The 2024 Barrington Rec/ HRCU Summer Concert series features Island Mike on Thursday, July 11th from 6 to 8pm at the entrance to the Christmas Dove on Community Way. On July 18th come see North River Music.
“How Sweet the Sound” A free concert on June 30th from 4-5PM at Mary Queen of Peace, 200 Lawrence Rd. Salem, NH. Musicians include Jessica McCormack, soprano, Alix Raspé Gray, harp Christopher Pelonzi, piano & organ Stephen Poirier, violin James Koczat, accordion. Performing beloved hymns, patriotic songs and works from the classical & musical theatre repertoire. Freewill Offering. All are welcome! BBQ following the performance hosted by The Bishop Peterson Council 4442 of The Knights of Columbus.
The next Don’t Trash Barrington 1-hour Litter Collection Walk is July 13th from 9:30 to 10:30 am at Camp Fireside. Bags and litter grabbers are provided. Gloves recommended. Find us on Facebook. A Great opportunity to meet others, get some exercise and clean up our community!
Area Fourth of July Celebrations: Alton Bay on July 3rd, Dover on July 6th, Exeter on July 13th, Hampton Beach on July 4th, Portsmouth on July 3rd, Rochester on July 13th, Rye on June 30th, Wolfeboro on July 4th.
The Annual Strafford Firefighter Association Pancake Breakfast is at the Bow Lake Fire Station on Saturday, June 29th from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. with a cost of $8 per person. For breakfast we will be serving plain and blueberry pancakes, sausage patties, coffee and orange juice. Bring the whole family to see new Engine 25E4 Firetruck.
Ice Cream Social & Pick-a-Prize Raffle Wed., July 10, 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Old Waldron Store, Strafford from 4:00-8:00 PM. Create your own sundae. Only $5 for a sundae; $25 for a family. Add a homemade brownie for fifty cents. Tickets sold at the door for sundaes and Pick-a-Prize Raffle. Strafford Women’s Club fundraisers benefit college scholarships and community projects.
Vouchers for Veterans 5th Annual Ride for the Veterans on Sunday July 7th starting 10am at Iron Tails Saloon, Acton ME. Good Food, raffle prizes, 50/50, auctions Live Music and more. Kickstands up at 11:30 am.
Cornerstone VNA Welcomes New Assistant Hospice Medical Director
Rochester, NH – Cornerstone VNA, a local nonprofit home health provider, welcomes Dr. Peter Saikali, MD, as the new Assistant Hospice Medical Director. Dr. Saikali brings a wealth of experience and expertise, further strengthening Cornerstone VNA’s commitment to providing exceptional Hospice Care and support to patients and their families.
In addition to his part-time Assistant Hospice Medical Director role at Cornerstone VNA, Dr. Saikali serves as the HCA/Envision Regional Medical Director and Hospitalist at Portsmouth Regional Hospital and is a Hospitalist for two other local HCA hospitals including Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NH, and Parkland Medical Center, Derry, NH. He is also a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, MA.
Dr. Saikali’s academic achievements include a Doctor of Medicine degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine and a Master’s of Business Administration from the Isenberg School of Management at the University of Massachusetts. Throughout his career, Dr. Saikali has demonstrated a strong commitment to clinical excellence, research, and patient-centered care, and has received numerous awards and recognitions for his dedication and impact in the field of medicine.
“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Saikali to Cornerstone VNA,” said Julie Reynolds, RN, MS, President/CEO of Cornerstone VNA. “His experience and dedication to patient care align perfectly with our mission to provide compassionate and comprehensive hospice care. We are confident that Dr. Saikali will be an invaluable asset to our team and the community we serve.”
In addition to his achievements, Dr. Saikali is actively involved in various committees, including the Utilization Review Committee and Credentialing Committee at Portsmouth Regional Hospital. He also participated in a 6-week learning and teaching experience at a hospital in Zimbabwe to learn more about global medicine.
According to Dr. Saikali, “I am very excited to join the team at Cornerstone VNA! With my expertise in internal medicine, coupled with my passion for hospice and palliation, I know Cornerstone VNA and I will do amazing things for our patients.” Dr. Saikali continues, “Ensuring that patients have dignity and compassionate care in their most vulnerable times is what drives my interest. I am sure that my appreciation for hospice care will only grow deeper over time with the concepts and tools that I learn from Cornerstone VNA. I’m looking forward to a fruitful future with this amazing team!”
Please join Cornerstone VNA in welcoming Dr. Peter Saikali to their Hospice Care Team.
Cornerstone VNA currently serves Rockingham, Strafford, Belknap and Carroll Counties in New Hampshire and York County in Maine. The team at Cornerstone VNA provides award-winning care and support through five distinct programs: Home Care, Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Life Care-Private Duty, and Community Care. For over 111 years, Cornerstone VNA has been committed to bringing services to people of all ages so that families can stay together at home, even when facing the challenges of aging, surgical recovery, chronic or life-threatening illnesses or end-of-life care. To learn more about Cornerstone VNA, visit www.cornerstonevna.org or call 800-691-1133.
23rd Annual Hampton Beach Master Sand Sculpting Classic June 20-21-22nd. The entire area is illuminated for night viewing through June 27th. Saturday, June 22nd – 1:00 – 3:00 PM Voting for People’s Choice Award. 8:00 PM Awards Ceremony on Sea Shell Stage. Special Fireworks Display at 9:30 PM.
Somersworth Celebrates 42nd International Children’s Festival on June 14th and 15th. Friday night’s Celebration starts at 5:30 p.m. at Somersworth High School, with live entertainment. On Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Main Street in Somersworth will be transformed into a vibrant street filled with lots of fun for the kids, yummy food, craft and retail vendors, educational exhibits, and talented street performers.
