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Find out what Matters in Rochester...
Welcome to Rochester Main Street's weekly e-mail update. This newsletter contains information with downtown happenings and upcoming events.
If you are a business or non-profit in our community that would like to contribute to this weekly update, please contact Mike Provost at director@rochestermainstreet.org |  |
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Question of the Week Contest!
This week's question:
Where can you get discounted Water Country tickets? |
| Find the answer to the weekly question in this newsletter! Simply email the correct answer to director@rochestermainstreet.org. A weekly winner will be drawn from all correct answers and will be qualified for our quarterly drawing. The quarterly drawing winner will receive new Rochester Main Street Gift Certificates, valued at $50. These certificates can be redeemed at participating Rochester businesses! Entries must be received no later than the Monday following the date of the Main Street Matters newsletter. Weekly winners will be announced in each subsequent Main Street Matters and the first quarterly winner will be drawn on Wednesday, June 30th.
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Congratulations to Kathy Brown! |
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Kathy was the winner of last week's subject line question in the Main Street Matters email. She correctly answered that the underwriter for the Shoe Festival was Spaulding Composites, Inc. Her name will now be entered into a quarterly drawing for $50 in Rochester Gift Certificates! Don't miss out your chance to enter...just answer the question (answer found in the Main street Matters articles) and email us for a chance to win!
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| Construction Advisory - Week of June 14-18, 2010: Crews to begin work on cofferdam at North Main Street Bridge
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Rochester, NH - Downtown residents and businesses can expect more activity at the North Main Street Bridge work site during the week of June 14-18, as construction crews from bridge contractor Wyman & Simpson and subcontractor S.U.R. Construction continue to prepare for repairs to span one on the west side of the bridge. "We want people to be know there will be some heavy equipment moved onto the site early in the week - probably Monday and Tuesday - mainly a loader and an excavator," said Brian MacFawn, project manager for Wyman & Simpson. In addition, the contractor expects delivery of 60 pieces of 20-foot-long sheet pile. MacFawn expects about five trucks to be making deliveries. The sheet pile will be used in construction of a cofferdam at the base of the western end of the bridge.
A cofferdam is a structure designed to keep water away from a construction site normally under water, such as a bridge pier. A crew from Wyman & Simpson will be building the cofferdam around the base of span one to provide a stable and dry environment for repair of the historic, granite-faced structure. This past week, crews have been busy preparing the bridge for the work ahead. The aluminum railings were removed and brackets were attached to support plywood staging for crews that will be working on the outside of the bridge.
For more information about the bridge, visit the Rochester Public Works Department bridge web site (http://www.rochesternh.net/public_documents/RochesterNH_NMainBridge/) or the Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Rochester-NH/Rochester-NH-Public-Works-Department/369995545169?ref=ts).
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| Mayor's Gala at Opera House, Friday, June 18th 5:30-7:30pm |
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The public is invited to attend a "Mayor's Gala" with Rochester Mayor TJ Jean and former Mayor Harvey Bernier on Friday, June 18 from 5:30-7:30 pm to celebrate the end of a successful season and to learn about the exciting upcoming events in the future!
A special feature of the evening will be a first -time ever chance for the audience to "ride" the floor as it is lowered. Suggested donations at the door is $10 per person. Hor's D'ouvres will be served.
