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October 14, 2006
Spectacular Train Show!
Nothing communicates the success of the first day of the Antrim-Bennington Lions Club Train Show better than the thumbs-up that Joe gave us! Joe is a student at the Crotched Mountain Rehabilitation Center, host of our event. He and many other students joined hundreds of area residents who visited the first day.
The four images shared here cannot do justice to the experience. The main layout takes up between two thirds and three quarters of the gymn floor. It is build by many hobbyists, each providing their section (with unique flavors).
Along with a couple other displays inside (and a play area for the children), outside is a large set with steam engines (one is pictured below). We couldn't have asked for better weather, although one of the outdoor exhibitors was ready to warm-up inside by the end of the day :-)
If you happen to catch this post during the Train Show weekend, please be sure to come up and visit. Not only will you find it great fun, but the funds we raise will be returned to the community. Just as the train hobbyists must work together for the entire lay-out to succeed, we couldn't help others without your assistance.
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Last Updated October 14, 2006
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November 12, 2005
A warm breakfast on a warm morning...
With winter approaching, the Antrim/Bennington area had its first "deep" freeze overnight (with one person reporting a low of 14 degrees). Luckily, when dawn broke it was time for our annual Antrim-Bennington Lions Club Hunters Breakfast. Nothing like a warm meal and hot coffee to take the chill off (one quick note about the coffee -- it was generously donated by the Antrim Dunkin' Donuts).
Over 60 people enjoyed a meal of eggs, ham, home fries, biscuits, and homemade baked beans. The first customers came before we even officially opened -- employees of Edmunds Hardware and Antrim Lumber snuck in prior to heading to work (the second photo in this post).
Speaking of pictures, a quick run-down of the ones you see (in top-to-bottom order):
-- Prepartion at the Antrim Presbyterian Church the night before
-- Our first customers (from Edmunds Hardware and Antrim Lumber
-- Delivery of a free meal to a happy recipient at Antrim Village
-- Delivery of another free meal at Antrim Village
-- Great smiles from Club President Linda Ward and Lion (and State Senator) Bob Flanders
Technically the first meals may have been purchased by Peter at the Antrim Post Office, who was kind enough to buy four (making sure everyone who was working with him was well-fed this morning). They were also the first delivery of the day, followed by Lions Alan Fahrner and Bob Hardy bringing 6 free meals to Antrim Village -- and as you can see, they were as welcomed as were the meals people ate in person at the church.
This set of images doesn't give a complete picture of all the people that helped -- including some children who were instrumental in both set-up beforehand and the clearing of tables during breakfast. We also had quite a few visiting Lions, including Vice District Governor Ray Hill and Zone Chair Dave Forest.
Thanks to all who participated and also those who enjoyed our cooking -- the funds generated are going to help provide a hearing machine for the Antrim Elementary School...
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Last Updated November 18, 2005
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November 3, 2005
Annual Hunters Breakfast on November 12, 2005
The Antrim-Bennington Lions Club will be cooking up a hunters breakfast on Saturday, November 12 at the Antrim First Presbyterian Church on Main Street in downtown Antrim. Whether you are a hunter or not, you can't beat the tremendous menu:
- Eggs
- Ham
- Homemade baked beans
- Biscuits
- Home fries
- Fresh brewed coffee, juice, and milk
New this year will be the option of "take-out" -- for the hunter or busy person who wants to grab-and-go.
What isn't new are the prices...we've maintained the inexpensive $5.00 per adult, $3.00 for children under 6 and seniors over 60. You can get them at the door or purchase them ahead of time at Tenney's Farm, Route 202, in Antrim.
All proceeds go back into the community, so you can help your neighbor as you help yourself to a scrumptious meal! :-)
(If you click on the image above, you can get an Adobe PDF version of the breakfast's flier/poster that you can share with friends and work...)
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Last Updated November 7, 2005
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September 17, 2005
2005 Harvest Dinner
On Saturday, November 17th, 50 people enjoyed our Annual Ham and Bean Supper at the Antrim First Presbyterian Church in Antrim, New Hampshire. Rain delayed the associated Harvest Day town celebration, but we forged ahead with the meal to benefit the Katrina Relief Fund via the Lions Internation Fund.
As you can see, it's not all fun-and-games...Lion Loyall Allen is shown here actively washing the dishes of our satisfied customers. Well, maybe it is all fun-and-games (look at the smile on his face!) -- Lion Loyall and others made all the jobs enjoyable!
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Last Updated November 2, 2005
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