Dr. Paul Gustavson, stars for the fourth time as Tevye at Leddy Center, with his amazing performance of this great role. Based on Sholem Aleichem stories, by special permission of Arnold Perl, “Fiddler on the Roof” was written as a stage play by Joseph Stein, with music by Jerry Bock and lyrics by Sheldon Harnick.  Dr. Paul Gustavson, once again, is our magnificent Tevye in this moving story of Tevye, the dairyman, his wife, Golde (Sheila Allen-Harris of Epping), and their five daughters, Tzeitel, (Melissa Ransdell of Newmarket), Hodel, (Hilary Webster of Raymond), Chava (Elaine Weatherby of Hampton), Sphrintze, (Abigail Rogers of Lee), and Bielke, (Lexi Wood of Fremont) in the politically and religiously volatile setting of turn-of-the-century Russia. Tevye’s sense of tradition and family, taught to him from the cradle, is tested again and again as his three eldest daughters choose mates that don’t completely fulfill his ideals, and when his home is ultimately pulled out from under his feet.

“Fiddler on the Roof” features the additional talents of Bonnie Bergeron of Rochester reprising her role as Yente, Greg Dixon of Exeter as Motel, Nick Kalantzakos of Andover, MA, as Perchik, Gregory Johnson of Epping, reprising his role as Fyedka, and Dave MacGregor of Manchester reprising his role as Lazar Wolf.

The FIDDLER is Nick DeFrancesco of Londonderry and Manhattan School of Music.  These wonderful leads are backed up by the very talented cast of singers and dancers; Matt Lundergan, Dan Bush, Bob Collinge, Kevin Keith, Greg deZarn-O’Hare, Joy Wood, Ashley Bush, Christina Vogel, Barbara Gagnon, Gilda Gouin, Emma Kleinman, Setse Bush, Emma LeTourneau, Ashley Ganley, Olivia Wood, Collin George, Ryan Dever, Spencer Gregory, Inle Bush, Cole Hartnett, Ian Dever Noah Dever, Jake Hudgins, Chris Wood, and Mark Deyo, “Fiddler on the Roof” is directed by Elaine Gatchell, musically directed by Bruce Gatchell, and accompanied by Nathan Amsden.

Sponsored by Ben Franklin Store/ACE Hardware in Raymond, NH and Hurlbert Toyota of Epping, tickets for Fiddler on the Roof are $18. and $16. and can be purchased on line at www.leddycenter.org or by visiting or calling the box office, 3pm to 5pm, Monday through Friday, at 603-679-2781.

“Fiddler on the Roof” is underwritten by The SHARK at 102.1 & 105.3fm and by Seacoast Coke. Leddy Center is air-conditioned for your comfort and ADA accessible.

Please join us on May 23rd, 2012 for a family night at the Holy Grail Camelot for a Wine Dinner from 6:30 to 8:30.
For reservations please call the hostess desk at 603.679.9559.

Holy Grail Wine Dinner
May 23, 2012
6:30 to 8:30 pm
“A Family Night At The Grail”
$34 per Person

First Course
Various Irish Cheeses and Meats
Fresh Artisan Bread with Olive Oil
Bolla “Soave Classico” Soave, Italy

Second Course
Wild Mushroom Strudel with a fresh Basil and Tomato Coulis
Valley of the Moon “Pinot Noir” Carneros, California

Third Course
Bed of Baby Romaine with goat cheese, prosciutto and melon in a white wine vinigrette
Banfi “San Angelo Pinot Grigio” Tuscany, Italy

Fourth Course
Grilled Lamb Kabobs served with the Barley Risotto and spring baby vegetable basket
Concha Y Toro “Gran Riserva Carmenere” Peumo, Chile

Fifth Course
Homemade Tiramusu served with creme Anglaise
Movendo “Moscato D’Asti” Piedmont, Italy
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Also join us for fun and shenanigans at Camelot’s Comedy Night!

Friday, May 25, 2012
Doors open at 6:00 with a light dinner menu. Show starts at 8:00pm
Featuring BRAD MASTRANGELO and MIKE PRIOR
Reservations are required – call 679-9559.

