Somersworth Pumpkin Festival on October 14th from 10:00AM to 3:00PM at Somersworth Plaza. The Festival celebrates all things Pumpkin. Come and enjoy Pumpkin Decorating, Pumpkin Bowling, Pumpkin Scarecrow Making, a Family Photo Shoot, Cookie Decorating and other pumpkin crafts. There are also Hay Rides, Live Entertainment and a Wonderful Food Court.
Dover Area Woman’s Club Food Drive on Saturday, Sept. 30, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Drop off at two locations the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce and Shaw’s Supermarket. Most needed items include boxed macaroni and cheese, peanut butter, jelly, canned fruits and vegetables, canned beans, boxed pasta, and pasta sauce.
Cornerstone VNA Launches New Website
Rochester, NH: Cornerstone VNA, a nonprofit home health and hospice organization, is proud to announce the launch of its updated website. The updated site features a fresh new look and photos of their staff throughout all five programs including Home Care, Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Life Care-Private Duty, and Community Care. Each program page includes a list of specialized care and support services, program highlights, eligibility guidelines, and answers to frequently asked questions.
Erika Lee, Director of Advancement states, “We are excited to welcome visitors to our updated website and easily explore our programs and services.” Lee adds, “We’ve made several changes to provide improved access to information for our patients, families, caregivers, volunteers, prospective employees, and donors.”
The updated site continues to feature a blog with important news and information, links to helpful community resources, as well as a robust events calendar. The calendar keeps visitors informed of community events, clinics, educational programs, caregiver café groups, bereavement groups, and special events. Visitors to the site can also learn more about the 110-year history of Cornerstone VNA, and the people who have helped enhance home healthcare services in this region.
Visit www.cornerstonevna.org from a desktop computer or mobile device to explore the new website and learn more about the wide range of services provided throughout the Cornerstone VNA service area. While on the site, visitors can also sign up for the Cornerstone VNA e-newsletter, ‘Well-Connected’ which includes inspiring stories, information about important events, and helpful tips from Cornerstone VNA clinical experts.
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 110 years, Cornerstone VNA has been committed to providing 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.
First Parish Church Modern Square Dance Fund Raiser on September 24th from 2-4 p.m. at the First Parish Church. $10 per person with a max $25 per family. Open to entire community (age 12 & up). No partner, special clothing or experience needed. Fund raiser supports the church and the needs of the community. Come for an afternoon of great fun!
The Art Center presents “Seen and Heard” thru October 31st. With an Artists’ Reception on October 7th from 6 pm. to 9 pm. This event celebrates the profound impact of women in the arts. Gallery Hours are Monday – Friday, 10 am-6 pm, and Saturday from 10 am – 2 pm. Art Center at 1 Washington St, Dover. Visit our online gallery, www.theartcenteronlinegallery.com.
Cornerstone VNA Announces 110 Giving Challenge
Rochester, NH: 2023 marks 110 years for Cornerstone VNA, a local nonprofit home health and hospice organization, and to celebrate this important milestone, they are embarking on a special giving challenge. Through their 110 Giving Challenge, their goal is to get 110 donations in the last 110 days of 2023.
All donations received through this challenge will support uninsured patients, as well as programs with the greatest need. This includes critical programs that receive little to no insurance reimbursement, such as Palliative Care, which provides care for patients with chronic illnesses, and remote monitoring and support for high-risk patients through their Telehealth program.
According to Erika Lee, Advancement Director at Cornerstone VNA, “Throughout our milestone anniversary year, we have been recognizing our healthcare heroes through history and celebrating our continued efforts to go above and beyond for those we serve.” Lee adds, “This special Giving Challenge is an exciting way to honor our 110th year and will help keep us moving forward in providing the very best care to our patients of all ages.”
As an added bonus, FedPoint, administrator of large-scale insurance and benefit programs, has partnered with Cornerstone VNA to provide $11,000 in matching funds. This means that all donations will be matched, effectively doubling gifts made through the challenge.
Julie Reynolds, President/CEO of Cornerstone VNA shares, “We have developed a wonderful partnership with FedPoint, and we are thrilled to have their generous matching support to double donations made to Cornerstone VNA.” Reynolds continues, “With the kind support of FedPoint and our donors, I know we can reach our goal of 110 donors in 110 days and raise $22,000 and beyond!”
To participate in Cornerstone VNA’s 110 Giving Challenge visit cornerstonevna.org/110-challenge or send a check to Cornerstone VNA, 178 Farmington Road, Rochester, NH 03867, and include 110 Giving Challenge in the check memo.
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 110 years, Cornerstone VNA has been committed to providing 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.
15th Annual Stiletto Sprint to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of NH (BBBSNH) will be held Saturday, September 23rd in downtown Portsmouth. The 40-yard dash in heels race starts at 2 p.m. on Pleasant Street, with a rain date of Sept. 24.
The 2023 SNHUGFEST is on Saturday, Sept. 16th beginning 11am on the Rotary Arts Pavilion at Henry Law Park in Dover. This free, all-day festival features ukulele performances, food vendors, raffle prizes and more. Bands are coming from near and far and will include Dover’s “Ukes of Hazard,” co-host of this event. This event will be held rain or shine. All of the proceeds from SNHUGFEST support the Ukulele Kids Club. To date, SNHUG has raised over $100K for the UKC.
The Granite State Fair runs two weekends this year from Sept 14-17th and from 21-24th at the Rochester Fairgrounds, Rochester.
The next two Seacoast Women’s Network meetings will be on September 26th and October 24th from 5:30pm to 8pm at the Grill 28 at Pease in Portsmouth. Learn more at https://www.seacoastwomensnetwork.com/.
