The 1957 film, Twelve Angry Men, will be shown Feb. 29 at 7 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Society of Laconia. The film explores compelling issues of equal treatment by the legal system, the search for truth, consensus building among a range of personalities, the ability of one individual to effect change – all while delivering outstanding entertainment. The film stars Henry Fonda and features a cast including Lee J. Cobb, Ed Begley, Jack Warden, E. G. Marshall, Martin Balsam, Robert Webber, Jack Klugman, John Fielder. It was nominated for the Oscars – Best Picture, Best Director, Best Screenplay Adaptation. The screening, hosted by the Society’s Social Justice Committee, will open with brief introductory remarks. Group discussion will follow, with snacks, beverages and desert. All are welcome and admission is free. The church is located at 172 Pleasant St., in Laconia.
On March 13, CATCH Neighborhood Housing will be celebrating its 30th anniversary at its inaugural Masquerade Gala at the Grappone Conference Center. The theme of the night will be “unmasking” the myths and misconceptions around affordable housing and all are invited to join in the celebration. The night will begin with a cocktail reception, jazz music from State Street Music, and an art gallery walk featuring local artists’ interpretation of the importance of home. Following the reception, guests will be invited to don their masks (some will be provided, or bring your own) and join local DJ Nazzy in the ballroom! In addition to great local entertainment, Cajun-style dining with coffee and beignets for dessert, CATCH will also be premiering its 30th anniversary video, created in partnership with Concord TV. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit catchhousing.org.
The PSU Ice Arena is going to let you try curling for free, so you can find out just how much fun you can have on ice. On March 1 and 8, from 4 to 6 p.m., the ice arena is hosting free Learn to Curl open houses. All of the equipment will be provided and admission is free (donations are graciously accepted.) These Learn to Curl sessions will be focusing on the fundamentals of curling; participants will learn how to deliver a stone and how to sweep. To sign up for an intro session, please register online at plymouth.edu/arena/curling. Space is limited so please don’t hesitate, sign up today. Still looking for more? If you have caught the curling bug and would like to participate in league play, the ice arena will be offering a four-week intro to curling league. This league will be made up of all first-year curlers. Experienced curlers will be available to help with the nuances of the game if needed. This league will take place on Sunday afternoons from 1 to 3 p.m., March 15 through April 5. Contact psu-icearena@plymouth.edu.
NHHEAF Network Organizations’ College Equals Opportunity scholarship program is accepting applications through April 17. This annual program awards $5,000 scholarships to rising college juniors and seniors. To apply and learn more, visit nhceo.biz.