Concord Student speech contest

Are you a high school student that can deliver a speech (with notes) lasting 5-7 minutes on a topic of your choice? Do you like to compete for prize money? Then you are invited to participate in the Rotary 4-Way Speech Contest. The Rotary Club of Concord will hold its contest March 8 at The Phenix Auditorium on Main Street at 6 p.m. Prizes have increased in 2023: first place $1,500, second place $1,000, third place $500. For more information or questions, contact Lucy Morris at Lucy@nearchery.com or visit concordnhrotary.org.

Pembroke Falls prevention

Granite VNA is offering “A Matter of Balance,” a falls prevention program that helps adults view falls and the fear of falling as controllable, change the environment to reduce fall risk factors, and exercise to increase strength and balance. The eight-week program is on Fridays beginning March 10 from 10 a.m. to noon. The program is being held at Pembroke Town Library at 313 Pembroke St. Our “A Matter of Balance” classes help participants gain confidence and learn simple fall prevention strategies. This program is offered at no charge. Registration is required and space is limited. To register, call (603) 224-4093, ext. 85815 or visit granitevna.org/calendar. Masks are optional.