Wallet returned

The police spokeswomen could only tell me your name Caleb, not sure of spelling. Thank you so very much. You returned my wallet with $150 and all credit cards and other important cards. You certainly can be very proud of yourself, the police said you were a young man so your parents are certainly pleased with the way you are so honest.

David Dupell

Concord

Fun fair despite forecast

Despite an unfavorable forecast, the Concord Kiwanis 36th Annual Antique & Classic Car Show enjoyed a bright and sunny Saturday morning. The event was held at NHTI.

We wish to thank our primary Gold sponsors: Grappone Automotive Group and Sanel NAPA for their continued support. Silver sponsors were Merrimack County Savings Bank, Eastern Bank, Franklin Savings Bank and Dick Day Motors.

Other contributors were AAA Travel/Insurance, Top Con Solutions, Midas Muffler & Service, Gill’s Point 5 Service, Meineke Service Center,, Wicklund’s Service Center, Accomplished Auto Service, Garry’s Service Center, Berube’s Truck Accessories, Next Level Auto Service, South Main Service Center, Truck Trends Accessories. O’Reilly Auto Parts, Concord Monitor and Irving Oil Co.

Also, Red Blazer Restaurant, TGIFriday’s Restaurant, Olive Garden Restaurant, 99 Restaurant, T-Bones Restaurant, Makris Steak & Seafood Restaurant, Starbucks, Dunkin’s, Dairy Queen, Market Basket, Sam’s Club, Panera’s, Buffalo Wild Wings, Target Department Store, Red River Theater, Capitol Center for the Arts, Altitude Trampoline, Sam’s Club, Crown Trophy, Donnies Tees and The Hotel Concord.

Thank you to the car participants and spectators. Without you, our charity event would not be in its 36th year.

Thanks also to the staff, security and the grounds crew of NHTI for their continued support. This show was our 36th consecutive year on campus. We support the NHTI Paramedic Program and the many Kiwanis charities. Mark your calendar for next year’s show on September 7th, 2024.

Chris Pappas

Kiwanis Club of Concord

Excellent experience 

One day last August, we brought a group of art campers, grades 1-5, to the gallery on the Main Street of Contoocook. A Two Villages Art Society board member warmly welcomed us for a special visit outside of their usual open hours. The 22 campers entered the art gallery and were instantly wowed by the variety: realistic and abstract landscapes, wooden and ceramic vessels, and felted dresses. We spent the afternoon learning about the artists and their works and then creating our own work inspired by our favorite pieces. It was magical to see how looking and learning about art unlocked the children’s imaginations. Two Villages Art Society presents 10 shows a year, plus other events. The best part is, admission is free. The gallery sitters (volunteers) are often artists who are knowledgeable and more than willing to answer questions and chat about the artwork. Two Villages Art Gallery is a valuable asset for our area, for artists and everyone else. Next time you’re in Contoocook, I encourage you to stop in to support the arts — and find some inspiration.

Kim Emerson
and Lucy Mink-Covello

 Hopkinton Rec Dept Art Camp

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