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Friday, June 18 - Mayor's Gala at Rochester Opera House, 5:30-7:30 pm
Saturday, June 26 - Frisbie Summerfest, Staff Parking Lot, 8:00 am - 4:00pm
Saturday, July 17 - Cruisin' 60-Car Show, Rochester Historic Museum, 11:00 am -2:00pm, Hanson Street
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Rochester Main Street Volunteers Announce Rochester Shoe Festival Winners |
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Although it rained there were no damp spirits at the first annual Rochester Main Street's Shoe Festival last Saturday. The Festival, underwritten by Spaulding Composites, Inc featured many contests as activities that were won by local residents. Prince Charming and the Glass Slippers appeared courtesy of MetroCast and made ten year old Chloe Eames of Rochester the Cinderella of the Festival. Bootleggers Footwear's Shoe Fly was won by Catherine Tewell with a distance of 63 feet while Eric Wasson captured the title of Ugliest Sneakers and a $100 Bootleggers Footwear Gift Certificate. One of the biggest crowd pleasers was the Holy Rosary Credit Union Men's High Heel Race, won by Matt Beaulieu who just barely edged out Mayor TJ Jean at the finish line. The last contest of the day was the Shoe Scramble, with the children's race won by Logan Hoffman of Rochester while John Parker of Hoosic Falls, NY took home the adult medal. All recipients received a commemorative Shoe Festival medal marking their achievements.
The Shoe Trees did indeed bloom courtesy of Profile Bank, just in time for the Festival and logistical support was provided by Northeastern Nonwovens, Inc, Citizens Bank and Waste Management of NH/ME. Rochester Main Street volunteers would like to thank all those who braved the rain, the volunteers, booths, vendors, and sponsors who made the day possible.
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| Discount prices on amusment & water park tickets through Holy Rosary Credit Union! |
| | Rochester - Are you looking for some summer fun? Holy Rosary Credit Union has discounted tickets to New England's largest water park and one of the finest family amusement parks in the state. Stop by any of our branches (Dover, Farmington or Rochester) and purchase your Water Country and Canobie Lake Park tickets today! Save nearly $10 off original pricing on Water Country tickets and $4 off original pricing on Canobie Lake Park tickets. All proceeds are to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. If you have any questions, contact Danielle Lyczak at (603)332-6840. | |
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Marcia's Take Out Celebrates 4th Anniversary on June 26th! |
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Just thought I would let everyone know I'm having a 4 year celebration at Marcia's Takeout, 24 Museum Way, on June, 26, 2010, from 1:00 - 5:00. Music is by......HOPELESS FOLK!! There will be face painting, balloons, 50/50 raffle for Gerry's Food Pantry, and food specials. Bring your chairs and enjoy the good time!!!! Thanks, to all my customers for all your support!!!
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Rochester Recreation Department Summer Concerts on the Common Summer Music Series Schedule! |
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Tuesdays at 7:00pm, Bring a lawn chair or a blanket!
July 6 Truffle (accoustic)The trio's groove-driven acoustic style has a sound all it's own. With elements of soul, bluegrass, R&B, and world beat, they bring a well rounded set of "music-Americana" to the stage. Their love of acoustic music creates a truly unique listening experience.
July 13 Mink Hills Band
A New Hampshire based acoustic band whose selection of music includes Bluegrass, Swing, Folk, and Original compositions. Taking their name from the beautiful and remote Mink Hills of the Sunapee region, the group has been playing throughout northern New England for over twenty years.
July 20 Good Mem'ries Big Band 16-musician band playing hits of the 40's and 50's. Hal Moulton, MC and musician, brings you back through time with music and memories.
July 27 The Bodacious Babes (Peg and Kat)
The American Songbook...all the hits with a touch of broadway and country. The Babes are high energy entertainment that you have to experience for yourself.
Aug 3 Strafford Wind Symphony
Performing patriotic crowd pleasers as well as a mix of traditional music for wind ensemble. The group enjoys sharing these favorites with young and old.
Aug 10 Johnathan Scott & the Blazing Hearts
A must see high energy country music band. Everyone in the family will enjoy the show. You'll hear your favorite cover hits from Toby Keith, Brooks and Dunn, Jimmy Buffett and Elvis Presley.
BONUS Children's Concert: Julie and Brownie Kids Concert, Thursday, July 29 at 6:00pm
Julie and Brownie have been in existence since 1991 and have delighted family audiences for almost two decades. Their award winning mix of fun-filled songs and important educational messages for children has earned critical praise and has launched them on tours throughout the eastern United States and Canada.
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