With this year’s summer reading theme being “Dream Big, Read!” we are excited to see what kinds of dreams the kids of Epping have for the future. We know the adults in the library community are dreaming about an expanded library! An architect has been selected out of a field of 14 submitted bids, but the trustees are still looking for residents with grant-writing and fund-raising experience to serve on the building committee. This will be a lengthy process that will require some creativity to raise the necessary funds in a tough economy. Anyone with these important skills and a love for the library is invited to contact library director, Bradley Green.

This year’s summer theme will also encourage children to explore the world of dreams and nighttime, from the real critters that come out after dark to the amazing creatures that appear from so many imaginations. We are counting on the imaginations of the SRP Volunteers to help make this summer fun and interesting. The Volunteers will be meeting on May 24^th at 4:30 to brainstorm ideas for game components of the program and welcome additional members to the team. Young people entering middle school this fall are eligible to help and can pretty much design their own schedules as we close in on the end of the school year. Anyone interested in volunteering should contact Miss Tracie in the children’s room.

Also on May 24^th, at 7:00 pm, the library will host a reading and book signing with local author Nancy Frye Bergeron. Ms. Bergeron will read from “Restoring the Postmaster’s Cottage: One Year’s Journey”, her recollections and observations of Epping’s own Hedding Campground. Whether you have a cabin at Hedding, have had the pleasure of visiting a family there or are just curious about this jewel hidden in the woods of our town, you will find this program a fascinating trip into Epping history and culture.

The library’s annual Toy Sale to benefit the Summer Reading Program is scheduled for Saturday, June 23^rd from 9 to noon. Donations of gently used toys, games, outdoor and sports equipment can be dropped off at the library during operating hours. Clothing and stuffed animals will not be accepted. Keep the library in mind during spring cleaning!

The library will be closed for usual activities on Monday, May 28^th but the building will be open from 9 to 12 during Epping’s Memorial Day Parade. We hope to see you there.

Epping’s public library is open Monday – Friday from 10 am to 8 pm and Saturday 10 to 2. For more information call 679-5944, or visit www.eppinglibrary.com.

On Thursday, May 10^th at 7 pm J. Dennis Robinson, author of “Strawbery Banke: A Seaport Museum 400 Years in the Making” delivers an interesting and informative program that will also be witty and entertaining. Hosted by the Friends of the Library, this program is made possible by a grant from the NH Humanities Council.

Mother’s Day is right around the corner and the May Pajama Night will celebrate Moms while giving Dads and kids a chance to make a special something for the deserving lady of the house. On Friday, May 11^th children from 3 to 8 (and their grown-up chauffeurs) are invited to wear their pajamas to the library for crafts, stories and a scavenger hunt devoted to Mom. Pajama Night begins at 6:30. Participants are asked to bring a snack to share.

The annual Spring Tea Party for children will be on Saturday, May 19^th from 11 to 1. Boys and girls ages 3-8 are invited to dress in their finest for ‘tea’, treats and old fashioned crafts. Please contact Miss Tracie in the children’s room to reserve a seat at the table.

The library’s Toy Sale to benefit the Summer Reading Program is scheduled for Saturday, June 23^rd from 9 to noon. Donations of gently used toys, games, outdoor and sports equipment are already being collected. Clothing and stuffed animals will not be accepted. Keep the library in mind during spring cleaning!

Epping’s public library is open Monday – Friday from 10 am to 8 pm and Saturday 10 to 2. For more information call 679-5944, or visit www.eppinglibrary.com.

 “Seacoast United is very excited to partner with Core Physicians’ sports medicine team for our upcoming season,” said Paul Willis, President and CEO of Seacoast United Sports Club. “One of the most important factors to all of the staff and coaches within Seacoast United is that Exeter Health Resources serves the same region we are involved in and everyone we have met shares a collective passion for wanting to make a difference within our communities.”

Seacoast United has year round sports activities taking place in Hampton, Exeter and Kingston including soccer, lacrosse, field hockey and baseball. The concept for the new relationship evolved from a long time advertising sponsorship of Seacoast United by Exeter Health Resources.

