at the Lions Hall. “The food is fantastic!” said Chet Ham. Many people complimented the Lions, who manned the grill, producing delicious hot dogs and hamburgers.

Lots of smiling faces were seen when the ice cream truck pulled up to serve treats. If you want to have fun, hang out with this crowd!

         

After the meal, many seniors strolled across Mammoth Rd. to a wonderful concert by the Windham Swing Band. Lots of families also attended the concert on a lovely summer evening.

 

  

Jackie Cox, an award-winning country & western singer and songwriter, will perform at two free concerts Aug. 19 and 20.

He will sing Sunday, Aug. 20 at 3 p.m., at a free concert on the Town common.

Cox’s songs include:

• I Love You Son
• Golden Fiddle
• Devil in My Rearview
• Saying Thank You is Not Enough (a tribute to men & women who serve our country)

Jackie Cox will also perform at a concert of Christian and inspirational music Sat. Aug 19 at 7 p.m. at St Jude Parish on Mammoth Rd.

Respectfully Submitted,
Mary Tetreau
Country & Western Fan

All booths are sold out for the 2006 Old Home Day Celebration. This includes nonprofit and for-profit booths.

Sorry if you missed getting a booth! Next year, sign up earlier.

Mary Tetreau
Booth Blogette

Hank Peterson has been chosen as the Grand Marshall for the 2006 Old Home Day celebration!

Hank is well-known for his sugar barn, where he makes maple syrup every March. During the sugaring season, you can see the pails that Hank collects the sap in, attached to maple trees. He is always happy to explain the process, and welcomes visitors.

We all thank Hank for his kindness and his continuing support of agriculture in Londonderry. He will be an outstanding Grand Marshall and will be getting tips from Reed Clark, last year’s Grand Marshall!

Mary Tetreau
Blog Editor

“Home Sweet Home” is the winning theme for the 2006 Old Home Day Celebration. All the fourth-grade classes of North School, working together, came up with this fantastic theme!

These hungry fourth graders will be rewarded by an ice cream or pizza party sponsored by the OHD committee and Principal Rich Zachilli of North School! Yum yum yum.

Many excellent themes, showing ingenuity and creativity, were submitted by the different fourth-grade classes in town. Thanks to all the fourth graders for participating!

Mary Tetreau
Blog Queen

Mary Tetreau, Blog Editor, is roaming around OHD activities taking photos. Smile for the camera and your photo may end up here! And thanks to all the smiling kids at Kidz Night!

Mary Tetreau
OHD Photographer

If you see your picture add a Comment! Just touch comment after the posting and let Mary know who you are!

Here’s your rainy day information for OHD:

Kidz Night — Thursday 8/18 5:30-8:30 p.m. — Matthew Thornton Gym.

Friday Concert 7:00-8:30 p.m. — Matthew Thornton Gym.

Fireworks Friday 8:30 p.m. — If it rains, no fireworks!

Balloon Rides Sat 7:30-9:30 a.m. — If weather is too windy or unsuitable for balloon rides, they will not take place.

Remember these are locations only if it rains!

Mary Tetreau
OHD Sunshine-Hoper

1. See Reed Clark as 2005 OHD Grand Marshall cruising down Mammoth Street in a convertible with his lovely wife Phyllis. You rock, Reed!
2. Run in the road race on Saturday morning or cheer runners on!
3. Swingin’ with the Seniors — Concert Wed. 8/17 night with the 20-piece Windham Swing Band.
4. Kidz Night — Thursday 8/18 5:30-8:30 p.m. @ Londonderry Town Common.
5. Friday Concert and Fireworks — The Souled Out Show Band is a high-energy 10-piece band — Concert 7:00-8:30 p.m. @ front lawn of LHS — Fireworks start at 8:30 pm!
6. Baby contest on Sat. morning.
7. Hot air balloon rides Sat. 7:30-9:30 a.m. (if weather permits).
8. Firefighters vs. Police softball game Friday 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm @ Matthew Thornton Field — rain or shine!
9. Christian Concert on Sunday 3-6 p.m. @ Londonderry Town Common.
10. Best parade in the entire state of New Hampshire starts at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, 8/21. Come early for a good seat – or stand!

For details, go back to the Old Home Day page. Click the Events menu.
Have fun!

Mary Tetreau
Old Home Day Blogette

The Old Home Day Celebration parade brings joy and excitement to many spectators who line Mammoth Road, but I bet you have no idea how many people are involved in the actual parade. With all the bands and groups the parade draws about 1,000 participants. That is a lot of noise, screaming and people in one location.

That is why it is very important that the rules of the parade are followed. The most important tidbit of information is there is never any parking for anyone at the Middle School. The parade is staged and begins at the Middle School. The parade needs every inch of space in the Middle School parking lots for lineup. Anyone parking there will be towed or very harshly asked to leave. When dropping off your child who is participating in the parade, try to car pool, and designate and adult leader to be at the parade by 8:30 a.m. to watch over your child. The volunteers are too busy to keep tabs on your children. They are responsible for the lineup and coordination of over 1,000.

If you should have further questions, go to the website under events, visit the parade link; you will find all of the rules of the parade. We want everyone to have a safe and happy Old Home Day Celebration.

Thanks, and happy marching!

Kathy Wagner – Old Home Day Chair
Mary Tetreau – Old Home Day Grammar Queen