Arts and Recreation
Fitzwilliam Cornhole Tournament and Fun Day
Come support the Danny Baker Fund (benefitting Fire/EMS/Public Safety) by playing in the Annual Cornhole Tournament on August 9 beginning at 11:00 a.m. Bring the family as there will be food, music, games, and raffles. A fireworks display over Bowker Pond will end the day. All games, parking, and fireworks are free of charge. There is a fee to enter the cornhole tournament, and food and raffle tickets will be for sale. The Family Fun Day will be at the Drill Yard, 156 Bowkerville Road, in Fitzwilliam NH.
For more information, contact: admin@fitzpolice.us or 603-585-6561.
The Danny Baker Fund is a 501(c)3 organization and has given over $85,000 worth of fire/ems/public safety equipment to the towns of Troy, Fitzwilliam, and Richmond over the past 3 years. This event is the main fundraiser for the organization.
Finances
You Have an Estate Plan--Whether You Know It or Not
If you think estate planning is only for the wealthy or elderly, think again. When someone passes away without an estate plan, state laws take over, deciding who gets what and when--and that may not reflect your wishes. Instead, you can take control through a personal estate plan.
You may think that a will is all you need. But wills only take effect after death; they don't help if you're alive but unable to make decisions. For that, you may want a Power of Attorney and health care directive.
Finally, make sure you have beneficiaries named on assets like 401(k)s, IRAs and life insurance policies. That way, these assets will transfer directly to those people regardless of what your will says.
An effective estate plan can prevent costly legal battles in probate court and give loved ones a clear roadmap to follow. And it can help you feel confident, knowing that what matters most--your family, your purpose, your legacy--is protecte
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Regional News
Statement from Arthur T. Demoulas, July 22, 2025
Mr. Arthur T. Demoulas made the following statement today on the firing of Tom Gordon and Joe Schmidt by the Market Basket Board of Directors.
"Stephen Collins called Tom Gordon and Joe Schmidt today and fired them. In addition to being men of strong character, these are two of the brightest and best grocery store operators in the business, and their extraordinary work has been key to building this company and its culture. This is among the worst decisions that could be made by this board. Steven Collins of Exeter Capital doesn't understand this company's culture. Nor do his fellow board members Jay Hachigian of Gunderson Dettmer and Michael Keyes of Intercontinental Real Estate. To them, Tom, after 50 years with the company, and Joe after 39 years, are easily cast aside. They are just collateral damage in this pre-planned coup. To Market Basket, Tom and Joe are part of the heart and soul of the company and key executives in its immense success to date. They are men of integrity and honor and belong on the Market Basket team, and we will use all efforts to reverse this heartless and unwarranted decision."
-- Arthur T. Demoulas
Gardening
Gathering Ideas for Next Year's Garden
An AAS trial garden at Boerner Botanical Gardens.
Photo courtesy of MelindaMyers.com
Summer is a time when many gardeners begin making plans for new additions to next year's gardens. You may already be doing ongoing evaluations of your own plantings and may want to include tours of others' gardens.
A walk around your neighborhood can provide inspiration and a chance to observe plants thriving in the same or similar conditions that exist in your landscape. Local garden tours allow you to take a closer look at both front and backyard gardens filled with plants, garden art and more.
Whether you tour alone or with a group of friends, it is a great opportunity to meet the gardener, gather ideas, exchange gardening secrets, and get inspired. Many of the garden tours are sponsored by garden clubs, libraries, beautification groups and other similar organizations. The proceeds from the event usually support a worthy cause in the community. You'll find local garden tours promoted online, in local publications, garden centers, botanical gardens and other similar venues.
The Garden Conservancy's Open Days program is a one-of-a-kind private garden tour. Participating gardens are located around the country in small and large lots that feature a variety of styles, plants and features. All you need is a little time and a ticket to participate in the self-guided garden tours. A listing of the Open Days gardens, their location and dates for each garden is listed on their website.
Visit your local or nearby public botanic gardens and arboreta. They feature plants in gardens and natural settings with similar growing conditions to nearby home gardens. They often feature new and unique varieties, traditional favorites and garden designs, providing inspiration to all who visit.
All-America Selections' (AAS) Display Gardens are another valuable resource for gardeners. AAS is a non-profit organization that trials and evaluates plants for outstanding qualities suitable for the home garden. They have been helping gardeners grow award-winning flowers and vegetables since 1932.
New never-before-sold plant varieties bred for home gardens are planted, observed and evaluated at various trial gardens throughout North America. Trial gardens are located at public gardens, seed companies, or universities. The potential plant introduction is observed and its performance evaluated throughout the growing season. Volunteer judges rate the plants on improvements in characteristics such as aesthetics, performance and productivity as well as pest and disease tolerance. A plant must have significantly improved qualities to be considered for an AAS award.
Display gardens feature the newest AAS winners in a well-maintained setting where you can view the winners. There are nearly 200 display gardens in the United States and Canada located in public botanic gardens and arboreta, municipality gardens, garden retailers, university gardens and more. Some locations also offer related educational opportunities, open houses or field days during the growing season.
Take some time to enjoy and evaluate your gardens. Then set aside some time to visit local gardens for ideas and inspiration.
Melinda Myers has written over 20 gardening books, including The Midwest Gardener's Handbook, 2nd Edition and Small Space Gardening. She hosts The Great Courses "How to Grow Anything" instant video series and the nationally-syndicated Melinda's Garden Moment radio program. Myers is a columnist and contributing editor for Birds & Blooms magazine and her web site is www.MelindaMyers.com.