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Join host Judi Taggart as she explores the social world, and the good news within, here in the Lakes Region. LIVING UNITED IN THE LAKES REGION is a Lakes Region United Way show, designed to highlight the residents of the Lakes Region and how we work together to make it a better place for all to live. For more information, contact Host Judi Taggart at 524-6864 ext 104 or email here. Now featured on...
Starting 1/20/10 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & SWEETHEART AUCTION LR United Way welcomed Alan Robichaud, Community Development Director, to its staff in January. Alan discusses his new role to continue his community collaboration work focusing on healthy communities. Host Judi Taggart and Auctioneer P.K. Zyla share information about the 8th Annual Sweetheart Auction on February 9th at Patrick's Pub in Gilford. The show includes a preview of donated items, and recognizes those volunteers who are busy working behind the scenes on this very special event. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program is also highlighted, offering free tax preparation services and e-filing by IRS certified volunteers.
Starting 12/16/09 COMMUNITY COLLABORATION LR United Way depends on volunteers to advance the common good. Join Host Judi Taggart as she talks with 3 key volunteers. Marti Ilg, Executive Director of LR Child Care Services and also a campaign team member, talks about their early learning centers in Laconia and Belmont, and her campaign presentations at LR Coca-Cola, OPA, Laconia Police and local employers. Martha Clement led the employee campaign at Gilmanton School with Chris Gallagher and celebrated a 64% increase in participation and 23% in total dollars raised. MVSB's campaign led by Lori Groleau and a team of volunteers raised $91,669, almost 7% over last year. Lori shared her experiences when she participated in tours of Health First, Laconia Senior Center, the Carey House and Boys & Girls Club of the LR.
Starting 12/2/09  WLNH Children's Auction & Patrick's Pub ManiaWLNH Children's Auction (Dec 8-12) and Patrick's Pub Mania (Dec 10-11) Guests are Molly King, Pat Kelly, Ed Darling and Allan Beetle. Starting 10/20/09 Community Partners Campaign Four community volunteers shared how they help raise awareness of community services and assist with
Starting 9/30/09 Family Resource Center / Day of Caring
Starting 8/26/09 WOW Trail and WOW Fest  Supporting Healthy Communities is a focus at Lakes Region United Way. Host Judi Taggart talked with community leaders involved in planning the WOW Trail, a multi-use recreational pathway that will connect Laconia with Meredith and Belmont, along the Winnipesaukee, Opechee and Winnisquam Lakes. Taped at the Messer Street area, the show features WOW Board President Diane Hanley, Tom Oakley of Laconia Athletic and Swim Club and a WOW Board member, and Jim Piscopo of Piscopo Contracting in Belmont. Learn about the pending construction and plans to improve crossing safety in the area. Tom Oakley discussed efforts to coordinate the first WOW Fest - a full day including two bike routes, a fun walk, BBQ, live music, a dunking booth and family and kid's activities on Saturday, September 19th at Laconia Athletic and Swim Club. To learn more or sign up for the WOW Fest, call 524-5531 or click on www.wowtrail.com.
 Starting 7/22/092-1-1 NH: YEAR ONE 2-1-1 NH has reached the Year One milestone of connecting residents with help for everyday needs and in times of crisis. The show includes footage from the statewide celebration and media event including Governor John Lynch and 2-1-1 partners. Following the media event coverage, Host Judi Taggart talked with Bonnie Champagne, Executive Director of Baby Threads, who shared how they have connected through 2-1-1 NH to provide clothing, furniture and other items to needy families in the Lakes Region. Through the work of volunteers and in cooperation with other agencies, Baby Threads builds social connections at the grass roots level to relieve the effects of poverty for infants, children, and adults in New Hampshire. The Out of the Attic Thrift Store at 653 Main Street in Laconia is totally run by volunteers and the money raised supports Baby Threads. To learn more, call 524-2888 or click on www.babythreadsofnh.com. Tune in and encourage others to watch LIVING UNITED IN THE LAKES REGION. It is broadcast on LRPA-TV Channel 25 on these days and times:
...Host Judi Taggart (right)discussed the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle during a mother's pregnancy, and programs to assist children at birth and during preschool years. Through the use of three infant manikins, Ruth O'Hara, (left) Director of Obstetrics at LRGHealthcare, demonstrated how to help caregivers and parents understand more about the effect of alcohol and drugs on a developing baby and about Shaken Baby Syndrome. Eva Thurston (center), Home Visitor at Laconia's Early Head Start, shared information about services for children and their parents provided at both their child care facility and during home visits.
The new show was taped at our May 6th Annual Celebration and Awards at Church Landing in Meredith. Lakes Region United Way celebrated another year of social investment in the local community with the businesses and individuals who worked so hard to advance the common good. LRUW Community Champion Mike Seymour of Franklin Savings Bank shared how many people Live United and recognized the campaign team members who |
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Volunteer NH Database training offered FREE Co-Parenting Series starts March 25th Sweetheart Auction raises $18,000   
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employee campaigns for Lakes Region United Way. Laconia resident and retired Middle School Principal Caesar Meledandri and Annette Belanger, Guidance Counselor at Belmont Elementary School, discussed their roles to connect with school administrators and staff, and shared some success stories. Belmont Elementary recorded an 18% increase in employee donations, and Wendy Olson at Laconia's Pleasant Street School raised over $2,500, a 21% increase. Cindy Bodah, one of Laconia Savings Bank's team of employee campaign coordinators, shared that employee participation has already exceeded last year and that employees look forward to their jeans "dress down" and Live United tshirt Fridays. Karon Thibault, Laconia Savings Bank, talked about how much more she's learned about United Way after volunteering as a campaign team member and touring some funded programs. Host Judi Taggart and the guests shared that the key is not how much an individual can donate, but how many participate... it all adds up to community social investment. The show ends with a list of organizations that offer a payroll deduction option of giving to their employees.
Join Host Judi Taggart as we visit the Family Resource Center in Laconia. FRC Director Karen Welford and Shannon Robinson-Beland, Community Support, discusses the services available to parents and others through LR Community Services and the Born Learning and UpStream parenting initiatives. We also talked with parents about the Giggles & Grins playgroup opportunities for their children and grandchildren to socialize and learn through play. The program concludes with the Day of Caring breakfast and volunteers assisting at the Boys & Girls Club of the Lakes Region.
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