No Strings Attached

As one of the Norris Cotton Cancer Center committee members it was a privilege to be apart of the first collaboration between the Nashua Symphony Orchestra and the Norris Cotton Cancer Center Friends.  The fundraiser was titled, "No Strings Attached".  Only the wind instruments were conducted on stage in the benefit for the Cancer Center.  The evening consisted of a pre-performance cocktail hour at the Adult Learning Center in Nashua, and of course an exquisite evening conducted by Jonathan McPhee, Music Director and Principal Conductor for the NSO.  Here with Eric Valliere, Nashua Symphony Orchestra executive director, Brian Lavoie, the esteemed NSO trustee who headed up the collaborative evening, and proud supporters of the 'Friends'.  Looking forward to next year. 

National Pancake Day

March 1st was the annual National Pancake Day for the Children's Miracle Network.  IHOP set a goal for 2011 to raise more than $2.3 Million dollars for the cause.  I was up early before classes at the University of New Hampshire at the IHOP in Newington, NH.  I spent my hours greeting customers and informing them of the excitement of the National Pancake Day benefit for CMN, and handing out and helping people sign or hang their balloon donations up on the wall.  Thank you to the owner, Bob, and one of the managers, Alice, for participating once again in National Pancake Day.

Zumbathon for Children's Miracle Network

 February 26th I was invited to join and teach at M.C. Archer's, Miss Greater Derry 2010-11, Zumbathon for the Children's Miracle Network.  The two hour cardio-dance party was held at Best Fitness in Nashua, NH.  More than sixty attendees and volunteers raised more than $700.00 for the Children's Miracle Network.  What a fun afternoon getting nice and sweaty for such a great cause.

Holy Rosary Credit Union

Here with Mr. Brian Hughes, president of the Holy Rosary Credit Union, and proud supporter of the Miss New Hampshire Organization.  Congratulations on receiving Dover's 2011 'Business of the Year' award!  Thank you so much for supporting me over the last three years.   Visit www.hrcu.org for more information.

Bill and Bob's Bridal Show

 February 20th I was invited back to model for one of Bill and Bob's annual bridal fashion shows held in York Harbor, M.E.  All of their bride and bridesmaid dresses were so beautiful that I got to wear.  Thank you to Diane for inviting me to participate on the runway.  I had a wonderful afternoon.  Planning your wedding and need the perfect gown?  Visit Bill and Bobs Bridal Salon in the Fox Run Mall in Newington, NH.

Miss NH's Outstanding Teen

 Congratulations to the new Miss New Hampshire's Outstanding Teen...Lauren Percy!  I loved watching some of the most beautiful, talented, and passionate teens compete for the coveted crown.  They were all very impressive.  However, one young lady won over the judges with her stunning talent, poise and confidence on stage in fitness, gown and onstage interview.  I know you will have a wonderful year Lauren.  I will be cheering for you in Orlando this Summer!

Latchkey Ice Car Racing

 Saturday, January 29th was the twenty seventh annual Latchkey Ice Car Races on Berry Pond in Moultonboro, NH to benefit the Norris Cotton Cancer Center.  Over the years the races have brought in over $212,000 for the NCCC at Dartmouth- Hitchcock Medical Center.  I had a wonderful time experiencing ice car racing for the first time and promoting the Norris Cotton Cancer Center to the many spectators on the pond.  For a more detailed write up on the races visit the Union Leader.  Congratulations on a successful event Lakes Region Ice Racing!