“Together with Paul we recognized that the depth of resources within the hospital and its operating affiliates could help to make a real difference to the coaches, players and their families by taking the relationship to another level,” explained Mark Whitney, Vice President of Strategy and Community Relations for Exeter Health Resources. “In addition to orthopaedic and sports medicine professionals we can provide a full spectrum of professionals from pediatricians to neurologists who are available to support our partnership with Seacoast United in a way we hope will positively impact the young athletes in these programs.”

The sports medicine team from Core Orthopaedics will bring their experience with the national STOP Sports Injuries campaign to the coaches and players at Seacoast United. The campaign focuses on educating athletes, parents, trainers, coaches and healthcare providers about the rapid increase in youth sports injuries, the necessary steps to help reverse the trend and the need to keep young athletes healthy. In addition, physical therapists from Exeter Hospital’s Rehabilitation Services will help the players, parents and coaches at Seacoast United learn a series of dynamic warm up exercises that are designed to decrease the risk of injury.

About Exeter Health Resources:

Exeter Health Resources is made up of five operating affiliates including: Exeter Hospital, Core Physicians, Exeter Healthcare, Rockingham Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice and Synergy Health & Fitness Center. Each of the operating affiliates are committed to providing health care services that are innovative, progressive and focused on quality and the well-being of the communities in the greater New Hampshire Seacoast. For more information, visit exeterhospital.com, corephysicians.org,synergyfit.com, rockinghamvna.org or call (603) 580-6668.

About Seacoast United

Seacoast United Sports Club was originally founded in 1992 with the simple mission to advance the physical and social well-being of children and adults through competitive soccer.  Since then, the Club has expanded to field teams in the sports of field hockey, lacrosse, and baseball.  Seacoast United operates indoor facilities located in Hampton and Kingston NH, and York and Topsham, ME, as well as its Outdoor Complex located in Epping, NH.  For more information visit the Club’s website atseacoastunited.com.

Call Leddy Center at 603-679-2781, Monday through Friday, from 3:00pm to 5:00pm, to schedule your audition appointment. Rehearsals begin September 4, and performances are weekends and Wednesdays, October 26- November 14. For more information, go on line at leddycenter.org and click on auditions or call the Leddy office at 603-679-2781.

Leddy Center is a 501C3 non-profit NH Arts and Education Organization.

Spring Vacation Week Movie Series in the children’s room of Epping’s public library runs from April 23^rd through the 27^th. Movies including one about puppets (with an ‘M’), a rabbit with drumsticks, penguins in Antarctica, an adventurous small white dog and that boot-wearing cat will be shown in the afternoons at 1:00. Folks coming to the movie are asked to bring a snack to share and a spill-resistant drink. All children must be accompanied by an adult. The Thursday afternoon session of Preschool Storyhour will be canceled during vacation week. Check the website or stop by the library for the schedule.

On Thursday, May 10^th at 7 pm J. Dennis Robinson, author of “Strawberry Banke: A Seaport Museum 400 Years in the Making” delivers an interesting and informative program that will also be witty and entertaining. Hosted by the Friends of the Library, this program is made possible by a grant from the NH Humanities Council.

Mother’s Day is right around the corner and the May Pajama Night will celebrate Moms while giving Dads and kids a chance to make a special something for the deserving lady of the house. On Friday, May 11^th children from 3 to 8 (and their grown-up chauffeurs) are invited to wear their pajamas to the library for crafts, stories and a scavenger hunt devoted to Mom. Pajama Night begins at 6:30. Participants are asked to bring a snack to share.

Save the dates: The annual Spring Tea Party for children will be on Saturday, May 19^th from 11 to 1. The all-important Toy Sale to benefit the Summer Reading Program is scheduled for Saturday, June 23^rd from 9 to noon. Donations of gently used toys, games, outdoor and sports equipment are already being collected. Clothing and stuffed animals will not be accepted. Keep the library in mind during spring cleaning!

