Page 18 — THE LACONIA DAILY SUN, Thursday, January 27, 2011
Bonnette, Page, & Stone supports Winni Playhouse with tax credit purchase
LACONIA — Bonnette, Page, and Stone (BPS) has purchased $30,000 of tax credits in support of the Winnipesaukee Playhouse. The construction company, known for its residential, commercial and government buildings, is an integral part of turning the former Annalee Doll Factory site in Meredith into a state-of-the-art professional and com-
munity theatre. The campus they are helping to construct is to be a one of a kind theatre complex. To date, BPS has completed the first phase of reconstruction by laying water and sewer lines, grading and repaving roads and parking areas, installing exterior lighting, converting a building to staff housing, and constructing an outdoor amphithe-
atre. BPS President Randy Remick said, “BPS is excited to be able to assist the Winnipesaukee Playhouse in expanding the cultural arts available to our communities of the Lakes Region. With limited access to the arts locally, the Playhouse offers many children and families opportunities that are often out of reach due to our rural setting.” The Playhouse campus planners are taking advantage of the rural setting by retaining a park-like environment for its theatre and education facilities. The next phase of the Capital Campaign is focused on building the main stage theatre that will accommodate almost three times the number of patrons who can currently see the award-winning professional and the community productions now staged in the Playhouse’s Weirs location. Activities and special programs for local communities, as well as tourists to the Lakes Region are already being offered on a limited scale at the new campus. BPS joins Laconia Savings Bank, The Inns and Spa at Mill Falls, and Boothby Therapy Services in the purchase of State of New Hampshire tax credits. According to Rob Hunt, chair of the board of truestees for the Playhouse, all of these contributions will be matched
MEREDITH — To raise money for their upcoming trip to Denver, CO as volunteers with Habitat for Humanity, seven Inter-Lakes students will present “Dancing with the Lakes Region Stars,” at the high school on Friday, February 4. During school vacation — from February 28 — March 6 — the seven high school students will participate in Habitat’s Collegiate Challenge. The
national alternative break program is one of many the organization offers to engage youth ages 5 — 25 in Habitat’s work. “This is our school’s first time traveling during our spring break to help families obtain affordable housing,” said Laura Brusseau, teacher and advisor of the ILHS Habitat group. “We are delighted to be of service to communities, the students are very
excited for this opportunity.” “We recognize that these students could have done a number of things during their spring break and are grateful for their support to help families obtain affordable housing,” said Cody Logsdon, Habitat’s manager of youth volunteer engagement. “The work these students will do during their spring break will have a lasting impact in communities across the
Attorney Rob Hunt (second from left), chair of the Winnipesaukee Playhouse Board of Trustees, holds a giant check representing $30,000 in tax credits purchased by Bonnette, Page, and Stone construction company as BPS Vice President Keith McBey (left), Winni Playhouse Executive Director Bryan Halperin (second from right), and BPS President Randy Remick (far right) look on. (Courtesy photo)
by a matching challenge of $1million. Members of the community and other businesses, who donate or pledge funds toward the project will also have their contributions matched dollar for dollar, if received by the Playhouse before the end of December 2011. The sale of the tax credits is made possible by the NH Community Development Finance Authority program award of $500,000 in credits to The Winnipesaukee Playhouse. The program provides businesses with a unique opportunity to contribute to the Playhouse capital campaign and receive a 75 percent state tax credit for that contribution. In addition, a business’ contribution is eligible for a federal charitable deduction. The outof-pocket or net cost of a purchase of tax credits is 15 percent or 15 cents on the dollar. A purchase of $10,000 in tax credits costs a business approximately $1,500. The Winnipesaukee Playhouse was one of 12 projects awarded credits to sell by the NHCDFA, which was created by legislation in 1983 as a nonprofit public instrument of the State of New Hampshire. To learn more about the Playhouse’s Capital Campaign or the NH Tax Credit Program, call Bryan Halperin at 366-7377.
country.” Proceeds from the students’ “Dancing with the Lakes Region Stars” event will help pay for their groceries and ground transportation. Anyone who would like to make a donation to this cause should send checks made payable to ILHS class of 2012 with “Habitat” on the memo line to 1 Laker Lane, Meredith, NH 03253 in c/o Laura Brusseau.
Inter-Lakes students to spend spring break with Habitat for Humanity
Great Rotary Fishing Derby tickets Dress donations accepted by Faith, Hope available in Hesky Park during Pond and Love Foundation for prom season Hockey Weekend February 4 — 5
MEREDITH – The Rotary Club will sell tickets to the Great Rotary Fishing Derby at its Derby Headquarters Trailer during Pond Hockey Weekend in Hesky Park February 4 — 5. “With the crowds attending the Pond Hockey events, and ice fishermen setting up bob houses throughout the area, we believe it’s an opportunity for the Meredith Rotary to promote the Derby,” according to Bob Walker, chairman of this year’s Derby. “The online sales of tickets have increased as we get closer to the Derby, and we feel having the Derby trailer open for ticket sales will be helpful to everyone who wants to participate.”
Derby tickets will be available at the trailer from 8 a.m. — 4 p.m. on Saturday, February 5 and 9 a.m. — 3 p.m. on Sunday, February 6. The 32nd Great Rotary Fishing Derby is scheduled for February 12 — 13. Prizes in excess of $62,000 will be available to ticket holders. First prize is an 18-foot Pioneer fishing boat and trailer, second prize is a Polaris ATV with trailer, and third prize is a deluxe ice fishing package including a portable bobhouse and underwater camera. For additional information about the Meredith Rotary Fishing Derby, and to purchase tickets, T-shirts, and hats, visit www.meredithrotary.org.
from preceding page Sweetheart Auction on February 8. The eatery is also a major supporter of the WOW Trail, supporting it with fundraising efforts and sponsorship of two of the Trail’s key fundraising events, the WOW Sweepstakes Ball and WOW Fest.
Patrick’s has been recognized as Restaurant of the Year by the New Hampshire Lodging & Restaurant Association, and received the Good Neighbor Award from the National Restaurant Association and the Corporate Soul Award from the Belknap County Economic Development Council.
LACONIA — The Faith, Hope and Love Foundation is accepting dress donations to give out to girls in need for the upcoming prom season. Dresses must be in good condition, ten years old or less, formal in style and ready to wear with no stains, tears or visible damage. Drop off locations are Mondays — Fridays at the Pemi Youth Center in Plymouth
from 2 — 6 p.m; Sundays Salon and Spa in Laconia from 9 a.m. — 5 p.m.; Franklin Community Center from 2 — 6 p.m.; and the Cascade Spa at Mill Falls in Meredith 8 a.m. — 5 p.m. All donations are tax deductible. Faith, Hope and Love’s annual Gowns for Girls event will be held at the Franklin Community Center from 1 — 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 2.
LACONIA — “Live Studio Audience,” a new acoustic music showcase at The Studio, will present a weekly line-up of artists every Tuesday night at 6 p.m. beginning February 1. All are invited to share the friendly atmosphere in one of Laconia’s historic mill buildings and bring a beverage, food, and friends for an everning of live, local, original acoustic music. Upcoming performers will include Ericka
Cushing on February 1, Jim Tyrrell’s Irish Drinking Song Show on February 8, Chris White Band on February 15, and Audrey Drake on February 22. The Studio is located above “Too Good to be Threw” on Union Avenue. A $10 donation is requested at the door to support the musicians. For “Live Studio Audience” podcasts and video, visit www.lindenmusic.net. For more information, call 455-8008.
‘Live Studio Audience,’ new acoustic music showcase, announces line-up of artists for Tuesday nights in February