Epping’s public library is open Monday – Friday from 10 am to 8 pm and Saturday 10 to 2. For more information call 679-5944, or visitwww.eppinglibrary.com. ]]> http://eppingnews.com/press-release-for-week-of-april-23-2012/feed/ 0 http://eppingnews.com/summer-camps-at-leddy/ http://eppingnews.com/summer-camps-at-leddy/#comments Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:37:33 +0000 darcy http://eppingnews.com/?p=319 EPPING—Director Elaine Gatchell announces four exciting summer camps at the new beautiful Leddy Center at Verdant Pastures on Ladd’s Lane in Epping, beginning June 25.

Sing Out I with Mary Gatchell, June 25-29, is for ages 6-9. Sing Out II with Mary Gatchell, July 2-6, is for ages 10-14. Mary’s camps are two hours each day with final performances on our Leddy stage featuring each student in various
choral production numbers. Children will learn voice techniques, harmony, choreography, and composition in these fun summer camps!

Musical Theatre Camp with Elaine and Mary Gatchell, July 2-13, is for ages 8-15. At Elaine and Mary’s two week summer musical theater camp, children will learn three major production numbers from Leddy Center’s summer musical, Fiddler on the Roof. Each student will also perform in a dramatic play and a choreographed song of their own composition in their final camp performance on stage at Leddy Center. The student’s tuition includes a ticket to Leddy’s mainstage summer production.

Summer Mini-Musical Camp with Jen Cardin, July 23-2, is for ages 5-7. Jen’s mini-musical summer camp will be fun for the little ones, full of music and make-believe! The children will learn valuable performance techniques through acting games, creating skits, and singing songs.  The children will also be taught a small scene and a choreographed musical number that will be performed at the end of the week for their families and friends on the Leddy stage!

Register online at www.leddycenter.org or visit or call Leddy Center at 603-679-2781, Monday through Friday, from 3:00pm to 5:00pm to register for these exciting summer camps. Leddy Center is a 501c3 non-profit NH Arts and Education Organization.

Internet Safety Seminar

Date: May 23, 2012

Time: 4:30 to 6:00pm

Where: The Holy Grail Restaurant  located at 64 Main St. Epping

Special Guest Speaker: John Grondahl, from the Geek Squad at Best Buy

We will discuss ways to protect your children from online predators, restricting sites, monitoring web accessible devices.

Refreshments and Light Snacks will be served.

Hosted By:

Jason Sullivan, Financial Advisor Edward Jones &  Jim Ignazio, Regional Manager MFS Investment Management.

Contact: Tracy Mrvos BOA Edward Jones, to reserve a seat for yourself and a guest. Tel: 603-679-5491 or email: tracy.mrvos@edwardjones.com

April’s Pajama Night will feature the annual story play by the Story Explorers, a group of kindergarten, first and second graders and their “big kid” helpers. On Friday, April 13^th at 6:30 this group will present their production of Lisa Wheeler’s story “Ugly Pie” on the Explorer Stage and then host crafts and a scavenger hunt based on a bakery theme. Children ages 2-8 and their families are invited to bring a snack to share at this fun evening in the children’s room.

Bats of New Hampshire, Thursday, April 19^th at 7 pm

Come learn about the different bats found in our state, where to look for them and how landowners and homeowners can help conserve these fascinating mammals. A free program brought to the library by Speaking for Wildlife, a volunteer project of the UNH Cooperative Extension, the NH Coverts Project and NH Fish and Game, with fundig provided by the NH Charitable Foundation and the Davis Environmental Foundation.

Coming up April 23^rd through the 27^th will be the Spring Vacation Week Movie Series in the children’s room. Movies including one about puppets (with an ‘M’), a rabbit with drumsticks, penguins, an adventurous small white dog and that boot-wearing cat will be shown in the afternoons at 1:00. The Thursday afternoon session of Preschool Storyhour will be canceled for that week. Check the website or stop by the library for the schedule.

Epping’s public library is open Monday – Friday from 10 am to 8 pm and Saturday 10 to 2. For more information call 679-5944, or visit www.eppinglibrary.com.